What’s happening where and when

New Face on the Shopfloor for Retail Birmingham
31 July 2007

There’s a new figure at the helm of retail in Birmingham, tasked with driving the city forward as a shopping capital.Retail Birmingham has appointed a new Business Manager to lead the Business......

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Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater return to Birmingham Hippodrome this September
27 July 2007

A Dance Consortium Tour Following their acclaimed visit in 2005, ALVIN AILEY AMERICAN DANCE THEATER return to Birmingham Hippodrome for two performances only on Friday 21 and Saturday 22 September......

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Veterans given opportunity to receive recognition badge during national event
23 July 2007

Birmingham City Council is today launching its National Veterans Day campaign to get Veterans and members of the public involved in the flagship event which will honour those people who served in the......

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Praise for Birmingham Airport on its Adult Education Programme
20 July 2007

Birmingham International Airport (BIA) has received praise from Alan Tuckett OBE, for the educational and skills development courses it provides for employees. Alan Tuckett OBE is Director of the......

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BIA Unveils Its New Look Departure Lounge
19 July 2007

Passengers travelling through Birmingham International Airport (BIA) this summer will be treated to an improved and refreshed Airport with the opening of the Departure Lounge in Terminal 1, enlarged......

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BBC Birmingham is bubbling over with summer fun!
17 July 2007

BBC Birmingham Public Space is on a mission this summer to help make the school holidays a fun-packed time for bored children and stressed parents alike! Everyone will be forever blowing bubbles after......

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Out To Sea – Two Rowers From The Midlands Take On The Challenge Of Their Lives
16 July 2007

Two amateur rowers are gearing up to become the first people from the Midlands ever to cross the Indian Ocean in a seven metre rowing boat.David Lynes, from Redditch and Steven Redgewell from Evesham,......

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Calling all young people: Get on stage this summer with TRIBES from the RSC and sampad South Asian Arts
12 July 2007

The Royal Shakespeare Company and Birmingham-based sampad South Asian Arts are collaborating for the first time for an inspirational education and performance project, Tribes. Tribes teams up young......

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easyJet to launch operations from Birmingham International Airport and expands ski services
11 July 2007

easyJet, Europe’s leading low-fares airline, today announced plans to commence operations at Birmingham International Airport with the introduction of two new routes connecting Birmingham with......

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Top Writers Top The Bill In The REP's Autumn & Winter Season 2007
10 July 2007

Hot on the heels of her first season, Birmingham Repertory Theatre artistic director Rachel Kavanaugh today announces plans to present work by award-winning writers Bryony Lavery, Simon Schama, Caryl......

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Launch of Conference Centre in the Midlands
06 July 2007

The award-winning Ricoh Arena in Coventry has launched a major push to land more international business for its exhibition and banqueting operation.Suites at the 15,000 sqm purpose-built conference......

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Ozzy Osbourne Becomes the First Star on the Birmingham Walk of Stars
06 July 2007

Global superstar Ozzy Osbourne returned home to Birmingham today to became the first star inducted onto Birmingham’s new ‘Walk of Stars’ on Broad Street. The Birmingham Walk of Stars......

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Experience the Magic in a Whole New Way At Imax Cinema, Millennium Point
05 July 2007

Prepare your charms, spells and grab your wand! On Friday 13 July 2007 at IMAX Cinema, Millennium Point, cinemagoers will be spellbound when they join the ranks of Dumbledore’s Army and see the......

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Surf’s up for Newquay!
05 July 2007

Whoosh, the scheduled carrier which started services to Dundee on the 29th May has announced another new route from Birmingham International Airport. Newquay will be added to Whoosh’s portfolio......

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Oriental Fine Dining Comes to Birmingham
03 July 2007

ShanghaiYe, the stunning and stylish new Birmingham restaurant is set to transform the Midlands’ Oriental fine dining scene. The chic venue brings modern Shanghai cuisine to the city, offering......

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AWM Group and British Waterways Launch Midlands Recycling Scheme
03 July 2007

Wednesbury’s AWM Group has won a unique opportunity to assist British Waterways in implementing recycling centres at seven visitor mooring sites across the Midlands. This new initiative is set......

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Corporate Cocktail School!
02 July 2007

Ever wondered how to recreate a brilliant Bellini, a captivating Cosmopolitan or a mouth-watering Mojito? Bank, the popular restaurant and bar in Brindleyplace is launching its first Cocktail School......

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New Venture for Michelin Star Chef Glynn Purnell
02 July 2007

Michelin-starred chef Glynn Purnell is to bring fine dining to Birmingham city centre with the opening of his new solo venture next month.Purnell’s will open at the beginning of July 2007 in a......

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Does your dog have what it takes to be BONE IDOL
02 July 2007

Does your dog have aspirations to be a star of the stage?IF SO, THIS IS YOUR BIG OPPORTUNITY TO TAKE THE LEAD AND ENTER YOUR DOG INTO THE “BONE IDOL” COMPETITION!The producers of......

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NIA make dreams come true for pop trio
02 July 2007

Two NIA stewards have fulfilled their lifetime ambition to record their first music video at their place of work - on the stage of Birmingham's world class arena. Twin brothers Alessandro and Adriano,......

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Visit the Regions of Britain in Just Three Minutes
02 July 2007

Attractions, towns and cities from the nations and regions of Britain will receive an international tourism boost.Attractions, towns and cities from the nations and regions of Britain will receive an......

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