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April 2011

Blood Donor Sessions in Streetly are held at The Streetly Association and Streetly Youth Club. To book appointments call 0845 7 711 711. to see more details of times and dates Check blood donor sessions here

Saturday, 2nd April, Streetly Lawn Tennis Club Open Day from 1.00 - 4.00pm at Park View Road, Streetly. Tennis activities for children and adults, skills and drills with club coaches, bbq and refreshments. Players of all standards welcome. For more information visit www.streetlytennisclub.co.uk

Monday, 4th April, Streetly Disabled and Senior Citizens Association afternoon meeting at All Saints Church Hall, Foley Road East, from 2.30 - 4.00pm

Monday, 4th April, Streetly Circle of the Catenians, a social, non-political organisation for Catholic men , meets at Lea Marston Hotel at 7.15pm. For more details see the Streetly clubs page

Tuesday, 5th April, meeting of Streetly Horticultural Society at Streetly Community Centre, Foley Road East, at 7.45pm - 70th Anniversary Dinner. For details call 0121 353 1437

Tuesday, 5th April, meeting of Streetly Philatelic Society at Sutton Coldfield Methodist Church, South Parade, Sutton Coldfield at 10.30am. 'Hong Kong' by Tony Farrington.

Thursday, 7th April, Streetly Ladies Club meets at All Saints Church, Foley Road East, at 2.30pm. Call 0121 353 3527.

Thursday, 7th April, Walsall Consumer Group for Blind and Partially Sighted People meets at Walsall Disability Centre, 114 Lichfield street, Walsall from 7.00 - 9.00pm.

Friday and Saturday, 8th and 9th April, two day 'Occasion Wear' event at Barnado's shop in Holden Way Mere Green. Why not get yourself a stunning fashion outfit at a fraction of its original cost and, at the same time, raise money to help Barnados support local children.

Monday, 11th April, meeting of Aldridge Local History Society at Aldridge Parish Church at 7.30pm. Grand Tour Through the Solar System by Andy Lound. Call 01922 457227 or visit www.aldridgelhs.co.uk

streetly Hot Box Girls prepare to set pulses racing with their saucy Guys and Dolls striptease routine

Tuesday 12th till 16th April, Guys and Dolls is naughty and nice!
Manor Operatic brings a touch of Burlesque to Sutton Town Hall next week as the Hot Box Girls prepare to set pulses racing with their saucy striptease routine.
Anyone who wants to see more of them and enjoy a musical set amongst the world of gangsters and gamblers can see the show from Tuesday April 12th until Saturday April 16th tickets are available from 0121 308 4126.

Tuesday, 12th April, meeting of Streetly Philatelic Society at Blackwood Road Methodist Church, Streetly at 7.45pm. 'Republic of Cyprus' by Des Jones.

Tuesday, 12th April, Streetly Flower Arrangers meet at the Streetly Community Centre, Foley Road East, at 7.30pm. Demonstration by Anna Stevens.

Wednesday, 13th April - please note that there is no coffee morning at St. Anne's Church, Bridle Lane.

Wednesday, 13th April, Streetly Poetry Group meets at Streetly Library, Blackwood Road, 10.30 - 11.30am. Call 01922 654864.

Friday, 15th April, John Morris Drop-In session at Streetly Library, Blackwood Road, from 2.00 - 3.00pm. Come and chat to your area manager about your Streetly area neighbourhood concerns.

Tuesday, 19th April, Womens Institute meets at Streetly Community Centre, Foley Road East, at 7.30pm. 'Bournville Carillion' by Arthur Case. Details rom Pauline Purkess on 0121 353 3085 or from Enid Dickson on 0121 353 1691.

Tuesday, 19th April, Streetly Wood Ladies meeting at All Saints Church Hall, Foley Road East from 10.00am - 12noon. Mrs. Maureen Pitt will be giving a flower arrangement. Call Barbara Eyles on 0121 353 9399.

Wednesday, April 20th, meeting of Lynn and Stonnall Conservation and Historical Society at the Youth and Community Centre, Main Street, Stonnall at 7.30pm for a guided walk around the village of Alrewas with Lynne Ingram. Contact 01543 374629 or visit www.e-voice.org.uk/stonnallchs

Wednesday, 20th April, Streetly Disabled and Senior Citizens Association evening meeting at All Saints Church Hall, Foley Road East, from 7.30 - 9.00pm.

Wednesday, 20th April, Blackwood Acappella Singers meet at Blackwood Road Methodist Church, 7.30 - 9.00pm. Call Roger Woodhouse on 0121 355 5975.

Wednesday, 20th April, the Friends of Blackwood Park meet at 7.30pm. For details of meeting place call 0121 353 8116 or see notices in Blackwood shops or on the community notice board next to Garys on Blackwood Road.

Tuesday, 26th April, meeting of Streetly Philatelic Society at Blackwood Road Methodist Church, Streetly at 7.45pm. Members meeting - 'What You Will' (As You Like It - Shakespeare).

Wednesday, 27th April, Streetly Local History Group meeting at All Saints Church Hall, Foley Road East, from 7.00 - 9.00pm. Keith Clenton - Birmingham Past and Present.

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REGULAR Streetly area events, listed by day of week

Monday

Mondays, A new counselling service at Banners Gate Community Hall, SUBJECT TO PRIOR BOOKING, WITH FLEXIBILITY FOR OTHER DAYS ON REQUEST New Horizonz Counselling Service is provided by fully qualified counsellors Val, Dianne, and Kellyanne who specialise in bereavement, and domestic abuse. The service is not free of charge but costs can be fully explained when requested. Daytime and evening appointments are available. Call Val on 07964 213 229. Calls handled in complete confidence.

Mondays Football children 5+ sports sessions 4.30pm at Streetly Community Centre contact Olivia West 0785 0125333 or Gemma 0790 6080982 Email Enquiries are very welcome

Mondays, Zumba Dance Fitness Class with Becks, at Streetly Community Centre Foley Road East, from 7.45 - 8.45pm. Party yourself into shape. Latin inspired, easy to follow, calorie burning dance fitness. Feel the music and let loose! £5.00 per session. Call 0121 353 8630.

Monday Classes, magic of music with Rhythm Time. Stimulating multi-sensory baby classes from birth. Exciting toddler classes from 14 months. Monday mornings at Aldridge Community Centre.
Book your free trial session now. Please contact Catherine on 0121 370 4748 or visit the website: Rhythm Time

Mondays TinyTalk baby signing classes with Lisa Mathias at Banners Gate Community Hall at 10-11 and again at 11.15-12.15. These are open to carers and their babies from 0-2 years. This class teaches babies sign language to provide communication before effective speech is developed and was initially only used by the deaf but proved so successful and valuable it has become accepted and adopted by parents everywhere. for more information call Lisa Mathias on 07851 627 651 or Email Lisa see more on Tiny Talk website

Mondays, term time only, the 1st Streetly Beaver Scout Colony mets at the Scout Hut, Blackwood Road (between the Methodist Church and the Park entrance) at 5.15pm. For boys and girls age 6 - 8 years. Come and make new friends, listen to stories, join in games and activities, do badge work - and have lots of fun. Contact Hilary Stratford on 0121 353 9092.

Monday evenings, term time only. 'Teen Dream Youth Club' at Streetly Evangelical Church, Egerton Road, 7.30 - 7.00pm. Suitable 11 - 16 year olds. Admission 50p. All leaders CRB checked. All sorts of activities - snooker, table tennis, Nintendo Wii, quizzes, chat, music, refreshments. Tel. 07816 358 673 or send an Email

Monday Streetly Youth Club, Foley Road East. Offers Duke of Edinburgh awards, sports facilities, dance, netball, youth activities. Times vary. Contact Jenny Henney on 0121 353 8630

Monday 50+ Club Streetly Sports Hall, Foley Road East, 1.40 - 3.40pm. Short mat bowls, badminton and table tennis. Contact 0121 353 8630

Mondays Family Shotokan karate at Main Hall, Streetly Communty Centre, Foley Road East, from 6.30 - 7.30pm. Female Instructor. Contact Kelly on 0121 353 2551

Mondays, Bliss, Yoga for Pregnancy Class with Michelle, 6.15pm - 7.15pm St. Michael's Parish Church Hall, Leigh Road off Mellish Road,, Walsall WS4 2DS. Call Michelle on 07910 158 275, Email Michelle or visit Bliss Yoga website

Monday Bliss Yoga classes with Michelle suitable for all levels at St Michaels parish church, leigh Road, walsall, WS4 2DS 7.30 till 9 all welcome £5 paid weekly. For more information call 0791 015 8275 or check the website Bliss Yoga

Monday morning SIMPLY PILATES with Diane Harrold Streetly Community centre 10-11am mixed abilities Phone: 01922 454705

Monday Evening Body Control Pilates with Jo at Streetly Sports Centre, Foley Road East 6.00 - 7.00pm and 7.30 - 8.30pm. Call Jo on 07522 394 869.

Monday Line Dancing class for Absolute Beginners from 1pm-2pm and Improvers 2pm - 4pm, at Streetly Community Centre, J P LINEDANCING. Pat Harris 0121 308 5192 Email Enquiries welcome

Mondays, loan of medical equipment from the Red Cross, Red Cross Hall (in between Blackwood Methodist Church and Blackwood School), Blackwood Road between 2.00 - 3.00pm. Call 352 0692 or 353 1691.

Mondays Poker Night Fun, 8.00pm at the Hardwick Arms. Why not join in and be part of the Hardwick Arms tournament. Contact 0121 580 9631

1st Monday, Streetly Disabled and Senior Citizens Association afternoon meeting at All Saints Church Hall, Foley Road East, from 2.30 - 4.00pm.

1st Monday Streetly Circle of the Catenians, a social, non-politcal organisation for Catholic men, meets at Lea Marston Hotel at 7.15pm. For more details see the Streetly Clubs page

Tuesday

Tuesdays, Aldridge Activity Group meets at Aldridge Manor Youth Club, Little Aston Road, Aldridge. Fun activites for 8 - 12 year olds. DJ Workshops, grafitti art, cooking, arts and crafts, sports, music production - or anything else you would like to do. Earn your place on half term trips - Drayton Manor, ice skating and go karting. Contact Charlotte Thornley on 01922 625060 or 07976 491644 or charlotte.thornley@nacro.org.uk, or Margaret \francis, Full Time Youth Worker on 01922 743220 or francismargaret@walsall.gov.uk

Tuesdays Football children 5+ sports sessions 5.30pm at Streetly communtiy centre contact Olivia West 0785 0125333 or Gemma 0790 6080982 Email Enquiries are very welcome

Tuesdays, Aquacise swimming excercise class, at Streetly School, Queslett Road East, Streetly, B74 2EX, 7.30 - 8.30pm. Burn 400-500 calories per hour, tones every part of the body, exercises your heart, suitable for non-swimmers. No joining fee. To book a space call neil Burns on 07793 324 325.

Tuesdays (term time only) Ladies Class at Streetly Evangelical Church, Egerton Road, at 2.30pm. Talks and activities each week.

Tuesdays, 3rd Streetly Rainbows at Blackwood Methodist Church between 5.15 - 6.15pm. Enjoy making things, playing games, and learning new things. Places available from September, 2010. Contact Nora on 07886 277 839 or Frances on 07814 287 563.

Tuesday Lisayne Ballet School at Streetly Methodist Church junction of Thornhill and Hardwick Roads, Streetly. Contact Lisa on 0121 353 7321

Tuesday evening childrens swimming lessons at Cardinal Wiseman School, Old Oscott Hill, Kingstanding. 5.30pm, 6.00pm and 6.30pm. Adults 7.00pm. Phone Val 0121 353 6616. Term time only. More information about Streetly swimming classes here

Tuesday Watercolour Painting for Beginners at Streetly Community Centre, Foley Road East from 1.30 to 3.30pm Call Colin Clifton on 0121 353 6290

Tuesday Streetly Arts Workshop meets from 1 – 4pm at Blackwood Methodist Church Hall, Blackwood Road every week except bank holiday weeks. Contact Will Hooley on 0121 353 8208.

Tuesday Streetly Art Society, Meet: every Tuesday 1.00pm - 4.00pm at the Methodist Church Hall, Blackwood Road, Streetly, Sutton Coldfield. The Group consists of 15 members who meet to exchange tips and techniques on their work . The standard of work is mixed in ability and all are welcome. contact John & Pauline Mutton 214 Aldridge Rd Streetly Tel 0121 353 3289

Tuesday West Midlands Barbershop Harmony Club meets at 7.30pm at Grove Vale School, Monksfield Avenue. Contact Don Melbourne on 0121 353 154 or log on to Anvil chorus website

Tuesday Blackwood Youth Club meets at Blackwood Road, next door to the library from 7 – 9pm. Project bases work and IT facility. Contact Maggie Bowles on 0121 353 0005.

Tuesday Streetly Youth Club meets at the Community Centre, Foley Road East. Offers Duke of Edinburgh awards, sports facilities, dance, netball and youth activities. Times vary. Contact Jenny Henny on 0121 353 8630.

Tuesday "Yoga for Pregnancy" with Jill Nock
7.30 – 9.00pm Blackwood Methodist Church, Blackwood Road Streetly B74 3PL. Physical, emotional and spiritual benefits. Postures and exercises that alleviate common conditions such as backache, Encourages your baby into the best position, Positions and postures for labour, Pelvic floor exercises, Breathing practices that induce relaxation, General advice about pregnancy and labour with reference to NCT, Massage and Relaxation. Classes provide an opportunity for expectant mums to prepare for birth and share experiences with other pregnant women. No previous experience of yoga is required.Contact Jill Nock on 0121 353 1153 or email Jill Nock for further information.

Tuesday SIMPLY PILATES with Diane Harrold Streetly Community centre, in the Sports Hall 6pm 7pm mixed ablities and again 7-8pm for intermed. Phone: 01922 454705

Tuesday Sport Karate Kickboxing and Self Defence. Beginners and advanced classes available for men, women, and children of all ages. Friendly and relaxed environment. Streetly Community Centre, Foley Road East 5.00 and 7.00pm. Phone Darren 0786 628 4143 or Tracey on 0776 535 8174

Tuesdays Tamworth and Streetly Ju-Jutsu club meets at Streetly School. Contact Ray on 01827 63356 or 0781 698 6405.

Tuesday North Birmingham Cyclists Touring Club meet in the Club House at Shenstone. Contact John Bedford on 0121 353 5136 or Val Jones on 0121 353 9142.

Tuesday afternoon walk Joins us in the local area to take in some lovely scenery and refreshing gentle exercise. These walks are very informal, with a range of carefully selected routes to suit everybody, see the full details and range of walks and start points on the Streetly Tuesday Afternoon Walks Page

Tuesday Slimming World. 10.00am and 5.30 and 7.00pm at the Veseyans Sports and Social Club, Little Hardwick Road. Tel Tracy 0121 308 0463

Tuesday "Eye Clinic" between 10am and 2pm at the Walsall Centre for Independent Living in Bridge Street, Walsall, Janet Porter, Eye Clinic liaison officer, will be on hand to offer emotional support, information on various visual impairments such as macular degeneration, diabetes and cataracts and advice on equipment and other services to help people experiencing sight loss to stay independent. call 01922 627683 or 01922 650790 for more info or an appointment time.

1st Tuesday each month Streetly Horticultural Society meets at Streetly Community Centre Foley Road East, at 7.45 pm. All visitors are made welcome and the contact number is 0121 353 1437.

2nd & 4th Tuesday each month Blackwood Accappella Singers meet from 7.30 - 9.00pm at Blackwood Road Methodist Church, Streetly. new members very welcome to join for fun !

2nd Tuesday of month regular meeting of Streetly Flower Arrangers Club at Streetly Community Centre, Foley Road East at 7.30pm. (Except January)

3rd Tuesday each month, regular meeting of Banners Gate Community Coffee Mornings 10.30am until 12.30 at Banners Gate Community Hall, Reay Nadin Drive, Sutton Coldfield Come along for a Coffee, Cake, chat and a get together. We hold a free Raffle for regular members. We also have a bring and buy book stall.

3rd Tuesday each month regular meeting of The WI Womens Institute at 7.30pm at the Streetly Community Centre on Foley Road East.

3rd Tuesday of month Streetly Wood Ladies meet from 10.00am - 12.00noon at All Saints Church, Foley Road East.

Wednesday

Wednesdays, Arts and Crafts classes for 1 - 11 year olds throughout the year. Come along and join the fun at Aldridge Community Centre, WS9 8AN from 11.00 - 11.55am. For details call Sue on 0844 854 9089 or visit www.thecreationstation.co.uk

Wednesdays, Zumba fitness class with Lyndsey Moore at Streetly Community Centre, Foley Road East from 6.00 - 7.00pm. £4.00 per class - attend 9 classes and get your 10th free. For more details call Lyndsey on 07867 786 600 or visit www.zumba.com

Wednesday Midlands Dance Academy classes are structured as 5 - 8 years at 5:00 till 6:00 and 9 - 11 years at 6:00 -7:00 and classes at Streetly School are only £3 parents need to book their child/children onto the class: Contact Details: 07966376386 or Email address: midlandsdanceacademy@hotmail.co.uk

Wednesday, Annabel Humpage School of Dance in the Sports Hall at Streetly Community Centre, Foley Road East. Seniors 6.00 - 8.00pm. Annual shows and examinations. Qualified teachers and CRB registered. Call 07971 221973

Wednesday Streetly Youth Club meets at the Sports Hall at the Streetly Community Centre, Foley Road East. Duke of Edinburgh awards, sports facilities, dance, netball and youth activities. Times vary. Contact Jenny Henney on 353 8630.

Wednesday Parents and Toddlers meet, term time only, at Streetly Library, Blackwood Road from 2.30 – 3.15pm. 50p er child including refreshments. Contact 01922 654864.

Wednesday Over 20 Club meets at the Streetly Community Centre, Foley Road East, in term time only from 8.00 - 10.30pm. Contact Alan Rowney 0121 353 4022.

Wednesday, Over Twenty Club meets at the Streetly Community Association, Foley Road East, from September through to end of May, from 8.00pm - 10.30pm. For further details contact Ken or Barbara on 0121 580 8102.

Wednesday 50+ Club, Streetly Sports Hall, Foley Road East. Ladies Badminton 9.00 - 10.00am. contact 0121 353 8630.

Wednesdays Quiz Night featuring 'Open the Box'. 9.00pm at the Hardwick Arms.

Wednesdays, loan of medical euipment from the Red Cross, Red Cross Hall, Blackwood Road located in between Blackwood Methodist Church and Blackwood School, between 6.00 - 7.00pm. Call 352 0692 or 353 1691.

Wednesday Streetly Stage School at Blackwood Road Methodist Church, Streetly 5.00 - 7.30pm and 8.00 - 10.00pm

Wednesday Erdington Operatic Society meet at Blackwood Road Methodist Church, Streetly from 8.00 - 10.00pm

Wednesday evening swimming lessons for children at The Streetly School, Queslett Road East. 5.30pm and 6.00pm. Phone Val 0121 353 6616. Term time only. swimming lessons for children from the age of four by Janet and Val who have been teaching swimming for many years at schools. We pride ourselves in care of children. We look at the needs of each indiviual child and work accordingly. We cater for all abilities and work for distance and skills badge awards. Every child matters to us. More information about Streetly swimming classes here

Wednesday Water Colour class at All Saints Church, Foley Road East from 2.00 - 4.00pm. Phone Dave on 0121 353 5338 or log on to Art class website

Wednesday Life Art Class, 8.00 - 10.00pm at Park Hall Community Association. Phone Graham Benton, tutor, on 01922 720 866 or log onto parkhall website

Wednesdays Yoga with Gill Nock at 7.30-9.00pm Increase your strength, flexibility and sense of well being. Improve your body, mind and senses. St Annes RC Primary School Blackwood Road Streetly. All levels welcome. Hatha Yoga consists of asana (postures), pranayama (breath control), meditation and relaxation. Please bring a non-slip-mat and wear loose comfortable clothing Enquiries: Jill Nock (BWY Dip.) on 0121 353 1153

Wednesday Body Control Pilates 9.15am - 10.15am at Streetly Sports Centre, Foley Road East. Call Jo on 07522 394869.

Wednesday SIMPLY PILATES with Diane Harrold Blackwood Rd methodist Hall 9.30-10.30am mixed abillities clas. Phone Diane: 01922 454705 Cost 4.50 per session. Pilates is a slow form of exercise, done both standing and lying down, which can help with back problems, posture and balance.

Wednesday 8.30 - 9.30 pm. TAI CHI at Little Aston Centre, Little Aston Lane Sutton Coldfield, B74 3UF (A-Z Ref 42 7B)
FOR HEALTH, RELAXATION, STRESS RELIEF HELP IMPROVE POSTURE, BALANCE AND ALIGNMENT Low Impact Gentle form of exercise suitable for all. Slow graceful movements encourage Relaxation, Deep Breathing, Balance, Coordination and a Meditative state of Mind; the result being a Calmer, Healthier, Stronger and more Confidant individual. Tai Chi Chuan has many benefits to ones health and wellbeing regardless of your age or present fitness levels. Fully Qualified Instructor Regulated by Kai Ming Association for Tai Chi Chuan Affiliated to the Tai Chi Union of Great Britain BCCMA and Recognised by the Sports Council
For further details, please ring Neil on 01543 480151 or 07721 670913

Wednesday Morning Tai Chi at Streetly Sports Hall, Foley Road East from 10 - 12 Contact Steve on 078459 81677.
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Wednesday Afternoon Tai Chi from 1.15 - 2.45pm. at Aldridge Community Centre, Anchor Meadow, Aldridge Contact Steve on 078459 816 677.

Wednesday Line Dancing class for intermediates 2pm - 4pm. at Streetly Community Centre, J P LINEDANCING. Pat Harris 0121 308 5192 Email Enquiries welcome

Wednesday Streetly Solitaire Club meets at Veseyans Sports and Social Club, Little Hardwick Road at 8.00pm. It is open to single adults of all ages and status, however most members are around 50 but are very happy to welcome everyone. Members can chat over a drink then take part in a game or quiz in a relaxed environment, and can also join in regular days out, theatre trips, holidays, walks and meals out. Contact Pat Tanner on 0121 748 2992

1st Wednesday of each month, Age Concern Walsall, Advocacy Service, holds a surgery at the Walsall Centre for Independent Living in Bridge Street, Walsall to help residents aged 18 or more with physical, sensory impairment or a mental health issues gain access to information and services, write letters, or attend meetings plus a range of other assistance. To get more information or to talk in confidence to a trained advocate, call Kerry on 01922 638835 or Roy on 01922 650790.

2nd Wednesday Every Month, Streetly Poetry Group monthly meeting at Streetly Library at 10.30am 11.30am. Please telephone Streetly Library for more details. 01922 654864.

2nd Wednesday of month, regular coffee morning at St. Annes Church on Bridle Lane. from 10 - 12. Everyone is welcome regardless of religious denomination. Come and have a chat and find out what is going on in your neighbourhood.

3rd Wednesday, Streetly Disabled and Senior Citizens Association evening meeting at All Saints Church Hall, Foley Road East from 7.30 - 9.00pm.

3rd Wednesday Friends of Blackwood Park meet at 7.30pm. Ring 0121 353 8116 for details of meeting place or see notices in Blackwood Road shops.

4th Wednesday of the month the Lynn & Stonnall Conservation & Historical Society meet at 7.30 p.m. in the wooden Youth and Community Centre in Main Street, Stonnall, Walsall, Staffordshire, WS9 9DX, next door to st Peters, the village school. Contact name: Mr Peter Terry Tel: 01543 372410

Thursday

Thursdays, Arts and Crafts classes for 1 - 11 year olds throughout the year. Come along and join the fun at Blackwood Road Scout Hut, Streetly, B74 3PL from 10.00 - 10.55am. For details call Sue on 0844 854 9089 or visit www.thecreationstation.co.uk

Thursdays, 9.30 - 11.00am (term time only) 'Tiddlers to Toddlers' at Parkside Pre-school Playgroup, held in the youth club building at Streetly Community Centre, Foley Road East. The session offers fun activities and refreshments in a safe and relaxed environment. There is an outdoor play area, and parking and disabled access. Cost £1.50 per session, under 6 months free. For more details call Nicky on 07890 455 709.

Thursdays preschool coaching session, play programme provided by fun, enthusiastic coaches. Ages 1-5. Designed especially to enhance children's ballskills, co-ordination, balance and agility. Giving them the chance to boost their social interaction. 1.30pm at Great Barr leisure centre contact Olivia West 0785 0125333 or Gemma 0790 6080982 Email Enquiries are very welcome

Thursdays Breakdancing 6pm Mere Green St.james church contact Olivia West 0785 0125333 or Gemma 0790 6080982 Email Enquiries are very welcome

Thursday nights, The Tudor Musical Comedy Society meet at 7.30pm at the Streetly Community Centre, in Foley Road East. For more information on the show contact Nigel Gaunt on 07944 776831 or 0121 354 3498

Thursday Belly Dance Class at Streetly Methodist Church, corner Thornhill and Hardwick Roads, at 8.15pm. Excellent way to trim waists, reduce bums and tums, gain core strength and flexibility, and have fun. Contact Ruth on 07949 696574 or visit Ruth's Belly Dancing website

Thursday Streetly Stage School at Blackwood Road Methodist Church, Streetly. 5.30 - 7.00pm and 7.30 - 8.30pm.

Thursday afternoon Rosemary Conley Diet & Fitness Club, Streetly Community Centre, Foley Road East. 1pm - 2.30pm. Each class is 90 minutes and includes a weigh-in, a motivational and informative talk as well as a 45 minute safe, fun and effective exercise to music session – making it the only club that combine both diet and exercise in the same class. For more details call Claire on 0121 313 0102 or Email Claire more info on: Rosemary Conley Diet & Fitness Club website

Thursday evening Rosemary Conley Diet & Fitness Club, Blackwood School, Blackwood Road Streetly from 6pm - 7.30pm. The class is 90 minutes and includes a weigh-in, a motivational and informative talk as well as a 45 minute safe, fun and effective exercise to music session – making it the only club that combine both diet and exercise in the same class.For more details call Claire on 0121 313 0102 or email Claire

Thursdays Extend gentle exercise class for anyone aged 60 plus or younger people suffering from a health condition. Veseyans Rugby Club, Little Hardwick Road from 1.30pm - 3.00pm. Cost £1.00 including tea/coffee and biscuits. Tel. Pat on 0121 748 2992

Thursday Body Control Pilates 11.00am - 12.00pm at Streetly Sports Centre, Foley Road East. Call Jo 07522 394869.

Thursday Walsall Walk On Health Walk. Meet at Aldridge Manor House, off Little Aston Road. 10.15am for a 10.30 am start. Duration 2 hours. 5 - 8 km (3 5 miles). Moderate intensity walk with stiles, gradients, and hard and soft surfaces. Walk lead by trained leaders and free of charge.

Thursday Tai Chi & Chi-kung class 10.30am Beginners - Banners Gate Community Church, Westwood Street, Sutton Coldfield B73 6UH. see Kaiming website

Thursday evenings Tamworth & Streetly Ju Jutsu club, at Mere Green Community Centre Contact Ray Owen Mobile - 07816 986405 Home 01827 63357 or Email Ray

Thursday Taekwondo club at Streetly School (Every Thursday) Kids Class 6.00 - 6.45pm and Beginners class 7.00 - 8.00pm very competitive rates, with family discounts available, please call Instructor - Rob Bayliss (4th Dan) for further information, Phone no. 07866-869157. Relaxed, friendly atmosphere, all ages and abilities are most welcome to come along to any Thursday class.

Thursday Aerobics Class for beginners and intermediates held at Streetly Sports Centre, Foley Road East from 8.15 – 9.15pm. £3. Bring a towel, a mat and a drink. Contact Lisa on 07854 687492.

Thursday Streetly Mens ACC Keep Fit Club meets at 8pm at Blackwood Methodist Church Hall, Blackwood Road.

Thursday Blackwood Youth Club meets next to the library on Blackwood Road from 7 – 9pm. Project based work and IT facility. Contact Maggie Bowles on 353 0005.

Thursday Streetly Youth Club meets at the Sports Hall, Foley Road East. Times vary. Contact Jenny Henney on 353 8630.

1st Thursday Streetly Ladies Club meeting ( see Streetly Ladies Club page ) at All Saints Church Hall, Foley Road East at 2.30pm. Contact 0121 353 3527

1st Thursday Walsall Consumer Group for Blind and Partilly Sighted People meets from 7.00 - 9.00pm at Walsall Disability Centre, 114 Lichfield Street, Walsall.

2nd Thursday Walsall Writers Circle meets at Park Hall Community Centre, Park Hall Road. WS5 3HF. Phone Alison Reed 01922 458595. Email Enquiries welcome or log on to Walsall Writers Circle website

2nd and 4th Thursday of the month, September to May only, Sutton Coldfield Movie Makers meet at Wylde Green Community Hall, Emscote Drive, B73 5NE at 7.45 for 8.00pm. Email Trevor Mall or log on to Sutton coldfield Movie makers website

Friday

Friday Mornings Rainbow Rhyme sessions 11:00am-12:00pm PUBLIC SESSIONS at Parkside Preschool Playgroup, Streetly Community Centre, Foley Road East, Streetly, B74 3HR To help raise awareness of the new children's centre being built in Streetly, we have been asked to do weekly Rainbow Rhyme sessions for children and their parents/carers at the Parkside Preschool playgroup which meets at Streetly community centre on Friday mornings. The sessions are free but you will need to reserve a place by either contacting us on 07917 607008 or Jackie Sedgewick on 01922 457186.

Fridays Judo and Jujitsu class for adults at Streetly Youth and Sports Centre, Foley Road East, B74 3HR from 7.30 - 9.30pm. £3.50 per class. Call 07817 666 964 or visit www.birminghamjudo.com

Friday evenings Half Circle Singers rehearse at Streetly Methodist Church from 8-10pm. We are currently looking for new recruits in all parts. No audition required ! We are a long-standing small chamber choir needing to replace some retired members. We sing a varied repertoire of church music and secular works, from madrigals to twentieth century music. We have two to three main concerts a year, including a carol concert, plus occasional church services and after-dinner engagements by invitation. For more details please contact our secretary, Michael on 01543 480527 or Email Michael

Friday Lisayne Ballet School at Streetly Methodist Church junction of Thornhill and Hardwick Roads, Streetly. Contact Lisa on 0121 353 7321

Fridays, loan facility of living aids and medical equipment from the Red Cross, Red Cross Hall located in between Blackwood Methodist Church and Blackwood School, Blackwood Road, Streetly between 2.00 - 3.00pm. Call 352 0692 or 353 1691.

Friday swimming lessons for children from the age of four at Cardinal Wiseman School, Kingstanding. Janet and Val have been teaching swimming for many years at these schools. We pride ourselves in care of children. We look at the needs of each indiviual child and work accordingly. We cater for all abilities and work for distance and skills badge awards. Every child matters to us. lessons from 5.00pm, 5.30pm,and 6.00pm. Phone Val 0121 353 6616. Term time only. More information about Streetly swimming classes here

Friday 50+ Club at the Streetly Sports Hall, Foley Road East. Compact Tennis 9.00 - 11.00am. Contact 0121 353 8630.

Friday Line Dancing Social night with a little tuition Fee £3.007.15pm - 10.30pm. at Streetly Community Centre, Foley Road East, J P LINEDANCING. Pat Harris 0121 308 5192 Email Enquiries welcome

Friday Yoga for all abilities. 1.30 - 3.30p.m. Streetly Community Centre, Foley Road East. Tel. 0121 353 8630.

Friday Birchfield Cycling Club. Evening meeting 9 to 10pm at All Saints Church. Foley rd East. Call Colin on 0121 358 6768

Friday Water Colour Classes for Beginners. from 2.00 - 4.00pm at All Saints Church Hall, Foley Road East. Come and Join two hours of relaxation in a nice friendly atmosphere. Learn different water colour techniques, make new friends. Ring Dave on 0121 353 5338.

Saturday

Saturdays Kombat Kids, karate class at Streetly Comunity Centre, Foley Road East from 10 - 11am. Parents are welcome to watch all classes. All instuctors CRB checked, minimum level 3 coach, first aid qualified. Affiliated to the English Karate Federation. First four classes free and half price membership, including suit. Age 5 - 16. Accepting new beginners now. Call Selina on 01543 473 408 or 07730 899 722, email info@kombatkids.com or visit kombatkids.com.

Saturday, Annabel Humpage School of Dance in the Sports Hall at Streetly Community Centre, Foley Road East. Primary 9.00 11.00am, Juniors and Inters 1 - 11.00am - 1.30pm Inters 2 - 1.30 - 3.30pm. Annual shows and examinations. Qualified teachers and CRB registered. Call 07971 221973

Saturdays, Dance in Beats, Dance Club meets in the dance studio at Streetly Community Centre, Foley Road East. Learn a variety of dance styles including musicals, disco, jazz, contemporary. Five to nine year olds meet between 2.00 - 3.00pm and ten to fourteen year olds meet between 1.00 - 2.00pm.

Saturdays preschool coaching session, play programme provided by fun, enthusiastic coaches. Ages 1-5. Designed especially to enhance children's ballskills, co-ordination, balance and agility. Giving them the chance to boost their social interaction. 10am and 11am at Streetly Community Centre contact Olivia West 0785 0125333 or Gemma 0790 6080982 Email Enquiries are very welcome

Saturday Lisayne Ballet School at Streetly Methodist Church junction of Thornhill and Hardwick Roads, Streetly. Contact Lisa on 0121 353 7321.

Saturday 'Learn to Swim' from 10.00am at Streetly School. Call 0121 311 0889 Monday - Friday after 6.00pm or all weekend.

Saturday Life Art Class from 10.00am - 12.00pm at Park Hall Community Association. Phone Graham Benton, tutor, on 01922 720 866 or parkhall website

Saturday morning North Birmingham Cyclists Touring Club introductory rides for beginners and returners to cycling. Contact John Bedford on 353 5136 or Val Jones on 353 9142 or log on to North Birmingham CTC website

Saturday a chance to talk to one of your local councillors between 11 – 12pm at Streetly Library, Blackwood Road.

1st Saturday each month Walsall Adult Writers Group meets at Walsall Central Library from 1.45 - 3.45pm. Join writers of all abilities and interests and develop your writing skills.

1st and 3rd Saturday of the month Institute of Ramblers walks. Distance between 5 - 10 miles and within an hours drive of Birmingham. Keep fit, make friends and enjoy the countryside. Subscription £8.00pa. Call 0121 453 9583 or visit Institute of Ramblers website

Sunday

Sundays Judo and Jujitsu classes for adults and children at Streetly Youth and Sports Centre, Foley Road East, B74 3HR. 11.00am - 12.30pm children 6 - 15 years and 12.30 - 2.00pm adults. £3.50 per class. Call 07817 666 964 or visit www.birminghamjudo.com Admission £2.00 including tea/coffee. Disabled facilities, and parking, available.

Sunday, ABSOLUTE TAE KWON-DO beginners classes Clifton Road Youth Centre, Sutton Coldfield, B73 6EB, from 6-7pm for all ages 5+ with John McNally 3rd Degree Black Belt Also Intermediate and Advanced Students 7pm-8pm. In depth CRB checked instructors, also Safechild certified and course qualified level 2 ABSOLUTE TAE KWON-DO website

Sunday mornings, North Birmingham Cyclists' Touring Club will be holding Sunday morning family bike rides. The routes will all be off road on local trails and canal towpaths. Rides start at 10.00am and will be no more than 10 miles. Contact club secretary John Bedford on 0121 353 5136.

Sunday Birchfield Cycling Club in Streetly We meet at the Hardwick Pub on the Chester rd at 9.00am on most Sundays, but a phone call is advisable to Colin 0121 358 6768 or 07814416118. Our Sunday morning cycle ride is usually 50 miles to a number of cycle friendly cafe's and maybe a refreshing pint of bitter on the way back, we can cater for all ages starting from 14, however, 5o miles is a lot for younger children but we can do shorter rides for any youngster who seems very keen ! Further details available from Colin Willetts via email:
All Email Enquiries are very welcome Join us for a excellent and fun way to exercise!

Sunday Dance Classes at Streetly Youth Centre, Foley Road East. Salsa, Ballroom and Latin for adults at 7pm. Crazy Kids Classes in Ballroom, Latin, disco and Street dance. Call Warren or Jane at the Zig Zag Dance Factory on 01902 897900 or log on to zigzag dance website

Sunday night quiz. 7.00pm weekly at the Hardwick Arms Pub

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Individual dates for additional events and venues below....

May 2011

Monday, 2nd May, Streetly Disabled and Senior Citizens Association afternoon meeting at All Saints Church, Foley Road East, from 2.30 - 4.00pm.

Monday, 2nd May, Streetly Circle of the Catenians, a social, non-political organisation for Catholic men, meets at Lea Marston Hotel at 7.15pm. For more details see the Streetly clubs page

Tuesday, 3rd May, meeting of Streetly Horticultural Society at Streetly Community Centre at 7.45pm. Helen Harris - Dahlias. For details call 0121 353 1437.

Tuesday, 3rd May, meeting of Streetly Philatelic Society at Sutton Coldfield Methodist Church, South Parade, Sutton Coldfield, at 10.30am. '1940 Stamp Centenaries' by Brian Lythgoe.

Wednesday, 4th May, meeting of Streetly Neighbourhood Watch at AllSaints Church Hall. Foley Road East at 8.00pm.

Wednesday, 4th May, Blackood Acappella Singers meet at Blackwood Road Methodist Church from 7.30 - 9.00pm. Call Roger Woodhouse on 0121 355 5975.

Wednesday, 4th May, 'Trickster' a 'bogus caller' musical, will be performed by the Solomon Touring Theatre at the Shelfield Academy, Broad Way, High Heath, Pelsall. Based on a true story, a cast of three professional actors present this musical and energetic live story-telling event. George is an elderly gemntleman who has become the victim of a distraction burglar. Once a proud soldier, we follow George as he battles with being conned and beats the bogus callers. The performance is aimed at older and vulnerable people in the community, but anyone who wants to attend is welcome. Performances are at 9.45am - 12 noon or 1.45 - 4.00pm. The event is free. To book a place call Aaron Holmes on 01922 652029 or Ranjit Kaur on 01922 653312.

Thursday, 5th May, meeting of Streetly Ladies Club at All Saints Church Hall, Foley Road East, at 2.30pm. Call 0121 353 3527.

Thursday, 5th May meeting of Walsall Consumer Group for Blind and Partially Sighted People at Walsall Disability Centre, Lichfield Street, Walsall, from 7.00 - 9.00pm.

Saturday, 7th May, Walsall Adult Writers Group meets in the Education Room on the 1st floor at Walsall Library from 1.45 - 3.45pm.

Saturday, 7th May, Institute of Ramblers walk. Distance between 5 - 10 miles and within an hours drive of Birmingham. Call 0121 453 9583 For more details see the Streetly clubs page

 Open garden weekends at ‘Four Seasons’ 26 Buchanan Road, Walsall WS4 2EN Saturday and Sunday 7, 8 May AND Saturday and Sunday 14, 15 May Open garden weekends at ‘Four Seasons’, 26 Buchanan Road, Walsall WS4 2EN 10am – 5pm Admission: £3. Children: free with proceeds in aid of National Garden Scheme. Note: there are some steps. WC at garden level.
Half-acre, south-facing private garden bordering Walsall Arboretum. Stunning display of acers, azaleas and spring bulbs. Winner of two national awards: 2007 Garden of the Year (Daily Mail) and 2010 Overall Gardeners of the Year (Garden News). Filmed throughout the year for BBC2 Gardeners’ World ½ hr special. Featured in Dutch and Chinese magazines. see fourseasonsgarden.co.uk

Sunday, 8th May, Parkside Pre-school Playgroup 'bag packing day' at Sainsburys, Mere Green. Why not pop in and support the playgroup by doing a Sunday shop there.

Sunday, 8th May, Car Boot Sale in the youth club building, Streetly Community Building, Foley Road East at 2.00pm. To book a table call 0121 353 8630. Payment of £7.00 per table required prior to date of the boot sale.

Monday, 9th May, meeting of Aldridge Local History Society at Aldridge Parish Church at 7.30pm. Staffordshire - The Creative County and Its People by Alan Lewis. Call 01922 457227 or visit www.aldridgelhs.co.uk

Tuesday, 10th May, Streetly Philatelic Society AGM at Blackwood Road Methodist church, Streetly at 7.45pm.

Tuesday, 10th May, Streetly Flower Arrangers meet at Streetly Community Centre, Foley Road East at 7.30pm for their AGM.

Wednesday, 11th May, coffee morning at St. Anne's Roman Catholic Church, Bridle Lane, from 10.00am - 12.00 noon. Everyone welcome.

Wednesday, 11th May, Streetly Poetry Group meets at Streetly Library, Blackwood Road at 10.30 - 11.30am. Call 01922 654864.

Saturday, 14th May, Parkside Pre-school Playgroup are holding a Ladies Pamper Evening at Streetly Community Centre, Foley Road East at 7.30pm. Admission £2.50. To book a table call 07740 921 458.

Saturday, 14th May, PAMPER evening takes place at Streetly Community Centreover 30 stalls selling a range of products including shoes, jewellery, handbags and homeware will be there along with a tarot reader, beauty treatments and a raffle. Tickets cost £2.50. The event starts at 7.30pm.

Tuesday, 17th May, meeting of Streetly Wood Ladies at All Saints Church Hall, Foley Road East, from 10.00am - 12noon. 'The Coaching Era and Inn Signs' by David Cole. Call Barbara Eyles on 0121 353 9399.

Tuesday, 17th May, meeting of the Womens Institute at Streetly Community Centre, Foley Road East at 7.30pm to discuss resolutions. Contact Pauline Purkess on 0121 353 3085 or Enid Dickson on 0121 353 1691.

Wednesday, 18th May, Streetly Disabled and Senior Citizens Association evening meeting at All Saints Church Hall, Foley Road East, from 7.30 - 9.00pm.

Wednesday, 18th May, Blackwood Acappella Singers meet at Blackwood Road Methodist Church, from 7.30 - 9.00pm. Call Roger Woodhouse for details on 0121 355 5975.

Wednesday, 18th May, Friends of Blackwood Park meet at 7.30pm. For details of meeting place call 0121 353 8116 or see notices in Blackwood shops.

Friday, 20th May, Parkside Pre-school Playgroup 'Sponsored Walk in Sutton Park' starting at 9.30am from Blackroot Bistro near Blackroot Pool. Walk will follow the path around Blackroot Pool and the morning will end with optional drinks and/or food at the Bistro. All monies raised to help playgroup.

Friday, 20th May, meet author Marina Oliver at Streetly Library, Blackwood Road, from 2.15 - 3.15pm. Marina has written more than fifty novels and non-fiction books, including historical romances, twentieth century sagas, contemporary romances and crime. She has lectured at big writing conferences in the UK and in the USA. For more information call 01922 654864

Friday, 20th May, John Morris Drop-In session at Streetly Library, Blackwood Road from 2.00 - 3.00pm. Call in and chat about any concerns you have about your local Streetly area neighbourhood.

Wednesday, 25th May, meeting of Streetly Local History Group at Blackwood Road Methodist Church from 10.00am - 12 noon. Jennifer Thomson, Curator of Walsall Museum, will talk about Walsall Market.

Wednesday, 25th May, meeting of Lynn and Stonnall Conservation and Historical Society at 7.30pm at the Youth and Community Centre, Main Street, Stonnall. 'The Romans Are Coming' - a talk by English Heritage. Contact 01543 374629 or visit www.e-voice.org.uk/stonnallchs

June 2011

Thursday, 2nd June, Streetly Ladies meet at All Saints Church Hall, Foley Road East at 2.30pm. Call 0121 353 3527.

Thursday, 2nd June, Walsall Consumer Group for Blind and Partially Sighted People meet at Walsall Disability Centre, Lichfield Street, Walsall from 7.00 - 9.00pm.

Saturday, 4th June, Institute of Ramblers walk. Distance 5 - 10 miles and within an hours drive of Birmingham. Call 0121 453 9583 For more details see the Streetly clubs page

Saturday, 4th June, Wasall Adult Writers Group meet in the Education Room, 1st Floor, Walsall Central Library

Monday, 6th June, Streetly Disabled and Senior Citizens Association afternoon meeting at AllSaints Church Hall, Foley Road East, from 2.30 - 4.00pm

Monday, 6th June, Streetly Circle of the Catenians, a social, non-political organisation for Catholic men, meets at Lea Marston Hotel at 7.15pm. For more details see the Streetly clubs page

Tuesday 7th June, meeting of Streetly Philatelic Society at Sutton Coldfield Methodist Church, South Parade at 10.30am. 'Early Midland Airmails' by Richard Farman.

Tuesday, 7th June, Streetly Horticultural Society meets at Streetly Community Centre, Foley Road East at 7.45pm. Mick Poultney - Composting, Single Rose Competition.

Wednesday, 8th June, coffee morning at St. Anne's Roman Catholic Church, Bridle Lane from 10.00am - 12 noon.

Wednesday, 8th June, Streetly Poetry Group meets at Streetly Library, Blackwood Road from 10.30 - 11.30am. Call 01922 654864.

Sunday, 12th June Parkside Pre-schol Playgroup Car Wash at Wheats Garden Centre, Chester Road from 10.30am - 1.30pm.

Monday, 13th June, meeting of Aldridge Local History Society at Aldridge Parish Church at 7.30pm. The Golden Age of Coaching by Graham Sutherland. call 01922 457227 or visit www.aldridgelhs.co.uk

Tuesday, 14th June, Streetly Flower Arrangers meet at Streetly Community Centre, Foley Road East, at 7.30pm. June Glenice Yates - Our Heritage.

Wednesday, 15th June, Streetly Disabled and Senior Citizens Association evening meeting at All Saints Church Hall, Foley Road East from 7.30 - 9.00pm.

Wednesday, 15th June, Blackwood Acappella Singers meet at Blackwood Road Methodist Church from 7.30 - 9.00pm. Call Roger Woodhouse for details on 0121 355 5975. Wednesday, 15th June, Friends of Blackwood Park meet at 7.30pm. Call 0121 353 8116 for details of meeting place or see notices in Blackwood shop windows.

Thursday, 16th June, Parkside Pre-school Playgroup Open Day to welcome existing and new families from 9.30 - 11.00am in the Youth Club Building at Streetly Community Centre, Foley Road East.

Tuesday, 21st June, Streetly Womens Institute meets at Streetly Community Centre, Foley Road East, at 7.30pm. 'The Ifakara Bakery' by Mr. and Mrs. Schellenberg.

Tuesday, 21st June, Streetly Wood Ladies meet at All Saints Church Hall, Foley Road East, from 10.00am - 12 noon. 'Crime and Punishment' by Mrs. Helen Johnson. Call Barbara Eyles on 0121 353 9399.

Wednesday, June 22nd, meeting of Lynn and Stonnall Conservation and Historical Society at the Youth and Community Centre, Main Street, Stonnall, at 7.30pm. 'The Bees Knees' by Sutton Coldfield Beekeepers. Contact 01543 374629 or visit www.e-voice.org.uk/stonnallchs

Friday, 24th June, John Morris Drop-In session at Streetly Library, Blackwood Road from 2.00 - 3.00pm. Call in and chat about any local Streetly area neighbourhood concerns.

Wednesday, 29th June, Blackwood Acappella Singers meet at Blackwood Road Methodist Church from 7.30 - 9.00pm. Call Roger Woodhouse for details on 0121 355 5975.

Wednesday, 29th June, Streetly Local History Group meets at All Saints Church Hall, Foley Road East from 7.00 - 9.00pm. Barr Beacon by Diane McWest.

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