Thursday 10th October continued I Have a Dream 6-7pm at Hall Green Library in conjunction with the Drum.

. Spoken word workshop supporting young people to develop their own interpretation of Luthers speech. Info from ians@thedrum.org.uk or 0121 333 2418 Film Showing of Chasing Ice 7pm Highfield Hall, supported by the Co Op and Kino 10. Info from 07511120057 Friday 11th October Art Exhibition Hall Green Artists at Hall Green Methodist Church. 103pm. Opportunity to have a look at some local work which will also be available for purchase. Refreshments available. FREE Childrens Storytelling Hall Green Library 3.454.30pm with Catriona Heathrington. FREE Hall Greens Got Talent 7pm at South & City College. Mcd by Kurly McGeachie with a host of guests musicians. FREE An Evening of Comedy Church of Ascension at 7.30pm. Join us for an evening of entertainment with two episodes of Hancocks Half Hour by Theatre 28 and a chance to have a go at parts in the Radio Ham. Tickets 5. Info from 0121 7776054 or 07929052737 Saturday 12th October Childrens Storytelling Hall Green Library 11-12pm with Catriona Heathrington. FREE Butterfly Day Informal workshop by Artworker Jim Morris making a variety of butterflies along the River Cole and John Morris Walkway. 123pm. FREE Lantern Procession A magical extravaganza starting at 6.30pm at Sarehole Mill and processing along the River Cole to the little amphitheatre for a light and sound show. Bring a torch and finish the evening with a cup of hot chocolate and toast marshmallows over the brazier at Sarehole Mill. BOOKING ESSENTIAL 0121 777 6612. FREE Sunday 13th October Sakaash 7.15pm at the Friends Meeting House. Come and enjoy a gentle fusion of world jazz and contemporary folk music. This will be a unique musical experience with Niki Gregory and Sakaash. FREE Readings and poems 10am service at St Peters followed at 11am by short readings of Islamic and Christian poems over coffee and cakes. This FREE event is being facilitated by Families Together in support of the project AWEC WeArtB28 is Hall Greens very first Arts Festival and will offer something for everyone over its course with a combination of film, paintings, performances, music and much more. Taster Events Sunday 22nd Sep Come Fly With Us take part in an informal workshop with local Artworker Jim Morris. Come and make a range of butterflies for display along the John Morris Walkway, 12-3pm Saturday 28th Sep Lantern Makingcome to Sarehole Mill from 12-4pm and learn how to make beautiful willow lanterns with local artist Sophie Handy. Booking is recommended - 0121 777 6612

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Thursday 3rd October Festival Launch Highfield Hall 6-8pm (invite only) with guest speaker David Edgar. Celebrating National Poetry Day with childrens prize giving at HG Library at 4pm. Open to all. Cannon Hill Writers Group open evening of poetry recitals and an open mic for anyone wishing to attend 7.45pm FREE Friday 4th October Childrens Storytelling Hall Green Library 3.454.30pm with Catriona Heathrington. FREE Art Exhibition Hall Green Methodist Church 12-3pm. Showcasing the talent of pupils from Hall Green Secondary School. FREE An Evening with Dr Vanley Burke Highfield Hall 7.30 10pm. Come and enjoy a rare opportunity to view a collection of photographs documenting the black community and lifestyle in England. Q&A session and bar. 3.50 on door. 07511120057 Saturday 5
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Monday 7th October Childrens Storytelling Hall Green Library 3.45-4.30pm with Catriona Heathrington. FREE Film Premiere Rivers and Tides 7pm at Sarehole Mill. Environmental Art Film centering on land artist Andy Goldsworthy. Booking essential via 077511120057 or chair@weareb28.co.uk FREE Tuesday 8th October Childrens Storytelling Hall Green Library 12-3pm with Catriona Heathrington. FREE Drawing Workshop Fircones South 10-12 midday. Workshop offering help and support for those new to drawing. FREE Music in Harmony Hall Green Methodist Church 12.30pm. A continuation of the popular music played at Friendly Corner. Come and enjoy the music. Refreshments available. FREE The River Cole Story Sarehole Mill at 6.30pm. A film made by resident historian George Demidowicz and resident filmaker Theo Gove-Humphries. Booking essential Tel 07511120057. Wednesday 9th October Poetry Workshops Kurly McGeachie will be visiting schools across Hall Green throughout the day. Lunchtime Organ Recital by Clive Jones 1pm at the Church of the Ascension. Lunch and refreshments available in the lounge from 10.30 am. History Walk along the River Cole 12.30pm with George Demidowicz. This walk will start at the Greet Bridge on the Stratford Rd. Based on the DVD launched on Tuesday 8th. Suitable shoes and clothing required. Refreshments available from Sarehole Mill. Details from 01217776612. Thursday 10th October Childrens Storytelling Hall Green Library 3.454.30pm with Catriona Heathrington. FREE

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Childrens Storytelling Hall Green Library 11-12pm with Catriona Heathrington. FREE Choral Pops presented by Hall green Choral Society at the Church of Ascension. 7.30pm. Tickets 7 inc refreshments. Advance enquiries to 0121 705 6496, from choir members or on the door. Sunday 6
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Sarehole Mill Open Day 12-4pm with food and craft stalls, music from MOSELELE, Beorma Border Morris, bread making, corn grinding and family fun. FREE Lantern Making Workshops Join Sophie Handy to make willow lanterns in preparation for the lantern procession on the 12th. Sarehole Mill 12-4pm. Booking recommended. 0121 777 6612. FREE Photography Walk along the River Cole starting at 1pm at Sarehole Mill. Pete Ashton of the Photo School will take you on a slow photo walk (90 mins) Bookings in Advance 07511120057 or info@photo-school.co.uk FREE