Dee Manning, Creative Producer, Project Lead & Community Development

21/01/2026

20/01/2026

The Birmingham Rep
Last chance to catch Anansi spin his yarns 🚨

Anansi The Spider's library tour kicks off today at Shard End Library!

This scaled-down spectacle is the perfect introduction to theatre for little ones aged 4 – 8. Catch us at libraries across the West Midlands until Sat 7 Feb - and thanks to the generous support of Arts Council England, all tickets are free!

Contact your local library to secure your spot. Check out the link below to see if Anansi will be making a stop near you!
Click the link below for more details:

https://www.birmingham-rep.co.uk/news/anansi-the-spider-to-go-on-a-west-midlands-library-tour/

13/01/2026

Blue Tuesday 💙 Beat the January Blues! Tuesday 20th January 💙

12/01/2026

Job Opportunity

We’re recruiting a senior practitioner – family support

📍 Birmingham | 💼 £31,879.51 | ⏰ Permanent, full time

Do you want to make a real difference for children and families?
Birmingham Forward Steps supports families with children aged 0–19 (or up to 25 with SEND) through our children’s centres and family hubs. We provide early help, safeguarding support, parenting programmes and practical guidance to help families thrive.
We are looking for a senior practitioner to lead and support our family support team, act as designated safeguarding lead, and work closely with partner agencies to reach families who need us most.

🗓 Applications close on Sunday 11 January 2026 at 23:59 GMT
👉 Please share, or apply now to join a team that truly cares.

Check it out here: https://spurgeons.current-vacancies.com/Jobs/Advert/4049098?cid=3408

11/01/2026

‼️Warning ‼️
Watch out for texts like this someone pretending to be your child, telling you they have a new number

IT’S A SCAMMER

09/01/2026

Namaste,
Roots To Wellness CIC
Unwind and Recharge: Nourishing Minds and Bodies Relaxation Circle

Are you ready to take a break from the hustle and invest in your well-being? Our Nourishing Minds and Bodies Relaxation Circle offers a safe, inclusive space to relax, reflect, and connect.

During the sessions:
You will benefit from learning simple, powerful relaxation and mindfulness techniques that can help you reduce stress, improve focus, and feel more centred.

Led by a certified holistic therapist, coach and former colleague lecturer who understands the challenges of a health condition and everyday stress, this session is an invitation for anyone seeking a moment to pause, recharge, and find their voice.

Join us and discover how a little support can make a big difference.

Date:Monday 12th January
Time: 7.30pm-7.50pm
Cost: Free

Click on the QR code to register your details, fill in a quick questionaire which will suppport our research on health and wellbeing, and a link for this free session will be emailed out to you.

Book by 11th Jan, 6.00pm

(I do not have capacity to repsond to this post, please email or click on the QR Code, thank you)

09/01/2026

Learn To Sew!

✨ New Year, New Skills! ✨
Our sewing classes are going strong, and the feedback has been amazing. There’s still plenty of time to join in! Starting again on Wednesday, 7 January 2026.

Whether you’re a complete beginner or already have some experience, you’re welcome. Learn a skill for life, create beautiful items, or bring along your own ideas to work on.

To book your space, just use the email or phone number on the poster.

04/01/2026

Self Compassion 💗


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01/01/2026

Happy New Year! 🥳
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