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Supersonic Festival Line Up

Posted on May 9, 2012 by Pamela | Leave a comment

When: Friday 19th to Sunday 21st October 2012 Where: various locations in Digbeth, centred around the Custard Factory For one weekend each year, Digbeth’s arches vibrate with strange, wonderful sounds as the Custard Factory becomes the focal point for Supersonic … Continue reading →

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ZAKOPOWER at the Karczma

Posted on May 8, 2012 by Pamela | Leave a comment

When: 11th and 12th May 2012 Where: The Karczma Restaurant and HMV Institute In 2010, ZAKOPOWER appeared in the exclusive line up of artists representing the best of Poland at Nigel Kennedy’s Polish Weekend at London’s prestigious South Bank Centre. … Continue reading →

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KRYPT @ PST

Posted on May 8, 2012 by Pamela | Leave a comment

When: Friday 25th May, 22:00 – 04:00 Where: PST 71 Lombard Street, B12 0QU FREE before 11pm, £5 after KRYPT returns to PST (People Stand Together) for its second outing. The night is strictly for over 18s, with more information … Continue reading →

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Is Digbeth the new clubbing capital of Britain?

Posted on May 7, 2012 by Pamela | 4 Comments

Words and Image from Skiddle.com Digbeth, a district on the outskirts of Birmingham, was once the heart of the industrial Midlands – boasting a battery, tea, and even a custard factory. Nowadays these works have been swapped for high-spec retail … Continue reading →

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Volunteer Reading Help

Posted on May 7, 2012 by Pamela | Leave a comment

When: Wednesday 9th May, 10:00 – 15:00 Where: Volunteer Reading Help, Studio 313, Custard Factory In 2010, one in five children left primary school below the average literacy level expected of 11-year- olds. Volunteer Reading Help (VRH) is a charity … Continue reading →

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Live Music Round Up

Posted on May 6, 2012 by Pamela | Leave a comment

See more events at the All Brum in Digbeth website. Tuesday, 8th May Sam Watts’ Choro Project Jazz at The Spotted Dog The Spotted Dog hosts Jazz every Tuesday. Music starts at 9pm – free entry with collection. Thursday, 10th … Continue reading →

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Glas Party @ The Rainbow

Posted on May 5, 2012 by Pamela | Leave a comment

When: Sunday 6th May, 14:00 – Midnight Where: Rainbow Warehouse Glas are holding a Wig Party at the Rainbow this bank holiday weekend. Expect noise! Further details can be found on the flyer below:

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Eastside Projects May Events

Posted on May 4, 2012 by Pamela | Leave a comment

Eastside Projects May Events

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Bradford St Business

Posted on May 4, 2012 by Pamela | 1 Comment

Although parts of our beloved Bradford Street need some TLC, other parts are seeing a brand new lease of life. Two new businesses have opened their doors in the past few weeks, with another soon to follow. Starting at the … Continue reading →

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Correction!

Posted on May 4, 2012 by Pamela | Leave a comment

The May Meeting of Digbeth Residents Association will take place on Monday 14th May and not the 7th May as previously advised. Make sure to update your calendars and apologies for any confusion! Pam Secretary DRA

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