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Dear Neighbours,

Welcome to your March / April issue of My Edgbaston.

Hooray for the spring! What a good feeling it is to emerge from a long cold winter to warmer, lighter days and signs of spring all around. This issue we have lots of new advertisers and have been busy writing about local places and events so hopefully there will be something of interest to most people.

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In this issue

To tutor or not to tutor – 11 that is the question

New pet boutique opens 13 in Harborne

Meet the team at Tyndallwoods 14 Chris Beddow, conveyancing

Get into Golf 16 during Midlands Golf Week

Spring has arrived 18 at Martineau Gardens

Tyndallwoods supports 20 Hollytrees Animal Rescue Trust

Charity concert featuring 22 the Canoldir Male Choir

Moorpool Bowling club 24 seeks new members

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EasterEaster FundayAn action-packed day full of Easter fun! A special Easter petting farm full of amazing animals including rabbits, guinea pigs, chicks, ducklings and more. Plus children’s trail, egg hunt, crafts and face painting.On: 31 March, 11am-3pmAt: Birmingham Botanical GardensFor info: www.birmingham botanicalgardens.org.uk

ExhibitionsCityscapesPanoramic views of cities on coins & medals.London, Amsterdam, Hamburg, Barcelona, Venice & Budapest… explore the historical landscapes of these cities. On: Apr 2012 to Oct 2013At: Barber Institute of Fine ArtsFor info: 414 7333

In Front of NatureThe European landscapes of Thomas Fearnley. The fjords, forests, mountains, torrents and glaciers of Scandinavia and Switzerland, the lakes and picturesque country buildings of Cumbria and the sun drenched plains, hillsides, rocks and sea-shores of Southern Europe and

the Mediterranean.On: April 2012 to October 2013At: Barber Institute of Fine ArtsFor info: 414 7333

Farmers' MarketsMoseley Farmers’ MarketAward winning market selling fresh & wholesome farm produce and craftsOn: 23 Mar, 27 Apr & 25 MayAt: Village GreenFor info: 449 3156

Kings Heath Farmers’ MarketFresh local produce straight from the farmOn: 2 Mar, 5 Apr & 4 MayAt: Kings Heath Village SquareFor info: www.kingsheath farmersmarket.org

Mac Food MarketFood market featuring different local artisan food producers each monthOn: 24 March, 28 April, 26 MayAt: mac BirminghamFor info: www.macarts.co.uk

GardeningBig Dig Seed EventSeed swap, wild flowers seed bombing and seed sowing workshops, tea and cakes. Why not take a picnic and make a day of it?On: 16 MarchAt: Martineau GardensFor info: www.martineaut-gardens.org.uk

Orchid ShowExotic blooms from around the world. Displays, sales and expert advice. Normal admission into gardens with no extra charge to visit show.On: 24 Marc, 11am-3pmAt: Birmingham Botanical GardensFor info: www.birmingham botanicalgardens.org.uk

Bonsai DemonstrationBonsai demonstrations with experts offering help and advice.On: 21 April, 11am-3pmAt: Birmingham Botanical GardensFor info: www.birmingham botanicalgardens.org.uk

MusicAnneke ScottPerforming music by Franz Ignati Danzi and Joswph Haydn for

horn and fortepianoOn: 15 March, 1.10pmAt: The Barber Institute of Fine Arts, University of BirminghamFor info: www.barber.org.uk

Peacock Angell – St Patrick’s Day ShowAn eclectic mix of music influenced by Irish folk, jazz, country, blues and more modern ethereal musicOn: 19 MarchAt: macFor info: www.macarts.co.uk

Clipper EricksonPresenting an all-American programme reflecting his fascination with the music of his homeland.On: 20 March, 7.30pmAt: The Barber Institute of Fine Arts, University of BirminghamFor info: www.barber.org.uk

TheatreChicken LickenA baby chick is born and thinks the sky is falling down. A spellbinding rendition of three classic Ladybird book stories using puppetry and food. For ages 3+.On: 5 April – 6 AprilAt: macFor info: www.macarts.co.uk

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In the run up to the SATs in May we enter a critical time for year six children as they prepare themselves for secondary school.

We spoke to a local private tutor who gives us a little advice on how to best prepare our children for this big step in their lives.

Terry Greaves of Primary Plus said: “By now you will know whether your child is going to a comprehensive, grammar or public school. This is an important time in their lives, moving to secondary school is major transition and there is still much that can be done to make sure they enter with confidence and fully prepared.

“At the end of June each comprehensive school holds an exam which helps teachers to stream the children when they start in September. After this there is very little movement between streams for the next five years.

“If you want your child to enter school in one of the higher streams then the next few months provide a small window to help them reach their full potential and set them on the right path.

“At Primary Plus we offer a free initial assessment which enables us to give you a clear idea of your child’s potential. The help of a private tutor at this time can make a huge difference to your child’s experience throughout

secondary school, ensuring that he or she enters at as a high a level as they are capable of.”

Primary Plus is located in the Jewellery Quarter with on-street parking. There are two dedicated teaching rooms that can accommodate up to six children. The teaching sessions are 90 minutes long and are 5pm-6.30pm and 6.30-8pm weekdays and 11.30-1pm Saturdays.

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New Pet Boutique for HarborneIf you’ve noticed your cat or dog becoming a little over-excited recently, it might well be that they are simply looking forward to the opening of Topsy’s Pet Boutique; the brand new shop in Harborne for all discerning Cats and Dogs.

Selling designer couture and quality products and gifts, Topsy’s Pet Boutique is the brainchild of Daisy Morley, and the namesake of her 9 month old Maltese puppy, Topsy. Recently graduated from Birmingham School of Acting, Daisy came up with the idea for her shop when she found that buying beautiful products for Topsy wasn’t as easy as she had thought it would be; “There are lot of cat and dog products on the market, but I couldn’t find unique products in the shops, and I couldn’t ‘feel’ the quality of items online, and so I decided to pull the two things together; unique and special pet products that you can see and feel before you buy,” she said.

Topsy’s Pet Boutique prides itself in supporting independent British companies and the majority of items in store are made in Great Britain. As well as selling the highest quality collars, leads, coats, clothes, toys and accessories for cats and dogs, Topsy’s Pet Boutique also sells gifts and treats for pets and owners alike. Look out for the ‘pick’n’mix’ treats for pets as well as special homemade treats made right here in Harborne.

And there are great plans in the pipeline for Topsy’s Pet Boutique with special events happening throughout the year (see website for details) and lots of

opportunities for pets and owners to pop in and enjoy a shop designed for them. As Daisy says, “Buying products for your precious pet should be an exciting experience, like buying yourself a new dress. Half the fun is in the choosing.”

Topsy’s Pet Boutique opens in March. See website for full details: www.topsyspetboutique.co.uk

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Sold subject to contractMoving house is often one of the most exciting times in our life – and at the same time it is right up there as one of the most stressful too.

In the second of our ‘meet the team at Tyndallwoods’ series we meet Chris Beddow, Solicitor, who specialises in conveyancing and helps people complete their sale and purchase as smoothly as possible.

Most people do not move house very often, so when they do the process is usually new to them or at most a distant memory. Also there are elements which are slightly out of their control, with maybe four, five or six people in the chain all with different agendas.

Some people want to move quickly, others want to take their time, and some people have children moving schools so want to tie in with school holidays.

And this is where it really makes a difference having a conscientious, understanding solicitor on your side. Chris at Tyndallwoods takes the time to get to know his clients, understand what they expect, help them understand the procedure and what they need to do.

When people go to see Chris they generally have found a house and agreed a sale. And he guides them through the process which usually takes from six to

ten weeks. Not every sale or purchase is without its pitfalls though and Chris is on hand to help guide people through any issue which may arise, be it right of way, apartment management, or environmental.

You want someone on your side who you can trust and rely on when undertaking something as big as the sale and purchase of your home, someone local with a good reputation. And that is where Chris and his team come in.

For more information or to make an appointment you can call Chris on 0121 693 2222

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Friendship, fresh air and exercise golf has it allFind out for yourself at Midlands Golf Week, a festival of free and low-cost Get into golf events for all.

It will run across eight counties from 12-21 April and there’s a full schedule of events including free Get into golf lessons, taster events, family fun days, coffee mornings and sample golf evenings.

The week is endorsed by Steve Backley, who won javelin medals at three consecutive Olympics and was world number one. Backley, a keen golfer, said of the sport: “I have found it to be the perfect post-athletics career activity to keep me sane.”

The Midlands Golf Week is now in its third year and has proved to be a great success with new golfers and returners to the game. Last year over 3500 people sampled the sport during the event and this year the organisers expect even more interest.

Golf ’s winning combination of exercise, sporting skill and social interaction make it the perfect tonic for good health and happiness.

There’s no better sport for bringing people together – whatever their age, gender, background or ability. With plenty of time for conversation and fun, golf is the perfect way to make new friends or grow closer bonds with people you already know.

Nicky Greenacre can vouch for that. When her husband began to play golf seriously she decided to take up the game and started at women-only coaching sessions. “The course was just brilliant,” said the 48-year-old. “We were nine women, all different ages and we all got on and had such a laugh. We just had the best time.”

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Spring is here!

And where better to enjoy the burst of colour and life than at Martineau Gardens.

Spring is the time we look forward to, to see the landscape around us awakening after the long, harsh winter. At Martineau Gardens, a community garden in Edgbaston, a warm welcome awaits you.

The Garden, which is looked after by a team of volunteers and Martineau Gardens staff, is two and a half acres of organically managed landscape.

There’s a vast array of features to explore and enjoy within the grounds, including an orchard, woodland, formal gardens

with plants and shrubs from around the world, vegetable beds, ponds, a wildflower meadow and a bird hide. At this time of year, highlights of the Garden include the blossom trees – cherry, damson and plum coming into flower.

Spring is of course one of the busiest times for the gardener, planting seeds and potting on plants. At Martineau Gardens you will find compost, manure, wood chip plus a selection of cottage garden plants, trees and shrubs for sale.

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Big Dig Seed Event: Saturday 16 March

And on Saturday 16 March Martineau Gardens is holding the Big Dig Seed Event, a gardening event to inspire you to brush off the cobwebs on your seedbox or if you’re new to gardening you can talk to experts to get help and advice.

There will be a seed swap, wild flowers seed bombing and seed sowing workshops (in containers and open ground). Plus you will get the chance to refresh your plans for the gardening year ahead, all in the surroundings of a beautiful organic community garden. Tea and cake are available in the tearoom and you are welcome to take along a picnic.

This is a free event running from 1pm – 4pm.

Martineau Gardens is located at 27 Priory Road, Birmingham, B5 7UG, opposite the Priory Hospital and five minutes walk from the mac. Limited parking available on site or buses 1, 61, 63, x62, x64, 47 and 45

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Hollytrees Animal Rescue Trust During the winter months two instances of animals in distress were brought to the attention of staff of Tyndallwoods Solicitors.

The first, a dog who became the innocent victim of the unhappy breakdown of a marriage. The second, the much loved cat of a client who died.

The aims of HART include

• Rescuing and providing care and shelter for stray, abandoned, neglected and unwanted animals of all kinds.

• Protecting animals from cruelty and suffering.

• Helping the elderly with problems relating to their pets.

So staff at Tyndallwoods turned to Ray Dedicoat of HART for help and he immediately welcomed both animals to Hollytrees where they will have receive the care and understanding that they needed.

To thank Ray and his team Tyndallwoods are now helping with fundraising and also collecting bric-a-brac, bedding, towels and knitting wool for the charity.

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Charity Concert in EdgbastonSoroptomist International of Central Birmingham is holding a charity concert featuring the Canoldir Male Choir.

Canoldir Male Choir is based in Birmingham and was founded in 1966. Many of the singers are Welsh and the choir has a strong allegiance with Wales, and with the tradition of Welsh male voice choirs.

The Bourneville School Choir will also be performing with their conductor and soloist Claire Vaughan.

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This event is in aid of The Hope Project which provides help to destitute asylum-seekers and others barred from public funds in the West Midlands.

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For ticket information, call 0121 608 5592 or email [email protected]

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Take a step back in time - With a membership to Moorpoool Crown Green Bowling Club

With the beginning of the bowling season just around the corner now is the time to start thinking about joining a nice local club.

You do not have to be an athlete to be a member of Moorpool Bowling Club, the club caters for all shapes and sizes and most people with disabilities are able to play.

During the playing season there are several social events starting with St Georges Day Strawberry Cream Tea in April.

In July there will be an evening event where you bring your own refreshment and either have a quiz or games on the green, depending on the weather.

In August there is a BBQ and quiz, in September a Fish and Chip Night with a quiz, and there will also be a Macmillans Coffee Morning in support of the Macmillans Nurses in September.

During October to end of March there is a Tuesday morning club for men and women in the Pavilion when you can come and play cribbage, dominoes, knit, sew, paint, crochet and play scrabble. On Wednesday afternoons whist is also played in the pavilion.

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and Ravenhurst Road, behind the Fishing Pool Harborne.

The bowling green was created around the same time as the construction of the Moorpool estate which saw 500 homes built on a 54 acre site between 1907 and 1912.

The estate was an example of how affordable housing could be provided in the future, many of the original character remains, and all of the original properties remain.

The Bowling Green and Fishing Pool, (the pool is an original pool fed by underwater springs), with the presence of large trees adds to the semi-rural feel of the area and the abundance of wildlife, There is no doubt The Bowling Green and Fishing Pool are the jewel people with of the estate.

Moorpool Bowling Club has 51 full members and 10 social members.

It is a mixed club with member ages ranging from 50 to 91.

The club is looking for more members, so if you are interested all you need to do is call and arrange a visit. You do not have to wait for the open day, you can pop down on a Tuesday morning or Wednesday afternoon, you will be made very welcome. You can go along for a look round, and have a try at playing. You are under no obligation to join.

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Baby MassageLearn to do a full body massage on your baby (6 weeks - 6 months) to relax and comfort them and relieve conditions such as colicThese are 5-week courses held Fridays from 1.30 – 2.30pm At: St Peters Church Hall, Harborne, For details call: 07976 242 835

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Cornerstone Parent and Toddler GroupStay and play for parents and children up to 5Wednesday 1.30-12.00At: Church of the Redeemer, Monument RoadFor details call:07812 332 430

Hawkesley Mini Gym Soft PlaySoft play for pre-school children and babiesWednesday 9.30-11.30At: Woodview Primary School, Woodview DriveFor details call: 0121 265 2650

Kanga and Roo's Parent and ToddleParent and toddler groupThursday 1.30-3.00At: St Peters Church Hall, Old Church Road, HarborneFor details call: 0121 426 6034

Lillian de Lissa Stay and PlayStay and play for children up to 3 years oldWednesday 9.15-11.15At: Lillian de Lissa Nursery School, BellevueFor details call: 0121 440 3421

Baby SensoryMusic, instruments, fibre optic light shows, glowing bouncy balls, bubbles and much moreAt: Walker Memorial Hall, Ampton RoadFor details call: Karen 0121 747 4720

Baby BoppersDance class for children over 3 yearsAt: Adage Dance & Fitness Studios, 174-176 High Street, HarborneFor info: 428 2732

Rhythm TimeMusic and movement for babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers. Age appropriate classes available.At: Woodview Community Centre, EdgbastonFor info: Vicky 0121 447 7632

Outdoor stay and playEnjoy the great outdoors with your little onesThursdays at 11-1pmAt: Winterbourne Gardens, Priory Road For details call: 0121 440 7430

Pram Pushers P & TPlay group for up to 4 year old childrenThursday 9.30-11.30At: Pram Pushers P & T, Lyttelton RoadFor details call:07867 796 286

RacketeersPlaygroup for up to 4 year old childrenFriday 9.30-11.30At: Newman House, Harrisons RoadFor details call: 0121 454 2846

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