July 11, 2021
Walk for Parkinsons
People in Birmingham can now sign up to Walk for Parkinson’s to help fund vital support for people affected by the condition – and this year, you can also take part virtually.
Charity Parkinson’s UK has launched its annual Walk for Parkinson’s series, which was cancelled in 2020 due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. This year, there are three ways to take part:
Join our socially distanced organised walk in Sutton Park on Sunday 11th July
Walk for Parkinson’s 66 mile challenge: complete 66 miles of walking in July
Walk for Parkinson’s Your Way: walk 2 or 6 miles wherever you are over 25 and 26 September.
The money raised by Walk for Parkinson’s will help transform the way the charity provides information and support to people with Parkinson’s, and the people in their lives. This year, thanks to the Frank and Evelyn Brake Connect Fund, sponsorship will be matched pound for pound, doubling the impact for people affected by Parkinson’s.
If you know 66 people, chances are you know someone who knows Parkinson’s. So why not take on Walk for Parkinson’s 66 by walking 66 miles throughout July? How you want to complete this challenge is up to you. Whether it’s alone or socially distanced, all you have to do is reach the target of 66 miles by the end of the month.
With Walk for Parkinson’s Your Way, you choose your own course, when you do it and who you walk with over the weekend of 25 and 26 September. Participants can choose from two distances – 2 or 6 miles – depending on what suits you best.
Parkinson’s is the fastest growing neurological condition in the world, and currently there is no cure. In the UK, there are around 145,000 people already living with Parkinson’s, including approximately 12,329 in the West Midlands. There are over 40 symptoms of Parkinson’s from tremor and pain to anxiety, but the condition affects everyone differently.
To take part in Walk for Parkinson’s, visit: www.parkinsons.org.uk/get-involved/walk-parkinsons

June 10, 2021
In Conversation with the Sopranos
Get the real story behind what Vanity Fair called “the greatest pop-culture masterpiece of its day” when three of the Sopranos’ most iconic cast members – Steven Schirripa (Bobby ‘Bacala’ Baccalieri), Michael Imperioli (Christopher Moltisanti) and Vincent Pastore (‘Big Pussy’ Bonpensiero) – take us behind the scenes of the legendary show.
Visit thsh.co.uk

June 6, 2021
BRITISH MOTOR MUSEUM’S NATIONAL METRO AND MINI SHOW
The National Metro & Mini Show is the main event of the year Metros, classic Minis and modern MINIs to come together. A great day out for families and enthusiasts with hundreds of models on display including ‘621 AOK’, the first Mini produced and the Monte Carlo Rally winning Mini’s of the 196Os. You can enter your vehicle for just £9, or come along as a visitor to enjoy the show and the Museum for normal museum entrance fee, pre-booking essential.
Find out more at www.britishmotormuseum.co.uk/whats-on/national-metro-and-mini-show

May 29, 2021
HALF TERM FUN – IT’S ALL ABOUT THE E-TYPE!
Join the British Motor Museum this May half-term as it celebrates the 60th Birthday of the ‘Most Beautiful Car in the World!’ - the Jaguar E-type. Meet Dotty or Dougie, the costumed characters from the swinging ’60s and explore the new Jaguar E-type exhibition. You can even take home your own E-type! Yes really … ok so it’s a cardboard cut-out for you to make and decorate at home. If you’re not able to visit the Museum you can still join in the Birthday celebrations with their on-line activities.
For more information visit
The Museum reopens on Monday 17 May, pre-booking essential.
Family annual pass just £40 (T’s & C’s apply).

May 28, 2021
Ben Goldscheider
Virtual Barber Concerts return this spring with a number of special and free lunchtime performances as part of their 75th anniversary concert season. Funded by the Henry Barber Trust, the series includes a performance from this horn-playing European Concert Halls Organisation Rising Star and previous BBC Young Musician of the Year finalist.
barber.org.uk/concerts/

May 17, 2021
Ikon for Artists: Art Sale
To coincide with the ending of lockdown, this exhibition features the work of more than 250 Birmingham artists with 100 per cent of the proceeds from sales going directly to the artists. A fantastic way to support a hard-hit sector and acquire some incredible works of art.

E-TYPE EVOLUTION
Celebrate a motoring icon in this temporary exhibition commemorating the 60th anniversary of the launch of the Jaguar E-type. Uncover the story of the evolution of the E-type from the racing C and D-types of the 1950s to its launch in 1961 and subsequent successful racing V12s from the 1970s. See a special selection of cars, including the E2A Prototype as well as a number of rarely seen Jaguar-related documents, advertisements, artworks and artefacts to accompany the stunning vehicles.
Find out more at www.britishmotormuseum.co.uk, pre-booking essential.

May 8, 2021
Luke Jerram’s In Memoriam
This special installation, in partnership with BrumYODO and part of the Matter of Life & Death Festival, is a spectacular temporary memorial for all those we have lost from the Covid-19 pandemic and also a tribute to all the NHS health and care workers who have been risking their lives during the crisis.
Visit birminghamhippodrome.com

April 23, 2021
The Parking Lot Social
This special springtime drive-in extravaganza comes to Birmingham bringing a selection of drive-in movies, live entertainment, comedy and more – all broadcast straight from the stage to the comfort and safety of your own car. Who said social distancing had to be dull.
Visit theparkinglotsocial.co.uk

April 14, 2021
Aliki Braine, A Thousand Fallen Blossoms
Inspired by a trip to Tokyo and Kyoto during the Sakura cherry blossom season, this exhibition brings elements of Japan to Birmingham through a series of uniquely crafted photographs.
Visit argenteagallery.com
