Boldmere Pages Dec-Jan 2018

December / January 2019

Boldmere Pages Win a family ticket to Empire Cinema Christmas at Claire & Lisa's Treat Street Ideas for a happy and healthy 2019 Our pick of the best local events See page 24 Festive Bundt cake recipe

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Welcome page

Dear neighbours,

Welcome to the December/January issue of The Boldmere Pages, packed full of local events, activities and offers, to keep you busy during the festive season, right through to the new year.

Find out more about Christmas at Claire and Lisa’s Treat Street, see our suggestions for staying happy and healthy in 2019 and try your hand at baking our festive Bundt cake recipe, courtesy of the Deli Social.

Katie Hunt Editor

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Don’t forget to enter our competition to win a family ticket to Empire Sutton Coldfield and if you have any feedback or suggestions, we would love to hear from you.

Nick Moreton Designer

Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

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Features Thousands attend Boldmere festival 6 Christmas at Treat Street 8 Empire Cinema competition 12

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Orange & cranberry Bundt cake recipe 16 A happy and healthy 2019 20 What’s On 24

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Thousands gather on streets of Boldmere for festival

Photos by Richard T Harris Photography

The Boldmere Community festival with Christmas Lights Switch On saw nearly 10,000 people take to Boldmere’s thriving high street. At its peak, there were estimated to be 6,500 people gathered to watch Channel 4’s Autistic Gardener, Alan Gardner, switch on the Christmas lights.

A tradition that started in 2012 after winning a Government backed initiative by Mary Portas to enhance high streets, led by Pippa Goode and Martin Pedley with a few market stalls, has flourished into Sutton’s biggest lights switch on event with two live musical entertainment stages, a dance zone and over 80 Christmas market stalls.

Musical entertainment was provided by Bishop Vesey Grammar School’s band, Sutton Coldfield Community Choir, Sutton Coldfield Tuneless Choir and headline acts First Request (part of Real Life church), Ire-Ish and Rosie O’Sullivan. Crowds were also entertained with a glimpse of Highbury Theatre’s pantomime Aladdin.

Event organiser Paul Long said “The whole event epitomises what Boldmere is about – community. We have an unpaid team that spends many weeks putting the festival together and an even bigger team that help out on the day, including volunteers from Bishop Vesey Grammar School and photographers from Sutton Coldfield College.

Boldmere’s high street is thriving because people love to shop locally to support our independent traders. We are very blessed to live in such a great place. It was heartening to hear so many people thanking us for an enjoyable day out.”

John Lymn, Chair of Boldmere Futures Partnership which is the organisation responsible for putting on the event said “This was the best Christmas event 6

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Boldmere has ever seen and would not be possible without the fantastic financial support from Sutton Coldfield Town Council our main funder and local business sponsorship including Angels Day Nursery�.

Boldmere Futures Partnership have announced that the date for their summer community festival will be Sunday 9th June 2019.

Anybody interested in helping with the event can sign up at www.boldmere.org

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Looking for that perfect gift?

Come and visit our cosy cafe and sweet shop on Boldmere Road.

Afternoon tea for two Gift vouchers ÂŁ19.90 Beautifully wrapped Belgian chocolates Different sized boxes available

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Win a Family Ticket to Empire Cinema Set in a beautiful art deco building which was first opened in 1936, Empire Cinema Sutton Coldfield is a great destination for a family trip out to the movies.

With four screens showing a great range of films including Hollywood blockbusters, classic reruns, and the newest animations, Empire Cinema is a great place for film-loving families to visit; especially on Saturday and Sunday mornings when they screen family films at pocket money prices!

The Empire Cinema also screens a range of live events throughout the year which effectively turns the cinema into a theatre. Be there in the audience as you watch a production from the likes of The RSC, The Royal Opera House and The National Theatre, as they perform live on stage.

The Grade II listed building was one of the UK’s original art deco cinemas and it’s great to see that a lot of the original architecture is still visible both inside and out. However, alongside the history, the cinema boasts all the features a 21st Century film-lover desires like self-service ticket machines, digital projection system, 3D films and online booking.

This issue we have teamed up with Empire Sutton Coldfield to offer you the chance to win a family ticket (2 adults, 2 children) to the film of your choice. For your chance to win, please send your contact details on an email entitled ‘Empire Cinema Competition’ no later than Friday 25th January 2019.

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Five Films You Need To See This Winter:

3. Stan & Ollie (PG) Laurel and Hardy, the world’s most famous comedy duo, attempt to reignite their film careers as they embark on what becomes their swan song - a gruelling theatre tour of post-war Britain. Released 11th January

1. Mary Poppins Returns (U) Decades after her original visit, the magical nanny returns to help the Banks siblings and Michael’s children through a difficult time in their lives. Released 21st December

4. How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World (PG) As Hiccup fulfils his dream of creating a peaceful dragon utopia, Toothless’ discovery of an untamed, elusive mate draws the Night Fury away. Released 1st February

2. Aquaman (12A) Arthur Curry learns that he is the heir to the underwater kingdom of Atlantis and must step forward to lead his people and be a hero to the world. Released 12th December

5. Welcome to Marwen (12A) A victim of a brutal attack finds a unique and beautiful therapeutic outlet to help him through his recovery process. Released 1st January

For more information about Empire Sutton Coldfield visit www.empirecinemas.co.uk

October/November Competition Winner

Congratulations to Claire Evans, winner of a hot stone massage at Boho Beauty.

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Orange & Cranberry Bundt Cake

By Diane McCarron from the Deli Social

Ingredients

Method

525g self raising flour 1 tsp baking powder 2 tsp mixed spice 180g light brown sugar 180ml sunflower oil 4/5 eggs depending on size 150g dried cranberries Zest of 3 oranges 100ml of orange juice - juice the oranges

• Grease your Bundt tin.

Topping 250g sieved icing sugar 2 tbsp fresh orange juice 1 tsp warm preboiled water Cranberries or candied orange peel to garnish

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• Heat the oven to 180 degrees (fan assist).

• Sift your flour, baking powder and spices into your mixing bowl. Add the sugar, cranberries, oil, eggs, orange zest and juice. Mix well to combine all the ingredients.

• Pour into the prepared tin and bake in the middle of the oven for 40/50 mins. Test with a skewer or knife, if it comes out clean it’s cooked.

• Leave to cool in the tin for approx 10 mins before turning out to cool completely.

• Sieve the icing sugar, gradually add the orange juice and water until you have a thick pouring consistency. You may not need all the liquid.

• Drizzle icing over the cake and decorate to your heart’s desire!

• Store in an airtight container.

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A Healthy and Happy 2019 We don’t always need to give something up to feel better about ourselves, taking part in a new activity is a great way to have fun, stay healthy and meet new people. We have put together our favourite ideas of how you can take part in something different this new year, right here in our community.

Ride or run with the Bullets

Where: Various starting points When: Rides: Saturdays, 7am, Runs: Sundays 8am & Tuesdays, 7pm

The Boldmere Bullets are a cycling and running collective that brings hundreds of people together in the spirit of friendship. In addition to their regular sessions, they hold special events throughout the year and raise thousands for local charities. Everyone is welcome at any Bullets activity, whatever your pace of fitness and there is no cost to join. Visit the website for details of what you need to bring along and where to meet. www.boldmerebullets.com

Meditate in Boldmere

Where: The Carpenters Arms Community Centre When: January 17th, 24th & 31st, 7.30 - 9pm

A series of meditation classes, Stop Worrying, Start Living, led by Gen Kelsang Leksang. The classes will explore ‘how to take back control over our mind and our life so we can begin to enjoy the peace of mind that we all have the capacity to experience’. £7 per session or £18 for 3 classes. www.meditateinbirmingham.org/suttoncoldfield

Start your yoga journey

Where: Sandstone Yoga & Pilates, Duke St When: Classes 7 days a week

Whatever your ability, you will be welcome at the Sandstone studio where highly trained teachers deliver over 20 yoga, pilates and relaxation classes a week, including Hot Yoga, Pregnancy Yoga, Candlelit Yoga, Mat Pilates and Yoga Nidra. There is a great beginners offer of 10 days for £15. www.sandstoneyoga.co.uk/sutton-coldfield

Join a gym with a difference

Where: Gym & Slim When: Open Day, Saturday 26th January, 10am - 3pm

Boldmere’s ladies only gym is re-launching with some fantastic benefits for members including free fitness classes, social and emotional fitness, functional training, complimentary hot drinks and no contracts. Visit the open day for a taster of what they have to offer. www.gymandslim.com

Reprogramme your mind

Where: JMF Clinical Hypnotherapy & Coaching When: Appointments on request

Boldmere based Julie Flynn is a qualified Clinical Hypnotherapist, Counsellor, Neuro-Linguistic-Programming Practitioner and Life Coach. Julie has years of experience helping people to create positive outcomes in their lives and supports clients with a wide range of challenges including stress and anxiety, phobias, depression, trauma and limiting beliefs. £55 per session. www.jmfclinicalhypnotherapy.co.uk

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What’s on Christmas Craft & Foodie Market Where: The Parade When: 19th, 21st & 22nd December 9am – 5pm Located in Sutton Coldfield town centre, this well-known event is a favourite with shoppers and traders alike. Local produce, festive crafts, gifts, seasonal food, drinks and entertainment. www.sketts.co.uk

Beauty and the Beast Family Pantomime

Rob Taylor Live

Where: Los Banditos When: 22nd December, 8pm Enjoy Mexican dishes cooked to perfection and a wide selection of drinks from the bar, while singer Rob Taylor entertains you with an original take on the classic hits you know and love. www.facebook.com/LosbanditosBoldmere

Where: Sutton Coldfield Town Hall When: Shows until 31st December Featuring a cast of incredibly talented actors, singers and musicians, Daniel O’Brien’s Beauty and the Beast is a magical story, with wonderful music, design and dancing…plus some truly terrible jokes! www.townhallsuttoncoldfield.co.uk

Festive Street Food & Live Music Where: The Deli Social When: 23rd December, from 1.30pm Sunday afternoon street food special with mulled wine and Irish style live music.

The Deli bar will also have Asahi lager on draught, bottled wine and cider, hot and soft drinks. www.delisocial.co.uk

Tribute to Swing

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Where: The Lounge at Boldmere When: 30th December, 4.30pm Celebrate New Year’s ‘Eve Eve’ with swing singer Lee Osborne, performing Rat Pack classics and more. Family friendly and entry is free. Diners can book seats in advance. www.facebook.com/theloungeatboldmere

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NYE Party with 7th Son

Where: The Harvester Boldmere When: 31st December, from 7pm A 3 course menu is available for £19.99, followed by a lively set of pop, soul and rock from Birmingham band 7th Son. All children are welcome, bar tickets also available. Tel: 0121 354 3533 to book. www.harvester.co.uk

The Commander of Magic: Chapter 2 Dangers of Deception

Where: Highbury Theatre When: 17th & 18th January, 7.30 – 10pm Amazon Prime’s international magician explores the late Victorian period of magical history and performs daring and dangerous illusions that will keep you on the edge of your seats. Tickets from £13. www.highburytheatre.co.uk

Ding Dong

Where: Sutton Arts Theatre When: 31st January – 9th February A comedy of anticipated infidelity, cover-up and mistaken identity, where the stage is set for an awkward, yet hilarious dinner party with complications galore! Tickets from £5. www.suttonartstheatre.co.uk

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