Local events
This page is FREE OF CHARGE for community based activities If you would like to place your group’s events on this page then please email the details to shirley@looklocal.com before 15th of the month.
SHIRLEY CARNIVAL The annual Shirley Lions Carnival takes place on Saturday 13th July in Shirley Park. The event will be opened by the Mayor at 12.00 noon and finishes at 16.00. Admittance is £3 per person or £10 for a family group. Entertainment will be provided by the Jet Force Dance & Cheer Group, Shirley Pipe Band, The Rebel Pro Wrestling Team and Punch & Judy. Other attractions include a Maze, Bumper Balls, Mini Land Rovers, Bouncy Castles and Fairground Rides. Plus there will be around 70 stalls all with something different to offer.
CARERS TRUST SOLIHULL are an independent charity and together we work in a strong partnership to actively promote the well‑being of family carers of all ages. We believe in a world where the role and contribution of family carers is recognised and they have access to the quality support and services they need to live their own lives. We are currently looking for volunteers to offer 1‑2 hours per week in various roles within the organisation, at our support groups, helping to fundraise, befriending and on our organised trips. We welcome volunteers who can offer their time as we feel it is important to support the local community. Phone 0121 788 1143 or email centre@solihullcarers.org
SOLIHULL PENSIONERS’ ASSOCIATION We meet at the Solihull Methodist Church Hall, adjacent to Solihull Railway Station, on the fourth Wednesday morning of the month at 11am for about 2 hours. We have interesting talks relevant to older people. All are welcome. For further information, please telephone Alan on 0121 705 3342.
YOGA GROUP (HATHA) meets Thursday 7.30pm‑9pm. Shirley Community Centre. Further details email thursday.yoga@hotmail.com
BLIND OR VISUALLY IMPAIRED Are you blind or visually impaired or do you support someone who is? The Birmingham Talking Newspapers can provide you, free of charge, with recordings of local news, magazines and a History series on a USB stick and a player to play them. Contact꞉ 0300 330 1404 for more information.
SHIRLEY GARDENING SOCIETY will meet on Monday evening 8th July at 7.30pm in St James the Great Church Hall B90 2AX. Robin Pearce will talk on ‘CRAZY DAISIES’. Non members welcome £5, membership to September 2025 £15. For more details ring 0121 705 4530.
MIDLAND BONSAI SOCIETY We offer a varied programme of events each month designed to improve your bonsai skills and knowledge. Our friendly group meets at Moseley Cricket Club, Streetsbrook Road, Shirley, Solihull, B90 3PE at 7.30 p.m. on the first Thursday of the month. All welcome. See our website at www.midlandbonsai.org or call 07803 593024.
AGE UK SOLIHULL Weekly THURSDAY Lunch Club for over 65’s. Red Lion Pub, Knowle 12 ‑ 2꞉30/3pm (previously held on Wednesday). £8 hot meal, raffle and entertainment. Contact Amanda on 0121 704 7846 to book a place (please do not just turn up).
CALLING ALL CARD PLAYERS PARTNER WHIST Mondays 1pm‑4꞉30pm, SOLO WHIST Fridays 1pm‑4꞉30pm at Shirley Community Centre, Stratford Road (next to Renault) Beginners welcome, tea Supplied.
ARDEN WOMENS INSTITUTE We are a small and friendly group of ladies who meet at the Shirley Methodist Church Hall, Stratford Road, Shirley on the 2nd Friday of the month at 7pm. Please phone Betty Player on 0121 704 4499 for more information.
SHORT MAT BOWLING Shirley Centre opposite Longmore Road on the Stratford Road. New members welcome, Wednesday 2pm, Friday 10am and Tuesday 7pm. For further details call Colin 0121 744 5367
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