Wed, 28 Jul 2010 08:35:14 +0000
via http://www.moselele.co.uk/?p=141
This is a week of almost constant Moselele news. It was crazy enough finally getting a poster but now we’ve got a Facebook group as well. Theoretically this will make people think there is some sort of coherent strategy for developing Moselele into a force of unparalleled power. It’s also a handy place for people to [...]
Tue, 27 Jul 2010 15:02:14 +0000
We have a winner
via http://www.moselele.co.uk/?p=135
This is probably the most exciting Moselele news ever. We had a fantastic response to the poster competition. We had thirteen entries with some people motivated to enter more than once. We really appreciate the time and effort that people put into this and you can see all of the entries here. We are more [...]
Sat, 24 Jul 2010 11:58:52 +0100
How not to campaign… Billesley Lane NIMBYs against chip shop
via http://welovemoseley.co.uk/post/853385108
Text of single page of A4 pushed through our door (in the side road about half a mile away) this morning…
Say Say No! Say No!
Re: Planning Application 2010/03563/PA
Did you know that an application has been made to extend the Victoria Wines store at 124 Billesley Lane so that a Fish and Chip shop can be built? Some locations are suitable for this, but not a quiet residential area like ours.
Have you received a letter to inform you of this? We have not. If you have, then you are in a minority because to the best of our knowledge, only one resident on Westlands Road has received a letter to ask if they would like to object. It seems that other roads have not been leafleted properly either so cannot have their voice heard.
This is despite the fact that all the residents that we have spoken to have clearly said NO to this proposal in the past.
This is an UNFAIR attempt to avoid our democratic right to object to this going ahead:
• No signs have been put up on lampposts to inform us so that we may object and have our voice heard.
• A petition was brought round but most residents we spoke to thought the proposal had been rejected.
• Most houses in the local area have not been given letters to notify them of the application for planning permission, and so cannot object to this proposal. This is an attempt to make it appear that locals do not mind.
• The deadline to object to this is the 28th July 2010. They have deliberately not informed most residents AND done this when many are away on holiday. This is to try to reduce the number of objections registered. DON’T LET THEM GET AWAY WITH IT. Say No!
PLEASE make your voice heard and protect our neighbourhood. We can fight this but need to pull together as a community and need your help to do it.
It got my back up a bit:
- Nowhere on the flyer does it mention who “we” are.
- There are no objections to the plans raised except that “Some locations are suitable for this, but not a quiet residential area like ours.”
- There are no details of the plans.
- It’s written in breathless shock horror with conspiracy theories and not much knowledge of the planning process.
- It’s written in bloody comic sans.
Looking at the plans the proposed building work does look a bit big:
…but I think if you’re going to get so het up about stuff you might stand a better chance if your arguments were coherrant.
Thu, 22 Jul 2010 22:24:15 +0000
Hood Winked
via http://www.eyeonmoseley.co.uk/?p=825
The unseasonal summer weather and the unusual prospect of a Birmingham City Council climb down have had Moseley residents giddy with excitement. In some cases they’ve taken to the streets with unseemly displays of public eating. It was clear from the beginning that placing security cameras in such a middle class area was always likely to [...]
Thu, 22 Jul 2010 17:25:23 +0000
Judicial Review “Unnecessary,” Say Police
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West Midlands Police have rejected calls from civil liberties group, Liberty, for a high court judicial review of the legal issues the scheme presents, saying the move would not be necessary or appropriate now that that the public are to be consulted over the the future of the spycam scheme. Any such action, says the force legal [...]
Thu, 22 Jul 2010 10:36:02 +0000
Last Warning
via http://www.moselele.co.uk/?p=114
Just to remind the whole world that the Poster Competition is careering towards a final and graphic finale on Sunday. We’ve had quite a few entries and we’re very excited about judging them. Of course nothing has been decided and there is still time for one last go. (You can win a ukulele) addthis_url = [...]
Mon, 19 Jul 2010 14:41:42 +0000
Moseley Festival 2010 – how was it for you?
via http://www.moseleyfestival.org.uk/?p=699
A busy 10 days of Festival 2010 comes to an end – and already our thoughts turn to Moseley Festival 2011. This is a genuine community Festival, so thoughts and ideas from anyone in the community are welcome. Please let us know what you thought about the Festival – things worth repeating next year, things that can [...]
Mon, 19 Jul 2010 11:53:40 +0000
Exciting news from Dan Burwood
via http://www.moseleyexchange.com/2010/07/exciting-news-from-dan-burwood/
Photographer Dan Burwood, featured in our Photography exhibition earlier this year, will be holding a solo show at the Solihull Gallery between 26 July and 21st August entitled The Jesus Festival. “In [Aramaic speaking] Maloula, Syria, an annual festival commemorates … Continue reading
2010-07-19T09:08:00.002+01:00
Wake Green Park Big Lunch
via http://wakegreenpark.blogspot.com/2010/07/wake-green-park-big-lunch.html
Well, the Wake Green Park Big Lunch was a great community event.
I had a nervous few minutes as the clock hit 1pm and I was anxiously waiting for some participants to turn up! And luckily they did!
I made a little video of the day.
A BIG thank you to everyone who came along and helped make the first Wake Green Park Big Lunch a success and a lot of fun. It was lovely to meet you all!
Let's go for a Big Lunch again next year! :)
Sun, 18 Jul 2010 13:35:42 +0000
Final Day of Moseley Festival 2010
via http://www.moseleyfestival.org.uk/?p=698
Here we are, final day, so it’s your last chance: To go to the Moseley Beer Festival at the Prince of Wales To see the Art Trail at various venues – click on the link at the top of this page for latest information. To see the Moseley Society Art competition entries at Woodbridge Gallery. To get special Festival [...]
Sat, 17 Jul 2010 13:03:21 +0000
Authorities Under Fire Over Spycam Fiasco
via http://www.spyonmoseley.co.uk/?p=216
The row over controversial surveillance cameras in parts of Birmingham reached new heights last month with the authorities coming under fire and increasing pressure to re-think the whole operation. Outraged local residents and campaigners have turned the tables on the watchers and it is now Birmingham City Council and West Midlands Police who are under [...]
Sat, 17 Jul 2010 11:39:16 +0000
Portraits postponed
via http://www.moseleyfestival.org.uk/?p=697
Artist Colin Gabbidon will not be at Marcus Galleries today after all – showery weather is not exactly condusive to sitting outside and sketching portraits. Instead, Colin will be at the gallery next Saturday, July 24th – to coincide with the Farmers Market.
Sat, 17 Jul 2010 08:42:36 +0000
Celebratory weekend
via http://www.moseleyfestival.org.uk/?p=686
Ok so Birmingham didn’t win the first UK City of Culture title but all is not lost – look around seek out the amazing cultural treats this weekend that Moseley has to offer, especially now the sun is out again – Moseley is a pocket of culture that the city is sure to be proud [...]
Sat, 17 Jul 2010 08:37:56 +0000
Saturday – Moseley’s the place to be
via http://www.moseleyfestival.org.uk/?p=687
The second weekend of Moseley Festival is another very active one, with a range of music, art, poetry, film, food and drink to enjoy. Art plays a major part today. There’s the Art Trail at various venues, including the ‘Moseley Cut’ film competition entries at The Exchange. The entries for the Moseley Society art competition [...]
Fri, 16 Jul 2010 10:25:18 +0000
Festival Friday : a wealth of treats in store
via http://www.moseleyfestival.org.uk/?p=685
Moseley Festival enters its final weekend with a wonderful range of treats from which to choose: The Beer Festival at the Prince of Wales enters its second day. Meanwhile, round the corner in Woodbridge Road, the Woodbridge Gallery hosts the Moseley Society’s art competition and exhibition. Local artists have submitted works on the theme of ‘Moseley [...]
Fri, 16 Jul 2010 09:33:21 +0000
Moving on…
via http://www.moseleyexchange.com/2010/07/moving-on/
Chris de Souza is has been a regular face at Moseley Exchange over the last couple of months. Recently he’s been involved in a new business partnership venture which should lead to some exciting times ahead! We caught up with … Continue reading
2010-07-15T11:51:00.003+01:00
Big Lunch Photography Competition!
via http://wakegreenpark.blogspot.com/2010/07/big-lunch-photography-competition.html
Hi Everyone!
Are you ready for the Big Lunch this Sunday?!
You've probably noticed some posters I've put around the blocks of flats. Please tell your friends and neighbours too! I don't want anyone to feel left out or miss the lunch all together.
All you need to do now is bring yourself and some picnic snacks and drinks to share. If you have any picnic blankets, chairs, or tables that would be great!
It starts at 1pm at the grassy area behind Bowen Court (the tower block) this Sunday 18th July.
Hope you can make it. It's a wonderful way to get to meet your neighbours and make some new friends on Wake Green Park.
And bring your camera too! We have a photography competition!
“Capturing community”
To celebrate my involvement in this year’s Big Lunch, I’m going to run a competition in conjunction with The Big Lunch team to find some of the best photographs who manage to truly capture their community’s spirit. All photographs need to be tagged TBL2010 and the winning photograph will win a family ticket to the Eden Project.
Upload your best Wake Green Park Big Lunch photo to flickr and use the tag TBL2010. If you haven't got a flickr account, it's free and very easy to use, and if you get stuck you can give me a shout :)
Photography Terms and Conditions
All photography should be posted on the Flickr by midnight 25th July 2010. Entries are restricted to one photography per person
All photographs must be named with ‘The Big Lunch’ included in the title and tagged ‘TBL2010’
By entering the competition you agree to being contacted by The Big Lunch and The Eden Project
Winner will be selected by a panel of judges appointed by The Big Lunch team and will be notified no later then 31st August 2010
The prize is non transferable and there are no cash alternatives
All person featured in the photography must have provided permission before hand as The Big Lunch takes no responsibility
The photography competition is open to all residents in the UK, Channel Islands, Isle of Man and Republic of Ireland
The winners may be required to participate in publicity
Submission of an entry will be taken to mean acceptance of these terms and conditions
The prize has to be redeemed within the 3 months of winning the competition
The prize does not include travel to The Eden Project
All submitted entries must be made publicly available and by submitting an entry you agree to allowing The Big Lunch to use the photo for future promotions as and when required.
I think that's everything! All we need now is some sunshine!
If you have any queries, comments or offers of help please contact Karen on 07835 754 310 or email hello@karenstrunks.com :)
Thu, 15 Jul 2010 08:43:56 +0000
Thursday : a range of events
via http://www.moseleyfestival.org.uk/?p=682
What a wonderfully eclectic mix of events is on offer for Thursday 15th ! This afternoon at 1.30 the Buddhist Centre in Park Rd are hosting “The Vanishing of the Bees: a film and conversation cafe”; the Beer Festival at the Prince of Wales starts today; there’s Morris dancing on the Green at 7pm, and more [...]
Thu, 15 Jul 2010 08:30:25 +0000
Inter Pub Cricket
via http://www.moseleyfestival.org.uk/?p=679
Congratulations to the teams from the Prince of Wales and The Village who did well in Monday’s matches and will progress to the semi finals. On Tuesday, the only victor was the British summer weather. Matches couldn’t be played, so the second set of matches in the pool stage have been postponed and will be played [...]
Wed, 14 Jul 2010 08:15:17 +0000
It’s Wednesday – it’s halfway – it’s Gingerfest
via http://www.moseleyfestival.org.uk/?p=675
Here we are, Wednesday 14th July, the half way point of this year’s Moseley Festival. The sunny weather has abandoned us for the moment, but all today’s events are indoors. The long-awaited Gingerfest II takes place at he Fighting Cocks tonight. If nature didn’t bless you with ginger locks, you can of course don a wig and join [...]
Tue, 13 Jul 2010 18:35:01 +0000
Moseley Festival in the Birmingham Mail
via http://www.moseleyfestival.org.uk/?p=667
Moseley Festival has been covered in local newspaper the Birmingham Mail – not once but twice! First off there was a report on Saturday’s great Street Fair and Music in the Park in the story: Thousands enjoy Moseley Festival And now Ginger Fest II is being trailed as Ginger queen Rowena Mills defends throne (Rowena, right). Thanks to [...]
Tue, 13 Jul 2010 16:53:19 +0100
Moseley Folk Festival 3rd,4th & 5th September 2010 Full Line-up
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Moseley Folk Festival 3rd,4th & 5th September 2010 Full Line-up
Tue, 13 Jul 2010 11:05:19 +0100
Radar is an object detection system - Birmingham: It’s Not...
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Radar is an object detection system - Birmingham: It’s Not Shit
Wed, 07 Jul 2010 17:01:09 +0100
Moseley Festival Programme
Wed, 07 Jul 2010 02:50:54 +0000
It’s all happening over on facebook
via http://www.spyonmoseley.co.uk/?p=209
There will be more content added here in the next few days. In the meantime, for all the latest on this story please go to the facebook group, where the updates, comments, news, videos and photos are coming thick and fast. You don’t need a facebook account to view it. It’s open access: no user ID necessary, [...]
Tue, 06 Jul 2010 22:25:12 +0000
New Contender: Spencer
via http://www.meowseley.co.uk/?p=214
Name: Spencer (Identity confirmed) Agility – 8/10 We think it is fair to say that there is both good agility and bad agility. On the one hand lurking on the top of a door to drop on a stranger, much like Cato, is good agility. Jumping from a second story window is bad agility. Potentially [...]
Tue, 06 Jul 2010 21:10:25 +0000
Moseley Festival
via http://www.moselele.co.uk/?p=112
It’s the Moseley Festival. The single most exciting thing with festival in the title that happens in Moseley on an annual basis. Except, possibly, the Folk Festival or even the Jazz Festival. We have a lot of festivals. That’s no bad thing. The Moseley Festival is the only one that has a Ukulele component (except [...]
Mon, 05 Jul 2010 15:13:07 +0000
Spy Cam Summit an astounding success
via http://www.spyonmoseley.co.uk/?p=207
Yesterday’s public meeting was a truly incredible event, the like of which hasn’t been seen before anywhere in the UK. Impassioned speakers spoke out strongly against the controversial counter-terrorism surveillance scheme in Birmingham, which aims to intensively monitor the city’s two biggest Muslim communities – considered by the authorities be a terrorist threat. Senior representatives from [...]
Mon, 05 Jul 2010 12:33:33 +0100
Moselele Poster Competition
Sat, 03 Jul 2010 11:41:23 +0000
‘Spy Cam Summit’ – a Public Event, Sunday 4th July
via http://www.spyonmoseley.co.uk/?p=203
EVERYONE WELCOME: “SPY CAM OUTCRY SPARKS RALLY” A Public Rally - in opposition to the controversial spy cam scheme in Birmingham - will take place on Sunday 4th July starting at 4.30 pm at: The Bordesley Centre, Camp Hill roundabout, Sparkbrook, Birmingham B11 1AR. Opposition to a police surveillance operation recently introduced in parts of Birmingham has [...]
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