The latest edition of ‘B:News’ - the Broad Street Business Improvement District’s newsletter is now available for downloading via the link below.

B:News July

All issues of B:News are available for downloading in the BID page of the website (http://www.broadstreet.co.uk/broad-street-business-improvement-district/bid-news/).

If you have a feature for the newsletter please contact Caroline Ashton via email at caroline.ashton@broadst.co.uk.

Based on the classic Jules Verne novel, ‘Journey to the Centre of the Earth’ is the first live action feature film to be shot and released entirely in digital 3D. Cineworld, Broad Street is the only cinema in Birmingham to have the film in all its 3D glory and the place to see all the spectacular effects this film has.

Starring Brendan Fraser, Josh Hutcherson and Anita Briem; the film follows a science professor whose radical theories have completely tarnished his reputation. While backpacking across Iceland with his nephew Sean, the two explorers find a cave that leads them deep down into the bowels of the planet. And so they go on a quest to find out what has happened to the scientist’s missing brother, a scientist, his nephew and their mountain guide discovers a fantastic and dangerous lost world in the center of the earth. There they discover a bizarre landscape filled with terrifying creatures.

For screen times and ticket booking please visit www.cineworld.co.uk.

This July and August, stay at the Novotel on Broad Street from just £65 for bed and breakfast.

The Novotel is an AA rated 4 star hotel right in the centre of Birmingham, and the perfect spot for the business or entertainment quarter of the City. Approximately five minutes from Birmingham New Street, and 30 minutes from Birmingham International Airport, the Novotel is the first choice for a business trip or for a holiday.

For full details of this offer please see summer-2008-promotion-691.pdf.

Brindleyplace will be the venue for the unveiling of Villa’s new home and away kit.  Several of Martin O’Neill’s first team stars will model the new strips, featuring their new partner Acorns Children’s Hospice, in a fashion show in Central Square, situated close to Bank Bar & Restaurant and the National SEA LIFE Centre.The exciting free public event, held at the vibrant and stylish canalside destination, takes place on Monday July 7 at 2pm.  Supporters can pre-order the much-anticipated 2008-09 home Villa replica shirt in store and online NOW.  You can place your order by visiting the stores at Villa Park and New Street or by clicking here. The claret and blue version goes on sale on July 24 while the away shirt goes on online pre-order from August 1 but is available from August 21.

The Broad Street BID are delighted to bring you all the news of the activities taking place on June 28th - aka Murray Walker day!

Murray Walker will be appearing at the Sports Cafe on Broad Street at 11am where he will be holding an hour long book signing. Murray’s latest book - The Murray Walker Scrapbook - is out now and copies of the book will be available to buy at the Sports Cafe on the day before meeting the man himself! For further information about Murray’s book please visit www.porterpress.co.uk.

The presentation of Murray’s “Walk of Star” award will follow at 2.30pm that afternoon. The ceremony will take place outside the House of Sport on Broad Street where Murray will be presented with his star by the Lord Mayor of Birmingham, Chauhdry Abdul Rashid JP. 

Everyone is welcome to come along and see Murray accepting and unveiling the newest addition to the Broad Street Walk of Stars.

This is an exciting sales role for anyone who loves the fast moving property market but also enjoys a business to business sales environment where you can build long lasting relationships whilst ensuring a high level of service is always provided.

We are seeking someone who entails enthusiasm and commitment to help us grow more in and out of the office. A major focus of the role is ensuring an exceptional level of customer service and ensuring that any issues are always managed to a positive outcome.

We will provide you with knowledge of the area and a passion for what we do which makes this a great place to place.

Skills and requirements:

• Drive and determination
• Relentless energy
• Organisational skills
• Commitment to achieving positive results
• Excellent communication and presentation
• Flexibility to work long hours
• Ideally based in the West Midlands
• Sales experience

We offer a competitive salary that reflects both the markets our businesses operate in and your own particular experience and contribution. For further information and how to apply for this position please visist www.offplanprops.com.

Situated under the arches of Number Three, Brindleyplace; an exciting new vibrant Arts Market will be held every third Sunday over the summer months, starting this Sunday, June 15th, from 9am to 3pm.

A number of local, up and coming artists will be displaying pieces of work at the event. These include Alice Gow, Antony Bridge of Pochade, Ken Hurd and Christopher Collier.

The colourful market will include oil paintings, prints, photography, jewellery, watercolours and sculptures and is expected to attract visitors keen to browse and to buy. The event is being held to promote art in Birmingham and the wealth of talent that Birmingham holds. Everyone is welcome and there is no charge for the event.

We are keen to hear from any artist at any level who feels they could use this event to exhibit their work. Please contact Caroline Ashton on 0121 693 2566 or caroline.ashton@broadst.co.uk.

Picture is “Wild Blue” by Ken Hurd, one of the artists appearing at the event.

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Connexions is an advisory and support service for 13 - 19 year olds, this is extended up to age 25 if there is a learning difficulty/disability. The Connexions service is delivered by Personal Advisors who are available in Connexions centres, schools and colleges throughout the area.

 

The Dragonboat Festival is one of Brindleyplace’s biggest and most memorable events of the year, there is something for everyone. Approximately 20 teams will battle it out to win the trophy and there will be prizes for the whole team for 1st, 2nd and 3rd places.  Teams already confirmed are Curry and Partners, Vanguard Contracts Ltd, Nandos, Argent, Barnardos, GVA Grimley to name but a few. The water race comprises a series of heats, which run from Pitcher and Piano up to the winning post at the NIA. Additional entertainment on the day will include: BRMB roadshow, live music, Chinese Lion Dancer, street entertainment, sumo wrestling suits, bouncy castle, oriental art and craft activities, Chinese food provided by Tin Tin and much more! There will also be a fantastic raffle on the day all in aid of Barnardo’s including delicious meals and family days out.“Brindleyplace has decided to work with Barnardo’s because we have always had a close relationship and we are very keen supporters in all they do.  I would like to say a huge thank you to Mitchells and Butlers who are sponsoring the event this year; this means we can raise a lot more for the charity with a target of £20,000 for 2008.” Kate Gregson, Marketing and PR Manager, Brindleyplace Estate Management.