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hols). £1.50 per child (£1 for additional sib- lings; under 9 months free) includes drink and biscuit for you and your toddler, plus action toys, craft table, book corner, noisy instruments, and kicking footballs, learn- ing to catch and having fun with hoops – all in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. For more info contact Sheila on 0121 445 2813 or drop in. You will be very welcome.


THE 9th BROMSGROVE Scout Group meets fortnightly on Saturday lunchtimes at the Scout Hut on Charford Road, and is for boys and girls in the Beaver Scout and Cub Scout age groups (six to ten and a half). For more information, or if you could spare a few hours to help your local group, please call Val on 01527 837060 or email info@bromsgrove scouts.org.uk


LICKEY BABY & Toddler Group meets on Mon and Thurs mornings 9.30–11.30am, term time only. Have a hot drink while your children play in Lickey Trinity Centre (Parish Hall), Old Birmingham Road. For more info call Caroline on 07511660727, email caroline_rebecca@hotmail.co.uk or find ‘Lickey Baby & Toddler Group’ on Facebook.


POP ALONG to Bromsgrove NCT Toddler Tuesday, a relaxed, informal group that meets every Tuesday during term time from 10am–11.30am at the Wacky Ware- house, Hewell Lane, Tardebigge B97 6QL. Mention NCT at the desk to receive 10% discount on soft play, food and drink.


BARNT GREEN TODDLERS – Come and Play! Every Thursday 10am-11.30am (term time only) for 0-3s at The Parish Centre, Sandhills Road (behind St Andrews Church). Run by a qualified childminder with lovely new toys and the emphasis on fun. A great place to make friends before school. Sibling discount and biscuits for parents too! Call Hannah on 07740 673894.


THE NATIONAL Childbirth Trust is now running antenatal courses in Alvechurch. These are designed to help parents pre- pare for labour, birth and early parent- hood and run over a number of weekday evenings and/or weekends. For info please call 0844 243 6873 or email bookings6d@ nct.org.uk or visit www.nct.org.uk/confi- dence


COULD YOU spare an hour a week to befriend, support and encourage young people? If so, Worcestershire-based chil- dren’s charity Mentor Link would like to hear from you. No qualifications necessary as Mentor Link, provides free training. All


you need to be is a good role model with a listening ear and desire to help. To find out more contact Karen Arnold on 07875 438659 or karen.arnold@mentorlink.org. uk, or see www.mentorlink.org.uk


LICKEY END Playgroup runs Toddlers, Pre- School and Rising Stars sessions at Lickey End Methodist Church, B60 1JX. More info on 07791 851382 or at www.lickeyend- playgroup.co.uk


ROWNEY GREEN Pre-school offers learn- ing through play for children from two years to school age, Tues–Thurs 9am–2pm, term-time only. More info from Rosemary: 07836 770468 or Geraldine: 07725 553894.


SPORT, FITNESS & HEALTH


JUNIOR CRICKET coaching at Alvechurch Cricket Club runs every Sun from 10am to noon throughout the season, for boys and girls aged five to 11. All abilities welcome to enjoy cricket in a friendly environment. Led by ECB Level 2 or Level 3 qualified coaches. No charge for first session. Re- freshments available. Info from Simon Bowron on 07753 621528. For details of coaching for ages 12–16, contact Nick Jones on 07779 267609.


BARNT GREEN Sailing Club offers regular sailing, either racing or casual sailing, in beautiful surroundings at Upper Bittell res- ervoir. For information contact secretary@ bgsc.uk


ONE FITMama is coming soon to the Alvechurch, Barnt Green & Rubery area. Like the Facebook page: One Fit Mama Alvechurch & Barnt Green or check out the website www.onefitmama.co.uk


ALVECHURCH VILLAGE Society’s next walk is the Village Treasure Hunt on Fri July 7. Meet at Tanyard Lane car park 6.45pm for prompt 7pm start. Prizegiving will take place in the Red Lion pub. Free entry – small donation of £2 per person (for print- ing costs and prizes).


BARNT GREEN Fishing Club manages angling on the Bittell Reservoirs complex. Trout and coarse fishing are available. For further information and application forms email the Membership Secretary at bgfc- membership@outlook.com


THE RAMBLERS, BROMSGROVE GROUP: Guided walking with our group for plea- sure, fitness and fun. Full programme of walks / events throughout the year. Why not give it a try? Further information from


www.bromsgroveramblers.webs.com or Clare on 01527 821917 or Peter on 01527 558203.


SHIATSU BODYWORK: a physical therapy, can help with problems like back pain, muscle/joint tension; low energy/fatigue; menstrual pain/emotional support; relax- ation; relief of tension/stress. For sessions, contact Steff on 07861 470265.


SOCIAL TENNIS takes place at Rubery Com- munity & Leisure Centre, Holywell Lane, Rubery B45 9AD on Mondays from 1–3pm. The group would welcome a few more players – just turn up or ring Don on 01527 759 318 for further details.


YOGA, MINDFULNESSMeditation and Deep Relaxation classes for fitness, vitality, tranquillity and better sleep. For classes and bookings, contact Sally on 0790 366 3085 or classes@MyYoga Mind.co.uk; visit www.MyYoga Mind.co.uk or Facebook: Sally MyYogaMind


MERCIAN NORDICWalking: Walking and exercise activities in Sanders Park and local walking trails. Ian Northcutt BEM provides instruction and leads fun, friendly groups for all levels of fitness. www.mercian nordicwalking.co.uk


LONGBRIDGE LADIES Cycling Club wants lovely new members! Weekly Wednesday and Sunday rides, hotel and hostel week- ends away, cycle camping adventures, so- cial outings and much much more. Begin- ners and seasoned cyclists welcome. Call Deb on 07738982161, email debweston@ aol.com or see www.longbridgeladies.com


THE NEW Ravens (North East Worcester- shire Ravens Rugby League Club) play at Kings Norton Rugby Club, Hopwood Park, Ash Lane, Hopwood. This season, they have extended playing opportunities for men’s open age, juniors, women and girls. Touch rugby will also be played for those not wishing to play full contact. Further details on www.newravensrl.co.uk


PILOXING CLASSES: fusion of Pilates/ boxing /dance. ALL levels of fitness. Tues 9.30am (Alvechurch), Tues 7pm (Barnt Green) and Sat 8.45am (Burcot). Alison: 07790 916947, alibenford@yahoo.co.uk, Facebook: ‘Exercise with Alison Benford’


BARNT GREEN Sports Club holds a Badminton Social Open Evening each Thurs, 8pm to 11pm (Margesson Drive Barnt Green, B45 8LR). No membership


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