Featured Events in Birmingham in June, 2025 (June Updated)

Day 1: Thursday 5th June 2025 (9-6pm) Father Chris Alar, Provincial Superior of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of Mercy Province of the Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception in the United States and Argentina, will be our main guest speaker on the day. Day 2: Friday 6th June 2025 (9-6pm) Father James Blount S.O.L.T, internationally known Catholic priest, preacher, and gifted healer, will be our main guest speaker on the day. Speakers also to Include: Father Eamonn Curdoff - Spiritual Director of The Flame of Love of the Immaculate Heart of Mary Movement UK. Liz Ansah - National Co-ordinator of UK (The Flame of Love of the Immaculate Heart of Mary Movement). Tea's and Coffee's available on the day, bring your own packed lunch. Limited parking available. Please note, The Flame of Love UK is a small charity, therefore refunds are not available. Any queries, contact: info.flameofloveuk@yahoo.com Website: www.flameoflove.org.uk Information Source: Elizabeth Owusu-Ansah | eventbrite

Are you supporting an autistic or ADHD person at home, in education or in the workplace? Are you searching for trusted information and advice? If so, the Autism & ADHD Show can help you. Our CPD accredited programme has been designed to enable you to pick and choose the learning which is most relevant for you, whether it relates specifically to autism, ADHD or when both conditions co-occur. Interwoven between the four theatres, one to one clinics, and practical workshops, you'll find an essential selection of specialist products and services. Once inside the event, all content is free to access and offered on a first come, first served basis. Children aged under 16 enter free of charge when accompanied by an adult. One ticket enables entry on any one day of your choice. If you wish to attend on both days, please purchase two tickets. Book your tickets in advance and save 20%! Information Source: Park View Events (Midlands) | eventbrite

please check seating plan all seats will be round tables with 10 seats we can only reserve tables if you booked table of 10 Information Source: PARTY ROCKERS UK | eventbrite

Come and join us on Sunday 8th June at Raddlebarn School and Muntz Park for a fun circus session with National Festival Circus. Show times are 13.00, 14.30 & 16.00. There are 100 early bird tickets available for each time slot at £8.50 per person. These are first come, first served. Once sold the additional tickets will be £10.00 per person. Under 2's are free to attend (sat on lap). Due to changes in eventbrite advertising please note that fees will be added to your booking (these are not charged by FoR and go directly to Eventbrite). All funds raised from ticket sales will be used to pay for the circus and to Friends of Raddlebarn. Information Source: Friends of Raddlebarn | eventbrite

Def Leppard and Bret Michaels are set to electrify Birmingham at the renowned Coca-Cola Amphitheater on June 25, 2025, at 8:00 PM. This highly anticipated event promises an unforgettable evening of rock and roll, featuring legendary hits that have defined generations. With ticket prices ranging from $35 to $325, fans have the opportunity to experience the iconic performances of Def Leppard and Bret Michaels in an unparalleled setting. The Coca-Cola Amphitheater, located in Birmingham, AL, offers an ideal venue for such a monumental concert, ensuring excellent acoustics and a vibrant atmosphere. Attendees can expect a night filled with classic anthems, high-energy performances, and a sense of nostalgia that only these rock legends can deliver. This event is a must-see for any rock enthusiast, promising a spectacular showcase of talent and timeless music.

This course runs 10:00am-4:00pm and includes the training day, a bank of training resources and materials to take home, plus lunch and refreshments throughout the day. Receive a free Audit guide aligned to the new Assessment Framework when attending the course. Join our informative CQC training session to understand the New CQC Single Assessment Framework, you will learn how to prepare for CQC inspection under these new changes, and understand how the Quality Statements will impact your service. Who Should Attend? This CQC training is tailored for health and Socialcare professionals from across the sector. Course Agenda: A History of CQC who are they and what do they do The Care Quality Commission (CQC) The CQC’s Powers Regulated Activities Who are the Care Quality Commission? The New CQC Single Assessment Framework The what and the why of the Single Assessment Framework “I” and “We” Statements The 5 key questions, regulations & fundamental standards New Framework in focus; evidencing “We” statements Pre-Inspection Understanding the inspection model What are the 11 Fundamental standards? The 5 Questions being asked as part of the Inspection. Mapping the standards to the 5 Questions Its Not just CQC - Looking at the other Legislation Evidence Matrix Evidence that now demonstrates compliance for the 5 Questions Understanding the Quality Statements The 34 Quality Statements The Inspection Methodology The Inspection Process The New Strategy explained On the day of inspection First Impressions Matter Time to Showcase your good work Introductions (Who are the Inspection team?) General house-keeping for everyone After the inspection Immediate Team brief 48 Hour Rule Ratings How often you will be Inspected Draft Report Hints and Tips for achieving Outstanding What constitutes outstanding? Sharing Best Practice Getting the most from the CQC Website Course Testimonials London Course – Delivered 27th February 2024 “Excelent course - incredible value for money and much appreciated” – Dr Alpa Johar – Floss and Smile Dental Practice Manchester Course – Delivered 29th February 2024 "The session was really useful for someone starting off in a CQC role within General Practice. There was lots to take back into the practice to ensure we are compliant under the new framework." - Jessica Potts - Benchill medical practice “Have to say this was the best course I have ever attended on any subject. Delivery of the information again, best I have experienced. Very memorable. I will learn by your example.”Sharon Joy – Blanchland Medical Practise Birmingham – Delivered 18th April 2023 “Excellent session. Well delivered in a concise, interesting and easily understandable way.” Reece – Avon Support “A really useful session with examples and practical solutions. Interactive and engaging. Useful materials shared to help our team build internal systems to support local practices.” Kay Crossman – BSOL ICB Peer Support Team “Very interesting, informative and relevant. Enjoyable and able to apply to practice.” Liz Harrison – Laurel Residential Homes Information Source: Green Maze Support | eventbrite

Sip and Paint Monet’s Bridge Over Giverny! Looking for a creative night in Birmingham? Join us for a sip and paint experience at The Slug & Lettuce in Sutton Coldfield! This event is inspired by Claude Monet’s painting of the Japanese bridge in his garden at Giverny. Beautify your canvas with impressionistic brushstrokes, capturing movement, light and colour! Unleash your creativity – wine glass or prosecco in one hand, paint brush in the other. No experience? No problem! Whether you are looking for a fun night out or are a budding artist, you’ll enjoy creating your own masterpiece. What’s included in your sip and paint event: All art supplies – paint, brushes, canvas and apron providedStep-by-step guidance from a professional artist – or let your creativity lead the way!A themed playlist and upbeat vibes to inspire your artistic flowPlease note your ticket does not include a drink, but a wide range of drinks are available for purchaseYour canvas to take home – showcase your finished work with pride!Whether you’re planning fun things to do with friends, a date night or simply want to try something new, this PopUp Painting event promises a night of creativity and fun. Spaces are limited, so book now to secure your place for this unforgettable sip and paint experience in Birmingham! Please see our booking terms and conditions here. Information Source: PopUp Painting & Events Ltd | eventbrite

MUMS THAT RAVE the daytime party for women & Mums is coming to Birmingham for its first ever party at Hockley Social Club !!! MTR was founded in 2019 by internation DJ Producer & creative DJ NIKKI Beatnik (Beatnik Records, Ministry of Sound, Kelis Tour DJ) as a day party for women and Mamas to dress up, show up, make new friends and thrive. SInce then there have been 22 real life raves, live DJ streams, panel talks, 60,000 followers on social media and 80 million views across platforms. Now Nikki is bringing MTR to Birmingham for the first time. These parties are life affirming and sometimes life changing meet ups for Mums (non- Mums welcome too) on Saturday afternoons so that everyone can get home re`lly easily and safely. You have never seen anyone rave as hard as a Mum with Saturday to themselves ! Mums That Rave has eclectic DJ sets, DJ NIKKI plays Hip Hop, Rnb, D&B, Classics, House, Garage, Dancehall, Afrobeats. Come join the movement ! Follow us for daily updates @mumsthatrave on insta, FB & Tik Tok + lots of videos of our parties @mumsthatrave Information Source: DJ NIKKI BEATNIK | eventbrite

Hello Friends of Wheelhouse! Join us for the BHAM SLAM 2025 , an Olympic Weightlifting meet set on Saturday, June 7th, 2025. The aim is to provide a competition environment that is welcoming to all lifters, especially those new to the sport. All ages, weight classes and experience levels are welcome. This will be a perfect meet for: -A Comeback Meet: to knock the rust off and just get back on the platform again. -A Warm Up Meet: Some of you may have a larger national / international level meet towards the end of the year and this would be perfect to iron out last minute details. -Additional Meet Experience: Because you can never practice enough how you peak, train, warm up the day of, eat, make attempts etc. -A First Meet: This doesn't pertain to you guys since you've lifted with us before but perhaps you could encourage a teammate that is new to the sport. We would welcome them in and do our best to give them a great first meet experience. *This will be a SANCTIONED event where competitors are required to have an active USAW membership and required to wear singlets during the competition. Visit www.teamusa.org to inquire about registering as a USAW member to compete in this meet and future sanctioned meets. If you are like us, you love Weightlifting Meets, Community and Camaraderie. Our meets sell out fast so book today or contact us with any questions you may have at: luan@wheelhouse.academy Early Bird pricing ends Monday March 31st at midnight. Looking forward to seeing you guys. Respect! Luan and WH Staff Information Source: Wheelhouse Academy | eventbrite

Hello Friends of Wheelhouse! Join us for the BHAM SLAM 2025, an Olympic Weightlifting meet set on Saturday, June 7th, 2025. The aim is to provide a competition environment that is welcoming to all lifters, especially those new to the sport. All ages, weight classes and experience levels are welcome. This will be a perfect meet for: -A Comeback Meet: to knock the rust off and just get back on the platform again. -A Warm Up Meet: Some of you may have a larger national / international level meet towards the end of the year and this would be perfect to iron out last minute details. -Additional Meet Experience: Because you can never practice enough how you peak, train, warm up the day of, eat, make attempts etc. -A First Meet: This doesn't pertain to you guys since you've lifted with us before but perhaps you could encourage a teammate that is new to the sport. We would welcome them in and do our best to give them a great first meet experience. *This will be a SANCTIONED event where competitors are required to have an active USAW membership and required to wear singlets during the competition. Visit www.teamusa.org to inquire about registering as a USAW member to compete in this meet and future sanctioned meets. If you are like us, you love Weightlifting Meets, Community and Camaraderie. Our meets sell out fast so book today or contact us with any questions you may have at: luan@wheelhouse.academy Early Bird pricing ends Monday March 31st at midnight. Looking forward to seeing you guys. Respect! Luan and WH Staff Information Source: Wheelhouse Academy | eventbrite

Omar Davis Boxing Fight Omar 'Audacious' Davis Boxing Fight Come witness an epic showdown at the Omar Davis Boxing Fight ! Join us at B26 3QW for a night of thrilling boxing matches. Watch as fighters go head-to-head in the ring. Information Source: Omar Davis | eventbrite

A Night of Mama Mia Come join us for a spectacular evening filled with the timeless tunes of Mama Mia at the Best Western Plough and Harrow Hotel! Get ready to dance and sing along to all your favorite ABBA hits from the fantastic duo Abba-Riginal. Don't miss out on this night of music, laughter, and fun with friends and family! Information Source: Plough & Harrow Hotel | eventbrite

Get ready for an evening of fun (and interesting) conversations. Some Single Thing , specialists in social and dating events, are excited to be hosting a singles event in the city of Birmingham for single gay men in their 30's and 40's, and we’d love for you to join us. Hosted at The Rolling Mill in the upmarket Jewellery Quarter, you will get an opportunity to chat one on one with single gay men. Let's make this a little interesting... We understand speed dating can become a little repetitive, so we are here to make sure the conversation with each date is different and exciting. You and your date have to work together to keep your Jenga tower intact. Afterall, all relationships begin with a strong foundation, right? To make things a little more interesting, you will find icebreaker questions on some of the blocks to keep the conversation light hearted and all round fun. How does it work? Our fantastic team will meet you on arrival to register your attendance, then head over to the bar and grab yourself a drink before the event begins. The team will explain what is planned for the evening. Half singles will be seated, the other half will rotate between tables every 3-5 minutes. You can expect to meet up to 30 singles at our dating event. Half way through, there will be a break for you to top up your drink before we go for round two. After speed dating, you get the chance to get further acquainted and network with other single gay men. There’s no swiping, no ghosting, and definitely no catfishing – instead, just a fantastic opportunity to have an enjoyable evening with singles in their 30's and 40's. Our team will be there on the night to support you and answer any questions you may have. Get Matching & Messaging Once you have purchased your ticket, we will send you an email a little later to create a profile and share how amazing you are. This is a great way to continue conversations after the meeting with your matches and plan that next date. Who’s it for: For Single Gay Men in their 30's and 40's Dress Code: Smart Casual (strictly no slogan tees/sweatshirts, or sports trainers) First Impressions Count! When: Tuesday 17th June, 2025 Registration: 7.00pm Speed Dating: 7.20pm prompt (latecomers will not be permitted). Where: The Rolling Mill, 25 Hall St, Birmingham B18 6BS Transport: Street parking is available (first come, first served) and Jewellery Quarter Station is a 6 minute walk. How much is Jenga Speed Dating? Early Bird £15, thereafter £20 Please give us a like on Insta to stay tuned for more. If you’d like to know any more, feel free to connect with the team at hello@somesinglething.com By purchasing a ticket, you agree to adhere to Some Single Thing's T's & C's Please also check out our FAQ's should you have any queries Information Source: Some Single Thing | eventbrite

Sip and Paint Elephant Giving Tulips! Looking for a creative night in Birmingham? Join us for a sip and paint experience at The Alchemist BrindleyPlace! This event is inspired by Annie Dalton‘s Banksy-inspired Elephant painting. Forget the stencil, show us your inner rebel. Unleash your creativity – wine glass or prosecco in one hand, paint brush in the other. No experience? No problem! Whether you are looking for a fun night out or are a budding artist, you’ll enjoy creating your own masterpiece. What’s included in your sip and paint event: All art supplies – paint, brushes, canvas and apron providedStep-by-step guidance from a professional artist – or let your creativity lead the way!A themed playlist and upbeat vibes to inspire your artistic flowPlease note your ticket does not include a drink, but a wide range of drinks are available for purchaseYour canvas to take home – showcase your finished work with pride!Whether you’re planning fun things to do with friends, a date night or simply want to try something new, this PopUp Painting event promises a night of creativity and fun. Spaces are limited, so book now to secure your place for this unforgettable sip and paint experience in Birmingham! Please see our booking terms and conditions here. Information Source: PopUp Painting & Events Ltd | eventbrite

Theme: Prophecy to the Dry Bones - Ezekiel 37:3 Gospel Express welcome you, family and friends to the Prophetic Evangelism Revival event happening at Beacon Church Pheasey! Join us on 3 rd Sundays (6.00pm - 9.0pm) See specific dates, for a powerful time of worship, teaching, and prophetic ministry. This event is all about experiencing the presence of God and stepping out in faith to share His love with others. Get ready for a revival that will ignite your passion for evangelism and deepen your walk with the Lord. Don't miss out on this life-changing opportunity to be equipped and empowered for Kingdom impact! Information Source: Bishop Deborah Harrison | eventbrite

Doors: 18:15 | Last Entry: 19:00 Get ready to burst into fits of laughter! Round up your friends and family because, after a sellout run around the UK, Muhsin Yesilada returns with Laughing Out Loud : Apollo Greats. This night is guaranteed to be a riot of hilarity, featuring these amazing comics: Muhsin Yesilada (One Minute Smoke)Gary Delaney (Live At The Apollo, Mock The Week)Josh Pugh (Live at the Apollo, Mock the Week)Scott Bennett (Live At The Apollo, The News Quiz, The Now Show)Leave your worries at the door and immerse yourself in an evening you won’t soon forget. LuvEntertainment comedy tours host memorable, quality shows all over the UK and feature the very best of established and new comedy talent – both homegrown and international. We also pride ourselves on presenting and championing comedians who appeal to comedy lovers of all ages. Our events are the perfect place to come for a guaranteed fun night out where you can unwind, relax and have a laugh with friends, family or work colleagues. Please Note Terms & Conditions For This Event: LuvEntertainment.co.uk/terms-conditions/ Information Source: LuvEntertainment | eventbrite

Researchers at the University of Birmingham are tackling major global health challenges that affect the world’s most vulnerable people, ensuring better healthcare for us all. But why is it important for scientists in the UK to engage in global health research? Join us for an insightful evening of discussion and interaction with leading experts and researchers, chaired by Alice Roberts, Professor of Public Engagement in Science. Information Source: University of Birmingham Events Team | eventbrite

Guns N' Roses and Rival Sons are set to electrify Birmingham with an unforgettable performance at Villa Park on June 23, 2025. This highly anticipated event promises to be a monumental occasion for rock enthusiasts. Guns N' Roses, renowned for their iconic hits and dynamic stage presence, will be joined by the formidable Rival Sons, known for their soulful rock sound and high-energy performances. The venue, Villa Park, located in the heart of Birmingham, United Kingdom, provides an ideal setting for this spectacular concert. With tickets priced at 466 USD, this event is expected to draw a massive crowd, eager to experience the raw power and musical prowess of these legendary bands. Fans can look forward to an evening filled with classic anthems, electrifying guitar solos, and an atmosphere charged with excitement. This concert is not just an event; it is a celebration of rock music's enduring legacy, making it a must-attend for aficionados and newcomers alike.

Join us for a brilliant evening with bestselling author, Julia Armfield, discussing her latest novel Private Rites. A stunning, unsettling novel following three sisters navigating queer love and faith at the end of the world. About the Book It’s been raining for a long time now, for so long that the lands have reshaped themselves and the cities have retreated to higher storeys. Old places have been lost. Arcane rituals and religions have crept back into practice.Sisters Isla, Irene and Agnes have not spoken in some time when their estranged father dies. A famous architect revered for making the new world navigable, he had long cut himself off from public life. They find themselves uncertain of how to grieve his passing when everything around them seems to be ending anyway.As the sisters come together to clear the grand glass house that is the pinnacle of his legacy, they begin to sense that the magnetic influence of their father lives on through it. Soon it becomes clear that others have also taken an interest in both his estate and in them, and that perhaps their inheritance may not be theirs alone. About the Author Julia Armfield's work has been published in Granta, The White Review and Best British Short Stories 2019 and 2021. In 2019, she was shortlisted for the Sunday Times Young Writer of the Year award. She was longlisted for the Deborah Rogers Award 2018, and won the White Review Short Story Prize 2018 and a Pushcart Prize in 2020. She is the author of Salt Slow , a collection of short stories, which was longlisted for the Polari Prize 2020 and the Edge Hill Prize 2020. Her debut novel, Our Wives Under The Sea , won the Polari Prize 2023 and was shortlisted for the Foyles Fiction Book of the Year Award 2022. She lives and works in London. Praise for Julia Armfield “One of my favourite novels” – Jeff Vandermeer “Armfield is an enormous, gut-wrenching talent” – Daisy Johnson “Armfield's distinct voice is her own: singular, visceral and eerie” – Sinéad Gleeson Information Source: Waterstones | eventbrite

How Speed Dating Works in Birmingham When you arrive at Treetop Mini Golf you will be greeted by our friendly professional hosts. Once everyone has arrived and registered we will briefly explain the format of the evening. The ladies will then be asked to make their way to their allocated table. Once the ladies are seated the gentlemen will be asked to proceed to their first date. You will have 4 minutes to chat to each date, once the 4 minutes is over we will ring a bell to indicate the time is up and for the gentlemen to move to their next date. Four minutes is long enough to see if you click with the person you are talking to and whether you would like to see them again and also short enough if you don't. At the end of each date you have a brief few moments to make some notes on the person you have just dated. This is something to help jog your memory for the post event matching process the next day. Half way through the event you will have an interval break so you can nip to the toilet or top up your drink at the Amazon themed bar! After the Speed Dating has taken place, feel free to head to the golf course and play a round or two of mini golf with some of your love interests and friends made from the evening! This is a great way to mingle with fellow daters and continue your evening! Don't forget to take your dating card home with you to assist you in entering in your ticks and potential matches. Post Event No later than midday the following day our matching system will be unlocked for you to enter your ticks from the previous evening. You have all day to tick as many people as you like from the night before. We guarantee you will find someone you will want to see again, otherwise we will give you your next Speed Dating event for free! Find a Speed Dating event near you https://slowdating.com/ Information Source: Slow Dating | eventbrite

Join us for a creative night of drinking and painting in the heart of Birmingham! No previous painting experience necessary! Get your creative juices flowing and your brush strokes going! What's included ✔️Approx. 2 hour step-by-step painting session led by our experienced artist and assistants. ✔️All painting materials needed to complete your masterpiece. ✔️ Acrylic paint on high-quality stretched canvas. ✔️ Photos taken throughout the session & posted on our Facebook page. ✔️ Heaps of fun exploring your creative side. ✔️A one-of-a-kind masterpiece to take home. ✔️and best of all - we clean up! Please arrive 15 mins before your event start time to get settled . Drinks are not included but can be purchased from the bar. BYO is not permitted as our events are held at licensed venues. Information Source: Paintvine | eventbrite

Following the sold-out launch of the UK’s first-ever Mixed Grill & Comedy Night, Grills & Giggles returns with its second instalment. Expect another high-energy evening of stand-up comedy, great food, and good vibes at Birmingham’s Soho Tavern. We’re bringing a fresh line-up of emerging talent from the UK comedy circuit, delivering sharp 10-minute sets to a lively, diverse crowd. With table service throughout the night, guests can enjoy the night without missing a punchline. The first night sold out fast—Chapter Two promises to be even bigger. Information Source: Grills & Giggles | eventbrite

Spaghetti Junction sees a never-before-assembled cast of improvisers perform never-before-seen scenes based on never-before-prompted prompts! Where are we going? What’s it all about? What’s the moral of the night? The audience will decide at the end! We don’t know where we’re going until we get there… At the upstairs space at 1000 Trades, in the Jewellery Quarter, 7.30 pm. (Doors open 7.15) Free Entry (recommended donation £5) Information Source: Birmingham Improv | eventbrite

We are delighted to welcome award-winning novelist NATASHA BROWN as she joins us in Birmingham to unravel the mysteries behind UNIVERSALITY —her eagerly-anticipated, voyeuristic new novel of language, power & the aftermath of a viral exposé. The event will be chaired by Birmingham Literature Festival Director, Shantel Edwards. ‘... terse, elegant and prompt ... another sharp serve from a brilliant mind...’ MENDEZ NATASHA BROWN is a British novelist. Her debut novel ‘Assembly’ was Foyles Fiction Book of the Year, shortlisted for several awards, & has been translated into 17 languages. She was a 2023 Granta Best of Young British Novelist and a 2021 Observer Best Debut Novelist. This is one of our DIALOGUE events, hosting interviews with experimental contemporary authors, picking at the threads of their new fiction works & the ideas that underpin them. TICKETS: £3 standard entry* / £14.99 book & entry Please book your ticket here on our Eventbrite page** *Standard entry tickets are redeemable against any book purchased in store on the night of the event. **Please note we will be unable to offer refunds on tickets when requested within 7 days of an event date. For further enquiries about the event, or to discuss any access requirements please email info@vocebooks.com VOCE BOOKS is located at 54-57 Allison Street, Digbeth with step-free access via BRIG Café. For further enquiries about the event, or to discuss any other access requirements please email info@vocebooks.com Information Source: Voce Books | eventbrite

This landmark development, a 33-storey Purpose Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) on an exceptionally compact city centre site, is a showcase of how modern methods of construction and cutting-edge technology can be combined to enhance health, safety, environmental performance, and quality, all while nurturing the next generation of construction professionals. Attendees will get a behind-the-scenes look at the project’s innovative approach, which includes: A hybrid in-situ / precast concrete frame Brick-faced, unitised curtain wall façade Modular bathroom pods HP Siteprint robotic setting out AMPD Entertainer lithium-ion battery storage powering the project sustainably Skyline cockpit – 1st remotely operated tower crane in the UK Gamma AR – Augmented reality integration of the BIM model into the live construction works Advanced logistical techniques including climbing screens (up to four storeys high), a table lifting system, tie-and-climb tower crane erection, placing boom, and fully electric material movement. These forward-thinking solutions are helping to de-risk delivery and ensure a smooth, efficient build on one of Birmingham’s most challenging sites. PPE: Attendees are required to bring their own PPE. Please do not book unless you have your own h ard hat, safety boots and high vis vest/jacket. Location: Loveday Street, Winvic Site Office Ticket Price: A £5 ticket donation to CIOB Assist is required to attend. CPD Points: CIOB members gain 2 CIOB CPD points when reflecting on the ethical aspects of learning from this activity. The CIOB Assist Programme A £5 ticket donation to CIOB Assist, mentioned above, is required to attend. Now more than ever, we need your support. Thank you for your generosity. Find out more about the work we do Contact Georgina Floyd Member Services and Events Coordinator - Midlands gfloyd@ciob.org.uk How can we help you get the most out of this event? We want to ensure accessibility for all of our members. Please contact us in confidence prior to attendance and we will do our best to answer any questions and support any additional needs you may have. Information Source: CIOB Birmingham | eventbrite

Inspired by René Magritte’s The Flavour of Tears—a surrealist painting that challenges how we see nature—this event brings together bold new responses from ways towards something, a collective of Birmingham artists. See how cutting-edge environmental research from University of Birmingham academics collides with the Barber’s collection. And get hands-on at our drop-in collage party, exploring themes in Magritte’s work. Come for the art, stay for the conversation, and discover how surrealism, science and creativity meet in unexpected ways. Information Source: University of Birmingham Events Team | eventbrite

Join us for an insightful evening with bestselling author, Tim Marshall, discussing the updated 10th anniversary edition of Prisoners of Geography . Ten maps that tell you everything you need to know about global politics. About the Book Prisoners of Geography is the book people need to understand what’s happening in our fast-changing world, from China’s ambitions to the conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza.Bestselling author and geopolitics expert Tim Marshall looks at the past, present and future to offer crucial insights into one of the major factors that determines world history – because if you don’t know geography, you’ll never have the full picture.Originally published in 2015, Prisoners of Geography has sold over 850,000 copies in the UK and has been translated into 40 languages, selling over 3 million copies worldwide. Readers love Tim’s clarity, wit and razor-sharp analysis, and much that he wrote of in 2015 has come to pass. Now, this gripping new edition gives all readers – those who already love the book, and those yet to discover it – everything they need to understand our world for the next ten years and beyond. About the Author Tim Marshall is a leading authority on foreign affairs with more than 30 years of reporting experience. He was diplomatic editor at Sky News, and before that was working for the BBC and LBC/IRN radio. He has reported from 40 countries and covered conflicts in Croatia, Bosnia, Macedonia, Kosovo, Afghanistan, Iraq, Lebanon, Syria and Israel. He is the author of the No. 1 Sunday Times bestsellers Prisoners of Geography , The Power of Geography and The Future of Geography ; the illustrated edition of Prisoners of Geography , shortlisted for Waterstones Book of the Year; as well as Divided ; Worth Dying For ; and Shadowplay . Reviews “One of the best books about geopolitics you could imagine.” – Evening Standard “Sharp insights into the way geography shapes the choices of world leaders.” – Financial Times “Marshall is not afraid to ask tough questions and provide sharp answers.” – Newsweek Information Source: Waterstones | eventbrite