Activities, Health & Well-being

Flatpack is a mobile arts organisation which exists to show amazing work, bring people together and develop new ideas. We love film in all shapes and sizes, particularly where it bumps up against other artforms, and get a kick out of transforming spaces to create unforgettable events. Every May you can find us taking over venues across Birmingham with the “magnificently eclectic” Flatpack Festival, while throughout the year we pop up all over the place with everything from family activities to al fresco horror.

Take a look at the line up and get your tickets including events at Moseley Hive and Chamberlain Highbury Hall…Cluedo did you say!

We’re inviting local schools and community groups to take part in an exciting and meaningful project exploring inclusion, diversity, and community. Each participating group will decorate a paper hexagon, designed by local artists, to represent the voices, stories, and creativity of your group.

Your hexagon can include words, poems, illustrations, collages, or photographs that reflect what makes you, you, and what brings joy in your community.

All completed hexagons will be joined together to form a giant collaborative hive installation, showing that together we are stronger. This vibrant piece of community art will be unveiled as part of the grand opening of our Hive community space on Moseley High Street in late June.  If you are interested in taking part please email.

The Great British Spring Clean 2025 has officially wrapped up – and it has made an amazing impact across the country!

We’ve loved seeing so many Birmingham Friends Groups getting involved this year from your posts on social media. We are so proud of all the volunteers making a difference in their local parks and open spaces in our city!

The campaign, which ran from 21 March – 6 April, saw more than 462,000 bags of litter pledged by volunteers nationwide – an incredible effort by the #LitterHeroes community as Keep Britain Tidy celebrated 10 years of the Great British Spring Clean.

We want to shout out about your impact!

If your group took part in this year’s campaign, we’d love to hear from you!

Please drop us a quick email letting us know:

• How your group got involved
• How many bags of litter you collected
• Any photos you’d like to share!

We want to celebrate your efforts and help shine a light on the fantastic work being done by Birmingham’s park and open space volunteers.

Email us at: communications@bosf.org.uk

Thanks again for all you do to help keep Birmingham green, clean, and thriving. We can’t wait to share your stories!

Come and Join our FREE Events & Health Check Your Group!

We Don’t Settle Poetry Jam
Friday 11th April, 7-9pm

About this event
Join us for a Poetry Jam workshop with We Don’t Settle—a welcoming space to jam, perform, and connect with other creatives. Step into a space where words flow, creativity sparks, and stories come to life! Poetry Jam is more than just a workshop—it’s a chance to explore your voice, build confidence, and connect with a community of creatives.

Guiding us through the night is Ryan Dre Sinclair, a Birmingham-based poet, playwright, and youth mentor with a passion for helping others unlock their creative potential.

What to expect:
Fun and interactive poetry exercises
A space to share (only if you want to!)
Tips and tricks to bring your words to life
A welcoming, supportive atmosphere
Who Can Attend?
This session is open to young people (16+) interested in exploring poetry and spoken word. No prior experience is needed—just bring your creativity and an open mind!
Free to Book: Poetry Jam | Community Creative Session at The Moseley Hive. Tickets, Fri, Apr 11, 2025 at 7:00 PM | Eventbrite

Every week enjoy…

I am Yogi, pay as you feel yoga: Mondays 5.15 – 6.15pm
A weekly series of donation-based classes for members of the community including those who are not able to afford yoga. The class is suitable for all levels and everyone is welcome. Please arrive at least 5 minutes before the start time and wear comfortable, loose clothing. Mats will be provided but you are more than welcome to bring your own. Book for upcoming weeks here.

Improv Class: Mondays 7.30 – 9.30pm
Drop-in improv workshops – come and join in the fun! Suitable for all levels from complete beginners to seasoned players.  Everyone (18+) is welcome! Discover the joy, freedom and challenge of Improv.  Learn to be more creative and more playful. Low-pressure, high-enjoyment sessions in a fun, friendly, supportive and stress-free environment. Improv is not the same as stand-up; you’re not alone on stage and it’s not about telling jokes. It’s about working together as a team with other improvisers to spontaneously create group stories, scenes & sketches.  There’s no such thing as failure in improv! Led by Jon Trevor founder of Box of Frogs.
Sessions cost £10. First booking free! Discount code for unwaged.
Sessions are capped at 16 people, and you must book in advance here.

ESOL Lessons: Tuesdays 10am – 1pm (change of time, mixed level class)

Break Dancing: Tuesdays 7.30 – 9.30pm
All abilities, new and experienced, welcome. FREE.

Drop In: Wednesdays 11am – 2pm
Communities can connect with local services and agencies. FREE.

Stay and Play: Thursdays 9.30am – 11am, £1 (weekly, term time)
Nurturing connection between children and families in the local area, join Rachel from St. Anne’s church for this lively and inclusive playtime.

Community Fridge: Thursdays 11.30am – 1pm
Join us to save food from waste, learn more about our mission and how the community fridge concept works. Everyone is welcome to collect food donated by local growers with too much, and we get food from Marks and Spencers and Co-Op. We need your surplus donations: do you have an allotment, bountiful garden, apple trees, plums… you can drop items off at the fridge 6 – 8pm Wednesdays, and Thursdays 10am – 12pm.

Soup Club: Thursdays 1 – 2pm
After our community fridge we will be offering a lunchtime drop in of a warming, nutritious soup and bread to be enjoyed with conversation and connection. Pay what you can; donations are welcome.

Reading Round, a free reading group with a difference
FULLY SUBSCRIBED CURRENTLY
Fridays in term-time, 10 – 11.30am
Join a free reading group to discover a wide variety of new writing and new authors and meet other readers. To reserve your place or find out more, email: leila.rasheed@rlfeducation.org.uk  Find out more about the scheme and The Royal Literary Fund here.

Daytime Disco Divas: Fridays, 12pm – 1.15pm
Meet up for a retro bop hour on Friday afternoons, 12pm. Women; come reminisce with us! (Suggested donation towards room hire, £3)

Ukrainian Talking Group, Friday, 4-6pm
Join Ukrainians in conversation to help practice English and discuss cultural matters. We are keen for local people to help support this group, if you can email olgapopova@moseleyexchange.com

Moseley Hive, 93a Alcester Road, Moseley

Want to host a community event? Please get in touch at moseleyhive@moseleyexchange.com

Part Time Communications Officer

About Moseley Community Development Trust (Moseley CDT):

Moseley CDT is an independent charity dedicated to improving the neighbourhood through social, economic, and environmental initiatives. We are a community-led organisation that develops practical solutions to local issues, supporting residents, businesses, and charities.

Our core values:

• Inclusion: Ensuring our services benefit all communities.
• Positive Innovation: Encouraging creative problem-solving.
• Collaboration: Building strong partnerships for shared goals.

Role Overview:

The Communications Officer will develop and implement strategies to raise awareness of Moseley CDT’s work, engage the community, and enhance our digital presence. This role requires creativity, project management skills, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

More information can be found here: Communications Officer | Moseley Community Development Trust | CharityJob

Closing date 25^th April.