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SUMMARY:Choices – Making Family Memories Together! 🌟
DESCRIPTION:Choices is a fantastic programme for families in Sandwell with children aged 5–12 years\, offering engaging sessions designed to help families spend quality time together while learning new skills and building healthy habits. Enjoy some physical education\, practice emotional health and wellbeing and enjoy learning about nutrition and food. \nWhether you’re looking to get active\, cook together\, support your family’s wellbeing or try something new\, there’s something for everyone. \n📍 Open to families living in Sandwell with children aged 5–12. \n📲 Find out more and book your place:\n🌐 www.bookwhen.com/choices📧 Choices_Sandwell@sandwell.gov.uk📞 0121 569 5100
URL:https://sandwellcarers.org.uk/event/choices-making-family-memories-together-%f0%9f%8c%9f/2026-09-01/
CATEGORIES:Summer Holiday
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SUMMARY:New Horizons – Grow Your Potential
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking to build your confidence\, develop new skills and get support to return to work? \nStarting in September\, the New Horizons programme offers a range of learning\, wellbeing and employment support to help you take your next steps. \nThe programme is open to people aged 19+ who are: \n💼 Long-term unemployed💚 Living with a long-term illness or disability🤝 A Carer \nWhat support is available?\n👥 Face-to-face workshops covering teamwork\, equality and diversity\, communication skills\, maths\, English\, digital skills\, workplace skills\, budgeting and money. \n💚 Health and wellbeing support including resilience\, mindfulness\, self-confidence\, healthy eating\, exercise and fitness\, and first aid. \n📚 Independent learning – depending on the programme you choose\, you can complete online learning at your own pace. There may also be opportunities to find a volunteer placement to gain valuable work experience. \n💼 Employment support including CV writing\, interview skills\, job searching\, careers advice\, work experience and one-to-one mentoring. \nChoose the programme that works for you\nThere are three options available: \n📅 1-week programme📅 6-week programme📅 10-week programme \nYou’ll start with a skills scan\, create an aspirations plan\, complete your programme activities and receive support to identify your next steps. \n📞 Find out more: 0121 556 7426📧 Email: contact_SAFL@sandwell.gov.uk🌐 Visit: www.learnsafl.ac.uk \nIf you’re ready to develop your skills\, improve your wellbeing and explore opportunities to get back into work\, New Horizons could help you grow your potential.
URL:https://sandwellcarers.org.uk/event/new-horizons-grow-your-potential/2026-09-01/
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SUMMARY:Walking Netball at Victoria Park
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a fun\, friendly way to stay active? Why not give Walking Netball a try? \nWalking Netball is a slower-paced version of the game\, making it suitable for people of all abilities. Whether you’re returning to exercise\, looking to meet new people or simply want to enjoy being active\, everyone is welcome. \n📅 Every Tuesday🕙 Time: 10:00am – 11:00am \n📍 Venue:Victoria ParkVictoria RoadTiptonDY4 8SR \nMeeting Point: Playzone\, next to the skate park. \nSessions are led by a qualified coach in a relaxed and supportive environment\, helping participants improve their wellbeing while having fun. \nTo find out more or express your interest\, please email: \n📧 sandwellags@theaws.org
URL:https://sandwellcarers.org.uk/event/walking-netball-at-victoria-park/2026-09-01/
LOCATION:Victoria Park\, High Street\, Smethwick\, Birmingham\, B66 3NT
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SUMMARY:Summer Holiday: Play\, Talk\, Read at Tipton Library
DESCRIPTION:A fun session full of stories\, rhymes and crafts designed especially for children under 5. \n📍 Tipton Library🗓 Every Tuesday⏰ 10:00am \nFree to attend.
URL:https://sandwellcarers.org.uk/event/play-talk-read-at-tipton-library/2026-09-01/
CATEGORIES:Summer Holiday
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SUMMARY:Carers Drop-in Great Barr Library
DESCRIPTION:Calling all Carers in Sandwell!\n\nAre you an unpaid Carer for a family member or friend in Sandwell? The Sandwell Carers Service is here to support you!\n\nOur friendly Sandwell Carers Outreach Advisors are holding drop-in sessions at local Sandwell Libraries. Come and have a free\, confidential chat about your caring role.\n\nOur advisors are there to offer you:\nA Carer’s Wellbeing Check\nPractical advice on Carer’s rights and available benefits\nInformation on local support groups and activities\nHelp with getting your Carer Friendly Photo ID Card\nNo need to book—just pop in during the times below!\n 1st Tuesday of each month\n Great Barr Library\, Birmingham Road\, Scott Arms\, B43 6NW\nTime: 10.30am – 12.30pm\nIf you can’t make it to one of our drop in’s\, you can contact the Sandwell Carers Hub anytime for support:\n 0121 798 2372\n sandwellcarers.org.uk\n\nWe look forward to seeing you!
URL:https://sandwellcarers.org.uk/event/carers-drop-in-great-barr-library/2026-09-01/
LOCATION:Great Barr Library\, Great Barr Library\, Birmingham Road\, Scott Arms\, Birmingham\, B43 6NW\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:St Albans Community Centre Drop-in
DESCRIPTION:Calling all Carers in Sandwell!\n\nAre you an unpaid Carer for a family member or friend in Sandwell? The Sandwell Carers Service is here to support you!\n\nOur friendly Sandwell Carers Outreach Advisors are holding drop-in sessions at local Sandwell Libraries. Come and have a free\, confidential chat about your caring role.\n\nOur advisors are there to offer you:\nA Carer’s Wellbeing Check\nPractical advice on Carer’s rights and available benefits\nInformation on local support groups and activities\nHelp with getting your Carer Friendly Photo ID Card\nNo need to book—just pop in during the times below!\n\n1st and 2nd Tuesday of every month\n📍St Albans Community Centre\, Smethwick\, B67 7NL\nTime: 10am – 12pm\n\nIf you can’t make it to one of our drop in’s\, you can contact the Sandwell Carers Hub anytime for support:\n0121 798 2372\nsandwellcarers.org.uk\n\nWe look forward to seeing you!\n 
URL:https://sandwellcarers.org.uk/event/st-albans-community-centre-drop-in/2026-09-01/
LOCATION:St Albans Community Centre\, St Albans Community Centre Smethwick\, Birmingham\, B67 7NL
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SUMMARY:Go Play Holiday Sessions at Tipton Library!
DESCRIPTION:Come along for a morning of fun\, games and activities! \nNo booking needed—just rock up and play! \n📍 Tipton Library🗓 Tuesdays 11\, 18 & 25 August⏰ 10:00am–12:00pm \nFree holiday activity for families.
URL:https://sandwellcarers.org.uk/event/go-play-holiday-sessions-at-tipton-library/2026-09-01/
LOCATION:Tipton Library\, Tipton Library\, Victoria Road\, Tipton\, DY4 8SR\, Birmingham\, DY4 8SR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Summer Holiday
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SUMMARY:Cost of Living Advice Drop-In – Wednesbury Library
DESCRIPTION:Ongoing practical support around bills\, budgeting and energy costs\, which is especially relevant for Carers under financial pressure. \nWednesbury Library Cost of Living Advice Drop In. \nEvery Tuesday 10am-3pm \nWalsall Street\, Wednesbury\, West Midlands\, WS10 9EH \n  \nCost of Living Advice – Drop In at Wednesbury Library – Workshop in Wednesbury\, West Midlands – Visit Sandwell
URL:https://sandwellcarers.org.uk/event/cost-of-living-advice-drop-in-wednesbury-library/2026-09-01/
LOCATION:Wednesbury Library\, Walsall Street\, Wednesbury\,\, Wednesbury\, WS10 9EH
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SUMMARY:A full day of Go Play fun!
DESCRIPTION:Start your Thursday at Tipton Library\, then head over to Victoria Park for even more activities. \n📍 Tipton Library (DY4 8SR)⏰ 10:00am–12:00pm \nThen… \n📍 Victoria Park (DY4 8SN)⏰ 1:00pm–3:00pm \nFree sessions—just turn up and join the fun!
URL:https://sandwellcarers.org.uk/event/a-full-day-of-go-play-fun/2026-09-01/
CATEGORIES:Summer Holiday
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SUMMARY:NeuroKind Wednesbury Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join NeuroKind for a welcoming weekly group bringing people together to connect\, create and support one another through inclusive and creative activities. \nCelebrating neurodiversity and building community\, the sessions provide a friendly and supportive space where everyone can get involved. \nWhen: Every Tuesday\nTime: 1pm–3pm\nWhere: Wednesbury Library\, Walsall Street\, Wednesbury\, WS10 9EH \nCome along\, meet others and enjoy creative activities in an inclusive environment.
URL:https://sandwellcarers.org.uk/event/neurokind-wednesbury-workshop/2026-09-01/
LOCATION:Wednesbury Library\, Walsall Street\, Wednesbury\,\, Wednesbury\, WS10 9EH
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SUMMARY:Just While You Wait – Neurodiversity Wellbeing Group
DESCRIPTION:Just While You Wait is a friendly wellbeing group for neurodivergent people and those who may be waiting for a diagnosis. \nThe group offers a welcoming space to connect with others\, have fun and take some time for your wellbeing\, with: \n\nFun activities and games\nFriendly advice and support\nOpportunities to meet and connect with others\nA chance to learn more about your diagnosis\nA relaxed and social environment\n\nWhen: Every Thursday at 1:30pm\nWhere: YMCA West Bromwich\, 38 Carters Green\, West Bromwich\, West Midlands\, B70 9LG \nThe group is delivered by NeuroKind – Unmasking Potential\, with JSE and National Lottery Community Fund support shown on the event information.
URL:https://sandwellcarers.org.uk/event/just-while-you-wait-neurodiversity-wellbeing-group/2026-09-01/
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Activity Group Helper – Hamstead Library
DESCRIPTION:Could you spare just one hour a week to make a difference in your local community? \nAge UK Sandwell is looking for a friendly Activity Group Volunteer to help run a weekly social group for older people at Hamstead Library\, Great Barr. \nThe role involves helping people stay active\, connected and supported. Training and support will be provided\, so all you need is a listening ear\, a positive attitude and a caring approach. \nWhen: Tuesdays\, 2pm–3pm\nWhere: Hamstead Library\, Great Barr \nFor more information or help applying: \nEmail: volunteering@ageukbirmingham.org.uk\nTelephone: 0121 824 1459
URL:https://sandwellcarers.org.uk/event/volunteer-activity-group-helper-hamstead-library/2026-09-01/
LOCATION:Hamstead library\, Great barr\, B43 5EL
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ORGANIZER;CN="Age Uk Sandwell":MAILTO:info@ageuksandwell.org.uk
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SUMMARY:Summer Multisports Club
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a fun and active way to keep the children entertained this summer? Join The Active Wellbeing Society for their free Summer Multisports Club\, where children aged 6+ can enjoy a range of exciting sports and games led by friendly TAWS coaches. \nSessions take place every Tuesday throughout the summer\, giving children the chance to get active\, make new friends and have fun in a welcoming environment. \nEvent Details\nWhen: Tuesdays\, 4:00pm – 5:00pm (from 28 July 2026)Where: Oakwood Park\, West Bromwich\, B70 9SHMeet next to the Playzone (basketball cage). \nBooking\nPlaces are free\, but booking is essential. \nTo book or find out more\, email sandwellags@theaws.org.
URL:https://sandwellcarers.org.uk/event/summer-multisports-club/2026-09-01/
LOCATION:Oakwood Park\, West Bromwich\,\, B70 9SH
CATEGORIES:Summer Holiday
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