Free & Cheap Events To Keep You Going Through January

WEATHER

Thurs: 7°C ☁️ | Fri: 7°C ☁️ | Sat: 5°C ☁️ | Sun: 7°C ☁️

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Fancy a little Sunday mind and body relaxation? 

Immersive guided meditation classes are now available in Sutton Coldfield

Join Dee from Wise Monkey Wellbeing for a soothing and restorative immersive guided meditation session like no other.

Each meditation is unique, with its own bespoke script and carefully curated music crafted to deliberately guide you to a point of stillness, where you no longer feel bombarded with the ‘noise’ of life. 

Clearing your mind is not the objective, instead you are led to a place where you can think clearly.

Feel like you’re floating on air as you relax in a comfortable air bed cocooned in fluffy blankets.

This is a scientifically proven restorative experience, designed to help you cultivate a little calm on a Sunday and leave you feeling re-energised, focussed, and ready to take on your week.

All are welcome, whether you are new to meditation or a seasoned practitioner.

To find out more or to book click here.

Classes are scheduled weekly on Sundays for the foreseeable future.

SUTTON SPOTLIGHT
Browns Brasserie Lunch Deal Is A Winner

Yesterday I was pondering which brilliant local establishment to write about for the Sutton Spotlight and decided I needed inspiration - so myself and Laura took up the lunch time deal that is currently on at Browns Brasserie in Sutton Park - and what a great decision that turned out to be.

Having not yet visited since they opened in November I wasn’t sure what to expect. Greeted on entrance and taken to a table through the glorious maze of opulent dining areas, it was nice to see a busy lunch service taking place on a Wednesday afternoon in mid-January.

We opted for the 2 or 3 course lunch menu (I went 2 courses but absolutely no judgement here on Laura who went for 3 😉) and I ordered a smoked salmon starter with rye bread and the steak frites for main. Laura went for the mushroom on sourdough starter and the beef shin ravioli - of course I tried hers (remember no judging here).

I could not fault a single thing about the food or friendly service. The smoked salmon was fresh with a light honey dressing, the steak was perfectly cooked to my liking and dressed with a huge slab of garlic butter - well yes it was delicious and I can still smell it now.

The ravioli was another highlight and took me by surprise, and Laura was full of praise for the homemade apple and plum crumble that’s served in a cast iron pot - so no microwaving here!

The bill for two with soft drinks and 10% service charge came to a very reasonable £55 and we left full, happy and very much needing a walk in the park to burn off the extra calories we’d consumed.

They’ve done a great job rejuvenating this once gloomy interior, with green hues and real plants looking glorious under the plentiful lighting and natural light coming in through the large windows.

If you haven’t visited yet, it’s another jewell in the royal crown of Sutton Coldfield - you can view their menus and book online here.

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New Year, New Beginners Dance Class…

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GET INVOLVED
FREE Life Drawing Class At Inji

Inji and Naomi have teamed up to offer a free (yes free!) life drawing event on Thursday 23rd January from 6pm - 9pm. The idea behind it is to bring people together while doing something that they enjoy.

It doesn’t matter what your level of experience is, the new year is the perfect time to try something new.

One of the waitresses has kindly volunteered to model (fully clothed). There will be a few warm up activities followed by a break and then a longer observation. You can bring your own resources, whether it be a watercolour set, pastels or simply a pencil. Inji and Naomi are providing the venue and the freedom to be as creative as you want.

There are just a handful of spaces remaining and they are filling up fast so if you want to take part message Naomi through her Instagram account.

Inji will be providing amazing food and drinks from their menu, so feel free to pre-order before the event.

Click here to find out more about the event and remember to message to reserve a space.

LOCAL
Warnings Over The Dangers Of Frozen Local Pools

As temperatures plummeted, locals were concerned last week as a teenager was seen walking across the ice at Keepers Pool. Despite passers by shouting at the boy to get off the ice, he persisted, putting his life (and potentially others) at risk.

Please take a moment to again reinforce with our young and vulnerable people the dangers of walking on ice.

LOCAL DEALS
January Deals Still Ongoing

The Bracebridge - 30% off food throughout January (Mention January 30 when booking)

Browns Brasserie - January lunch offer - 2 courses £18.95, 3 courses £23.95

Harvester - 50% of mains Mon-Fri

Quill and Scholar (Lichfield) - 50% off mains when ordering two courses

Slug and Lettuce - 2 starters, 2 mains and bottle of wine for £23 per person

LOCAL
The Beatles For Sale

Well known Beatles tribute band "The Beatles For Sale" are heading to Holy Trinity Parish Church this February!

The South Wales based combo have a great take on your favourite Fab Four! Looking and sounding just like the real John, Paul, George and Ringo, the guys will thrill you with your favourite Beatles classics with a cheeky sense of humour thrown in!

Tickets are available to buy securely online via the link below or can be purchased in person from the Trinity Centre office (B72 1TF) during normal working hours.

https://www.htsc.org.uk/whats-on-and-groups/season-2024-25/

Lichfield Cathedral Choir - Saturday 29th March 2025 at 7.30pm

A future date for your diary. Directed by Ben Lamb and accompanied by Martyn Rawles, Lichfield Cathedral Choir will present a programme that explores the riches of the Anglican repertoire.

The Cathedral Choir can be traced back as far as 1315 and currently offer places for Choristers aged 7-13, Choral Scholars aged 16-18 as well as adult Lay Vicars. The choir sings for seven choral services each week with various combinations of these groupings.

Tickets are available to buy securely online via the link below or can be purchased in person from the Trinity Centre office (B72 1TF) during normal working hours.

https://www.htsc.org.uk/whats-on-and-groups/season-2024-25/

WHAT’S ON
Local Cinema Showings This Weekend

Here’s what’s on this weekend at your local cinema. View times and book here

EMPLOYMENT
Local Jobs Roundup

New local employment opportunities:

Boots Pharmacy Technician - Details

Allotments and Greenspaces Officer - Details

Breakfast Room Service at The Belfry - Details

Care Assistant at Home Instead - Details

SUTTON SOLVER
Test Your Local Knowledge With Sutton Solver

For this week’s Sutton Solver do you know the answer to the question below? If you do, hit reply and let us know for a chance to feature next week.

Q - In what year was Sutton Park presented to the people of Sutton Coldfield by King Henry VIII?

Was it: a) 1522 b) 1524 c) 1528

Answer to last week: Last week’s correct answer was 270.5m - the height of the Sutton Coldfield Transmitting Station that towers over Mere Green and surrounding areas. We had lots of correct answers but fastest was Malcolm Robinson - congrats Pat.

LIVE MUSIC & OTHER EVENTS THIS WEEKEND
What’s Going On In Sutton This Week…

TODAY:

Ask Anything - An Introduction to the Alpha Course
8pm - 10pm at Duke Street Church

A Question Of Entertainment (Quiz)
8pm at Comedy Junction, The Station Pub

FRIDAY:

UB40 Tribute by Jersey 4
7pm at Walmley Club

Mark Green as Elvis
7pm at The Rhodehouse

Pilates
7pm - 8pm at Four Oaks Methodist Church

SATURDAY:

Wedding Showcase
12pm - 3pm at New Hall Hotel

Queen Alive
9pm at Walmley Club

System Eighties
7pm at The Rhodehouse

Creative Calligraphy
11:30am - 1pm at Four Oaks Methodist Church

Murder At The Folly
at Brook Marston Farm Hotel

SUNDAY:

Blackbrook Barns Wedding Showcase
11am - 3pm at Blackbrook Barns

Immersive Guided Meditation Classes
5pm at Sutton Coldfield Methodist Church

BOOK AHEAD:

Jimmy White’s Whirlwind Tour
Saturday 15th February 7:30pm - 9:30pm at The Town Hall