Sip & Chat
2026-01-23 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-01-30 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-02-06 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-02-13 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-02-20 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-02-27 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-03-06 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-03-13 10:00 - 12:00 UTC and 2 more dates | Brasshouse Community Centre
Sip Chat and relax with friends
This is a relaxed, welcoming space for everyone to connect, share ideas, and swap stories. Whether you’re new to the community or have been here for years, this is your chance to meet friendly faces, build new connections, and get inspired by the stories of those around you.
Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and let’s make our community even stronger, one conversation at a time.
No need to book, just turn up on the day.

Creative Sewing Classes
2026-01-27 10:00 - 13:00, 2026-02-03 10:00 - 13:00, 2026-02-10 10:00 - 13:00, 2026-02-17 10:00 - 13:00, 2026-02-24 10:00 - 13:00, 2026-03-03 10:00 - 13:00, 2026-03-10 10:00 - 13:00, 2026-03-17 10:00 - 13:00 and 10 more dates
Join Alison of “Make Good Arts” for a fun interactive and practical course that that is ideal for people wanting to learn a new skills or refresh those skills, make friends, feel connected to others, feel less lonely and share conversations. No experience needed full support to learn is provided.

Gaining confidence in using a sewing machine?
Refreshing your sewing skills?
Making a series of practical items in a structured programme of activities either for yourself, or sew for other good causes?

Spaces are limited, so booking is essential. Refreshments provided.
This activity is made possible through the generosity of Harborne Parish Lands Charity

CANAL ART: ROSES & CASTLES
2026-01-27 13:30 - 15:30, 2026-01-30 10:00 - 12:00
🎨 CANAL ART: ROSES & CASTLES 🌹🏰
FREE Art Workshops at Brasshouse Community Centre

Brasshouse Community Centre is teaming up with Canals & Rivers Trust to offer a series of free, friendly and relaxed art workshops inspired by the beautiful Smethwick Canals.
🗓 Session 1 Tuesday 13th and Friday 16th January and session 2 Tuesday 27th 13th and Friday 30th January
📍 Location: Brasshouse Community Centre, Brasshouse Lane,Smethwick,B66 1BA
🕰 Time: Tuesdays 1.30pm-3.30pm & Fridays 10am-12pm
🎟 Cost: FREE
🖌 Experience: No experience needed – everyone welcome!
📩 Interested? Get in touch or just turn up – we’d love to see you there!

✨ What to expect:
Session 1
• Learn about traditional canal art
• Discover the history of roses & castles
• Learn how to paint canal roses step by step
Session 2
• Decorate an object using canal art designs
• Choose one of our provided items (such as pebbles or wooden coasters) or bring an object from home to decorate
• We’ll use high-quality acrylic paints, which work on most surfaces and are safe to use

🎨 All materials provided
👩‍🎨 Examples of decorated objects will be shown for inspiration
☕ Relaxed, social atmosphere – perfect for beginners

💬 Please share this with someone who could use a helping hand. Let’s build a stronger, supported community—together. 💛
ℹ️ For further information on what other services and activities we have please visit our website www.nsdt.org.uk
