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Witton Lodge Community Association @wittonlodge.bsky.social · 19h

Having support around you can make all the difference when you decide to stop smoking 💛

From family and friends to our friendly advisors, you’re never alone. Quitting isn’t just giving up, it’s getting your life back 🌿

Read more: https://ow.ly/9ec650XbF8s 💪

#SmokeFreeBirmingham #BreakTheHabit

Witton Lodge Community Association @wittonlodge.bsky.social · 1d

Bull-iant news! 🐂🎉

Work Hard, Play Hard & Rebull are coming HOME to Witton Lodge after hoofing around Birmingham for Bulls In The City, raising money for Birmingham Hospice.

No place like herd 💛

Come say hi & snap a #moovelous pic!

#CommunitySpirit #Erdington

Witton Lodge Community Association @wittonlodge.bsky.social · 2d

🌟 Volunteer groups – this is for you! 🌟 Learn how to get your group recognised with The King’s Award for Voluntary Service 🙌

📅 Mon 20 Oct ⏰ 1–3pm 📍 Hays, One Colmore Sq

👉 Register: https://bit.ly/3KAVSinfo

Thanks to BVSC & Hays UK for hosting 🤝 #Volunteering #Birmingham

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Witton Lodge Community Association @wittonlodge.bsky.social · 2d

A huge thank you to the Daniel Baird Foundation for delivering vital Bleed Kit training to our staff 💙

Their expert guidance helps us support our community in emergencies. We now have 4 public Bleed Control Kits across our sites.

Find yours: https://www.bleedmap.co.uk/

#BleedKitAwareness

Witton Lodge Community Association @wittonlodge.bsky.social · 2d

Join us for Tea with Tina! ☕

Every Wednesday at the #Erdington Wellbeing Hub and Friday at #WittonLakes Eco Hub come along for a cup of tea and friendly conversation with Tina. Take time to relax, enjoy some tasty treats, and connect with new people in a warm and welcoming atmosphere! ☕🍪

Witton Lodge Community Association @wittonlodge.bsky.social · 3d

🌟 Volunteer groups – this is for you! 🌟

Find out how your group could receive the UK’s highest honour — the King’s Award for Voluntary Service 🙌

📅 Mon 20 Oct | 🕑 1–3pm | 📍 Hays, One Colmore Sq
👉 Register: bit.ly/KAVSinfo

#KAVS #BVSC #WittonLodge #Volunteers #CommunitySupport

Witton Lodge Community Association @wittonlodge.bsky.social · 3d

🎃👻 Get ready for a spooktacular Halloween at Witton Lakes Eco Hub! 👻🎃

Join us for a frightfully fun FREE family event, with our Tunnel of Terror, Pumpkin Paddock, Scary Photo Booth, arts & crafts, and more! 🎉

🕸️ Fancy dress encouraged
🍲 Free hot meal
🎟️ Ticket only – kids with adults

Witton Lodge Community Association @wittonlodge.bsky.social · 3d

Passionate about making a difference? 🎉

Join the Community Voice Forum and help shape North Birmingham’s future! ✨ We’re focusing on six key themes: Housing, Employment, Health, Enterprise, Environment & Volunteering.

📞 Contact Steve: 0121 382 1930 | 📧 [email protected]

Witton Lodge Community Association @wittonlodge.bsky.social · 5d

Join our wonderful team at Witton Lodge and help us deliver essential services to those who need it most💙

👉Energy Advisor
👉B:CAN Administrator

Ready to take the next step?🌟
Visit our Jobs Site to see current opportunities and apply: http://bit.ly/4kSmj82

Witton Lodge Community Association @wittonlodge.bsky.social · 6d

This #WorldMentalHealthDay, we’re proud to support North Birmingham residents with free welfare benefits advice 💙

We know navigating welfare support can affect your mental health, our friendly team is here to help with advice, guidance, or just a listening ear.

#WMHD #CommunitySupport

Witton Lodge Community Association @wittonlodge.bsky.social · 8d

🎃👻 Join us for a spooktacular FREE Halloween at the Eco Hub! 👻🎃

🎟️ Ticket only | 🍲 Free hot meal | 🧛 Fancy dress encouraged!

Explore the Tunnel of Terror, Pumpkin Paddock, photo booth, spooky scavenger hunt & more! Children must be with an adult.

#Erdington #HalloweenFun #CommunityEvent

Witton Lodge Community Association @wittonlodge.bsky.social · Sep 8

🎉 Passionate about your community? Join the Community Voice Forum & help shape North Birmingham! ✨ Focus on housing, jobs, health, enterprise, environment & volunteering.

📞0121 382 1930
✉️ [email protected]

Witton Lodge Community Association @wittonlodge.bsky.social · Sep 8

🚴♀️ It’s #CycleSeptember! Boost your wellbeing & connect with your community on wheels 🙌
Join our weekly cycling groups at Witton Lakes Eco Hub 🌿

All abilities welcome! Stay active, have fun & explore your area 💚 More info 👉 wittonlodge.org.uk/about-us/our...

#Cycle #Fitness #HealthandWellbeing

Witton Lodge Community Association @wittonlodge.bsky.social · Sep 8

Rebull 🤘 & his partner-in-crime Work Hard, Play Hard 🚀 are calling you! 📢

Just ONE WEEK left to catch the #BullsintheCity art trail ✨ Collect them on the app & snap a selfie before they’re gone! 💙

📍 Boldmere High St B73 5UY
📍 Millennium Point B4 7XG

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Witton Lodge Community Association @wittonlodge.bsky.social · Sep 1

Rebull’s journey rolls on! 🐂 This week he brought the vibes to Sycamore Court for Reggae & Soul Night with DJ Smith & Robinson 🎶 Catch them every other Wed, 6–7pm! ✨ With 2 weeks left till the grand finale, don’t miss Rebull & Work Hard, Play Hard on the trail! 🙌
#BullsInTheCity #WLCABulls

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Witton Lodge Community Association @wittonlodge.bsky.social · Sep 1

Our FREE Basic IT Skills Training sessions are every Tuesday, 11am-12pm at Witton Lakes Eco Hub! Come and learn the basics of IT including how to send & receive emails, understand online safety and how search engines work💻

📍Witton Lakes Eco Hub, B23 7XX
📆Every Tuesday
🕧11am - 12pm

#ITSkills

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Witton Lodge Community Association @wittonlodge.bsky.social · Aug 25

Want to make a difference? Join our Community Voice Forum and help shape North Birmingham’s future! 🎉

We discuss housing, employment, health, enterprise, environment & volunteering.

Have your say,contact Steve at 0121 382 1930 or [email protected]. Let your voice be heard!

Witton Lodge Community Association @wittonlodge.bsky.social · Aug 25

Rebull’s journey rolls on! 🐂 This week he stopped by Work Hard Play Hard on Boldmere High St, snapping a pic with a friend 📸 With just 3 weeks left of Bulls on the Trail, don’t miss the chance to spot our awesome duo! 🙌

#Community #Rebull

Witton Lodge Community Association @wittonlodge.bsky.social · Aug 19

We’ve teamed up with McDonald’s New Oscott, West Midlands Police & Community Watch to support Erdington families (ages 5–11) with school essentials 🙌 Uniforms, stationery & more!

📲 Scan the flyer QR to pre-order.
#BacktoSchool #Erdington

Witton Lodge Community Association @wittonlodge.bsky.social · Aug 15

Week 2 of #ActiveAugust—done!✅

From scavenger hunts to painting sessions and arts & crafts workshops, we’ve packed in fun for all ages 🎨.

More family activities coming: teddy bear picnics, gardening, scavenger hunts & more! Join us!🙌

Details: buff.ly/OiE8U7s

Dear Diary - My Active August: Week #2 - Witton Lodge

Family fun in the sun

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Witton Lodge Community Association @wittonlodge.bsky.social · Aug 15

Want to make a difference? Join our Community Voice Forum and help shape North Birmingham’s future! 🎉

We discuss housing, employment, health, enterprise, environment & volunteering.

Have your say,contact Steve at 0121 382 1930 or [email protected]. Let your voice be heard!

Witton Lodge Community Association @wittonlodge.bsky.social · Aug 12

Get ready for the Wyrley Festival of Fun returning to Witton Lakes Park! 🎉 Join us on 30th Aug, 12-3pm for a day packed with activities, food, laughs & excitement. FREE entry!

Bring family, friends & neighbours for an unforgettable summer celebration! 🌟

#Wyrley #FamilyFun

Witton Lodge Community Association @wittonlodge.bsky.social · Aug 8

What a fantastic start to Active August at Witton Lakes Eco Hub! 🎉 From food classes and plant sessions to arts & crafts, there’s fun for all ages! Join us all month for scavenger hunts, teddy bear picnics, DIY classes & more! Don’t miss out on the family fun! 🙌🎟️

Dear Diary - My Active August - Witton Lodge

Having fun learning new skills

wittonlodge.org.uk

Witton Lodge Community Association @wittonlodge.bsky.social · Aug 6

Are you a carer? 🌟 Join our friendly weekly Carers Group at Perry Common Community Hall! Enjoy health & wellbeing activities, trips, and peer support every Thursday, 11am–12:30pm. 87 Witton Lodge Rd, B23 5JD. Contact Fauzia: 0121 382 1930 or email [email protected]!💙

Witton Lodge Community Association @wittonlodge.bsky.social · Aug 6

Get ready for the Wyrley Festival of Fun returning to Witton Lakes Park! 🎉 Join us on 30th Aug, 12-3pm for a day packed with activities, food, laughs & excitement. FREE entry!

Bring family, friends & neighbours for an unforgettable summer celebration! 🌟

#Wyrley #FamilyFun