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Ukranian Independence Day

On July 17th we celebrated Ukrainian Independence Day with 100 participants at Sutton Coldfield Baptist Church Hall . It was a truly amazing experience and we were joined by Councillor Clifton Welch , Councillor David Barry and Frances Thomas from Birmingham City Council. We had fabulous food from Ukrainian Sunflower which quickly disappeared . We had entertaiment from Iryna’s children’s dance group , the elders from ESOL entertained us with singing and poetry , we really have some very talented individuals in our group. We are also overwhelmed by the kindness of other people who supported our group today. The People’s Corner Project from #homefromhospital came along and provided food parcels and toiletry packs for participants plus back to school resources for children. We are very grateful to Gemma and her team for their support. Another big bonus was that the World Development Group from #stnicholaschurch donated cutlery, glasses, tablecloths, jugs and serving dishes that made today and will make future events much easier. Many thanks to everyone who volunteered to make this event possible we had lots of fun and marked a very important day for our Ukrainian community #HomesforUkraine #BirminghamCityCouncil

Thank you to everyone who made this event a success!

This event was made possible by the generous support of Birmingham City Council

Community Games

The 13th of July was a great day at the Community Games held at the Windley Leisure Center. Our guests enjoyed complimentary tickets and gazebos provided the organizers, thanks to Dennis. Noran and Val arranged a wonderful picnic. The children had a fantastic time earning their medals in various sports. They enjoyed the sunshine, socialized, and made new friends.

Thank you to everyone who made this event a success!

This event was made possible by the generous support of Birmingham City Council

Skittles Event

At 15th June we had a wonderful day playing skittles. MP Andrew Mitchell joined us. Our guests thanked him for organizing the recent tour of the Houses of Parliament, and he gave a speech reaffirming Britain’s unwavering support for Ukraine until the occupiers are removed.

We were also joined by the Pioneer group, who offered support to guests looking for jobs or starting their own businesses. Special thanks to Anna and Vladimir for arriving early to help with the setup, and to Anna for her assistance in the service area. Irina gave a heartfelt speech to thank Mitchell for his help and support. Then, the guests sang the Ukrainian national anthem, which Mr. Mitchell found touching.

This event was made possible by the generous support of Birmingham City Council

Vyshyvanka Day

At 18th of May we celebrated Vyshyvanka Day at our monthly get together.

Over 40 NB4U members joined together, enjoying one another’s company and delicious food.

A big thank you to Lucy and Colin who kept everything under control in the kitchen. Thanks to people who brought along food to share and to everyone who helped. We had entertainment in the form of music , a film and creative activities linked to our visit to London on 28 May when we will be treated to a guided tour of the House of Commons.

This event was made possible by the generous support of Birmingham City Council

Hot Dog Event

The Ukrainian community recently came together for a vibrant Hot Dog Event organized by NB4U. Alongside the mouthwatering hot dogs, attendees brought a variety of traditional salads, adding a touch of home to the gathering. Children had a blast with craft activities tailored just for them.

Moreover, the event also included an important session focused on strategies for maintaining mental well-being and navigating the challenges of adaptation in the UK. It was a holistic gathering that not only celebrated food and fun but also fostered support and resilience within the community. Special thanks to Ilona and Yuliіa for hosting this session.

A heartfelt thank you goes out to all who attended and contributed their homemade salads and treats, enriching the event with the warmth and flavor of Ukrainian hospitality.

This event was made possible by the generous support of Birmingham City Council

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