A Wonderful Afternoon with NB4U at Sutton Coldfield Baptist Church We had a wonderful time yesterday at the Baptist Church for our regular monthly NB4U gathering. It was a joyful afternoon filled with good company, laughter, and delicious food. A lovely ploughman’s lunch was enjoyed by everyone, with a fantastic selection of dishes to choose from. Our heartfelt thanks go to Bev, who kindly transported most of the food in her little car, and to our generous …

We had a very informative session on Saturday delivered by the CPR Counts team from Sutton Coldfield. During the session we learned vital skills that could save someone’s life in an emergency, including what to do if a person has a heart attack, stops breathing or begins choking. A big thank you to the CPR Counts team for giving up their time to teach us. We highly recommend attending one of their training sessions – the knowledge and confidence you gain is…

On September 20th we had our monthly get-together at #SCBC. NB4U are very lucky to have this wonderful meeting space every month and we are truly grateful. This time, over 50 Ukrainians, volunteers and sponsors came together to enjoy each other’s company and share some delicious pizza. Many thanks go to everyone who helped at the event – we really appreciate all our volunteers. We were delighted to be joined by Peppy and Nicky from #BeaconFamilyServices, wh…

A wonderful trip recently took place to the city of Worcester, just 40 minutes away by train from Birmingham. Participants had the opportunity to visit some of the city’s highlights: the Guildhall, the Tudor House Museum, and the magnificent Worcester Cathedral. The atmosphere, history, and architecture of Worcester left a lasting impression. Guests from Ukraine especially noted the warm welcome and said they would certainly return one day. The trip was a g…

On Sunday, we enjoyed an exciting trip to Sutton New Hall Mill, located not far from Sutton town centre. This historic watermill offers visitors a chance to see how grain was milled in the past and to experience the atmosphere of bygone centuries. A walk through the picturesque surroundings, along with the opportunity to step inside and learn about the mill’s history, left everyone with vivid and lasting impressions. The trip was organised by North Birmingham…

Today a large group from North Birmingham 4 Ukraine joined in the #suttoncoldfieldcommunitygames . It was very sunny and hot but we had our usual gazebos to offer shade. We all enjoyed a lovely picnic, the children had fun with all the activities, there was lots of time to relax and chat. A perfect day! We were also joined by #AndrewMitchell , #alexyip, #robpocock who expressed their support for Ukraine. Thank you to our volunteers who helped with setting…

What a fabulous way to mark the start of Refugee Week ! Our NB4U social gathering today was fun, with delicious food and great activities. We are always grateful to our brilliant volunteers but this week Kateryna was a super star organising the decorate a gingerbread person and guess the chocolates in a jar competition, thank you so much Kateryna ! Thanks also to people who donated cakes for the event. We had some exciting challenges like building the highest…

This year’s Vyshyvanka Day celebration was truly unforgettable! We not only honoured Ukrainian tradition by wearing our colourful embroidered shirts, but also marked the 3rd birthday of our NB4U community. The celebration took place in the welcoming hall of Sutton Baptist Church – a space we are deeply grateful for, and which has become a much-loved venue for our gatherings. There was plenty of delicious food to enjoy – hot dogs, ice creams, and a spectacul…

Peppy from Beacon Family Services has put together some helpful information in Ukrainian that shares thoughts and ideas around everyday parenting struggles. These reflections cover a range of topics many families encounter and offer gentle, supportive approaches. 🎒 Managing School Overwhelm Support your child when school feels like too much. Recognize the signs of overwhelm, allow time for rest, and work together to find strategies that reduce pressure and …

On Saturday 12 April our NB4U community came together to celebrate Easter. We had a wonderful time enjoying one another’s company. The children took part in Easter craft activities which were great fun. We were also joined by Caste Away who provided an interactive drama workshop. This is what they said This was our first workshop that included entire families, and it was a great! We explored experiences of coming to the UK, and we were honoured to have hear…