As well as all the beach balls there is often a wall of Costco water outside Bob shops, what's the reason for this? Is it something cheap with a large mark up that is easy to cycle for money laundering?

If places in Birmingham were being cast as fictional characters in a drama based purely on the place name, what characters do you envisage them being:

Here's a couple that we initially thought of:

'Handsworth' - a gropey uncle type. Everyone knows him to be a 'bit of a menace' but don't want to cause a fuss. Occasionally he is seen sporting an unexplained black eye.

'Moseley' - a nefarious conman with a moustache

'Perry Barr' - an snooty barrister. Possibly corrupt.

'Acocks Green' - a police detective. Drives a vintage car. Has an alcohol dependancy and a cool jacket.

Hi all,

I seem to have an endless supply of cardboard boxes and bottles around my house, and I’m thinking, I can’t be the only one.

How are you guys dealing with it? Are you booking regular tip runs?

Hi all,

I'm an enthusiast looking to expand my collection, but no idea where to go locally. Most of the chain stores have tiny plush and/or terrible quality. Is there anywhere good out there left?

Thanks

I'll be coming to Dudley and Kingswinford next week and will be staying in Travelodges and Premier Inns while I'm there.

What cheap but healthy food options do I have for finding food? Nothing too spicy please! Is there anywhere that would do a good jacket potato in the evening for example?

i’ve lived in birmingham all my life but haven’t noticed any particular events or queer areas beyond pride and the gay village which seems to be all bars. i don’t do well in the bars because as a pakistani girl i don’t really blend in and i often feel left out

i feel like a lot of brummies are just very homophobic (likely the people i’m surrounded by) and it really upsets me. i just really feel like i’m lacking community and would love to meet people. i’m thinking coffee morning/book club kind of vibes but queer based because i’m a lesbian. any suggestions would be appreciated!

I'm visiting from the U.S. and I'd like to purchase some of Ozzy’s Patient No 9 beer to take home. Does anyone know where I can find it near New St Station?

Hi ive fallen on hard times and currently dont have a support network around me as im living in a supported HMO which restricts any form of income.

I was wondering if theres anyone kind enough to arrange a carepackage for me.

Ideally tinned /long life meals and possibly a hot meal to keep me going for today would really be appreciated. Im currently low on the basic essentials like shower gel and toothpaste. Ive attempted to contact local foodbank but really struggling to get hold of anyone for today

Im currently really low on food as my UC hasnt been enough to cover my basic needs this month due to travelling for an interview quite far out.

Honestly would really appreciate any help rn

Hey i am M21 recently moved to Birmingham because of work and now i am looking forward to make some good friends here

My hobbies are snooker , swimming, nature exploring and long drives etc like i can plan just want a good company tbh so hmu if u share same interests

Thanks

The supported exempt accommodation sector is rampant with fraud, exploitation and profiteering.

20% of the country’s most vulnerable tenants are in Birmingham.

We are the epicentre of this crisis - and neighbourhoods like Winson Green, Handsworth and Erdington are at the centre of this crisis.

Tonight, Panorama on BBC1 at 8pm exposes the scale of the sector in our city.

Me and my colleague Cllr Bernasconi have been speaking up about this for years. Now, we’re happy it’s getting national coverage.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cm62y80yxw9vo

I recently got into cider making. Turns out I'm actually pretty good at it and I've started scaling up production to 30 litres a batch. Now I need a supply of apples to match.

I live in Oldbury close to Birmingham and I'm looking for local orchards or farms within reasonable driving distance that will sell cider apples by the box.

Fortunately I love a good old fashioned scrumpy so I'm not fussed about what specific apples I can get. Just the idea of making fresh cider from local apples is super appealing and I want to get my hands on some!

I've not had much luck browsing online. But then I imagine these types of businesses rely on local custom.

If anyone has any leads that would be super helpful!

Hi everyone, as of 30 minutes ago, my agency’s assignment was terminated. I can get into the details if interested but that’s not why i’m here.

I need your guys’ help to find another job as soon as possible as i am here on my own, no family or anywhere else to go. I need the job start date as soon as possible as bills and rent need paying. Preferably with weekly pay. If not bills and rent can be sorted out, no problem with some favours to ask.

Please please please, send anything you have my way. I am a software engineer, have plenty of experience in customer service roles such as barista, sandwich artist, call handler etc. also worked in warehouses before, ASSA ABLOY security systems installer and also have EXTENSIVE IT skills when it comes to hardware and software troubleshooting. ANYTHING will do, this is a cry for help. Thank you

EDIT: male 27, from Cyprus, living in Smethwick area.

For least stressful/busy travelling and avoiding delays. If you had to work in Broad Street for 7hrs per day during office hours-ish and travelling into Brum by train via New Street - which hours would you choose?
Is it better to get in early and work 8-3 or wait and do 10-5?
Thanks for any tips

Let’s set the scene it’s 10:15pm the Aston expressway is closed in and out of the city. The only way is the Lichfield road. Every driver is sat in the right hand lane causing tail backs. I passed every car and even a few police cars using the bus lane because I can after 7pm. How do people get a license?

at mac birmingham in edgbaston i have two tickets to the debut at 6:30pm - unfortunately i cannot make it so i might as well giveaway

Might be a longshot and/or a silly question, but does anyone know of any bonfire night events that just have the bonfire without the fireworks?

I’m a yank who’s lived up north for several years - relocated to this lovely place not long ago. I’m simply enamored, especially after reading the city’s history in your museum downtown.

Outside of the MeetUp app, any ideas on how to find special interest groups, casual get togethers, and cultural goings on?

Bonus points if you can point towards any communities with other Americans too. We have Thanksgiving coming up in late November, and I’m so home sick.

Love what y’all have done with the place! <3

I want to start volunteering. I care about many different areas deeply so I would want to get involved wherever possible, and because I am open to most organisations, I was wondering if anyone knows any specific charities that are in need of more support?

I can focus my attention to applying there as a priority. Thanks in advance!