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28/01/12 – Urban X Radio Control Car Championship ——

Custard — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 10:54:11 +0000

Hedz are hosting the first Urban X Radio Control Car Competition in Space 2, and it promises to be an action packed day. Around 72 drivers will be competing from all over the country, with some coming from as far as Scotland. There will be six major radio car manufacturers there including Schumacher and Durango and The Gadget Show will also be filming the event.

If you fancy entering, it costs £8 and you need to have a BRCA (British Radio Car Association) card.

It is completely free to go and watch; doors open at 8am and the tournament will finish at around 4:30pm.

28/01/12 – Chitty’s Cake Company Open Day ——

Custard — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 16:09:10 +0000

To celebrate her move to the Custard Factory, Rebecca Chitty of Chitty’s Cake Company is holding an open day!

Pop in to Scott House room 417 (ask reception if unsure) between 12pm-4pm to take part in a cake decorating workshop, get a FREE cupcake and a goody bag! For more info visit the Chitty’s Cake Company website.

05/02/12 – Acoustic Bites ——

Custard — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 16:09:18 +0000

On the 5th February the Bay Leaf Restaurant will be holding a music night called ‘Acoustic Bites’. There will be a great combination of singers, muscians and spoken word artists performing. Visit the Facebook event page for more information.

09/02/12 – Bangla Food Journeys Promotion Event ——

Custard — Sun, 22 Jan 2012 10:58:34 +0000

Aftab Rahman, who runs the Bay Leaf Restaurant, has released a book called ‘Bangla Food Journeys’. It is a collection of Bangladeshi stories and recipies from people of all generations, and Aftab will be holding a promotion night at his restaurant on the 9th February.

The evening begins at 6:30pm and will include a presentation from Aftab, light refreshments and a discounted two-course meal. Guests will also recieve a free, signed copy of the book.

Places are limited, so to reserve your place email aftab.rahman1@yahoo.co.uk.

10/02/12-12/02/12 – British Animation Awards screenings ——

Custard — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 11:04:24 +0000

We’re really excited to announce that the Custard Factory will be one of the UK venues screening submissions for the British Animation Awards!

The Awards will be taking place in the Custard Factory Theatre on the 9th, 10th and 11th February. Visit the Animation Forum West Midlands website for more information and to get your tickets!

16/02/12 – Why is Painting Still Important? ——

Custard — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 16:08:52 +0000

Taking place on the 16th February at Eastside Projects, this panel discussion will unpick current ideas and ignite critical conversation about the diversity of contemporary painting practice.

It starts at 6.30pm (until 8.00pm) and it is £4 to attend, £2 concessions, free for Eastside Projects members.

For more info, visit their Facebook page.

16/02/12 – The Challenge Charity Sleep Out ——

Custard — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 16:08:32 +0000

Fancy ‘Roughing It’ with The Challenge Society to raise money for St Basil’s charity for youth homelessness?

From 7.30 pm on Thursday 16th Feb, head under the railway arches at the Custard Factory North Yard. Here you’ll build a cardboard and plastic shelter, warm yourself by the fire, soak up the atmosp…here and take part in the activities and competition we’re organising. There’s even going to be some bands doing acoustic sets! By 6am the night ends, and you’ll be on your way home.

For more info, visit the Street Dreams Facebook Page.

18/02/12 – Horror Movie Event ——

Custard — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 16:07:12 +0000

Are you a horror movie buff? You won’t want to miss this!

10/03/12 – Livewell Natural Health Fair ——

Custard — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 16:06:58 +0000

The Livewell Clinic is opening at the Custard Factory in February, and to launch they are holding a Natural Health Fair. Come and enjoy a wide range of natural therapies including Shiatsu, massage, Tai Chi and Pilates! It’s completely free to attend; register here to get your ticket.

14/03/12 – Flatpack Festival ——

Custard — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 16:05:12 +0000

One of the most exciting and innovative film festivals in the country will return in March with shows right here at the Custard Factory as well as Eastside Projects and many other venues around Birmingham. Details of the programme are starting to emerge and you can get a taste of what to expect on the Flatpack Festival website.