Hello Solihull 💙

Half-term is wrapping up, but that doesn’t mean the fun has to stop! When you want a couple of solid plans in the diary (without the “what are going to do this week?”) we’ve got you covered!

Here’s your quick hit for the week ahead: a brilliant family show, a couple of easy “get out the house” ideas, and the key local updates worth knowing.

In today’s edition:

• A big heads-up for Knowle Library users (final session + closures)
• A proper feel-good family show lands at The Core (Thu–Sat)
• Fitness people: a big industry event at the NEC (Wed–Thu)
• Solihull Moors on the road twice this week
• Weekend bonus: the National Wedding Show is in town

— Max

Knowle Library: final session + some closures this week

If you (or someone in your family) uses Knowle Library, here’s the key update:

• The final library session from the Royal British Legion is Monday 23 February (10:00am–12:00pm)
• Then there are closures across the week (so it’s worth checking before you pop over)

If you’re in Knowle / Dorridge / Bentley Heath, this is one of those “save yourself a wasted trip” notices.

👉 More info: https://www.solihull.gov.uk/libraries/knowle-library

A little heads-up for classical music fans 🎻

A small but useful one: from 28 February 2026, Solihull libraries will no longer offer access to Medici.tv (the classical music/performances platform).

If you use it — get your bookmarks and “watchlist” sorted before the end of the month.

👉 More info: https://www.solihull.gov.uk/libraries/247-library

If you’ve got a birthday, half-term treat, or “bring something nice” moment coming up, this week’s sponsor Build Your Bake is one to know. They make custom brownies, rocky roads, cupcakes (and more) — perfect for gifting, sharing at work, or just stocking up for the weekend. Order is simple: drop them a message on Facebook and they’ll sort the details with you.

👉 Click here to order / enquire: https://www.facebook.com/buildyourbake

The week’s “take the kids / take a mate” pick: The SpongeBob Musical 🌊🍍

If you want something that feels like a proper outing (without going into Birmingham), this is a great one.

The SpongeBob Musical is on at The Core from Thursday 26 February to Saturday 28 February — bright, funny, and genuinely family-friendly (plus there’s a Saturday matinee).

If you’ve got kids, nieces/nephews, or you’re just in the mood for something cheerful… it’s a strong shout.

👉 Tickets & times: https://www.thecoretheatresolihull.co.uk/whats-on/all-shows/the-spongebob-musical/

(Events marked (Tickets / £) may require booking — double-check details before heading out.)

Studio Kavachi Art Workshop – Tree of Life | Wed 25 Feb (10:15am–12:45pm) (Tickets / £)
Location: The Courtyard Gallery (The Core / Touchwood)
Description: A one-off folk-art workshop with all materials included — a lovely midweek reset.
More info / book: https://www.thecoretheatresolihull.co.uk/whats-on/all-shows/studio-kavachi-art-workshop-tree-of-life/27834/

The SpongeBob Musical | Thu 26 – Sat 28 Feb (7:30pm + Sat 2:30pm matinee) (Tickets / £)
Location: The Core Theatre
Description: Colourful, upbeat, and ideal for a “let’s do something” night.
More info / tickets: https://www.thecoretheatresolihull.co.uk/whats-on/all-shows/the-spongebob-musical/

Line Dancing | Thu 26 Feb (Tickets / £)
Location: The Core (Studio)
Description: Fun, light, and surprisingly addictive — no experience needed.
More info / book: https://www.thecoretheatresolihull.co.uk/whats-on/all-shows/line-dancing/27716

PerformX Live | Wed 25 – Thu 26 Feb (Tickets / £)
Location: The NEC
Description: A big fitness industry event (talks, trends, networking) — if you’re into training, coaching, gyms, or just fitness culture, it’s a proper “interesting to wander around” one.
More info / tickets: https://www.thenec.co.uk/whats-on/performx-live

The National Wedding Show | Sat 28 Feb – Sun 1 Mar (Tickets / £)
Location: The NEC
Description: Hundreds of suppliers + runway shows + planning inspo — even if you’re “just browsing,” it’s a fun day out.
More info / tickets: https://www.thenec.co.uk/whats-on/national-wedding-show/

Solihull Moors vs Woking | Wed 25 Feb (7:45pm) (Tickets / £)
Location: Away
Fixture info: https://www.solihullmoorsfc.co.uk/matches/first-team/fixtures/

Scunthorpe United vs Solihull Moors | Sat 28 Feb (3:00pm) (Tickets / £)
Location: Away
Fixture info: https://www.solihullmoorsfc.co.uk/matches/first-team/fixtures/

Birmingham & Solihull Bees vs Harbury | Sat 28 Feb (KO TBC) (Tickets / £)
Location: Forshaw Heath Lane, B94 5LH
Fixture info: https://www.beesrugby.com/teams/119846/fixtures-results

Brueton parkrun | Every Saturday 9:00am (FREE) — run, jog, walk, pushchair-friendly
More info: https://www.parkrun.org.uk/brueton/

Solihull: A Journey Through Time | Until Sat 28 Feb (FREE)
A photo-history exhibition (great little add-on if you’re already in town)
More info: https://www.thecoretheatresolihull.co.uk/whats-on/all-shows/surreal-solihull-outdoor-exhibition/27467

• Bin collections: https://digital.solihull.gov.uk/BinCollectionCalendar/
• Council news + updates: https://www.solihull.gov.uk/news
• Travel disruptions (West Midlands): https://disruptions.tfwm.org.uk/

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