Get together in the Midlands

Want to celebrate International Women's Day but not sure about hosting your own event? Why not attend an event happening in a region near you.

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An evening of comedy

Join the Oxjam Brum team for a night of comedy with comedians Naomi Paul, Annette Fagon, Leanne Stoddart and Steph Loftus. The event raises money and awareness for the Oxfam Get Together, and takes place on 8th March 2012 from 8pm at The Victoria, 48 John Bright Street, Birmingham, B1 1BN. Tickets are £5 in advance (more on the door). To purchase tickets, contact Abi on 0121 634 3611 or visit the website.

Celebrating women

On 8th March 2012, the Asian Foundation for Philanthropy are celebrating ‘ordinary women, who have led extraordinary lives’ in conjunction with Oxfam. The event features 3 inspirational women speakers and takes place at the Flamingo Bar and Grill, 179-183 Loughborough Road, Leicester, LE4 5LR between 6-8pm. Entry is free and a buffet meal is provided – RSVP to Bhakti.Deodhar@affp.org.uk/0207 065 0792 by 5th March.

Women's networking event

The ladies of Investment Sense are holding an informal networking event. Join them on Friday 9th March 2012 between 10am -12 noon at Lace Market House, 54-56 High Pavement, Lace Market, Nottingham, NG1 1HW. Tickets cost £10, all of which goes to the Oxfam Get Together. For more information and to purchase tickets, you can visit the Investment sense website.

Connecting women, Inspiring Futures

Show your support for the Oxfam Get Together on 12th March 2012 at Burntwood Youth Centre, (Chasetown, WS7 4RJ) between 12-4pm with cake baking, craft making, and much more. There will be sports sessions at Burntwood Leisure Centre from 2-4pm, including Zumba and Street Cheer. The event is free, all women of any age are welcome. Contact Jenni Williams: 01543308835, jenni.williams@lichfielddc.gov.uk