Events in May 2013
Poultry Master Class @ Urban Flavors
Learn how to produce wonderful tasting and eye
catching poultry recipes.
Demonstrations on basic butchery skills, as well as
preparing a whole bird ready for cooking will be included
in this master class.
You will then be able to produce a complete meal,
supreme of chicken, confit leg, wild mushrooms and
broad beans, pancetta arancini, butternut purée and a
rich jus sauce to compliment the dish.
Master class is a 4 hour session on a Wednesday evening
17.30pm-19.30pm, with each session taking place in Urban
Flavours Restaurant based at Bournville College.
Cost £25 per person per session
Styling for Success
Date: Thursday 2nd May 2013
Time: 11.30am – 3pm
Where: Bournville College Conference Centre
Price: £20 per ticket (lunch and refreshments provided)
You have the business acumen, knowledge and skills, now is the time
to learn more about how business dress has changed and what suits
you in today's hectic environment.
You don’t get a second chance to make a first impression so come along and:
• Discover which wardrobe items are key and essential for your style
• Explore latest trends in business fashion
• View quick and easy beauty tips and treatments for busy women
• Network with other successful business women
The event includes:
• Fashion show by Studio 34 and Davenports No.2
• Presentation and discussion by Libby Walton from Styling You
• Showcase by Urban Elegance Hair Salon and Urban Serenity Beauty Salon
• Opportunities to purchase fashion show items and cosmetics Libby Walton
The event will help St Mary’s Hospice raise much needed funds to support its great work.
For more information or to book a space please contact Tracee Slater on 0121 477 1937 or email tracee.slater@bournville.ac.uk.
Mentor on the Move
Social Enterprise West Midlands and Social Enterprise Mentor are holding this networking event on Thursday 2nd May.
The event is open to all with an interest or an involvement in social enterprise, a great place for social entrepreneurs, social enterprises, community projects, SMEs, funders and supports to share their stories, business practices and exchange ideas and expertise. Mentor on the Move is a series of regular, informal networking events held at various venues across the West Midlands.
For more informtion or to book a place please visit http://www.socialenterprisewm.org.uk/events/mentor-on-the-move-bournville-college-2nd-may-2013/
Open Evening - Higher Education
Our Open Days are always enjoyed by visitors because of the friendly atmosphere that we pride ourselves on. You will have an opportunity to receive advice and guidance about our higher education courses but this is also a chance for you to find out what it's like to be a student at Bournville and of course, learn more about our new state-of-the-art campus.
Meat Master Class @ Urban Flavors
Learn how to produce wonderful tasting and
eye catching meat recipes, fully garnished and
ready to eat. Our experienced chef will provide
demonstrations on basic butchery skills
focusing on boning and tying shoulder of lamb
tunnel boned and tied ready for roasting.
You will then be able to produce a meal consisting
of a loin of lamb chop, fondant potato, and
cauliflower and mint purée, spring greens with a
rich guinness jus to compliment the dish.
Master class is a 4 hour session on a Wednesday
evening 17.30pm-21.30pm. The session will take
place in Urban Flavours Restaurant based
at Bounville College.
Cost: £25 per person session.
Apprenticeship event
Are you a young person looking for an apprenticeship?
Are you an employer looking to fill apprenticeship vacancies?
Then this event is for you!
During the event we have a guest speaker discussing how young people have helped grow, market and support their business. We will also have current and previous apprentices to discuss their time on the scheme and answer any questions you may have.
For more information on becoming involved or to book your place, please complete the registration form (Click to register). Alternatively, please contact Patrick Hurst on 0121 477 1359 or email rebecca.rowe@bournville.ac.uk.
The roaring 20’s theme night
The roaring 20’s theme night – Tuesday 21st May 2013 Evening.
The catering & Hospitality students are holding a 1920’s evening with food and wine from the era.
More details to follow from our students in Catering & Hospitality, who are planning and carrying out the roaring event.
Book by phone 0121 477 1558 or Email Urban Flavours
Fish Masterclass @ Urban Flavours
Learn how to produce wonderful tasting and eye catching fish recipes, fully garnished and ready to eat*.
You will be able to prepare and cook a colourful plate of food at an affordable price. The dish includes the paupiette of plaice, beetroot puree, saffron potatoes, pea fritter and a caviar cream to finish.
Masterclass is a 4 hour session on a Wednesday
evening 5.30pm-9.30pm. The session will take
place in Urban Flavours Restaurant based
at Bounville College.
Cost: £25 per person session
*Sustainably sourced fish will be used on this course
Flavours of Spain
Sample authentic dishes and wines from Spain. The sommelier will guide you through a selection of accompanying wines, whilst you taste our delicious food.
Only £25 per person (deposit of £5 required). Book now, limited places available. Book by phone 0121 477 1558 or Email Urban Flavours
Social Media for the Modern Business and Impact on Birmingham
Bournville College is pleased to announce a series of breakfast seminars to enable businesses to keep up-to-date with current trends, changes in the market place, share best practice, meet like-minded individuals and network. They are an ideal platform for developing ideas for business growth. We are delighted to invite you to:
Social Media for the Modern Business and Impact on Birmingham
Thursday 30th May 2013 (8am – 10am)
Guest Speaker: Adam Petford, The LinkedIn Coach
This breakfast seminar will see the guest speaker, Adam Petford; discuss the benefits of investing in LinkedIn to promote your business. In particular, delegates will have the opportunity to:
• Learn how your business can benefit from implementing LinkedIn.
• Hear how investing time in LinkedIn can improve your business performance.
• Receive guidance on how to network through LinkedIn.
• Speak to Bournville College advisors about the training needs of your business and discuss an optimum route for your organisation.
Cost:
Free of charge
Refreshments:
Refreshments will be provided. Please let us know of any dietary requirements when booking.
Venue:
Project Emerge
Bournville College
6-12 Wharfside Street
Birmingham
B1 1RD
Spaces are limited and are offered on a first come first serve basis. Bookings need to be made before Tuesday 28th May 2013.
Please contact Catherine Hepton on 0121 477 1390 or email
conferencing@bournville.ac.uk
Blogging for Business
Date: Thursday 30th May
Time: 9.30-11.00
Cost: Free – spaces are strictly limited so early booking recommended
Presented by Opace
Blogging is used by many organisations to help them engage with new and existing customers, develop a "voice" to educate and inform visitors and also to boost visibility on search engines and social media. This business-focussed taster seminar from internet marketing specialist Opace will provide a practical approach to blogging for business:
• What are blogs?
• How can they help your business?
• Creating a basic blogging strategy
• Deciding on the right tools
• Keywords and content ideas
• Setting up a simple WordPress blog
• Using your blog with social media
• Using your blog for SEO
Who would benefit from the course?
• Business owners, Directors, Managers and Marketers
To book your place contact Tracee Slater on 0121 477 1937 or email
tracee.slater@bournville.ac.uk
Nails and Networking
Ladies' networking group - free express manicures, free hair consultations, vintage clothing and jewellery, cupcakes and much more.
Wine and canapes will be provided.
Please send your RSVP to kerry@edjames.co.uk
