Together in Solihull is a series of collaborative events showcasing and celebrating the work of Solihull Council, local schools and colleges, faith and voluntary sector groups and community organisations in supporting newly arrived-communities to our town.

Monday 19th June 17:00 to 20:00, Together in Solihull Festival, The Core, Solihull, B91 3RG

 A celebration of the contribution, creativity, and diversity of the many different cultures and ethnicities that make up our unique town.

Featuring:

• Ukrainian folk band Muha
• Hong Kong opera
• Theatre from Company Apidae
• Bhangra from Sohan Kailey
• Exhibits celebrating new communities in Solihull including artwork from Ukraine, South Asia, Afghanistan, and Hong Kong
• Photography by celebrated Hong Kong photographer, Wan Lyun
• A Migration Blanket co-created with asylum seekers and refugees, led by award-winning Artist Salma Zulfiqar, Founder and Director of ARTconnects
• Knitted mural produced jointly by Hong Kong BNO and English women from Shirley celebrating their respective cultures and commonalities
• A personal portfolio of thought-provoking artwork and paintings by a family of British-Ukrainians

A multi-faceted programme to entertain, educate and inspire.