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SUMMARY:Birmingham Theatre Project - Bravo 22 Company
DESCRIPTION:Bravo 22 Company are hosting a new theatre project in conjunction with the Birmingham Hippodrome and The Drive Project. \nThe project is open wounded injured or sick service personnel\, veterans\, Reservists and their families to take part from February – June. \nStarting with informal ‘drop in sessions’ to meet the team you will then take part in a number of rehearsals.  Following this you will then become part of four fantastic performances at the Birmingham Hippodrome. \nIf you would like to take part or find out more\, please contact Sue at The Drive Project via: sue@thedriveproject.co.uk \nAn excellent opportunity so make sure you don’t miss out! \n \n 
URL:https://www.wmrfca.org/event/birmingham-theatre-project-bravo-22-company/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190201T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190201T163000
DTSTAMP:20260615T004041
CREATED:20181217T120037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181217T120037Z
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SUMMARY:RAF at What Career Live\, Birmingham
DESCRIPTION:If you are heading to What Career Live\, Birmingham\, check out Op. VR: the RAF’s first fully-immersive VR experience. Feel the heart-leaping\, adrenaline-pumping emotions of an operation\, as you face impossible situations. See your future take flight! \nThey’ve got some of the UK’s most exciting companies looking for people just like you offering apprenticeships and jobs with ongoing training.
URL:https://www.wmrfca.org/event/raf-at-what-career-live-birmingham/
LOCATION:Birmingham NEC\, North Avenue\, Marston Green\, B40 1NT
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190120T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190120T180000
DTSTAMP:20260615T004041
CREATED:20190117T123912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190118T134739Z
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SUMMARY:1046 (Fordhouses) Squadron RAF Air Cadets Open Day
DESCRIPTION:1046 (Fordhouses) Squadron Royal Air Force Air Cadets are holding a Recruitment Open Day on 20th January in Wolverhampton. \nIf you are aged 12 (and in year 8) and over head along and find out more about joining this friendly organisation. \nWith the Air Cadets you can learn skills such as flying\, take part in adventurous training camps\, competitive sports\, music and gain new qualifications.  You’ll also make some great new friends along the way! \nMake sure you email 1046@aircadets for more information and to book your place. Times TBC – please contact the squadron for more details.
URL:https://www.wmrfca.org/event/1046-fordhouses-squadron-raf-air-cadets-open-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190116T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190116T220000
DTSTAMP:20260615T004041
CREATED:20181218T105358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181218T105358Z
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SUMMARY:Royal Marines Reserve Experience
DESCRIPTION:Experience Life as a Royal Marines Reservist by visiting our unit on Tue 16 Jan. The event is open to all aged between 14-32. Parents & Guardians welcome. \nActivities include: \nHandling the latest Operational Weapons.\nA Royal Marines Physical Training Demonstration utilising specific techniques taught in Recruit Training.\nExperience a ‘Recruit Under Training’ kit muster.\nA presentation on the Royal Marines Reserves including a tour of the facilities. \nTo find out more or book your place click here.
URL:https://www.wmrfca.org/event/royal-marines-reserve-experience/
LOCATION:HMS Forward\, Birmingham
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190108T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190108T220000
DTSTAMP:20260615T004041
CREATED:20181218T103641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181218T103641Z
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SUMMARY:Meet the Marines
DESCRIPTION:Royal Marines Reserve Birmingham will be hosting a “Meet The Marines” day on the first Tuesday of every month. \nSo come along and see the excellent facilities on offer to you as a potential Royal Marines Reservist. It is also a great way to meet serving reservists and also those who are currently undergoing training. \nIf you are interested in joining the RMR this is a great opportunity for you to ask any questions you may have and to make your first step to achieving the coveted Green Beret. \nFor more information and to book click here.
URL:https://www.wmrfca.org/event/meet-the-marines-2/
LOCATION:HMS Forward\, Birmingham
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20181215T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20181215T180000
DTSTAMP:20260615T004041
CREATED:20181129T160308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181129T160308Z
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SUMMARY:Staffordshire Regiments Museum - A Wartime Christmas
DESCRIPTION:Come along and join the soldiers and civilians from WWI and WWII as they celebrate Christmas on the front lines and at home too. Will there be a truce in the trenches? \n‘Peggy Skivvy’ will be on hand\, demonstrating what life was like on the Home Front. \nBeware… If the Luftwaffe decide to drop some unwanted Christmas presents\, you may have to take cover in our public air raid shelter !
URL:https://www.wmrfca.org/event/staffordshire-regiments-museum-a-wartime-christmas/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20181204T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20181204T213000
DTSTAMP:20260615T004041
CREATED:20181129T164209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181129T164240Z
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SUMMARY:Royal Naval Reserve Experience
DESCRIPTION:Want to keep fit\, make new friends and travel the world in your spare time? Get a taste of life as a reservist at our free Royal Naval Reserve Experience on 4 December 2018. Spaces are limited\, so make sure you register your interest in plenty of time.\nAs well as learning about the different branches and specialisms of the Naval Reserve\, you’ll get the chance to: \n– Handle the latest operational weapons\n– Hone your skills with some challenging leadership tasks\n– Introduction to the communications branch\n– Presentation on the Royal Naval reserve including tour of the facilities
URL:https://www.wmrfca.org/event/60443/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20181122T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20181122T123000
DTSTAMP:20260615T004041
CREATED:20181120T125917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181120T125917Z
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SUMMARY:Ex-Forces Employability Day
DESCRIPTION:Are you a member of the Ex-Forces who is looking for employment? \nSuited For Success are hosting an employability day for veterans to get support into work\, including one-on-one interview coaching sessions with Managers from the National Grid\, employment advice from Pertemps HM Forces Liaison Team and a free interview suit.  The event will take place at their office in Hockley\, Birmingham. \nAppointments are available but booking is essential. \nFor more information or to register to attend\, please contact: \ninfo@suitedforsuccess.co.uk or call 0121 237 7770
URL:https://www.wmrfca.org/event/ex-forces-employability-day/
LOCATION:Suited For Succes\, 55 Springhill\, Hockley\, Birmingham\, B18 7BH
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20181109T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20181109T220000
DTSTAMP:20260615T004041
CREATED:20181025T135513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181025T141505Z
UID:59807-1541788200-1541800800@www.wmrfca.org
SUMMARY:'Journey's End' film screening
DESCRIPTION:This year marks the 100th Anniversary of the end of World War 1. To commemorate this the Shropshire ABF along with Old Market Hall Theatre Shrewsbury\, and 11th Signal and West Midlands Brigade\, will be showing the moving film “ Journeys End ” on Friday the 9th November. \nThe tickets will be £25 each and are available now from the Old Market Hall Shrewsbury Box office (01743 281281). \nGuests are encouraged to join them at 18:30 for Prosecco and some WW1 Trench themed canapés. \nThere will be a presentation from Lieutenant Colonel Jones explaining the last 100 days of the War and giving accounts from troops who served in the Campaign before the film is screened at 20:00. \nMilitary Guests are invited to wear mess kit and civilian guests can either wear smart dress or casual.
URL:https://www.wmrfca.org/event/journeys-end-film-screening/
LOCATION:Old Market Hall Theatre Shrewsbury
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20181106T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20181106T170000
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CREATED:20180927T150342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180927T150342Z
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SUMMARY:Birmingham Poppy Day
DESCRIPTION:This year will be the 5th Annual Birmingham Poppy Day and will see Service personnel from all three services collecting on the streets in Birmingham city centre\, New Street train station and the Queens Elizabeth Hospital. There will also be military bands entertaining the crowds within the city centre. Visit the link below to find out more about what is happening and how your business can get involved and support the event.
URL:https://www.wmrfca.org/event/birmingham-poppy-day/
LOCATION:Birmingham\, Birmingham
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20181102T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20181102T120000
DTSTAMP:20260615T004041
CREATED:20181101T100921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181101T100921Z
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SUMMARY:Staffordshire Regiment Museum Coffee Morning
DESCRIPTION:11th Signal  and West Midlands Brigade would like to invite you to join them at the Staffordshire Regiment Museum for a special coffee morning\, to raise funds for the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal. \nYou will get the chance to view the spectacular ‘Deborah II’\, as featured on Channel 4’s documentary ‘Guy Martin’s WWI Tank’. Please join them from 10am – midday for refreshments and an exclusive look around this unique exhibit. \nStephen MacHaye from the Norfolk Tank Museum will be on hand to answer any questions you may have on the tank and its use\, whilst museum guides will then happily guide you down the trenches to look at what life was like for the British Tommies on the front line. \nPlease RSVP to the Museum Curator Danielle Crozier on curator@staffordshireregimentmuseum.com
URL:https://www.wmrfca.org/event/staffordshire-regiment-museum-coffee-morning/
LOCATION:The Staffordshire Regiment Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20181028T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20181028T220000
DTSTAMP:20260615T004041
CREATED:20181016T103245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181016T104204Z
UID:59544-1540756800-1540764000@www.wmrfca.org
SUMMARY:War and Peace: A concert in aid of the Royal British Legion
DESCRIPTION:St James’s Singers are presenting music and readings to commemorate the end of World War One on Sunday October 28th in the Collegiate Church of St Mary\, Warwick starting at 8.00pm. \nThe concert is aiming to raise funds to support the Royal British Legion and the invaluable work they do.  The choir will perform a varied programme of music\, supported by Fine Arts Brass\, complemented by readings from actor Kim Durham which will reflect on the serious and sombre side of war as well as celebrating the comradeship\, heroism and humour which saw the troops through their ordeals. \nThe concert both opens and closes with a focus on peace.  In between will be some words from the war poets\, who so powerfully captured the horrors of war\, accounts from soldiers and extracts from the  Wipers Times.  There will be music to suit all tastes\, including a jazzy ‘1918 Suite’ from the Fine Arts Brass\, an opportunity to join the choir with a medley of classic war songs\, together with pieces by Bach and Purcell\, John Ireland’s anthem ‘Greater love hath no man’ and the fanfare Sunset. \nTickets are available now from the St James’s Singers box office on 07502 939498 at £17.50 and £12.50 with advance booking recommended to secure your seat.  Children’s tickets are all £5. \nTickets will be available on the door\, but those will be unreserved seats. \nDoors open at 7.20pm. The concert will finish by 10.00pm. \n 
URL:https://www.wmrfca.org/event/war-and-peace-a-concert-in-aid-of-the-royal-british-legion/
LOCATION:Collegiate Church of St Mary\, Warwick
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20181015T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20181015T100000
DTSTAMP:20260615T004041
CREATED:20180928T090204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180928T090350Z
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SUMMARY:Staffordshire Networking Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Join Staffordshire Chambers of Commerce and West Midland Reserve Forces and Cadets Association for an insightful networking breakfast event in October. \nThe event will host presentations from members of the Navy\, Army and Royal Air Force to highlight the benefits and unique talents you can bring to your workplace by hiring veterans\, Reservists and other members of the Armed Forces community.  You’ll have a fantastic opportunity to network with guests\, enjoy breakfast and hear employers speak from experience. \nTo register your interest please visit the Chamber’s website here.
URL:https://www.wmrfca.org/event/networking-breakfast/
LOCATION:Commerce House\, Stoke-on-Trent\, ST1 5BE
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20181012T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20181012T220000
DTSTAMP:20260615T004041
CREATED:20180928T095137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180928T095137Z
UID:59128-1539370800-1539381600@www.wmrfca.org
SUMMARY:Shropshire Regimental Museum Talks | How the Allies won WW1
DESCRIPTION:Professor Gary Sheffield will be introducing his lecture “How the Allies won the First World War in 1918” at an inspiring talk held at the Copthorne Barracks Army Reserve Centre. \nThere will be drinks from 19:00 with the lecture starting at 19:30.  You can find out more about the event and how to book tickets here.
URL:https://www.wmrfca.org/event/shropshire-regimental-museum-talks-how-the-allies-won-ww1/
LOCATION:Copthorne Barracks\, Shrewsbury
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20181008T194500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20181009T223000
DTSTAMP:20260615T004041
CREATED:20180822T101738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180822T101824Z
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SUMMARY:Unspoken
DESCRIPTION:“Unspoken”\, a production based on the real-life stories of the Bravo 22 Company\, will be performed at Birmingham Hippodrome on the 8th and 9th October. \nThe play\, performed by ex-Service personnel\, brings to light the lives interrupted and changed forever by war\, in a heart-wrenching and hilarious story of love\, loss\, loneliness and hope. \nAlongside the performances\, Bravo 22 Company is also running a theatre workshop on 9th October for up to 30 local participants from the wounded\, injured and sick (WIS) and veteran communities\, including family members. The workshop provides an opportunity for participants to meet and talk with Unspoken cast members\, chat with the Production Team about how using their own story can help benefit their recovery and wellbeing\, watch some cast members perform short monologues from the play\, and take part in some games and exercises straight from the professional rehearsal room\, to help with confidence and to have a bit of fun. \nBravo 22 Company is recruiting now for the workshop\, so if you are a wounded\, injured or sick Service man or woman\, a veteran or family member living in Birmingham or the West Midlands\, and would like to get involved in the Birmingham Bravo 22 Company Theatre Project in 2019 – then come along to a FREE taster workshop and receive 1 free ticket to the Unspoken Performance at 7:45pm that evening! \nMore details about the production can be found on the Hippodrome’s website here. \nFor more information or to confirm attendance with the workshop\, please email info@thedriveproject.co.uk
URL:https://www.wmrfca.org/event/unspoken/
LOCATION:Birmingham Hippodrome
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180930T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180930T160000
DTSTAMP:20260615T004041
CREATED:20180928T092716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180928T093307Z
UID:59123-1538301600-1538323200@www.wmrfca.org
SUMMARY:Gaydon Military Show
DESCRIPTION:The British Motor Museum is hosting a special military show to explore military history through the decades. \nThere will be a huge range of activities to enjoy including military vehicle displays\, Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) activities for children\, live music and classic wartime hits\, re-enactment history displays and a performance by the Warwickshire and West Midlands Army Cadet Force Corps of Drums – and much more! \nYou can find out more about the event via the Museum’s website here.
URL:https://www.wmrfca.org/event/gaydon-military-show/
LOCATION:British Motor Museum\, CV35 0BJ
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180923T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180923T150000
DTSTAMP:20260615T004041
CREATED:20180717T101258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180717T101426Z
UID:57080-1537700400-1537714800@www.wmrfca.org
SUMMARY:Mancetter Big Day Out
DESCRIPTION:North Warwickshire Borough Council is holding a World War I themed celebration event to commemorate the 100 year anniversary of the end of the war. The event will take place at Mancetter Recreation Ground off Brook Walk on Sunday 23 September from 11:00 to 15:00. \nThe family event is being organised by the Council in partnership with Veterans Contact Point and is supported by various charities and organisations including Help for Heroes\, the Royal British Legion\, local cadet forces and 30th Signal Regiment from Gamecock Barracks.  It is hoped that the event will highlight the experiences of some of the 7\,500 North Warwickshire veterans and raise awareness of the support services available should they need them. \nThe military theme will be present throughout the event with interactive activities\, displays\, music\, food\, stalls\, clothing\, equipment and vehicles. A military themed dog show will take place alongside free camouflage face painting\, bouncy castles\, and an inflatable assault course. For further information\, and for anyone wishing to register to have a free stall\, please visit www.northwarks.gov.uk/bdo and select Mancetter Big Day Out.
URL:https://www.wmrfca.org/event/mancetter-big-day-out/
LOCATION:Mancetter Recreation Ground
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180915T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180915T150000
DTSTAMP:20260615T004041
CREATED:20180817T110651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180817T110651Z
UID:58197-1537012800-1537023600@www.wmrfca.org
SUMMARY:Gheluvelt Park Drumhead Service
DESCRIPTION:Join the Worcestershire Lord Lieutenant at Gheluvelt Park for an outdoor service of remembrance\, music\, parade of standards and an Act of Commemoration. \nThe final part of the ceremony will be to create a spectacle of ceramic poppies\, purchased by people across the county after the Tower of London art installation in 2014\, and brought to Ghleuvelt Park for this day. Everyone who has a poppy is encouraged to bring it with them and hold it aloft at the given signal. \nFind out more about the event here.
URL:https://www.wmrfca.org/event/gheluvelt-park-drumhead-service/
LOCATION:Gheluvelt Park
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180914T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180914T223000
DTSTAMP:20260615T004041
CREATED:20180817T111115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180817T111115Z
UID:58200-1536953400-1536964200@www.wmrfca.org
SUMMARY:Concert by the Band of the Grenadier Guards
DESCRIPTION:The Band of the Grenadier Guards will be performing at Worcester Cathedral on September 14th 2018 at 7.30pm. \n\nThis year marks 100 years since the end of World War One. To commemorate this occasion the world acclaimed Band of the Grenadier Guards will be performing a concert on Friday 14th September at 7.30pm\, followed by a Drumhead service at Gheluvelt Park\, Worcester on Saturday 15th September at 12.30pm. \nMore details about the event can be found here.
URL:https://www.wmrfca.org/event/concert-by-the-band-of-the-grenadier-guards/
LOCATION:Worcester Cathedral
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180916
DTSTAMP:20260615T004041
CREATED:20180412T100622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180412T100622Z
UID:14763-1536796800-1537055999@www.wmrfca.org
SUMMARY:Exercise Reserve Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Running in partnership with the Army\, Royal Air Force\, local businesses and employers from the West Midlands\, the exercise focuses on leadership development and confidence training. \nParticipants will also gain valuable insight into the Reserve Forces and see how the skills you can learn as a Reservist can be utilised in your civilian workplace. \nWhy not get together a team from your business or organisation and take on this fantastic challenge? A great team-building experience and chance to test your skills in a different environment. \nPlease contact Lieutenant Colonel Richard Jones on richard.jones492@mod.gov.uk for more details. \n 
URL:https://www.wmrfca.org/event/exercise-reserve-challenge-3/
LOCATION:RAF Cosford\, Albrighton\, Wolverhampton\, WV7 3EX\, United Kingdom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180911T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180911T210000
DTSTAMP:20260615T004041
CREATED:20180817T105343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180817T105343Z
UID:58193-1536694200-1536699600@www.wmrfca.org
SUMMARY:485 Harborne & Quinton Air Training Corps Open Evening
DESCRIPTION:An excellent opportunity for youngsters around the Quinton\, Harborne and surrounding areas of Birmingham to find out more about their local Air Cadets 485 Harborne & Quinton Air Training Corps. \nPop along to their open evening on the 11th September to find out more about the brilliant activities they offer\, what new skills you could learn and meet their friendly cadets and staff. \nExamples of the types of activities they currently offer are:\n– Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme at all levels\n– Adventurous Training\n– Flying and Gliding\n– BTEC qualifications\n– First Aid\n– Camps in the UK and abroad \n\nTheir open evening evening will start at 19:30/19:45 and finish at 21:00. \nPlease contact the squadron on 0121 428 4848 or email oc.485@aircadets.org for more information.
URL:https://www.wmrfca.org/event/485-harborne-quinton-air-training-corps-open-evening/
LOCATION:Tennal Grange\, Tennal Road\, Harborne\, B32 2HX
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180807T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180807T220000
DTSTAMP:20260615T004041
CREATED:20180725T095344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180725T095344Z
UID:57738-1533670200-1533679200@www.wmrfca.org
SUMMARY:Meet the Marines
DESCRIPTION:The Royal Marines Reserve Birmingham are hosting a ‘Meet the Marines’ event on the first Tuesday of every month. \nThe events are an ideal opportunity to find out more about the Royal Marines Reserve\, meet members of the detachment and have a look at the excellent training facilities on offer to you. The next event takes place on the 7th August – please visit their Facebook page for more information here.
URL:https://www.wmrfca.org/event/meet-the-marines/
LOCATION:HMS Forward\, Birmingham
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180731T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180731T210000
DTSTAMP:20260615T004041
CREATED:20180718T094554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180718T094554Z
UID:57088-1533067200-1533070800@www.wmrfca.org
SUMMARY:Birmingham Troop Insight Night
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in finding out more about the Army Reserve and the opportunities with 48 Signal Squadron? \nVisit them during their drill night on Tuesday 31st July at Golden Hillock Road Army Reserve Centre. \nThis evening is for applicants and potential applicants to find out more about the Army Reserve and in particular 48 Signal Squadron. It will cover the opportunities available to Reservists\, training\, commitment\, pay\, adventure training etc as well as the chance to meet serving Army Reserve soldiers. \nIf you wish to attend please email Sergeant Shaw to book a place: David.shaw713@mod.gov.uk \nMore details can be found via their Facebook page here. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.wmrfca.org/event/birmingham-troop-insight-night/
LOCATION:Army Reserve Centre\, Golden Hillock Road
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180707T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180707T160000
DTSTAMP:20260615T004041
CREATED:20180515T124601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180620T141530Z
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SUMMARY:"Be inspired" Service awareness day
DESCRIPTION:West Midland RFCA are working with the Association of Jamaican Nations (Birmingham) UK\, the Royal Navy\, Army and Royal Air Force to highlight the benefits of  being part of the Uniformed Services. \nIf you are 15 – 35 and looking for an exciting and rewarding career the Services Awareness Day has been designed to highlight the range of excellent and diverse career opportunities in your Uniformed Services. \nThe event will bring together members of the Armed Forces and local Emergency Services – Police\, Fire and Ambulance. \nThe day will provide interesting and life changing career information for your future and will include presentations\, workshops and practical activities as well as the opportunity to speak with Service personnel and find out what life is like in the different services. \nWest Midlands Metro Mayor\, Dr Andy Street will be in attendance along with motivational speaker Barrington Patterson and ex-Aston Villa football player Mark Walters. \nDon’t miss out – places are limited to this free event which includes a buffet lunch. So\, take control of your future and register your place today. More details and how to register can be found here.
URL:https://www.wmrfca.org/event/be-inspired-service-awareness-day/
LOCATION:Villa Park\, Trinity Road\, Birmingham\, B6 6HE
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180704T153000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180704T180000
DTSTAMP:20260615T004041
CREATED:20180412T104728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180412T104728Z
UID:14785-1530718200-1530727200@www.wmrfca.org
SUMMARY:Tile Cross Academy Armed Forces Day Fete
DESCRIPTION:An afternoon of displays and activities with a military theme including TS Stirling Sea Cadets.
URL:https://www.wmrfca.org/event/tile-cross-academy-armed-forces-day-fete/
LOCATION:Tile Cross Academy\, Gressel Lane\, Birmingham\, B33 9UF
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180703T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180703T093000
DTSTAMP:20260615T004041
CREATED:20180523T151618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180523T151618Z
UID:55376-1530604800-1530610200@www.wmrfca.org
SUMMARY:Military Business Breakfast with Aston University Engineering Academy
DESCRIPTION:You are warmly invited to join your local Military team for a Business Breakfast with Aston University Engineering Academy. \nAs part of the event you will be treated to a Free Full English or Continental Breakfast. The address for the Breakfast is Aston University Engineering Academy\, 1 Lister Street\, Birmingham\, B7 4AG \nBreakfast will be followed by a short talk by Major Sandy Hennis\, who was part of the inspiration Exercise Ice Maiden team who recently returned from their epic Antarctic challenge. \nThe event will provide a brilliant opportunity to: \n\nMeet an Ice Maiden!\nNetwork with other local employers\nGain a better understanding of your Armed Forces in your Community\nTalk to serving Military personnel\nFind out how your organisation can benefit from the skills and personal attributes brought by Service leavers and Reservists.\n\nFor full details and to book your place please contact Lieutenant Colonel Richard Jones at richard.jones492@mod.gov.uk \nEvent finish time TBC.
URL:https://www.wmrfca.org/event/military-business-breakfast-with-aston-university-engineering-academy/
LOCATION:B7 4AG\, Aston University Engineering Academy\, 1 Lister Street\, Birmingham\, B7 4AG\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180702T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180702T140000
DTSTAMP:20260615T004041
CREATED:20180515T124203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180613T123205Z
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SUMMARY:Veterans Job Fayre\, Birmingham
DESCRIPTION:Working together with the West Midland Reserve Forces & Cadets Association\, The Royal British Legion will be hosting a unique event for Veterans of all ages. A large number of regional and local employers from the West Midlands will be in attendance and offering active jobs on the day to Veterans who are seeking new employment. \nThe Pop-in Centre in Birmingham is the Legion’s flagship centre in the West Midlands and the event is being hosted in partnership with our Association. The Pop-in Centre is the ‘go to’ place for all Veterans seeking support in the region. \nThere will be free refreshments for attendees and employers on the day. There will also be access to 4 confidential meeting rooms should employers wish to interview or have a quiet chat with job-seeking Veterans on the day. All Veterans are being asked to bring CV’s to the event and support will be provided on the day for any Veterans who may need support back in to employment\, either through access to free training grants\, or one to one support from our charitable partners. \nWe’re hoping to be joined by local and regional press who are keen to see what is being done locally to support Armed Forces Veterans back in to employment. \nWe look forward to welcoming you! \n  \nFor employers wanting to be part of the event please contact dfairclough@britishlegion.org.uk \nFor Veterans wishing to attend the event\, you can turn up on the day\, or please feel free to email westmidlands@britishlegion.org.uk for further information. \n 
URL:https://www.wmrfca.org/event/veterans-job-fayre-birmingham/
LOCATION:The RBL Pop-in Centre\, New Street\, Birmingham\, B2 4BA
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180701T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180701T170000
DTSTAMP:20260615T004041
CREATED:20180412T105004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180412T105004Z
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SUMMARY:Dudley Armed Forces Day
DESCRIPTION:This free event offers fun for all the family\, including an archery range\, paint ball gallery\, ex-military vehicle display and vintage children’s rides. \nTo mark the centenary of the end of WW1 and RAF 100 the event will include a variety of performances from youth marching bands as well as the RAF Cosford Voluntary Band. Highlights include a veterans badge presentation and an opportunity to meet regiments from across the region. \nThere will also be a vintage fair provided by Halfpenny Green antique and vintage centre\, World War history talks and military exhibitions.
URL:https://www.wmrfca.org/event/dudley-armed-forces-day/
LOCATION:Himley Hall & Park\, Himley\, Dudley\, DY3 4DF
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180701T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180701T180000
DTSTAMP:20260615T004041
CREATED:20180412T102721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180412T103133Z
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SUMMARY:Armed Forces Parade in the Park
DESCRIPTION:Family day of celebration including a full military parade and drumhead service. Parade includes a veterans\, serving military and cadets\, with family members invited to parade wearing medals of lost love ones. \n\n\nFollowing the service\, an afternoon of musical entertainment from the wartime era. \n\n\nThere will be military displays\, military vehicles\, army climbing walls and various military displays. VIP’s from all over Staffordshire are invited and last years event attracted in excess of 4000 visitors .
URL:https://www.wmrfca.org/event/armed-forces-parade-in-the-park/
LOCATION:Longton Park\, Queens Park Avenue\, Stoke-on-Trent\, ST3 4AU\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180630T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180630T223000
DTSTAMP:20260615T004041
CREATED:20180412T145733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180412T145733Z
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SUMMARY:Pershore Armed Forces Day Concert
DESCRIPTION:March through town from assembly point in Abbey car park to The Angel Inn & Posting House. Following the march there will be:\n– Pig Roast / BBQ\n– Military Band\n– 1940’s singers\n– Dance Band\n– Firework finale
URL:https://www.wmrfca.org/event/pershore-armed-forces-day-concert/
LOCATION:9 High Street\, Pershore\, WR10 1AF
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