Looking for a space to connect, create, and engage in meaningful conversations? Bearwood Community Hub have created the Urban Room at Smethwick Library and they are calling all residents and community members to participate in exciting activities that will spark creativity and inspire collaboration. Whether you’re looking to explore new ideas, get involved in local projects, or simply meet new people, there’s something for everyone.
What’s Happening?
Join the Urban Room hosts for regular creative activities during term time, held every Tuesday from 10am to 5pm and Friday from 10am to 3pm until the end of March 2025. These sessions are designed to bring the community together to think, create, and contribute to shaping the future of Smethwick.
Special Events with Renowned Urban Designer Laura Alvarez
On 11 February, 28 February, and 4 March, we’ll be joined by Laura Alvarez, a renowned Urban Designer, for a series of interactive engagement activities. Together, we’ve developed a special focus on the idea of a Child Friendly City. This work is connected to Sam Harman’s Go Play Sandwell project, which aims to secure the prestigious UNICEF Child Friendly City award. Through these activities, we’ll explore how to make Smethwick a more inclusive, welcoming, and child-friendly place for all. This is a great opportunity to share your thoughts and contribute to the future development of our borough.
For more information visit https://www.bearwood.cc/urbanroom.
Special Community Event: Go Deep Smethwick
On Saturday 25 January (11am – 4pm) and Sunday, 26 January (1pm – 3pm), we’re bringing the award-winning Go Deep community-building approach to Smethwick for the first time. Go Deep is all about coming together as a community to share our dreams, skills, and vision for the future. It’s a fun and dynamic weekend of collaboration, where groups play together to uncover and celebrate the talents that make Smethwick unique.
Whether you’re a local resident, parent, young person, or someone new to the area, you’re invited to join us for these exciting events. It’s your chance to be part of something special and have your voice heard as we work together to build a better, more connected community.
For more information, visit https://www.bearwood.cc/whatson/2025/urban-room-go-deep.
The Smethwick Urban Room is run by Bearwood Community Hub. It has been designed and built by Parakeet Studio and is funded by the West Midlands Combined Authority, in partnership with Sandwell Council and Black Country Touring.
