Tag Archives: David Rollason

WWB performs in the park for KHARnival

Posted on July 22, 2018 by David Rollason

There was definitely a party going on around the Orchard in Highbury Park this sunny afternoon. The Kings Heath Action for Refugees summer event ‘KHARnival’ comprised a variety of events including members of Writers Without Borders who had been invited … Continue reading →

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The Moseley Bog Blog

Posted on July 7, 2018 by David Rollason

So close to the city centre, the WWB Annual Outing was definitely a delight for the senses, a haven of wild, wooded and wet spaces. Meeting at Sarehole Mill, we were ten at twelve noon for lunch and a drink. … Continue reading →

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WWB Meeting hits new heights

Posted on May 5, 2018 by David Rollason

What a great and very busy meeting today, so many wonderful people to meet up with again, lots of events in the pipe-line and sunshine just to add additional glitter to the day. The sharing this month was epic! Sixteen … Continue reading →

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Art at the Ort Gallery

Posted on August 13, 2017 by David Rollason

It was a pleasure to be part of an event ‘A Better Side of Wings’, at the ORT Gallery in Birmingham, 12 August 2017, hosted by Ahmed Magare. Members of Writers Without Borders, David Rollason, ‘Femi Abidogun and Tessa Kate … Continue reading →

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WWB Meeting Report 03 June 2017

Posted on June 4, 2017 by David Rollason

These meetings of beautiful, creative minds just get better and better! With the usual excitement, members gathered with the generous spirit of more than just writers and friends, more of family and loved ones. Having dispensed with the housekeeping (some … Continue reading →

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WWB go Beyond Boarders

Posted on April 15, 2016 by David Rollason

13 April 2016 – Writers Without Boarders perform for The GAP Arts Project event at the Centrala Café, Minerva Works in Digbeth, Birmingham. What a fantastic series of events Beyond Boarders had been. Here are some of our wonderful writers and performers ‘wowing’ the appreciative audience with … Continue reading →

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January Meeting Report

Posted on January 10, 2016 by David Rollason

09 January 2016 An abundance of Happy New Year greetings was shared liberally which set the mood for a well attended group; see the sharing of wonderful work throughout the blog. The group’s business segment was filled with a variety … Continue reading →

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December Meeting Report

Posted on December 5, 2015 by David Rollason

5 December 2015 For WWB as it met for the last time this year, with seasonal nibbles and a wealth of wonderful writing, the festive season has been kicked off to a great start for members. With a great turnout, … Continue reading →

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Memory – A Performance

Posted on October 20, 2015 by David Rollason

St. Paul’s Church, Hockley, Birmingham. 17th October 12015 Saturday morning, the sun is shining on the grey cream stone of the monolithic building set in a leafy autumnal collar of trees only a short walk from the city centre. In … Continue reading →

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WWB’s New Anthology is Here!

Posted on October 17, 2015 by David Rollason

Yes, it’s Here! Formally launched and now available! You will see the work of 22 writers who have contributed to this fascinating and moving collection of creative writing. See also endorsements from no less than Three current and former Birmingham … Continue reading →

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