i60 Community Interest Company

06/03/2026

05/12/2025

In the middle of all the warmth and excitement of this season, many of us can sense it — that familiar rhythm of Christmas carols we sing year after year… same tunes, same words, same language.

Hey… would you like to try something beautifully different?

Welcome to Abí Olùgbàlà — Birmingham’s first-ever Nativity Musical performed in an African language. And guess what? The language is Yorùbá — one of the most musical and influential languages in Africa. You know what makes it even more unique? The entire language is built on the first three notes of the piano: do-re-mi. No wonder the Yoruba language "sings" so gracefully!

This December, you’re invited to be part of this historic moment.
Not only will the Nativity be presented in Yorùbá, but we will also enjoy a joyful community sing-along where people of diverse backgrounds, cultures and generations across Birmingham will lift one voice in this beautiful language. What a harmonious experience it shall be.

Admission is absolutely FREE, and this is truly for all ages — a warm intergenerational event where individuals, families and whole communities can take part.

You can pick up your FREE ticket at Ladywood Leisure Centre, or simply click the link below to download yours:
https://tinyurl.com/abi-olugbala

📅 Friday, 13th December
⏰ 3:00 PM
📍 Ladywood Leisure Centre, Birmingham B16 8TR

Let’s give a toast to something new, something cultural, something joyfully unifying this Christmas.
Abí Olùgbàlà awaits… and we look forward to seeing you there.

29/11/2025

The 2-week starts now. See you on the 13th!

🌟 Abí Olùgbàlà — The Saviour Is Born
A Beautiful Christmas Experience for the Whole Family
Hey… Christmas in Birmingham is about to shine a little brighter.
This year, we invite you and your family to experience the Nativity story like never before — through the colours, warmth and storytelling rhythms of Africa.

Abí Olùgbàlà — “The Saviour Is Born” — is Birmingham’s first-ever Nativity Musical in the Yorùbá language, presented with heart, reverence and joy. Come and witness a vibrant retelling of Christ’s birth, portrayed through African music, dance, narration and cultural expression. It is uplifting, family-friendly and absolutely free.

📅 Saturday 13 December 2025
🕒 3:00 PM
📍 Ladywood Leisure Centre, Birmingham B16 8TR
— Free Entry for Up to 5 People (FREE tickets are also available at the Reception Desk of Ladywood Leisure Centre)

Whether you come as a parent, grandparent, guardian, neighbour or friend — there is something beautiful here for everyone. Bring the children, bring the teens, bring the adults… bring the whole household.

Many of us were never taught that the Christmas story could be seen through our heritage — yet here it is, waiting for you!

Let’s give a toast to family, culture and Christ’s birth told with dignity, colour and warmth. See you on the 13th!

15/11/2025

Procrastination has destroyed the lives of many. The good news is that you don't have to be one of them! Seize the moment and make it a monument. Get yours today in a warm hoodie or cool t-shirt. Each purchase you make goes towards supporting our community projects! Here's the link to order now https://tinyurl.com/seize-the-moment-hoodie

11/11/2025

Do you believe in supporting grassroot community projects? 🌍

At i60 Community Interest Company, over 60% of our inspiring projects receive no grants or public funding. Yet, we continue to serve with passion — bringing people together, uplifting hearts, and building stronger communities.

Here’s the good news: you can make a difference today.

Our founder, Samuel Jonathan, has given us exclusive rights to design and print inspiring T-shirts, hoodies, and sweatshirts featuring uplifting quotes from his latest book, “The Thoughts and Quotes of Samuel Jonathan.”

Every purchase you make helps us keep our community activities alive — from music, culture and theatre to public speaking, confidence building and storytelling.

✨ Wear inspiration. Spread hope. Support a cause that changes lives.

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06/11/2025

An opportunity for your and to participate in the greatest birth story of all time, the in an language! It will be fun and exciting for children. Moreover, performing or playing a role in front of an audience helps with ! They can choose to sing, dance (choreography), act a role, play one of the historical instruments from or just experience the fun. Admission and participation are FREE! Join us 2:30 pm this and every Saturday at Ladywood Leisure Centre B16 8TR. Main event is 3:00 pm on Saturday, Dec. 13 at Ladywood Leisure Centre and rehearsals take place every Saturday until the main event. Email: [email protected] or WhatsApp message to 07847 84 86 86.

29/10/2025

Have you ever worked with children? The joy and fulfilment is indescribable! My name is Samuel Jonathan and I am privileged to serve as founder of the Royal Centre For Public Speaking, and founder of the Tell and Share Project. As part of this amazing community project, "Public Speaking For Children" allows me the honour of coaching these amazing 6 - 10 year olds. They are full of vigour and always make each learning experience exciting! The sad part for me is at the end of each class, when I have to wave them goodbye and wait another seven days before seeing them again. Most of all is the amazing transformation I have seen these amazing children go through. It is important to post this photo because, whether it's Taymia, Harris, Amir, Jodhveer, Ibrahim, Kiara or Malik, 20, 30 or even 40 years from now, after gracing global stages, impacting communities around the world, and inspiring generations yet to be born, they will look back at this photograph and smile with pride. We are so grateful to their parents for entrusting their children with us. Above all, the Tell and Share Project would not have been possible without my two children, My Generals, Jayden and Nicole. Each and every week, they selflessly give their all in ensuring that each class and learning experience goes smoothly. They are probably also making history as Britain's youngest Public Speaking Coaches! It is my heartfelt prayer that all of our children will make us proud and attain uncommon greatness.

23/10/2025

Learning how to speak and the is fun, and you can enjoy this experience with your ! Join us 3:30 pm this and every Saturday to . Your first visit is FREE!

20/10/2025

Words cannot express how proud we are of our teenagers. As part of the Tell and Share Project, each participant of "Public Speaking For Teens" randomly picked out various inventions out of a box. The assignment was to give a presentation about the invention and the inventor. What these amazing teens did not know when receiving the assignment is that these inventions, that we so much enjoy today, were invented by people who had to struggle through the mighty tides of racism, discrimination and in many cases, poverty. They were Black and of African origin! In addition to celebrating our phenomenal course attendees at the Tell and Share Project, we proudly and heartily celebrate and the pioneering work of all Black inventors.

15/09/2025

As part of the , takes place every fortnight and the next one is this Thursday, 17th of September! Admission is FREE and you do not need to have any musical or singing experience. This is a fantastic programme for individuals struggling with or people who simply want to learn how to get through and . It is also ideal for individuals who want to make the most of each day. Come and learn how to turn your moments into lyrics as you Sing-Your-Moment. We start at 12 noon at Stockland Green Methodist Church and Cafe on the Green., right after The Fitness Choir. Get all the details and sign-up by clicking here http://www.i60.org.uk/health-and-music Erdington Neighbourhood Network Scheme - ENNS i60 Community Interest Company

09/08/2025

🎶💪 Birmingham, are you ready to sing, move, and feel amazing?
Introducing The Fitness Choir — where music meets exercise in the most joyful way!

No gym weights, no pressure — just laughter, movement, and uplifting beats with shakers, tambourines, cowbells, and African Talking Drums.

✅ Adults of all ages welcome
✅ No fitness or singing experience needed
✅ Part of the Health & Music Project

📍 Birmingham’s most diverse community – come as you are, leave energised and smiling!

📅 Starts soon — spaces are limited!
👉 Get more details & sign up here: www.i60.org.uk/health-and-music

Strike A Chord Tell and Share Project