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JULY & AUGUST ARIES (MARCH 21 - APRIL 20) LEO (JULY 23 - AUGUST 23) SAGITTARIUS (NOVEMBER 23 - DECEMBER 21) July is the best month to focus on July the 2nd sees the arrival of The new moon in your financial area your home and family. The Sun is in dynamic Mars into your sign. Now is on the 2nd of July suggests there is the home loving sign of Cancer and the perfect time to take any new work to be done about your plans for the new moon on the 2nd assists with opportunity to broaden your horizons the future. The arrival of vibrant Mars additional energy for new projects. A and please yourself. Group and in Leo, also on the 2nd, suggests that spectacular aspect between Mars and teamwork involvements work best for you‘d rather be considering moving to Jupiter on the 25th suggests major you - with a little help from friends life pastures new and a splendid offer change in your career and social circle. can be so much easier! August is your might just come your way. August is a Dynamic Mars, your ruler, arrives in special time and as Mars, Venus and super busy time for Jupiter ruled industrious Virgo on the 18th of Mercury occupy your sign for most of Sagittarians as positive planetary August – prepare for change as a the month it looks like it will be activity is at its height. Be sure to get completely new way of working particularly exciting and festive time. out and about and make the most of a comes to your attention. The full The pace changes as Mercury moves surge of self-confidence to lift your moon in Virgo on the 30th challenges into industrious Virgo on the 29th; an profile. The Virgo new moon on the you to exercise caution and important project comes to light, use 30th offers a new and exciting career opportunity. deliberation, particularly with long your intuition to make necessary term planning changes. CAPRICORN (DECEMBER 22 - JANUARY 20)

TAURUS (APRIL 21 - MAY 21) VIRGO (AUGUST 24 - SEPTEMBER 22) Partnerships and Relationships are at Dynamic Mars is stirring up your July’s new moon in Cancer on the 2nd the top of your agenda this month. domestic area during July. This could brings many benefits your way. Take Mars is strong and boosts your mean the start of a creative new the opportunity to relax and just take energy, but be sure to think carefully project as it’s a great time to make things easy. You should be able to mix how best to use it as you don’t want ingenious changes to your home. work and domestic life in the best to be involved in any Mercury turning retrograde on the possible way. The Cancerian Sun misunderstandings. The full moon in allows you to use your popularity to your sign on the 16th brings a few 8th suggests that you may also need pleasant surprises. August brings some quiet time to focus on you. make people feel good about themselves. August looks like a rather some important financial issues to August is an important month as your attention, facing facts several planets occupy the fiery and introspective month as the Sun, professionally or personally will extrovert sign of Leo, a generous and Venus, Mars and Mercury suggest eventually make life much easier. Be carefree mood is yours. Be open to that it’s time to take a break and tune open minded in your approach to the love and romance around the 21st as into your inner needs. A new phase of suggestions of specialised colleagues. Venus, your ruler, changes signs. action begins after the Virgo new Venus changes sign on the 21st, Significant optimism gives you the moon on the 30th; your confidence is indicating that it’s good time to energy for strong leadership. on the up, with more potential for broaden your horizons. success than usual. GEMINI (MAY 22 - JUNE 21) AQUARIUS (JANUARY 21 - FEBRUARY 18) Venus arrives in your financial sector LIBRA (SEPTEMBER 23 - OCTOBER 23) The Sun and vibrant Mars are both on the 4th, offering a positive During July the most pivotal sector of highlighting work issues during July. opportunity to review your resources your chart is illuminated by the Sun, Let go of limitations– a lot can be and earning potential. Energetic Mars joined on the 4th by Venus, your achieved with hard work and is now travelling through Leo, shining ruler. Be sure to use your incredible determination. The Cancer new moon the spotlight on all forms of creative drive and energy to accomplish things on the 2nd brings an interesting communication. Now is the perfect and don’t be surprised if luck comes opportunity your way and you may time to broaden your horizons. As your way. There is also lots of have to take some unexpected action. Mars and Venus pass through the planetary activity on the social scene. Relationships come to the forefront communication sector of your chart August puts the emphasis on friends during August as a long term during August you will be looking at and social life, just perfect for the partnership demands your attention. restructuring the way you think. holiday season. Mars enhances the Mars and Venus in fiery Leo indicate Important opportunities are coming Sun’s vitality and gives you a much that passion and joy are more your way and some important needed energy boost. The energy important than ever. The full moon in shifts at the Virgo new moon on the your sign on the 15th suggests that decisions may need to be taken. You 30th, here is a chance for some deep are at your best when working with changes are afoot and it may be best introspection, use your intuition to to keep your options open. others on a personal level. get to the heart of the matter. PISCES (FEBRUARY 19 - MARCH 20) CANCER (JUNE 22 - JULY 22) SCORPIO (OCTOBER 24 - NOVEMBER 22) The Sun shines brightly in the family July is your birthday month as the July is a busy month, under current sign of Cancer, illuminating a rather radiant Sun shines brightly in your sign trends, you may find that financial romantic area of your chart. As Mars and is joined by the love planet Venus issues come into clearer focus: you arrives in Leo on the 2nd you may on the 4th. Be ready for change and a can plan ahead and make suitable begin to feel impatience concerning new lease of life, whether in social or gains. Just take care as trickster planet an important decision, try to think professional affairs. Your energy levels Mercury goes retrograde after the carefully and take your time. The should be at their height now, perfect 8th, checking important documents Capricorn full moon on the 16th for making long term plans. During will be vital to your success. Mars and brings unexpected clarity. The Leo August the planets suggest that Venus enhance the Sun’s powerful new moon on the 1st of August money making schemes are at an and creative influence during August. emphasises the area of your chart all-time high, this powerful energy Where do you shine, what makes you concerned with work and daily life. should leave you feeling successful really happy and fulfilled? It’s time to Mars and Venus shine brightly, and prosperous all month. Take the ask these important questions. suggesting that you have the energy opportunity to profit from your Mercury arriving in practical Virgo on to find a balance and make creative natural diplomatic skills, especially in the 29th highlights friendships, changes. The new moon in your personal relationships. personal goals and your dealings with opposite sign on the 30th brings a groups. relationship issues to the forefront. 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Award winning market is on or visit take on the challenge of the 12 Restaurant serving hot and cold www.hoar-park.co.uk mile or 30 mile leisure ride or food, The Children's Farm The exciting all new 60 mile challenging Granary Antique Centre. Country Balsall Common Lions Bingo velo route. Help raise funds for The Walks, Fishing Pools. The Red Barn Date: 9th of August / Time: UK Sepsis Trust, SoLO Life available to hire for Barn Dances, 7.30pm / Venue: Balsall Common Opportunities as well as local Weddings, Private Parties. Field for Village Hall causes. After your ride enjoy a free hire ideal Caravan Clubs, etc. visit to the House and Gardens and Balsall Common Fun Run something from the Lions BBQ. 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16. Gillian Wesley & The Catwalk Cafe Cafe & TAKEAWAYS 14-16 Kenilworth Rd, Knowle B93 0JA 01564 779491

17. The Bread Collection & Spiga Bistro 1. Loch Fyne Restaurant, Fish & Chips Multi-Cuisine High St, Knowle B93 0JU 1701 High St, Knowle B93 0LN , 01564 772124 01564 732750 18. Ellora, Indian 2. Rio stakehouse, 1661 High St, Knowle B93 0LL St. John’s Way, Knowle B93 0LE 01564 776400 01564 739 395

3. Bella Venezia Ristorante E Pizzeria 19. ale rooms, Bar Italian 1592 High Street, Knowle B93 0LF 01564 400040 1628 High St, Knowle B93 0JU 01564 779806 20. The Kings Arms, Gastropub 4. Janito, British 2110 Warwick Rd, Knowle B93 0EE 01564 771177 St Johns Cl, Knowle B93 0JU 01564 779802 21. The Black Boy, Gastropub 5. Lloyds Indian Restaurant, Indian Warwick Rd, Knowle B93 0EB 01564 772655 7 station rd, Knowle B93 0HL 01564 775777

6. Thai Village Restaurant, Thai 1594 High St, Knowle, UK B93 0LF 22. Saleem Bagh Indian Cuisine, Indian 01564 771595 476 Station R, Dorridge B93 8HE 01564 777 190 7. Knowle Indian Brasserie, Indian 1690 High St, Knowle B93 0LY 23. Dorridge Fish Bar, Fish & Chips 01564 776453 15 Station Approach, Dorridge B93 8JA 01564 775954 8. Bilash, Indian 1608 High St, Knowle, Solihull B93 0JU 24. The Forest Hotel, British 01564 773030 25 Station Approach, Dorridge B93 8JA 01564 772120 9. Cafe Saffron, Indian 1679 High St, Knowle B93 0LL 25. Minh’s Cantonese Restaurant, Cantonese 01564 772190 8 Station Rd, Dorridge B93 8HH 01564 779929 10. The Red Lion, Gastropub 1672 High St, Knowle B93 0LY 26. Costa Coffee, Café 1 Forest Rd, Dorridge B93 8HA, 01564 774 218 01564 771522

11. Toby Carvery, British 27. Skogen, Bar, Café 2 Station Approach, Dorridge B93 8JF 1635 Warwick Road, Knowle B93 9AH 01564 772559 28. The Railway Inn, Gastropub 12. Knowle Fish Bar, Fish & Chips Grange Rd, Dorridge B93 8QA 01564 773531 Station Rd, Solihull B93 0HL 01564 772739

13. Tom Li Cantonese Takeaway, Cantonese 29. Aroma Restaurant, Indian 22 St Johns Cl, Knowle B93 0LE 100C Widney Rd, Bentley Heath B93 9BN 01564 770824 01564 777613

14. The Phonlik House, Cantonese 30. Drum & Monkey, Gastropub 2 Station Rd, Knowle B93 0HT 177 Four Ashes Rd, Dorridge B93 8ND 01564 775554 01564 772242

15. Cafe Viola Mediterranean, Cafe 31. Hogarths Hotel & Restaurant, British 1590 High Street, Knowle B93 0LF Four Ashes Rd, Solihull B93 8QE 01564 779 468 01564 779988

EASY TO FOLLOW TIPS With temperatures expecting to be high this Summer, we have put together a list of 5 things you can do to ensure that wildlife can flourish – even in the heat! 1. Birdbaths Making a bird bath for our feathered friends is always great way to help birds and hedgehogs in the hotter months. Turn your garden into a space for nature by putting a washing up tub filled with cool water outside and let birds clean their feathers and then perch in a sunny spot to dry off. Help the birds stay healthy by keeping the birdbaths clean. 2. Take care of your garden or allotment Plants that are watered regularly and gardens with large habitat areas are vital for butterflies and bees in the hot weather. 3. Create a nature passage Creating a link between your garden and your neighbours enables hedgehogs and toads to move freely between gardens which raises the quality of wildlife for all to enjoy. 4. Leaving out much needed food Finding food is also a challenge for hedgehogs and other wildlife in the hot weather. Worms usually make their way deep down into soil, making it difficult for those who usually them such as, hedgehogs, robins and frogs. You could put out a juicy snack for hedgehogs such as tinned dog food (non-fish based). 5. Add shade to your garden Many animals will seek out shade during the hot periods of the summer and a good way to help them is by creating a shaded area in your garden so they can cool off. Create a pile of fallen tree branches in a shaded area of your garden to help smaller animals during the heat.

You can enjoy a wide variety of wildlife right in your garden by providing a welcoming environment for it. These simple tips could provide a Summer full of adventures and projects to keep both kids and adults busy and entertained.

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