Sunday 10th April 2011

Writing with Project Pigeon & Paul McDonald

£23/£17 / 11am – 1pm /Project Pigeon Loft, Milk Street, Digbeth, Birmingham B5 5NH

Do you know much about Pigeons? That they have won medals for saving lives, been featured in many great works of art and films? That they race, find their way home and can even be involved in artworks? Pigeon fancying has a long history in the West Midlands, and those at Project Pigeon are part of an expansive, innovative project designed to explore the history and social impact of pigeon keeping in this region.  Project Pigeon works with pigeons and people to bring about social change.  They do lots of things with their pigeons, such as run workshops, make musical performances, curate exhibitions and design and build city centre lofts.  Project Pigeon is run by Alexandra Lockett and Ian England.  The project started in January 2009 and it is open ended  – it has taken them to lots of places and they have made lots of discoveries. 

 They have invited us, and writer Paul McDonald, to come along and meet the birds and hear some of the amazing stories of this adventure.

Born in Walsall, Paul McDonald left school at 16 to train as a saddlemaker. In 1986 he began full-time study, completed his PhD in 1993 and now lectures at Wolverhampton University. Paul remains in Walsall where, to his horror, he’s developing a taste for chunky jewellery and combat dogs. His novels include Do I Love You? and Kiss Me Softly Amy Turtle. He is published by Tindal Street Press.

Please note that due to the nature of the venue, facilities are limited. Warm clothing and sensible footwear is advised.  Tea and coffee will be available but you are welcome to bring a flask!

For more information, visit www.project-pigeon.co.uk

Project Pigeon’s Loft is located on Milk Street, Digbeth, Birmingham (in Boxxed’s backyard opposite a youth hostel, under a viaduct)

Book Online or call 0844 870 0000