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	Guardian \| Sunbather stabbed to death in square (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		A 16-year-old schoolgirl has died after being stabbed in the chest in an unprovoked attack as she lay sunbathing with a friend in a crowded city centre square.
		Paramedics called to Centenary Square managed to revive Ms Ross and she was taken to Birmingham's city hospital in Winson Green where doctors battled for five hours to save her life.
		Detective Sergeant Steven Smith said: "The victim was sunbathing with her friend in Centenary Square when for no reason she was attacked by a man with a knife and received one stab wound, which proved fatal." Police said a knife had been found in a canal in the area.
	www.guardian.co.uk /print/0,3858,4186063-103690,00.html (426 words)

	Centenary Square, Birmingham, West Midlands,UK
		Centenary Square is one of Birmingham's newest public squares.
		It is a popular meeting place and walkway between Broad Street and the canal area and those passing on foot to the city centre.
		From Centenary Square head for the Library and walk through the arcade into Chamberlain Square, Victoria Square and the city centre.
	www.birminghamuk.com /centenary.htm (156 words)

	Speakers Square (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		Speakers Square will be an ongoing reminder of the strong bonds that link our countries and of our mutual commitment to free speech and democracy.
		The Centenary Gift is a stone pavement mosaic, designed by leading Canadian artist John McEwen,which has been installed in Commonwealth Place in the heart of Canberra's Parliamentary Triangle.
		Speakers Square was dedicated by the Prime Minister of Australia, The Honorable John Howard MP, and the High Commissioner for Canada, Jean T Fournier, on 22 July 2002.
	www.dfait-maeci.gc.ca /australia/speakers_square-en.asp (447 words)

	BBC - Birmingham Features - The Birmingham Wheel is back!
		Birmingham's answer to the London Eye is finally in place in Centenary Square and will be open to the public on the 21st October 2004 until Sunday 27th February 2005.
		Centenary Square will play host to a high-tech 60-metre observation wheel, but as this time it is a new wheel it boasts larger glass gondolas which are fully heated and air conditioned and with a capacity to seat up to eight people.
		Jonathan Shipley, a director of World Tourist Attractions, says: "We are delighted to be returning to Birmingham having enjoyed such a successful stay in Centenary Square earlier this year.
	www.bbc.co.uk /birmingham/features/2004/10/birmingham_wheel.shtml (271 words)

	Speaker's Square - Canada's Centenary gift to Australia (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		On December 4, 2001, the Honourable John Manley, Canada's Minister of Foreign Affairs announced that Canada was presenting a special gift to Australia in honour of its Centenary.
		The gift, a stone pavement called Speaker's Square, designed by renowned Ontario artist John McEwen, will be incorporated into the newly-created Commonwealth Place in the heart of the Parliamentary Zone.
		The official presentation of the Centenary gift took place December 5 at the National Capital Authority's exhibition centre at Regatta Point, overlooking Lake Burley Griffin.
	www.dfait-maeci.gc.ca /australia/oz_gift_para-en.asp (215 words)

	iafrica.com \| news \| world news Times Square celebrates centenary
		Filled with its neon signs, screaming ads, giant screens, Times Square "the crossroads of the world" is more than ever a sight that overwhelms, its flashing lights reaching to the sky.
		And three years later, the square made its mark as the place to be for New Year's Eve celebrations when another idea of Ochs, the now famous 'ball drop' from atop One Times Square, was done for the first time.
		The plug was pulled on power to the ever dramatically lit Square last August during a massive flout that hit the north-eastern United States and parts of Canada.
	iafrica.com /news/worldnews/314976.htm (569 words)

	Centenary Square, Birmingham \| MyTravelGuide.com
		Centenary Square is the focal point of Birmingham's New Year's Eve celebrations, which involve a huge firework display every year.
		The floor of the square is laid out to resemble a Persian carpet and leads to a controversial sculpture called Forward by Raymond Mason.
		Since the square was opened in 1991 it has been popular with both tourists and locals, providing a perfect place to relax just minutes from the bustling city centre.
	www.mytravelguide.com /attractions/profile.jsp?objectid=78764705 (331 words)

	New Statesman: Loitering with intent - Birmingham town planning (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		The landscaped square of Brindleyplace, with its fountain, glass Cafe and grass terraces, is distinctly European.
		Not a square in the geometric sense, it seems more open than conventional city squares, its traditional statues blending with modem sculpture.
		My four-year-old son, rushing into the square after visit to the children's library, was enchanted to find pirates and men on stilts ready to greet him.
	www.findarticles.com /p/articles/mi_m0FQP/is_4502_129/ai_65377412 (1302 words)

	Centenary Square, Birmingham, United Kingdom
		The square with its works of art, railings and lamps was designed by artist Tess Jaray and is situated in the heart of Birmingham.
		From Centenary Square head for the Library and walk through the arcade into Chamberlain Square, Victoria Square and the city centre." There are also some examples of public art and interesting buildings in the square such as the Spirit of Enterprise, the torch, Baskerville House and the Hall of Memory.
		Centenary Square is the important square in Birmingham.
	www.virtualtourist.com /travel/Europe/United_Kingdom/England/West_Midlands/Birmingham-316917/Things_To_Do-Birmingham-Centenary_Square-BR-1.html (780 words)

	Read about Birmingham at WorldVillage Encyclopedia. Research Birmingham and learn about Birmingham here! (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		However, in recent years the city centre has been extensively renovated and restored with the construction of new squares, the restoration of old streets, buildings and canals, the removal of much-derided pedestrian subways, and the demolition and subsequent redevelopment of the
		Custard Factory is now one of the largest media and arts villages in Europe, with exhibitions and modern sculpture and water features.
		Birmingham Arts Fest is an annual citywide event which incorporates many venues and public squares, the events celebrate the West Midland art scene.
	encyclopedia.worldvillage.com /s/b/Birmingham (5039 words)

	Farmer's Bridge Locks & Centenary Square - a Birmingham stroll - Walking Britain (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		This route starts outside the Council House in Victoria Square, which can be reached quite easily from most major car parks, the railway stations and by bus.
		Continue through the building to emerge into Centenary Square where a "big wheel" offers to give you a grand view of Birmingham.
		Cross the Square with the Birmingham Repertory Theatre on your left passing the Hall of Memory.
	www.walkingbritain.co.uk /walks/walkss/ws002.shtml (497 words)

	Birmingham Post: Jubilee: Aled sings Birmingham's praises@ HighBeam Research (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		Birmingham was yesterday praised by TV presenter Aled Jones for honouring the Queen in spectacular style.
		He was speaking after he presented a special live broadcast of the BBC's Songs of Praise from Centenary Square.
		More than 6,000 people packed Centenary Square to listen to soul singer Michael Bolton and the Beracah Music Gospel Band and Singers.
	www.highbeam.com /library/doc0.asp?DOCID=1P1:53368667&refid=ip_encyclopedia_hf (203 words)

	HOME (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		For the third year in a row, fans of the East Bowling teenager greeted the pop star in Centenary Square and he was determined not to let them down.
		An explosion of colour erupted around Centenary Square and throughout the city centre while fireworks illuminated the sky high above City Hall.
		Sam and Jason Ford from Allerton had stood outside Centenary Square since mid-afternoon with their children Aaron, three, and two-year-old Jessica.
	mysite.wanadoo-members.co.uk /snowdropandgareth/home/articles/TnANov03.htm (820 words)

	Transportation and Directions - Austin Court, Birmingham (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		As you enter Victoria Square, on your left is the Town Hall (modelled on a Grecian Temple).
		Continue straight on and the Central Library is ahead on the opposite side of Chamberlain Square.
		At the end of Colmore Row, across Victoria Square, is the Town Hall (modelled on a Grecian Temple).
	www.austincourt.co.uk /location/transportation.htm (943 words)

	May 2002 book donation day (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		Book Bazaar headquarters are now located in Suite 108 of the Centenary Square Building on Kings Highway, with the donation tent located nearby at the corner of Oak Street and Kings.
		Centenary Square is located between Woodlawn and Oak Streets, across the street from George's Grill.
		Those wishing to donate books at times other than the monthly drive-up donation days can leave their books in the waterproof bins that are outside new location, organizers said.
	www.centenary.edu /news/2002/May/02Maybk.html (230 words)

	Practical Caravan - Great days out - Birmingham 1
		It's certainly impressive, but has been nicknamed by locals as ‘The Floozie in the Jacuzzi'.The Square is also overlooked by the imposing Council House, a statue of Queen Victoria, and a quirky metal statue by ‘Angel of the North' sculptor Anthony Gormley.
		Beyond the Hall of Memory, built in 1925 to honour the dead of WWI, the square is dotted with wonderful modern sculptures.
		At the square's far end, the International Convention Centre, with its high-tech Symphony Hall, is flanked by the glass tower of the Hyatt Regency Hotel.
	www.practicalcaravan.com /greatarchive/bromtour1.html (1082 words)

	BBC - Birmingham - Entertainment - Artsfest 2005
		It all kicks off in Centenary Square on Friday 9th September and continues throughout Saturday and Sunday.
		The main stage is in Centenary Square, featuring a host of live acts throughout the weekend.
		The BBC Big Screen in Chamberlain Square will be showing entertainment throughout the weekend, including performances from Artsfest, as well as films such as Edward Scissor Hands.
	www.bbc.co.uk /birmingham/content/articles/2005/08/31/artsfest2005_preview_feature.shtml (941 words)

	SSE Audio Group - Company - Audio production services, sound equipment design, manufacture and hire (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		This year’s ArtsFest showcased over 300 performances and workshops through the streets of the city, Centenary Square and a mixture of indoor venues promoting the West Midlands arts scene.
		Centenary Square particularly stole the show with its two stages of entertainment.
		SSE Hire have supplied audio systems for the Centenary Square stages since ArtsFest began in 1998 and continued this year, using a Nexo GeoT PA system with Geo S delay speaker positions.
	www.sse-hire.com /company/review-16-9-2.shtml (246 words)

	icBirmingham - Carrott to switch on festive lights
		The grand switch-on will take place in Centenary Square at 6pm and will form part of a day of events.
		In the evening there will be a pop concert in Centenary Square, which will include performances by Jamelia, Clarkesville, Lamar, Javine, Blazin Squad and Rachel Stevens from 6pm to 9pm.
		Last night it was unclear whether Jamelia would attend after her step-brother Tafawa Beckford appeared in court charged with the double murder of Charlene Ellis and Letisha Shakespeare.
	icbirmingham.icnetwork.co.uk /0100news/0100localnews/content_objectid=13626970_method=full_siteid=50002_headline=-Carrott-to-switch-on-festive-lights-name_page.html (435 words)

	Centenary Square, Birmingham - Free Pictures - FreeFoto.Com
		The square, with its works of art, paving, railings and lamps, was designed by artist Tess Jaray.
		Forward statue by Raymond Mason, Centenary Square, Birmingham
		Spirit of Enterprise by Tom Lomax is a water sculpture outside the Repertory Theatre.
	www.freefoto.com /browse.jsp?id=1046-06-2 (188 words)

	Carter and Pele's wife at Congress (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		She will be performing on the Festival of the Nations stage outside the International Convention Centre (ICC) in Centenary Square at 1730 on Thursday 28 July.
		There will be a diversity of international music every afternoon in Centenary Square from countries including Angola, Norway, Hungary, Trinidad and South Korea.
		There will be a special birthday party in Victoria Square on Sunday afternoon to celebrate one hundred years of the Baptist World Alliance with international music and people dressed in national costume.
	www.bwanet.org /news/05jul-sep/carterandpelewifeatcongress.htm (863 words)

	Church anger at 'cult' space (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		Diocesan spokesman Arun Arora said the controversial movement, founded by science-fiction writer L Ron Hubbard and backed by Hollywood stars Tom Cruise and John Travolta, was "as much a religion as a dog is a vegetable".
		But the city council said the group was allowed to use the square as it was not a banned or illegal organisation.
		"The city centre squares are used by a variety of voluntary and community organisations," a spokeswoman said.
	www.rickross.com /reference/scientology/britain/britain12.html?FACTNet (259 words)

	Birmingham's Statues and memorials
		The piece is in a "temporary" position and was originally intended to stand outside a Planetarium, which was never built, but which would have stood outside what is now the Repertory Theatre.
		Latest news is the statue has now been removed for restoration and will be resited in Centenary Square in place of Forward Sculpture that was destroyed by arsonists.
		Birmingham's most controversial work of art was unveiled in 1991 in the centre of Centenary Square.
	www.virtualbrum.co.uk /heritage/page11.htm (927 words)

	City is delighted to be put to the Test! - This is Bradford Archive - From the Telegraph & Argus
		A giant screen in the square beside City Hall would show the cricket to thousands of workers and visitors, if the plan gets the go-ahead.
		Tonnes of sand could also go down in the square to make a "beach" cricket field complete with nets where youngsters would be able to copy the stars.
		It has discussed the possibility of using Centenary Square during the England v Australia game at Trent Bridge, Nottingham, between August 2 and 6.
	archive.thisisbradford.co.uk /2001/03/15/142563.html (363 words)

	Christian News, Updated Daily - Christian Today > Baptist Centenary Congress Connects to Web as Leaders Confirm Slots
		The Baptist World Alliance (BWA) Centenary Congress is due to commence on Wednesday 27th July.
		While tens of thousand of Baptists from 112 countries head to Birmingham for the Congress, being held in the International Conference Centre (ICC), it is announced that web streaming for main sessions will be available for those who are not able to attend the Congress.
		There will be a special birthday party in Victoria Square on Sunday afternoon with international music and people dressed in national costume.
	www.christiantoday.com /news/ministries/baptist.centenary.congress.connects.to.web.as.leaders.confirm.slots/324.htm (991 words)

	Centenary Square -- Facts, Info, and Encyclopedia article (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		Centenary Square -- Facts, Info, and Encyclopedia article
		Centenary Square is a public square in central (A city in central England; 2nd largest English city and an important industrial and transportation center) Birmingham, named in celebration of the centenary of Birmingham achieving city status (in 1989).
		The square is a work of art in itself, with paving, railings and lamps designed by artist (Click link for more info and facts about Tess Jaray) Tess Jaray.
	www.absoluteastronomy.com /encyclopedia/c/ce/centenary_square.htm (139 words)

	July 03 Book Donation Day (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		SHREVEPORT, LA—The Centenary Muses will hold their final drive-up book donation day this year on Monday, Aug. 11 for the Centenary College Book Bazaar.
		Volunteers will assist donors with their contributions of books, CDs, tapes and videos to be sold at the Sept. 12-13 Book Bazaar in the Centenary Gold Dome.
		The monthly donation days have been moved from Fridays to the second Monday of each month, so that additional parking will be available in front of the storefronts that are closed on Mondays.
	www.centenary.edu /news/2003/August/aug03book.html (232 words)

	:: Schnews :: Direct Action Against War
		They will be holding a protest rally in Centenary Square, at 5pm on the day bombing starts.
		Bradford Stop the War Coalition office@bstwc.fsnet.co.uk, www.bstwc.fsnet.co.uk Also, On the first saturday after war is declared, there will be a die-in at Centenary Square at 12pm.
		Meet in the Market Square at 12 noon the day after war breaks out (bring pots and pans or something to make a noise with).
	www.schnews.org.uk /stopwar/whenwarstarts.htm (2258 words)

	Diocese of Birmingham - The online home of the Church of England in Birmingham (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		One of the best speeches that night came from the Lord Mayor attending the millennium celebrations in the centenary square.
		We were invited to select the site for the Flame of Hope in the prestigious Centenary Square, and we received magnificent technical support to run the Flame of Hope when it was lit.
		A significant number of the citizens of Birmingham contributed the costs to build the Flame of Hope; a significant number of citizens of Birmingham want the Flame in Centenary Square, a significant number of people want the Flame alight (either by gas, or preferably electricity).
	www.birmingham.anglican.org /article/217 (883 words)

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