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============================================================ [ SE1 Direct ] Issue 318 About this email newsletter: http://www.SE1direct.co.uk Daily local news & features: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk Monday 11 December 2006 ISSN 1750-0656 ============================================================ >> IN THIS BULLETIN ============================================================ * Local news & features from the London SE1 website * Advert: South Bank Alexander Centre * What's on this week * Business news from the London SE1 website * Arts reviews from the London SE1 website * Hot topics from the London SE1 Forum ============================================================ [ Local news & features from the London SE1 website ] Remember you don't have to wait till SE1 Direct drops into your mailbox to get a local news fix. The London SE1 website offers the latest news throughout the week. You can also see the news on a map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/map * Bishop of Southwark thanks well-wishers Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2489 * Waterloo tube station transformed into live music venue Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2488 * Crowds brave the rain for Christmas at Waterloo Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2487 * Date-rape drug in Borough restaurant: man convicted Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2486 * Local photographer Steve Hollingshead launches 07 calendar Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2493 * Father Christmas visits London Aquarium Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2492 * Beormund School tops national table Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2485 * Fitzpatrick family celebrates 50 years at the Lord Clyde Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2484 * Southwark kids create futuristic South Bank Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2482 * Countess of Wessex visits Westminster Bridge Road Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2480 * Old Vic a community theatre says Kevin Spacey Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2479 ============================================================ [ Advert: South Bank Alexander Centre ] Thinking of change? 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South Bank Alexander Centre, 27a Blackfriars Rd, SE1 020 7928 6378 [email protected] http://www.AlexanderCentre.co.uk ------------------------------------------------------------ Get your ad here: http://www.SE1direct.co.uk/advertising.php Now booking for FEBRUARY - get in quick while there's space! ============================================================ [ What's on this week ] Each week we select a few highlights from the community and cultural events taking place over the next seven days. For a comprehensive what's on guide visit http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/ or pick up a copy of our free monthly printed publication, 'in SE1'. TREE DRESSING DAY IN THE COMMUNITY GARDEN Tuesday 12 December 10.30am-12.30pm in the Community Garden at Tate Modern, Bankside; free Make Christmas pomanders and decorations out of found materials and dress the trees with recycled materials Community Initiatives at Tate Modern, in partnership with Bankside Open Spaces Trust are continuing to develop the community garden space for use by the local community. Those that live near to the gallery who may not have a lot of outdoor space are particularly encouraged to visit the garden. If you would like to come along contact [email protected] for details or call 020 7401 5176. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/1346 WATERLOO GREEN TRUST & WATERLOO MILLENIUM GREEN TRUST AGMs Tuesday 12 December 6.30pm at St Andrew's Short Street, Short Street Annual General Meetings of the two trusts followed by refreshments. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/1401 NORTH LAMBETH AREA COMMITTEE - TOUR DE FRANCE & ADDINGTON ST Wednesday 13 December 6.45pm at Redfearn Centre, 329 Kennington Lane Meeting for residents of the Waterloo area. Agenda includes: * Sports and Leisure provision in North Lambeth including information on the Leisure Delivery Plan and Sports Action Zone * The Tour de France in North Lambeth * Community Safety update from the Community Safety Team * Public Transport allocations from the Addington Street Section 106 agreement Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/1204 MEDITATION FOR PEACE Wednesday 13 December 6.30pm at St Andrew's Short Street, Short Street Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday at St Andrew's Community and Worship Centre. A response to the critical situation in the world and our community. Experience of meditation not essential. Open to everyone, faith or no faith. Contact Revd Jane Kustner at [email protected] Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/1403 FANTO'S MONSTER PANTO Wednesday 13 to Saturday 16 December 7.30pm (Saturday matinee 2.30pm) at St Anne's Church Hall, Thorburn Square Ghoulish panto presented by the Quay Players, a local amateur dramatic group. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/1435 INDIGO SAXOPHONE QUARTET: MUSICAL CHAIRS @ BOROUGH MARKET Thursday 14 December 12.30pm-1.30pm at Borough Market, 8 Southwark Street; free A selection of light classical to more jazzy pieces. Third in a series of free weekly concerts in the run up to the Bankside Frost Fair. Local employees are encouraged to bring along their lunches and take a seat at one of Better Bankside's pink tables and chairs. The Better Bankside rangers will distribute information on other events such as the Bankside Frost Fair and the Bring a Better Christmas appeal. There will also be an opportunity to purchase Christmas cards with profits going to charity and comment on the Bankside Urban Park proposals. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/1373 ST JOHN'S GARDEN CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION Friday 15 December 4pm-6.30pm at St John's Waterloo, Waterloo Road; free The new St John's Garden is opening with a Christmas celebration. * Welcome speech in church hall 5pm * Opening ceremony in the new garden 5.10pm * Followed by lantern lit carols and music Lots to see and do! Mosaic making and sale, Lantern and Christmas Craft workshops, Drumming class with master percussionist (for ages 10 yrs plus), Refreshments, Bric a brac sale, Community stalls, Art exhibition, plants for sale... Plus join the new Friends of St John's Garden group. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/1433 BANKSIDE FROST FAIR - WITH HUSKY SLEDDING RIDES Friday 15 to Sunday 17 December Fri 4pm-9pm; Sat 10am-9pm; Sun 10am-6pm on the Bankside riverside walkway; free Bankside will yet again be home to the 4th annual Frost Fair outside Tate Modern and Shakespeare's Globe. Last year's event attracted more than 100,000 people making it London's largest free winter event. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/1039 BOROUGH MUSIC SCHOOL CHRISTMAS CONCERT Saturday 16 December 11am at Charles Dickens Primary School, Lant Street; free Performance of solo and ensemble work by Borough Music School pupils. Followed by light Christmas refreshments Admission free. Silver collection for school funds. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/1359 SERVICE OF NINE LESSONS AND CAROLS Sunday 17 December 6pm at Guy's Chapel, St Thomas' Street Carol Service for the parish of St George the Marytr, worshippng at Guy's Chapel during restoration works. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/1410 SOUTHWARK CATHEDRAL CAROL SERVICE Sunday 17 December 6.30pm at Southwark Cathedral, London Bridge This is the main Cathedral carol service for parishioners, friends and visitors. It is not suitable for young children who have their own service with parents on Christmas Eve. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/1261 CAROLS BY CANDLELIGHT Sunday 17 December 6.30pm at St Mary Magdalen, Bermondsey Street A traditional Christmas carol service with six lessons. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/1363 ============================================================ [ Business news from the London SE1 website ] News for and about local businesses big and small * SECUR1TY - the impact of crime on SE1 businesses Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2491 * Business community gathers for Christmas tree lighting Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2483 * Project Elephant aims to nurture design talent Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2481 ============================================================ [ Arts reviews from the London SE1 website ] * Journey to the River Sea at the Unicorn Theatre Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2490 ============================================================ [ Hot topics from the London SE1 Forum ] Our weekly digest of topics raised in recent discussions at http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/list/1 * Vinopolis - Bar Blue... ouch http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/62372 * Dim T at More London http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/62349 * Can flattery soothe the dead? http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/62334 * Roadworks in the middle of the night http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/62316 * The Trinity (formerly Hole in the Wall, BHS) http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/62312 * Borough Market - open on Thursdays? http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/62289 * Help with new logo http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/62252 * Man with Van - Brilliant! http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/62251 * New Year's Eve fireworks (apart from the Eye) http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/62250 * Any hairdresser recommendations for a long haired bloke? http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/62243 * Southbank Tandoori - The Cut http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/62223 * South Bank Dental http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/62204 To see all the current active forum topics, go to: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/list/1 ============================================================ >> CONTACT DETAILS ============================================================ Before sending us event information or press releases, please read this page: http://www.SE1direct.co.uk/inclusion.php Editor: James Hatts - [email protected] SE1 Direct is copyright (c) 2006 Bankside Press ============================================================ >> SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION ============================================================