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============================================================ [ SE1 Direct ] Issue 326 About this email newsletter: http://www.SE1direct.co.uk Daily local news & features: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk Monday 5 February 2007 ISSN 1750-0656 ============================================================ >> IN THIS BULLETIN ============================================================ * Local news & features from the London SE1 website * Advert: The Traditional Acupuncture Centre * What's on this week * February issue of 'in SE1' out now * Situations Vacant - 7 jobs this week * Noticeboard: Quay Players Amateur Dramatic Society * Arts reviews from the London SE1 website * Hot topics from the London SE1 Forum * Business Forum in association with Better Bankside ============================================================ [ 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 * Tlon Books closed; premises repossessed Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2552 * Geoffrey Chaucer demolition: alternatives proposed Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2551 * Cross River Tram: Assembly backs Kennington Road option Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2550 * Comedy promoters stage SE1 Laughter Week Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2549 * St Thomas' volunteers congratulated by minister Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2553 * Conference venue seeks local good causes Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2548 * Rolls Road toddler death: youths charged Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2547 * Palestra wind turbines disappear ... for now Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2546 * Huge blaze at Albert Barnes House on New Kent Road Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2544 ============================================================ [ Advert: The Traditional Acupuncture Centre ] The largest dedicated acupuncture clinic in Europe established since 1983. More than 20 professionally qualified and registered practitioners of Chinese Medicine including Herbal Medicine and Tui Na (Chinese Medical Massage) 75 Roupell Street, London SE1 8SS Tel 020 7928 8333 Email [email protected] Web http://www.acupuncturecentre.org.uk 5 minutes from Waterloo, Waterloo East & Southwark stations Open 8am-9pm Mondays to Fridays * 9am-6pm Saturdays Calm and tranquil atmosphere. Free consultations to discuss whether treatment could be helpful for you. ------------------------------------------------------------ Advertise here: http://www.SE1direct.co.uk/advertising.php ============================================================ [ 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'. ** CORRECTION ** COMMUNITY FILM CLUB - TATE MODERN Please note that the wrong date for this month's Community Film Club was printed in the February issue of 'in SE1'. The screening of Secrets & Lies is next Monday (12 February), not today (5 February) as previously listed: http://www.london-se1.co.uk/whatson/event/1732 SING SE1: NEW CHOIR TO SING AT FESTIVAL HALL REOPENING Tuesday 6 February 6pm-8.30pm at St Andrew's Short Street Do you want to be part of the new Sing SE1 Choir? Do you wish to be involved in the reopening of Royal Festival Hall? Then you need to be part of Sing SE1. Come along to this first gathering and find out what it's all about. Ages: 8 years and up Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/1740 PASTIME WITH GOOD COMPANY: SOUTHWARK ACTORS SUPPORT THE ROSE Wednesday 7 February 7.30pm at Rose Theatre Exhibition, 56 Park Street; �10 Pastime with Good Company - the famous song by Henry VIII - lends its title to an evening of English and European theatre, interlaced with musical interludes. It takes place in the mysterious and magical setting of the Rose Theatre. Words by Shakespeare, Marlowe, Beaumont & Fletcher, Moliere, Webster, Goldoni, Middleton, Greene, Lope de Vega and, for the first time on this side of the Atlantic, Andrew Harris. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/1568 BERMONDSEY COMMUNITY COUNCIL Wednesday 7 February 7pm at Harris Academy Bermondsey, 55 Southwark Park Rd SE16 Meeting for residents of Riverside, Grange and South Bermondsey wards. Updates from local police and community wardens. Progress report on Bermondsey Spa regeneration. Put questions to your councillors. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/1561 HOW TO MAKE BISHOP'S WARD THE BEST PLACE FOR A YOUNG PERSON TO GROW UP IN: WHAT WE WANT AND HOW WE CAN GET IT Wednesday 7 February 7.45pm-9pm at New Cut Housing Co-Operative Hall, 106 The Cut The Bishop's Ward Labour Party is hosting a series of panel led discussions on topics of local interest. Three speakers who bring different and informed perspectives will kick of each discussion, speaking for five minutes each. After that the discussion will be opened up to everybody. These meetings are open all who live in Bishop's Ward or who have an interest in local matters. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/1735 TRACHINIAE: THE KING'S COLLEGE GREEK PLAY Wednesday 7 to Friday 9 February Wed 3pm & 7.30pm; Thu 7:30pm; Fri 3pm & 7.30pm at Greenwood Theatre, 55 Weston Street; �8 (conc �3) The King's College Greek Play has been an annual an uninterrupted tradition since 1953. What distinguishes this event is that the KCL Greek play is the only production in the country to be performed every year in the original Greek Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/1637 SWITCHED ON LONDON: LIGHTING FESTIVAL IN THE POOL OF LONDON Thursday 8 to Friday 16 February Daily 4pm-12 midnight around the Pool of London A nine-night celebration of the relationship between light, architecture and the city. Temporarily and spectacularly illuminating some of the Pool of London's landmarks including HMS Belfast, City Hall, Tower Bridge, the Design Museum and the Tower of London. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/1737 SOUTH EAST LONDON FOLKLORE SOCIETY Thursday 8 February 7.30pm-11pm at The Old King's Head, Kings Head Yard, 45-49 Borough High Street; �2.50 (conc �1.50) Local historian Neil Gordon-Orr gives an illustrated talk on deities, saints and sacred sites celebrated within half a mile of SELFS's new venue. A bronze age barrow at London Bridge, dog burials in Borough High Street and the recently discovered Roman temples of Tabard Square will all feature. The area's shamanic poet John Constable talks about his experiences of the Southwark Mysteries. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/1596 FREE POOL OF LONDON BOAT TRIP FOR LOCAL RESIDENTS/WORKERS Saturday 10 & Sunday 11 February Trips start 9.30am, 11.30am & 2pm; free (booking info below) The City of London branch of the Maritime Volunteer Service is offering local residents and other local people a two-hour boat trip around the Pool of London on board their 45 foot launch Londinium 1. Participants will be told about the history and maritime heritage of the Pool of London. There are 10 places available on each trip, making a total of 60 people. The trip is free but places must be booked. See http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/1739 for booking instructions. Supported by the Pool of London Partnership Small Grants Fund in association with PricewaterhouseCoopers. POLLY TOYNBEE LEADS GENDER EQUALITY DISCUSSION FOR WOMEN Monday 12 February 5.30pm-7.30pm at Living Space, 1 Coral Street; free Do you have strong opinions about gender issues? If so, Lambeth Council wants to hear from you. Discussion chaired by Polly Toynbee. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/1745 THE FRIENDS OF HATFIELDS GREEN Monday 12 February 6.30pm-7.30pm at Practical Law Company, 19 Hatfields Discussing the plans for Hatfields Open Space and Hatfields Gardening Clubs. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/1592 ============================================================ [ February issue of 'in SE1' out now ] The February issue of 'in SE1' - our monthly printed what's on guide - is out now and can be picked up from 70+ locations across the area. Alternatively you can download your own copy as a PDF from http://www.inSE1.co.uk ============================================================ [ Situations Vacant - new feature ] We've introduced a new service on the London SE1 website for local businesses and organisations to advertise local job vacancies. http://www.london-se1.co.uk/classifieds/jobs/ Current job adverts: * Newly Qualified Teachers wanted, London Borough of Lambeth * South Bank Security Coordinator, Sth Bank Employers Group * Handypersons, Southwark Council * Business & Events Co-ordinator, Jerwood Space * Architectural position, Lees Associates LLP * Childcare Workers, Coin Street Family & Children's Centre * Sessional Workers, Coin Street Family & Children's Centre Details of these jobs - and how to advertise a vacancy - at http://www.london-se1.co.uk/classifieds/jobs/ ============================================================ [ Noticeboard ] "CRAZY FOR YOU" - QUAY PLAYERS AMATEUR DRAMATIC SOCIETY We are currently seeking new members for our small and friendly drama group based in Bermodsey, SE1. We are putting on Crazy For You in July - George & Ira Gershwin's toe-tapping musical comedy packed full of well known songs. Can you sing a bit? Can you dance a bit? Do you like having fun A LOT? Come and join us for rehearsals every Tuesday night at 7.30pm, St Anne's Church Hall, Thorburn Square, Bermondsey, SE1. Auditions to take place on Tuesday 20 February. Info from 020 7252 1970 or http://www.quayplayers.org.uk We can't wait to see you there! ============================================================ [ Arts reviews from the London SE1 website ] * Happy Days at the National Theatre Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2545 ============================================================ [ 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 * Farmers market in Lower Marsh http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/64212 * Cobbler's Nest http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/64430 * Lorries in Thrale Street; finding appropriate contact http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/64425 * Good Chinese take-away http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/64391 * Plumber average price please http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/64390 * Development of old Lambeth College http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/64375 * Southwark / Elephant & Castle supermarkets? http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/64350 * Phantom doorbell ringers http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/64328 * Donations wanted - Kennington Association Bazaar http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/64265 * Cleaners / laundry? http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/64247 * New Years Eve Le Pain Quotidien http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/64225 * Any recommendations for a sports physio in SE1? http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/64154 * Grange centre redevelopment application withdrawn http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/64128 * Borough Market petition nearly 20 thousand http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/64121 To see all the current active forum topics, go to: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/list/1 ============================================================ [ Business Forum in association with Better Bankside ] http://forum.betterbankside.co.uk * Where would you like cycle parking in the area? * Work Space * Storage / office space wanted * Business banking - who is good? http://forum.betterbankside.co.uk ============================================================ >> CONTACT DETAILS ============================================================ Before sending us event information or press releases, please read this page: http://www.banksidepress.com/listings/ Editor: James Hatts - [email protected] SE1 Direct is copyright (c) 2007 Bankside Press ============================================================ >> SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION ============================================================