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============================================================ [ SE1 Direct ] Issue 363 About this email newsletter: http://www.SE1direct.co.uk Daily local news & features: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk Monday 22 October 2007 ISSN 1750-0656 ============================================================ >> IN THIS BULLETIN ============================================================ * Local news & features from the London SE1 website * Advert: Why not try Integrative Psychotherapy? * What's on this week * Local job vacancies * Noticeboard: Big Ben Survey & Stop Smoking Project * 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 * Tesco Express opens in Long Lane Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2973 * SE1's hospitals rated 'excellent'; primary care 'good' Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2972 * Potters Fields: Southwark receives new bids for its land Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2971 * Queen and Prince Philip visit Pool of London Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2970 * Jam Factory planning fiasco: decision reached Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2969 * Doon Street doomed says Tory ex-mayoral candidate Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2968 * Last chance to comment on Shad Thames licensing saturation Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2967 * Local hotels showcased in architecture exhibition Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2965 * London Bridge businesses make green commitment Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2964 ============================================================ { Advert } Increasingly anxious? Always Stressed? Often depressed? Getting angry all the time? Problems with relationships? Why not try Integrative Psychotherapy? It is suitable for people who * Want to improve the quality of their lives- * Want some impartial support to get through a difficult time * Want to address issues that are becoming troublesome * Want better, more balanced relationships Annegret O'Dwyer is a professionally trained and fully qualified psychotherapy now in South Bank - having had a practice in Harley St for 10 years For an appointment please call 020 7620 0300 or use contact page on http://www.annegretodwyer.co.uk ------------------------------------------------------------ Get your ad 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'. SHAKESPEARE'S BANKSIDE: SECRET HISTORY GUIDED WALK Monday 22 October Meet 6.45pm for 7pm outside John Harvard Library, 211 Borough High Street; �7 (conc �5) A journey into the secret history and folklore of London's oldest Borough with John Constable, author of Secret Bankside - Walks In The Outlaw Borough. How English theatre was born in Southwark's Elizabethan red-light district. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/3073 AN EVENING OF BMX FILMS ON THE SOUTH BANK Tuesday 23 October 6pm-8pm in undercroft below Queen Elizabeth Hall, Belvedere Road; free Free open-air event as part of the London Film Festival In the undercroft (BMX/skate zone) underneath Queen Elizabeth Hall. With BMX Videos made by young people from South London, bicycle short films from the BFI Archive, music from DJ CK Flash and a special screening of JOE KID ON A STINGRAY, a documentary about the history of BMX. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/3401 SPEAK OF ME AS I AM: BLACK HISTORY TALK BY STEPHEN BOURNE Tuesday 23 October 7pm at London College of Communication, Elephant & Castle; free (booking via 020 7358 4178 or [email protected]) Southwark historian Stephen Bourne will give a presentation about how he put together Speak of Me As I Am, a Black history book about Southwark featuring - among others - Ira Aldridge, Mary Seacole, Dr. Harold Moody, Paul Robeson and Sam King. He will also discuss his recently completed documentary Aunt Esther's Story in which he uses family photographs and archive footage to tell the story of his aunt, a Black Londoner born before the First World War. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/3118 PLANS FOR NEW BFI FILM CENTRE ON HUNGERFORD CAR PARK WATERLOO COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT GROUP GENERAL MEETING Wednesday 24 October 7pm at Waterloo Action Centre, 14 Baylis Road Regular public meeting of the group that monitors proposed developments in Waterloo. Find out about the BFI's proposals for a new film centre on the Hungerford Car Park site next to Jubilee Gardens. Postponed from Wednesday 9 October. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/1397 OPEN MEETING AT THE YOUNG VIC Thursday 25 October 4pm-6pm at Young Vic, The Cut; free (reservation required) Many people have a stake in the Young Vic: the artists the theatre works with, the audiences, colleagues at other theatres, local schools, neighbours, public funders - such as the Arts Council and local borough councils - and private funders including many foundations and companies. "Find out who we are, how we chose our repertoire, what our aims are - and consider how far we succeed. We welcome questions, advice, criticism as well as ideas and engagements of all kinds." Places must be reserved in advance. Please call 020 7922 2922 or email [email protected] to register. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/3257 ROCKINGHAM COMMUNITY FESTIVAL Friday 26 October 12 noon-5pm at Rockingham Estate Play Association, 10 Dickens Square; free Event to bring together the community in and around the Rockingham Estate. Information stalls and workshops plus bouncy castle, face painting, music, dance, art and games. Free food and free raffle. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/3330 MAKE YOUR OWN BOOK WORKSHOP AT TATE MODERN (for ages 7-10) Friday 26 October 2pm-4pm at Tate Modern, Bankside; free (booking required) Alice Melvin will be running a workshop on making your own book. Alice is the author and illustrator of AN A-Z TREASURE HUNT (Tate Publishing �6.99). After guiding you through making a simple book, Alice will give you ideas for filling it, from rubber stamps to your own unique illustrations. Materials will be supplied. The workshop is suitable for 7-10 year olds. Parents are welcome to join in. The event is FREE but there are a limited number of places. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/3302 ONE EYE GREY - OUT OF THE ORBITAL GUIDED WALK Friday 26 October Meet 7pm at Riverside Bookshop, Hay's Galleria ; free Walk led by Chris Roberts as part of a series to mark the launch of the latest instalment of the One Eye Grey 'penny dreadful'. Pagan estate agents, buried occult castration devices and the strange case of the mummified cat are all mentioned along with other Southwark and City spookiness and folklore. Book via [email protected] as places are limited. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/3316 SATURDAY MORNING FAMILY CONCERT Saturday 27 October 10.30am-12.30pm at Morley College, 61 Westminster Bridge Road; �9 (child �6); family (2 adults, 2 children) �20 The Family Concerts are unique for their relaxed informality where young children can feel part of the excitement of performance. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/3168 AUTUMN FAIR & TABLE SALE AT ST MATTHEW'S Saturday 27 October 11am-3pm at St Matthew's-at-the-Elephant, Meadow Row; 50p "Bigger and better than before" according to the organisers. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/3110 STREETS ALIVE AUTUMN BAZAAR AT LAMBETH MISSION Saturday 27 October 10.30am-2pm at Lambeth Mission & St Mary's, 3-5 Lambeth Road Come and join Streets Alive for a community day featuring jumble, handicrafts, bric-a-brac, books & CDs, clothing, food and raffle. Streets Alive Theatre Company works with young homeless people. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/3360 OCTOBER PLENTY - HARVEST CELEBRATION ON BANKSIDE Sunday 28 October 12 noon at Bankside Pier, Bankside; free An Autumn harvest celebration held annually in Southwark. Beginning on the Bankside, by Shakespeare's Globe, October Plenty mixes ancient seasonal customs and theatre with contemporary festivity, joining with historic Borough Market, Southwark. October Plenty is a collective celebration of the seasons, weather and food, in a public place, with access to everyone. The event is free, and happens whatever the weather. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/2236 GUIDED TOUR OF RED CROSS GARDEN Sunday 28 October 2.30pm-3.45pm at Red Cross Garden, Redcross Way; free Find out about the Victorian roots of Red Cross Garden and its founder Octavia Hill by joining a free guided tour. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/2940 ============================================================ { Local job vacancies } * Homeless Winter Night Shelter Project Co-ordinator Details at http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/classifieds/jobs/ Why not advertise your job vacancy here? Only �9.99: http://www.london-se1.co.uk/classifieds/jobs/add-a-job ============================================================ { Noticeboard } BIG BEN SURVEY - GUY FOX HISTORY PROJECT The Southwark-based Guy Fox History Project is planning a big educational project to celebrate Big Ben's birthday in 2008/2009, and is are currently surveying the community about their experiences, feelings and curiosities about Big Ben. 1) What does Big Ben SYMBOLISE to YOU? 2) What would you like to know or learn about Big Ben? The answers will help to develop the educational heritage project in 2008. They are looking for anything - short answers, long answers, questions and curiosities. People can submit their ideas to [email protected] - please make the subject "BIG BEN SURVEY". SOUTH BERMONDSEY STOP SMOKING PROGRAMME A free programme to help you quit Every Thursday from mid October 2007, 12 noon - 5pm, at the South Bermondsey Children and Parents Centre, Tenda Road, SE16 3PN. Call 020 7525 0326 to book an appointment or for more information. All workplaces in England including cafes, pubs, and restaurants are now completely smoke free. Instead of smoking outside in the cold, we can help you stop completely. Southwark's community stop smoking advisor will support you to stop smoking, provide free nicotine replacement therapy, and give advice and information. ============================================================ { Arts reviews from the London SE1 website } * Sea Monsters 3D at BFI IMAX Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2975 * Booked at the Novas Contemporary Urban Centre Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2974 * Abolition Art at City Hall Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2966 ============================================================ { 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 * Council Tax single occupancy http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/78449 * Bermondsey St Water Works http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/78445 * Instant business cards http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/78429 * Empire Square http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/78428 * Is it a Banksy? http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/78422 * Looking for a chiropractic clinic http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/78365 * Roadworks at night http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/78335 * Mail delivery, post-strike http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/78310 * Good doctors in the area? http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/78308 * 63 Alscot Road http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/78307 * Employment lawyers http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/78295 * BT FON Wi - Fi community in SE1? http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/78207 * Calling all runners http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/78199 * New Wine Shop on Tower Bridge Road http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/78198 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 * Temp work wanted in SE1 * Have a drink with Distilled * Looking to buy a small business * Desk space and design partnering opportunity in SE1 http://forum.betterbankside.co.uk ============================================================ >> CONTACT DETAILS ============================================================ Before sending us event information please see http://www.banksidepress.com/listings/ Editor: James Hatts - [email protected] SE1 Direct is copyright (c) 2007 Bankside Press ============================================================ >> SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION ============================================================