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============================================================ [ SE1 Direct ] Issue 389 About this email newsletter: http://www.SE1direct.co.uk Daily local news & features: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk Monday 21 April 2008 ISSN 1750-0656 ============================================================ >> IN THIS BULLETIN ============================================================ * Local news & features from the London SE1 website * Promotion: 3 courses for �15 at Iran e Ma * What's on this week * Local job vacancies: 2 jobs this week * Local 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 * Princess Street GP surgery not moving to Borough Road Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3248 * Stabbing in Old Kent Road - witnesses sought Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3247 * New Potters Fields designs "by the end of the summer" Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3242 * Is Bermondsey Street a high risk area for negative equity? Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3246 * Holly's Flowers opens at Elephant shopping centre Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3245 * London Assembly candidates debate local transport Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3244 * Man sets off on 55,000-mile motorbike trip via Elephant Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3243 * Bermondsey to Brussels: teenagers present crime solutions Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3254 * Shakespeare's Globe celebrates Bard's 444th birthday Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3253 * Real iceberg in Jubilee Gardens Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3252 * 360-degree digital panorama on the South Bank Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3251 * National Theatre turns orange to promote Dutch Queen's Day Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3250 ============================================================ { Promotion } 3 courses for �15 at Iran e Ma Persian restaurant, Borough Road Book now at: http://www.london-se1.co.uk/restaurants/info/521/iran-e-ma ------------------------------------------------------------ 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'. TABARD GARDENS SOUTH TENANTS' & RESIDENTS' ASSOCIATION Tuesday 22 April 7pm at Hankey Hall, Hankey Place Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/3867 STORYTELLING FOR ST GEORGE'S DAY Wednesday 23 April 11am & 2pm at John Harvard Library, 211 Borough High Street; free Storytelling for St George's Day with Bob Askew and the Askew Sisters (fiddle and melodeon). Part of the St George in Southwark Festival. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/4303 GUIDED TOUR OF ST GEORGE'S RC CATHEDRAL Wednesday 23 April 11am & 3pm at St George's Cathedral, Lambeth Road; free Learn about Southwark's Roman Catholic Cathedral on the feast day of St George, its patron saint. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/4304 FESTIVAL OF ENGLISH FOOD ON TRAFALGAR SQUARE Wednesday 23 April 12 noon-7.30pm at Trafalgar Square; free Traders from Borough Market will be in Trafalgar Square to celebrate St George's Day. http://www.london.gov.uk/mayor/culture/stgeorge.jsp#food ST GEORGE'S DAY MASS Wednesday 23 April 12.30pm at St George's Cathedral, Lambeth Road St George's Day Mass attended by the cathedral Chapter and Cathedral Friends. The cathedral's relic of St George will be on display. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/3545 THE BALLAD OF ST GEORGE AND THE DRAGON - OPEN-AIR PLAY Wednesday 23 April Red Cross Garden 4.15pm Borough Market (by Roast) 5.15pm Charles Dickens Primary School, Lant Street 7pm; free Written about Sir Eglamore 500 years ago and adapted by the Lions part. Featuring our hero St George and a magnificent dragon created by the company, the Ballad celebrates our national day in 12 exciting musical minutes. Supported by Better Bankside. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/4305 YOUTH THEATRE AT HANKEY HALL Starts Wednesday 23 April 4.30pm-6pm at Hankey Hall, Hankey Place; 50p per session or all 11 sessions for �5 Youth Theatre for 9-13 year olds. Ends on Wednesday 9 July. No session 28 May. To book ring Deirdre 07913 873861 or email [email protected] Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/4510 SHAKESPEARE'S BIRTHDAY EVENT ON A BOAT Wednesday 23 April 6pm from Butler's Wharf, Shad Thames to the Globe, Bankside A mini Elizabethan theatre will transported up the Thames by boat from Butler's Wharf to Bankside with musicians and performers entertaining crowds along the riverbank. The event marks the start of the 2008 season at Shakespeare's Globe Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/4334 BOROUGH & BANKSIDE COMMUNITY COUNCIL Wednesday 23 April 7pm at Charles Dickens Primary School, Lant Street Meeting for Cathedrals and Chaucer wards. The meeting will start with a performance of The Ballad of St George and the Dragon by the Lions part theatre company. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/3974 ST GEORGE'S DAY VIGIL AT THE CROSS BONES MEMORIAL GATES Wednesday 23 April 7pm at Cross Bones Graveyard, Redcross Way A short remembrance ceremony to honour 'the outcast dead' under the protection of St George, 'Our Lady's Knight'. Assemble by 7pm at the Memorial Gates in Redcross Way. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/4381 MORRIS DANCING FOR ST GEORGE'S DAY Wednesday 23 April 6.30pm-9pm around Southwark Cathedral, London Bridge New Esperance Morris - a female morris side based at the Queensborough Community Centre - will be dancing with Hammersmith Morris Men, Old Palace Clog & London Pride on St George's Day. They will be performing at: * Southwark Cathedral * The Old Thamesside Inn * The Globe Tavern * Brew Wharf during the course of the evening. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/4518 BANG SAID THE GUN AT THE ROEBUCK Thursday 24 April 8.30pm at The Roebuck, 50 Great Dover Street; �3 Stand up poetry and live music fresh from The Bowery Club, New York. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/4249 A THROW OF DICE - SENIORS SCREENING AT BFI SOUTHBANK Thursday 24 April 2pm at BFI Southbank, Belvedere Road; free; Booking essential on 020 7928 3232 Screening for seniors in Lambeth & Southwark. Classic silent Hindi film directed by German-born Franz Osten who had a huge influence on Indian cinema. There will be an introductory talk and an opportunity for discussion. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/4380 SE1 UNITED 5TH BIRTHDAY PARTY Thursday 24 April 6pm at Living Space, 1 Coral Street Bring the whole family for SE1 United's 5th Birthday Party and AGM. Help us celebrate and enjoy our multicultural showcase including food, music and dance. Dress up in a world costume and win a prize for the best dressed. Find out more about SE1 United youth-led charity and tell them what you want them to. RSVP to Natalie Bell [email protected] or 07984 205 592. The more the merrier! Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/4552 SPRING PLANT AND GARDEN FAIR AT MUSEUM OF GARDEN HISTORY Saturday 26 April 10.30am-5pm at Museum of Garden History, Lambeth Palace Road; �3 (conc �2.50) One of 2008's earliest plant fairs will offer visitors lots of inspiration and a head start in the garden this spring. Specialist nurseries will come together inside the Museum to bring you a variety of species from clematis to shrubs to tender and hardy perennials. Selected plants people will give masterclasses throughout the day (free on a first come, first served basis). Plus drop-in gardening workshops for children. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/3811 HOLLAND HOUSE EVENT AT BERNIE SPAIN GARDENS Saturday 26 April 11am-9.30pm at Bernie Spain Gardens, Upper Ground; free The South Bank turns orange again as the Dutch invite the Brits to party... In the Madurodam kids' corner there will be plenty of fun and games. Sesame Street will be the main theme with several fun activities planned such as face painting and theatre performances. Adults needn't worry as there is lots of entertainment for them as well. With an extensive Dutch market and delicious local delicacies such as herring, syrup waffles and a selection of cheese, visitors will be spoilt for choice. There will be plenty of local brew on tap as well, courtesy of Heineken! Famous Dutch bands Crazy pianos as well as Bob and the Blue band will entertain the crowds with some well-known international favourites. Come and experience a little bit of Holland! Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/4221 FILM FUNDAY: NIM'S ISLAND AT BFI SOUTHBANK Sunday 27 April 2pm at NFT1, BFI Southbank, Belvedere Road; �8.60, concs �6.25, children �5.25 A preview of 'Nim's Island', starring Jodie Foster, with workshops for children from 12 noon (included in ticket price). Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/4248 BERMONDSEY COMMUNITY COUNCIL Monday 28 April 7pm at Harris Academy Bermondsey, 55 Southwark Park Road Meeting for Riverside, Grange & South Bermondsey wards. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/3972 ============================================================ { Local job vacancies } * Community Engagement Worker, Blackfriars Settlement * Office Administrator, Greenback Alan LLP Full 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 ============================================================ { Arts reviews from the London SE1 website } * Shine a Light at the BFI IMAX Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3241 * Mary Wollstonecraft painting at National Portrait Gallery Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3249 ============================================================ { 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 * Trip to London - advice please! http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/87084 * Facials http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/87045 * Heygate Tenants and Residents Association http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/87005 * SE1 House Prices Overvalued http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/86986 * London Assembly election in Lambeth & Southwark http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/86965 * Letting Agent http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/86860 * Manicure/Pedicure http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/86854 * Devon Mansions http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/86850 * 343 Bus Route http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/86838 * Can anyone recommend a good web designer http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/86824 * Know of any good docs and dentists? http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/86805 * Sofa delivery into 2nd floor flat http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/86795 * Graffiti Removal http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/86756 * Veggie Roast http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/86736 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 } * Business post services - alternatives to Royal Mail? * Food deliveries to offices * Best way to advertise? 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