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SE1 Direct 416: Ghost Walk, Veteran Car Run & more ============================================================ [ SE1 Direct ] Issue 416 About this email newsletter: http://www.SE1direct.co.uk Daily local news & features: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk Monday 28 October 2008 ISSN 1750-0656 ============================================================ IN THIS BULLETIN ============================================================ * Local news & features from the London SE1 website * Advert: Low-Cost Clinics for Biodynamic Massage * What's on this week * Arts reviews from the London SE1 website * Noticeboard: ADI Centre room hire & befriending service * 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 * easyHotel plans Waterloo low-cost hotel Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3576 * Enough! campaign seeks volunteers to tackle youth violence Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3575 * Waterloo's "three sisters" towers: Blears orders inquiry Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3573 * Boris makes "positive noises" about Cross River Tram Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3572 * Alan Bishop appointed as Southbank Centre chief executive Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3571 * Boris Johnson in Waterloo skyscraper U-turn Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3570 * Lack of public toilets on South Bank in Commons report Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3569 * Cross River Tram: City Hall committee divided Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3568 * Waterloo International terminal platform reopening delayed Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3567 * 1930s Old Kent Road pearly king paintings to be auctioned Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3566 * Borough Market olive oil social enterprise launched Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3565 * Apple Day at Borough Market and Southwark Cathedral Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3579 ============================================================ { Advert: Low-Cost Clinics for Biodynamic Massage } This holistic touch with profound effect can help with well-being and vitality, relief from emotional stress, reducing chronic pain and tension, digestive problems and more... You are welcomed to an initial session after which you can arrange for a course of weekly treatments to reap the cumulative benefits. We don't use oils, so no messy hair or clothes! If you prefer to, you may stay clothed during the treatment. For more information please call or see http://www.LSBP.org.uk For appointments: 07852 642 192 or e-mail [email protected] N.B.: Appointments must be booked in advance. Venue: Borough High St, (1 minute from London Bridge tube). Cost: �25.00 (50min treatment) (also occasional Open Days, Taster Days & Workshops) We also offer low-cost Biodynamic Psychotherapy / Counselling at the clinic with our advanced trainee psychotherapists. ------------------------------------------------------------ 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'. A GHOST WALK AROUND THE BOROUGH WITH JOHN CONSTABLE Monday 27 October Meet 7pm outside John Harvard Library, 211 Borough High Street; �7 (conc �5); no advance booking With John Constable, author of Secret Bankside - Walks In The Outlaw Borough. This popular annual walk takes in haunted pubs, a Borough magician, a female gladiator, Cross Bones Graveyard and the spookiest stretch of the Thames. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/5393 BOROUGH & BANKSIDE COMMUNITY COUNCIL: HAVE YOUR SAY Tuesday 28 October 7pm at St George the Martyr, Borough High Street Meeting for Cathedrals and Chaucer wards. Meet your councillors, find out about local projects and have your say. Agenda includes local youth services, road safety, Thameslink-related closure of the riverside walkway at Blackfriars Bridge and computers for the community. Plus regular updates from police and community wardens. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/5500 AN EVENING OF AFRICAN MUSIC & DANCE Wednesday 29 October 6pm-8pm at Hankey Hall, Hankey Place; free An evening of African Music & Dance provided by the African Diaspora Development Association (ADDA). All welcome. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/5724 CELEBRATING DIVERSE VOICES: A SHARED BLACK HERITAGE Thursday 30 October 12.30pm-5.30pm at Blackfriars Settlement, 1-5 Rushworth Street; free To celebrate Black History Month, Blackfriars Settlement hosts an intergenerational, multi-cultural show. * See art and craftwork that depicts black heritage * Hear fitting negro spirituals by the Nightingales * Share Black Heritage stories * Appreciate the common use of basic foods, beverages and music of black origin through the provision of traditional light entertainment and refreshments. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/5702 THE BIG DRAW TOPOLSKI'S WAY Friday 31 October 11am-4pm at The Topolski Studio, under Hungerford Br; free Explore Feliks Topolski's drawings and use the same appproach in your own work! A drop-in event for children of all ages (including the grown-up ones!). To find the Topolski Studio follow signs in the Festival Terrace area (near the Royal Festival Hall and Ping Pong restaurant). Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/5519 THE BUTTERFLY BALL: HALLOWEEN DESIGN OVERTIME Friday 31 October 6pm-10pm at Design Museum, Shad Thames; �5 in advance; �8.50 on the door You are cordially invited to attend the Design Museum's very own masked ball this Halloween and enjoy an evening of Butterfly Ball readings, nature slide-shows, gallery talks, music and dancing. It's the perfect way to view the Alan Aldridge exhibition. Those found not to be masked upon arrival will be whisked to the dressing room to create your own disguise. Mask making, make up make-overs, etiquette training, and of course dance lessons will make you look the part. A prize will be awarded for the most creatively attired. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/5705 THE HALLOWEEN OF CROSS BONES XI Friday 31 October 7pm at The Hop Cellars, 24 Southwark Street; �10 (conc �7); no advance bookings The dead live (and sing and dance!) in this performance by John Crow and Co. Songs, poems and ritual dramas from The Southwark Mysteries, spooky tales and bawdy humour, all followed by a candlelit procession to the Cross Bones Graveyard. Now in its eleventh year, this is one of the most extraordinary Halloween events in London. NB - all previous Halloween of Cross Bones events have played to capacity crowds. Please arrive at least 15 minutes early to ensure your entry. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/5398 LAUGHTER LOUNGE AT VINOPOLIS Friday 31 October 8pm at Vinopolis, 1 Bank End; �10 in advance �12 on the door New monthly comedy night at the Bankside wine tasting attraction. Tonight's lineup: Brendan Dempsey, Quincy, Henry Parker, Sean Walsh and MC Pete Jonas. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/5474 FROM WAR TO WINDRUSH WALKING TOUR Saturday 1 November 11am at Imperial War Museum, Lambeth Road; free; booking essential 020 7901 3034 Tony Warner from Black History Walking Tours will lead a Black History walk through Southwark starting at the Imperial War Museum From War to Windrush exhibition and ending at the Cuming Museum exhibition Keep Smiling Through: Black Londoners on the Home Front 1939-1945. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/5656 AUTUMN FAIR & TABLE SALE AT THE ELEPHANT Saturday 1 November 11am-2pm at St Matthew's-at-the-Elephant, Meadow Row; 50p 'Bargains for all' sale and refreshments. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/5713 A ROSE WITHOUT A THORN AT THE ROSE THEATRE Sunday 2 & Monday 3 November 8pm at Rose Theatre Exhibition, 56 Park Street; �10 from 020 7261 9565 This new play by Harry Denford tells the story of Catherine Howard, fifth wife of Henry VIII, and her love affair with Thomas Culpepper, who some say put the final nail in the coffin for a catholic England. Proceeds go to the Rose Theatre Trust which is working to preserve and display the remains of Bankside's first playhouse. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/5632 LONDON TO BRIGHTON VETERAN CAR RUN - WESTMINSTER BRIDGE Sunday 2 November Cars pass through Lambeth between 7.05am and 9.10am; free A celebration of the Emancipation Run held in 1896. Thirty vehicles travelled the 60-miles from London to Brighton to mark the passing into law of the Light Locomotives Act which raised the speed limit from 4mph to 14mph and did away with the requirement for a person to walk in front of a vehicle waving a red flag to warn other road users The first reenactment was in 1927 and the LBVCR has been held every year except during World War II and in 1947 due to fuel rationing. Cars cross the Thames at Westminster Bridge Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/5742 ALL SOULS' DAY SERVICE & CANDLELIT PROCESSION TO ELEPHANT Sunday 2 November Service at St Mary Newington 10am; procession arrives at St Mary's Churchyard, Newington Butts approx 11.30am St Mary Newington parish church celebrates its 50th Anniversary with an All Souls' Day service and candle lit procession to its churchyard at the Elephant & Castle. The parish is holding this procession to honour the memory of past generations of parishioners and to pray for their souls. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/5765 AFRICAN CLASSICAL MUSIC ENSEMBLE Sunday 2 November 5pm at Unicorn Theatre, 147 Tooley Street; �8 (conc �5) Composer and kora maestro Tunde Jegede leads his African Classical Music Ensemble for an evening of hauntingly beautiful medieval African music. Tunde and his ensemble are currently providing the music for Red Fortress at the Unicorn. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/5781 THEIR PAST YOUR FUTURE: COMMUNITY FILM CLUB AT TATE MODERN Monday 3 November 7pm (refreshments from 6.30pm) at Starr Auditorium, Tate Modern, Bankside; free An archive of London 1941-1951 from London's Screen Archives (116 min). Membership of the Community Film Club is primarily aimed at those living and working in Southwark and Lambeth. To join email [email protected] Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/5642 DRIFT 08 EXHIBITS EXTENDED DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND Three of the most popular exhibits at DRIFT 08, London's first annual art exhibition on the River Thames, have been extended until Monday 3 November. Works still on show include Feast of Skulls by Andy Harper next to Bankside Pier and Saved from Drowning by US artist Margaret Evangeline on the river opposite Tate Modern. Read more at: http://www.london-se1.co.uk/news/view/3521 ============================================================ { Arts reviews from the London SE1 website } * Red Fortress at the Unicorn Theatre Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3578 * Shooting Clouds at the Union Theatre Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3577 * Bill Gibb's Moment in Time at Fashion & Textile Museum Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3574 ============================================================ { Noticeboard } Short news items from local organisations FREE CONFERENCE ROOM FOR SE1 DIRECT READERS ADI Centre, 218 Lambeth Road is offering SE1 Direct readers one FREE 2 hour booking of the medium sized conference room in October and November. The medium sized conference room seats 50 people, has a break out area and a separate kitchen. It has natural daylight and is on the first floor; if you require an accessible space on the ground floor this can be arranged. The main hall, dance studio, computer suite, basement rehearsal space and offices are also available to book at a 10 per cent discount in November and there are reduced rates for community groups. To book your FREE 2 hour slot and tour please contact Eva Henry on 020 7928 6160 or [email protected] BEFRIENDING SERVICE FOR OLDER PEOPLE IN LAMBETH This is a free service designed to reduce social isolation in older people in this community through personal contact and friendship. Church.co.uk's volunteer befrienders will visit their befriendee once a week. Volunteers are CRB and reference checked. If you know of anyone who fits the criteria below and who would like the service: * Socially isolated * Over 65 years of age * Living in the Lambeth North / Kennington area (SE1, SE11) Please contact Shona Macpherson, Church.co.uk Community Projects Manager, 1a Kennington Road, London, SE1 7QP Tel : 020 7921 4212 email: [email protected] ============================================================ { 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 * Mario's Cafe, Waterloo - anyone been there? http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/98383 * Old Kent Road Surgery http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/98297 * Clarks shoe shop at the Elephant closing down http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/98222 * Helicopters http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/98149 * Schoolboy fight near Globe Academy http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/98118 * How is Mint Street Park now? http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/98091 * St Michael's School rebuilding - a good use of money? http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/98082 * Morley College Family Concerts http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/98074 * Planning applications for new housing around Elephant http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/98064 * Wedding Dress Dry Cleaners http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/98040 * Knife sharpening http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/98024 * If you don't live in SE1, where do you live? http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/98005 * Places to eat for �5 http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/97992 * Firework night - any displays? http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/97967 * Haircut http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/97941 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 } * Training facilities wanted * Looking for business property on Borough High Street * Space needed 6-9am for yoga Read more at 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) 2008 Bankside Press ============================================================ SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION ============================================================