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SE1 Direct 491: Waterloo Wildflowers, Haunted Pubs, Indian market ============================================================ [ SE1 Direct ] Issue 491 About this email newsletter: http://www.SE1direct.co.uk Daily local news & features: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk Tuesday 6 April 2010 ISSN 1750-0656 ============================================================ IN THIS BULLETIN ============================================================ * Local news & features from the London SE1 website * Advert: Do you need an Accountant? * What's on this week * No local job vacancies this week * Small offices & desk spaces for rent * Hot topics from the London SE1 Forum * Business Forum in association with Better Bankside * Noticeboard: problems with local postal service? ============================================================ { 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 * HOPE not hate: countering the BNP in South Bermondsey Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/4466 * Theo Paphitis launches Simon Hughes' election campaign Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/4463 * Cafe Amisha adds homemade pasta to popular pizzeria Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/4462 * Community orchard planted in Archbishop's Park Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/4461 * Waterloo Film Studios opens on Webber Street Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/4460 * All change: tributes to SE1 councillors standing down Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/4459 * London cycle hire scheme launches in July Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/4458 * Sunday food market launches at Elephant & Castle Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/4457 * Lambeth and Southwark councils could merge some service Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/4456 * New look for Redcross Way Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/4455 * Guy's and St Thomas' to take on community health services Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/4454 * Housing minister John Healey visits Tabard Gardens Estate Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/4453 * 2012 big screens in Jubilee Gardens & Potters Fields Park Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/4452 * Amano reopens at Bankside Mix but Viva Verdi shuts down Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/4469 * Funeral directors give Easter eggs to children's hospital Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/4465 ============================================================ { Advert } Do you need an Accountant who can alleviate you from the accountancy burden so that you can be dedicated to growing your business? 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Why not subscribe to our FREE monthly electronic tax newsletter at our website http://www.elanand.co.uk or our FREE quarterly electronic mortgage newsletter at our website http://www.elan-fs.co.uk Elan & Co, Unit 3 Cedar Court 1 Royal Oak Yard SE1 3GA Ph: 020 7403 1500, [email protected] We are located near London Bridge, just off Bermondsey Street. ------------------------------------------------------------ Get your ad here: http://www.se1direct.co.uk/advertising.php > Now taking bookings for early June onwards so be quick! ============================================================ { 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'. THE MAYDAYS PRESENT...TONIGHT'S TOP STORY Tuesday 6 April 8.30pm at The Miller, 96 Snowsfields; £7/£5 Newsflash! Award-winning improvisers The Maydays and an ingenious musician create a totally improvised show from local news stories chosen by you. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/8735 WILDFLOWER WONDERLAND IN WATERLOO Wednesday 7 April 12pm-3pm at Waterloo Millennium Green, Waterloo Road; free Activities will include sowing of wildflowers and vegetables to take home. Tea, cakes and flower bouquets to buy. Spring flower craft activities, facepainter and Easter fun. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/8693 YOGA ON THE SOUTH BANK Wednesday 7 to Sunday 11 April 10.15am at Clore Ballroom, Royal Festival Hall, Belvedere Road; free Join these Shadow Yoga sessions, which is a form of hatha yoga that deals primarily with dynamic movements and breathing to control our state of body and mind. These sessions are open to all levels, beginners are welcome. (There will be some yoga mats available but please bring your own if you have one.) Part of the Alchemy festival at Southbank Centre. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/8830 LIBRARY COFFEE MORNING Thursday 8 April 10.30am-11.30am at East Street Library, 168-179 Old Kent Road; free Come meet the staff of your local library. Refreshments provided. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/8852 HAUNTED PUBS OF LONDON Thursday 8 April 8pm at The Old King's Head, Kings Head Yard, 45-49 Borough High Street; £2.50 (conc £1.50) Talk by Alan Brook. London is a historic city full of mysteries and curiosities and home to many of England's oldest and most quirky pubs. It comes as no surprise that these pubs have a deal more than their fair share of ghosts, phantoms and ghouls or, as the old joke goes, spirits galore! A South East London Folklore Society event. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/8499 WATERLOO LIBRARY BOOK GROUP Thursday 8 April 6.30pm-8pm at Waterloo Library, 114-118 Lower Marsh; free The book group at Waterloo Library meets on the second Thursday of each month. The library buys fifteen copies of each title chosen. The titles range from contemporary bestsellers, to award-winners and the occasional classic. New members always welcome. This month the group is discussing Reading Lolita in Tehran by Azar Nafisi. Attending the group is free but there is a small charge for refreshments (wine and crisps) for those who want them. Contact librarian Stephen Males on 020 7926 8751 for further details. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/8733 THE REGINA MONOLOGUES: ONE-MAN SHOW ON ELIZABETH I Thursday 8 to Sunday 11 April 7.30pm (Sun 3pm) at Rose Theatre Exhibition, 56 Park Street; £10 (conc £8) from 020 7261 9565 or [email protected] The year is 1586, Elizabeth Tudor rules over her realm with a steal fist beneath a velvet glove. Dare we trust Elizabeth's irreverent spin on politics and power? Robert Inston's highly original one-man show, uncovers a woman whose wit, intellect and political prowess, captured continents and people's hearts in equal measure. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/8557 ALCHEMY MARKET: INDIAN MARKET ON THE SOUTH BANK Friday 9 to Sunday 11 April 11am-8pm (Sun till 6pm) at Southbank Centre Square, Belvedere Road During the Alchemy Festival, Southbank Centre Square offers a variety of Indian foods and crafts for you to enjoy, including hot dishes and chai. Come and try the tastes and smells of India. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/8618 JOHN HARVARD LIBRARY BOOK GROUP Friday 9 April 1pm-2pm at John Harvard Library, 211 Borough High Street; free The John Harvard Library Book Group will be discussing The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo by Stieg Larsson. Coffee and tea will be provided. To pick up a copy of the book or find out more about the group email [email protected] Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/8729 INTIMATIONS Friday 9 to Monday 19 April at Bargehouse, Oxo Tower Wharf, Barge House Street Virgin Media collaborates with United Visual Artists to create an interactive light installation celebrating 10 years of broadband in the UK. An immersive, light-based art installation by UK art and design practice United Visual Artists, Speed of Light explores the themes of communication and modernity. The responsive work puts the public firmly at the heart of the experience, with a series of experimental light works flowing through the labyrinthine spaces of The Bargehouse. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/8747 CREATIVE ARTS DANCE AND DRAWING WORKSHOPS Friday 9 to Saturday 10 April 11am-1pm & 2pm-4pm at Coin Street Neighbourhood Centre, 108 Stamford Street; free Participants will gain knowledge of choreographing dance movements within a group, and experience drawing form and movement directly using a range of drawing techniques and materials. You can just dance or draw or do both. There are limited spaces so advance booking is advisable. You are welcome to come along on to the morning or afternoon session on both days or just one day. Everyone is welcome, no experience required. Please wear loose comfortable clothing to move in and flat shoes. All equipment and materials provided as well as lunch to get the creative juices flowing! Part of the 'Living Memory' Heritage Project and Southwark Silver Festival. To book call 020 7021 1600, or email [email protected] Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/8867 DIANTHUS DAY Saturday 10 April 10.30am-5pm at Garden Museum, Lambeth Palace Road; Free with museum admission £6 (conc £5) To celebrate its 60th anniversary the British National Carnation Society will fill the Garden Museum with stunning floral displays. Come along for a day of lectures, floral art and nursery stalls where you can learn about and buy various carnations and pinks. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/8616 CHARLES DICKENS EXTRAVAGANZA Saturday 10 April 10am-12pm at John Harvard Library, 211 Borough High Street; free A celebration of the works of Charles Dickens for Silver participants and children. Share your favourite Charles Dickens story and join in performance, readings, and dressing up in period costumes in the newly renovated John Harvard Library. Library staff will lead you on a Dickensian journey for what promises to be an entertaining theatrical morning. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/8732 SQUEAK-OFF DANCE EVENT WITH ALVIN AND THE CHIPMUNKS Saturday 10 April 11.30am at Jubilee Gardens, Belvedere Road; free The world's first 'Squeakoff', a rodent vs human dance-off on the South Bank featuring the Chipmunks themselves and a special celebrity guest star. Anyone can join in the fun on the day: just visit the Alvin and the Chipmunks YouTube channel to watch the dance tutorial so that you too can shake your groove thing, Chipmunk style! Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/8891 GUIDED TOURS OF ST MARY MAGDALEN CHURCH, BERMONDSEY STREET Saturday 10 April 11am-2.30pm Tours at 11.30am & 1pm at St Mary Magdalen, Bermondsey Street; Suggested donation £5 Guided tours of the historic 17th century St Mary Magdalen church in Bermondsey Street. These tours lasts for about 75 minutes, and include the church ground floor and balcony, and the first floor of the medieval tower, for a suggested donation of about £5 per person. Photography is permitted, and there will also be tea and coffee etc. For those who are fit and suitably attired, there will also be the possibility (at the discretion of the guide) of a 30 minute tour around the higher tower and the roof space, for an additional donation. Numbers for the tower/roof are strictly limited to three at a time due to the inherent dangers of ladders, beams and plaster ceilings. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/8676 VIOLIN WORKSHOP FOR CHILDREN AGED 9+ Saturday 10 April 4pm-5pm at John Harvard Library, 211 Borough High Street; free Free violin workshop for ages 9 and above. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/8731 THE LADY KILLERS: COMMUNITY FILM CLUB Monday 12 April 7pm (refreshments from 6.30pm) at Starr Auditorium, Tate Modern, Bankside; free Five diverse oddball criminal types planning a bank robbery rent rooms on a cul-de-sac from an octogenarian widow under the pretext that they are classical musicians. Director: Alexander Mackendrick. 1955. Membership of the Community Film Club is aimed at those living in Southwark and Lambeth. To become a member (it's free) email [email protected] or join at door. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/8329 ============================================================ { in SE1 April edition out now } The April issue of our monthly printed guide to what's on across SE1 is out now. There are about 75 pickup points in SE1 or you can grab a PDF here: http://www.inSE1.co.uk ============================================================ { Local job vacancies } Why not advertise your job vacancy here? Only £9.99: http://www.london-se1.co.uk/classifieds/jobs/add-a-job ============================================================ { Small offices & desk spaces for rent } Why not advertise your office space here? Only £9.99: http://www.london-se1.co.uk/classifieds/offices/post-advert ============================================================ { Hot topics from the London SE1 Forum } Our weekly digest of new topics started at http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/list/1 * Looking for a flat/room to rent from July 2010 http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/8/124825 * Baby Friendly Venues/Resturants http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/124815 * Looking for 2 bed in SE1 http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/8/124801 * Thames Water - keeping you informed! http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/124781 * Mums-help sought - any recommendations? http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/124739 * John Harvard Library - impressions http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/124729 * Labour's London Borough of Lambwark! http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/124606 * Pubs with Food near the Menier Theatre http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/124605 * Hill House Blackfriars Road - what's happening? http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/124597 * Blackfriars Bridge and Thameslink works http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/124564 * St George's Day & World Cup 2010 in SE1 pubs http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/124533 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 } * Looking for meeting space http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/7/124522 Read more at http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/list/7 ============================================================ { Noticeboard } POOR QUALITY POSTAL SERVICE IN SOUTHWARK AND LAMBETH London Assembly member Val Shawcross AM writes: "I have recently received complaints about poor quality postal services in my constituency. I am told that items are frequently delivered to the wrong address - or even building! - post is going missing and delivery times are erratic. Some residents have even advised friends and relatives not to post important things to them at home as the likelihood of them arriving safely is small! "I want to find out how widespread this problem is so that I can raise these issues with Royal Mail. If you have any concerns or complaints about how your post is delivered, please get in touch and let me know. You can write to me at Valerie Shawcross AM, City Hall, The Queen’s Walk, London, SE1 2AA or relying on the post is too risky you can email me at [email protected] or call my office on 020 7983 4401." LAMBETH AND SOUTHWARK SPEAKABILITY GROUP Aphasia, also known as Dysphasia, is the loss of speech and language after a stroke, head injury or other neurological illness. There are more than a quarter of a million people living with Aphasia throughout the UK. However, their needs are often overlooked because they have lost the ability to ask for the help and services that we are all entitled to. Speakability (Action for Dysphasic Adults) is the national charity offering practical support and information to people with Aphasia and their carers, through a free Helpline 080 8808 9572, a range of helpful publications and a national network of Self-Help Groups. The Lambeth and Southwark Speakability Group meets between 2.30pm and 4.30pm one Wednesday a month at 1 Royal Street, SE1 7LL If you would like to find out more about the Group, please contact Speakability on 020 7261 9572 or email [email protected] ============================================================ CONTACT DETAILS ============================================================ Before sending us event information please see http://www.banksidepress.com/listings/ Editor: James Hatts - [email protected] SE1 Direct is copyright (c) 2010 Bankside Press ============================================================ SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION ============================================================