============================================================

[ SE1 Direct ]     Issue 302

About this email newsletter: http://www.SE1direct.co.uk
Local news and information: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk

Monday 21 August 2006                         ISSN 1750-0656

============================================================
>> IN THIS BULLETIN
============================================================

* What's on this week
* Advert: Metro Planting - Transforming Urban Spaces
* Local news & features from the London SE1 website
* Hot topics from the London SE1 Forum
* Final call for listings/ads: September issue of 'in SE1'

============================================================

[ What's on this week ]

Each week we select a few highlights from the community
and cultural eveqnts 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'.

BENJAMIN BRITTEN'S CURLEW RIVER AT SOUTHWARK CATHEDRAL
Tuesday 22 August
Curlew River is the first of Britten's church parables.
Based on the Japanese Noh play, Sumidagawa, and transformed
into a mystery play, it tells the haunting yet moving story
of a mother's search for her lost son across the Medi�val
Fenlands East Anglia.
It will be the only London performance in a tour of four
medieval churches by Mahogany Opera who specialise in
performing in unique venues appropriate for each production.
The artistic director is Frederic Wake Walker. Curlew River
was first heard at Orford in 1964 but had its London
premiere at Southwark Cathedral, a church favoured by
Britten.
Info & map: http://www.london-se1.co.uk/whatson/event/348


LUNCHTIME PIANO RECITAL AT CHRIST CHURCH
Tuesday 22 August 
1.05pm at Christ Church Southwark, 27 Blackfriars Road; free
(donations welcome)
A programme of piano music with Grace Mo, fellow of the
Guildhall School of Music and Drama.
Info & map: http://www.london-se1.co.uk/whatson/event/701


SE1 UNITED DANCE FESTIVAL
Thursday 24 August
12 noon-6pm in Archbishop's Park
SE1 United's first Dance Festival ever sponsored by Nike.
There will be loads of dance activities for young people
plus a community marquee bursting with fun.
Info & map: http://www.london-se1.co.uk/whatson/event/827


SOUTH BANK HOLIDAY DANCE WEEKEND - NATIONAL THEATRE
Friday 25 to Monday 28 August
Your chance to dance in Theatre Square
Info & map: http://www.london-se1.co.uk/whatson/event/492


ST GEORGE THE MARTYR SUMMER FAIR AT THE ROYAL OAK
Saturday 26 August
11am-2pm at the Royal Oak, Tabard Street
Books, bric-a-brac and tombola in aid of the St George the
Martyr Restoration Appeal. 
Info & map: http://www.london-se1.co.uk/whatson/event/712


FREE CREATIVE WORKSHOPS FOR ALL AGES AT THE SCOOP
Monday 28 August to Friday 1 September
Workshops at 11am, 1pm, 3pm at The Scoop next to City Hall;
free
The dynamic creative arts charity Create is offering four
days of fun-filled creativity for all the family at The
Scoop. Part of a wider initiative to encourage people to
explore the stimulating environment of More London, More
Creative provides families with a chance to be creative and
have fun together.
Mon: Music
Tue: Indian Dance
Wed: Storytelling
Fri: Drawing/Colouring
Info & map: http://www.london-se1.co.uk/whatson/event/828

------------------------------------------------------------
Running an event?   http://www.SE1direct.co.uk/inclusion.php
============================================================

[ Advert: Metro Planting ]

Metro Planting - Transforming Urban Spaces with Plants
Roof Terraces, Balconies, Courtyards and Gardens. 

Sympathetic and creative design plans. 

Specialising in creating thriving planting schemes for all
lifestyles and environmental conditions, using a range of
architectural and low maintenance plants. 

10 years experience, portfolio and references.

For more information contact: 
Claire Lakey BA (Hons) Garden Design 
tel+fax:  020 8299 3837   mob: 07900 932 064
http://www.metroplanting.com 

------------------------------------------------------------
Get your ad here: http://www.SE1direct.co.uk/advertising.php
Now booking for NOVEMBER - get in quick while there's space!
============================================================

[ 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.php

* New Archbishop's Park playground proves a big hit
Read more at: http://www.london-se1.co.uk/news/view/2297

============================================================

[ 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

- Elephant and Castle advice
- SE1 Royal Mail delivery office
- Open House London 2006
- Eco wooden flats off Bermondsey Street
- Community Ward Panel
- Demolition of Old School House at 12 Grange Road
- Le Pain Quotidien
- Small boat hire from Tower Bridge
- Southwark Playhouse premises
- Textile Bank
- Cycle accident Tooley Street: updated from injured cyclist
- 3 hotels planned for Waterloo Road
- Shopping excitement in Lower Marsh

To read and respond to these discussions and more, go to:
http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/list/1

============================================================

[ Final call for listings/ads: September issue of 'in SE1' ]

The September issue of our printed publication, 'in SE1',
goes to press this week.

If you're organising a local event in September, email the
details to [email protected] for consideration for a free
listing.

To enquire about advertising your business or organisation,
email [email protected] or call 020 7633 0766.

============================================================
>> CONTACT DETAILS
============================================================

Before sending us event information or press releases,
please read this page:
http://www.SE1direct.co.uk/inclusion.php

Editor: James Hatts - [email protected]

SE1 Direct is copyright (c) 2006 Bankside Press

============================================================
>> SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION
============================================================