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============================================================ [ SE1 Direct ] Issue 341 About this email newsletter: http://www.SE1direct.co.uk Daily local news & features: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk Monday 21 May 2007 ISSN 1750-0656 ============================================================ >> IN THIS BULLETIN ============================================================ * Local news & features from the London SE1 website * Advert: The Dental Practice on Tower Bridge Road * What's on this week * Situations vacant - 4 local jobs this week * 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 * Festival celebrates �2.7m Potters Fields Park revamp Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2722 * Swedish ship Gotheborg visits Pool of London Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2720 * Borough Post Office controversy reaches the Commons Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2719 * Save Borough Post Office say Lib Dems: petition launched Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2709 * Young Vic and Palestra win architecture awards Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2716 * New Mayor of Southwark: my "eternal regret" over race joke Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2713 * Monica Ali launches Oxfam South Bank photo exhibition Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2718 * Ron Kerr to be new chief exec of Guy's and St Thomas' Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2714 * Heritage award for Old Operating Theatre Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2711 * Dean of Southwark criticises "daft" no smoking signs rule Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2710 * Better Bankside launch for TfL's Enterprise initiative Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2715 ============================================================ [ Advert: The Dental Practice on Tower Bridge Road ] We can offer help with all your dental problems Nervous patients, NHS patients, fee paying patients and private patients - all are welcome We offer Cosmetic Dentistry, Tooth Whitening, Metal-free fillings, crowns, bridges, Surgical Dentistry and Emergency Dental Care Please call in or telephone to book an appointment 25 Tower Bridge Road, London SE1 4TL Tel: 020 7407 7427 Email [email protected] ------------------------------------------------------------ Advertise 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'. LAMBETH PAST: KENNINGTON, VAUXHALL, WATERLOO - HANNAH RENIER Monday 21 May 6.45pm for 7.15pm at During Library, 167 Kennington Lane SE11; free (suggested donation �2) Reserve your place: 020 7926 0764 [email protected] Hannah Renier talks about her new book on Kennington, Vauxhall and Waterloo. Booksellers Crockatt & Powell will be selling discounted copies at the event. http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1905286120/?tag=virtuallinse1 FLIXATION: UNDERGROUND CINEMA CLUB Wednesday 23 May 8pm at Miller of Mansfield, 96 Snowsfields; �4 (conc �3) No-budget underground cinema, performance and music. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/2229 MEDITATION FOR BEGINNERS AT JOHN HARVARD LIBRARY Wednesday 23 May 2pm-4pm at John Harvard Library, 211 Borough High St; free Learn techniques than can lead to a sense of calm and improve concentration. No experience necessary. Book your place 020 7525 2110 or [email protected] Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/2331 FAIR TRADE OR FOUL? PUBLIC DEBATE AT SOUTHWARK CATHEDRAL Thursday 24 May 7pm at Southwark Cathedral, London Bridge; free A public forum. Speakers: Hilary Parsons, head of corporate affairs, Nestle; Christopher Stephens, chair of the Traidcraft board; Alex Singleton, director general of the Globalisation Institute. All welcome to join the discussion. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/2343 EDIBLE ESTATE: PLANTING A VEGETABLE GARDEN IN WEBBER STREET Friday 25 to Sunday 27 May 10am-5pm (Fri: moving soil; Sat/Sun: planting) at Brookwood House, Webber Street Come and help plant a vegetable garden on the Brookwood Triangle at the corner of Lancaster Street and Webber Street. Part of the Global Cities exhibition at Tate Modern. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/2388 UBS OPENINGS: THE LONG WEEKEND - FREE EVENTS AT TATE MODERN Friday 25 to Monday 28 May at Tate Modern, Bankside; free A four-day festival of performance, dance, music and family activities for the late May bank holiday. On Friday and Saturday French artist Mathieu Briand will turn the Turbine Hall into a gigantic sound installation. On Sunday and Monday Brazilian artist Marepe reveals his spectacular gigantic carousel made from found objects from in his native Brazil, surrounded by tables laden with toffee apples. There will be a return of The Great Turbine Challenge, the 3000 square foot board game on the bridge in the Turbine Hall. Four yurts, each 24 feet in diameter, will be erected on the lawn outside Tate Modern. Families will be able to take part in a variety of activities. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/2197 FAMILY DAY AT THE DESIGN MUSEUM Saturday 26 May 10am-5.45pm at Design Museum, Shad Thames; �7 (conc �4; under-12s free) A day of fun and family-friendly activities, tours and hands-on workshops. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/2167 FREE FAMILY DRAWING WORKSHOP WITH GUY FOX HISTORY PROJECT Saturday 26 May 10.30am-1pm at Unicorn Theatre, 147 Tooley Street; free Draw and design entries for a new family newsletter. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/2389 TABLE SALE AT ST MATTHEW'S-AT-THE-ELEPHANT Saturday 26 May 11am-2pm at St Matthew's-at-the-Elephant, Meadow Row; free Includes plants, bric-a-brac and light refreshments. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/2092 LAMBETH PALACE GARDEN OPEN DAY: NATIONAL GARDENS SCHEME Saturday 26 May 12 noon-5.30pm at Lambeth Palace; �3 (child �1; conc �2) Visit one of the oldest and largest private gardens in London. Home-made teas served. Museum of Garden History also participates in the National Gardens Scheme on the same day. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/1921 FAMILY TREASURE HUNT AROUND SE1: STARTS IN BOROUGH MARKET Sunday 27 May Register 10am-4pm at Stoney Street; free Take part in a treasure hunt for all the family and uncover the hidden secrets of the south bank on foot. Clues are aimed at children from 7 years upwards but younger children are welcome as they will enjoy seeing the sights, sounds and smells along the way. All participants will receive a free goodie bag on completion of the treasure hunt. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/2210 VOLUNTEERING EVENT AT RED CROSS GARDEN Sunday 27 May 2pm-4.30pm at Red Cross Garden, Redcross Way Help Bankside Open Spaces Trust to improve a local park. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/2096 GUIDED TOUR OF RED CROSS GARDEN Sunday 27 May 2.30pm 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/2098 EUROPEAN NEIGHBOURS' DAY IN DUCHY STREET Tuesday 29 May 12 noon-6pm at Stamford Street Estate, Duchy Street; free Supported by the Peabody Trust. Fun day, entertainment for the kids and stalls from local services and businesses. Call Andrew Wilson to get involved 020 7021 4603. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/2195 READER OFFER: EVERYTWOWEEKS - EPSOM DERBY DAY TRIP - 10% OFF Saturday 2 June EveryTwoWeeks puts on regular social events in London, including a summer coach trip - this year to the Epsom Vodafone Derby Festival. Leaving from Embankment and returning to Auberge Bar in Tooley Street. Details here: http://www.everytwoweeks.com/twoweeks/event/2007_06/derby/ ** Use the discount code "se1" for 10% off ** ============================================================ [ Situations vacant ] This is the place for local businesses and organisations to advertise job vacancies in Southwark and Lambeth. * Director, Waterloo Green Trust * Project Facilitator, Waterloo Green Trust * Porter, London Centre of Contemporary Music * Accounts Assistant - Part Time, Reilly People Details of this job - and how to advertise a vacancy - at http://www.london-se1.co.uk/classifieds/jobs/ ============================================================ [ Arts reviews from the London SE1 website ] * In Extremis at Shakespeare's Globe Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2721 * Antony Gormley: Blind Light at The Hayward Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2712 ============================================================ [ 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 * The problem with architecture awards http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/71249 * Car Parking Spaces http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/71230 * Car Park on St Thomas Street http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/71229 * Vernon God Little at the Young Vic http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/71161 * Live/Work Rules http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/71153 * Banksy style art by the tank on the OKR http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/71045 * Minibus hire recommendations http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/70957 * Help a student please! (Looking for a job) http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/70956 * What's wrong with Lambeth Towers? http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/70950 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 * Urban Housekeeper * Office Space Required to purchase * Personal Training in SE1 http://forum.betterbankside.co.uk ============================================================ >> CONTACT DETAILS ============================================================ Before sending us event information or press releases, please read this page: http://www.banksidepress.com/listings/ Editor: James Hatts - [email protected] SE1 Direct is copyright (c) 2007 Bankside Press ============================================================ >> SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION ============================================================