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============================================================ [ SE1 Direct ] Issue 348 About this email newsletter: http://www.SE1direct.co.uk Daily local news & features: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk Monday 9 July 2007 ISSN 1750-0656 ============================================================ >> IN THIS BULLETIN ============================================================ * Local news & features from the London SE1 website * Advert: If you need to source finance ... * What's on this week * Local job vacancies * 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 * Tour de France passes through SE1 - your pictures Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2806 * Southwark charity burgled three times in three months Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2805 * New design for "Baby Shard" gets green light Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2804 * Terence Driscoll - founder of Driscoll House Hotel - dies Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2803 * Bike bonanza at Bermondsey Spa ahead of Tour de France Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2802 * Planning application for Waterloo's 'Three Sisters' Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2801 * Bankside group scoops award for promoting greener travel Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/2807 ============================================================ [ Advert ] If you need to source finance, Elan & Co can help. We are Financial Advisors and Chartered Certified Accountants offering a range of Financial services Come and talk to us about- - Home Loans - Buy To Let Mortgages* - Commercial Mortgages* - Business Finance* - Insurance We offer a comprehensive range of finance services and do not charge a fee for residential home loans or insurance. We can also offer a full range of accountancy, audit and consultancy services. Why not subscribe to our quarterly FREE electronic Mortgage newsletter online at our website http://www.elan-fs.co.uk Or our monthly FREE electronic Tax Newsletter online at our website http://www.elanand.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 Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage. * Not regulated by the Financial Services Authority Elan & Co is a trading name of Bluestreet Ltd Bluestreet Limited is an Appointed Representative of Network Data Ltd., which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority for mortgage and insurance business only. ------------------------------------------------------------ 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'. WHAT'S IN IT FOR US? COMMUNITY FILM CLUB AT TATE MODERN Monday 9 July 7pm (refreshments 6.30pm) at Tate Modern, Bankside; free A series of short films and a discussion involving young people from SE1 United. All ages welcome. Membership of the Community Film Club is primarily aimed at those living and working in Southwark and Lambeth. To become a member email [email protected] or join on the night. Programme includes excerpts from We Are the Lambeth Boys (1958), a modern film about Alford House and a film by members of the SE1 United youth forum. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/2215 CHAPLIN CLOSE OPEN DAY Tuesday 10 July 1pm-5pm at Chaplin Close (Valentine Place/Boundary Row) Entertainment in a beautiful garden. Residents of the sheltered housing at Chaplin Close are looking for possible future tenants, friends, volunteers and local people to share their activities and space. A sandwiches & cakes tea available for �1.50 with as much tea as you can drink. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/2543 TAI CHI CLASS AT THE SCOOP Wednesday 11 July 7.30am-8.30am at The Scoop, More London Riverside; free In conjunction with the health club 37 Degrees More London is offering free Tai Chi classes on Wednesday mornings throughout July. No need to book - just turn up in the amphitheatre in comfortable, loose clothing 10 minutes before the start to register. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/2688 FREE MUSIC AT THE SCOOP Every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday in July 12.30pm-2pm and 6.30pm-9.30pm at The Scoop, More London Riverside; free A month-long season of free open-air music in The Scoop. Full programme: http://www.london-se1.co.uk/whatson/at/28/the-scoop WATERLOO COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT GROUP GENERAL MEETING Wednesday 11 July 4pm (note time!) at Waterloo Action Centre, 14 Baylis Road Regular public meeting of the group that monitors proposed developments in Waterloo. Agenda includes the future of the Living Space in Waterloo Road and the latest on the Elizabeth House development in York Road with architect Graham Morrison and David Hudson of developers P&O. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/1395 BBC 'HOW WE BUILT BRITAIN' PHOTOGRAPHY EVENT AT MORE LONDON Thursday 12 July 10am-4pm at More London Riverside, Tooley Street; free Following on from the TV series "How we Built Britain" the BBC wants to get the public out and about taking photographs of their local area and sharing them with wider communities. BBC Learning buses will be at More London offering free photographic workshops. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/2670 THE INDIGO SAXOPHONE QUARTET: MUSICAL CHAIRS IN CATHEDRAL SQ Thursday 12 July 12.30pm-2.30pm at Cathedral Square, Montague Close; free Local employees are encouraged to bring along their lunches or buy lunch from Borough Market on the way and take a seat at one of Better Bankside's pink tables and chairs. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/2457 HAMPTON HOUSE REDEVELOPMENT EXHIBITION - ALBERT EMBANKMENT Thursday 12 and Saturday 14 July Thu 3pm-8pm; Sat 10am-2pm at 20 Albert Embankment Newlands Enterprises are proposing to redevelop the site currently occupied by Hampton House on the Albert Embankment. The building is currently used by the London Fire and Emergency Planning Authority (LFEPA). A "landmark commercial and residential building" is proposed. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/2692 WATERLOO CARNIVAL Friday 13 July Events 12 noon-6pm; procession 1.30pm-2pm; free Taking you 'Under the Sea' with spectacular themed costumes, music and entertainment. The carnival procession will take place from 1.30pm-2pm along Lower Marsh and on Waterloo Millennium Green involving a range of people from the Waterloo community aged from 2 to 82. From 12 noon to 6pm visitors can enjoy live entertainment by Valentinos Street Band, carnival street performers and a salsa stage, while browsing the special market featuring exotic fresh food, drinks and smoothies and gifts. From 6pm there will be a street party, entertainment, puppetry and live music along Lower Marsh and outside Scooterworks, to take you into the evening. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/1941 SUMMER OPEN HOUSE & SALE AT LONDON GLASSBLOWING Friday 13 to Sunday 15 July 11am-5pm at London Glassblowing, 7 The Leather Market, Weston Street; free Music, refreshments, drinks and a free raffle for a spectacular and unique creation. All are welcome. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/2505 SOUTHWARK MULTI-FAITH WALK Saturday 14 July Find out more about the different faith communities in Southwark. Starts 9.45am New Peckham Mosque, Coburg Road SE15 Then 11am-12pm Old Kent Road Mosque, corner Rowcross St SE1 12.45pm-1.45pm St Peter's Church, Liverpool Grove, where there'll be a vegetarian lunch and a prayer room available 2.30pm-3.30pm Samye Dzong Buddhist Centre, Manor Place SE17 3.50pm-4.50pm St George's Roman Catholic Cathedral SE1 5pm-5.30pm Tibetan Peace Garden, GMH Park SE1 You can join at any point on the way. Please dress modestly and take shoes off at the mosques and Buddhist centre and women cover their heads at the mosques. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/2544 TURKISH FEST AT THE COIN STREET FESTIVAL Saturday 14 & Sunday 15 July 12pm-7pm at Bernie Spain Gardens, Upper Ground; free Back for a fourth year running is Turkish Fest - a feast of Turkish culture with music, dance, food & crafts stalls, family workshops and much more. The music line-up showcases a mix of traditional and contemporary sounds including folk. Plus fabulous displays of belly dancing. Enjoy the delicious variety of Turkish food and drink from pilav and dolma to lokum (turkish delight) and baklava. There are also stalls selling Turkish textiles, jewellery and other crafts to take home. Organised by Turkish Forum UK. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/2040 ROSE THEATRE: NATIONAL ARCHAEOLOGY WEEK OPEN DAYS Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 July 11am-6pm at Rose Theatre Exhibition, 56 Park Street; free See the site of the Rose Theatre and watch an audio-visual presentation. Also open following weekend. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/2658 BOLLYWOOD EXTRAVAGANZA IN THE SCOOP Sunday 15 July 12 noon-5pm at The Scoop, More London Riverside; free The Scoop at More London plays host to workshops and dance performance by professionals showcasing Indian dance and culture. This is part of the India Now festival. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/2684 EMPLOYMENT LAW AND HEALTH & SAFETY SEMINAR - ELAN & CO Tuesday 17 July 10am-12.45pm at Elan & Co, off Bermondsey Street; free Elan & Co in association with Peninsula Business Services invite local businesspeople to attend a free Employment Law and Health & Safety seminar. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/2656 IAIN DUNCAN-SMITH @ BERMONDSEY & OLD SOUTHWARK CONSERVATIVES Tuesday 17 July 7.30pm at The Hop Cellars, 24 Southwark St; non-members �10 Former Conservative Party leader and director of the Centre for Social Justice is coming to talk to Bermondsey and Old Southwark Conservatives about tackling poverty in Britain and seeking effective solutions to welfare provision. If you're interested in attending email [email protected] Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/2683 ============================================================ [ Local job vacancies ] This is the place for local businesses and organisations to advertise job vacancies in Southwark and Lambeth. * Office Administrator/Secretary, Artist Partners * Administrator, Vauxhall City Farm * Volunteer Visitor Entrance Assistants, Tate Modern Details of these jobs - and how to advertise a vacancy - at http://www.london-se1.co.uk/classifieds/jobs/ ============================================================ [ 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 * More Cats in Gaywood Street http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/73685 * Energy Conservation http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/73682 * The Elephant on BBC Radio London http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/73615 * Where to buy quality carpets locally http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/73609 * Canteen restaurant http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/73604 * Where to get car number plates in SE1? http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/73581 * Any City Walk residents? http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/73561 * Ugly buildings http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/73543 * Wild's Rents http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/73478 * Tesco Borough http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/73454 * Sports therapy massage http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/73447 * Recommendation Chinese herbalist/ accupuncture in SE1 http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/73439 * Good dry cleaner near City Walk/Bermondsey Street http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/73406 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 * 4 person office needed in SE1 * Bed and breakfast 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 ============================================================