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============================================================ [ SE1 Direct ] Issue 376 About this email newsletter: http://www.SE1direct.co.uk Daily local news & features: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk Monday 21 January 2008 ISSN 1750-0656 ============================================================ >> IN THIS BULLETIN ============================================================ * Local news & features from the London SE1 website * Advert: Do something life-changing in 2008! * What's on this week * Local job vacancy: Trainee Sushi Bar Manager, Tsuru * Noticeboard: London Bridge Cycle Park Survey * 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 * M&S Simply Food coming to Bankside Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3105 * Date set for South Bank skyscraper inquiry Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3104 * Wind turbines return to Palestra Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3103 * Louise Bourgeois's giant spider donated to Tate Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3102 * Workshops for drivers who break Tower Bridge limit Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3101 * Blackfriars media firm raises �2k for homelessness charity Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3106 ============================================================ { Advert: Do something life-changing in 2008! } With the Alexander Technique you can - move with grace and ease - sit effortlessly upright at your desk - be focused, effective and confident. "Slouching takes inches off your height and can make a dramatic difference to the natural line of your body. When you stand correctly your stomach will appear flatter. To overcome bad postural habits enlist professional help. A course of lessons in the Alexander Technique is the best method." - '40 ways to improve your body', Elle magazine We are four STAT-qualified Alexander Technique teachers with a wide range of experience. Daytime and evening appointments are available. If you want to find out how the Alexander Technique can help you, call us to arrange a free 20-minute introductory session. South Bank Alexander Centre, 27a Blackfriars Rd, SE1 020 7928 6378 [email protected] http://www.AlexanderCentre.co.uk ------------------------------------------------------------ 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'. TABARD GARDENS SOUTH TENANTS' & RESIDENTS' ASSOCIATION Tuesday 22 January 7pm at Hankey Hall, Hankey Place Come along to find out what's happening in Tabard Gardens South and take part in the Tenants & Residents Association. There's a planting project, a drama club, a pilates class & plans for much more. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/3858 WATERLOO COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT GROUP GENERAL MEETING Wednesday 23 January 4pm (note time!) at Waterloo Action Centre, 14 Baylis Road Regular public meeting of the group that monitors development in the Waterloo area and campaigns for better local facilities. Agenda includes a presentation on the Mayor of London's Waterloo Opportunity Area Planning Framework and how WCDG might respond with its own community-led manifesto for Waterloo. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/3686 DRAMA CLUB FOR 9-13 YEAR OLDS Wednesday 23 January to Wednesday 2 April Wednesdays 4.30pm-6pm at Hankey Hall, Hankey Place; �2 per session or �15 for all 10 sessions Drama club for 9 to 13-year-olds run by MakeBelieve Arts providing creative and participatory drama experiences that empower participants and increase self-esteem. Runs for 10 weeks with break for half term. Ends with performance for families & friends on Wednesday 2 April. To book a place ring Deirdre 07913 873861 or email: [email protected] Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/3860 THE LIVING CURRENCY: UBS OPENINGS LIVE AT TATE MODERN Saturday 26 to Sunday 27 January 11am-5pm at Tate Modern, Bankside; free La monnaie vivante (The Living Currency) is a two-day exhibition that sets historical and more recent approaches to the body as a focus of performance in the visual arts in dialogue with the latest developments in contemporary dance. This approach might be characterised as desire to investigate choreography in a sculptural way as arrested motion; a kind of degree zero of dance practice. For all ages. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/3664 NORTH LAMBETH PEOPLE FIRST EXPO Saturday 26 January 12 noon-4pm at Lilian Baylis Technology School, 323 Kennington Lane A 'marketplace' of information from many of the organisations working in North Lambeth, including Waterloo. There will be entertainment, health checks, children's activities and much more including free lunch, theatre skits and workshops for your ideas about making your area a better place. Two small grants will be awarded to local organisations by the audience on the day. Do come armed with questions for your local councillors and other key community representatives, as you'll have a chance to ask them on the day. Find out more about what's going on in your area and talk with your neighbours and with people from the council, the Police, health and local community groups. The event is part of Lambeth's new structure to replace the old North Lambeth Area Committee. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/3706 FILM FUNDAY AT BFI SOUTHBANK Sunday 27 January at BFI Southbank, Belvedere Road; Arctic Tale �8.60 (conc �5.25; Polar Express �12 (conc �8) ; all Film Funday workshops free New monthly Sunday of film activity for all the family. BFI Southbank will become a hive of activity with workshops, film screenings and special offers at Benugo Bar & Kitchen. Film Funday kicks off with a series of workshops; kids can enjoy an array of activities from film-making and creating their own storyboards, to face painting and fancy dress. The fun follows with a special screening of the hotly awaited film Arctic Tale (2006). A young polar bear cub and seal pup set off together on a heart-warming but dangerous journey where they confront predators and deal with the harsh reality of the melting ice world that surrounds them. A BFI IMAX treat, Polar Express also features as part of Film Funday. From the Academy Award-winning team of Tom Hanks and director Robert Zemeckis, it combines state of the art animation with the magic of IMAX 3D. Film Funday continues monthly throughout the year. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/3709 HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL DAY Sunday 27 January at Imperial War Museum, Lambeth Road Throughout the day the London College of Music String Ensemble will be playing short pieces. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/3837 BERMONDSEY COMMUNITY COUNCIL Monday 28 January 7pm at Harris Academy Bermondsey, 55 Southwark Park Road Meeting for Riverside, Grange & South Bermondsey. Agenda includes the Cleaner, Greener, Safer programme for 2008 and an update from local police and community wardens. Plus presentations on parks and open spaces, neighbourhood waste recycling and management and three local planning documents for discussion. There is also an opportunity to put questions to your councillors. Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/3662 ============================================================ { Local job vacancies } * Trainee Sushi Bar Manager, Tsuru Full details at http://www.london-se1.co.uk/classifieds/jobs Why not advertise your job vacancy here? Only �9.99: http://www.london-se1.co.uk/classifieds/jobs/add-a-job ============================================================ [ Noticeboard ] * London Bridge Cycle Park Survey Transport for London, Southwark Council and On Your Bike are planning to open a cycle park under the arches at London Bridge. Your views are wanted: http://www.londonbridgebid.co.uk/survey.aspx?ref=15 ============================================================ [ Arts reviews from the London SE1 website ] * Annie Get Your Gun at the Union Theatre Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3107 * La Cage aux Folles at the Menier Chocolate Factory Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3100 ============================================================ { 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 * Large development for Tyers Gate behind Bermondsey St http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/82476 * Double yellow lines http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/82471 * Laptop repairs http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/82406 * Malfunctioning cashpoint in SE1! Free money! http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/82365 * London Promenade project http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/82325 * Post/Toast Office Cafe on Bermondsey Street http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/82290 * Where is the Cobblers Nest? http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/82255 * RATS in Guys / St Thomas' Hospital http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/82219 * House on stilts at Tate Modern http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/82216 * Saturday lunch http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/82205 * Concrete floor painter http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/82186 * Fiat 500 in the London Eye http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/82147 * Exploded Buses on Newington Causeway http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/82124 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 } * Small cycle tour business needs space * Food deliveries to offices 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 ============================================================