SE1 Direct 429: Employment, Seafaring walk & Waterloo Square
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[ SE1 Direct ]     Issue 429

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Monday 19 January 2009                        ISSN 1750-0656

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IN THIS BULLETIN
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* Local news & features from the London SE1 website
* Advert: Alexander Technique at South Bank Alexander Centre
* What's on this week
* Job vacancies: Carer/general helper
* Noticeboard: Entertainers wanted for London Bridge Fair
* Hot topics from the London SE1 Forum
* Business Forum in association with Better Bankside

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{ 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

Get the latest local news on Twitter: http://twitter.com/se1

* Jimmy Mizen commemorated by Leathermarket apprenticeships
Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3714

* Last chance to vote for Dickens Square revamp
Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3715

* Culture minister visits Tate Modern to launch Artist Rooms
Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3713

* Lyle Tulloch Harper Road murder: two teens sentenced
Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3712

* Tower Bridge closure: London Bridge C-charge to be waived
Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3711

* 278-room Hampton by Hilton hotel coming to Waterloo Road
Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3710

* Mr Motivator hosts London Eye workout in Jubilee Gardens
Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3709

* Go-ahead for Hatfields ballet school & student housing
Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3708

* Fake poo at South Bank flashmob to highlight water poverty
Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3707

* Meeting backs parent-led ownership for Arc Nursery
Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3706

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{ Advert }

Alexander Technique at the South Bank Alexander Centre

Alexander Technique and Posture

The Alexander Technique teaches effortless movement and a
light and easy way of being upright. The lessons are
enjoyable and there are no exercises!

* The Alexander Technique gave Kevin Kline "about an inch
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* John Cleese says "I find The Alexander Technique very
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get to be light and relaxed."

If you want to find out more about the Alexander Technique
and how it can help you, contact us to arrange a free
20-minute introductory session. We are five STAT-qualified
Alexander Technique teachers with a wide range of
experience. Daytime and evening appointments are available.

South Bank Alexander Centre,
27a Blackfriars Rd, SE1
020 7928 6378
[email protected]
http://www.AlexanderCentre.co.uk

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{ 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'.

HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL DAY ACT OF REMEMBRANCE
Tuesday 27 January
11am at Soviet War Memorial, Geraldine Mary Harmsworth Park,
Lambeth Road
Ceremonies at the tree dedicated by Southwark Council to
Holocaust Memorial Day and an Act of Remembrance at the
Soviet War Memorial. The Mayor of Southwark, representatives
of CIS embassies, British Second World War veterans and
other individuals and organisations supporting the SMTF will
lay wreaths at the Soviet War Memorial during the Act of
Remembrance. The short ceremony will include brief addresses
from key participants, the sounding of the Last Post and a
two minute silence. 
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/5783


HOW FAR WOULD YOU GO TO SAVE ANIMALS?
TAKING THE WSPA CHALLENGE
Tuesday 27 January
6pm at Camelford House, 89 Albert Embankment; free
The World Society for the Protection of Animals (WSPA) will
be holding a public talk for animal lovers interested in
participating in one of WSPA's overseas challenges in 2009.
WSPA is organising four overseas challenges in 2009. These
are opportunities to walk, cycle, trek or even climb
mountains for the charity and see their unique animal
protection work in action.
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/6134


BEATING THE BOUNDS OF TABARD GARDENS ESTATE: FINAL WEEK
Tuesday 27 & Sunday 31 January
Tue 11.30am & Sat 6.30pm at Hankey Hall,  Hankey Place; free
Residents who know the estate well, including some who have
lived there for 60 years, are taking the time to lead walks
around where they live, sharing personal stories and
impressions of the local area, past and present.
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/6140


RUSH HOUR CONCERT IN WATERLOO - FREE MUSIC
Thursday 29 January
6pm-7.15pm  at St John's Waterloo,  Waterloo Road; free
Free concert with the Southbank Sinfonia. Simon Over,
conductor. Natalie Clein, cello.
Mozart Symphony No.29
Schumann Cello Concerto 
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/6207


LAMBETH'S LINKS WITH PHARMACY: BEHIND THE SCENES
Thursday 29 January
6pm-7pm at Royal Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain, 1
Lambeth High Street; free; booking essential 020 7572 2210
or [email protected]
Delve in to Lambeth's past and discover some interesting
links between pharmacy, medicine and our local area. From
large, beautifully decorated Royal Doulton water filters to
tiny Singletons eye ointment pots. From the famous Lambeth
delftware potteries making drug jars from the 1680s to
Stiff's pottery producing leech jars in the 1800s. All of
these were once within a stone's throw of where the Royal
Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain stands today, and
help tell the story of the history of pharmacy and the
development of medicine over time. This session includes the
unmissable opportunity to handle some of the objects and to
get closer than ever before to this wonderful collection.
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/6222


EMPLOYMENT ADVICE SURGERY WITH SIMON HUGHES MP
Friday 30 January
10am-1pm  at Unit 239, Elephant & Castle Shopping Centre
Simon Hughes MP writes: "I will be holding a special
employment advice surgery ... for anyone who has been made
redundant, is out of work or is worried that they may lose
their job in the near future. I am very pleased that
Southwark Works, an excellent local organisation, will be
hosting the surgery with me. Southwark Works specialises in
helping people with training to get back into work and will
be there with me to offer confidential support.
"I hope that anyone in need of help with employment issues
will come along and that we will be able to support those
who are out of work at this tough time."
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/6174


LONDON IMPRO JAM - FREE COMEDY EVENT
Friday 30 January
7.30pm at The Miller, 96 Snowsfields; free
To celebrate their success at the Edinburgh Festival, the
London Impro Jam ("the karaoke of comedy") are having their
first ever free show.
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/6270


FREE SEAFARING LONDON GUIDED WALK
Saturday 31 January
Meet 10.30am outside City Hall, The Queen's Walk; free
6.5-mile guided walk from Tower Bridge to Greenwich. Part of
Walk London's programme of free guided walks across the
capital.
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/6034


FREE SOUTH BANK & BANKSIDE GUIDED WALK
Saturday 31 January to Sunday 1 February
Meet 11am under Waterloo Bridge outside BFI Southbank; free
South Bank and Bankside at the heart of the capital's recent
investment in arts and culture. Architecture for the
Festival of Britain and buildings for the Millennium
showcase a diverse range of architectural styles. This walk
looks at the buildings and public spaces that have now made
this one of the most fascinating districts in central
London.
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/6031


WATERLOO CITY SQUARE EXHIBITION
Saturday 31 January to Thursday 5 February
Sat 1.30pm-5.30pm; Mon-Wed 9am-9pm; Thu 9am-6pm at Coin
Street Neighbourhood Centre, 108 Stamford Street
Residents and employees in SE1 are invited to have their say
about initial design concepts for a new scheme. The Waterloo
City Square scheme intends to transform the area around the
IMAX roundabout and along Waterloo Road to The Cut/ Lower
Marsh, which is currently unconnected, confusing and
difficult to navigate.
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/6018


WINTER CONCERT IN BERMONDSEY STREET
Saturday 31 January
7.30pm at St Mary Magdalen, Bermondsey Street; �7 (conc �3)
from 020 7231 6213
Following the success of the concert held in June 2008, St
Mary Magdalen is holding another mostly classical concert
with one or two unusual items. Tickets include a free glass
of wine at the interval. Any profits will go to the Salmon
Youth Centre.
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/5968

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{ Local job vacancies }

* Carer/General helper

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

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{ Noticeboard }

Short announcements from local organisations

ENTERTAINERS WANTED FOR LONDON BRIDGE ANNIVERSARY FAIR
In 1209 King John opened 'Old' London Bridge. This year will
mark its 800th anniversary. To commemorate this and to raise
money for The Lord Mayor's Appeal the London Bridge
Anniversary Fair will be held on Saturday 28 March.
London Bridge will be closed to traffic for the day and the
historic bridge will be recreated with craftsmen selling
their wares as they would have done hundreds of years ago.
The organisers are looking for performers to entertain the
crowds on the bridge during the day. All are welcome � from
poets to jugglers to musicians to actors � but should
provide entertainment appropriate to the period that the old
bridge stood - 1209 to 1831.
Full details: http://tinyurl.com/lbaf-entertainers

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{ 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

* Flm Cafe at BFI Southbank closed...
    http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/103291
* Vegetarian Haggis?
    http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/103271
* Sweet Pea - sell or swap
    http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/103270
* The Marigold, Bermondsey Street
    http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/103269
* Balls Brothers The Hop Cellars closed
    http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/103261
* B&Bs around Bermondsey Street
    http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/103257
* Waterloo Road History
    http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/103235
* Need to find a community room in Bermondsey
    http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/103209
* Sewing shops
    http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/103135
* Anyone know of any jewellery courses?
    http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/103064
* Best Sunday lunch in SE1?
    http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/103023
* Shell Centre podium & Jubilee Gardens s106
    http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/103011
* Newington Triangle development (Newington Causeway)
    http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/102980
* Quinlan's opticians - has it closed permanently?
    http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/102965
* Dependable childcare
    http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/102948

To see all the current active forum topics, go to:
http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/list/1

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{ Business forum in association with Better Bankside }

* Desk space available in private room
    http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/7/102682
* Small charity seeks FREE storage space
    http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/7/102455

Read more at http://forum.betterbankside.co.uk

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