SE1 Direct 452: London Bridge Fair, Waterloo & Bermondsey Carnivals & more
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[ SE1 Direct ]     Issue 452

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Monday 6 July 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
* July issue of 'in SE1' printed what's on guide
* 3 local job vacancies this week
* Small offices & desk spaces for rent
* Arts reviews from the London SE1 website
* Hot topics from the London SE1 Forum
* Local organisations forum with Better Bankside
* 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

* Newington Triangle: 28-storey spiral tower proposed
Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3986

* Fire at former housing office in Lynton Road Bermondsey
Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3981
 
* South Bank's Ancient Mariner struck down by swine flu
Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3984

* Florian Place development at old London Fire Brigade HQ
Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3980

* Elephant & Castle: Lend Lease deadline passes with no deal
Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3975

* Boris Johnson and Wayne Hemingway launch KiosKiosk
Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3978

* Heritage at Risk register highlights neglected buildings
Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3976

* Thames Tunnel exploratory works near Westminster Bridge
Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3985

* Oz Clarke releases 1,000 balloons at Vinopolis
Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3974

* New Dockhead & Old Kent Rd fire stations get PFI approval
Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3973

* Zoe Wanamaker visits Globe Education Centre building site
Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3972

* St Thomas' sexual health clinic could move to Elephant
Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3971

* Gordon Brown praises "great" Coin Street Centre
Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3970

* Spanish Civil War's UK volunteers honoured on South Bank
Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3983

* Hundreds of twins descend on St Thomas' Hospital grounds
Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3982

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{ Advert }

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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'.

TANGOCOMMUTE AT WATERLOO & LONDON BRIDGE STNS PLUS BRIDGES
Tuesday 7 July
6pm-7pm  at bridges and railway stations; free
Participatory dance event which will attract hundreds of
dancers onto seven London bridges and into seven London
railway stations. TangoCommute is accessible to everybody
and brings the the spirit of compassion and connection
between two people as expressed in tango to thousands of
commuters during London's evening rush hour on the day. 
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/7345


COSTUME MAKING AND DANCE WORKSHOP FOR BERMONDSEY CARNIVAL
Wednesday 8 July
4pm-5pm  at Ellen Brown Bermondsey Play Centre, 145 Grange
Road; free
This year's Bermondsey Carnival theme is a "Jukebox Journey"
where local groups will dress up and dance in carnival
costume. Free workshops for young people.
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/7365


UPSWING: AERIALISTS IN RESIDENCE ON THE SOUTH BANK
Wednesday 8 to Sunday 12 July
Times vary at Theatre Square, National Theatre, South Bank;
free
Week two of Watch this Space features an exciting week of
aerial activity, led by Artistic Director of Upswing, Vicki
Amedume.
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/7386


A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM AT NETWORK THEATRE
Wednesday 8 to Saturday 11 July
7.30pm at Network Theatre, 246a Lower Road; �10
Fantasy and reality interweave in spectacular fashion in
Shakespeare's magical comedy about love and its many stages.
High-energy production by amateur group Network Theatre.
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/6442


RUSH HOUR CONCERT IN WATERLOO
Thursday 9 July
at St John's Waterloo,  Waterloo Road; free
Free after-work music with Southbank Sinfonia.
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/6320


DAMES AT SEA: SUMMER PRODUCTION BY QUAY PLAYERS
Thursday 9 to Saturday 11 July
7.30pm at St Anne's Church Hall, Thorburn Sq; �9 (conc �7)
Musical performed by the Quay Players. Book and lyrics by
George Haimsohn and Robin Miller and music by Jim Wise. 
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/7374


THE RIDDLE OF SHONKS' TOMB: CHRISTOPHER HADLEY
Thursday 9 July
8pm at The Old King's Head, Kings Head Yard, 45-49 Borough
High Street; �2.50 (conc �1.50)
Christopher Hadley will ask if the fabulous stories told
about a Hertfordshire tomb remember a medieval 'dragon
slayer' or are simply attempts to explain its strange
carvings. South East London Folklore Society.
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/7243


LONDON BRIDGE FESTIVAL
Starts Friday 10 July
Brand new festival with lots of comedy, drama, poetry and more.
http://www.london-se1.co.uk/groups/london-bridge-festival


SUMMER FOOD MARKET ON THE SOUTH BANK
Friday 10 to Sunday 12 July
11am-8pm (Sun till 6pm) at Southbank Centre Square,
Belvedere Road
Due to popular demand the food market outside the Royal
Festival Hall is a monthly fixture throughout the summer.
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/6862


WATERLOO CARNIVAL
Friday 10 July
12 noon-8.30pm; procession 1.30pm at Lower Marsh,  Lower
Marsh; free
This year's Waterloo Carnival has an aliens theme. With a
Carnival procession of over 300 people aged 2 to 82 taking
place at 1.30pm. Mini Museum workshops will be taking place
from 1pm with the opportunity to 'Make Your Own Alien'.
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/6856


DAVID IDOWU 1ST YEAR REMEMBRANCE IN TABARD GARDENS
Saturday 11 July
10am at Tabard Gardens, Tabard Street
The David Idowu Foundation is organising this event in
Tabard Gardens to mark the first anniversary of the murder
of the local teenager.
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/7381


BAHAR SERT AT NEW CITY GALLERY
Saturday 11 July
From 10am at New City Gallery, 65  Borough High Street
Artist and theatre designer Bahar Sert - who made such an
impression on International Women's Day - will be back
painting in the window of this Borough High Street gallery.
Come and see her in action and talk about any commissions
you may like her to do for you personally.
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/7395


LONDON BRIDGE ANNIVERSARY FAIR
Saturday 11 July
10am-4pm  at London Bridge; free; programmes �5
In 1209 King John opened old London Bridge. This year marks
its 800th anniversary. The Anniversary Fair is being
organised by the Lord Mayor's Appeal. The bridge will be
closed to traffic (between 4am and 8pm) and open to the
general public during the day. Visitors will be able to
wander the bridge freely and enjoy a whole host of fun
activities and entertainment.ss
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/6265


BERMONDSEY CARNIVAL
Saturday 11 July
12 noon at Spa Gardens,  Grange Road; free
Around 20 local groups create costumes and performances to
parade through the streets of Bermondsey. The Carnival will
land in Southwark Park and launch THE EVENT.
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/7169


VILLAGE FETE AT LONDON SOUTH BANK UNIVERSITY
Saturday 11 July
12pm-4pm  at Keyworth Street & Ontario Street; free
Fun for all the family in Keyworth Street and Ontario Street
which will be covered with grass.
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/7234


JAZZ IN THE PARK: MAYOR OF LONDON'S RYTHYMS OF LONDON EVENT
Saturday 11 July
1.30pm-3pm at Waterloo Millennium Green, Waterloo Road; free
Performances with young musicians featuring jazz group led
by Annie Whitehead; tango band led by Roland Chadwick; and
the wonderful saxophone ensemble - Cat and the Jazz Kittens.
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/7391


AUDITION DAY FOR SOUTHWARK PLAYHOUSE'S YOUNG COMPANY
Saturday 11 July
2pm-4pm  at Bankside Community Space, 18 Great Guildford
Street; free
Be part of a new theatre group! Southwark Playhouse's Young
Company is looking for actors (aged 15-20) for their very
first production, East End Tales. No experience needed; just
turn up for the Audition Day.
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/7346


THE CROW'S NEST ON BOARD GOLDEN HINDE
Saturday 11 July
7pm at Golden Hinde, St Mary Overie Dock, Cathedral Street;
�8 (conc �5); no advance bookings
Cap'n John Crow, aka John Constable, performs poems and
songs from The Southwark Mysteries - inspired by the history
of Bankside and the Liberty of the Clink - with Niall
McDevitt and other bucaneer poets. Tom Baker (The
Bohemianauts) will play his own dark accordian ballads.
'Spit Yer Piece' floor spots, sea-shanties, street-songs and
'The Ballad of Mary Overie' to sing along to... Bar.
Optional fancy dress-code: pirates or tarts (Winchester
Geese). RSVP [email protected] then turn up before 7pm
to confirm your place.
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/7293


FAMILY DAY AT DESIGN MUSEUM
Sunday 12 July
11am-4pm  at Design Museum,  Shad Thames
Come to the Design Museum for an exciting day of fun and
family-friendly activities. All Family Day activities are
free and admission is free to children under 12. Normal
charges apply for adults.
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/6562


THE TAMING OF THE SHREW: FREE OPEN-AIR PLAY
Sunday 12 July
5.30pm at The Scoop,  More London Riverside; free
Come and watch accessible Shakespeare performed as the Bard
had intended. Brought to you by Full Tilt Theatre Company in
association with Bath Spa Live.
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/7353


ADVANCE NOTICE: MINT SUMMER GAMES FOR ALL AGES
Thursday 30 July
Family games 2.30pm-4pm The Mint Cup: 5.30 for 6pm-8pm at
Mint Street Park,  Southwark Bridge Road
This month a whole new event comes to Bankside, Borough and
London Bridge. Prepare to battle it out in the fearsomely
competitive world of the egg 'n' spoon, sack race,
piggyback, wheelbarrow, sprint relay, obstacle course, welly
wanging, three-legged and, yes, it has to be� the gruelling
tug o'war. Never have so many prepared to battle it out for
the honour of their team.
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/7396

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{ July issue of 'in SE1' }

The latest edition of our monthly printed what's on guide is
out now. Pick it up at 75 locations across the area, or
download a PDF version from http://www.inSE1.co.uk

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{ Local job vacancies }

* Event Stewards' Supervisors, Southwark Cathedral
* Neighbourhood Helper, Southwark Circle
* Part-time office worker for sushi company

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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{ Small offices & desk spaces for rent }

* Desk space in stunning penthouse office on Bermondsey St

Full details http://www.london-se1.co.uk/classifieds/offices

Why not advertise your office space here? Only �9.99:
http://www.london-se1.co.uk/classifieds/offices/post-advert

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{ Arts reviews from the London SE1 website }

* Mariscal - Drawing Life at the Design Museum
Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/3979

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{ Hot topics from the London SE1 Forum }

Our weekly digest of new topics started at
http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/list/1

* Noise Pollution on Redcross Way [Thameslink works]
    http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/112725
* E&C shopping - where to buy house plants
    http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/112713
* Dishwasher - help!
    http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/112680
* Talbot Dental Clinic
    http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/112654
* Cycle accidents on Borough High Street
    http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/112617
* Patchworking group?
    http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/112552
* Old Kent Road Asda
    http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/112526
* Jeweller to alter signet ring
    http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/112512
* Mums & Mums-to-be in Shad Thames
    http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/112444
* Tax Assist Southwark Bridge Road
    http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/112423
* Tennis camps for adults
    http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/112418
* Playschemes in the borough for 14 year olds
    http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/112406

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

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{ Local organisations forum  with Better Bankside }

* Summer activities locally for an 11yr old Autistic boy
    http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/9/111680
* Looking for hall to hire near London Bridge
    http://www.london-se1.co.uk/forum/read/9/111282

To see all the current active forum topics, go to:
http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/list/9

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{ Business forum in association with Better Bankside }

* Office Space Needed Near Borough Market
    http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/7/112437
* Looking for office space in SE1!
    http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/7/112287
* Calling all healthcare workers: Complementary or not!
    http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/7/112114
 
Read more at http://forum.betterbankside.co.uk

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