SE1 Direct 601: London Photo Fest, Big Buzz & Flutter & more
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[ SE1 Direct ]     Issue 601

Tuesday 14 May 2012                           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
* Local job vacancies 
* Small offices & desk spaces for rent
* Hot topics from the London SE1 Forum

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{ Local news & features from the London SE1 website }

* London Bridge Station: local streets shut for 7 weeks
Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/5999

* Tesco Express coming to New Kent Road
Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/6006

* Derelict Valentine pub in Long Lane to be redeveloped
Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/6005

* Payday loan shop: councillors' veto could be overturned
Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/6004

* Shard developers to find 300 jobs for unemployed locals
Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/5996

* Imperial War Museum revamp approved by councillors
Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/5995

* Premier Food & Wine's alcohol licence revoked
Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/5991

* Man shoved to floor at London Bridge Stn: police appeal
Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/6002

* Southwark Civic Awards and Freedom of the Borough
Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/6001

* Judge pledges to reconnect 'aloof' crown court with locals
Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/6000

* Lambeth tree walk as saplings are delivered to palace
Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/5998

* Hercules Road shut as firefighters tackle house fire
Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/5997

* Blackfriars nightclub murder: police release CCTV images
Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/5994

* Armed police drama in Southwark after attempted robbery
Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/5993

* Victory Day commemorations at Soviet War Memorial
Read more at: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/news/view/5992

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{ What's on this week }

THE HISTORY OF THE WELLCOME: FREE LECTURE
Monday 14 May
5.30pm (refreshments from 5pm) at Museum of the Royal
Pharmaceutical Society, 1 Lambeth High Street; free; book
via 020 7572 2210;  e-mail [email protected]
What is the Wellcome � a company, a trust , a charitable
foundation? Professor Tilli Tansey's talk will throw light
on the history and work of this key organisation in the
history of pharmaceuticals worldwide. Tilli Tansey is
Professor of the History of Modern Medical Sciences (funded
by the Wellcome Trust) at Queen Mary College, University of
London and co-author of a book on Burroughs, Wellcome & Co.
A British Society for the History of Pharmacy lecture.
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/12578


THE LEGACY OF EDEN WITH NELLE DAVY
Monday 14 May
7pm at Waterloo Library, 114-118 Lower Marsh; free; book on
020 7926 1075 or email [email protected]
Nelle is an exciting new voice in the UK literary world.
Having used education to escape an abusive and impoverished
childhood she has gone on to carve a hugely successful
career for herself in the publishing world. Her debut novel,
The Legacy of Eden, has been described as a wonderfully
Gothic read and has received very high praise. A Lambeth
Readers' & Writers' Festival event.
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/12358


LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOUR: JUSTICE FOR AN UNJUST WORLD
Tuesday 15 May
6pm at St John's Waterloo, 73 Waterloo Road; free
Talk by Sarah Henderson, SPEAK Network. Part of The Isaiah
Community's 'Just Good Friends?' season of reflections on
friendship, justice and spirituality. The Isaiah Community
meets every Tuesday at 6pm to pray for love and justice in
the world.
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/12426


SHELL CENTRE DRAFT MASTERPLAN EXHIBITION
Wednesday 16 & Thursday 17 May
Wed 3pm-7pm; Thu 11am-4pm at Shell Centre reception, York
Road
The next round of consultation exhibitions and workshops
will offer another chance for local residents, businesses
and visitors to the South Bank to share their views on the
mixed use redevelopment of the Shell Centre site.
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/12572


LONDON PHOTO FESTIVAL
Thursday 17 to Saturday 19 May
Thu 10am-7pm; Fri 10am-late; Sat 10am-8pm at The Crypt, St
George the Martyr,  Borough High Street; free
The London Photo Festival aims to promote the sale and
appreciation of photographic art. The festival provides
amateur and semi-professional photographers with the
opportunity to exhibit their work, gain professional
feedback and to join a thriving community of photographers.
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/11964


ANIMAL ART FAIR
Thursday 17 to Sunday 20 May
11am-6pm at South Bank Riverside Walkway, The Queen's Walk
near Gabriel's Wharf; �10 (�8 in advance); children &
concessions free
From recycled metal sculptures through African art and
artists to sporting watercolours you will find an
encyclopaedic array of talent covering every price range.
Previously held at Fulham Palace, this year's fair is taking
place on the South Bank close to Gabriel's Wharf.
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/12270


BBC PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB ANNUAL EXHIBITION
Thursday 17 to Sunday 20 May
Thu 12 noon-8pm; Fri: 12 noon-5pm, Sat: 11am-5pm; Sun
11am-4pm at Simulator Gallery, Make Space Studios,  Newnham
Terrace; �2
Fifth annual exhibition showcases a unique and varied
portfolio of work achieved by club members during the last
year.
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/12468


LUNCHTIME RECITAL
Thursday 17 May
1pm-1.40pm  at St George the Martyr,  Borough High Street;
free
Free lunchtime recital. Refreshments served afterwards.
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/12477


RUSH HOUR CONCERT AT ST JOHN'S WATERLOO
Thursday 17 May
6pm at St John's Waterloo, 73 Waterloo Road; free
Free after-work concert with Southbank Sinfonia. Enjoy a
complimentary glass of wine while you listen. A tribute to
jazz pioneer Michael Garrick with musicians from the
Guildhall School of Music and Drama jazz department. 
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/12299


ANIMAL ART FAIR PREVIEW NIGHT
Thursday 17 May
6pm-9pm  at South Bank Riverside Walkway; �30 
The Animal Art Fair has chosen the Angus Lawson Memorial
Trust (ALMT) as this year's charity partner for the private
preview night. The ALMT will use all proceeds from the night
to support Peckham Shed Anyone Everyone Theatre, and in
particular their Summer School Project. Expect award winning
artists, fun, dance and drama as the young people from
Peckham Shed provide the entertainment with special
celebrity guest appearances, drinks and canapes. Mark Owen,
Mark Durden Smith, Rachel Riley, Miranda Hart and Clare
Balding have all been busy sketching their pets. The Raven,
Flossie, Clubs, Peggy, Archie and will all be available to
the highest bidder. Sponsored by Deutsche Bank, you can buy
your tickets now to enjoy Paloma Cocktails provided by
Amathus Drinks and Hire the Barman.
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/12583


FLORENCE NIGHTINGALE AND MARY SEACOLE: NURSE AND DOCTRESS
Thursday 17 May
6.30pm at Florence Nightingale Museum, St Thomas' Hospital,
2 Lambeth Palace Road; �12 from
[email protected] or 020 7620 0374
Florence Nightingale and Mary Seacole were both important
nineteenth-century figures, but Nightingale has been under
attack for some 30 years, while Seacole is now being treated
as "the real angel of the Crimean War". In this lecture Dr
Lynn McDonald will explain the differences between these two
women and their contributions, Nightingale as nurse, public
health and hospital reformer, and Seacole as doctress,
businesswoman, voluntary first aid worker and author. 
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/12467


AN EVENING WITH ... FRAME HOUSE
Thursday 17 May
tours at 6pm & 7.30pm at Frame House, 30 Rushworth Street;
�32.50 including prosecco; booking essential
This evening tour provides a rare opportunity to tour Frame
House, a slender prototype infill four storey house, by Carl
Turner Architects. In support of the Open City charity's
ongoing programmes Carl Turner will host this evening tour
of his client's home. This demanding site informed the
design which focuses on its presence to the street,
contrasting its brick surroundings with the simple use of
glass, steel and render, reflecting the sky. Internally
industrial finishes dominate the interior of this design
using an industrial aesthetic with exposed concrete ceilings
and walls, polished concrete floors and galvanised steel
finishes. Large, bespoke sliding doors in the facade design
maximise light. At third floor level, a courtyard at the
rear brings more light and links to the roof terrace above
with views across the surrounding rooftops and Renzo Piano's
hulking Shard.
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/12571


HISTORICAL TOUR OF ST THOMAS' HOSPITAL
Friday 18 May
10.30am at St Thomas' Hospital,  Westminster Bridge Road;
�3; booking essential 020 7021 1600 or email
[email protected]
An historical tour around St Thomas' Hospital led by Wendy
Mathews. All participants must be able to use the stairs.
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/12508


FREE TASTER SESSIONS AT MORLEY COLLEGE
Friday 18 May
at Morley College, 61 Westminster Bridge Road; free; booking
essential
As part of Adult Learners' Week the college is offering an
afternoon of free taster sessions offering the opportunity
to try out a number of activities including crochet,
photography, creative writing, yoga, African drumming, jazz
dance, public speaking, Italian and much more. Each session
lasts one hour and no prior experience is required. 
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/12528


UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA TROJAN MARCHING BAND
Friday 18 May
4.30pm-5.30pm  at Potters Fields Park,  Tooley Street; free
One-hour programme of popular music performed by a top
marching band.
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/12470


ARDENTE OPERA
Friday 18 & Saturday 19 May
7.30pm at St John's Waterloo, 73 Waterloo Road; �22 (conc
�18; student �10)
 Ardente Opera presents a programme to mark the 150th
anniversary of the birth of Frederick Delius. Alexander
Soares performs the revised three-movement version of the
Piano Concerto, followed by a concert performance of the
composer's final opera, Fennimore and Gerda, in Philip
Heseltine's English translation. The programme will be
conducted by Ardente Opera's musical director Julian Black. 
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/12496


THE GARDEN: COIN STREET NEIGHBOURHOOD FILM CLUB
Friday 18 May
7.30pm (refreshments from 7pm at Coin Street Neighbourhood
Centre, 108 Stamford Street; �4 inc refreshments
From the ashes of the Los Angeles riots arose a lush,
14-acre community garden, the largest of its kind in the
United States. Now bulldozers threaten its future.
Documentary exploring the struggle between urban farmers and
the City of Los Angeles and a powerful developer. Contact
Laura Reynolds for more information on 020 7021 1600 or
email [email protected]
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/12505


ELEPHANT & CASTLE LEISURE CENTRE FINAL DESIGN EXHIBITION
Saturday 19, Monday 21 & Tuesday 22 May
Sat 10am-5pm; Mon & Tue 3pm-8pm at Elephant & Castle Leisure
Centre
See the final designs for the new Elephant & Castle Leisure
Centre due to open in 2014. The existing centre will close
permanently on Tuesday 5 June. This is the final opportunity
to comment on designs for the new centre (and adjacent
36-storey residential development) before planning
applications are submitted.
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/12577


THE SOLDIER CHALLENGE
Saturday 19 May
Starts at Waterloo International Terminal; �50 per person
(in teams of 2, 3 or 4)
A fundraising challenge event that gives you the chance to
experience some of London's most famous sights in a
completely new way. From the event village in Waterloo
station, you and your team mates will be sent out onto the
streets with one mission - to complete as many of 35
military-inspired checkpoints as you can in four hours. From
abseiling at the Oval to an obstacle course in the moat of
the Tower of London, you will get exclusive access to some
of the capital's best known landmarks. In aid of ABF The
Soldiers' Charity
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/12494


JAMIE OLIVER'S FOOD REVOLUTION DAY
Saturday 19 May
11am-5pm  at Borough Market; free
Jamie Oliver has spent years campaigning to raise awareness
of the value of good, nourishing food. The next step of his
campaign is Jamie's Food Revolution, and on Saturday 19 May
events will be taking place around the world to teach people
about quality, wholesome cooking with fresh ingredient At
Borough Market apprentices past and present from Fifteen
restaurant will be cooking flatbreads in wood fired ovens.
Shoppers will be able to experience these expertly made
flatbreads in return for a donation, with all proceeds going
to charity. Graduate chefs from Fifteen will also be on hand
to offer top tips and recipe ideas direct from Jamie's
kitchen.
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/12582


THE BIG BUZZ AND FLUTTER AT ARCHBISHOP'S PARK
Saturday 19 & Sunday 20 May
11am-5pm at Archbishop's Park,  Carlisle Lane; free
First in a series of four fun weekends for all the family -
learn about beekeeping and wildlife and help plant a
bee-friendly lavender hedge for the park bees. They need
more food so they can make more honey. Over the weekends
there will be wildlife stalls, jigsaws, a drawing area, and
honey biscuits, mosaic making plus refreshments for
volunteers.
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/12544


COOLTAN ARTS LARGACTYL SHUFFLE: MAY DAY WALK ROUND SOUTHWARK
Saturday 19 May
Starts 12 noon outside Tate Modern, Bankside; free;
donations welcome
A free guided cultural walk around Southwark, promoting
mental health and physical wellbeing, using art, humour and
history and de-stigmatising mental distress. This month will
be an exploration of the origins of May Day and a
celebration of the return of spring. Learn more about the
history of the ancient festival and its connection to
Southwark. Learn about Walworth May Queens, the Bermondsey
Maypole, Morris dancers, Jack in the Green, Sid Barrett,
Folk songs and much more.
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/12580


LAMBETH PALACE GARDEN - NATIONAL GARDENS SCHEME OPEN DAY
Saturday 19 May
2pm-5.30pm  at Lambeth Palace, Lambeth Palace Road; �4
(children free)
Lambeth Palace garden is one of the oldest and largest
private gardens in London. Site occupied by Archbishops of
Canterbury since the end of the 12th century. Formal
courtyards with historic white fig (originally planted
1555). Parkland-style garden with mature trees, woodland and
native planting, pond, hornbeam allee. Also formal terrace,
summer gravel border, scented chapel garden and beehives.
Home-made teas available.
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/12226


SONGS TO REMEMBER
Saturday 19 May
7pm at St George the Martyr,  Borough High Street; �10 (conc
�6; child �5) 
Fundraising concert in aid of Ed-Bus, a charity working to
reduce social and economic disadvantage in Lambeth,
Southwark and Westminster. Featuring Preshanthi Navaratnam
(soprano), Ronald Samm (tenor) and Haruko Seki (piano). 
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/12581


'SONG AND DANCE' WITH ERNEST READ SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
Sunday 20 May
6.30pm at St John's Waterloo, 73 Waterloo Road; �10 (conc
�8) on the door
Ernest Read Symphony Orchestra concert. 
Info & map: http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/whatson/event/12579

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{ Local job vacancies }

* Public Realm Admin Assistant, South Bank Employers' Group
* Part-time Caretaker, Waterloo Action Centre
* Office Receptionist/Administrator, Depaul UK
* Art and Admin Assistant, The Goodlife Centre

See 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 for rent, team 51.5o architects
* Ground floor modern office space in London Bridge SE1

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

Why not advertise your office space here? Only �9.99:
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{ Hot topics from the London SE1 Forum }

* Draper Tenants' hall - sell off?
    http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/155402
* Looking for venue to hire for MBSR courses
    http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/155383
* Acupuncture recommendations?
    http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/155376
* The Woolpack
    http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/155361
* Air ambulance at Mint Street Park on Saturday morning
    http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/155351
* Famous people living around here
    http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/1/155313
    
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 }

* Interior designer suggestions please
    http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/7/154633
* Desk space / office sublet required
    http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/read/7/154064
    
Read more at http://www.London-SE1.co.uk/forum/list/7

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