November / December Issue Page 1

In Association with
Rendezvous – London

Hi Everybody,
Here is Page 1 of the November / December issue of the Ice & Fire eMag – with some great evenings for you to enjoy.
Also I would like to add a brief note of thanks - not only to my fabulous cabaret artists (see below) – but to all my great guests who supported our ‘Help for Heroes’ charity event at the Millennium Hotel Knightsbridge.
Without you it wouldn’t happen !! A big Thank you.

My best wishes,
Sandra

NB – For details on how to feature your event please contact me at –
sandra@icefiremarketing.com

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Ice & Fire eMagazine Edition #13 – November / December 2009 Page 1
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TOPICS in this issue*

Thank you – Holly Penfield, Anke Landeau and Tiger Lilly
Celebrity Stocking Auction - Macmillan Cancer, Waldorf Hilton,WC2
Social – Mince Pie & Bubbles Party, Kensington Gore, SW7
Anke Landeau – Performs Marlene Dietrich @ Punk, Soho W1
Networking – Media Mingles @Freedom, Soho, W1
Holly Penfield – @ The Green Carnation, Soho, W1
Joke Corner – Brain Teasers !!!
Tiger Lilly – @ Bar Monarch, Camden, NW1
Wine Tasting – Beaujolais Nouveau Party, Red & White Wine Club,
Brook’s Mews, W1
Politics – Dinner & Question Time, Conservative Policy Forum, SW3

Diary Notes – Quickies –
- Party Time and Charity Raffle at Utopia, Kensington W8
with Sally Farmiloe – Dress Glam - 10.11.09. 7pm ‘til late
RSVP to go on Guest List – SallyFarmiloe@aol.com
- Christmas Grand Sale , Royal Horticultural Halls, Victoria
SW1, 19 – 22 .11.09. Tickets – 01634 226203
http://www.ukgrandsales.co.uk/


– A reminder – not to forget –
- Ensemble Serse – Artaserse - St Giles Church, WC2 –
07.11.09. – http://www.ensembleserse.com/
- The Bruges Group Annual Conference - King’s College, WC2
21.11.09. - : http://www.brugesgroup.com/events/?article=14054

*Please note events are by topic not date order unless otherwise given

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First Off – A GREAT BIG THANK YOU to these THREE fabulously talented ladies -

HOLLY PENFIELD

http://www.hollypenfield.com/

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anke landeau
as
Marlene Dietrich

http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=671526122

http://www.ankelandeau.com/

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Tiger Lilly

http://www.facebook.com/tigerlillymusic

for helping to make my
‘Help for Heroes’ charity


fund-raising evening such a success –

thank you – thank you – thank you
My best wishes

Sandra


See Holly, Anke and Tiger Lilly LIVE in London – details below

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Macmillan Celebrity Christmas Stocking Auction


Wednesday 2 December 2009
at the Waldorf Hilton
Aldwych, London WC2


The celebrities
Each year we ask 15 celebrities to tell us what they would like to find in their 'dream Christmas stocking'. Among our incredible line-up of celebrities this year are:
Rob Lowe
Emma Thompson
Lily Cole
Philip Treacy
Kelly Hoppen
Dita von Teese
Sir Philip Green
The event
At this year’s spectacular, Burlesque-themed event, you will have the chance to bid on these exclusive stockings overflowing with incredible gifts ranging from extravagant holidays and stunning jewellery to money-can’t-buy items and once in a lifetime experiences.
Doors will open at 6.30pm and you will be welcomed into the Palm Court for a drinks and canapés reception where you will have the opportunity to browse the contents of each stocking which will be on display. The auction, conducted by Andrew McVinish of Christies and co-presented by Neil Fox, will commence at 8pm.
Join us on this dazzling evening and help us to exceed our target of raising £100,000 for the vital work of Macmillan Cancer Support.
Tickets
Tickets are just £60. All tickets purchased will be entered into a draw to win one of an amazing selection of prizes on the night!
Buy your ticket now!
Sponsorship opportunities
Support Macmillan and this glamorous event whilst gaining exposure amongst a very exclusive audience by becoming a Sponsor of the Celebrity Christmas Stocking Auction.
For more information on the Macmillan Celebrity Christmas Stocking Auction please contact Alex Blair at the London Events office on 020 7840 4800 or email -london.events@macmillan.org.uk

Contact Macmillan @
London Special Events, Macmillan Cancer Support,89 Albert Embankment,London,SE17 UQ

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Mince Pie & Bubbles Party


We hope you will join us at this very special party -

Drawing Room - Queen Alexandra's House
Bremner Road
Kensington Gore SW7 2QT

on

Wednesday 2nd Dec 2009
Reception 6.45 for 7 pm till 9pm
Sparkling wine and canapés will be served throughout
…..also mince pies
Pianist: light music and Christmas carols

A few high value prizes will be raffled during the evening
This evening is a revival of the popular Christmas parties held annually at Lachasse, hosted by Peter Lewis-Crown OBEin aid of The Westminster Society for people with learning disabilities, of which he is a Vice-President.

Ticket Price – £35.00

Booking Form
I wish to apply for ………..tickets at £35.00 each Total: £…………* I regret that I am unable to attend and want to make a donation of £…………I enclose a cheque payable to: The Westminster Society for £……….Name (CAPS) ........................................................................................................................orPlease charge my credit/debit card/VISA/MasterCard/CAF/Maestro CardCard No:……………………………………. 3-digit security no: …….... Valid from: ......./.........Expiry date:…….......... Name on card……………………….........................................……….
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*MAKE A GIFT AID DECLARATION TOMAKE YOUR GIFT GO FURTHER If you pay UK income tax, for every £1 you give, thecharity can claim an extra 28p from the InlandRevenue, adding nearly a third to the value of yourdonation.Just tick here
Signature:…………………………………………
Please send completed form to:Mrs. Virginia Villiers, Clyde Villa,98 Ravenscourt Road, London W6 OUGTel. 020 8563 1238

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Join Anke Landeau for her Birthday Party -

ANKE LANDEAU

performs

Dietrich

PLUS wonderful guest artists

Punk Rocks

Tuesday 1st December 2009 @ 9pm

Venue

PUNK
14 Soho St
London W1

ENTRANCE - £5.00

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Now for some more mingling with –

Media Mingles fabulous media networking night.....Friday 13th November 2009
Lets make November Friday 13th lucky for you! Media Mingles networking is for everyone in media who happens to be currently unattached........
If you work in FILM, TELEVISION, RADIO, MUSIC or FASHION you'd be crazy not to come. Remember, we had over 300 people at our last event.
Grab your tickets NOW!!! Just £5.00 go to –
http://www.mediamingles.com/
We will be kicking off at 7pm and are lucky enough to have secured the fabulous venue Freedom in SOHO http://www.freedombarsoho.com/.
This time Bullet events are going to come and network with us, bringing with them their huge contacts list ...... So yet again more new people and more new contacts to mingle with. The music will be super low until 11pm and this time we also have some glamorous Minglers on board to help make introductions for jobs, friendships or just for sending someone a drink...Just look out for the crew with MM t-shirts.......Or come and find myself or Chloe...
Also don't want to be a bore but......Once again we completely sold out last time and I hate disappointing you so grab your tickets quickly! If you do not have a ticket and your name on the guest list you cannot get in...sorry...
Join our facebook group and our twitter page to make sure you don't miss out on new events, jobs, castings and much much more.....
See you there love Kat and the MM Crew from Pinewood Studios xxxxxxxx
If you can’t make this event but would like to be on the list for our upcoming parties email info@mediamingles.com.
http://www.kathryncamsey.com/
kat@mediamingles.com

© 2009 Media Mingles


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HOLLY PENFIELD

Live Jazz Music London - Holly Penfield performs some of the best Live Jazz Music in London, come along and see for yourself why this highly talented jazz singer/songwriter never fails to impress. "a must-see for any visitor to London" – TheatreLand Paul Ibell"a devilishly talented singer" - Evening Standard "a captivating, compelling performer" - The Scotsman
Join Holly and her fabulous live jazz trio on

Monday 16th November
at
The GREEN CARNATION – (upstairs bar)
10pm till midnight
Entry FREE
The Green Carnation, 5 Greek Street, Soho, London W1

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Joke Corner - Brain Stuff
. . From Cambridge University . Olny srmat poelpe can raed tihs. I cdnuolt blveiee taht I cluod aulaclty uesdnatnrd waht I was rdanieg. The phaonmneal pweor of the hmuan mnid, aoccdrnig to a rscheearch at Cmabrigde Uinervtisy, it deosn't mttaer in waht oredr the ltteers in a wrod are, the olny iprmoatnt tihng is taht the frist and lsat ltteer be in the rghit pclae. The rset can be a taotl mses and you can sitll raed it wouthit a porbelm. Tihs is bcuseae the huamn mnid deos not raed ervey lteter by istlef, but the wrod as a wlohe. Amzanig huh? yaeh and I awlyas tghuhot slpeling was ipmorantt!
if you can raed tihs psas it on !!

PHEW !!!!

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No 4 – Tiger Lilly’s "New Life" has gone in at no.4 in the UKs Top 40 Unsigned Charts on tour dates!!!!
Fantastic !!!!
http://www.tourdates.co.uk/unsigned-chart/01-nov-2009

This is based on downloads so please do log in and download the track for FREE....’Chasing Ghosts’ got to no.2’Wait For you’ got to no.4’New Life’ has just gone in at no.4!! - let’s make it climb!!
"Singer/songwriter Tiger Lilly is fast becoming music's hottest new property, with fresh attitude, an amazing voice, and great lyrics, she is definitely the one to watch in 2010"

Rob King
Tour Manager
Control Music Management

“Tiger Lilly is the kind of singer/songwriter which you just have to love, combining strength with openness. It’s this mix of power and vulnerability that lifts her above others. Overall, great quality from somebody who proved to be a fantastic singer writer.”

Alex Worth
Interactive Account Director
Ogilvy Worldwide, London

"Having seen Tiger Lilly perform at a recent high profile charity event, I was touched by her unique style and first class performance. Many artists can captivate you but Tiger Lilly not only captivates the audience with her fabulously talented voice she has the voice and charisma to propel her to stardom imminently. "A fantastic live performance from a truly inspiring young individual."

Chelsey Baker
TV Presenter
Dates in London to see Tiger Lilly LIVE –
Thursday 12th November- APPRECIATION@ BAR MONARCH CAMDEN- VIP Guest List onlyThursday 19th November- PROJECT MODELS LAUNCH PARTY @ FREEDOM- VIP Guest List only
For full details and to get on the VIP Guest List contact –
dani@tigerlillymusic.co.uk

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Now make Friday the 13th – a Night to remember with -

Time to partake of a drop of the Red Stuff –
with the
Red & White Wine Club

You are invited to a Beaujolais Nouveau party
on 19 November 2009 @ 7pm
Wine – Canapes - Music
Venue -
Maddox Arts Gallery, 52 Brook’s Mews W1
Tickets £25.00 via Paypal or £30.00 in person
For full details contact – Yulia – 07804 708851 / Alya – 07940 465275

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A great opportunity to question a MP on whatever you like !!!
The Cities of London & Westminster Conservative Association
http://www.westminsterconservatives.co.uk/

CONSERVATIVE POLICY FORUM (CPF) and
KENSINGTON & CHELSEA CPF
have pleasure in inviting you to a
DINNER & QUESTION TIME PANEL
with
SIR GEORGE YOUNG Bt., MP

at Kensington & Chelsea Conservative Association
1a Chelsea Manor Street, SW3

on Wednesday 11th November 2009
at 7.15pm
Three course meal and wine
RSVP
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To: Tony Devenish, Apt 4, 1 Ambrosden Avenue, London SW1P 1QQ.
Tel: 07917 174 084 Email: tony.devenish@dalkia.co.uk


* Please reserve ……. places at the Dinner & Question Time on
11th November @ £25 each for which I enclose a cheque for
£ ..........

* I/We cannot attend but enclose a donation of £ .............
(Please make cheques payable to CLWCA)


Name: ______________________________________________________
(Block capitals please)
Address: ____________________________________________________

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N.B. No tickets will be issued; a guest list will checked on the door

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October / November Issue Page 1

In Association with
Rendezvous – London

Hi Everybody,
Here is Page 1 of the October / November issue of the Ice & Fire eMag –
No rhyme, No reason to the content – just a mix of events -

We hope you find an event to enjoy.

My best wishes,
Sandra

NB – For details on how to feature your event please contact me at –
sandra@icefiremarketing.com

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Ice & Fire eMagazine Edition #12 – October / November 2009 Page 1
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TOPICS in this issue*

Theatre – Valerie Leon’s ‘Carry On’ at the Jermyn Street Theatre, SW1
Opera - Ensemble Serse performs Artaserse, St Giles Church, WC2
Comedy – Rhona Cameron + friends entertain at a comedy dinner –
Boisdale of Belgravia, SW1
Joke Corner – Gems of Wit!!!
Politics – The Bruges Group Annual Conference, ‘The Future of the EU –
Can it Survive?’ King’s College, WC2
Art – Book Launch / Art Event, Queen’s Elm Gallery, SW3 – 16.10.09.
More Art - ‘Celebrities and Muses’, Opening Night - Gallery 27,
27 Cork Street, W1

Diary Notes – Quickies –
- Michael Ward’s show ‘Ebb and Flow’ at Gallery 286,
London SW5
For Private View contact - Tel: 020 7370 2239 http://www.gallery286.com/

– A reminder – not to forget –
A Cabaret evening at MU Venue, Knightsbridge SW1
in support of the ‘Help for Heroes’ charity
For details contact Sandra Hammond on –
tel: 020 7376 8345 / mob: 07885 620472


*Please note events are by topic not date order unless otherwise given

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Valerie Leon’s - Carry On !
Sunday – 01 November 2009

Valerie Leon

An intimate, illuminating and illustrated evening

The ever glamorous icon of the ‘70s Valerie Leon –
Hammer horror star, twice Bond girl and six times Carry On girl
Talks about her life and career during this golden age of British film and television.

The talk will be illustrated with vintage material from her association with some of the 70’s classics.

http://www.valerieleon.com/

Sunday, 01 November 2009 @ 8.00pm
Tickets - £12.00

Venue – The Jermyn Street Theatre
16b Jermyn Street
London SW1
Tel: 020 7287 2875

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On to Opera with a twist –
Ensemble Serse

Ensemble Serse
Ensemble Serse is a period band of young international musicians founded by male soprano Calvin Wells. Their aim is to provide a platform to showcase young talent as well as to present neglected dramatic works from the 18th century in historically informed productions. All of the performances are on period instruments.
The inspiration behind the ensemble is the stunning operatic virtuosity of the early eighteenth century, a virtuosity that envelops a wealth of unjustly neglected works; musical gems that have for too long been left to gather dust on library shelves.
The next production is -
Artaserse (Venice 1730)
By Johann Adolf Hasse (1699 - 1783)
Saturday 7 November, 2009 at 17:00 - 22:00
Tickets - £20.00
Venue
St Giles Church, 60 St Giles High Street, London WC2H 8LG

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Rhona Cameron Headlining Comedy Dinner at Boisdale

Sunday 1 November 2009*

Boisdale of Belgravia
Tickets: £65 including champagne reception and a three-course dinner with wine RHONA CAMERON ‘Britain’s best young female comic by any yardstick’ The Guardian JANEY GODLEY ‘A born raconteur. The type of act you ant to catch again and again, year after year.’ Daily Mirror MIKE WOZNIAK ‘A real star in the making’ Time Out * 'Cleverly off beat as well as occasionally off-beam' The Independent
MENU Ceviche of organic Hebridean salmon, spring onion & red chilli Bimbadgen Estate Pinot Grigio 2007, Australia · Chargrilled 28 day aged 7 oz rib eye, caramelised shallots, steamed spinach and creamed mash potato Sticks Pinot Noir 2005, Australia · Burnt lemon and vanilla tart with clotted cream TV personality, actress, critically acclaimed author and "one of the best" (The Scotsman) stand up comedians in the UK Rhona Cameron, will be joined on stage at Boisdale of Belgravia by multi-award-winning playwright, best-selling author, former Scotsman newspaper columnist Janey Godley and Mike Wozniak - "a real star in the making", Time Out New Act of the Year 2008, Chortle Best Newcomer Nominee 2009 who was described by The Independent as "cleverly off beat as well as occasionally off-beam". The evening will begin with a Champagne reception which will be followed by a sumptuous three-course dinner, the comic performance and an exclusive auction in support of Action Against Hunger* featuring a selection of unique luxury lots. If you would like to attend the Boisdale Comedy Dinner please RSVP Zoe on 020 7730 6922 or email: zoe@boisdale.co.uk. Availability is very limited. 6.30pm start

For further information go to –
http://www.boisdale.co.uk/members/Events2/event_detail.aspx?id=150

Boisdale of Belgravia
15 Eccleston Street, BelgraviaLondon SW1W 9LXTel: 020 7730 6922 Fax: 020 7730 0548www.boisdale.co.uk/belgraviamailto:info@boisdale.co.uk

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Joke Corner – some fabulous ‘gems’ here
Steven Wright

If you're not familiar with the work of Steven Wright he's the famously erudite comic who once said: "I woke up one morning and all of my stuff had been stolen and replaced by exact duplicates."His mind sees things differently than most of us do, to our amazement and amusement. Here are some of his gems:
1 - I'd kill for a Nobel Peace Prize.
2 - Borrow money from pessimists -- They don't expect it back.
3 - Half the people you know are below average.
4 - 99% of lawyers give the rest a bad name.
5 - 82.7% of all statistics are made up on the spot.
6 - A conscience is what hurts when all your other parts feel so good.
7 - A clear conscience is usually the sign of a bad memory.
8 - If you want the rainbow, you got to put up with the rain.
9 - All those who believe in psycho-kinesis raise my hand.
10 - The early bird may get the worm, but the second mouse gets the cheese.
11 - I almost had a psychic girlfriend...but she left me before we met.
12 - OK, so what's the speed of dark?
13 - How do you tell when you're out of invisible ink?
14 - If everything seems to be going well you have obviously overlooked something.
15 - Depression is merely anger without enthusiasm.
16 - When everything is coming your way, you're in the wrong lane.
17 - Ambition is a poor excuse for not having enough sense to be lazy.
18 - Hard work pays off in the future, laziness pays off now.
19 - I intend to live forever...so far, so good.
20 - If Barbie is so popular, why do you have to buy her friends?
21 - Eagles may soar, but weasels don't get sucked into jet engines.
22 - What happens if you get scared half to death twice?
23 - My mechanic told me, "I couldn't repair your brakes, so I made your horn louder."
24 - Why do psychics have to ask you for your name?
25 - If at first you don't succeed, destroy all evidence that you tried.
26 - A conclusion is the place where you got tired of thinking.
27 - Experience is something you don't get until just after you need it.
28 - The hardness of the butter is proportional to the softness of the bread.
29 - To steal ideas from one person is plagiarism; to steal from many is research.
30 - The problem with the gene pool is that there is no lifeguard.
31 - The sooner you fall behind, the more time you'll have to catch up.
32 - The colder the X-ray table, the more of your body is required to be on it.
33 - Everyone has a photographic memory; some just don't have film.
34 - If your car could travel at the speed of light, would your headlights work?


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With the Irish having given the ‘Yes’ vote to the Lisbon Treaty we are creeping ever nearer to a ‘superstate’ with the possibility of
Tony Blair as President
This provokes many questions – join the
BRUGES GROUP for their
Annual Conference and learn more ….

Saturday, 21st November 2009, 10.30am - 6.15pm
The Future of the EU... Can it Survive?
BRUGES GROUP ANNUAL CONFERENCE
ADMISSION: £20 payable on the door or in advance
Including lunch, coffee, wine, orange juice, mineral water, tea and cheese and biscuits

LOCATION The Great Hall, King's College
The Strand, London WC2

AGENDA Registration and Coffee:
10.30am Morning Session:
11am – 1pm
Lunch: 1pm – 2pm
Afternoon Session: 2pm – 4pm
Refreshments: 4pm - 4.15pm
Evening Session: 4.15pm – 6.15pm

Speakers

Peter Davies, the Mayor of Doncaster, is dedicated to slashing costs and ditching political correctness. He is the first English Democrat to be elected to a key council position. His youngest son, Philip, is the Conservative MP for Shipley. Peter Davies is a member of the Campaign for an Independent Britain and will talk on; The European Union and British politics.

Christopher Booker is a columnist for The Sunday Telegraph. He is the author of the Bruges Group paper Britain and Europe: The Culture of Deceit. And also co-wrote Scared To Death: From BSE To Global Warming, Why Scares Are Costing Us The Earth.

Richard Conquest is an economist, hedge fund consultant and author whose research focuses on economic history, market developments and crises. Richard has also authored a number of publications on Eastern Europe and Russia. He has also served as the Chief Economist for a number of City institutions.

Professor Kenneth Minogue is a frequent commentator for radio and television on European issues, he was Chairman of the Bruges Group 1991-1993; he remains a member of the Group’s Academic Advisory Council. Professor Minogue will discuss, The implications of the vote on the Lisbon Treaty and what this means for Britain and Europe.
Bruno Waterfield has been Brussels correspondent for The Daily Telegraph since December 2006. He has been reporting on the EU and European affairs since 2000, first from Westminster and then from January 2003 he has been based in Brussels. He is also a regular contributor to www.spiked-online.com

John Mills is the Secretary of the Labour Euro-Safeguards Campaign and the Labour Economic Policy Group. He is also the Chairman of one of the fastest growing companies in the UK, JML, which has extensive trading relations with much of the world. John Mills is the author of Europe’s Economic Dilemma.

Ian Milne is the author of an analysis of the net economic costs and benefits for the UK of EU membership, titled; A Cost Too Far?. Ian Milne has had a forty-year career in industry and merchant banking in the UK, France and Belgium. He is the author of the Bruges Group publication; Lost Illusions: British Foreign Policy. Ian Milne will discuss, Who Needs the Single Market?

Gerard Batten MEP is an expert on the costs of EU membership. He is a member of the European Parliament’s Security & Defence Committee, and is the UKIP spokesman on defence. Gerard Batten will be discussing the issue of immigration.

For further information contact:Robert Oulds, Director, The Bruges Group, 227 Linen Hall, 162-168 Regent StreetLondon W1B 5TBTel: 020 7287 4414, E-mail: info@brugesgroup.com

To book go to: http://www.brugesgroup.com/events/?article=14054

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QUEEN’S ELM GALLERY GOES WILD AGAIN . . .
FOR CHRISTIAN THE LION
15-18 OCTOBER 2009

QUEEN’S ELM – OPEN EVENING
241 FULHAM ROAD CHELSEA SW3
16 OCTOBER 2009
6.00 pm
Celebrity supporters will be joining John Rendall and the Art of Giving for the launch of the new Christian the Lion book. John will be sharing his wonderful experiences with Christian combined with an art gallery event, being supported by a wealth of amazing artists generously donating a percentage of sales of their work to George Adamson Wildlife Preservation Trust and the Born Free Foundation

Art of Giving was created by Ben and Tracey Bambrough who wanted to channel their passion for art and a desire to really make a difference, into a worthwhile and sustainable project. The company will be launched at the V&A in June 2010. However, a chance meeting with Simon Tarrant of the wonderful Queen’s Elm gallery, a conversation with Born Free and consequent meeting with John Rendall, created a pre-launch opportunity which was too good to miss . . . to bring ‘Christian the Lion’ back to London and celebrate his life - just a stone’s throw away from where he lived in the Kings Road.

The book shares the heart-warming and true story of Christian. The lion cub bought from Harrods by John Rendall and Anthony (Ace) Bourke, raised in their Chelsea flat and finally returned to live wild and free on the African plains with the help of Virginia McKenna, Bill Travers and George Adamson. Christian’s story is told in scrapbook style, using original photographs* of him as a cub. These images are both funny, moving and heart warming. The simple and accessible text, told in Christian’s voice, deals with themes familiar to little ones - love friendship, play and exploration.

The story and film of Christian the Lion has been shown around the world and has captured everyone’s hearts. John and Ace’s meeting with him in the wild was the most watched clip in 2008 with over 44 million hits on You Tube. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HjWtRYaxmWM

Christian, in this celebration of his life, is being an ambassador for those wonderful animals now so critically reduced in numbers due to human population growth, habitat loss, trophy hunting and depletion. GAWPT and the Born Free Foundation are doing everything in their power to raise awareness, to educate the world on how to save the lives of wild animals, stop suffering rescue individuals and protect rare species, but the cost of doing this relies heavily on support and donations to enable this to be achieved.

For more information on this event, please contact info@artofgiving.co.uk

Christian the Lion books can be purchased at the event or via the GAWPT website http://www.georgeadamson.org/ and the Christian the Lion DVD can be purchased via the Born Free Foundation website http://www.bornfree.org.uk/

EDITOR’S NOTES

JOHN RENDALL [07958 927889]
Trustee of George Adamson Wildlife Preservation Trust (GAWPT), journalist, author.
www.georgeadamson.org/christian

Photographs of Christian the Lion can be obtained from photographer Derek Cattani
http://www.derekcattani.com/

BORN FREE FOUNDATION
http://www.bornfree.org.uk/

ANIMAL CONSERVATION FACTS
40 years ago, there were 200K lions in the world today there are only 30K – in Kenya 40 years ago, there were 30K lions, there are now only 2K. At this rate, lions could be extinct in just years.

ART OF GIVING
Ben Bambrough [07980 310468] runs his own successful Central London based interior design business. Tracey Bambrough [07834 282524]created the idea and they are both key in driving this initiative. Art of Giving will be website based – with various gallery events throughout the year. For more information: info@artofgiving.co.uk

QUEEN’S ELM GALLERY
Simon Tarrant [07711 335350] runs the Queen’s Elm Gallery with Toin Adams and Nicholas Ellis – see links below for more information.

Queen’s Elm used to be a hip swinging 60s/70s bar – where Laurie Lee used to play his tin whistle there and Francis Bacon propped up the bar. The upstairs bar used to be an art gallery, where artists such as Norman Stevens, Liz Frink, to name only two and numerous graduates from the Royal College of Art held exhibitions. So with a long overdue resurrection, Queen’s Elm in Chelsea hasn’t buzzed like it has recently, since its hayday - not as a 1960s drinking hole, but as a white-washed art gallery .
http://www.queenselmartists.com/
http://www.nytimes.com/2009/09/01/arts/design/01stores.html

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GALLERY 27

‘Celebrities and Muses’
Opening Night – 19 October 2009
6 – 9 pm
27 Cork Street, W1
You are cordially invited to attend "Celebrities and Muses", a major exhibition of art works by Liz London at Gallery 27, 27 Cork Street, London W1S 3NG. The opening night is on Monday 19th October, from 6pm to 9pm. The exhibition runs daily from 11am to 5.30pm until Saturday 24th October.

Private viewings, with free drinks, run every day from 6pm to 9pm. Liz London and Lady Sandra Bates will provide you with a special tour of all the wonderful works.

"Celebrities and Muses" is a subject close to London's world of models, designers and photographers. She has always been intrigued by people's fascination with the media and stars. Drawing inspiration from Andy Warhol's revolutionary Pop Art London's eclectic works use highly vibrant neon making the canvasses explode with excitement.

The exhibition features more than 18 paintings and images of celebrities such as Michael Jackson, Madonna, Vivienne Westwood, Victoria Beckham, Jerry Hall, Carl Lagerfeld and Sarah Jessica Parker.

Also on display are her irresistible signature pieces, original jewelled palettes of wonderful ladies bedecked in Swarovski diamonds and beautiful pearls.

If you have any queries regarding art sales please contact Liz London on 07717 748 068 or email http://uk.mc283.mail.yahoo.com/mc/compose?to=lizlondon18@hotmail.com

Alternatively, you can email Lady Sandra Bates on http://uk.mc283.mail.yahoo.com/mc/compose?to=ldybates@yahoo.co.uk or ring on 020 7586 2195 or 07918 702 955 and I will be more than happy to give you more information.

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Hi Everybody,
Here is Page 2 of the September / October issue of the Ice & Fire eMag –

Time to party and have some fun – and possibly support a few good causes
along the way. Quality of life is so important whether young or old and with Afghanistan in the news so much at the moment we could not think of a better way to kick start this page with an event to help those wounded in the conflict.

Please do give this some serious thought – and if you can’t make it -

We hope you find an event to enjoy.

My best wishes,
Sandra

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TOPICS in this issue*

Cabaret – A evening to remember at MU Venue, Knightsbridge SW1
in support of the ‘Help for Heroes’ charity
Media Networking - Black Book BBC Bash at the BBC, White City
- Media Mingles at the Proud Club Camden
Comedy – The Celebrities Guild of Great Britain presents Bobby Davro
at club Hey Jo, SW1 in aid of The Uphill Ski Club
Joke Corner – Priceless !!!
Clubbing – Party Night with MetParties at Funky Buddha, W1
Politics – The Freedom Association, Counting House, EC3 –
Lunchtime talk – ‘Freedom – Not Free For All’
Art – The Contemporary Fine Art Gallery, Eton, Windsor

Diary Notes – Quickies –

- Fashion Sale at Ascot Racecourse 02./03.10.09 for
Enquiries contact – 01367 860017 / nheslam@aol.com
Or go to - www.ukgrandsales.co.uk
- Corpus Art Exhibition, St. John's Wood, London -
29.09.09. to 15.10.09. http://www.hrlcontemporary.com/

– A reminder – not to forget –

Fashion and Fun at the Mint Leaf Bar, The City, EC2 –
22.09.09. to go on the guest list contact – Natalie
- natalie@style-icon.co.uk
Run to the Beat – a half marathon – Marie Curie
Cancer Care – 27.09.09. - www.mariecurie.org.uk/
Please note we have two great girls (Service
personnel) running in aid of BLESMA – a charity which
supports those in the Service who lose their limbs
for more details go to -
http://www.justgiving.com/teamclaireandemma
and - www.blesma.org
Penman Antiques Fair – 23 – 27.09.09. Chelsea Town
Hall - http://www.penman-fairs.co.uk/
Café Spice Namaste Chef Master Classes –
25.09 / 23.10.09.- www.adventuregourmet.com

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Cabaret Cabaret Cabaret

Please join us for a fabulous evening of entertainment and great food at the glamorous and stylish

MU Venue
Knightsbridge

We are holding a Cabaret evening on the

22nd October 2009

in support of the

‘Help for Heroes’ charity

(A charity for the wounded in Britain’s past and current conflicts – Afghanistan, Iraq ……)

(pls see below)

You will be greeted with a glass of ‘bubbly’ at a

pre-dinner reception 7.00pm

followed by an exotic two-course Asian-influenced evening meal especially created by the chef for this particular occasion – to finish

coffee / petit fours

During the evening we have three great cabaret acts to entertain you and - for my sins – I will be acting as your host !!

Raffle in aid of ‘Help for Heroes’

Carriages at 11.00pm

Tickets - £39.50

(advance reservations and full pre-payment necessary)

MU Venue



For further details contact – sandra@icefiremarketing.com

telephone – 020 7376 8345 / 07885 620472

Or to book – Sales & Marketing Office, Millennium Hotel, tel: 020 7201 6347

email: event.knightsbridge@millenniumhotels.co.uk

NB – Please note for those ‘singletons’ who wish to enjoy the evening and might like to meet other people of a similar status I shall be having a special table where I hope you will all join me. Contact me directly or just mention you would like to be on my table when booking – but do please let me have your email address.


Now a little about the charity – ‘Help for Heroes’

Help for Heroes (H4H) was founded by Bryn and Emma Parry after a profoundly moving visit to Selly Oak Hospital in the summer of 2007. Bryn and Emma met some extraordinarily brave young people who had been badly wounded and they just wanted to so something to help.



The charity was launched in October 2007 and, with the backing and support of Celebrities, including Jeremy and Francie Clarkson, The Royal Family, The Media and countless ordinary decent people, it has raised over £1million a month since then.

The message is simple: H4H does not seek to criticise or be political, it simply wants to help and to do so by asking everyone to do their bit to raise money. Once that money is raised, the charity goes to the experts in the Army, Royal Navy and Royal Air Force for guidance as to how best to spend it.

For examples of how donations have been spent please go to –

http://www.helpforheroes.org.uk/splash_h4h_projects.html



Help for Heroes - http://www.helpforheroes.org.uk/

Help for Heroes is a Company limited by Guarantee
Registered in England and Wales under number 6363256.
Registered Charity number 1120920.

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Media Networking with a difference - guest celebrities and fashion pundits



AND



INVITE YOU TO

BLACK BOOK BBC BASH – NETWORKING & FASHION EVENT

Network at BBC TV Centre’s prestigious Sixth Floor Suite

Fashion Film Festival featuring Katie Price, Gok Wan & Caryn Franklin

Screenings introduced by BBC ONE’s Apprentice star Raef Bjayou

Monday 28 September 2009 7pm – 11pm (Screening at 8pm)

Sixth Floor Suite, BBC Television Centre, London W12 7RJ

(Opposite White City and Wood Lane tube stations)

Reserve your place, grab your business cards and get down to the BBC on 28 September for a night of fabulous networking and funky fashion!

Black Book Media Society is part of celebrity booking agency Express Black Book – check out our updated website at www.expressbroadcast.co.uk (our events are open to all media professionals)

£10 at the door please (cash only) includes first drink and snacks

PLEASE RSVP to simonexpress@btinternet.com ASAP to secure your place as space is limited

EXPRESS BROADCAST LIMITED - ORGANISER: SIMON WILSON TEL: 01895 420779 MOB: 07745 874885

WEBSITE: www.expressbroadcast.co.uk E-MAIL: simonexpress@btinternet.com

Fashion Film Festival includes three short films and lasts approximately 25 minutes

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Time for singles to mingle – especially if you are in the media profession

Media Mingles

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Media Mingles' 2nd event is here - Friday 25th September
Grab your tickets NOW... Just go to the link below... So many people missed out last time and we only have 200 spaces.

This time Media Mingles will be held at the super cool and fabulously trendy PROUD in Camden, www.proudcamden.com. We have a very strict guest list so if your name is not down you CANNOT get in. We are also very excited that www.gmbo.tv have jumped into bed with us, for this event, which means even more gorgeously fabulous media contacts there for you to get down and boogie with.

We will be opening the doors to excitement, fun, drinks, music and fabulous media types at 7pm. We have our own private room till 11 pm and after this time we will be cranking up the music and allowing you to dance and be merry throughout the whole club until 2 am!!!!!!

For anyone that has been hiding under a rock and wants to know more about Media Mingles ... Well, we are a networking company that aims to offer media professionals and creative sorts the opportunity to mingle with other well connected folk that are not currently in a relationship (so basically no smug couples; well not for a while anyway).

So if you want to know more, think you might like to come to a party then join our website once it launches or even be the first to grab your tickets to our huge event next year. Just register your interest by emailing kat@mediamingles.com

Tickets are £5.00 – to register and make a Paypal payment go to –

http://www.mediamingles.com/

www.kathryncamsey.com

Proud Camden
The Horse Hospital
Stables Market
Chalk Farm Road
Camden Town
NW1 8AH
t: 0207 482 3867
f: 0207 424 9778
e: info@proud.co.uk

http://www.proudcamden.com/

© 2009 Media Mingles

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Another great evening in support of another very worthwhile charity –



Bobby Davro has kindly given his services for free on Sunday, 11 October 2009. Join him and his friends for an evening of comedy, fun, dancing, drinking and eating.

This event is to raise money for The Uphill Ski Club for disabled young people, and the ticket price of £65.00 will include a lavish buffet and dancing until the club closes.

To book your ticket contact – THE CELEBRITIES GUILD OF GREAT BRITAIN

Tel: 020 8449 1234 or email: info@celebritiesguild.org.uk

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Joke Corner – Priceless –

It is the month of August, on the shores of the black Sea. It is raining,
and the little town looks totally deserted. It is tough times, everybody
is in debt, and everybody lives on credit.

Suddenly, a rich tourist comes to town.

He enters the only hotel, lays a 100 Euro note on the reception counter
and goes to inspect the rooms upstairs in order to pick one.

The hotel proprietor takes the 100 Euro note and runs to pay his debt to
the butcher.

The Butcher takes the 100 Euro note, and runs to pay his debt to the pig
grower.

The pig grower takes the 100 Euro note, and runs to pay his debt to the
supplier of his feed and fuel.

The supplier of feed and fuel takes the 100 Euro note and runs to pay his
debt to the town's prostitute that in these hard times, gave her
'services' on credit.

The hooker runs to the hotel, and pays off her debt with the 100 Euro note
to the hotel proprietor to pay for the rooms that she rented when she
brought her clients there.

The hotel proprietor then lays the 100 Euro note back on the counter so
that the rich tourist will not suspect anything.

At that moment, the rich tourist comes down after inspecting the rooms
and takes his 100 Euro note, after saying that he did not like any of the
rooms, and leaves town.

No one earned anything. However, the whole town is now without debt, and
looks to the future with a lot of optimism.


Financial shenanigans – all mirrors, smoke and illusion then comes ‘payback’ time

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Friday Night is LIPSTICK night!!



LIPSTICK - Hosted & managed exclusively by METPARTIES every Friday



LIPSTICK is Metparties’ signature Friday night at Funkybuddha. This is THE party where you really do need to arrive at 10pm to guarantee getting in! It’s such a buzzing night we’re even joined by management and promoters from other clubs, who sneak off to join in on the fun!

Fridays at Funkybuddha’s great atmosphere has established it as one of the foremost destination nights out in the West End. And the fantastic party crowd is only enhanced by regular visits by celebrity guests such as Boris Becker, The Pussy Cat Dolls and The Black Eyed Peas. So don’t be surprised to bump into a star on the way to the bar!



2 rooms of music and outstanding DJs keep the crowd dancing wherever they can find a spot, late into the night. The cocktail room is rocked by a soundtrack of party RnB anthems. And the Main room plays a Mash up of dirty house, electro, RnB, and club classics.

Want VIP treatment? Why not book a table?

Times: 10pm- 3am
Dress Code: Very smart
Standard Entry: £20 (Ladies complimentary before 11pm)
Metparties Members: Complimentary entry & queue jump for members + 2 guests

Tables: Available to book

Why not book a table to enhance your night and make it extra special? A table entitles you to complimentary entry to the night, VIP queue jump & a base for you to party from ALL night.

Table bookings: annas@metparties.com
Guest List bookings: annas@metparties.com
Book by phone: 0870 750 6374 (after hours 07930 178 840 )



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THE FREEDOM ASSOCIATION
Founded by Viscount De L'Isle VC, KG, PC, Ross McWhirter & Norris McWhirter CBE


Freedom in the City Talk

by

ANTHONY SCHOLEFIELD

"FREEDOM, NOT FREE FOR ALL"
The four false freedoms of the EU

Anthony Scholefield holds a History degree from Oxford University and a degree in Economics and Statistics from London University. He worked as a Chartered Accountant and as a business executive - for over thirty years he ran his own business in various enterprises.
He co-founded the UK Independence Party with Alan Sked and others in 1993 and, for some years, the party operated out of his offices. He was the Party Secretary for three years and stood for UKIP in numerous elections.
He worked closely with Nigel Smith, the Chairman of the NO Campaign and has given evidence to various parliamentary enquiries, written numerous articles and founded the think-tank Futurus to research neglected political topics.
He launched the first Migration Conference in 2002. His latest publication by the Social Affairs Unit is –

'Warning: Immigration Can Seriously Damage Your Wealth'

When? - Tuesday 22nd September 2009, 12.45 for 1.00pm

Where? - The Function Suite, The Counting House, 50 Cornhill, London EC3V 3PD
(reached by stairs at back of the main bar)

How much? - Free

Full details at; www.tfa.net/freedominthecity

Founded on 31 July 1975, The Freedom Association believes that a free society can only be properly maintained if there is an understanding of the economic,
constitutional and moral principles that alone can sustain that society.

"When the Government fears the people, there is liberty.

When the people fear the Government, there is tyranny" - Thomas Jefferson,

The Seven Principles of a Free Society
Individual Freedom
Personal and Family Responsibility.
The Rule of Law
Limited Government
Free Market Economy
National Parliamentary Democracy
Strong National Defences

RSVP: 07920 771 458

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And finally -

The Contemporary Fine Art Gallery
Eton

Exhibiting to - 01.10.09.



TRISHA HARDWICK

and



GEORGE CALLAGHAN

For more information go to –

www.cfag.co.uk

The Contemporary Fine Art Gallery
31 High Street
Eton
Windsor
Berkshire SL4 6AX

t: 01753 854315 – m: 07831 822641 – e: mail@cfag.co.uk

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September / October Issue Page 1

In Association with
Rendezvous – London

Hi Everybody,

Here is Page 1 of the September / October issue of the
Ice & Fire eMag – Autumn is upon us already – the Summer has just flown by. Still with a change of season the events start to flood in and so we have decided to increase the content of Diary Notes to include ‘Quickies’ – a few lines of info -and the rest is up to you.
However, never fear the eMag will still be here but – as I think the saying goes ‘every little helps’.

We hope you find an event to enjoy.

My best wishes,
Sandra

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sandra@icefiremarketing.com

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Ice & Fire eMagazine Edition #11 – September / October 2009 Page 1


TOPICS in this issue*

Fashion and Fun – ‘Back to the Future’ with Dynasty revisited at the Mint Leaf Bar & Restaurant, The City, EC2
Jazz – The Imperial Wharf Jazz Festival, SW6
Business Networking – Business Junction Lunch at the Eight Members Club in the City, EC3 - 10.09.09.
Joke Corner – Back to school for some – and a new ‘take’ on Maths !!!
Run to the Beat –Time to keep healthy with a half marathon around Greenwich accompanied by live music to keep those feet movin’
Art – Don’t forget LAPADA plus the unforgettable Brigitte Bardot –
memorable photographs at the James Hyman Gallery, W1
More Art – With the Marlborough Fine Art Gallery, W1
Antiques – Penman – Chelsea Antiques Fair, Kings Road, SW3
Culinary - Cafe Spice Namaste starts the new season of their top London Chefs’ Master Classes

*Please note events are by topic not date order unless otherwise given

Diary Notes – Quickies –
A Date for your Diary – 22.10.09. Cabaret, Cabaret, Cabaret – event to be held at MU Venue,Knightsbridge
in support of ‘Help for Heroes’ charity – full details to
follow shortly or email - sandra@icefiremarketing.com
Partytime at Utopia, Kensington - 10.09.09. for further
info and to go on the guest list email – sandra@icefiremarketing.com
Fiumano Fine Art, W2 - new exhibition 09 - 29.09.09.
‘Costiera Amalfitana’ – for details go to -
http://www.fiumanofineart.com/forth.htm
Launch of a new society in support of HIV sufferers at
the Queen’s Elm Art Gallery, SW3, 17.09.09. for further
info - Contact - Jason 07931 953934
A reminder – not to forget –
Polo at Ham (The London Club) – Fixtures thro’
September
http://www.hampoloclub.com/fixturelist.html
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To start the season we are ‘going back in time’ - a touch of nostalgic glamour in London Fashion Week -

Dynasty in The City

in association with
Style Icon and Gspot Cosmetics
on Tuesday 22nd September 2009
at the
Mint Leaf Lounge
Back to the 1980's but only in the city!!

Style Icon and Gspot Cosmetics will be taking you back to the days of Dynasty - big shoulders, smokey-eyes and of course lots of style and glam!!
Fashion Show @ 8.00 pm

Thereafter Gspot Cosmetics will provide glamorous makeovers and Style Icon willprovide top tips on how you can re-create a stylish 1980s look - that'sperfect for your body shape!

Canapes and a complimentary dyna-cocktail created by Mint Leaf Lounge and Marisco Liqueur will flow throughout the evening until 10pm!!

Why not end London Fashion Week in pure style and glam!!
Please RSVP to be placed on the guest list to –
sandra@icefiremarketing.com

Mint Leaf Lounge are proud to be part of this event, offering 50% off their a la carte menu from 5.30pm .

Mint Leaf Lounge
Angel Court, Lothbury, Bank, London EC2R 7HB

Nearest Underground - BANK

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Imperial Wharf Jazz Festival 2009
Thursday 17th September 6pm – 10pm, Saturday 19th September 1pm – 10pm
The Boulevard, Imperial Wharf, London SW6 2QD

The Imperial Wharf Jazz Festival has established itself as London's premier stage for some of Britain's finest musicians. This free event, held on the Boulevard at Imperial Wharf, presents some of the very best jazz artists in the UK and gives Londoners the opportunity to hear these great artists in a fantastic new surrounding.

The 2009 Jazz Festival will feature live performances from the following:
THURSDAY 17TH SEPTEMBER 2009

Kyle Eastwood - 7pm
Bassist Kyle Eastwood has inherited his love of jazz from his father, film star Clint. His childhood had jazz as its soundtrack and his playing echoes that of idols such as Paul Chambers and Ron Carter whilst demonstrating his eclectic musical tastes.
http://www.kyleeastwood.com/
YolanDa Brown - 8.30pm
Saxophonist YolanDa Brown, winner of the 2008 MOBO award for "Best Jazz", is considered by many to be one of a kind. YolanDa's versatile mix of classic jazz tones with a twist of R&B and funk have positioned her at the forefront of the UK music scene.
http://www.yolandabrown.co.uk/
SATURDAY 19TH SEPTEMBER 2009
Rio Jazz 'The Brazilian Songbook' - 1pm
Rio Jazz is an authentic Brazilian trio formed by Mel Maldonado, Ricardo Gomes and Raphael Saib, with an irresistibly fresh sound, bursting with character and musicianship.
Stan Tracey Trio - 2.15pm
World renowned jazz composer, writer and artist, Stan Tracey CBE has recorded over 40 albums throughout his career and will be playing at Proms 2009 at the Royal Albert Hall this year.
http://www.stantracey.com/
Sarah Gillespie featuring Gilad Atzmon - 3.45pm
Described by Time Out as "very much a talent to watch", the Greenwich-born songstresses debut album, Stalking Juliet, was released in April this year and has received rave reviews for its successful mix of blues, jazz, vaudeville and gypsy swing.
http://www.sarahgillespie.com/
Ian Shaw - 5pm
Winner of "Best Jazz Vocalist" at the BBC Jazz Awards, Ian Shaw has already amassed a number of highly acclaimed albums. His 2006 album "Drawn to All Things - the songs of Joni Mitchell" saw him "praised far and wide as the single greatest male jazz vocalist Britain has to offer" by Jazz Times.
http://www.ianshaw.biz/
The Neil Cowley Trio - 6.45pm
London-born Neil Cowley has recorded and toured with some of the best soul and funk bands of the day. Winners of "Best Album" at the BBC Jazz Awards, The Neil Crowley Trio undertook their first UK tour in February 2007 and their captivating and exciting live shows led many on their tour attract full houses and standing ovations.
http://www.neilcowleytrio.com/
Ska Cubano - 8.30pm
Ska Cubano are bringing their vibrant creation of Latin and Caribbean rhythms mixed with stylish ska undertones to the Imperial Wharf Jazz Festival for the second time. In concert, few bands can match Ska Cubano on presence and performance and their huge uplifting sound has wowed audiences at festivals across the country including Glastonbury and Big Day Out.
http://www.skacubano.com/
Imperial Wharf is a short walk from Fulham Broadway underground, alternatively take the C3, 391 or 424 bus. Extensive car parking available.


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Back to the City with Business Junction – in the City

Business Junction Networking Lunch

Once again, Business Junction takes its networking charabanc into the heart of London's financial quarter to sample the delights of a fine menu and enjoy some great networking.

Eight Members Club – in The City

Eight Members Club, Bank, is a private club located in the heart of the City of London. Situated opposite the Royal Exchange just off Cornhill in the historic Change Alley, the club offers members and their guests a wonderful venue to relax, meet friends, work and socialise.
Business Junction Networking Lunch, Bank in The CityEight Club1 Change AlleyLondon EC3V 3NDThursday September 10th 2009
12:30 - 2.30pm
About the networking lunchesYou get a glass of wine or soft drink and a data sheet on arrival, a facilitor helps make introductions and the conversations are lively, fun, and easily made. You don't meet just one business per sector, so your options for referral and finding direct prospects and suppliers are unrivalled."Like having more than 20 business meetings in two hours over lunch." "Relaxed, informal, enjoyable, with a quality of attendees unrivalled in London."Booking this eventLunch costs £18 + VAT for members per person attending (more than one person per company can come). Guest rates are £32 +VAT per person. You can book in the following ways:
1. Book online
2. Book by phone/debit card/credit card: Call020 7739 4200. £3 + VAT booking per transaction. Leave a message and we will get back to you.3. Book by BACS. Add £3 + VAT booking fee. Send your details by email including your BACS reference from your bank. Quote Ref – CIL100909. Account details: Business Junction Ltd. Account No: 02062624 Sort Code: 30-99-084. Book by email/cheque . Add £3 + VAT booking fee. Respond to this email and make a payment by cheque payable to Business Junction. Quote Ref - CIL100909. Address: Business Junction, Back Building, 150 Curtain Road, London, EC2A 3AR.
All payments must be received strictly in advance except by arrangement. Booking is confirmation of acceptance of attendance and fee. All payments must be received before the event unless by prior arrangement with Business Junction. We look forward to seeing you in Bank in September!Business JunctionT 020 7739 4200
Additional Information
BUSINESS JUNCTION is London's leading independent business referral network, creating connections and trading opportunities for hundreds of companies across London and the south east.
Business Junction gives companies based in and around London a chance to build connections through experience gained in seven years of networking, where a relaxed attitude to events belies a professional commitment to creating a valuable business community.The events are always held in easy-to-reach areas and there are no limits as to who can attend.
Leisure offers With many of London's best restaurants as members, our Leisure List is a great way to find many fantastic deals. More details and new offers each week on our Leisure List page.Business seminarsMany of our members offer quality seminars to help boost your business. More details and new event each week on our Seminars page.

Business Junction - T 020 7739 4200

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Joke Corner – with record GCSE’s announced and return to school just round the corner we thought we would give a new take on maths !!!
1. Teaching maths in 1970
A logger sells a truckload of timber for £100. His cost of production is 4/5 of the price. What is his profit?
2. Teaching Maths In 1980
A logger sells a truckload of timber for £100. His cost of production is 80% of the price. What is his profit?
3. Teaching Maths In 1990
A logger sells a truckload of timber for £100. His cost of production is £80. How much was his profit?
4. Teaching Maths In 2000
A logger sells a truckload of timber for £100. His cost of production is £80 and his profit is £20. Your assignment: Underline the number 20.
5. Teaching Maths In 2005
A logger cuts down a beautiful forest because he is selfish and inconsiderate and cares nothing for the habit of animals or the preservationof our woodlands. Your assignment: Discuss how the birds and squirrels might feel as the logger cut down their homes just for a measly profit of £20.
6. Teaching Maths In 2009
A logger is arrested for trying to cut down a tree in case it may be offensive to Muslims or other religious groups not consulted in the felling licence.
He is also fined a £100 as his chainsaw is in breach of Health and Safety legislation as it deemed too dangerous and could cut something. He has used the chainsaw for over 20 years without incident however he does not have the correct certificate of competence and is therefore considered to be a recidivist and habitual criminal. His DNA is sampled and his details circulated throughout all government agencies. He protests and is taken to court and fined another £100 because he is such an easy target.
When he is released he returns to find Gypsies have cut down half his wood to build a camp on his land. He tries to throw them off but is arrested, prosecuted for harassing an ethnic minority, imprisoned and fined a further £100.
While he is in jail the Gypsies cut down the rest of his wood and sell it on the black market for £100 cash. They also have a leaving BBQ of squirreland pheasant and depart leaving behind several tonnes of rubbish and asbestos sheeting. The forester on release is warned that failure to clear the fly tipped rubbish immediately at his own cost is an offence.
He complains and is arrested for environmental pollution, breach of the peace and invoiced £12,000 plus VAT for safe disposal costs by a regulated government contractor.Your assignment: How many times is the logger going to have to be arrested and fined before he realises that he is never going to make £20 profit by hard work, give up, sign onto the dole and live off the state for the rest of his life?
7. Teaching Maths In 2010
A logger doesn’t sell a lorry load of timber because he can’t get a loan to buy a new lorry because his bank has spent all his and their money on aderivative of securitised debt related to sub- prime mortgages in Alabamaand lost the lot with only some government money left to pay a few million pound bonuses to their senior directors and the traders who made the biggest losses.The logger struggles to pay the £1,200 road tax on his old lorry however, as it was built in the 1970s it no longer meets the emissions regulations and he is forced to scrap it. Some Bulgarian loggers buy the lorry from the scrap merchant and put it back on the road. They undercut everyone on price for haulage and send their cash back home, while claiming unemployment for themselves and their relatives.If questioned they speak no English and it is easier to deport them at the governments expense.
Following their holiday back home they return to the UK with different names and fresh girls and start again. The logger protests, is accused of being a bigoted racist and as his name is on the side of his old lorry he is forced to pay £1,500 registration fees as a gangmaster. The Government borrows more money to pay more to the bankers as bonus's are not cheap. The parliamentarians feel they are missing out and claim the difference on expenses and allowances. You do the maths.
8. Teaching Maths 2017
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I think I shall now take a degree in ‘creative’ tax accountancy !!!!

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Time for some exercise before Winter creeps in - Run To The Beat
A half marathon through the streets of Greenwich, to the sound of live music in aid of Marie Curie Cancer Care

Sunday, 27 September 2009
Run to the rhythm, run to the beat, keep your feet moving and pound that street!
Run ToThe Beat is a half marathon starting and finishing by the Millennium Dome in Greenwich. The route takes in all the historical sites of Greenwich as runners pound through the streets to the sound of live music.
Bands and musicians will be dotted along the race route to provide music with a beat designed to motivate the runners. There will also be a fun carnival atmosphere on the day to keep runners inspired.
If you have your own place in this exciting race, and want to run for us, contact the daffodil runs team today.
For more information please call the Daffodil Hotline on 08700 340 040

About us
Marie Curie Cancer Care is one of the UK’s largest charities. It was established in 1948 – the same year as the NHS.
Employing more than 2,700 nurses, doctors and other healthcare professionals, we expect to provide care to around 25,000 terminally ill patients in the community and in our hospices this year, along with support for their families.
We mainly care for people with cancer but we also care for people with other life limiting illnesses. Our services are always free of charge to patients and their families.
The charity is best known for its network of Marie Curie Nurses working in the community to provide end-of-life care for patients in their own homes.
We have nine hospices across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, and two centres for palliative care research. We also run the world-renowned Marie Curie Research Institute, which investigates the causes and treatments of cancer.
Financially, around 70 per cent of the charity’s income comes from the generous support of thousands of individuals, membership organisations and businesses, with the balance of our funds coming from the NHS.
We also depend on an army of volunteers to support our work in both care and fundraising.
The daffodil is the emblem of Marie Curie Cancer Care. Every March we run the Great Daffodil Appeal, with street collections and other fundraising events nationwide.
©2009 Marie Curie Cancer Care
Registered in England and Wales with Charity Reg No. 207994 and registered in Scotland with Charity Reg No. SCO38731.

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So many wonderful art galleries and so little space to put them in – but don’t forget –
LAPADA ART and ANTIQUES FAIR in a wonderful new venue – Berkeley Square 24.09.09 – 27.09.09.
http://www.lapadalondon.com/
and on to a fabulous exhibition of the one and only BRIGITTE BARDOT

BRIGITTE BARDOT AND THE ORIGINAL PAPARAZZI
AN EXHIBITION OF RARE VINTAGE PHOTOGRAPHS
03.09.2009 - 03.10.2009
Coinciding with the 75th Birthday of Brigitte Bardot on 28th September 2009, James Hyman Gallery presents an exhibition of 75 vintage photographs by some of the most famous paparazzi photographers.
Presented at the same time as London Fashion Week (18-22 September) Brigitte Bardot and the Original Paparazzi focuses on one of the greatest fashion icons of the twentieth century.

James Hyman Gallery
5 Savile Row
London W1S 3PD
http://jameshymangallery.com/

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Art and More Art -

Final Days of the Summer Exhibition
Ending - 12 September 2009

Founded in 1946 Marlborough Fine Art is one of the world's leading contemporary art dealers holding between six and eight exhibitions annually. Represented artists are also invited to participate in museum exhibitions worldwide. The Gallery deals in paintings and sculpture by prominent international artists.
Stephen Conroy: J.K.2008, oil on canvas30.5 x 25.4 cm
Marlborough Graphics was set up over forty years ago to encourage contemporary artists to make original prints. It is regarded to be one of the foremost dealers worldwide in Modern Master and Contemporary prints. As well as a consistently active publishing programme, it holds a significant stock of prints and is the principal dealer in etchings by Lucian Freud in the United Kingdom.
During the 60 years of its existence, Marlborough has been responsible for placing many masterpieces in important museum collections worldwide and for putting together many fine corporate and private collections.
The Directors and Staff at the gallery have a wide experience and significant knowledge of the International Art Market and are happy to advise clients and institutions with their collections.
For details of the Marlborough Galleries in New York, Madrid, Monte-Carlo, and Santiago go to -
http://www.marlboroughfineart.com/worldwide/
The location of the gallery is in the heart of fashionable Mayfair and within easy reach of Sotheby's and Christie's.

Marlborough Fine Art
6 Albemarle StreetLondon W1S 4BYUnited Kingdom
http://www.marlboroughfineart.com/

Opening Hours
Monday - Friday: 10am - 5.30pmSaturday: 10am - 12.30pm


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104th Chelsea Fair

23 – 27 September 2009

Chelsea Antiques Fair enjoys a Boutique style, of intimate elegance in the fine Old Town Hall, built in 1906 in vaguely 17th Century style. Small and relaxed, the 35+ exhibitors are delighted to chat with visitors, impart their knowledge and discuss collecting in all its forms.Standards are high, and Vetting plays a significant part in maintaining quality, authenticity and correct informative labels. Chelsea enjoys a higher level of vetting than at other Penman Fairs and most of the exhibitors are members of BADA and / or LAPADA.Returning to the Calendar after a year's sabbatical, this refreshed September event offers a wide variety of antiques and works of art, from furniture to jewellery, glass to porcelain - all of high quality and carefully vetted for authenticity.Since the demise of the Grosvenor House Antiques Fair, the Chelsea Fair is now the oldest Fair in Britain, and possibly the World! Chelsea was established in 1950, and from 1951 to 1984 was run by Josephine Graham Ballin, establishing its fine reputation across the globe, and especially in the United States.
http://www.penman-fairs.co.uk/


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Now if you would like to ‘spice’ up your life in the foodie sense – why not enjoy a little professional help with -

Café Spice Namaste and Adventure Gourmet
Master Classes with London’s Top Chefs
COOKING FOR EXCELLENCE -
EDUCATION & ENTERTAINMENT
With Adventure Gourmet @ Café Spice Namaste, Cyrus, Pervin and Peter believe they have found the perfect platform for sharing their passion for excellent food, education and entertainment.

Adventure Gourmet in the very heart of London enters its second year with a new series of Master Chef Demonstrations showcasing highly talented chefs featuring a wide range of cuisines including: Indian, Japanese, Thai, Malaysian, Modern European, Slow Cooking and Seafood.

Programme 2009

25th September
Vegetarian & Seafood Cuisine
Cyrus Todiwala

23rd October
Seafood – The wonders of Shellfish
Andrew Turner

Adventure Gourmet Master Chef Demonstration tickets are £125.00 per person and include coffee and tea on arrival, lunch and tastings during the demonstration.

For further enquiries or to make a booking visit –
www.adventuregourmet.com , email – binay@cafespice.co.uk
or call on – 020 7488 9242

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