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Welcome to our new ‘eMag’ produced as and when there are some great events for your diary.*
There will always be an eclectic mix from the clubbing scene to avant-garde opera, networking both social and business, political, charity – whatever appeals - and we hope appeals to you.
Up-dates will follow throughout the month – we hope you enjoy.
My best wishes,
Sandra
Edition/1 – October/November 2008
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Topics this issue –
Avantgarde Opera – Second Movement
Networking in the City – Business Junction
Political – Dinner with Margaret Thatcher &The Bruges Group
- WiPP – Women in Public Policy at City Hall
Sport – American Basketball – Miami Heat vs New Jersey Jet
- Snowboarding at Battersea Power Station
Champagne, Champagne !! – Confrerie du Sabreur d’Or, The Ball
Design & Art – Designer Crafts at Chelsea 2008
- The Art Glass Fair from around the World
- Art London – the 10th Anniversary
Charity – Macmillan Cancer Christmas Market – Gala Evening
*Please note events are by topic not date order
And to ‘kick’ off with – *Clubbing*
Ice & Fire has partnered with Black to give you free access to London’s top night clubs with no fees, no hassles and premium service + invitations to exclusive members’ parties such as – the Formula One drivers’ party after Silverstone - held at Whisky Mist.
Join Black’s exclusive membership list and you will be able to enjoy wonderful evenings at clubs such as -
MahikiAmikaThe Roof GardensChinawhiteMamilanjiPaper24 LondonPunkEmbassyCafé de Paris
For this special edition Ice & Fire will be pleased to act as your referral on your application form – just email me with your name / address and the word ‘Black’ to sandra@icefiremarketing.com
and we will confirm your details to the Membership Committee.* Membership is £295.00 per annum or £30.00 per month. For further information go to -
http://www.blackcardlondon.com/
*Please note we cannot be held responsible for the Membership Committee’s decision
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Now for something completely different – a special opportunity to experience
Avantgarde Opera with – Second Movement
Second Movement Reviewed by -
Opera Triple Bill: Michael Tanner
‘Second Movement is a young opera company which gives singers who have graduated from their college - but are not yet on the opera house circuit - a chance to demonstrate their gifts and in unusual repertoire. Since standards at Second Movement are evidently very high, it also gives enterprising opera goers, supposing they manage to spot one of the company’s rare and unobtrusive adverts, an opportunity to see things they might easily spend a lifetime without encountering.’
As we are privileged to receive Second Movement’s ‘rare and unobtrusive’ adverts – we take great pleasure on passing details of these very unusual events to You -
‘Second Movement is pleased to announce the dates of our American Triple Bill. The performance will run from Wednesday 22 October to Saturday 25 October 2008, at 7.30pm, at Hoxton Hall , 130 Hoxton Street, London N1 6SH.
The works have a common theme of suburban life in the United States. For our American Triple Bill, Second Movement has commissioned our first original work, an opera by two young US artists, composer Stefan Weisman and librettist David Cote, entitled Fade. The other two works are a revival of one of our most acclaimed productions, Bernstein's Trouble in Tahiti, and a new production of Samuel Barber's A Hand of Bridge.
As part of Second Movements’ mission to make opera accessible to all ticket prices are low - £20 full price, and £15.00 for concessions. For more information and to book go to: http://www.secondmovement.org.uk/
We would be so interested to know if you do go to this event - please drop us an email if you do – either with a comment or just ‘Second Movement’ – to: sandra@icefiremarketing.com
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From Opera to - Networking in the City
North, South, East, & West – these networking events encompass companies from all areas of London – and are held in many locations.
With over 350 members Business Junction Networking could help to put your business on the map. Try an event first and see –
Business Junction Networking Lunch, Camden
Hi Sushi Salsa Restaurant3a Camden Wharf, Camden Lock London NW1 7BYThursday October 2nd 12.30-2.30pm
Venue Details
‘This launch event in Camden town will introduce the Business Junction concept of relaxed networking in top venues at affordable rates to those within Camden. But the real value is in the introductions made to businesses within the same borough to their neighbours and to others across London. Business Junction is the only network to offer true networking without boundaries where artificial lines in the map are not considered barriers to making connections.’
Booking this event
Lunch costs £18 + VAT for members per person attending (more than one person per company can come). Guest rates are £32 +VAT per person. To request booking details for this event and membership – please contact us –
sandra@icefiremarketing.com
When sending us an email please provide us with your company details, and do note that all payments must be received before the event.
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Moving on –
Are you a supporter of the European Union in its present dictatorial, bureaucratic and ‘gravy train’ format? - No ? Should the UK have been given a referendum on the Lisbon Treaty (the revamped EU Constitution) - as promised by the Labour Government and rejected by the Irish? – Yes ? Then if you would like to see change and support a legend in her own life-time – experience a piece of history – join us for Dinner on Monday, 27th October 2008 to celebrate the 20th Anniversary of Margaret Thatcher’s seminal Bruges Speech - with the Bruges Group - http://www.brugesgroup.com/
The BRUGES GROUP invites you to -
Dinner in the Presence of Baroness Thatcher
Monday, 27th October 2008 - From 6.30pm
A unique opportunity to celebrate with Lady Thatcher her seminal speech
with:
LORD TEBBITFormer Chairman of the Conservative Party.&PRESIDENT VÁCLAV KLAUSPresident of the Czech Republic speaking via a video address.
THE SPEAKERS
THE RT HON. LORD TEBBIT OF CHINGFORDLord Tebbit was the Member of Parliament for Chingford and a vital part of the reform process carried out by the Thatcher governments. Lord Tebbit was a key fi gure in the battle against the Maastricht Treaty, and is an active opponent of EU federalism. He remains to this day an enduring stand bearer of democracy and the nation-state.
PRESIDENT VÁCLAV KLAUSVáclav Klaus is the President of Czech Republic. Shortly after Czechoslovakia became free from communism he became Prime Minister and instituted Thatcherite economic reforms. He is widely regarded as being the key behind the Czech Republic’s economic transformation.Václav Klaus is Europe’s leading statesman opposing further European centralisation and the Lisbon Treaty. In 2005 President Klaus called for the EU to be replaced by a free-trade area. He has said of the Lisbon Treaty that the Irish referendum vote was a “victory of freedom and reason” and said “ratification cannot continue”.
20th Anniversary Dinner -Sparkling Reception: 6.30pm – 7.30pmThree Course Dinner (including wine, coffee, refreshments and petit fours): 7.45pm - 9.15pmSpeeches: From 9.15pmFollowed by AuctionDress Code: Lounge Suit
Please be advised that the Dinner will be held at a very prestigious venue in Central London. However, for security reasons guests will not be notified of the location until the tickets are issued.
For further information, including how to purchase tickets, please email us at – sandra@icefiremarketing.com
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Now – something for the ladies – but of course gentlemen are most welcome
A cross-party debate – Conservative, Labour and Liberal Democrat on the Equality Bill plus a great opportunity to Network –
However, firstly what are your views?
In what ways do you think ‘Equality’ has been beneficial?
Has 'Equality' been beneficial at all?
Is there 'Equality'?
What problems / benefits could the new Bill cause in the work place?
What problems / benefits are there in every day life?
Email me – sandra@icefiremarketing.com
The Women in Public Policy Magazine Launch &
Equality Bill Debate
Thursday 16 October, Council Chamber, City Hall, SE1
5:45-6:30- Networking
6:30-8 Session begins and Q & A
8-8:45 NetworkingTheresa May MP, Shadow Leader of the House and Shadow Minister for Women and Lynne Featherstone MP, Liberal Democrat Spokeswoman are already confirmed and we hope that the Rt Hon Harriet Harman MP, Leader of the House and Minister for Women will be able to join us. This is the first time all three of these leading female MPs will be together to talk about the Bill in public. The discussion will be chaired by journalist Shyama Perera. All three will outline their views in the new Women in Public Policy magazine - which all attendees will receive.
Attendance to this event is £15 to WiPP members - Membership of WiPP is £25.00 + VAT
For more information about WiPP - Women in Public Policy - please contact us –
sandra@icefiremarketing.com
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NOW – Experience the EXCITEMENT of HIGH-SPEED BASKETBALL
The NBA Europe Live Tour presents
MIAMI HEAT vs JERSEY NETS
At the O2 ARENA
12 October @ 7pm (doors open 5.30pm)
Tickets from £30.00 - £250.00
Location – O2 Arena, Peninsular Square SE10, Nearest Tube – North Greenwich. For further information call 0844 856 0202
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If Basketball doesn’t grab you – how about some Pre-Season SNOW – join the world’s TOP SNOWBOARDERS and SKIERS for a FOUR DAY event
*THE FREEZE*
at
BATTERSEA POWER STATION
23 – 26 October 2008
Join the world’s top snowboarders and skiers competing on a real snow slope
Location – Battersea Power Station, SE11, nearest train station Vauxhall
Details – Thursday – Saturday 11am – 11pm, Sunday 11 am – 9pm
*FREE ENTRY*
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Champagne–Champagne – Champagne – Champagne – Champagne–Champagne
Can YOU sabrage ?? OR as known to the cognoscenti - knocking a champagne cork out of a bottle with a Sword (Sabre)?
If you love champagne, have never attempted a sabrage – BUT would love to try – Come Join Us at the – Confrerie du Sabre d’Or Ball – icefire4sandra@aol.com
Firstly – just a little about the -
Welcome to the home of sabrage
The Confrérie du Sabre d'Or is devoted to promoting the act of Sabrage and the enjoyment of Champagne. The Heart of the Order is the growing number of Caveaux de Sabrage where Sabrage may be performed. The Caveaux range from small restaurants and Wine Bars to the grandest of Hotels. They all have two things in common - Champagne and fun. This is a wine and far too good to be left only to special occasions.
A programme of events throughout the year held at prestigious venues gives all our members and their guests excellent value for money and plenty of opportunity for Sabrage as well as enjoying excellent Champagne and food.
We welcome the opportunity of introducing you to the Confrérie and the fun of Sabrage.
Art of Sabrage
It can seem daunting when you are initially handed a sabre and a chilled bottle of Champagne with the expectation that you will sever the top of the bottle with the sword’s blade. Do not be downhearted! No-one has ever failed and all it needs is a firm wrist with a high elbow and you’ll be back at your table regaling your fellow guests with tales of how easy it really was.
When performed on a suitably chilled bottle of Champagne, the cork and glass annulus fly away, spilling little of the precious wine. The pressure of the Champagne always ensures that no glass falls back into the bottle. Today, the Maître-Sabreur is always there to make sure safety is observed, and the cork flies away from spectators.
Intrigued – Interested – Would like to have a GO – Join Us at the -
The Autumn Gala Ball & Grand Chapitre Britannique
7th November 2008 at
Tower Guoman Hotel, St Katharine’s Way
Tower Bridge London E1
http://www.guoman.com/the-tower/
Commissioned Members £105 - Ordinary Members £115 - Guests £125 –
For Booking details please contact – icefire4sandra@aol.com
Champagne Reception 7pm
Chapitre Ceremony 7.40pm
(investiture of Commandeurs, Officiers and Chevaliers)
Dinner at 8.15pm
Dancing to ‘Shine’
Carriages at 2am
Dress code – Black Tie
Please note that if you wish to stay at the hotel a special rate has been agreed.
When booking quote CONF071108
Telephone number - 0871 376 9036
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For the Creative and Lovers of Art there are many events in London which showcase an eclectic range of talent - we have chosen just a few - firstly -
Chelsea Old Town Hall, Kings Road, London SW3 5EE
16 - 19 October 2008Open daily :16 - 18 October - 11am - 6 pm19 October - 11am - 5.30pm
Admission fee - £ 5 (Concessions - £ 4 )
http://www.designercraftsatchelsea.org.uk/
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then
THE ART GLASS FAIR
ART & DESIGN IN GLASS FROM AROUND THE WORLD
&
ACROSS THE CENTURIES
‘The Art Glass Fair has been founded by collector and writer David Marshall – he has a passion for glass and a mission to share this passion with a wider audience.’
Sunday – 19 October 2008
10:00 to 16.00
Tickets - £5.00
Location – Dulwich College, London SW21 7LD
For information – http://www.artglassfair.co.uk/
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and finally
Art London
Celebrating its 10th Anniversary
Sponsored by Barratt London
&
Jacquart Champagne / Tatler
Held in the grounds of the Royal Hospital, Chelsea SW3 – there are 80 galleries showing 1000 artists from 5 continents –
This is a wonderful opportunity to see a wide range of affordable art under one roof – The Exhibition is from Thursday 02 to Monday 06 October 2008 – Opening Times – Thursday, Sunday & Monday 11am – 8.30pm – Friday & Saturday 11am – 8pm
Location – London Gate, Royal Hospital, Royal Hospital Road, Chelsea Nearest Underground – Sloane Square
For further information – http://www.artlondon.net/
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LAST – BUT NOT LEAST – LET US CONTRIBUTE TO –
THE AMAZING WORK OF THE
MACMILLAN CANCER SUPPORT CHARITY
www.macmillan.org.uk
AND AT THE SAMETIME DO OUR CHRISTMAS SHOPPING EARLY !!
The Macmillan Christmas Market is being held on –
Monday 3 November (Gala Evening 6pm - 9pm))
Tuesday 4 November (10am - 4pm)
Over 21 years The Macmillan Christmas Market has increased in size and - with more than 150 fantastic stalls - is now one of the most acclaimed charity fairs in the country
Venue – The Royal Horticultural Halls,
Greycoat Street, Westminster, SW1
Tickets - £25.00 for Monday 03 to include drinks and nibbles
+ entry on Tuesday 04
Tuesday 04 only - £7.00
If you are supporting this event please send us a brief email to –
sandra@icefiremarketing.com
Details can be obtained from us on purchasing tickets plus further information
or go to - http://www.macmillan.org.uk/
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If you have a great event which you would like to tell us about please email – sandra@icefiremarketing.com
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