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Saturday 18 September,\u00a0<\/strong>between 2 pm and 6 pmSeveral community campaigns are coming together to remind you that\u00a0another Brixton is possible.\u00a0\u00a0Expect speeches from Fight the Tower Campaign, Save Cressingham, Brixton Rec Users Group, Save Nour\/ Save Brixton, London Renters Union, Green New Deal London, Planning Aid for London and more – with some music and poetry too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Partnership is inviting Black individuals, organisations and allies that are striving for an equal society to join the Community Assembly on\u00a0Saturday 18 September. Book separately for morning (10-30 to 1 pm) and afternoon (2 pm to 4 pm) sessions –\u00a0#TogetherWeThrive<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n On These Streets<\/strong>\u00a0is a free interactive audio experience by Non Zero One, accessible\u00a0until 30 September.\u00a0 It takes the form of a self-guided walk using a web-app, created in response to the 1981 Uprising, including verbatim testimony, new writing and music.\u00a0 The walk route starts from Brixton Tube Station, takes in 6 waypoints and is available between 10 am and 10 pm daily.\u00a0 To book, see https:\/\/brixtonhouse.co.uk\/whats-on\/<\/a><\/u> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n When Brixton Went on Fire:\u00a0<\/strong>A photo exhibition at the Carnegie Library Community Hub, Herne Hill Road, continues\u00a0until Wednesday 29 September. Organised by Learning Through the Arts, open Tuesday- Friday 11 am to 6 pm, Mondays from 2 pm, Saturdays 9 am to 4-30 pm, but closed for lunch 1 pm to 2 pm each day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Events at Brixton Windmill<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n We were caught out by some late changes to dates, but fortunately there is an extra\u00a0Open Weekend\u00a0at the Windmill on\u00a0Saturday 25 and Sunday 26 September.\u00a0 Tours are still free but must be booked in advance, via\u00a0www.brixtonwindmill.org<\/a><\/u> In addition, a guided walk round the\u00a0Brixton Hill\u00a0area starts from the mill at 1 pm on\u00a0Sunday 26th\u00a0– again, book via the website. A guided walk around Stockwell Green on\u00a0Sunday19 September\u00a0– meet at 2-30 pm outside the Costcutter store, at corner of Landor Road and Lingham Street, SW9 9JF.\u00a0 No booking required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Ecosystem Coldharbour – Community Truths Meeting<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n This coalition of community projects covers the north-east side of Brixton, from Angell Town Estate through Moorlands Estate. Their next open meeting is a chance to share problems and make contacts to help organise solutions – 6 pm to 9 pm on\u00a0Wednesday 29 September\u00a0at Moorland Estate Community Centre, 50a Corry Drive SW9 8QT (off Somerleyton Road).\u00a0\u00a0Please note the change of date and venue from previous notices.\u00a0 Reserve a place by e-mailing\u00a0 connect@ecosystemcoldharbour.org<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n This runs from\u00a018-26 September,\u00a0with various events tied in with Climate Change and Green spaces. It kicks off in\u00a0Myatt’s Fields Park<\/strong> on Saturday, 18th. Loughborough Farm\u00a0<\/strong>have a workshop on Creating New Plants from Cuttings – on\u00a0Saturday 25 September\u00a0from 10-30 am to 1 pm – please book in advance via\u00a0loughboroughfarm@gmail.com<\/u><\/a> South London Botanical Institute<\/strong>\u00a0(in Norwood Road, towards Tulse Hill Station) also has a couple of events that week. The Market returns to the basement of the Department Store, on <\/strong>Ferndale Road, on both\u00a0Saturday & Sunday,\u00a02 & 3 October,\u00a0open from 11 am to 5 pm each day.\u00a0 To book a stall, see the website, \u00a0https:\/\/www.blackculturemarket.co.uk<\/a><\/u> Admission is free but please register in advance via Eventbrite – see website for link.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Breaking the Moul<\/strong>d\u00a0is the theme of the next exhibition at the 198 Gallery on Railton Road.\u00a0 Continuing the gallery’s long-standing commitment to showcasing the work of ethnic minority artists, it will feature 12 emerging artists from the Democratic Republic of Congo.\u00a0 The show will run from\u00a014 October to 28 November, normal opening hours Monday- Friday, 11 am to 5 pm, free admission.\u00a0 More information at\u00a0www.198.org.uk<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Review of Low Traffic NeighbourhoodsWe have heard little from members about how well – or not – the LTNs are working around our area, but it’s critical to identify what works and what does not.\u00a0 Lambeth is inviting comments, so decisions can be taken in the New Year about whether to make these temporary schemes permanent.\u00a0Around Brixton, the\u00a0Railton LTN\u00a0is open for comments until\u00a010 October,\u00a0to\u00a0www.lambeth.gov.uk\/railton-ltn-say<\/u><\/a> <\/strong>Although there was prior local consultation on the design of this LTN, the present layout introduced extra features such as cutting off the northern arm of Shakespeare Road from all vehicle traffic from the Railton Road side.Consultations should follow on the\u00a0Ferndale and Tulse Hill LTNs,\u00a0but we have not been able to get clear dates yet – we suggest contacting\u00a0lowtrafficneighbourhoods@lambeth.gov.uk<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Lambeth proposes to make 3\u00a0“Article 4 Directions”\u00a0to protect existing business premises from casual change to residential use.\u00a0 The Government has removed most planning protection, with the risk that most shops and workspaces will be changed into flats, which generate higher rents for landlords.\u00a0 Between them, the 3 proposed orders would cover Brixton Town Centre, the other established business areas (KIBAs) around the borough, and the north end of the borough which is part of London’s Central Business District.\u00a0\u00a0Closing date for comments is\u00a027 September.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Don’t panic – this one is largely to keep track of how residents think the Council is doing with running its Parks and other open spaces, rather than any new proposals.\u00a0 Might be worth commenting on those extended closures of our scarce greenspaces for commercial events though?Closing date for this one is 29 October.For access to Council consultations generally, see the Lambeth website and follow the Consultations links –\u00a0https:\/\/beta.lambeth.gov.uk\/consultations\/<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n A quick reminder of some of the schemes about to close – most have previously been circulated by\u00a0Integrate\u00a0– if you missed those notices, contact\u00a0\u00a0eoin.heffernan@integrateagency.co.uk<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n LEAP Co-Create Fund, <\/strong>supporting pre-school children and their families, see\u00a0www.leaplambeth.org.uk\/cocreate\u00a0<\/u><\/a>closes at 12 noon on\u00a0Monday 20 September.<\/p>\n\n\n\n London Fund for Racialised Communities\u00a0(Round 2) <\/strong>from the BME Health Forum and Comic Relief, closes at 12 noon on\u00a0Monday 4 October.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n Women in Innovation Awards\u00a02021\/22, <\/strong>for women business founders or social entrepreneurs, deadline 11 am on Wednesday\u00a020 October.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Writing effective Grant Proposals <\/strong>Tuesday 28 September,\u00a010 am to 4 pm, on-line via Zoom.\u00a0 A course to provide you with the basics of preparing effective grant applications.\u00a0 Delivered by CLEN cic and funded by the Walcot Foundation and Battersea Power Station Foundation.\u00a0 Apply via Eoin Heffernan at Integrate, e-mail as above. <\/p>\n\n\n\n It’s easy to overlook some channels for finding volunteers to help your group or project, so here’s a reminder about\u00a0Team London Volunteering<\/strong>. Advertising volunteer roles with them is free, and you may attract people from beyond your immediate area, or with key skills you need. It’s hosted by City Hall, so find their webpages at https:\/\/www.london.gov.uk\/what-we-do\/volunteering\/search\/<\/a><\/u><\/p>\n\n\n\n Training from Brixton BID<\/strong>: If you are a social enterprise or small business within the Brixton Business Improvement District, take advantage of these upcoming courses:<\/p>\n\n\n\n In Lambeth and Southwark, people from Black communities have historically faced worse health outcomes than other groups.\u00a0 The\u00a0Transformational Leadership Programme\u00a0will support up to 20 local organisations to develop Black potential leaders and reduce racial inequality.\u00a0 The programme is supported by the Guys & St. Thomas Foundation, but\u00a0deadline\u00a0for applications is\u00a0Thursday 30 September.\u00a0 Contact Eoin Heffernan at Integrate Agency, as above.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Art4Space have launched a number of new courses and activities at their Creative Learning Hub, 31 Jeffreys Road, SW4 6QU. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Creative Enterprise\u00a0for Textiles or Ceramics<\/strong>, meeting on Friday mornings 10 am to 12-30 pm, from\u00a024 September to 3rd December\u00a0(except 29 October) with an opportunity to sell the products made at a local Christmas Market.\u00a0 Open to all residents with a SW2, SW4 or SW9 postcode, but places are limited – enquiries to\u00a0jewels@art4space.co.uk<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Creative Remedies\u00a0<\/strong>is a Women’s Sewing Collective, meeting on Wednesday mornings, 10 am to 12-30 pm, from\u00a022 September to 1st December\u00a0(except 27 October) – enquiries to\u00a0<\/strong>info@art4space.co.uk<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n After School Art Clu<\/strong>b\u00a0runs on Thursdays, 3-45 to 5 pm, minimum age 8, fee \u00a35 each – see\u00a0<\/strong>http:\/\/www.art4space.co.uk<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Mosaic Classes\u00a0<\/strong>are continuing in person on Tuesday evenings, 6-30 to 9 pm.\u00a0 Enquiries to <\/strong>jewels@art4space.co.uk<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Get that novel started!\u00a0\u00a0The Carnegie Library Community Hub is hosting another creative writing course on Thursdays from\u00a021 October.\u00a0\u00a0This will run for 6 sessions, from 7 pm to 9 pm, for up to 12 participants.\u00a0 Cost is \u00a3129 (\u00a3109 for OAPs).\u00a0 Courses are led by Dominic Canty – for details and booking, see\u00a0https:\/\/creative-writer.co.uk\/courses<\/a><\/u><\/p>\n\n\n\n With infections rising again, make sure you have not missed out on getting vaccinated! <\/strong>For the latest details of local vaccination clinics, see <\/strong>www.selondonccg.nhs.uk\/popupclinics<\/a><\/u> This also includes clinics beyond the borough boundary, to give you more choice. The Lambeth Health and Wellbeing bus is still popping up at various locations to fill gaps in coverage – and for other health functions too.\u00a0 To keep track of it, see\u00a0www.lambethtogether.net\/wellbeing-bus<\/a><\/u><\/p>\n\n\n\n Black River Counselling<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n This is a free online service supporting people of Black African and Afro-Caribbean heritage, to meet their mental health and wellbeing needs at this difficult time.\u00a0 If you are a low income key worker, a young person (over 18), an elder, or someone who just needs to talk, please get in touch at 0808 196 3007.\u00a0 Hosted by Lambeth & Southwark Mind – see\u00a0<\/strong>https:\/\/www.lambethandsouthwarkmind.org.uk\/our-services\/<\/a><\/u><\/p>\n\n\n\n Lambeth is to extend its contract with Greenwich Leisure Ltd (GLL) for another year, but is likely to bring all leisure facilities back under Council management\u00a0 from April 2023.\u00a0 Brixton Recreation Centre is the most high-profile site, but the Ferndale and Flaxman sites are also in our orbit, and GLL also manage the major Clapham, Streatham and West Norwood sites.\u00a0 GLL have held the current contract since 2007.\u00a0 Direct management by Lambeth opens up the potential for a more responsive service to residents needs, rather than what suits the contractor. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Windrush Square\u00a0is currently the southernmost outpost of the Mayor’s Cycle Hire scheme, but there is now a petition to extend it as far as Herne Hill.If you want to support it, see \u00a0https:\/\/you.38defrees.org.uk\/petitions\/extend-the-santander-cycle-hire-scheme-to-herne-hill<\/a><\/u><\/p>\n\n\n\n Share your news! <\/strong>We are keen to share news and requests from our member groups in these bulletins.\u00a0 Short items are easier, bearing in mind that many people are trying to read this on their mobile phones.\u00a0 Distribution is normally monthly, so please send any news for the October issue before the end of September, to the Secretary as above.\u00a0Is our mailing list correct?<\/p>\n\n\n\n Finally, our usual reminder for you to tell us – at\u00a0admin@brixtonneighbourhoodforum.org<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n – If you would like to add a colleague or neighbour to our e-mail distribution list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n – If you would prefer these bulletins to be sent to a different e-mail address so you can receive them more quickly or reliably.<\/p>\n\n\n\n – If you no longer wish to receive them because you are no longer interested, or have moved away.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Events Community Rally on Windrush Square Saturday 18 September,\u00a0between 2 pm and 6 pmSeveral community campaigns are coming together to remind you that\u00a0another Brixton is possible.\u00a0\u00a0Expect speeches from Fight the Tower Campaign, Save Cressingham, Brixton Rec Users Group, Save Nour\/ Save Brixton, London Renters Union, Green New Deal London, Planning Aid for London and more … Continue reading september 2021<\/span> Black Thrive Lambeth Partnership<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
81 Acts of Exuberant Defiance<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Lambeth Heritage Festival continues<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
There is\u00a0also a talk at 7 pm on\u00a0Wednesday 29September, tracing the past 10 years of activity since the major restoration of the mill in 2011.\u00a0 Available in person at the Education Centre next to the mill, or via Zoom, but for either option, please book via the website.
A Walk Round Stockwell Green<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nGreat Big Green Week<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Also worth looking at the\u00a0Lambeth Larder<\/strong>\u00a0website, particularly for food-growing projects and ideas – see http:\/\/lambethlarder.communitymaps.org.uk\/<\/a><\/u><\/p>\n\n\n\nBlack Culture Market at The Department Store<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Autumn Show at 198 Gallery<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Current Council Consultations\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Safeguarding Space for Local Business<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Parks and Open Spaces Consultation<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Funding, Training and Support<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Grant deadlines approaching<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Finding Volunteers <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Promoting Equality and Diversity<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Courses & classes at Art4Space<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Creative Writing Course <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Health and Social Care<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Coronavirus Update<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
In Other News
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Extending the Santander Cycle Hire Scheme<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Are you using your Forum?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
What’s on your agenda?<\/strong> Last month we asked for topics to include in our next meeting, but it seems as if most people took the opportunity to get away, so we only received some holiday pictures from the Isle of Wight and Crete! Despite Government blethering, Coronavirus infection rates have been rising, so the next Forum meeting will still be on Zoom. We are keen to have presentations or reports about what you are doing or planning, or to discuss any local issues, but we do need to hear what you want included in a meeting anytime soon –\u00a0contact the Secretary at\u00a0apiperbrix@aol.com<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n