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OCD Connection
This Spring, CULT VISION in Clerkenwell and The 67 York Street Gallery in Marylebone will simultaneously showcase a retrospective of the very best works by Polish Artist Tomas Cichecki also
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Lockdown life zine
Maeve Cosovic is a resident and art director creating a zine about what life has been like for residents at the Barbican throughout the pandemic.
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Health in the City
Stephanie Ross updates us on the latest Health news in and around the Barbican.
Healthwatch update on our local health services and how to access up-to-date information by Gail Beer, Chair,
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St Giles' April Newsletter
(A message from Katharine Rumens)
Dear friends,
Services and events
Palm Sunday
We will be livestreaming the service this Sunday from 10am although those who feel able are very welcome to attend in person.
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A View from St Giles
I now know about RSJs (rolled steel joists). Knock down just one wall to let in more light – a modest modification – and, before you can say knife, you’ll
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Tech Talk
What does my router do?
Many people wonder what a router actually does. They ask why their router is the size it is, why they need it (“Why can’t I just
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The Cripplegate Institute
One enjoyment of being a pedestrian in London is that a leisurely walk gives one time to look around.
Coming out of Fortune Street Park and crossing Golden Lane next to
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Coming of age
Christopher Makin reflects on how Barbican residents are consulted
An 18th birthday is always worth celebrating, so join me in toasting the coming of age of the Barbican residents' forum that
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One Pesto At A Time
Just over a year ago, the pandemic hit us. It goes without saying that our lives changed dramatically as many of us have been through tough times, often separated from
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Theatre Previews
Hello everyone! As I write this in February, it was uncertain as to how and when the country was easing out of lockdown, so I do hope that the falling
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Crow-Watching
On a recent walk through the city, I made an impromptu visit to Fortune Park. A recent discovery for me, I have fallen a little bit in love with this
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Flat Watch
Sales and rentals holding up despite Covid
We keep on getting mixed messages from the media as to how property prices are holding up in the new lockdown, and in central
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Personal Finance
Use your allowances before 5 April 2021!
The UK tax year ends on 5th April and so the remaining weeks can provide a last-minute chance to save some tax with a
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Harmony, with History
A new partnership between the City Music Foundation and neighbouring Barts Heritage has produced a series of free concerts in the hospital’s Great Hall. Joanna Lyall reports.
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Planting Green
Advice on Planting Green and for Biodiversity, from Nic Guerra (Barbican Gardener) and the Barbican Wildlife Group
Planting in Barbican troughs
The trough should be lined with BEO black plastic refuse bags
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Bio-DO-versity
Some Dos (and Do Nots) to Protect Nature (and Yourself), by Julien Waite
What is Biodiversity?
What most of us think of as “a wasp” is one of two species. The classic
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INSIGHT
Exhibition Preview :: Janet Wells’ takes us online for her quarterly review of the Arts, Gallery and Museum scene
I can’t pretend that these ways of accessing art works is the
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THE GREAT HALL CONCERTS
Classical saxophonist Alastair Penman, a 2013 CMF artist, performs at 1pm at The Great Hall, Barts Heritage with pianist Jonathan Pease. This concert has been changed to an online-only event and will
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Better Nature
Our March Barbican Life magazine is winging its way to you and for our first issue of 2021, things are looking hopeful. We would love to come and give every
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Barbican Centre Opens in May
NEW programme for the spring and summer 2021
The Barbican today announces an exciting programme of new live events and digital content for spring and summer. In line with the latest
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Filming on Aldersgate St
Thanks to Cath Urquhart for her photos of the filming at the weekend. Crew wetting the streets for a rain scene! I have it on Barbican Talk authority that the
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International Women's Day 2021
On the 8th March we celebrate International Women's Day and the theme for 2021 is 'Choose to Challenge'.
Here is a poem from nearby Islington resident, Natasha Anne Kelleher, to get
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ZOOM WRITING WORKSHOP
In celebration of International Women's Day, a writing workshop focusing on menopause.
Using the image of the sea and water as a metaphor for transformation, you will write from personal experience
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BUMPING SPACES
How to get involved TACKLING ISOLATION:
You should already have received a booklet through your letterbox.
The Barbican Library are looking for people to share their thoughts and help develop ideas around
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BOOK UP FOR MARCH 10TH
Equilibrium perform string quartets by historical and contemporary women composers.
Imogen Holst - Phantasy Quartet
Bethan Morgan-Williams - Double Double
Caroline Shaw - Entr'acte
Elizabeth Maconchy - String Quartet no.3
Equilibrium is a new ensemble dedicated
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SHORT EATS on the Radio!
We’re also going to be on Hoxton Radio this coming Thursday 25th Feb at 1030am, which is a bit surreal! Make sure to tune in on https://hoxtonradio.com/!
Moving on to food. We’re
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Competition for Designers
DIGITAL SERVICE POINT - OPEN CALL COMPETITION
The competition seeks innovative and feasible design solutions for a modern, multifunctional Digital Service Point that will seamlessly blend existing street furniture and physical
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Integrity Centre
New on the BA Discount Scheme:
Boost your mental and physical health at our holistic wellbeing centre. We offer Group Yoga & Pilates Classes, Clinical Hypnotherapy & Psychotherapy, Massage Therapy, Private
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Painting Rocks
Resident Juliana Lottmann shares her new mindfulness project for a greater sense of togetherness in times of isolation.
I feel that this crazy period of the past 10+ months of lockdowns,
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Putting your belly on Lockdown
Barbican resident and owner of Short Eats gives her bitesize take on lockdown, life and food.
There’s a lot going on right now, isn’t there? This Covid/lockdown/pandemic period has set into
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