Things To Do Today In London: Friday 22 February 2019

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Things to do

A free fashion late at Somerset House

DRAWN ON REAL LIFE: Artist Tim King created a drawing every day in 2018, the year which saw the Beast from the East, the World Cup, a scorching summer and plenty of other memorable events. See his daily doodles in this exhibition, where it's clear to see the attitudes and opinions of day-to-day life. Deptford Does Art Gallery, free, just turn up, 22 February-3 March

STOMACH FOR FIGHTING: Find out what British soldiers ate in the first world war and how the army dealt with and managed provisions, in this talk by Dr Rachel Duffett. She addresses food as both a physiological necessity and a source of psychological comfort. National Army Museum (Chelsea), free, book ahead, 11.30am

ST JAMES'S PARK: Join an expert guide for a walking tour around St James's Park. Hear about the history of the park, and surrounding areas including Horse Guards Parade and the Mall, and finish the tour by watching the resident pelicans being fed. St James's Park, £10, book ahead, 1.15pm-2.45pm

FASHION LATE: Somerset House keeps its doors open late for a free evening of fashion themed activities and events. The late ties in with the current free International Fashion Showcase, which shines a spotlight on up-and-coming designers from around the world. Somerset House, free, just turn up, 6pm-10pm

EXPLORATION LATE: Exploration of discovery is the theme of this late night opening at the Natural History Museum. Experienced cave diver Martin Robson talks about the underwater world, scientists share their latest research and the usual exhibitions and galleries are open after hours. Natural History Museum (South Kensington), free, just turn up, 6pm-10pm

Watch documentary Tales From Tin Pan Alley

MUSEUM LATE: It's the last Friday of the month, which means the V&A's Friday Late. Sonic Boom is the theme this time, with a soundscape-led tour of the galleries, a museum of sound, and an insight into the role of audio archiving just some of the events taking place. V&A Museum (South Kensington), free, just turn up, 6.30pm-10pm

TIN PAN ALLEY: Tales From Tin Pan Alley is a 110 year documentary history of Soho's music specialist road Denmark Street. Watch the crowdfunded film, which features Beta Band's Steve Mason, Sex Pistol Glen Matlock, The Damned's Captain Sensible, Bowie's bassist Herbie Flowers, Will Self, Dan Cruickshank, Tom Jones' lyric writer Barry Mason, Dame Vera Lynn and more. Crown Plaza Excel Hotel (Docklands), free, just turn up, 6.30pm-8pm

MUSIC BY CANDLELIGHT: Folk musician Martin Carthy has more than 50 years experience performing, and has been involved in 40 albums, including 10 solo albums. See him perform his ballad-style songs live at Southwark Cathedral tonight. Southwark Cathedral, £15/£12.50, book ahead, 7pm-10pm

AFRICAN CARIBBEAN COMEDY: Come Mek We Larf brings African Caribbean comedians including Kojo, Donna Spence and Mr Cee to the stage. Expect stand-up routines, games, music and a chance to win prizes. Dugdale Centre (Enfield), £15, book ahead, 7.45pm

Tube ponderings with Barry Heck

Our resident tube fancier dishes out daily thoughts on the London Underground.

My fiendish Friday quiz. In which tube station can you find this fellow? The first person to tweet the correct answer to @HeckTube wins a sample of air from the Bakerloo line.

Good cause of the day

Many charities are still looking for runners to take on the London Landmarks Half Marathon on their behalf in March. You'll need to contact the charity directly to secure a place — there's a list of the charities here.

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