What we're reading:
- As he loses his sight, Rob Crossan writes a love letter to the sounds of London.
- Crossrail: Timetable for success?
- Everything you need to know about London's new feminist bookshop.
Things to do:
CHARTERHOUSE ART WORKSHOP: Spend the day wandering around the site of a 14th century Carthusian monastery, Tudor mansion, and 17th century school in pursuit of artistic inspiration. Working in pen, wash and pencil, you'll create your own sketches of this history-steeped cluster of buildings before venturing to the nearby Smithfield Market for some more creative fun. The Charterhouse (Clerkenwell), £50 book ahead, 10am-3pm
JENNY HOLZER: There's a new free display for you to ponder over in the Tate's Artist Rooms. Jenny Holzer's flickering neon signs and messages engraved into marble offer contradictory slogans that respond to the information overload that is thrown at us daily. Artist Rooms, Tate Modern (Southbank), free, just turn up, 10am-6pm, until 31 July 2019
KITCHEN GARDEN POP UP: A botanical haven arrives in the heart of SW1. Get some respite from the hustle and bustle of central London life in The Kitchen Garden's five unique zones, which include a lavender lounge, a performance stage, and a fitness and wellbeing hideaway. All proceeds go to charity. Nova Food (Victoria), £5, book ahead, 10am-8pm, until 8 September
FLOWER FAIRIES CAKE WORKSHOP: Got a kid with a sweet tooth? Take them to decorate fairy cakes with beetroot powder, edible flowers and freeze dried strawberries at The Garden Museum. While there, also visit the exhibition Flower Fairies: Botanical Magic, featuring Cicely Mary Barker's beloved illustrations. The Garden Museum (Lambeth), free with museum admission, just turn up, 2pm-4pm
STEPHEN CATLING: Raggedy northerner Stephen Catling has more than a few enemies — and one of them is himself. See him throw a few punches at this unpredictable and possibly violent comedy show. The Bill Murray (Islington), £5, book ahead, 6pm-6.30pm
An invitation to Londonist's beer launch party
Love London? Love beer? Then we've got some very exciting news to share. Londonist has teamed up with the talented folk at Fourpure Brewery to create our own unique, Londony brew. And we want to you to celebrate its launch with us. So go on, join us for an epic party at the Fourpure brewery on Sunday 16 September. There'll be live music, the chance to win some Londonist swag and, naturally, lots and lots of beer. More deets and booking info can be found here — and you can book tickets here.
NOTTING HILL CARNIVAL WORKSHOPS: Get ready for one of the biggest events in a Londoner's calendar — Notting Hill Carnival — with the help of some its most longstanding participants. Masquerade band Mangrove team up with Red Bull Music to offer a series of free workshops, including jerk chicken cooking, carnival costume making, and how to play in a steel band. The Tabernacle (Notting Hill), free, book ahead, 6.30pm-1opm
HAVANA MUSICA: The Jazz Cafe's famous Cuban night is back. Be transported to Havana's streets via the Melas of Bangladesh, as Lokkhi Terra takes to the stage. The Jazz Cafe (Camden), £10, book ahead, 7pm-11pm
NEW MOON: Enjoy folksy melodies and edgy pop at the Half Moon's musical discovery night. Tonight's lineup features Hannah Jackson, Gallery 47, Martin Yates, and Concept. Half Moon (Putney), £2.50, book ahead, 7.30pm
LIFE DRAWING: Not sure whether life drawing is for you? This class boasts an eclectic playlist, multiple models, and well-stocked bar for a more laid back approach. Under the expert tutelage of artist Dan Whiteson, you'll be sketching the human form like a pro in no time. Village Underground (Shoreditch), £16, book ahead, 7.30pm-9.30pm
THE DEER HUNTER: Genesis Cinema in Stepney Green is always brilliant for introducing you to classic cinema while being kind to your wallet. Tonight you can catch a 40th anniversary restoration of epic war drama The Deer Hunter. Be warned, it's a long one — but with a cast that includes Robert De Niro, Christopher Walken and Meryl Streep, we're not complaining. Genesis Cinema (Stepney Green), £5, book ahead, 8.20pm
Good cause of the day
This September, walk, roll or stroll your way through Battersea Park in aid of The Multiple Sclerosis Society. MS Walk 2018 costs £15 to register and you can choose between 1km, 6km, 10km, and 20km routes according to your abilities.
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