Things to do
MUSEUM COLLECTIONS: Go behind the scenes at Fulham Palace, where Roman archaeological items are kept, along with paintings, engravings and other items. Learn how they're cared for — and even handle some of the objects yourself. Fulham Palace, free, just turn up, 11am-12pm
DRINKING IN SOUTHWARK: Take a guided tour around Southwark, focusing on the history of drinking in the area (it had one drinking establishment for every 14 householders in the 17th century, so there's plenty to cover). Begin with a look around the Old Operating Theatre Museum before setting off on the walk. Old Operating Theatre (London Bridge), £10, book ahead, 5pm-6.30pm
AQUAMAN: Head to Paddington to make the most of the decent weather with a free outdoor screening of Aquaman. The 2018 superhero film is shown on a large screen, with deckchairs and blankets available on a first come first served basis, and street food traders selling refreshments nearby. Merchant Square (Paddington), free, just turn up, 5.30pm-7.30pm
FUELLING DEMOCRACY: Caitlin Hoffman of the Benjamin Franklin Museum gives a talk on how the American Founding Father frequented London's 18th century coffee houses, using their stimulating environment to help shape his early political ideals. Benjamin Franklin House (Charing Cross), £7.48, book ahead, 6.30pm-8pm
EXPLORE ANTARCTICA: Explorer and record holder Ann Daniels talks about her experience being the first woman to ski to the North and South Poles, as part of all-female teams. She's since completed more than 10 polar expeditions and survived over 400 days on the ice. Put your questions to her in a Q&A after the talk. Intrepid Travel (Brixton), free, book ahead, 6.30pm-9pm
COMEDY PREVIEW: Comedian Ben Target — previously known for re-enacting a swimming lesson live on stage — offers a preview of his latest show Six Endings In Search Of A Beginning, before taking it to Edinburgh Festival. Battersea Arts Centre, £7/£5, book ahead, 7pm
SKETCH APPEAL: Drawing community Sketch Appeal hosts a summer party, an evening of creative activities helped along by a cocktail or two. Draw drunken sketches of your fellow party-goers, using your non-dominant hand, make your own party prop from paper, or write a postcard to a family member or friend, to be sent at the end of the night. Drink, Shop & Do (King's Cross), £14, book ahead, 7pm-9.30pm
SWING BAND: Tricity Vogue's All Girl Swing Band perform a musical cabaret show in a historic music hall. Expect to hear swing versions of 80s pop classics, vintage tunes, and saucy original songs — with a tap dancer accompaniment to some of them. Wilton's (Limehouse), £13.50-£22, book ahead, 7.30pm
LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS: 1986 rock horror musical film Little Shop of Horrors is shown at an open-air cinema on South Bank, powered by the audience. Hop on a static bike and get some pedal action going to power the film, or sit back in a deckchair and watch your fellow audience members do the hard work... but where's the fun in that? Southbank Centre, free, just turn up, 9.15pm
SPY CITY: Take part in an immersive three-part spy mission around the London Bridge area. Begin at a spy members' bar where you learn your mission, before going undercover in the area to try to find the safe house and rescue your fellow agents. London Bridge, £25, book ahead, 9pm-11pm (sponsor)
Tube ponderings with Barry Heck
Our resident tube fancier dishes out daily thoughts on the London Underground.
Most of London's iconic red-tiled tube stations were designed in the first decade of the 20th century by Leslie Green. His premature death aged just 33 is often linked to the stress and workload of the challenge. His legacy is a series of beautiful buildings across town, which I'll be sharing over the coming week. To start with, here's perhaps the least noticed of Green's stations... the tiny red-glazed entrance to Paddington underground. Follow Barry Heck on Twitter @HeckTube.
Good cause of the day
Head to Leighton House Museum tonight for a film screening, to raise money for the Hands Up Foundation, which provides aid for people affected by the conflict in Syria. The evening consists of a collection of films made by a young generation of Syrian filmmakers. Find out more and book tickets.
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