Things To Do Today In London: Wednesday 29 May 2019

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Things to do

HALF TERM: As the school break rattles on, it can be hard to come up with new ways to keep the kids entertained. Take a look at our half term guide to find out about family-friendly events in London this week.

WILDLIFE ART: A new exhibition of wildlife art opens today. Wildlife Artist of the Year showcases 150 artworks, from pencil drawings to oil paintings to recycled plastic sculptures. 50% of the money from every piece sold goes to conservation charity David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation. Mall Galleries, free entry, just turn up, 29 May-2 June

Wildlife Artist of the Year exhibition opens today

WINSTON CHURCHILL: Celebrate all things Winston Churchill on this guided walk by Discovering London tour guide Peter Berthoud. Visit London locations associated with the former prime minister throughout his life and see some rare memorabilia. Bond Street station, £30, book ahead, 10am-1pm

GOODNIGHT LONDON: Between the two big weekend events, All Points East festival hosts some free weekday entertainment. Tonight, catch a screening of documentary film Goodnight London, a collage of development in the capital over a 20 year period. It's preceded by a panel discussion on gentrification and followed by a Q&A with director Oliver Guy-Watkins. Victoria Park, free, just turn up, 5.25pm-7.20pm

EEL MONITORING: As part of London Rivers Week, take part in an eel monitoring workshop at Lea Bridge, and contribute research towards Zoological Society of London's conservation work. Learn about how London's eels are monitored, and why it's important. Lea Bridge (Clapton), free, book ahead, 5.30pm-7.30pm

Learn about eel monitoring on London's waterways

GLASSHOUSE YOGA: Take part in a yoga class in a listed glasshouse in west London. Listen to the sound of birds as you have a go at Vinyasa yoga. Mats are provided, but bring your own if you prefer. Ravenscourt Park, £12, book ahead, 6.30pm-7.30pm (sponsor)

FRANKLIN'S FRIENDS: He's best-known as one of America's Founding Fathers, but Benjamin Franklin had plenty of acquaintances here in the UK too. Dr. Márcia Balisciano, Director of Benjamin Franklin House, talks about the friends he made during his time in London, including Josiah Wedgwood of pottery fame, and blind organist John Stanley. Benjamin Franklin House (Charing Cross), £6, book ahead, 6.30pm-8pm

LONDON HISTORY QUIZ: Head along to the third annual Big History Quiz organised by London Historians. Devised and hosted by Londonist's very own Matt Brown, this is your chance to show off your knowledge of our city's past. Lots of prizes, including a prestigious trophy for the winners. Christopher Hatton pub (Holborn), £5/£7.50, book ahead, 6.30pm for 7pm start

MUSEUM LATE: On the last Wednesday of every month, Science Museum stays open late for adults only. Tonight's theme is 'the measure of all things', focusing on the digitisation of the kilogram, and activities include parlour games, talks about how clocks are made, cardiac science, and a silent disco. Age 18+. Science Museum (South Kensington), free, book ahead, 6.45pm-10pm

J D SALINGER: This year marks 100 years since the birth of American author JD Salinger. To celebrate, his son Matt Salinger takes part in a Q&A session with author Erica Wagner. Also expect readings from some of his works, including Catcher in the Rye and Glass Family. Waterstones Piccadilly, £8, book ahead, 7pm

Comedy courtesy of John Kearns and Pat Cahill

COMEDY: Comedians John Kearns and Pat Cahill pair up once again for a performance of their off-Broadway show, 110%, which offers up new thoughts on the Northern line, new sings to song and new pints to be dropped. This month's guest is stand-up comedian Gabby Best. The Bill Murray (Islington), £8, book ahead, 8pm-10pm

Tube ponderings with Barry Heck

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

Roundel of the Week: Few now remember TfL's doomed experiment with teleportation. This surviving portal in Holborn no longer works but, in 2012, you could use it to travel between Olympic venues. The scheme was curtailed following union action and complaints from physicists.