http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/list.php?9 EN Wed, 08 Sep 2010 12:50:14 +0100 Wed, 08 Sep 2010 12:50:14 +0100 The Lounge Phorum 5.1.25 60 http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,2699,5353#msg-5353 The Commander
Or you can read our August Newsletter here:

Dear Friends of the Picture Palace Campaign,

It seems like an age since our July update informing you that:

“On 17 June, KICC (Kingsway International Christian Centre) issued its press release stating that it would not be lodging an appeal against Bromley’s planning decision in December. Instead it is now “considering a variety of building use options that will most benefit the whole community”. The Picture Palace Campaign responded positively but cautiously, encouraging KICC to enter into “meaningful dialogue” to find a “mutually acceptable outcome”. We noted that the building’s D2 classification will allow only leisure uses. And we urged KICC to contact City Screen, so as to bring back a cinema to 25 Church Road.”

As we are continually asked what is happening at 25 Church Road and where we are with the campaign, here is an update.

Latest News
Scaffolding was taken into the former cinema on Friday August 6th. Liaising closely with ward councillors, who contacted Bromley council and the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) we learned that KICC is carrying out asbestos removal and decoration. The height of the ceiling of the auditorium is why full scaffolding is needed.

Given the nature of the work and the high profile this building has in Crystal Palace, local residents and traders are naturally concerned and would appreciate information from KICC, especially if it intends to use the building for religious concerts, as stated in its press release.

Despite public statements that it does not wish to fight the community it intends to serve, we remain disappointed that KICC has still not spoken with the local community. We believe that dialogue and consultation is the best way to foster a good relationship, so the absence of contact remains a serious concern for all of us supporting regeneration in Crystal Palace.

We are particularly concerned about what the latest work may signify. When news that KICC had acquired 25 Church Road filtered down to its congregation, a number of the KICC South West facebook group commented that they looked forward to attending KICC’s Watchnight services at 25 Church Road, rather than at the Fairfield Halls, the previous venue.

The KICC Watchnight service has been described as “a major evangelistic event” forming part of “London’s largest Christian New Year’s Eve celebration, with an inspirational message from the Pastor of Kingsway International Christian Centre, Matthew Ashimolowo” and “a feast of arts, worship and contemporary music – with artists from the UK, Africa and the States.” Trailers such as the “The Eagles are Rising” on You Tube demonstrate the event is similar to a large concert.

Is this the type of religious concert KICC plan for 25 Church Road?

A concert of this size will have the same impact regarding traffic, parking and noise that many residents objected to during the planning application for a change of use from D2 public entertainment to D1 religious worship.

The PPC will keep a close eye out for any attempt to hold concerts which involve a large element of D1 religious worship and shall endeavour to ensure attempts to perform live music or play recorded music is subject to the appropriate licensing.

We would be grateful for help from anyone with expertise of licensing issues.

We have recently been out and about, holding fun fundraisers, setting up stall outside Sainsbury’s and delivering 13,000 campaign leaflets. What is very clear – talking to local people – is that there is still huge support for the cinema campaign.

Much comes from constituents of Dulwich and West Norwood, Croydon North and Lewisham West and Penge many of whom use Crystal Palace Triangle for leisure, recreation and shopping. Since the start of the campaign, last summer, we have been working with local councillors and MPs. There is great support from all political parties active locally.

On 30 June members of the campaign team met our local MPs – the Rt Hon. Tessa Jowell, Rt Hon. Malcolm Wicks and Jim Dowd – at Westminster. It was a very constructive discussion and we are confident their help can move things forward.

The MPs agreed to facilitate a meeting with KICC and sent a letter inviting Pastor Dipo, its Chief Executive Officer, to discuss the church’s intentions for the future of 25 Church Road with local residents. This should take place in early September.

Given the growing uncertainty, rumour and speculation around KICC’s plans for the building and the possible fudging of the D2 leisure use to hold religious concerts, we believe it is more important than ever for an open discussion to view the true picture.

We will post information regarding the meetings with the MPs and KICC on our website.

We also heard of a planning application for a new mixed use development being prepared by the developer St. Aidans Group for the Victory Place/Carberry Works site off Westow Street and understand that initial proposals include a cinema.

Our focus remains returning a cinema to 25 Church Road, but we would hope to discuss this new development with the scheme’s promoters.

We will keep you posted.

Fundraising
An extra big thank you to all involved in organising, helping out, filming and those who came in droves to support our Fundraising Day on 10 July. It was a gloriously sunny day and great to meet so many lovely people.

We would particularly like to thank all those who pounded the streets of Crystal Palace, Sydenham, Forest Hill, Dulwich and beyond, delivering our latest leaflet the week before. It was a hot week but good exercise we hope…

And, the message certainly got out there. The Have Your Cake and Eat It event in association with the Transmitter magazine held at the Grape & Grain pub was a huge success and great fun. The campaign stall at Sainsbury’s was like we had never been away – the interest from young and old in bringing a cinema to Crystal Palace is definitely still there and the new Jane Shearman design limited edition campaign canvas eco- bags sold very well.

The cakes were amazing! A HUGE thanks to Gobble Gobble, Angel Cakes and ‘C’ is for Cake for their wonderful cakes and donations to the campaign, to Jane Shearman for her iconic designs, to the Peryls for their perfect musical accompaniment to a delightful afternoon and of course Rick and team at the G & G for supporting the campaign. Thanks to Andy and all at the Transmitter for making this happen, Smash Bang Wallop and Bookseller Crow for supporting us too. And, many thanks to the delightful Nadia Sawalha for making a guest appearance signing copies of her new cook book “Stuffed Vine Leaves Saved My Life”.

Check out coverage of the day in issue 13 of the Transmitter magazine: Eat Cake for Victory.
We also set up stall at Kingswood Primary School Summer Fair the following weekend. Thank you to everyone who came over to chat and buy the campaign bags.

In total we raised nearly £1,300 over the week. Thank you everyone.

What do we do with the funds raised?
Last year we set up the Picture Palace Campaign Community bank account and to date we have raised just over £9,000 through your donations for t-shirts, badges and canvas eco bags and from holding bring and buy sales, quiz nights, raffles and other events. This money is used for the purchase and printing of posters, objection postcards and thousands of leaflets as well as the t-shirts, badges and bags. We hosted the meeting for 1,000 people at the Queens Hotel in October and hired coaches to go to the planning committee meeting at Bromley back in December. Where possible we use local businesses.

We currently have £1,500 in the bank account to ensure the campaign stays in the public eye and to help pay for legal advice on proposals coming forward from KICC for 25 Church Road.

The campaign is run by volunteers and is supported by a large number of local traders and businesses (too many to name) without whose support we could not have got this far. Thank you.

Next Fundraiser
The next fundraiser is The Sphinx Dining Club Presents – a benefit dinner and concert which will take place in the atmospheric St John the Evangelist Church, Auckland Road, Upper Norwood on Saturday 16 October 2010. Tickets cost just £28 and are available from the event website The Sphinx Dining Club. Tickets are selling fast so don’t miss out!
It promises to be a spectacular evening and even the campaign team haven’t been told What to Expect other than the information that can be found on the event website. Event sponsors and supporters so far are Joanna’s restaurant, Bambino and Crystal Palace and Norwood Chamber of Commerce. If you would like to sponsor the event, please contact Noreen Meehan on 07725 057453 or email noreen@lemonia.org.

We hope to see lots of new and familiar faces on 16 October – it really is going to be a wonderful evening.

Jane Shearman design campaign canvas eco-bags
These are available for a donation of £5 at Bookseller Crow on the Hill for all things books (and bags) and Smash Bang Wallop for all things funky on Westow Street, Crystal Palace.
Photo here

What can you do to help?
Our message is: “Stay involved, tell us what you think and continue to support the campaign”. We continue to need your thoughts, ideas and involvement as we move forward.

Next Public Meeting
In our last newsletter we said that there would be a public meeting in August /September. People have questioned whether a meeting is necessary until we have any concrete news on KICC’s plans for the building. Please let us know what you think.

Finally – Thank you
Thank you for supporting the campaign –don’t forget you are the campaign. We wouldn’t be here without you.]]> The Lounge http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,2699,5353#msg-5353 Wed, 08 Sep 2010 12:50:14 +0100 http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,4971,4979#msg-4979 zebra It's very friendly and the quizmaster David is very welcoming. I've often seen people doing the quiz there on their own, but go along and I'm sure it won't be long before you make a few friends. He tends not to do sports questions, which is great for the girls - mainly general knowledge with a picture round. Occasionally he'll do a music quiz. Fee £2.00 per person
I've been doing the quiz there for a while now and really enjoy it.]]> The Lounge http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,4971,4979#msg-4979 Tue, 27 Jul 2010 10:31:10 +0100 http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,4971,4971#msg-4971 nanalinda The Lounge http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,4971,4971#msg-4971 Sat, 24 Jul 2010 22:07:59 +0100 http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,4950,4950#msg-4950 Ail ou Radis
Very funny clip if you speak French .... and probably a little too familiar if you don't!!


Want to avoid this situation? Sign up for French classes at the Blue Mountain Cafe starting September 2010....Beginners; Improvers & Advance speakers welcome!

http://www.ailouradis.weebly.com]]> The Lounge http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,4950,4950#msg-4950 Sun, 18 Jul 2010 16:39:11 +0100 http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,4848,4848#msg-4848 martell1
If you are looking for a unique corporate event for your company, then they hold free taster digital photography classes

http://www.frui.co.uk/club_frui/free_photography_class_at_your_office]]> The Lounge http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,4848,4848#msg-4848 Tue, 06 Jul 2010 17:27:57 +0100 http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,4792,4792#msg-4792 Ail ou Radis
Follow the link and discover the story behind the story.....]]> The Lounge http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,4792,4792#msg-4792 Wed, 23 Jun 2010 12:36:40 +0100 http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,2699,4642#msg-4642 Karine S
http://www.youtube.c...h?v=HVRGkauDCAY

http://www.crystalpalacelocal.co.uk/]]> The Lounge http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,2699,4642#msg-4642 Wed, 16 Jun 2010 14:48:20 +0100 http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,4516,4516#msg-4516 The Jug Band
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mb1pbmOVWTk

Hope you like it, please tell your friends!]]> The Lounge http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,4516,4516#msg-4516 Thu, 27 May 2010 21:43:01 +0100 http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,3164,4500#msg-4500 Sam Stephens
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We've recently seen sombrero hats and piano's being lent and given away (in that order) and there have also been some very happy tales of new friendships forming as a result, too.

The more people who join, the better the site becomes so do please spread the word if you can. It's so easy to join and is a great way to bring communities together - as well as save money and energy too, of course.]]> The Lounge http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,3164,4500#msg-4500 Wed, 26 May 2010 14:36:35 +0100 http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,2699,4244#msg-4244 sydenhamcentral This is the before:
[IMG]http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y274/leenewham/whatifsydenham/cp-cinema-before_2.jpg[/IMG]
But what if...
[IMG]http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y274/leenewham/whatifsydenham/CPCINEMAMASTER_AFTER.jpg[/IMG]

More images and info on the blog:
[url=http://www.whatifsydenham.wordpress.com] WHAT IF SYDENHAM BLOG[/url]

We have created quite a few makeovers of businesses around Sydenham now. We are focusing on how to make empty shops more attractive next.]]> The Lounge http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,2699,4244#msg-4244 Wed, 14 Apr 2010 12:01:29 +0100 http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,3164,4225#msg-4225 flambeth The Lounge http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,3164,4225#msg-4225 Sat, 10 Apr 2010 10:58:40 +0100 http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,3754,4089#msg-4089 DanC The Lounge http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,3754,4089#msg-4089 Sat, 13 Mar 2010 12:22:02 +0000 http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,4065,4065#msg-4065 David Cheetham
Planting
This month roses will begin that first bloom.

Azaleas and camellias are best planted while blooming. They began their blooming in February, so March is right in the middle of their blooming season. Please don’t feed your camellias until they have completed their blooming. If you do, they will drop all remaining buds. Fertilise to reward the plant after the blooming ends.

Spring colour plants are arriving! Brighten up your gardens with perennials and annuals. Look for perennials such as campanula, columbine, coral bells, delphinium, foxglove (digitalis), diascia, penstemon, salvia, yarrow and so much more. Great annuals to pick from include celosia, coleus, dianthus, linaria, lobelia, marigolds, nicotiana, petunias, salvias, and verbena.

There is still time for planting bulbs!

And, don’t forget to start your vegetable gardens! Veggies as the cabbage family (cabbage, Brussels sprouts, broccoli), squash, lettuce, spinach, peppers, and cool season tomatoes will be in this month. This is also a good time not only to prune back herbs from last year, but also add in new plants such as chives, parsley, rosemary, sage, tarragon, and thyme.

Maintenance Duties
Fertilise your lawns and roses.

Snails will coming be out to munch on the tender new growth. So stay alert.

Now is also the time to divide perennials such as agapanthus, callas, daylilies, rudbeckia, and daisies. Those with fuchsias can cut them back two-thirds toward the main branches. Remember to leave 2-5 leaf bud/scars for new growth.

You can begin pruning your ornamental shrubs (pittosporum, boxwood, etc.) for hedges. Wait to prune spring-flowering shrubs and trees until their blooming is over.

And if anyone has any specific gardening questions they would like answering, please feel free to email us; info@davidcheethamgardens.co.uk

Happy Gardening!!

Regards
David Cheetham MSGD]]> The Lounge http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,4065,4065#msg-4065 Tue, 09 Mar 2010 17:29:12 +0000 http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,3980,3980#msg-3980 flambeth The Lounge http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,3980,3980#msg-3980 Fri, 26 Feb 2010 11:48:58 +0000 http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,3903,3903#msg-3903 minitoots The Lounge http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,3903,3903#msg-3903 Fri, 12 Feb 2010 10:39:23 +0000 http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,3831,3831#msg-3831 micky1 The Lounge http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,3831,3831#msg-3831 Sun, 31 Jan 2010 11:33:28 +0000 http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,2699,3815#msg-3815 downsouth The Lounge http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,2699,3815#msg-3815 Thu, 28 Jan 2010 10:26:25 +0000 http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,2703,3771#msg-3771 Nygel of The Goose -------------------------------------------------------
> Lol MM , Danny la roux?


ha ha , more like .]]> The Lounge http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,2703,3771#msg-3771 Thu, 21 Jan 2010 15:38:50 +0000 http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,3754,3754#msg-3754 sparky
On a positive note, am loving the trees they planted in front of the shops on Rosendale Road. Well done whoever organsied that!]]> The Lounge http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,3754,3754#msg-3754 Sun, 17 Jan 2010 18:47:37 +0000 http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,2699,3750#msg-3750 Local The Lounge http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,2699,3750#msg-3750 Sat, 16 Jan 2010 20:00:00 +0000 http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,3678,3683#msg-3683 tcse21
Hopefully not...]]> The Lounge http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,3678,3683#msg-3683 Fri, 01 Jan 2010 19:37:03 +0000 http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,3678,3678#msg-3678 Waize This city is also famous for its celebrity culture too as a result to fufill all these the presence of first class restauranats are important. The mexican restaurants are the most popular one. Infact the [url=http://www.redorestaurant.com/]mexican restaurants west Hollywood[/url] is so famous that the tourists as well as the celebrities make it a point to visit one of the mexican restaurants and if they visit once, then it is sure that they will visit it more and more because of the excellent food and services put forward by them.
One of the most famous mexican restaurants in west hollywood is matrix which provides all kinds of mexican dishes which includes the traditional as well as the classic cuisine too. They provide the right mexican dishes with the right flavour, ingredient etc. so you don’t have to prepare a mexican dish but visit matrix or one such mexican restaurant to know and have a taste of one of the mexican dishes at these foodie centers.
A lot of people love mexican food. This is because of many reasons. From latin to spanish, the people have a great craving for mexican food. If we ask 10 people, which kind of food they like the most ? out of 10 atleast six people will opt for mexican dishes. The main reason why the mexican food is sought after among the public is because of its intense flavouring, colourful presentation and the apt usage of the ingredient makes the mexican food stand out from the other.]]> The Lounge http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,3678,3678#msg-3678 Thu, 31 Dec 2009 04:11:28 +0000 http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,3358,3646#msg-3646 Kells The Lounge http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,3358,3646#msg-3646 Sun, 20 Dec 2009 22:50:49 +0000 http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,3469,3469#msg-3469 lygc
The choir covers an extensive range of repertoire from gospel classics, jazz, pop, hip hop, R'n'B and African spirituals. Please note that there isn't an audition process and all are welcome! Come sing if you feel you have the same passion as us.
For more information or if you have any questions email us at lygc@hotmail.co.uk or log onto our website at www.lygc.org.uk for further information.]]> The Lounge http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,3469,3469#msg-3469 Fri, 13 Nov 2009 01:27:01 +0000 http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,2703,3411#msg-3411 candj The Lounge http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,2703,3411#msg-3411 Fri, 16 Oct 2009 15:39:19 +0100 http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,3387,3409#msg-3409 candj The Lounge http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,3387,3409#msg-3409 Fri, 16 Oct 2009 15:37:58 +0100 http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,3387,3403#msg-3403 Quids The Lounge http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,3387,3403#msg-3403 Fri, 16 Oct 2009 15:10:39 +0100 http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,3387,3402#msg-3402 Tallman The Lounge http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,3387,3402#msg-3402 Fri, 16 Oct 2009 15:08:52 +0100 http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,3326,3401#msg-3401 GG -------------------------------------------------------
> I doubt this, my diet of sausages, bacon, pork
> chops and lard has nothing to do with my portly
> condition.
> I'm big-boned and have a dicky metabolism. Unless
> you're calling my mum a liar.
>
> Regards
>
> Your porky-prime-cuts correspondent.


Yer mam needs yer help - her pants are on fire]]> The Lounge http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,3326,3401#msg-3401 Fri, 16 Oct 2009 15:01:54 +0100 http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,3338,3399#msg-3399 GG -------------------------------------------------------
> Oh lor' the EDFing lot have started infesting the
> place.
> Look, clear off to the Nunhead Forum while your
> own place is being fumigated.
>
> Regards
>
> Your straight-talking correspondent.

Penile disfunction?]]> The Lounge http://www.westdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?9,3338,3399#msg-3399 Fri, 16 Oct 2009 14:57:01 +0100