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All Trade Public Meeting – RMT London Taxi Drivers

RMT London Taxi Drivers’ Branch will host an ALL TRADE public meeting on Monday, 7th March, 2016 at Conway Hall from 7pm.

Democracy for the 21st Century

Speaker Derek Bates will argue that we should be able to properly engage with our elected representatives using modern communication and internet technology, have a “live" influence on our futures and express our opinions - effectively crowd-sourcing innovative policy and direction.

Sunday Assembly London – Vision

Sunday Assembly London is held at 11am on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month at Conway Hall. Our theme for this Assembly has still not been announced and the headline speaker is still a secret mystery….

NCS Action Day Celebration!

Get involved in our exclusive celebration event on The National Citizen Service Action Day, which gives you the opportunity to reunite with your NCS mates, listen to some live music and learn more about how to get actively involved in your communities from a huge range of amazing partners!

Red Kimono

The second exhibition of Red Kimono at Conway Hall marks the 5th anniversary of the catastrophic accident at the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant.

how to: Space, Time, and Gravitational Waves

A rare appearance in London from one of the world’s leading Astrophysicists to talk about the new windows on the Universe that have changed virtually everything we think about its makeup and possible size, its past, and its future.

Performance Workshop: Skinner Releasing Technique

Lizzy Le Quesne will teach an Skinner Releasing Technique class addressing alignment and exploration of the physical self using guided kinesthetic imagery, gentle hands-on partnerwork and freeform dancing. Suitable for all levels of movement experience.

Is Consciousness an Insoluble Problem?

SOLD OUT We currently understand very little about how the brain’s hundred thousand million neurons enable us to function, but as technology provides more neurological detail, the mechanisms behind all our various abilities will become intelligible.

Mencap: Planning for the Future Seminar – London

When you have a loved one with a learning disability, it is important to have measures in place to ensure a secure financial future for your family. This seminar is an ideal place to get started – you will be able to find valuable information and legal advice on wills and trusts, as well as gaining peace of mind.

Hate and Mental Toughness

Phil Pearl talks about hate and 'Mental Toughness'. Regular courses from City CBT Coaching College providing continuing professional development.

Blood Donation – Feb 2016

Register as a blood donor and book an appointment to give blood and help someone in need today.

Fabien Thouand (oboe) With Members of the London Symphony Orchestra

Fabien Thouand - oboe Laurent Quenelle - violin Malcolm Johnston - viola Eve-Marie Caravassilis - celloMozart: Oboe Quartet in F K370 Fiala: Oboe Quartet in F Britten: Phantasy in F minor Moeran: Fantasy Quartet Françaix: Quartet (for Cor Anglais and String Trio)

How Should we use Unproven Treatments During an Epidemic?

Dr Annette Rid discusses the key points of using unproven treatments during an epidemic, the ethical controversy and draws some important lessons for how we should use unproven vaccines and treatments during future epidemics.

Let’s Get Bored! Speaker Linda Rodriguez

Our theme for this Assembly Let’s get bored! And the headline speaker is Linda Rodriguez

LRC Special General Meeting 2016

The LRC’s annual conference will take place on Saturday 20th February 2016 at Conway Hall.

The Adventures of a Happy Homosexual

Veteran activist Terry Sanderson, talks about his own history in gay rights - as recalled in his recently published memoir: 'The Adventures of a Happy Homosexual'.

The Story 2016

The sixth (!) The Story conference will be on Friday, February 19th, at Conway Hall in London. Last year you told us it was the best event yet, with brilliant speakers including Nelly Ben-Hayoun, James Bridle, Alexa Clay, Kati London, Gary Carter, Lucy Perman and Simon Munnery. This year we're getting an even more eclectic, challenging and inspiring list of speakers together, so get your tickets now!

A Humanistic perspective on the caste system in India and the UK

In this talk, Amarijt Singh will explore the history and practice of the caste system both in India and in the UK, from a humanist viewpoint.

The New Intolerance on Campus

Spiked is bringing together world-renowned writers, academics and activists to interrogate the rise in campus censorship.

Performance Workshop: Materials for the Moment – Improvisation in Performance

Come and spend an evening with some of the best, brightest and most inspiring theatre, dance and movement practitioners in the country. Learn new skills, release hidden talents, improve your practice and create new work.

New Economics as if People Mattered

In a tantalising talk Jonathan Essex will describe such a ‘circular economy’- with recycling at its core? How will it affect our relationship not just with our environment, but with each other, and with the rest of the world?

The EU: Why Trade Unionists Should Vote to Leave

Loss of sovereignty, privatisation, TTIP, attacks on wages, threats to peace – the EU has been a disaster for Britain, for the working class, and for trade unions. Make sure the real voice of British workers is heard. Come and discuss. All welcome.

London is Dating: City Love and Urban Lust

Dating in London: a dive into a wide ocean of fabulous fish people, a smouldering melting pot of hot humanity or an anxious, hectic meat market of cold flesh? With February flushing our cheeks for Valentine’s Day we take a look at lovin’ in the city.

Small Steps to Happiness

Join Action for Happiness for an inspiring evening with author Rachel Kelly in conversation with Jane Garvey (BBC Woman's Hour) about her journey from depression to happiness.

How Adlerian Psychology Offers Effective Treatment for Common Mental Health Issues

Camilla Ghazala on "How Adlerian Psychology offers effective treatment for common mental health issues".

An Evening with A. A. Gill

An unmissable evening with A.A.Gill in conversation with John Mitchinson on the occasion of his new book Pour Me: A Life.

CraftNet London

Join CraftNet and the Crafts Council for an afternoon exploring partnership and collaborations in craft practice. Craft makers and other creative professionals frequently work in partnerships, and this networking event will present case studies on collaborative working to spark discussion about different models for making work.

Body Dysmorphic Disorder and CBT

Rob Willson on Body Dysmorphic Disorder and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.

The Lost Narrative of Jesus

Peter Cresswell will tell us about The Lost Narrative of Jesus, what the studies reveal and where they may have originated from, with a conclusion that is both profound and astonishing.

Utopia with Paul Sochaczewski

Our theme for this Assembly is Utopia and the headline speaker is Paul Sochaczewski.

Silicon Beached

Expect to hear from some of the UK's most highly regarded digital innovators and thought leaders and share the experience with some very forward thinking peers.

The Internet is Changing the World

Liz Lutgendorff will give an overview on how accessibility and digital inclusion means the internet is for everyone and also discusses the downsides of everyone being part of an interconnected world.

Labour, Trident and Foreign Policy: Labour CND Conference 2016

Labour CND is delighted to announce a conference in London on January 30th 2016 to discuss the Labour Party's approach to Trident and foreign policy in the light of the election of Jeremy Corbyn.

A Day of REST

Learn about the WordPress REST API from the team building it and the people using it.

Jan Gintberg: ‘The London Edition’

Experience one of the most popular Danish comedians here in London. Jan Gintberg has been the "king" of the Danish stand-up comedy in the last few decades.