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Join photographer Denise Baker, writer Nichola Charalambou, and textile artist Tisna Westerhof as they lead a series of five free interconnecting Creative Menopause Café workshops run over five terms in London libraries.

The workshops will offer women the opportunity to learn new creative skills in photography, writing and textile art, in a supportive, empowering environment, while exploring their own stories and journeys related to menopause and growing older.

Attend as many workshops as you would like, no prior experience needed.

In August 2024 Cllr Donna Harris, Leader of the Opposition Liberal Democrats on Lambeth Council, wrote an Open Letter to Labour’s cabinet member for Stronger Communities, Cllr Donatus Anyanwu, raising concerns over Streatham Space Project’s financial problems.

There has been no reply. Now the last performing arts venue in Streatham has closed its doors.

Streatham Space Project, the last remaining performing arts venue in Streatham and the south of the borough, announced on 13 March 2025 that it was closing.

A murder investigation is under way after a man in his 30s was attacked on Brixton Road, near Coldharbour Lane, around 5:10 am this morning (Thurs 20th March 2025).

In a statement, the Met Police said:

Police were called at approximately 05:10hrs on Thursday, 20 March to reports of a man suffering a stab injury in Brixton Road, SW9.

Officers and London Ambulance Service attended but despite their efforts the man, believed aged in his 30s, was pronounced dead at the scene. His next of kin has been informed.

A crime scene remains in place.

Another major bank is leaving Brixton town centre as Spanish-owned Santander announced plans to close 95 out of its 444 UK branches.

The Brixton branch at 498 Brixton Road will close its doors on 11th August 2025, as the company reduces its nationwide presence to just 290 full-service branches, 36 reduced hours sites, 18 counter-free locations and five Work Cafés.

The move follows the departure of Barclays Bank from Brixton back in July 2023.

Santander acquired Abbey National in November 2004, but the Brixton branch retained the name until some time in 2008.

The Crystal Palace Subway has been shortlisted for ‘Restoration or Conservation Project of the year’ at the national Museums + Heritage Awards, following the major restoration completed last year.

Recognition at the prestigious Awards, described as ‘the Oscars of the museum world’, is a further accolade for the newly restored Subway, with the Subway shortlisted in the category highlighting the quality of work undertaken on restoration, repair and conservation projects.

This Easter, why not try a unique twist on the traditional Easter Egg Hunt – a treasure hunt around the iconic Brixton Village?

The hunt begins at the SoLo Craft Fair shop where you can collect your clue sheet (just ask the person working).

The Scavenger Hunt will be packed with riddles and challenges that will guide you to some of the best independent shops in the village.

The Rapport Festival returns to the Brixton Ritzy on 4th-6th April, promising an “unforgettable weekend of African diaspora cinema …with 49 incredible films, from gripping documentaries to heartwarming fictional tales.”

Here’s the line up:

Friday, 4th April: Random Shorts

Kick off the weekend with a vibrant collection of short films from Black British, Caribbean, African, Canadian and American filmmakers. These bite-sized masterpieces pack a punch, offering a kaleidoscope of perspectives and storytelling styles.

Saturday, 5th April: Kid’s Corner

There’s going to be a proper St Patrick’s Day session at Effra Hall Tavern tonight, with the Brixton Chamber Orchestra hosting a free party.

You can expect a lively night of traditional Irish folk music, ballads, and anthems, featuring fiddle, pipes, and BCO’s own Matthew O’Keeffe on vocals.

They say:

No better way to celebrate – come down, grab a drink, and enjoy the tunes!

More info

St Patrick’s Day with the Brixton Chamber Orchestra

Monday 17th March 2025

Effra Hall Tavern, SW2 1EB

FREE ENTRY

Taking place every Wednesday afternoon in Streatham Library is a free drop-in centre offering advice to local residents struggling to pay their bills.

The library says:

Every Wednesday a cost-of-living link worker will be onsite, providing support to residents experiencing financial hardship or having issues related to their living costs.

It will include advice on maximising incomes, minimising costs, building financial resilience, and managing debt.

Dates and times

Location

Streatham Library

London, SW16 1PN

More Info

A 12 year old child was hospitalised with serious injuries on Thursday evening after being hit by a motorist on a pavement in Streatham.

The boy – who was walking home from school on Valley Road in Streatham Wells – was rushed to hospital on 13th March 2025 after the horror crash which caused police to close the road.

Valley Road has been dubbed “Streatham’s most dangerous road” by residents after Lambeth Council cancelled a low traffic neighbourhood (LTN) at the request of London Mayor, Sadiq Khan, and removed traffic calming measures.