Category Archives: Things to do

Kings Cross Square public art – a fifth plinth?

Posted on July 29, 2011 by William Perrin

 Public art is always controversial.  Try and please all of the people all of the time and you end up with the dreadful ‘Kiss’ sculpture in St Pancras the chicken tikka masala of art.  The permanence of public art means … Continue reading →

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Voyages – tomorrow morning at King’s Place

Posted on July 22, 2011 by Sophie Talbot
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Exhibition – Chaperones of Eros 24 Caledonian Road

Posted on July 15, 2011 by William Perrin

 Islington Exhibits is an interesting series of exhibitions in Islington's hidden spaces. Artist Lee Gascoigne writes: 'I am currently having a small exhibition titled "Chaperones Of Eros" in the window of The White Cubicle at 24 Caledonian Road. The space … Continue reading →

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B@1 or Beatone Kings Cross – cocktail bar to replace Ruby Lounge at 33 Caledonian Road

Posted on July 14, 2011 by William Perrin

The latest incarnation of 33 Caledonian Road is to be a cocktail bar B@1 Kings Cross (or beatone kings cross for the non-textual), part of a chain with other branches predominantly South of the river and West.  Not sure when … Continue reading →

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Alan Dein photography and walking tour of Kings Cross 16 July 2 – 4

Posted on July 13, 2011 by William Perrin

Alan Dein has worked with local people on some superb local history projects in Kings Cross.  The London Street Photography Festival have been in touch to say that: 'Kings Cross Voices' Alan Dein will describe the changing faces of King's … Continue reading →

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Hillview Summer Party

Posted on July 11, 2011 by William Perrin

   Hillview Summer Party will take place on Saturday July 30th in Whidborne Courtyard, Whidborne Street between midday and 9.30pm. This free party has live bands, face painting, performance poetry, a busking corner, DJ’s, delicious food and refreshments.   The party … Continue reading →

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Cally Festival Cllr Paul Convery on the changing Cally Road

Posted on July 5, 2011 by William Perrin

Paul Convery and his fellow councillors did a lot of work behind the scenes to make sure that the road closure, licensing and permissions all came through for the festival to go ahead.  Here he reflects on the future for … Continue reading →

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The changing Cally Road – young people running pop up shops

Posted on July 5, 2011 by William Perrin

I'm struck that the Cally is attracting young people, often women to run improvised pop up shops and galleries.  This is a great new phase for the Cally.  Here's Kristie and Coralie the co-owners of the marvellous Drink Shop Do … Continue reading →

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