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What we're reading:
- Westminster council accused of playing politics over bike route.
- Sophie Ellis-Bexter to headline London Pride.
- London sixth former plays Pogba's double.
- Bunting and billionaires: the church fete on one of London's richest streets.
Things to do:
YOGA IN THE WALKWAYS: Tower Bridge's exclusive sunrise yoga class returns, allowing daring yogis to get bendy 42 metres above the River Thames. From the high level glass floor walkways, you'll also get a mildly terrifying suspended view of the rush hour chaos taking place below. Tower Bridge Exhibition, £25, book ahead, 7.30am-8.20am
BAKE FOR SYRIA BOOK LAUNCH: To celebrate the release of the Bake For Syria recipe book, WeWork are hosting a delicious free breakfast of banana bread, Syrian baklava-esque pastries and other scrumptious treats. While you munch away, you'll hear from the co-founder of global supper club #CookForSyria, as well as the brother-sister duo behind The Worldwide Tribe. WeWork Waterhouse Square, Chancery Lane, free, book ahead, 8am-10.30am
THE KNOLLYS ROSE CEREMONY: Witness one of London's most delightfully absurd ceremonies — that of The Knollys Rose. In commemoration of an ancient City judgement dating back to 1381, a single red rose will be plucked from the garden in Seething Lane and carried to the Mansion House on the altar cushion of All Hallows by the Tower, where it will be presented to the Lord Mayor. All Hallows By The Tower Church (Tower Hill) free, just turn up, 11am
COMMUNITY CHOIR: Fine tune your singing skills as part of an ensemble with the help of Chickenshed Community Choir. Through their series of vocal sessions, you'll gain a deeper understanding of how different voices can work together. Chickenshed Theatre (Southgate), £8, book ahead, 6.30pm
THE PAINTED HALL: What's the story behind the Old Royal Naval College's Painted Hall? Created as a powerful expression of national identity, it's now undergoing massive conservation work. Find out about the many challenges such a task presents straight from the horse's mouth with the help of key project team members. Old Royal Naval College (Greenwich), £5, book ahead, 6.30pm
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Sounds Like London: our picks today
June brings the Mayor of London's Sounds Like London campaign to the capital — a month-long celebration of both women in music and London's grassroots music scene. Here's our pick of today's Sounds Like London events:
LONDON BULGARIAN CHOIR: An evening of worldwide roots music from London Bulgarian Choir, and special guests Harbottle & Jonas. A magical night under the stars. Phytology Garden, £9-£13, 7pm-11pm
STARCRAWLER: They've only been going a couple of years, but this dynamic young L.A. bred quartet have already made a name for themselves. They promise hooks that sink into the synapses and refuse to let go. The Garage, £13.20, 7.30pm-10.30pm
EDUCATING ENFIELD: Here's one for the local history buffs. Joe Studman presents an illustrated talk about education in Enfield during the 19th century. He'll cover everything from charity schools, to private institutions, to the Chantry Priests and Education Acts. Forty Hall (Enfield), £5, book ahead, 7pm
SEAFOOD MASTERCLASS: Become a seasoned seasoner with the help of Vivek Singh, who'll show you how to expertly combine seafood and spices. Learn how to prepare fish using techniques such as curry, grilling, and tandoor cooking will sipping on prosecco. Cinnamon Kitchen (Battersea Power Station), £40, book ahead, 7pm-8pm
THE SWIPE HYPE: Whether you're a Tinder addict, or suffering from dating app fatigue, The Swipe Hype welcomes every point of view in their discussions about dating in the digital age. Meet blogger and teacher Vix Meldrew for her take on the importance of mental health while dating, and hear from plus size model and influencer Hayley Stewart. Bar Ninety One (Shoreditch), £12, book ahead, 7pm-9pm
SKAMITE: Commercial two tone meets traditional ska, mod, reggae and northern soul in the form of Skamite. Dust off your trilby, braces and brogues, and prepare for a night of unabashed skanking. Half Moon (Putney), £8, book ahead, 8pm
ELLIE TAYLOR: Clapton Hart's comedy night returns to bring you the cream of the comedy circuit for only a fiver. Star of The Mash Report, Ellie Taylor, headlines tonight with support from Russell Hicks, Lou Sanders, Huge Davies and Tom Elwes. Clapton Hart (Clapton), £5, book ahead, 8pm
Good cause of the day
Do you know your Yaz from your Yazoo? Your half-human-half-Vulcans from your full-blown Vulcans? Come and test your knowledge of hit sitcom The Office at a pub quiz in aid of Child.org.
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