What we're reading:
- Could Uber run London's bus network?
- Jamie Oliver's Barbecoa on the brink of closure.
- Noel Gallagher to headline Greenwich music festival.
- Police officer accused of stealing colleague's biscuits.
Things to do:
ARTISTS AND ESPIONAGE: Modernist living in mid 20th century London is the topic of conversation at Clapham's Art Society lecture. Discover the secrets of the Lawn Road Flats, a modernist block in north London, which housed both Soviet spies and Agatha Christie. Clapham Picturehouse, £8, book ahead, 11am-noon
LANDMARK LECTURE: What's so great about the Eiffel Tower? Head to this lunchtime lecture which looks at why Paris' iconic attraction, and other world-renowned landmarks are so famous. V&A, free, just turn up, 1pm-1.45pm
MUSIC PHOTOGRAPHY: From DIY punk to Glastonbury, see a stunning collection of live music photography presented by The Picture Store. There'll be two bands playing throughout the night to accompany the exhibition, as well as free beer — yes you read that right. For. Fuk. Sake. (That's the name of the venue to clarify, in Dalston of course), free, just turn up, 3pm-midnight
ART INSIDERS: Fancy getting into art collecting? Hear from industry experts at this panel discussion where you can get the lowdown on entering into the art world as a millennial. Refreshments provided. MOO HQ (Farringdon), £7.50, book in advance, 6.30pm-9pm
80s WORKOUT: Get fit to hits from the 70s, 80s and 90s — Sweat and Sound's immersive fitness experiences are held at a secret venue will only be revealed once you've signed up. Leg warmers, head bands and neon necessary. Mystery location in Shoreditch, £29, 6.30pm-9.30pm
UNDERSTANDING TRUMP: Find out how — and whether it's actually possible — to understand an unconventional president. Listen to an expert panel dissect Trump's first year in power, the triumphs, the pitfalls and the role of Twitter. British Academy, near Charing Cross, free, registration required, 6.30pm-8pm
NERD NITE: The clue is in the name — these guys host evenings of questions and answers stuffed with knowledge. This evening's event, entitled Love Hurts, features speakers giving 20 minute presentations on themes including lust and betrayal in mythology. Backyard Comedy Club, Bethnal Green, £7, book in advance, 7pm-10.30pm
ART OF CHANGE: 50 Guildhall students and 200 community members from east London are putting on a festival of workshops, music, and discussion revolving around the idea of Changing Dialogues, featuring a 25 piece band blasting out psychedelic melodies. Chats Palace Arts Centre (Homerton), free, booking required, 7.30pm
JAZZ AND BLUES: TJ Johnson, one of the UK's finest jazz and blues singers, graces the crypt at St. Martin in the Fields' Café. St. Martin in the Fields, Covent Garden, £15, book in advance, 8pm-10pm
FUNNY GIRLS: A whole host of female comedians are hitting up Angel Comedy Club for a night of Hysterical Women — all proceeds go to Women's Aid. Bill Murray, Angel, £8, just turn up, 8pm-10.15pm
Good cause of the day:
Have you ever thought about becoming a volunteer to help those that are mentally ill? Mental health charity SANE is looking for more helping hands, and are hosting a volunteer evening for anyone interested in getting involved. St. Mark's Studios, Islington, free, register in advance, 6.30pm-8pm
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