The Datebook Winter & Spring 2016 | Page 22

A Month-by-Month Guide to Events Around the Country transformation into a celebration of Brazil’s magnificent plant life and fascinating habitats. Tel: 020 8332 5655. E-mail: [email protected] NORTH LONDON’S GOT TALENT The artsdepot, North Finchley. See our talented supporters battle it out on the stage at the artsdepot. There will be a variety of acts, each raising much needed funds for the North London Hospice, and competing to win the title of “North London’s Most Talented”. A cash prize for the winner and the chance to appear on the main stage at the Summer Soulstice Festival in Barnet in June. Tel: 020 8446 2288. E-mail: [email protected]. 6 NATIONAL ARMY MUSEUM LUNCH TIME LECTURES Army & Navy Club, 12.30pm, London. When viewing images of 19th Century British warfare, the luster of gold embellishments highlights the fashion of battlefield dress. These uniforms raise issues of status, symbolism and cultural meanings within the military groups who wear them as well as the public who view them. The lecture will analyse the military spectacle of British battlefield dress. Entry to Lunchtime Lectures is free however places must be reserved in advance. Tel: 020 7730 0717. Bookings close three days ahead of each lecture. 8 REHAB PARLIAMENTARY PANCAKE RACE 2016 Victoria Tower Gardens, Westminster at 10am. MP’s, Lords and members of the media are scrambling to follow in the winning footsteps of their Olympic heroes. The clash of parliamentary titans, sponsored by Hudgell Solicitors, is a race to be seen. MPs ar H