This is Goldsmiths: 20-26 November 2015

As the days creep closer to December, it’s becoming increasingly difficult to avoid the Christmas excitement, so this week we’re embracing it.

Don’t worry; if you’re not quite ready for full festivities, we’ve got a couple to ease you into the season. What else? How does a giant bargain book sale, a design competition with a cash prize and an opportunity to meet a legend sound? Here are six things to do this week:

Experience: the ‘antithesis of Christmas theme parks’

 

The magical town of Winterville is making its highly anticipated return to Victoria Park in Tower Hamlets, and will open its gates on Thursday 26 November. The yuletide pop-up offers everything from street food, club nights, market stalls and live entertainment, not to mention a whole host of attractions. To round it all off, entrance is free! 

Meet: female punk legend, Vic Alberine from The Slits

Key player in British punk culture and guitatist in The Slits, Viv Alberine is visiting Goldsmiths as part of the Music Department's Popular Music Intervention and Masterclass series next Thursday. watch the music video above for a blast from the past, and visit Viv's website to see what she's up to now.  

Purchase: some bargain books

The Blackheath and Greenwich Group of Amnesty International, is holding its annual clearance book sale on Saturday 21 November. There tends to be queues waiting for doors to open in the morning for your chance to rummage and peruse your way through a variety of books for low prices. 

Design: the trophy for a Goldsmiths Award

Next year, the University and Student Union will launch it’s first ever Student Led Teaching Awards, and they’re looking for students to get involved. Visit the Students Union website for the information you need to be in with a chance of winning £400. 

Combine: your interests in Art and code

Kyle McDonald is an artist who works with code as a medium. If interactive installations sound like something you want to know more about, go along to his talk next Wednesday, or visit Kyle’s website to take a look at his work. 

Get: festive at the final karaoke

Monday evening sees the final instalment of Open Mic at The Stretch this term, so expect some festively themed fun. If you’re looking for mulled wine, ‘a semi-real log fire and a visit from a very real Santa Claus’, then this is the event to get you into the Christmas spirit.