After what I can say was nothing short of an excellent October drinks party we are looking forward to the November drinks party at our stunning new venue The Institute Of Directors, 116 Pall Mall, London.

The Cocktail Bar with its soft leather furnishings and stylish surroundings is the perfect place to enjoy a superb range of cocktails, specially selected spirits, beers and wines by the glass.

The superb selection of champagne and classic cocktails, such as Watermelon Martinis and Blueberry Amaretto Sours are from £6.25, the wines from £3.80 per glass and spirits and beers from £3.30. The Head Cocktail Barman can also create bespoke cocktails to suit your tastes.

Your Hosts – Curtis, Jean Francois, Patricia and Alastair will be meeting and greeting. Our members and guests are all ages and professions. There is NO admission charge and the drinks prices are very reasonable… Enter our LUCKY DRAW for a superb Photograph/ Painting on canvas…

Guest List places are limited to 300 members and their guests. Click here for more details and send an email to spencer@circa-club.com including your name and the names of your guests!

Institute Of Directors, 116 Pall Mall, London, SW1Y 5ED

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SPENCER:THE SECRETARIAL DIARIES

In January 1917 Thomson enlisted in a mounted artillary outfit with a National Guard regiment, and in August he joined its Medical Detachment. His regiment acquired the name 129th. Field Artillary but it remained in the USA because it was short of men, officers, and equipment. Thomson then moved to aviation and in January 1918 he joined the Pilots' Ground School at the University of Texas. He then went to Columbia University to learn radio telephony. He was commissioned as a lieutenant in the US Air Force but the War ended just before he was due to go abroad.

Thomson had three main influences. He studied orchestration and modern French music with the French-trained composer Edward Bulingame Hill. For three years Thomson was assistant and accompanist for Archibald T. Davision who was also French-trained and was the conductor of the Harvard Glee Club. S. Foster Damon was a Blake scholar, a poet, and a composer, and he introduced Thomson to the works of Erik Satie and also to Tender Buttons, the collection of early writing by Gertrude Stein. Thomson began to compose at Harvard in 1920.

He returned to Harvard and was appointed as organist-choirmaster at King's Chapel, Boston…....more...

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Our clinic is staffed by expert doctors who are passionate about omega-3, we have invested heavily in omega-3 research and carry out complex analysis that accurately state the blood levels of omega-3, our services and products are used by medical professionals, world famous clinics and even international sports stars and teams. We lecture at International omega 3 conferences and have had research published.. ...more...

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To Circa-Club Members and Visitors just quote “CIRCA SPECIAL OFFER”and you can Treat Yourself To A Standard Medical For Men (Value £255) for £195.

Wouldn't it be reassuring to find out exactly what shape you're in? Their Standard Medical for Men aims to offer you peace of mind on your state of health. It takes 1 hour, is suitable for men of any age and consists of the following examinations:

• blood tests for full blood count, kidney function, liver function, cholesterol level

• full medical examination - blood pressure, pulse, height, weight, body mass index, lung function, basic eye and hearing test, examination of heart, chest, abdomen and nervous system

• urine test for for sugar, blood and protein

• an examination of your testicles for any abnormality and guidance on how to examine yourself to detect any future signs of testicular cancer.

Number One Health, 1 Harley Street, London W1G 9QD. T: 020 7580 5467
E: info@numberonehealth.co.uk W: www.numberonehealth.co.uk
Opening Hours: Monday – Saturday 9am – 5pm - (Evening Clinic until 9pm most Tuesdays and Thursdays)

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Russell's rise to fame has been meteoric. Dubbed “Astrologer Royal” by the media, he has syndicated his Stars column to 450+ newspapers world-wide and Russell's Stars have also become a huge hit across the Internet with Britons and Americans alike flocking to read his stars. His best-selling books include: Russell Grant's Sun Signs and Russell Grant's Dream Dictionary. Russell's latest book 'You Can Change Your Life' published by Random House is already scaling the Best Sellers List ...more...

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Photographs will maximise your chances to connect with other members. Please note that Gallery Search is a search by main photograph only, so if you do not upload a photograph you will not be able to be included.