LEARNING ABOUT LIZ: An eight-week course on Elizabeth I will accompany a major exhibition at the National Maritime Museum to mark the 400th anniversary of her death. The course runs from 10.30am to 12.30pm on Tuesdays up until June 17 at the museum's lecture theatre. Book on 020 8312 6716.

BIG BLEED: The National Blood Service will hold two sessions for donors at The Forum@Greenwich sports hall in Trafalgar Road, Maze Hill, on May 14, from 2pm to 4.30pm and 5.30pm to 8pm.

SPECIAL SCHOOL: Starting in September, Sydenham Schools Specialist Science School status will mean it gets extra funding to enhance provision in its specialist area and support other schools.

CRIME LINE: The Met has launched a 24-hour, multi-language helpline to reassure those affected by threats or crimes motivated by the Iraqi situation. Call 020 7593 7851.

April 29, 2003 10:30