| Your weekly Londonist round-up. The Alexandra Palace Fireworks Festival is back. Photo: Lloyd WintersMark Guy Fawkes Night with a bang. The Brixton Botanical Map makes for an enlightening readBotany and the British Empire inextricably linked. Evolution, Southall offers luxurious dining and kitchen areas, spacious bedrooms, and ample outdoor space. All very fancy — and also possible for first time buyers.Consider a move to Southall. (sponsor) Is there a peculiar bollard, bench or phone box near you? Photo: Epping Ongar RailwayMost festive train EVER. 26 Cambridge Grove was the home of Ellen and William Craft, who, among other things, helped organise the Ladies' London Emancipation SocietyAn unassuming mid-Victorian house now bears a blue plaque commemorating two of its remarkable former residents. Skate in the shadow of skyscrapers at Ice Rink Canary WharfGet your skates on. Take this simple quiz for personalised tips. (sponsor) Amazing what a lick of paint will doBeats the previous benches and bins. Harry Potter wands arrive in Leicester Square on WednesdayCelebrating 20 years (!) since the film release of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone. That grey car's been stuck on this junction since March.A roundup of roundabouts, each with a nugget of charm (to be admired on foot... not while driving past). Discover the best in riverside renting at this launch event. (sponsor) Next half term just got a little easier. The Scala Cinema is the subject of a new documentary, currently crowdfunding.Tales from the legendary (and legendarily notorious) Scala Cinema. A day of kids' activities at Southbank CentreFamily-friendly events during half term week. | 