What’s on in and around Alberton

*Afrikaanse Toastmasters Klub Alberton hou op Donderdag 9 April om 19:00 die klubkompetisie. Kom kyk hoe die sprekers dit uitspook om te wen by die NG Kerk, Jan Meyerstraat, South Crest. Vir meer inligting kontak Adri Rothmann 072 686 3549.

*S.A. Military History Society: Johannesburg Branch host their next meeting in the Auditorium of the Museum of Military History, Erlswold Way, Saxonwold (next to the Zoo) on April 9 at 20:00. First event will be: Annual General Meeting with main lecture will be: “Unification or Death; Events leading up to WW1” by John Myburgh. Visitors are charged R10 per person. For more information, call the S.A. National Museum of Military History at 011 646-5513 or email: scribe@samilitaryhistory.org

*Smart Step-Family is a Christian-based course that teaches the keys to growing healthy relationships in step-families. It provides practical, realistic solutions to issues that step-families face. This course will help married, soon-to-be married and dating couples with children from a previous relationship. It is a DVD presentation by Ron L. Deal, who is a renowned expert in this field.You are invited to join the course hosted at the Alberton Methodist Church, 17 Heidelberg Road, New Market Estates, every Wednesday from April 15 to May 27 between 19:00 and 21:00. Cost is R250 per couple, which covers all course material and refreshments. Contact the Alberton Methodist Church at 011 907 2807 for more details.

*Country Crafters will be at 101 Klipriver Drive, Mulbarton on April 11 and 25 from 09:00 till 14:30. Come and enjoy a lovely morning eating chili bites, samosas, cup cakes and enjoy a cup of coffee. Browse the stalls with a variety of handmade items. New crafters are welcome. For more information contact Marion 011 902 5674.

*Smullekker pannekoek te koop: Dit is weer tyd vir Alberton Aftree-Oord om fondse in te samel en daar is nie ‘n beter manier as om smullekker pannekoeke, soos net hulle dit kan opdis, te verkoop nie. Skryf sommer nou al die volgende datums in jou dagboek neer en maak seker dat jou bestelling voor 09:00 op die spesifieke Maandag vir jou pannekoeke geplaas is. Datums om te onthou is 13 April asook 4 en 18 Mei. Bestellings kan ook afgelewer word. Plaas jou bestellings by 011 907 8641. Moet ook nie vergeet dat die oord op Saterdag 6 Junie weer hul tweejaarlikse kermis aanbied nie. Die “A-Team” sal weer hard werk om besoekers nie teleur te stel nie. ‘n Aantal tafels vir uitstallers van buite is beskikbaar. Bespreking by Cathy Pieters (kantoor) 011 907 8641.

*Free foot screenings until April 24. Specialising in the treatment of corns and calluses, fungal infections, ingrown toenails, diabetic foot care, heel pain and biomechanical disorders, disorders affecting children and flat feet. They also treat sports-related leg and foot pain and knee pain, specialising in permanent removal of corns and ingrown toe nails. Contact us on 076 385 9454 or 082 392 1786 to reserve your space, strictly by appointment.

*Glam Guru Roadshow with Hannon Bothma brought to you by Johnny’s Catering as a fundraising event on May 9 at 08:15 for 09:00. Cost is R130 per person and the venue is Alberton Retirement Village, 45 Kritzinger Road. Contact Willemien 011 907 1628 082 688 1910. No children will be allowed at the presentation. Only ladies 21 years of age and older may attend the presentation.

*SA Military History Society’s next meeting in the Auditorium of the Museum of Military History, Erlswold Way, Saxonwold (next to the Zoo) will be held on May 14 at 20:00. First event will be: “The Audie Murphy Story” by Ian Thurston, with main lecture “General Sir Ian Hamilton and the Campaign to open The Dardanelles” by Robin Smith. The SA Military History Society holds meetings with lectures on the second Thursday of each month, at which a wide variety of topics of military historical interest are discussed. Wives are welcome to come along with their husbands and enjoy the evening with us. Visitors are charged R20 per person. For more information, call 011 646 5513, or email: scribe@samilitaryhistory.org

*Winterfees: Helpende Hand Gauteng-Suid hou groot Winterfees op Saterdag 16 Mei, by die klipkerk in Heidelberg, Hendrik Verwoerd Rylaan. Behalwe heerlike eetgoed sal daar slegs tuisgemaakte, unieke, interessante, en goeie gehalte produkte by die stalletjies te koop wees. Stalletjies is beskikbaar teen R250 en uitstallers moet eie tafels, stoele en gazebo voorsien. Vir meer inligting bel Judie 083 454 7326.

*Golf day hosted by Alberton High on Friday, May 22 at Glenvista Country Club. Entry per four-ball is R2 000 (R500 per person) which includes a halfway voucher to the value of R50, dinner and the prize-giving. They are also looking for sponsors for holes R1 000, nearest to the pin R1 000, longest drive R1 000, prizes (two of the same prize would be appreciated). Contact Mrs Hinkley at the school on 011 907 9620 or email shandene@alberton.gp.school.za to book your four-balls and sponsorships.

*Andriëtte kom kuier by die NG kerk Kliprivier op Vrydag, 22 Mei om 19:00. Kaartjiepryse beloop R100 vir volwassenes en R60 vir kinders 16 jaar en jonger. Bel gerus vir Surette 082 375 7321 of Marius 082 777 3550.

*Dorpsmark wat elke maand by die Redwing Kwekery aangebied is, het ‘n nuwe bestuur. Die mark sal weer plaasvind in April en word nou die Snuffelmark genoem. Hul benodig nog stalletjies. Enigeen wat belangstel, kontak Elsabe by 071 484 5021. Die mark vind steeds plaas by die Redwing Kwekery in Tweedelaan, Florentia.

*Lenz High School 41st anniversary reunion: Calling the class of 1974 to join in the anniversary reunion scheduled for August 8 at Lenz High School Hall in Lenasia. Contact Mukesh Ramjee 084 580 0522 or email: muks.ramjee@gmail.com or Javie Ravjee 084 205 5795 or email: jmravjee@gmail.com

*Vroue van die Woord gebedsgroep vergader weekliks om te bid vir hul huwelike, mans, kinders en land. Dames kom op Donderdagoggende van 09:00 tot 10:00 by Orgideestraat 22, Brackenhurst bymekaar. Vir meer inligting bel Magda Deysel 084 406 9986.

*Manne van die Woord bid saam op Woensdagoggende tussen 06:00 en 07:00 by die admin gebou van Alberton Steel and Pipe 66, Sesdelaan, Alberton-Noord. Vir meer besonderhede bel pastoor Mark 071 207 3249.

*Die Afrikaanse Toastmasters kom elke tweede en vierde Donderdag van die maand om 19:00 by die NG kerk, hoek van Jan Meyer- en Bassonstraat, South Crest bymekaar. Vir meer inligting bel Adri Rothmann 072 686 3549.

*Would you like to play contract bridge in a congenial environment? Mondeor Bridge Club meets every Thursday evening at 19:15 in the community hall of the Glenzicht Retirement Village, corner East and Victoria streets, Linmeyer. While some experience is useful, you do not have to be an Omar Sharif. If you are interested, please do not hesitate to phone Anne du Plessis 011 682 2368 or 083 252 1882 or Wim van Gils 011 907 5094 or 082 952 7459.

*Step-parent support group first and third Saturday of every month from 09:00 to 11:00 at St Andrews Presbyterian Church, 4 FH Odendaal Street, Germiston. Contact Alice Swanepoel 082 541 1667.

*Do you want to become a Freemason? One of the world’s oldest societies of men. It’s great fun, it’s great enjoyment, it’s great satisfaction. Freemasonry is not a religion or secret society. It is a society of good men and true, with high ethical standards and morals. Friendship and trust of the highest standard is the key. Find out more. Contact teleland@worldonline.co.za for more information.

*Langarm dance every Friday at Dinwiddie Sports Club from 08:00 till late. Entrance fee: R40 per person. No short pants, tekkies, T-shirts or caps will be allowed. For more information call 011 824 4670 (office hours) or Sandra (after hours) 072 180 0948.

*Panorama flea market: Come and take a look at the new stores opening up over the next few weeks. Let alone the entertainment and the relaxing trip out. The market is situated just off Kliprivier Drive, Mulbarton, and is the busiest flea market in the South with almost 400 stalls and live entertainment. Open Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays.

*Choir members urgently wanted. Have you considered joining a choir? If you enjoy singing why not come and join our choir? We practice on a Monday night in Brackendowns and are practicing for a new presentation called “Let His Praise Be Heard”. It is really beautiful, so why not come and give it a try? I’m sure you will thoroughly enjoy it! Please call Richard 082 344 6400, or drop him an email: scholes@websurf.co.za

*Dealing with the death of a child? Circle of Compassion is a support group for families dealing with the death of a child. This is a very difficult, long and lonely process for families to deal with. You can begin to heal again. Contact Madeleine 076 318 4244. Everyone is welcome.

*Fabric painting with a difference. Find a therapeutic hobby and socialise. For more information contact 011 433 1367.

*Tough Love Alberton Support Group is a support group for families being torn apart by unacceptable behaviour, such as drugs, alcohol, substance, verbal or physical abuse. Tuesdays 19:00 to 21:00. Phone John on 072 341 5455 and Debbie on 082 330 1378.

*Support Paws in Motion on the corner of Du Plessis and Second Avenue on Saturdays when they sell boerewors rolls and prego rolls for their pet rescue fund.