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SEPTEMBER

14 IT is time to get your maddest hat out and diarise Broken Wings’ Mad Hatters Ladies Tea on September 14 at Dinwiddie Sports Club, 27 Cheam Crescent, Dinwiddie, Germiston, from 10am. Cost is R100 per person and guest artist for the morning is Jaco Briel. Hostesses are needed for catering. Those interested in assisting or attending can contact Sheryl on 072 998 7787 or Marietjie on 011 869 3415 for more information.

14 BLUE Pea Country Market on every Saturday at Rietvlei Zoo Farm, from 8am till 1pm. You’ll find fresh vegetables, healthy food options, home-made delicacies, arts and crafts as well as some unique products. Enjoy delicious ready-to-eat food and a wonderful family atmosphere. Stalls are available to sell your produce at R150 per Saturday. The venue is pet friendly, so feel free to being your furry friends along too. For more information, please contact Charlene on 072 019 9601.

14 STAINED-Glass Workshops will be held in the the tranquil setting of Henley-on-Klip on September 14. Workshops last three to four hours and you will complete a sun catcher which is yours to keep. All tools and materials will be provided as well as instruction and possibly a cup of tea or coffee if you can drag yourself away from your project. The workshops are aimed at people who want to try their hand at stained glass before committing to buying equipment and glass, and to those who only want a little fun. For more information about group sizes, the July workshop date and costs, contact Sue Webber on 071 873 6317 or visit their website at suewebbersglass.com or Facebook/Living.Glass

15 – 29 STORY Book Theatre will run at Peoples Theatre at the Joburg Theatre Complex from September 8 to September 29. Performance times are Mondays to Friday at 9am and 11am, Saturdays at 10.30am and 2.30pm as well as all Sundays and public holidays. Ticket prices are R140 for general public or R100 for members of the Peoples Theatre Kids Club. Story Book Theatre is aimed at young audiences, generally from three to 10 years, and is one event Johannesburg’s youngsters should not miss this spring. To book tickets call Sean or Beth on 011 403 1563 / 2340 or e-mail the theatre at info@peoplestheatre.co.za. For more information visit www.peoplestheatre.co.za

15 Domestic training workshops to inform domestic workers on the latest modus operandi of criminals will be hosted monthly at the Dutch Reformed Church, Glen Drive, Verwoerdpark on September 15. ER24 will assist with basic first aid skills. These take place on a Sunday afternoon between 2pm and 3pm. Workshops for the rest of the year is scheduled to take place. October 13 and November 10. For more information, contact Linda Goodenough, community development manager Fidelity ADT, on 011 697 7287 or 063 690 2547.

23 DO you want to become a Freemason? It’s great fun, enjoyable and it offers great satisfaction. They meet on the fourth Monday of every month at 7.30pm. Freemasonry is not a religion or a secret society, but a society of good, true men with high ethical standards and morals. Friendship and trust are highly valued. Contact Bill on 083 377 9919 or email teleland@worldonline.co.za

24 MARRIAGE Enrichment Indaba is hosting a couples’ outing on September 24 at Rietvlei Zoo Farm from 9am to 5pm. Tickets are available at R400 per couple. It includes breakfast, a snack and a braai for lunch. There will also be activities to take part in. For bookings and more information, contact Pastor Wrench on 082 740 6062.

DIE Oosrand 911 Ontmoet en Groet-Fees vind op 24 September op die hoek van Mopanie- en Denneweg in Dal Fouche plaas. Die fees vind plaas tussen 11vm en 5nm. Mense word genooi om ’n vleisie en hulle eie drinkgoed te bring en saam met die lede van die Oosrand gemeenskap te braai. Alle skenkings op die dag gaan na die Dal Fouche Kersdryf. Stalletjies is beskikbaar en daar sal op die dag braaipakkies verkoop word. Vir meer inligting kontak 082 782 1632.

28 COME for a walk and enjoy nature at Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve. The guided walk is on September 28. You will meet at 7am to start at 7.30am at the entrance precinct, Peggy Vera Road, Kiblerpark. Your fitness level will be accommodated. Bring a hat, sunscreen, good walking shoes and water. Reply or query to the KNRA by emailing klipriviersberg@gmail.com and book your spot. A minimum donation of R20 will be appreciated. Please pay into Standard Bank, bank code: 006405, Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve Association, cheque account, account number: 201 047 284. Your reference: name and cell number. No littering. Please bring cameras to take photos and bags to collect litter en route. We can all make a difference, one step at a time.

28 ALBERTON Aftree-oord in Florentia vier sy 25ste bestaansjaar op 28 September, en om die geleentheid te vier word ’n groot feesnaweek beplan. Organisasies word deur die Alberton Aftree-oord genooi om van hierdie geleentheid gebruik te maak om hulle individuele fondsinsamelings by die aftree-oord te hou. Allerlei pretaktiwiteite word beplan vir dié dag waar jonk en oud saam kan hande vat om fees te vier en seëninge te tel. Kontak Cathy Pieters by 011 907 8641, cathy@arvb.co.za of Ronel Mellett by 083 459 7015, secretary@arvb.co.za vir meer besonderhede rondom stalletjies of as jou organisasie belangstel om eienaarskap van ’n aktiwiteit te neem.

29 SIMPLY Fresh Organic Market runs from 10am to 4pm at Mall of the South, Entrance 9 (Checkers Entrance) every last Sunday of every month. Live music from Jacques Terre’Blanche will take place. Look out for organic vegetables, artisan bread, free-range eggs and chicken, cheese, Lindt, cake, gluten-free cake, gourmet coffee, pastries, mocktails, gourmet sauces, smoothies, Mediterranean delicacies, raw honey and unique gifts.

OCTOBER

5 DON’T miss Amcare’s Country Market on October 5 from 9am to 5pm at 15 Heidelberg Road, Newmarket, Alberton. Craft and wood vendors wanted. Book your stall today. Contact Brenda on 084 013 6507 or fundraising@amcare.org.za

5 STAMP collectors meet again on September 7. They meet every first Saturday of the month from 1.30pm at the community hall in the Thornhill Retirement Estate (close to Greenstone Shopping Mall). They cater for the absolute novice right through to the more senior philatelists. They do exhibits, have trading and swapping, an auction and discuss matters of interest. For more information contact Les Lotter via email at leslotter13@gmail.com

6 JOZI Urban Market is taking place. It has 35 interesting stalls including gourmet coffee, craft beer and gin, fine wines, cocktails, exotic multicultural food, live music, local fashion and art, this urban attraction is most definitely the best hangout on the first Sunday of every month. The Jozi Urban Market is situated on the fifth-floor covered car park rooftop of Gold Reef Casino, which offers a spectacular view of Johannesburg. The market runs from 10am to 3pm giving you ample time to catch a meal, relax while sipping a craft gin or beer in the chill area, listen to soft live jazz or have family fun in the free Seeff Nerf Battle Zone. There is something for everyone, including car and fitness enthusiasts.

9 PROBUS Alberton Group, a group for the retired but young at heart, meets every second Wednesday of the month. In addition, they usually have an outing the following week. They are looking for more people to join the group. Meetings are always at the Reading Country Club at 10.30am for 11am. The next meeting will be on October 9. Come along for a fun quiz morning. For more information, contact Brenda on 073 450 5194.

10 SA Military History Society Johannesburg Branch will meet in the auditorium of the Museum of Military History, Erlswold Way, Saxonwold, (next to the Zoo) on October 10 a 8pm. The first event will be: “A Tale of two Rifles” by Terry Willson with the main lectures “The Hidden History of the Struggle” by Peter Dickens. Visitors are charged R30 per person, which includes tea or coffee after the lecture. Contact the SA National Museum of Military History at 011 646 5513, or e-mail: scribe@samilitaryhistory.org for more information.

12 WANT to know more about Freemasonry? District Grand Lodge of Central South African presents a public lecture tour by one of the world’s leading authorities, Robert LD Cooper, on Freemasonry on October 12 at 3pm at the Scottish Masonic Centre, 71 Grace Avenue, Parkhill Gardens, Germiston.

NOVEMBER

15 GOLF day is taking place at the Glenvista Country Club, hosted by Amcare as a fund-raiser. Open to all golfers, corporates, women and men. For more information send an e-mail to marketing@amcare.org.za

DECEMBER

7 AMCARE’S Tree of Lights, honouring the community for their support. Lights will be switched on on December 7 at 6am. Amcare’s kitchen will be open during the evening.

REGULARS

THE Art Farm is open seven days a week and offers a restaurant, coffee shop, gallery, craft yard, pottery, wine tasting, home-brewed craft beer and craft yard every Saturday. For more information or bookings, contact 079 208 8716 or bookings@the-artfarm.co.za Plot 56, Klipriver Road, R550, Alewynspoort.

ARE you interested in playing darts? If so, join other players from Joburg South at the Kibler Park Recreation Centre in Peggy Vera Street on a Thursday evening for a fun-filled evening. Men and women of all ages are welcome to join. The club is also trying to build a junior side, so bring your young ones with you. The event starts at 8pm until 11pm. Even if you just want to come and feel the vibe, you are more than welcome. For more information, contact Bradley on 071 648 8008.

DO you want to become a Freemason? It’s great fun, it’s enjoyable and it offers great satisfaction. They meet on the fourth Monday of every month at 7.30pm. Freemasonry is not a religion or a secret society, but a society of good men with high ethical standards and morals. Friendship and trust are highly valued. Contact Bill on 083 377 9919 or email teleland@worldonline.co.za

SUNDAY guided walks take place every fourth Sunday at 8am through the Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve. The cost is R20 per person. Meet at the entrance precinct, Peggy Vera Road. Bookings at leabrash@kolisa.co.za

FARMERS’ Crafters Market with crafts, fresh produce, woodwork, mosaics, décor and much more is held every Saturday from 9am to noon at The Art Farm, Plot 56, Klipriver Road, R550, Alewynspoort. Contact Tanet on 079 208 8716.

RIETVLEI Boeremark. Come and join in every first Saturday of the month from 7am to 12 noon at the Rietvlei Lifestyle Centre, Swartkoppies Road (between Alberton and Liefde en Vrede). For stall bookings, contact Anelia on 079 199 8641.

ALBERTON Voortrekkers vergader elke Maandag tussen 4nm en 5nm agter die Stallion vulstasie, Ringpad-Oos, Alberton. Kontak Riana by 083 767 6327 om deel van hierdie groep te word.

ALBERTON Sports Shooting Club. Every Saturday is club day and you’re invited to join other members for a day of shooting. Contact

082 959 9310.

HEADWAY Support Group is for people with brain injuries and their families. Headway also runs an activity daycare centre. Contact June or Ann on 011 442 5733.

BRANDPUNTKAMERAKLUB. Kom geniet elke eerste Dinsdag van die maand ons kameraklubaand. Dit word om 7.15nm in die Alberton Biblioteek gehou en word in Afrikaans en Engels aangebied. Kontak Theo Landman by 011 898 1357 of 082 462 1682.

RIETVLEI Parkrun is a 5km walk/run that takes place every Saturday at 8am, and it’s free. All ages are welcome. Dogs on leads are also welcome. Register on www.parkrun.co.za and download your bar code.

HAPPY Hobblers is a social hiking group for the active who are over 50 years. It takes place at the Rietvlei Zoo Farm. Stay for coffee afterwards and make new friends. Contact Harry on 082 414 4469.

TOUGH Love Alberton Support Group offers support for families being torn apart by unacceptable behaviour (drugs, alcohol, substance abuse, verbal or physical abuse) on Tuesdays from 7pm to 9pm. Contact John on 072 341 5455 or Debbie on 082 330 1378.

WALKERVILLE Farmer’s Market is open every Saturday from 9am to 3pm. They have pony rides, face painting, a free honesty library and more, in addition to their usual extensive range of home-made cakes, jams, handmade mosaics, home accessories, pet accessories, plants, fresh vegetables and honey. Delicious meals are available from their various food court outlets, as well as credit card facilities, free entrance and free parking. The market is at 112 Main Street, Walkerville (on the R82 between Southgate and Vereeniging, just off the four-way stop in Walkerville). E-mail info@wfmarket.co.za

CALLING all older folks to join the Probus Club of Alberton. Come and make new friends, have fun and support one another. Membership is R50 per year. Afrikaans-speaking members are also welcome. Contact Ken on 083 276 2351, Karin on 082 512 2569 or Amy on 082 800 9074.

A STEP-PARENT support group meets on the first and third Saturday of every month from 9am to 11am at St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 4 FH Odendaal Street, Germiston. Contact Alice Swanepoel on 082 541 1667.

PANORAMA Flea Market. Come and take a look at the new stores opening up at the flea market over the next few weeks. The market is situated just off Kliprivier Drive in Mulbarton. It is the busiest flea market in the South with almost 400 stalls. Open on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays.

DEALING with the death of a child? Circle of Compassion is a support group for families dealing with this difficult situation. It is a very difficult, long and lonely process for families, but you can start the healing process. Contact Madeleine on 076 318 4244.

TOUGHLOVE South Africa, a non-profit organisation, runs a group to support families in the Lenasia community. Meetings are held every Saturday from 9.30am to 11.30am at Thames House, 10 Corobrick Road, Lenasia.