What’s on in your area?

NOVEMBER

23 7 Blue Pea Country Market 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 bring your furry friends along too. For more information please contact Charlene on 072 019 9601.

23 The Animal Anti-Cruelty League-Johannesburg will be hosting Carols in the Barn on November 23. A children’s choir accompanied by a Marimba band will sing Carols, and music groups and artists will also entertain guests. An artisanal market offers a chance to do early shopping, with pony rides and Santa’s arrival entertaining the children. Picnic baskets are available to order, along with yummy farm style pizzas. Join them at Penbritte Equestrian Centre from 5pm to 8.30pm. Entrance is charged at R50 for adults and R20 for children 12 years and under. A family of two adults and three children under 12 enter at R150.

23 Come and enjoy fun in the sun on the slides and in the foam pond at General Alberts Primary School with their Summer Blast. Fun starts at 10am until 4pm on November 23. Entrance is charged at R20 per person. An additional R100 per person will give you access to all slides and foam pond. Food and cold drinks will also be sold. Note that the price excludes the colour fest, rocket and soft ball activities. Please use the entrance in Albany Street. For more information and tickets, contact Lezindaengelbrecht@gmail.com

24 Doxa Deo Meyersdal nooi almal na ’n geleenthede waar Kersliedere by kerslig geniet kan word. Die eerste geleentheid vind op 24 November om 5.30nm by Ligstad in die ou Eeufees Kerk in Van Riebeecklaan plaas. Vir meer inligting kontak 011 867 5954 or stuur ’n e-pos na meyersdal@doxadeo.org

24 Simply Fresh Organic Market runs from 10am to 4pm at Mall of the South, Entrance 9, every last Sunday of every month. 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.

24 Come for a walk and enjoy nature at Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve. The guided walk is on November 24. 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 to, or for more information via email, klipriviersberg@gmail.com and book your spot. 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.

25 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

30 Living Word Church invites you to their Christmas Market with food, Carols, stalls and loads of activities for the children. Join them on November 30 from 5pm to 9pm at 18 Doncaser Road, Newmarket, for a family affair. They will switch on their Christmas tree at 6.30pm. Stalls can be booked at R100 per stall. Contack Nicky via email at nicky@lwalberton.co.za or 011 907 2990.

30 Die Pouveer, Kuier- en Koopmark by Greyvillea is oop vanaf 27 November to 30 November te Greyvilleastraat 10, Meyersdal. Oudergewoonte bied die mark vanjaar weer ’n verskeidenheid stalletjies met klere, en ’n wye verskeidenheid Kersgeskenke. Daar is natuurlik ook ’n koffiewinkel en hope kinderpret op die Vrydag en Saterdag. Die mark is op die Woensdag en Donderdag oop vanaf 10vm tot 7nm, Vrydag vanaf 10vm to 8nm en Saterdag vanaf 9vm to 2nm. Vir meer inligting kontak 083 417 9819 / 011 867 5954 of stuur ’n e-pos na pouveer@doxadeo.org. Besoek gerus hul Facebookblad Pouveer at Greyvillea Mark.

30 Join Stepping Stone Hospice for a tree-lighting ceremony on November 30 at Reading Country Club. It is a perfect opportunity to enjoy a picnic under starry skies with family and loved ones. It also brings the opportunity to add your remembrance globe in celebration of a loved one at only R100. Celebrations will start at 5.30pm with entertainment and traditional Carols by Candlelight. Stepping Stone Hospice will sell pancakes, boerewors rolls, popcorn and drinks. The actual lighting of the tree will take place at 7.45pm (weather permitting) when hundreds of globes will light up with a soft radiance. The tree will shine throughout December. To purchase your globe and submit your dedicated message, kindly contact Marietjie Tame on 082 337 5713 or email marietjie@steppingstonehospice.co.za

30 Niche Community Market is a diverse group of creative sellers and food traders. The market is open every Saturday at the Walkerville Showgrounds from 9am to 2pm. Stall holders sell products like honey, jams, handmade natural soaps, plants, fresh produce, Aloe creams, cookies and biscuits, biltong, koeksisters, fudge and candy floss as well as a variety of crafted goods. Fresh food vendors include Asian food, boerewors rolls, vetkoek and Indian food. Pop in at the gin bar, craft beer and ciders and just chill out. The market is pet friendly. For more information visit facebook page https://web.facebook.com/NicheCommunityMarket

DECEMBER

1 Kom kuier op 1 Desember by Elohim Meyersdal Gemeenskapskerk vanaf 6nm vir Kersliedere by kerslig. Tydens dié geleentheid word jy genooi om sommer reeds van 4nm af te kom kuier en kos by die verskillende stalletjies te koop. Vir meer inligting kontak 011 867 5954 or stuur ’n e-pos na meyersdal@doxadeo.org

1 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.

7 It’s that time of year again and you are invited to the Bracken Family Fun day on December 7 from 9am till 2pm at Jackson Dam, Jackson Street Brackenhurst. Funds raised will go to Alberton Child Welfare, Animal Protection Network (ANP), Brackendowns CPF and Brackenhurst, Brackendowns Residents Association (BBRA). Resident DJ Mad Mike will supply fun music while you enjoy delicious food and browse through the craft stalls with with loads of other activities for young and old. Father Christmas will also be making a special appearance. Safe and secure parking is available. Bring along any donations for the less fortunate and furry friends in need. For more information contact Chantelle Habib 078 492 5216 or email chantelle.habib@rawson.co.za

7 The Christmas Market at Amcare will be a day filled with activities. Join them from 9am to 9pm. There will be the market, fun run/walk starting at 4pm. Children, adults and pets are all welcome. R10 entry fee will be charged – pets walk for free. Other activities include pets hospitality corner, live entertainment, kids fun corner, crafters and food vendors, flip a pancake, sweet treats and much more. The Tree of Light will be turned on at 7pm. Amcare’s Tree of Light is in aid of thanking the community for their support and keeping their services accessible. Entry to the market is charged at R5 per person. For more information contact

065 817 3749 or email fundraising@amcare.org.za

7 Stamp collectors meet again on December 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

7 Stained-glass workshop in the tranquil setting of Henley on Klip on December 7. Workshop lasts about three to four hours and you will complete a sun catcher which is yours to keep. All tools and material will be supplied, and a cup of tea, if you can drag yourself away from your project. This is for newcomers who want to try their hand at the art before committing to buying the equipment. For more information contact Sue Webber on 071 873 6317 or via email sueandpamsglass@gmail.com or visit their website at suewebberglass.com or Facebook/Living.Glass

12 SA Military History Society, Johannesburg Branch, meet again in the Auditorium of the Museum of Military History, Erlswold Way, Saxonwold (next to the Zoo) on December 12 at 8pm. DVD evening. Col James Jacobs will introduce the DVD World at War “War in North Africa 1940 to 1943” and will lead an open forum discussion on the campaign afterwards.Wives are welcome to come along with their husbands. Visitors are charged R30 per person, which includes tea or coffee after the lecture. For more information, call the SA National Museum of Military History at 011 646 5513, or e-mail scribe@samilitaryhistory.org.

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.

BRANDPUNT KAMERAKLUB. 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.

For free daily local news in the South, visit our sister newspapers, Alberton RECORD, Comaro CHRONICLE, Southern COURIER and Get it Joburg South magazine.

Remember to visit our Facebook, Twitter and Instagram pages. You can also email our offices on cvdwalt@caxton.co.za, juliem@caxton.co.za or luckyt@caxton.co.za