*WITH only a couple of weeks to Christmas, time is also drawing closer for the annual AMCARE Christmas Night Market and the lighting of the Tree of Lights. Come and join in the fun at the Christmas Night Market on Friday, November 25 from 16:00 to 21:00. Crafters will be displaying their goods so come and browse around for those special Christmas gifts. The market also offers loads to eat and drink. Tables for the market can be booked at R100 per table and there are 100 tables available. To book your table, contact Joey on 071 365 2191 or Pat on 011 907 4220. Also remember to purchase a light bulb at R50 each, in remembrance of those who passed away. Light bulbs are available from Desire at the AMCARE offices and she can be contacted on 011 869 5856. The Tree of Lights will be switched on at 20:15 and names of those you want to remember will be displayed on the tree. This Tree of Light will shine bright throughout December.
*CHRISTMAS is definitely in the air, with shops displaying decorations and many of us speaking about shopping lists and wish lists. If you’re looking for very special and, of course, unique Christmas gifts for those close to you, then don’t miss the Ligstad Christmas Market on Saturday, November 26 from 09:00 to 14:00. Crafters are invited to exhibit their products. For more information contact Andra 082 896 4288.
*A TOUCH of Christmas at Miniature Showcase. Miniaturists in Gauteng come from all walks of life and all areas and share a love of all things small. Miniature Showcase is where artisans showcase their work at Miniature World. Their November Showcase includes teddy bears and gifting by some very talented crafters. Join them on Saturday, November 26 from 09:00 to 13:00 at Parkhurst Recreation Centre, corner 13th Street and 5th Avenue, Parkhurst. No entrance fee but donations to Cerebral Palsy would be welcome. Contact Sue 011 787 2340 or email miniatures@telkomsa.net for more information.
*FARMERS Crafters Night Market, November 26 at The Art Farm, Plot 56, Klipriver Rd, R550, Alewynspoort. Contact 074 043 6484 for more information.
*A GEM worth discovering is the Evening Star Market. Come and enjoy the tranquil setting on the banks of the river in Henley-on-Klip and find your early Christmas gifts at one of the many craft stalls. The market offers jewellery, wooden products, clothing, creams and soaps, plus a variety of home-baked and bottled items for sale – all things nice. Take a trip down to 336 Dinsdale Street, Henley-on-Klip. The last market day for 2016 will be hosted on Saturday, November 26. Visit them on Facebook, at Evening Star Market, or contact Rayno Kroeger on 072 591 9662 for more information. The market is open from 10:00 until 16:00.
*CAROLS by Candlelight on December 3. Come and enjoy a relaxed family evening and sing along to Carols by Candlelight at the Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve Marais Farmstead. Parking inside the reserve, at the Farmstead Building. Cost is R20 per person, with starting time at 18:30. Bank details: Account name: Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve; Standard Bank, Southdale; account number: 201 047 284; branch code: 006 405. Email proof of payment and booking to Lea@kolisa.co.za, with reference Carols By Candlelight, name and number of attendees. Bring along your own picnic and drinks to enjoy.
*CHRISTMAS Market at The Art Farm on November16 and 17 December. Make sure to visit The Art Farm, Plot 56, Klipriver Rd, R550, Alewynspoort for those special gifts for the special people in your life. For more information contact 074 043 6484.
*DO you want to become a Freemason? It’s great fun, it’s great enjoyment and it’s great satisfaction. Freemasonry is not a religion or secret society, but a society of good and true men with high ethical standards and morals. Friendship and trust of the highest standard.
*COUNTRY Crafters is looking for new crafters. For more information call Connie on 084 010 0500, Jenny on 084 610 1733, or email to countrycraftmarket@tiscali.co.za.
*DON’T miss the Country Crafters market at 101 Kliprivier Drive, Mulbarton from 09:00 to 14:30 on the first and last Saturday of the month. A number of new crafters will be joining our happy band of creative and talented people, so please come and see what is on offer. To book a stall, contact Jenny 084 610 1733 or email to countrycraftmarket@tiscali.co.za
*ALBERTON Toastmasters get together on the first and third Thursday of every month, at the Alberton Retirement Village, 45 Kritzinger Road, Florentia. For more details, contact Ronnie Martin on 082 895 9616, or email to maruti.ronnie.martin@gmail.com
*ART in the Garden, for art lovers to appreciate the arts, and artists to exhibit their work, on every first Saturday of the month, at The Art Farm, Plot 56, Klipriver Road, R550, Alewynspoort. Contact 079 208 8716 for more information.
*MOONLIGHT Markets, every first Friday of the month, with a live band and gourmet food. Come and support the crafters of the South. Entrance is free and the market runs from 18:00 to 22:00, at the Lido Country Hotel, corner of Old Vereeniging Road R554/R82 Old Johannesburg Road, Eikenhof. For more information phone 082 349 9924, or email to admin@lidohotel.co.za
*CAFÉ La Plume Social Club, at 17 Joan Road,
*MARKET @ 84, a new market in the Walkerville area, is not a “farmers” market but rather a fresh produce and crafters outlet. Only the best fresh produce and handmade/home-made crafts are on offer. Market @ 84 is open every Saturday from 09:00 to 14:00, on the lawns of the 84 On Main shopping centre. Stalls are available at R50 per stall. Entry for visitors is free and there is a children’s play area and a beer garden. Enjoy country shopping at its best.
*CHURCH services with Abundant Life Family Church, in the Lido Hotel Chapel, every Sunday at 09:00. Address: corner of R554/R82 Old Johannesburg Road, Eikenhof (enter from Shell Garage at Lido Hotel Chapel).
*WRITERS Group meets every third Saturday of every month, from 14:00 to 16:00, at Mayberry Park. Phone Denise for directions or more information, on 082 082 0875.
*FARMERS’ Crafter Market with crafts, fresh products, woodwork, mosaics, décor and much more, every Saturday, from 09:00 to noon, at The Art Farm, Plot 56, Klipriver Road, R550, Alewynspoort. Contact 079 208 8716 for more information.
*RIETVLEI Boeremark. Come and join in every first Saturday of the month, from 07:00 to noon, at the Rietvlei Lifestyle Centre, Swartkoppies (between Alberton and Liefde and Vrede). For stall bookings and other enquiries contact Anelia 079 199 8641.
*ALBERTON Voortrekkers vergader elke Maandag, tussen 16:00 en 17:00, agter die Stallion Vulstasie, Ringpad-Oos, Alberton. Skakel vir Riana by 083 767 6327, om deel te word van hierdie groepie.
*ALBERTON Sports Shooting Club. Every Saturday is Club Day and you are invited to join the other members for a shooting day. Phone 082 959 9310 for further information.
*HEADWAY Support Group. The support group for people with brain injuries and their families also runs an activity daycare centre. Phone June/Ann on 011 442 5733.
*BRANDPUNT Kameraklub. Kom geniet elke eerste Dinsdag van die maand ons kameraklubaandjie. Dit word om 19:15 gehou, in die Alberton Biblioteek, en word in Afrikaans en Engels aangebied. Vir verdere navrae, kontak vir Theo Landman by 011 898 1357 of 082 462 1682.
*BORDUURWERK en Laslappies. Wou u nog altyd dit probeer het? Kom geniet die tydjie saam met vriendinne. Vir verdere navrae, kontak vir Jeanette by 011 902 6997.
*ALBERTON Volkspelegroep kom weekliks bymekaar vir ‘n lekker tiekiedraai. Almal is welkom, insluitend ouers en kinders. Vir inligting, skakel 084 787 9999.
*RIETVLEI Parkrun. A 5km walk/run every Saturday at 08:00 – and it’s free! All ages welcome. Dogs on leads also welcome. Register on www.parkrun.co.za and download your barcode.
*WANT to start a new hobby? Want to play as your favourite Star Wars character or Marvel hero? Join us at any time on Saturday, from 10:00 to 17:00, to play a demo game of Star Wars X-Wing Miniatures, or Marvel Dice Masters, at 33 Chrissie Street, Brackenhurst. For more info, contact Adrian on 082 820 6995.
*HAPPY Hobblers social hiking group for active over-50-year-olds, at Rietvlei Zoo Farm. Stay for coffee afterwards and make some new friends. Contact Harry on 082 414 4469 for more information.
*VISIT the Southern Suburbs Camera Club. The club meets every second Thursday of every month, at Russel James & Co Inc., 21 The Broads Street, Mulbarton, at 18:30 for 19:00. For more information contact Bob on 083 994 3092.
*REDWING Craft Market brings you all things new – a wider variety of stalls, tasty treats and something to drink. Visit them at Redwing Nursery, Second Avenue, from 09:00 to 14:00 and thereafter, every second Saturday of the month. Contact Elsabe on 079 757 7912 for more information, or to book your stall.
*SUPPORT Paws in Motion, on the corner of Du Plessis and Second avenues, on Saturdays between 10:00 and 13:00, when they sell boerewors rolls at R25 each. Funds raised go towards their pet rescue fund, which helps sick and injured strays that find their way into the organisation’s care.
*TOUGH Love Alberton Support Group offers support for families being torn apart by unacceptable behaviour (drugs, alcohol, substance abuse, verbal or physical abuse). Tuesdays 19:00 to 21:00. Contact John on 072 341 5455 and Debbie on 082 330 1378.
*WALKERVILLE Farmer’s Market is open every Saturday, from 09:00 to 15:00. In addition to our usual extensive range of home-made cakes, jams, handmade mosaics, home accessories, pet accessories, plants, fresh vegetables and honey, we have pony rides, face-painting, a free honesty library, and more. Delicious meals are available from our various food court outlets. Credit card facilities, free entrance and free parking available. The market is at 112 Main Street, Walkerville (on the R82 between Southgate and Vereeniging, just off the four-way stop in Walkerville). For more information email info@wfmarket.co.za
*CALLING all older folk to join the Probus Club of Alberton. Come and make new friends, have fun and support one another. A membership fee of only R50 is payable per annum. If you are interested, you are welcome to join in the next or any other meeting (Afrikaans-speaking members also welcome). Phone Ken on 083 276 2351, Karin on 082 512 2569, or Amy on 082 800 9074.
*VROUE van die Woord gebedsgroep vergader weekliks om te bid vir hul huwelike, mans, kinders en die land. Dames kom op Donderdagoggende van 09:00 tot 10:00 by Orgideestraat 22, Brackenhurst, bymekaar. Vir meer inligting, kontak vir Magda Deysel by 084 406 9986.
*MANNE van die Woord bid op Woensdagoggende, tussen 06:00 en 07:00 saam, by die admin gebou van Alberton Steel and Pipe, Sesdelaan 66, in Alberton-Noord. Vir meer besonderhede, kontak vir pastoor Mark by 071 207 3249.
*DIE Afrikaanse Toastmasters kom elke tweede en vierde Donderdag van die maand om 19:00 by die NG Kerk, op die hoek van Jan Meyer- en Bassonstrate, in South Crest, bymekaar. Vir meer inligting, skakel vir Adri Rothmann by 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, on the corner of East and Victoria streets, in 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 on 011 682 2368 or 083 252 1882, or Wim van Gils on 011 907 5094 or 082 952 7459.
*A STEP-PARENT support group meets on the first and third Saturday of every month, from 09:00 to 11:00, at St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, at 4 FH Odendaal Street, in 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. Enjoy the entertainment and relaxing trip out of the house. The market is situated just off Kliprivier Drive, in Mulbarton, and is the busiest flea market in the South, with almost 400 stalls. The market is 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 situation. This is a very difficult, long and lonely process for families to deal with. You can begin to heal again. Contact Madeleine on 076 318 4244. Everyone welcome.
*VEK Lofdal, Vyfdelaan 55, Alberton-Noord, se dienste vind Sondae, om 09:00, plaas. Vir navrae, kontak vir Raymond en Christa Ambrose by 011 740 6172 of 084 235 0288.
*THE Shed, on Route 59, is the only undercover market south of Johannesburg. They have a large offering of fresh fruit and vegetables, waffles, food and crafts, and a nursery. Open every Saturday from 09:00 to 15:00. Free entrance. Night markets are held on the first Friday of every month, from 18:00 to 22:00. Bring the whole family for a day on the farm. Follow The Shed on Route 59, on Facebook, or visit www.r59shed.co.za
*BINGO on Thursdays, at 10:00, at Crown Gardens Recreation Centre. For more information phone Audrey on 011 680 3774.
*CHRISTIAN Book Club meets every first Saturday of the month, at 13:30, at Shatopia, 56 Hennie Alberts Street, Brackenhurst, Alberton. Please bring a book with your refreshments and money for tea, etc. For more info phone 079 072 5424.
*WINDS of Change Church invites you to dynamic, life-changing services. Service times: Mondeor campus 08:00, 10:00 and 18:00. Walkerville campus: 09:00. For more info contact the office on 011 941 3203.
*TOUGHLOVE South Africa, a non-profit organisation, has opened a group to support families in the Lenasia community. The meetings are held every Saturday, between 09:30 and 11:30, at Thames House, 10 Corobrick Road, Lenasia.
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