What’s on in your area?
Make sure to diarise these events for some great family outings.
DECEMBER
12 until January 5, 2020, Joburg Zoo Festival of Lights features a collection of illuminated life-size animal characters with classical, harmonious performances, food and craft markets for visitors. Patrons can enjoy a tranquil walk in the zoo on a designated lit route away from the animals enclosures under trees decorated in captivating lights. Open 7pm to 10pm. Cost for children is R60 and adults R120. For more information, call 0861 670 670 or 011 877 6800 or 011 646 2000 or email info@joburgtheatre.com
14 Sylvia’s Christmas Market Under The Stars hosts live entertainment that includes a jazz band, singers and fire dancers with an array of family friendly attractions and kids’ activities. The event features supervised movie screenings from 6pm to 9.30pm for children ages two to 12 years old. The Christmas Market is also hosting carnival games, Santa and a bunny hop night time experience for the children. Venue: Sylvia’s Market, 59 Frederick Street, Observatory, Johannesburg. Open 5pm to 10pm and cost is R10 per person. For more information, call 073 397 0140 or email: info@sylviasmarket.co.za
14 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.
14 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, hand-made 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 the Facebook page https://web.facebook.com/NicheCommunityMarket
15 Join a 4km guided walk of about three hours on Melville Koppies in December. Come and admire the proteas and learn about the people who once lived there. Departure is at 8.30am sharp. Adults R60 and children R40. For more information, visit www.mk.org.za or contact Wendy Carstens on 011 482 4797.
22 Join a three-hour, 8.5km hike across Melville Koppies. Hikers should be reasonably fit. Start at 8.30am sharp. Adults R60 and children R40. For more information, visit www.mk.org.za or phone Wendy Carstens on 011 482 4797.
JANUARY 2020
4 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.
26 Explore nature with a guided walk through Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve on January 26. Meet at 7am for 7.30am at entrance precinct, Peggy Vera road, Kiblerpark. All fitness levels will be accommodated. Bring a hat, sunscreen, good walking shoes and water. Minimum donation of R20 per person would be appreciated. Cash is accepted on the day. For more information, visit www.klipriviersberg.co.za
26 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.
27 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
