Thornhill Manor hosts annual fête

Social interaction helps combat loneliness, boredom and a sense of helplessness.

Stephan Lehman

8 hours ago

Jen Cruickshank, Danielle Sealy-Fisher, Dale Cherrington and Adele Capper selling recycled cards

Good weather created the perfect day for Thornhill Manor Retirement Village’s annual fête.

With only a light breeze and warm sunshine, the atmosphere in Modderfontein between the stalls and visitors was vibrant.

The event was held on October 5.

Sue Ryan, Julie Holmes, Laura James, Karen McKitrick, Denise Liversage and Kirsten James working hard at the pancake stall. They made and sold nearly 700 pancakes.

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Rudi van Niekerk kept the crowd entertained with lively music that had everyone singing and dancing.

“A fantastic time was had by all. It was wonderful to see so many of our new residents participating for the first time,” said Jackie Scott, deputy manager of Thornhill Manor.

Andrew Scott and Dave Wood cooking up a storm at the egg and bacon stall.

“Social interaction is crucial as we age. It helps to combat loneliness, boredom and a sense of helplessness,” she added.

All proceeds from the fete will go towards the village fund.

Residents will decide how to use the fund for special projects to enhance the community and benefit everyone.

Barbara Damstra, Carol Foulis, Marion Falconer and Caryll Richardson of the Knit & Knatter group.

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