Aweh! Find out what’s popping in Durban this weekend

2023 Post-Matric Discussion

IKAQABULA Foundation, in collaboration with Ikusasa Ngelami, is inviting the class of 2022 to discuss a way forward after matric. The discussion is open to candidates who made it as well as those who did not make it. The discussion aims to restore hope and confidence and help chart new beginnings.

Date: February 4
Time: 09:00–12:00
Venue: Mitchell Park, Durban
Free entry
For more info, contact: 063 819 6905.

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Everton Conservancy Hike – chasing waterfalls

THE Everton Conservancy is inviting you to come chase waterfalls with them. The Conservancy has extended their Everton hike, and this time they will be visiting Mpithi, Porcupine and Everton Falls.

The details of the hike are as follows: 

Time and date: Sunday, January 22 at 07:00
Place: Everton Conservancy, Acutts Drive, Everton (WhatsApp for location.)
Difficulty: Grade 2
Distance: approximately 10km
Duration: 4 hours
Cost: R100pp (U13 – R50pp)
What to bring: snacks, water or cold drinks, plus a backpack to carry all that.
Walking shoes/takkies with good grip are a must! No flat shoes allowed!
Limited to 20 hikers. Tickets can be purchased online at Quicket.

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Jazz Sunday 

AFRICAN Kings presents Linda Sikhakhane @Jazz Sundays.

Linda Sikhakhane’s SA/Swiss Celebration Group stems from his latest album release, Isambulo. This collaboration was realised when Sikhakhane was ‘Artist In Residency’ in Switzerland under Pro Helvetia’s programme back in 2021, where he explored the notions of revelation in the midst of uncertainty and what it means for sound to be a vehicle that enables us to travel beyond our human imagination.

“Revelation through sounds is a disclosure of sacred realities and a continuous process for discovery.” This tour serves as a celebration pursuit as they reflect on some of the findings and gifts the sound has brought to the fore. Recently named the Standard Bank Young Artist for Jazz, Sikhakhane kickstarts the year with a stellar line-up featuring Swiss musicians: Lucca Fries (piano); Jonas Ruther (drums); French bassist Géraud Portal; South African vocalist and old-time friend Paras.

Date: Sunday, January 22
Time: 16:00
Place: Wilson wharf (KuD’ta VIP Lounge)
Entry fee: R100

South Coast Art Association – AGM

THE Upper South Coast Art Association will hold its AGM on January 21, at 13:00, at the first Amanzimtoti Scout Hall, 4 Drake Road. This will be followed by monthly activities, including a demonstration by a guest artist from the ‘Art by the Sea’ society. A morning drawing class presented by Ritha Fenske will start at 09:00. Contact 083 595 8545 to find out the requirements for the class.

New Time Market

THE New Time Market is a local flea market held in the Toti CBD on January 27 and 28. There will be a night market on the Friday from 17:00 to 21:00, and a daytime market on the Saturday from 09:00 to 15:00. Take your whole family along and support local crafters.

DURBAN and Coast SPCA – Book Sale

DURBAN and Coast SPCA will hold its monthly book sale on January 28 from 08:00 to 12:00 at The Bluff SPAR. Tanya Fleischer, the marketing manager at the SPCA, thanks the community for their continued support of this fundraising initiative. To make a donation or for more information, contact the SPCA on 031 579 6546.

Valentine’s Market

THERE will be a Mulligan Valentine’s Market at the Amanzimtoti Golf/Country Club on January 29, from 10:00 to 16:00. The fun-filled family day will see vendors selling jewellery, food and drinks, sweet treats, books and toys, arts and crafts, clothes and home décor. There will be face-painting and a jumping castle for the children, music and much more. The event is in support of the golf club, Hearts of Toti and Amanzimtoti SPCA. Food donations are welcome. For more information, or to book a stall, contact Chantelle Lotter on 062 973 8657.

Full-moon beach walk

THE next full-moon beach walk is scheduled to take place on February 5, at 17:30, from the Baggies Kiosk in Warner Beach. This popular social event follows the shoreline along the beach from Baggies Beach to Winkle Beach and back. It is about 4km, but you can turn back whenever you want. Other upcoming dates are March 7, April 6, May 5, June 4, July 3, August 1 and 31 (Blue Moon), September 29, October 28, November 27 and December 27. All beach walks will be at 17:30 from the Baggies Kiosk. To join the WhatsApp group, contact the organiser, Derek Pirie, on 082 673 1335.

Social darts

YELLOWWOOD Park Sports Club hosts social darts with a twist every Friday evening from 18:30 for 19:00. Social darts is a two-hourish fun game that anyone can play. The rules change every week, and players are seeded and/or handicapped depending on experience. There are various prizes up for grabs and raffle tickets on sale. Darts will be provided, or you can bring your own. Subscribe to the YWP darts newsletter for more information and weekly updates. WhatsApp 083 633 0290.