Once upon a time in Durban
The talk entitled Through the eyes of Admiral “The Great One,” will be given by Mitchell Park legend, Gordon Michael.
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UBUNTU Community Chest invites all senior citizens and other interested residents to join in on a nostalgic journey through the past with ‘legend of Mitchell Park’ Gordon Michael, on Thursday, 7 November at St Thomas Anglican Church main hall, 195 Musgrave Road, Durban, from 10am to noon.
The talk is entitled Through the eyes of Admiral “The Great One.”
Gordon will continue with this, part two of his presentation Once Upon a Time in Durban, talking about Admiral the tortoise, who recently celebrated his 109th birthday at Mitchell Park.
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Gordon worked at the Blue Zoo Restaurant at Mitchell Park for 46 years and since his retirement has been in high demand for his talks. He joined his father at the Blue Zoo Restaurant in 1971, and is passionate about talking about the history of the park which he saw unfold over the decades.
Parking entrance is in St Thomas Avenue, off 190 Essenwood Road. There is no charge, however booking is essential by 1 November. Refreshments will be served.
Contact Celeste on 031 303 3890 or email: celeste@giving.org.za.
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