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*PODIATRIST (Leg/Foot Specialist) – M.A Hamid will be available from April 13 – 22, 2016. Specialising in the treatment of corns and calluses, fungal infections, ingrown toenails, diabetic foot care, heel pain and biomechanical disorders as well as disorders affecting children and flat feet we also treat sports related leg and foot pain and knee pain. Also specialising in permanent removal of corns and ingrown toe nails. Now stockists of bunion splints. To view our products and have a free consultation contact 076 385 9454 or 082 392 1786 to reserve your space, strictly by appointment. Available at the Vitality Medical Centre on 184 Columbine Avenue – Mondeor.
*HORTICULTURAL Society Meetings: Wednesday, April 13, at 19:30, a talk by Bob Scholes on Sustainable Living, at Roosevelt Park Recreation Centre, Preller Drive, Roosevelt Park. Visitors R30, members R20. Wednesday, May 11, at 19:30, enjoy a talk by Guy Young on Stellenberg Gardens, Kenilworth, Cape Town, at Roosevelt Park Recreation Centre, Preller Drive, and Roosevelt Park. Visitors: R30, members R20. Wednesday, May 25 at 09.30, a talk by Mark Anderson on bird conservation, successes and challenges. The Floreum, Johannesburg Botanic Gardens, Olifants Road. Visitors R30, members R20.
*TAP into your inner artist! Create your own canvas masterpiece in two hours. Bring a friend and receive step-by-step instructions in a vibey restaurant atmosphere while enjoying your favourite drink. No experience necessary to have fun! No under 18’s. April 14, 20 and 28. For more info and bookings: Margie 0834733695.
*LESLEY Anne presents Mandalas, a tool people use to heal themselves. Sunday, April 17, at the Grange (56 Kirschner Road, Benoni North AH) at 2pm. Contact 083 561 5281.
*QUESTIONS about life? Join the ALPHA Course on Monday evenings at the Riverside Community Church at Waterstone College, Kibler Park, starting on April 18 at 18:30. Supper is provided. No charge. Talks on exploring the basics of the Christian faith. No obligation – free to discuss as much or as little as you wish. Contact Jean on 082 442 3928 for catering purposes or email to admin@riversidecommunity.org.za
*COUNTRY Crafters will be at 101 Klipriver Drive, Mulbarton, on Saturday April 30, from 09:00 to 14:30. A number of new crafters will be joining the happy band of creative people, so come and see what is on offer. The crafters have all been very busy during the holiday period, making new and different items. In future the crafters will be at 101 Klipriver Drive on the first, third and last Saturday of each month. More crafters are still needed. For more information, phone Marion on 011 902 5674.
*THE Mothwa Haven on Augusta Road, Rewlatch will be hosting a cake sale on April 30 to raise funds. All cakes and cookies etc. are baked by the residents of the old age home. For more information call 082 846 5284 or 011 435 0260.
*LIDO Hotel Moonlight Market on Friday, May 6, from 18:00 to 22:00. Come buy gifts for mom for mother’s day and win prizes from Cazabella, a spa session for two or a car wash. Lido Hotel and Spa, Plot 17, Eikenhof. At monthly markets, the Roadhouse Band will play and food stalls will offer Mexican, Indian, Greek, Oriental and ‘boerekos’. Phone 082 349 9924 for more information.
*ANGELS Baby Sanctuary Charity Dinner Dance on May 28 at the Glenvista Country Club at 18:30. R450 per couple and dress smart. Join us for an evening of great fun, food and entertainment. All for a good cause. Contact Anne on 011 434 4227 or 081 049 6228.
*MARKET @ 84 is a new market in the Walkerville area and is not a “Farmers” market but rather a fresh produce and crafters market. Only the best fresh produce and handmade/homemade crafts on offer. Market @ 84 is open every Saturday from 9am till 2pm. Market @ 84 is on the lawns of 84 on Main shopping centre. Stalls fees R50 per stall. Entry to visitors is free with kids play area and beer garden. Enjoy county shopping at its best!
*CHOIR members are urgently needed for a multi-denominational choir called “Under His Wings”, under the leadership of Claude Weeder. The choir practises every Monday evening from 19:30 to 21:00, at the Brackendowns Baptist Church, in Kariba Street, Brackendowns. No previous experience is necessary, but simply a love for singing and a wish to pass on the gospel message. Call Claude on 083 481 5851 on Tuesdays to Fridays between 18:00 and 20:00 or email to claudeweeder23@gmail.com
*CELEBRATE Recovery – Join us at Rosettenville Baptist Church, 8 Albert St, Townsview on Thursday nights at 18:45 for fellowship in the Upstairs Hall, followed by a teaching at 19:15, and then ending in men’s or women’s small group discussion at 19:45. The goal is to become Christ-like in character. No sign ups or reservation are necessary to participate, and you do not need to be a member of the Church to attend. Just come as you are.For more information, call Darryl on 011 435 3839.
*WANT to start a new hobby? Want to play as your favourite “Star Wars” character or Marvel hero? Join us 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.
*RIETVLEI Parkrun 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 – it’s free.
*VISIT the Southern Suburbs Camera Club. The club meets every second Thursday of every month at the Glenvista Country Club at 18:30 for 19:00. For more information, contact Karen on 083 259 0009.
*CALLING all music lovers and singers who want to join a baroque choir. Auditions are starting from 1 March at 16:00. Please call 074 072 5815 to arrange an audition.
*LIONS Boot Sale. Turn your unwanted household goods into cash by selling from your car boot, at the Lions Boot Sale, between Forest and Victoria streets (off Sixth Street), Regents Park on Saturdays, 2 and 30 April, from 07:30. For more info, phone Dot van Eeden on 082 336 6284.
*CHRISTIAN Book Club meets every first Saturday of the month, at 13:30, at Shatopia, 56 Hennie Alberts Street, Brackenhurst, and Alberton. Please bring a book with your refreshments and money for tea, etc. For more info, phone 079 072 5424.
*PEOPLE of the South are invited to Celebrate Recovery, a recovery programme. It is a safe place to heal from hurts, hang-ups and chemical, gambling or sexual addictions. Gender and age sensitive and confidentiality and anonymity are respected. It also helps to reduce depression, domestic violence, child abuse, crime and suicide. For more info, phone Myrtle on 061 297 6166 or Randy on 081 505 6686.
*PANORAMA Flea Market, Kliprivier Drive, Mulbarton (behind Pick n Pay Shopping Centre). Tel: 011 682 2222. Beer garden with big screen TV, children’s play centre, live entertainment every trading day, almost 400 stalls to shop at. Come visit our market for a fun-filled day for the entire family.
*WELLNESS Wednesdays. Pay what you can on Wednesdays. Centesimal Wellness offers members of the community a Pay What You Can Afford project to anyone who can benefit from receiving professional homoeopathic care. For example, if you can only afford R100 then that is what you pay. This includes a homeopathic consultation and tailor-made homeopathic remedies. Appointments can be made every Wednesday between 09:00 and 15:00. Phone and please quote “Wellness Wednesdays” when scheduling a booking, 011 869 1355. Centesimal Wellness, 99 Michelle Avenue, Randhart, Alberton.
*COME and learn ceramic painting in Glenanda. You can creatively decorate beautiful platters for wedding, birthday and Christmas presents. Classes held on Saturday afternoon. For more info, phone 011 682 3889.
*TOUGH Love Mondeor Support Group is a support group for families being torn apart by unacceptable behaviour, including drug, alcohol, and substance, verbal or physical abuse. The group meets on Saturdays, 09:00 to 11:00. Phone Sheralee on 083 266 0937 for more information.
*WALKERVILLE Farmers’ 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 a free honesty library, pony rides, face painting and much more. Delicious meals are available from our food court outlets. Credit card facilities, free entrance and free parking are available. Find us at 112 Main Street Walkerville (on the R82 between Southgate and Vereeniging, just off the four-way stop in Walkerville). For more information, contact Gail on gail@wfmarket.co.za or phone 079 076 7680.
*DO you want to become a Freemason, one of the world’s oldest societies of men? It’s great fun, it’s great enjoyment, it’s great satisfaction. Freemasonry is not a religion or secret society. It is a society of good and true men with high ethical standards and morals. Friendship and trust of the highest standard is the key. Find out more. Contact teleland@worldonline.co.za.
*TOUGH Love Robertsham is a support group for families being torn apart by unacceptable behaviour, namely drugs, alcohol, substance, verbal or physical abuse. Meet on Thursdays, in the Scout Hall, 6 Harry Street, 19:00 to 21:00. More info, Jo-Ann 084 424 9117 or Sheralee 083 266 0937.
*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, corner East and Victoria streets, 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.
*KLIPRIVIERSBERG Nature Reserve Association. For all walks meet at Entrance Precinct, Peggy Vera Road, Kibler Park. For more info, phone Kevin Lavery on 083 267 3494 (bird walks), Ann Norton on 076 583 7946 (Saturday stroll and midweek walk). General information on 084 804 4073. All guided walks last about three hours. Wear good walking shoes, a hat and sunblock and bring water and snacks. Binoculars are recommended for bird walks.