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Diarise these events for some great family outings
NOVEMBER
5 Rietvlei Trails are open daily from 6am to 6pm with the picnic park also open daily from 9am to 5pm. Ideal for a group of runners to join in a morning run and then settle in for a picnic or simply gather your family and enjoy a day in the sun and fresh air. For details, send an email to info@rietvleifarm.co.za or visit www.rietvleifarm.co.za
7 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, handmade 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, enjoy 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
14 Set in the unique country surroundings of the Rietvlei Zoo Farm, Blue Pea Country Market comes to life every Saturday and Sunday morning at 8am to 3pm. Healthy produce, homemade delicacies, arts and crafts, clothing and unique products are all available. Enjoy the delicious ready-to-eat food and wonderful family atmosphere. Bring your appetite and enjoy all that Blue Pea Country Market offers you. The venue is pet friendly, so feel free to bring along your beloved canine family as well.
15 Are you looking for a family fun day close to nature? Look no further than the Modderfontein Farmers’ Market @ Taroko Farms. The market is much more than a collection of stalls and more of an outdoor supermarket with something for all. The market mixes food, entertainment and proximity with a retro-chic style to celebrate the history of the region. The official opening of the farmers’ market takes place at the end of September. Now open on Saturdays and Sundays. Make your way to Modderfontein Farmers’ Market and enjoy loads of farm fresh goodness with a wide range of delicious food prepared on site to choose from.
22 Come and enjoy a leisurely Sunday morning walk through the Melville Koppies. Due to the pandemic, the usual calendar of guided tours and hikes is temporarily suspended. Instead, they are offering Sunday morning outings. Arrive from 8am and be out by 11.30am. Cost is R80 for adults and R40 for learners. Email names and cellphone numbers of your group to wendavid@mweb.co.za or phone 011 482 4797 for more details. Dates available are every Sunday in October, November and up to December 20.
29 Get your fix of organic and free-range farmy goodness, like organic veg, fresh free-range eggs, chicken, bacon, butter, organic salad jars and more at the Simply Fresh Organic Market from 9am to 2.30pm at Mall of the South Entrance 9 (upper level) every last Sunday of the month. Bring a picnic basket and fill it with fresh yumminess – artisan croissants, assorted meats, cheeses. Support our local entrepreneurs and farmers. Fresh organic goodness, artisan breads (gluten-friendly), vegan range, fresh cut flowers and arrangements, low carb and gluten-free goodies, gourmet sauces, essential oils and body products, gemstones, unique gifts, dimanzi perfumes and so much more! And don’t forget about Simply Pasta. Join their pasta experience with The Food Ink Chef. Learn how to make your own fresh pasta and then eat the fruits of your labour. Bookings essential. For more info, send an email to tandi@icarusmedia.co.za
