What’s on in your area?
Make sure you diarise these dates for some great family outings.
FEBRUARY
26 The Horticultural Society invites you to a talk by Marian Laserson at 9.30am on Progress in the Rehabilitation of Paterson Park and Reinstatement of the River. Venue: Roosevelt Park Recreation Centre, Preller Drive, Roosevelt Park. Members: R20, Visitors R30, includes refreshments. Enquiries on 082 951 1432.
MARCH
7 St Paul’s Church cares – If you have cancer or if you are a survivor of the dreaded big C and you wish to join a new support group, please call Bruce Strachan on 082 333 4108. The group meets on the first Saturday of every month at 3pm at St Paul’s United Church, 10 Tehore Street, Mulbarton.
1 Join a 4km guided walk (takes three hours) on Melville Koppies and learn about who used to live there; enjoy the peace and be surprised at the ways in which animals and plants interact with each other. 3pm sharp. Adults R80 and children R40. Details: www.mk.org.za; Tel: 011 482 4797 Hikers’/walkers’ payments go to the ongoing maintenance and upkeep of the Koppies.
6-7 Gold Reef City Cansa Shavathon – This year’s Shavathon theme is HOPE. Add some colour to your day and show your support to cancer survivors by shaving your head, colouring your hair, or just make a donation in order to raise funds for the much-needed funds used in the fight against cancer. Join in the fun on March 6 at Gold Reef City main entrance and March 7 at Gold Reef City town square. The Shavathon will run from 9am to 5pm. All Shavathon donations will go towards Cansa’s care and support programmes for patients, caregivers and loved ones.
7 Stained glass workshop in the tranquil settings of Henley on Klip on March 7. Workshops lasts about three to four hours and you will complete a sun catcher which is yours to keep. All tools and materials will be provided as well as instruction and possibly a cup of tea or coffee if you can drag yourself away from your project. The workshops are aimed at people who want to try their hand at stained glass before committing to buying equipment and glass, and to those who only want a little fun. Each workshop takes a minimum of three people and a maximum of six. To book or for more information contact Sue Webber on 0718736317 or email sueandpamsglass@gmail.com or visit suewebbersglass.com or Facebook/Living.Glass
8 See if your New Year’s resolution to get fit is bearing fruit. Join a three-hour, 8.5km hike across Melville Koppies. Hikers should be reasonably fit. 8h30 sharp. Adults R80 and children R40. Details: www.mk.org.za Tel: 011 482 4797 Hikers’/walkers’ payments go to the ongoing maintenance and upkeep of the Koppies.
7 Steppinng Stone Hospice’s next “Movie under the Stars” evening will see the ever popular 2019 The Lion King as the main attraction. Be sure to book your ticket at R100 per person with children under the age of six entering free. The movie night takes place from 5pm at Reading Country Club, 40 Fore Street, New Redruth. Bring along your picnic blankets and chairs. Popcorn, pancakes, boerie roll and hamburgers will be on sale. To book your ticket(s), kindly email Marietjie Tame on marietjie@steppingstonehospice.co.za. Tickets will also be on sale at the reception at their In-Patient Unit, corner. Ascot and Heidelberg roads, New Market Park, Mondays to Fridays between 9am 5pm.
14 and 15 Visit the 58th Walkerville Agricultural Show, 9am until late. Entry is R50 per car. Variety of exciting stalls, chilli eating competition, international food court, beer garden, live entertainment, helicopter flips (Saturday only), giant pumpkin competition, fascinating demo’s and exhibitions, horse show (Sunday only), livestock and farming implements, vintage car display (Saturday only), funfair. ATMs on site.
25 The Horticultural Society invites you to a talk by Allan Abel on cultivating orchids at Roosevelt Park Recreation Centre, Preller Drive, Roosevelt Park at 9.30am. Members R20.00, Visitors R30.00, includes refreshments. Enquiries 082 951 1432.
29 Simply Fresh Organic Market runs from 10am to 4pm at Mall of the South, Entrance 9, every last Sunday of every month. Look out for organic vegetables, artisan bread, free-range eggs and chicken, cheese, Lindt, cake, gluten-free cake, gourmet coffee, pastries, mocktails, gourmet sauces, smoothies, Mediterranean delicacies, raw honey and unique gifts.
APRIL
4 St Paul’s Church cares – If you have cancer or if you are a survivor of the dreaded big C and you wish to join a new support group, please call Bruce Strachan on 082 333 4108. The group meets on the first Saturday of every month at 3pm at St Paul’s United Church, 10 Tehore Street, Mulbarton.
18 King of the Whip 2020 is sure to accelerate the spirits of many action sport enthusiasts and first-time spectators alike for one day only. Amplitude, style and variation will all determine which rider is ultimately crowned King of the Whip at this thrilling showdown of epic proportions. Whip is a manoeuvre performed on a motorcycle, usually during a motocross or freestyle motocross contest, in which the rider brings the rear of the motorcycle abruptly around to either side. This is performed while the machine is airborne off a jump. In very extreme whips, the rear of the motorcycle will end up perpendicular to the direction of travel, in addition to the motorcycle being laid flat. The purpose of the whip is to show off, to alter the trajectory of the bike in flight, and to scrub speed over jumps.
MAY
2 St Paul’s Church cares – If you have cancer or if you are a survivor of the dreaded big C and you wish to join a new support group, please call Bruce Strachan on 082 333 4108. The group meets on the first Saturday of every month at 3pm at St Paul’s United Church, 10 Tehore Street, Mulbarton.
