Learn how to braai, take in some poetry or rock out

Open Mic Poetry Night 8 October: When the world says go right we say go left. Rekindle your spirit and share your journey in an entertaining and therapeutic poetry session. If you’ve always been a writer now is your time to shine. Maroc Café, Ferndale on Republic. 7.30pm. R30. Details: www.writersblocinternational.com

Riverstone Village Market Day 12 October: Get in tune with your community for a fun day out. One for the whole family, Riverstone Village brings you a family market afternoon. With crafts, snacks, books and fun treats for sale you won’t be bored. Riverstone Village, North Riding AH, Randburg. 2pm. Free. Details: Ronel 079 104 7492.

Braai and Potjie Masterclass with Jan Braai 12 October: Never doubt chicken again. Join in on the fun with a lesson from the braai master himself, Jan Braai. Enjoy an interactive chicken braai and an added potjie masterclass for all your entertainment needs. Don’t miss the chance to be the braai master of your own family. Spif Chicken Beyers Naudé Drive, Randpark Ridge. 9am to 1pm. Free. Details: 011 794 3039. www.spifchickenbeyersnaude.co.za

Cirque Rock 23 October: Come one, come all and rock all in support of a good cause. A show with high energy and dramatic dance routines will be the treat for the night. Dance to beats from Madonna to Beyonce while even enjoying silk and pole acts, acrobatics and trapeze. All funds raised will support children born with clubfoot and give them the gift of walking. Remember it’s for charity so it’s definitely worth the drive.The Barnyard Theatre Rivonia.. From 6pm. R225. Details: lauren.cox@thecoxfamily.co.za