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• 16 September: The Go West! Festival is a gathering of cultures and traditions that includes the largest event series in the world – The Color Run™. The Go West! Heritage Month is a three-week long experience covering the Cultural Day, Music Festival and internationally acclaimed The Color Run™. This year, The Color Run™ has a brand-new wacky theme: The Superhero Tour. It’s about unleashing everyone’s inner hero. National events coordinator, Trevor Latimer, said participants are encouraged to use The Color Run™ as a platform for good – whether it’s raising awareness for a good cause, raising funds for charity or simply acknowledging that you live with Supermom. Tekkie Tax will have fun with the Color Run™. Be a Superhero, support NG Welfare and protect the vulnerable by getting your pair of funky shoelaces for R35. Use their Coupon Code TekkieTax2017 and get a R30 discount on your registration for the Color Run™. Come and join in the fun in Randfontein! Visit www.tekkietax.org.za for more

• 16 September: Denimfees by Hoërskool Jan Viljoen in West Porges

Hoërskool Jan Viljoen gaan oor ‘n tydperk van twee dae groot makietie hou wanneer die Denimfees plaasvind. Die fees word deur die Woord en Lig Christen Kerk asook ATKV op Jannas se skoolterrein aangebied. Die fees skop die Vrydagaand af met ‘n optrede deur Ampie in die skoolsaal, asook Laerskool Randfontein se skoolkoor. Die Saterdag beloof om propvol vermaak en groot pret te wees. Daar sal stalletjies, sang, pom-poms, ‘n baba- en kleuter-, en potjiekoskompetisies, boeresport en springkastele wees. Die aand word daar ‘n Glitzy-denimmodeparade gehou.

• 16 September: Connie Mulder se Eisteddfod Techno-skouspel in Wilbotsdal

Dis weer amper tyd vir Connie Mulder Sentrum se jaarlikse Eisteddfod Techno en 2017-skouspel. Dit word om 8vm op Saterdag, 16 September in die Bea Botha Saal in Wilbotsdal gehou. Daar gaan ook deelnemers van sentrums soos Die Oord, Irene Homes, Logwood, Sunfield Fortuna en Wes-Randse Vereniging vir Fisies Gestremde Persone wees. Die Eisteddfod is ‘n geleentheid waar gestremdes hul talente op die verhoog ten toon stel. • Navrae: Kontak die kantoor by 011 278 9904/ 5/ 6 of stuur ‘n epos na info@conniecentre.co.za.

• 16 September (SPCA Golf Sponsorship Day at Waterpan Golf Club)

The Westonaria SPCA appeals to the public and companies to keep the local SPCAs running by supporting a SPCA Golf Sponsorship Day at Waterpan Golf Club. The aim is to raise funds for the SPCA Westonaria. They therefore need companies to sponsor a hole as well as other sponsorships. Players with an official handicap are welcome. There will be a shotgun start at 9am. Contact Dirk at the club for bookings on 072 698 9710.

• 28 September: Revue by Laerskool Randfontein

Pak jou soetkysie en reis saam met Laerskool Randfontein vir hul revue op 28 September om 6nm.

• 30 September: Sungate Farms Spring Adventure Run in Elandsvlei

Sungate Farms are celebrating their 22nd birthday with a Spring Adventure Run in aid of charity. The proceeds of the run will be going to the following charities: Cupcakes 4 Kids with cancer, Mablomong Primary School and St Anthony’s Catholic Church. Run or walk 10km for R50 or 5km for R30. Entry to the farm is free for children under 12. Register a team of family and friends or work colleagues and come see how Sungate Farms grow their vegetables. After the walk, browse the flea market, have lunch on our lavender lawn and enjoy the entertainment. An event not to be missed. Follow their Facebook page and Herald adverts for updates on the day’s event. Contact 011 416 6171 or Andre on 082 962 0515 or email them at info@sungatefarms.co.za or ivone@sungatefarms.co.za for more details.

• 25 November: Power of Purple event hosted by Cansa at Hoërskool Riebeeckrand

A Power of Purple event hosted by the Cancer Association of South Africa (Cansa) will be held on Saturday, 25 November at Hoërskool Riebeeckrand. The event, scheduled to take place from 12 noon till 12 midnight, is aimed at raising funds for education, care and support services. Organisers say it is going to be a fun-filled overnight team experience, with food, entertainment, face-painting, a jumping castle and lots of fun for both young and old. • Details: Contact Thea Wille on 072 342 0008 or via email at dwille@cansa.org.za, or Charlene Beukman on 071 679 5485 or via email at charleneb@gkd.co.za.

• 8 October: Randfontein and Westonaria SPCA annual dog walk in Randfontein

This event is a big favourite in the community where dog-lovers and their four-legged children get to have a day out. This 5km walk is for charity. Registration starts at 8am, with the walk kicking-off at 8.30am. Enter and walk your dog and stand a chance to win some great prizes. For more information, contact 011 412 3114.

• 8 October: Free community Health Expo at Cedar Country Lodge in Krugersdorp

Our health is a great concern to all of us. The most common causes of death in industrialised countries are cancer, diabetes and cardiovascular diseases. The impact of these diseases is rising in developing countries. HIV and AIDS have also become a great concern in developing countries, along with depression and anxiety. These diseases and medical problems have a direct effect on quality of life and influence interpersonal relationships. The Seventh-day Adventist Church is launching a free Medical Expo on Sunday, 8 October 2017 from 10am to 2pm at Cedar Country Lodge. The entire community is invited and entrance to the lodge is also free. Health professionals, medical staff, a medical doctor and volunteers will be hosting this event. Eight main factors related to disease prevention and emotional and spiritual life will be promoted, namely: nutrition, exercise, water, sun, temperance, air, rest and trust in divine power. A doctor (specialist), health professionals and volunteers will be available for various free medical tests. For enquiries, please phone Marthinus on 083 371 5567 or Charmain on 083 236 7340.

• 6 October: Round Table Krugersdorp 48 Golf Day fundraiser at Randfontein Golf Club

Round Table Krugersdorp 48 will be having a Golf Day fundraiser for Helmarie Naude, a 5-year-old girl who has spastic cerebral palsy resulting from birth asphyxia. They are raising funds to help her with an operation that she needs to undergo before she turns 7. This operation will be done by Dr Alok Sharma at the NeuroGen Brain and Spine Institute in India. Helmarie also needs speech therapy and Botox treatment for her leg muscles as well as eye tests and spectacles. We are aiming for approximately 120 players, who will be divided into 30 four-balls. If you are interested in supporting the fundraiser in any way, contact Gerhard on 074 204 3484.

• 23 September: The Go West! Music Festival at Coronation Park in Krugersdorp

The Go West! Music Festival is back with a BANG this year! The event takes place at Coronation Park in Mogale City. The sixth annual instalment of this much-loved music event returns to the people of the West Rand, greater Gauteng and the rest of South Africa with nothing but the best Mzansi has to offer. Musicians of all genres will share their magic and showcase their talents, including Nasty C, the multi-award winning hip-hop artist; Sands, Swaziland’s new RnB crooner Amanda Black, Trompies, Robbie Malinga, Musa, Kelly Khumalo, Sipho ‘Hotstix’ Mabuse, Mo Flava, Okmalumkoolkat, Soul Brothers, L’vovo, Nkoh and Bhizer, the Jaziel Brothers, Encore, Dr Malinga and the West Rand’s very own Mafikizolo. Local artists from the West Rand District Municipality will also be given an opportunity to perform alongside South Africa’s best. Festival-goers are encouraged to bring their cooler boxes, umbrellas and camp chairs because this one will be big.

• 30 September: 1 Night Only with Brian Temba at Silverstar in Krugersdorp

Seasoned singer and producer, Brian Temba, will be serenading fans with his much-loved hits and velvet vocals at Silverstar. The award-winning artist and veteran actor has appeared in various South African productions, such as Muvhango, SABC 2’s flagship soapie. With special guest artists Uhuru and Reason, the show is set to be a stunning one-night-only affair with great South African talent. This is definitely not to be missed!

• 30 September to 7 October: Boktown at Silverstar in Krugersdorp

The Springboks continue their series clash with their biggest rivals in the 2017 Castle Lager Rugby Championship. The second series starts in September, against long-time opponents, Australia. Silverstar will be showing the games live on the biggest outdoor screen on the West Rand. Springbok supporters who are not able to attend the games at the stadium can still be part of the front-row action with Boktown at Silverstar. Guests will also enjoy awesome entertainment and great giveaways on the day.

• 30 September: Oppi Plaasmusiekfees by FUNtastic Farm op plaas Blaauwbank in Welverdiend naby Carletonville

Kunstenaars soos Steve Hofmeyr, Charlene Olivier, JP Barnard en Linda Killian sal optree.

• 28 October: Nitro Circus Live at FNB Stadium in Johannesburg

Nitro Circus Live will return to South Africa this summer, with the high-adrenalin tour kicking off in Cape Town on Saturday, 21 October followed by Durban (25 October) and finally Jo’burg on 28 October. The global action-sports phenomenon will bring along an all-new show, filled with unbelievable world firsts, spectacular tricks and mind-blowing stunts. Adding even more to the excitement, action-sports icon Travis Pastrana, who wasn’t able to take part in the 2014 trek, will join this summer’s tour, and will ride in South Africa for the first time.

• 22 August to 8 October (Blame it on The Boogie at the Emperors Palace Barnyard in Kempton Park)

Prepare yourself for the 70s party of the century! Put on your boogie shoes and get ready to be transported to a decade where you danced and partied like there was no tomorrow with songs such as Love Is In The Air, Can’t Take My Eyes Off You, Hot Stuff, Ma Baker, Disco Inferno, Mamma Mia, Kung Fu Fighting, Le Freak, Celebration and Boogie Wonderland, to name but a few!

• 23 August to 8 October (Divas who Rock at the Silverstar Barnyard in Krugersdorp)

Prepare to rock as Silverstar Barnyard presents five of its best female singers in a tribute to the world’s greatest divas over six decades! The 10-piece cast will make your hair stand on end and get you rocking in no time, as they pay tribute to the divas of today, pop divas of the eighties and nineties, disco divas of the seventies and the soul divas of the sixties. Sing along to familiar favourites from the likes of Marilyn Monroe, Whitney Houston, Madonna, Britney Spears, Lady Gaga and Katy Perry, to name just a few!

• 24 August to 8 October (Nineties vs Noughties at the Gold Reef City Barnyard in Johannesburg)

Pop culture is pervasive in our lives today, but when it comes to music – which decade rocked our world the most? The challenge is on! Nineties vs Noughties is a fun look at both decades; a musical roller-coaster of hit songs for the audience. The talented cast revives songs from both decades with two hilarious hosts who are equally fanatical about their favourite era! Sing your heart out to songs from the likes of Mariah Carey, UB 40, Roxette, Kings of Leon, Pink and many more.

• 23 August to 8 October (UK vs USA Top 40 at the Cresta Barnyard in Randburg)

Get ready for the ultimate challenge of the UK vs the USA Top 40 from 60 years of rock’n’roll history. Featuring a 10-piece cast of musicians and singers, this phenomenal show will bring you a variety of hits from both sides of the Atlantic. Expect to rock out to iconic songs from the likes of Madonna, George Michael, Jimi Hendrix, Lionel Richie and so much more!