What’s happening in and around town?

• 26 Julie: Connie Mulder Sentrum se gewilde bingo-aand in Wilbotsdal

Die Connie Mulder Sentrum se gewilde bingo-aand is hul grootste jaarlikse fondsinsamelingsprojek en sal om 6.30nm by die sentrum plaasvind. Vanjaar se pryse sluit twee bootvaarte, verskeie wegbreke en kleiner pryse in. Daar gaan geen kontantkroeg wees nie, maar R’fonteiners is welkom om hul eie eet- en drinkgoed saam te bring om die aand saam met Connies te geniet. Die aand beloof om propvol pret te wees en dis boonop vir ‘n goeie doel. Vir meer inligting of om kaartjies te koop, skakel gerus vir Gordon Henney by 082 441 6008 of stuur vir hom ‘n epos na ceo@conniecentre.co.za.

• 27 July: Koos Kombuis performs in Krugersdorp

Koos Kombuis will be performing some new songs in between his favourite hits such as Lisa se Klavier, Bicycle Sonder ‘n Slot, and Johnny is nie Dood nie at Barnyard Theatre, Silverstar from 8pm. Tickets: R150 per person. Visit https://www.tsogosun.com/silverstar-casino for more information.

• 27 July: Calling all Super Tigers to a reunion in Greenhills

The Super Tigers Football Academy will be hosting a Super Tigers reunion at the Greenhills Stadium on 27 July. In 2000, Bongani Duiker started the Super Tigers Football Academy. He left the club after six years and rejoined in 2018. He said that he is proud that some Super Tigers players graduated in law, others are in the marketing industry and there are also a few artists and entrepreneurs among them. Now, he wants to reunite them for a day of fun. “I want all the players who played for Super Tigers in the past two decades to come together,” he said. He said that players could bring their families along and that the festivities will start at 10am. For more information, call Bongani on 083 490 2897.

• 27 July: Don’t miss Emerald King and Queen 2019 in West Porges

The 2019 Emerald King and Queen pageant will be in aid of Door of Care and Safety here in Randfontein. The pageant will take place at Hoërskool Jan Viljoen on 27 July and registration starts at 10am. The aim of this annual competition is to help an organisation in the community. This year they will be helping Door of Care and Safety, which is in need of nappies, baby porridge, baby formula, and clothes. Contestants are asked to donate baby products when they submit their entries. Please call 082 550 5919.

• 28 July: Christmas in July at the Rand West SPCA

The Rand West SPCA will be hosting a special Christmas in July Market Day at the end of this month. This special event will take place from 11am to 3pm at the Rand West SPCA on Sunday, 28 July. There will be a variety of stalls – from food to delicious coffee. There will also be entertainment for the little ones, such as face painting and much more. People will also get the opportunity to have a meet and greet with past and present Mr, Miss, and Mrs Randfontein winners. Call 011 412 3114 for more information.

• 28 July: West Side Craft and Food Market in Ruimsig

Join the West Side Craft and Food Market from 10am to 3pm at Ramkiki Country Restaurant and Conference Centre in Ruimsig. There is secure parking, no entrance fee and pets are welcome. Contact Chanelle on 081 500 6884.

• 1 to 7 August: World Breastfeeding Week to be celebrated

World Breastfeeding Week is celebrated annually from 1 to 7 August. During this week, the Department of Health joins the world and organisations such as World Alliance for Breastfeeding Action, the World Health Organization and United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund to encourage breastfeeding and improve the health of babies around the world. “We will be using this time to give information about breastfeeding and promote it as it plays a major role in our survival, especially in children under five,” said Charmaine Raseroka, a dietitian working at the Department of Health in Randfontein. The objectives of World Breastfeeding Week are to emphasise the importance of supporting breastfeeding mothers to improve exclusive and continued breastfeeding, and to highlight the role of family, community health-care workers and the workplace in creating an enabling environment that supports breastfeeding.

• 3 August: Vleisfees in Eland Kleinhoewe

Die Nederduitsch Hervormde Kerk Sionspoort bied op Saterdag, 3 Augustus die heel eerste Vleisfees aan. Die Vleisfees, wat om 10vm by Tuinhekkie gaan afskop, beloof om ‘n egte boere-ervaring te wees. Kunstenaars soos Ampie, Tanya V, Kosie Beukes, Evert Swart, Die Ventertjies en Anton Botha gaan vir ure se vermaak sorg. Daar gaan ook lekker boeresport soos sweepslaan, kettieskiet, volkspele en toutrek wees vir die hele gesin om te geniet. Daar gaan ook gewys word hoe koeie gemelk en skape geskeer word. Na al die opwinding van die boeresport kan R’fonteiners gerus deur die verskeidenheid stalletjies beweeg of aan boerekos smul. Vir meer inligting, skakel gerus 082 364 8576 of stuur ‘n epos na bestel@sionspoortvleis.org.

• 9 August: Totalsports Women’s Race 2019 in Johannesburg

For the first time since the event’s inception in 2001, South Africa’s largest Women’s Day Celebration will be hosted on one day across three major cities (Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban). This year the Totalsports Women’s Race will boast a combined prize purse of R123 600. An annual Women’s Day celebration, the Totalsports Women’s Race encourages athletes to run united in support of PinkDrive because they are #StrongerTogether. For more information on PinkDrive visit https://www.pinkdrive.co.za. For further information or to enter the Totalsports Women’s Race, visit https://www.totalsportswomensrace.com.

• 9 August: Help Connies make this Women’s Day special

The Connie Mulder Centre wishes to make this Women’s Day extra special for their female residents, but they need Randfontein’s help. The centre was founded in 1975 and today they cater to the needs of 195 multi-disabled adults. They have 120 female residents and have big plans for their Women’s Day celebrations on 9 August. “Although our centre is partially state-subsidised, we rely on a number of fundraising events to alleviate the strain on the budget. We also place a lot of emphasis on decorating the venue, arranging for an appropriate guest speaker and showering the female residents with edibles and gifts,” said Gordon Henney, chief executive officer. He said that he is hoping that the community will contribute to this wonderful event by donating edibles. If you can assist in any way, please contact Fransie Hulme or Gordon Henney at the centre on 011 278 9904/ 5 /6 or send an email to info@conniecentre.co.za or ceo@conniecentre.co.za.

• 16 to 18 August: Health and Fitness Expo in Roodepoort

Get back into shape and witness the fitness at the Health and Fitness Expo at Clearwater for one whole weekend. The Expo, which features everything the health and fitness industry has to offer, runs from Friday to Sunday afternoon whilst the annual 10km race and 5km fun run will take place on Saturday, 17 August. Make sure to visit the piazza area after the race, as they will be giving away amazing prizes. Visit the Clearwater Mall Facebook events page for more info.

• 17 August: 10km Race & 5km Fun Run at Clearwater Mall

Enter now for a 10km Race and 5km Fun Run. Enter online at https://entries.timeme.co.za/. Note: Online entries close at midnight on 11 August 2019. Collection of online entries on Friday, 16 August from noon to 7pm in the Piazza. Entries on the day are also available from 5.30am at Entrance 1. Visit the Clearwater Mall Facebook events page for more info.

• 5 October: Second annual Prime Fest in Muldersdrift

Joburg’s summer social calendar just got hotter with the announcement of the return of the annual Prime Fest music and lifestyle festival. The annual family-friendly festival, hosted by Prime Circle and HOT 91.9 FM, returns for its second year at Casalinga in Muldersdrift and will feature a powerhouse line-up of some of South Africa’s brightest and top music acts. The royal flush of SA music giants confirmed to share the stage alongside Prime Circle includes The Parlotones, Just Jinjer, Jack Parow, Freshlyground, Mango Groove, Wonderboom and Shut Up It’s Sunday, with several more acts to be announced. The festival was launched in 2018 following the release of Prime Circle’s album, If You Don’t You Never Will. Visit https://www.primecircleband.com or their social media platforms Facebook: Prime.Circle; Instagram: @Prime_Circle; or Twitter: @Prime_Circle for more information.

• 6 to 11 October: Paw x 4 Namaqua Coastal Trip and fundraiser for the Randwest SPCA

Randwest Nissan is planning a Paw x 4 Namaqua Coastal Trip with 20 vehicles – and 50 per cent of the proceeds will go to the Randwest SPCA. According to Gerda Pieterse of Randwest Nissan they are inviting all 4 x 4 vehicle owners, and all dog lovers and their sociable and disciplined four-legged friends to join this adventure to support the local SPCA. Houthoop, Hondeklipbaai and the beach are just some of the highlights of this trip. Contact Gerda on 082 337 0840 for more information.

What will you be up to this weekend and beyond? Let us know via email at randfonteinherald@caxton.co.za.