ARE you looking for something to do this weekend? Well, look no further – here’s a list of events happening in Durban and surrounds.
Saturday, July 29
Country Fair
Join in the family fun at the Thomas More College Country Fair at 15 Sykes Road, Kloof, from 08:00 to 15:00. Entrance fee is R30 – for parking. Contact 031 764 8640.
Church jumble sale
The Hillcrest Methodist Church Women’s Auxiliary will host a jumble sale from 07:00 to 11:00 at the church premises. Excellent clothing, white elephant and brick-a-brac will be on sale. All proceeds will go to the mission in the valley.
Beneath the Chords
Get ready for an unforgettable Beneath the Chords evening with legendary frontman Arno Carstens at Talloula! Join us as we embark on a magical musical journey, spanning two decades of Arno’s illustrious career. From the mighty anthems of Springbok Nude Girls to the iconic singles of his solo career, this is a night you won’t want to miss! Save the date for July 29, and prepare to be captivated by Arno’s mesmerising performance. Beneath the Chords is an intimate storytelling evening where musicians share the anecdotes and stories behind their songs. Doors open at 17:30, and the show starts at 19:30. Food orders close at 16:00 on July 27. Book your ticket at Webtickets or Pick ’n Pay early to avoid missing out.
Tuesday, August 1 to Friday, August 4
Careways will hold their annual Second-Chances sale from Tuesday, August 1 to Friday, August 4 at the Kloof Methodist Church Hall, 4 Park Lane. The sale will run from 08:00 to 15:00. This sale is one of Careways’ biggest fundraisers for the year and brings in much-needed funds for both their centres:
Saturday, August 5
In recognition of the importance of music in the development of children, the Playhouse Company wishes to acknowledge and celebrate the wealth of talented young musicians in KwaZulu-Natal, through a showcase of the top-ten school music ensembles on August 5.
School-based music programmes have been breeding grounds for South Africa’s rich musical heritage for decades. Providing pathways for musical careers in the industry, this is also where many of our country’s leading musicians first discovered their love for their craft. All Stars Shine – A Showcase of KZN Schools’ Talent is a celebration of the diversity of musical cultures that South Africa offers. This takes place at The Playhouse Company – Drama Main, 231 Smith St, Durban Central, Durban. The show starts at 14:00, and a ticket costs R50. You can book your ticket here: https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/Event.aspx?itemid=1531855119.
Sunday, August 6
There will be a Sunday afternoon concert at St Agnes Church, Kloof, at 14:30 as Durban City Orchestra (DCO) performs a magnificent programme of Classic and Romantic pieces. The programme will be repeated on Sunday, August 6 at St Thomas Church on the Berea. The orchestra includes two accomplished professional musicians in Charl van der Merwe as resident conductor and Jitske Brien as concertmaster. The programme is comprised of three pieces: Schubert’s Unfinished Symphony, Francois Borne’s Fantaisie Brillante sur Carmen from Georges Bizet’s opera Carmen, and Finlandia by Sibelius. Booking is through Computicket. Tickets cost R150 and R120 for pensioners and students (excluding Computicket surcharge).
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