What’s On in the South

*ART in the Garden is the ideal opportunity for artists to exhibit their work and for art aficionados to see the talent the town holds. It opens on Saturday, June 4, and will be held on the first Saturday of every month at The Art Farm, Plot 56, Klipriver Road, R550, Alewynspoort. Contact 079 208 8716 for more information.

* COUNTRY Crafters will be at the Amcare Winter Market on Ascot Road, Newmarket (behind Lemon Tree Shopping Centre) on Saturday, June 4. More crafters needed. For more information call Marion on 011 902 5674.

*JOHANNESBURG Hiking Club monthly slide show to be held on Tuesday, June 14, at 19:30, titled ‘Ruwenzori’s – the Cinderella of Africa’s Three Equatorial Mountains’ by Dawid de Wet. The Mountains of the Moon lie on the border between Uganda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo and straddles the Equator. The Ruwenzori’s is the least hiked of the East African mountains and pollution and traffic is less of a problem. Combine the climb with a safari in Uganda (mountain gorillas, chimpanzees, tree-climbing lions and the Nile River). Greenside Primary School. R25 includes refreshments. For further info contact 078 885 6505.

*HORTICULTURAL Society meetings to be held on Wednesdays as follows: June 8 – ‘Show Gardens: A Journey Into Innovation’ by Mike Rickhoff , at Roosevelt Park Recreation Centre, Preller Drive, Roosevelt Park, at 19:30. June 22 – ‘Venomous Creatures’ by Johnathan Leeming, at The Floreum, Johannesburg Botanical Gardens, Olifants Road, at 09:30. July 13 – ‘Spiders’ by Astri Leroy, at Roosevelt Park Recreation Centre, Preller Drive, Roosevelt Park, at 19:30. July 27 – ‘Sundials’ by Gary Els, The Floreum, Johannesburg Botanical Gardens, Olifants Road, Emmarentia, at 09:30. August 10 – ‘Molerats’ by Marcus Byrne at the Roosevelt Park Recreation Centre, Preller Drive, Roosevelt Park, at 19:30. August 24 – ‘Culture and Ritual’ by Barbara Shaw at Melville Koppies. The Floreum, Johannesburg Botanical Gardens, Olifants Road, Emmarentia, at 09:30. Visitors R30, members R20. Call 082 951 1432 for more information.

*CREATE your own canvas masterpiece in two hours. Bring a friend and receive step-by-step instructions in a vibey restaurant atmosphere while enjoying your favourite drink. No experience necessary and no under 18’s. The next event will be on June 1 at Paulitos Restaurant, Alberton. For more information call Margie on 083 473 3695 or for bookings email bookings@paintontap.co.za.

*LIDO Hotel will be hosting a night market on Saturdays June 3, July 1 and August 5. With a live band and food stalls, entry is free and offers crafts and arts, gourmet food stalls, winter banquet under roof and a cash bar. The night market will be held at Plot 17 in Johannesburg Road, R82, Eikenhof. Not forgetting Father’s Day: Lido Hotel will be having a discounted three course buffet. For more information visit www.lidohotel.co.za or email info@lidohotel.co.za or call 082 349 9924.

*EVENTS at Mellville Koppies. Donation: R50 adults, R20 children (must be six years and older). No dogs. June 5: Guided walk starting 14:00 sharp. Park at Marks Park, Judith Road, Emmarentia. Then walk across Judith to the Koppies’ main entrance directly opposite the car park. June 12: Three-koppie hike starting 08:30 from Melville Koppies Central. Park, pay and meet in the upper parking area at Marks Park, Judith Road, Emmarentia, directly opposite the Koppies’ main entrance. June 19: Guided walk on Melville Koppies Central starting 08:30. Park at Marks Park, Judith Road, Emmarentia. Then walk across Judith to the Koppies’ main entrance directly opposite the car park. June 26: Three-koppie hike starting 08:30 from Melville Koppies Central. Park, pay and meet in the upper parking area at Marks Park, Judith Road, Emmarentia, directly opposite the Koppies’ main entrance. Phone Wendy on 011 482 4797 or visit www.mk.org.za for more information.

*SOUTH Africa Military History Society. The meeting planned for June 9 will be held in the Auditorium of the Museum of Military History, Erlswold Way, Saxonwold (next to the zoo) at 20:00. The SA Military History Society holds meetings with lectures on the second Thursday of each month, with a wide variety of topics on military historical interest discussed. Visitors are charged R30 per person, which includes tea or coffee after the lecture. For more information, call the SA National Museum of Military History on (011) 646-5513, or e-mail scribe@samilitaryhistory.org.

*A NEW Christian primary school will be opening its doors in 2017 in Brackenhurst. Enrolments for Grade R, One and Two open at Revival City College, 120A McBride Street, Brackenhurst. The school will also host its open day on June 11 at 09:00. Contact Karen van den Oever on 084 719 8112 or e-mail info@revivalcitycollege.co.za.

*POISE Academy presents continuous classes covering the basics of modelling, television presenting, image management, skincare and make-up, health and fitness and social etiquette. Classes will be held on the second and fourth Saturday of every month until October 28, from 12:00 to 15:00, at the Rietvlei Zoo Farm Training Centre. For more information contact Khuitso Rochell Kangudia on 071 679 5984 or 082 522 3891.

*THE Art Farm at plot 56, Klipriver Road, R550, Alewynspoort, consists of creative spaces for artists to exhibit their talents. It is a place where families and friends can unwind at the restaurant or coffee shop while the kids enjoy the amazing play area, feed the animals or enjoy a seed-planting experience in the gardens. The display of visual arts, pottery and crafts in the art stalls can be viewed while enjoying their boutique wines, craft beers, fine foods and freshly baked delicacies from the bakery. The vintage hall and rustic bar creates a unique experience for weddings, conferences, workshops, parties and exhibitions. The coffee shop is open every Thursday – Sunday from 07:00 – 17:00, the restaurant every Thursday – Saturday from 12:00 – 22:00 and Sunday 12:00 – 17:00, the craft stalls open on Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 – 17:00 and the farmer’s crafters market every Saturday from 09:00 -14:00. Contact 079 208 8716 or bookings@the-artfarm.co.za or visit www.the-artfarm.co.za or visit their Facebook page (www.facebook.com/theartfarm1/).

*MARKET @ 84 is a new market in the Walkerville area. This is not a “farmers” market but rather a fresh produce and crafters market. Only the best fresh produce and handmade/homemade crafts on offer. Market @ 84 is open every Saturday from 9am till 2pm. Market @ 84 is on the lawns of 84 On Main shopping centre. Stalls fees R50 per stall. Entry to visitors is free. There is also a children’s play area. Come and enjoy shopping at its best. Contact Ariel on 078 223 9238 or marketat84@gmail.com for more information.

*CHOIR members are urgently needed for a multi-denominational choir called “Under His Wings”, under the leadership of Claude Weeder. The choir practises every Monday evening from 19:30 to 21:00, at the Brackendowns Baptist Church, in Kariba Street, Brackendowns. No previous experience is necessary, but simply a love for singing and a wish to pass on the gospel message. Call Claude on 083 481 5851 on Tuesdays to Fridays between 18:00 and 20:00 or email to claudeweeder23@gmail.com

*CELEBRATE Recovery – Join us at Rosettenville Baptist Church, 8 Albert St, Townsview on Thursday nights at 18:45 for fellowship in the Upstairs Hall, followed by a teaching at 19:15, and then ending in men’s or women’s small group discussion at 19:45. The goal is to become Christ-like in character. No sign ups or reservation are necessary to participate, and you do not need to be a member of the Church to attend. Just come as you are. For more information, call Darryl on 011 435 3839.

*WANT to play as your favourite “Star Wars” character or Marvel hero? Join us any time on Saturday from 10:00 to 17:00 to play a demo game of “Star Wars” X-Wing Miniatures or Marvel Dice Masters at 33 Chrissie Street, Brackenhurst. For more info, contact Adrian on 082 820 6995.

*HAPPY Hobblers social hiking group for active over 50-year-olds at Rietvlei Zoo Farm. Stay for coffee afterwards and make some new friends. Contact Harry on 082 414 4469 for more information.

*RIETVLEI Parkrun 5km walk/run every Saturday at 08:00 and it’s free. All ages welcome. Dogs on leads also welcome. Register on www.parkrun.co.za and download your barcode – it’s free.

*VISIT the Southern Suburbs Camera Club. The club meets every second Thursday of every month at the Glenvista Country Club at 18:30 for 19:00. For more information, contact Karen on 083 259 0009.

*CALLING all music lovers and singers who want to join a baroque choir. Auditions are starting from 1 March at 16:00. Please call 074 072 5815 to arrange an audition.

*CHRISTIAN Book Club meets every first Saturday of the month, at 13:30, at Shatopia, 56 Hennie Alberts Street, Brackenhurst, and Alberton. Please bring a book with your refreshments and money for tea, etc. For more info, phone 079 072 5424.

*PEOPLE of the South are invited to Celebrate Recovery, a recovery programme. It is a safe place to heal from hurts, hang-ups and chemical, gambling or sexual addictions. Gender and age sensitive and confidentiality and anonymity are respected. It also helps to reduce depression, domestic violence, child abuse, crime and suicide. For more info, phone Myrtle on 061 297 6166 or Randy on 081 505 6686.

*PANORAMA Flea Market, Kliprivier Drive, Mulbarton (behind Pick n Pay Shopping Centre). Tel: 011 682 2222. Beer garden with big screen TV, children’s play centre, live entertainment every trading day, almost 400 stalls to shop at. Come visit our market for a fun-filled day for the entire family.

*WELLNESS Wednesdays. Pay what you can on Wednesdays. Centesimal Wellness offers members of the community a Pay What You Can Afford project to anyone who can benefit from receiving professional homoeopathic care. For example, if you can only afford R100 then that is what you pay. This includes a homeopathic consultation and tailor-made homeopathic remedies. Appointments can be made every Wednesday between 09:00 and 15:00. Phone and please quote “Wellness Wednesdays” when scheduling a booking, 011 869 1355. Centesimal Wellness, 99 Michelle Avenue, Randhart, Alberton.

*COME and learn ceramic painting in Glenanda. You can creatively decorate beautiful platters for wedding, birthday and Christmas presents. Classes held on Saturday afternoons. For more info, phone 011 682 3889.

*TOUGH Love Mondeor Support Group is for families being torn apart by unacceptable behaviour, including drug, alcohol, and substance, verbal or physical abuse. The group meets on Saturdays, 09:00 to 11:00. Call Sheralee on 083 266 0937 for more information.

*WALKERVILLE Farmers’ Market is open every Saturday from 09:00 to 15:00. In addition to our usual extensive range of home-made cakes, jams, handmade mosaics, home accessories, pet accessories, plants, fresh vegetables and honey, we have a free honesty library, pony rides, face painting and much more. Delicious meals are available from our food court outlets. Credit card facilities, free entrance and free parking are available. Find us at 112 Main Street Walkerville (on the R82 between Southgate and Vereeniging, just off the four-way stop in Walkerville). For more information, contact Gail on gail@wfmarket.co.za or phone 079 076 7680.

*DO you want to become a Freemason, one of the world’s oldest societies of men? It’s great fun, it’s great enjoyment, it’s great satisfaction. Freemasonry is not a religion or secret society. It is a society of good and true men with high ethical standards and morals. Friendship and trust of the highest standard is the key. Find out more. Contact teleland@worldonline.co.za.

*TOUGH Love Robertsham is a support group for families being torn apart by unacceptable behaviour, namely drugs, alcohol, substance, verbal or physical abuse. Meet on Thursdays, in the Scout Hall, 6 Harry Street, 19:00 to 21:00. More info call Jo-Ann 084 424 9117 or Sheralee 083 266 0937.

*WOULD you like to play contract bridge in a congenial environment? Mondeor Bridge Club meets every Thursday evening at 19:15 in the community hall of the Glenzicht Retirement Village, corner East and Victoria streets, Linmeyer. While some experience is useful, you do not have to be an Omar Sharif. If you are interested, please do not hesitate to phone Anne du Plessis on 011 682 2368 or 083 252 1882, or Wim van Gils on 011 907 5094 or 082 952 7459.

*KLIPRIVIERSBERG Nature Reserve Association. For all walks meet at Entrance Precinct, Peggy Vera Road, Kibler Park. For more info, phone Kevin Lavery on 083 267 3494 (bird walks), Ann Norton on 076 583 7946 (Saturday stroll and midweek walk). General information on 084 804 4073. All guided walks last about three hours. Wear good walking shoes, a hat and sunblock and bring water and snacks. Binoculars are recommended for bird walks.