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SEPTEMBER

1 AANDAG alle 1968 matrikulante van Hoërskool Alberton. Die 50ste reünie word op 1 September by Rietvlei Zoo Farm se Pony Lapa gehou. Dit sal ’n bring-en-braai wees en pap, brood en sous sal voorsien word. Die alumni kom eers die oggend 9vm by die skool bymekaar om nostalgie te deel. Alle 1968 matrikulante is welkom. Vir meer inligting kontak Eugene Bezuidenhout op 082 461 5066 of eugene@absolutelywater.co.za of Peet van den Heever op 082 939 1615 of patvdh@nashuaisp.co.za.

1 IT is The Art Farm’s big birthday bash – come along on September 1 and make yourself ready for loads of fun. For more information or bookings contact 079 208 8716 or bookings@the-artfarm.co.za Plot 56, Klipriver Road, R550, Alewynspoort.

1 ALCOHOLICS Anonymous will be hosting their annual rally – Acceptance – on September 1 at Central Methodist Church, 26 Nuyan Street, Benoni. Registration from 8am with an entrance fee of R40 charged for AA and Al-Anon members. Visitors enter free of charge. A light meal and tea included. For more information contact 011 421 1784.

NEW 2 GERMAN car show at the rooftop parking at The Glen Shopping Centre on Sunday, September 2 from 10am to 6pm. Boasting the hottest rides, events, car clubs and demonstrations as well as delicious food and entertainment for the whole family.

7 THE 2018 Ekurhuleni Arts and Wine Festival is returning to the gardens of Protea Hotel by Marriott, OR Tambo on September 7 and 8. This annual event promises to be a spectacular gathering for arts and craft lovers as well as food and wine connoisseurs. This year’s festival promises to be nothing short of amazing with a new twist giving local residents an opportunity to showcase and sell their amazing work, from beaded work to art. Tickets are available at www.computicket.com from R150 general and R450 per VIP ticket which includes a finger lunch, branded glass and a bottle of wine. Follow us on Facebook @ekurhuleniartsandwinefestival, Instagram @artsandwinefest2018 for updates.

8 BRING the little ones along to The Art Farm’s Plant Day on September 8 and let them have fun digging in the garden and helping to beautify the Art Garden. There will be two sessions with the first from 10am to 11am, and the second from 2pm to 3pm. For more information or bookings contact 079 208 8716 or bookings@the-artfarm.co.za Plot 56, Klipriver Road, R550, Alewynspoort.

11 Free Demo Zumba class at Vitality Medical Centre. 184 Columbine Avenue, Mondeor. Secure parking. Come to lose weight and have fun. Come to sculpt your summer body. Qualified instructor. Every Tuesday and Thursday at 7pm. To claim your free class, call Lameez on 078 692 3953.

NEW 12 THE Spring meeting for the Probus Club will be held at Rietvlei Zoo Farm on September 12 at 11am. Guest speaker Anton Bloem will be talking about biokinetics and the benefits it offers to men and women. Probus is a club for retirees and semi-retirees to join together to stimulate thought, interest and participation in activities at a time of life when horizons are narrowing and opportunities to make new friends is limited. If you would like to join the club and/or attend the Spring meeting, feel free to contact Ken Mutch on 083 276 2351.

15 FILM frenzy hits The Art Farm on September 15. Bring the family along and enjoy the acts of stunt people during the day and stay a little longer for a film and picnic later in the evening. For more information or bookings contact 079 208 8716 or bookings@the-artfarm.co.za Plot 56, Klipriver Road, R550, Alewynspoort.

22 GOOD old traditional boeresport and loads of fun awaits the little ones (and of course older children) at The Art Farm on September 22. The fun begins at 10am and will last until about 1pm. For more information or bookings contact 079 208 8716 or bookings@the-artfarm.co.za Plot 56, Klipriver Road, R550, Alewynspoort.

25 DIT is tyd vir die manne om heerlik saam te kuier tydens Hoërskool Marais Viljoen se manne-aand op 25 September vanaf 6nm tot 11nm met bekendes soos Schalk Bezuidenhout en Altus Theart. Een van die gunstelinge is Altus se vertoning Hoe ’n man se kop werk. Kostes beloop R5 000 per tafel met plek vir 10 manne. Vir meer inligting, kontak die skool op 011 907 9013.

NEW 28-29 IF you are a parent looking for a one-stop destination where you can find everything for your kids, then you won’t want to miss out on the Everything Kids Expo at The Glen Shopping Centre from September 28 to September 30. From schools to clothing and educational toys to the cutest furniture, even some new futuristic items. With an exhibition, entertainment, live shows, good food, crafters market, prizes and surprises – this is one unforgettable weekend the whole family will enjoy and loads of prizes to be won. Entrance is only R40 for an adult (children over 12 years) and free for children under 12. Weekend passes are also available online with an over 60 per cent discount. For more information visit www.everythingXexpo.com or email info@everythingXexpo.com or phone 082 558 0511 or 071 671 2539.

29 IT is time for the kiddies tractor track at The Art Farm. Come on board the kiddies’ tractor and take a ride through the petting zoo. The kiddies’ tractor will depart for the petting zoo at 10am, 10.30am, 11am, 11.30am, noon and 1pm. For more information or bookings contact 079 208 8716 or bookings@the-artfarm.co.za Plot 56, Klipriver Road, R550, Alewynspoort.

30 SHADES of Pink 5km and 19km fun run/walk in aid of Cansa takes place at Rietvlei Zoo Farm on September 30 at 9am. Adults can enter at R120 and children under the age of 12 at R60. Pre-register online at qkt.io.cansashadesofpink or for more information contact Yolandi Jacobs via email: yjacobs@cansa.org.za or 083 937 7187.

OCTOBER

6 BRONZE Benefit Ball in aid of uMephi Children’s Homes across Gauteng at Casa de Madeira on October 6. This is a formal dinner and dance with a three-course meal. Tickets are available at R180 per person. For more information contact Marilie 076 123 1645.

7 THE Benoni High Class of 1970 are invited to attend a reunion on October 7, at Benoni Country Club, from 11.30am. Tickets are per person, and spouses and partners are welcome and guests need to RSVP by September 15. For more information and to RSVP, contact Margeret (Charalambous) Pappas on 079 516 6790 or visit their Facebook page – Benoni High School Matric Class.

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