JANUARY
30 FREE foot screenings available until January 30. All welcome to come in for your free no obligation foot screening by a qualified podiatrist. Podiatrists examine, diagnose, treat and help in the prevention of foot ailments by biomechanical, surgical and other treatment methods. They also help with the management of diabetic foot conditions, and can also treat lower back and heel pain. Contact 076 385 9454 or 084 359 3042 to reserve your space, strictly by appointment.
FEBRUARY
2 MELODY Theatre Productions are looking for voices, in an around Alberton, to sing in a contemporary pop ensemble. Anyone at least 14 years old can visit the following webpage for more details, should you be interested: https://satagroup.wixsite.com/melodyproductions. You can also contact Etienne on 079 173 2421 for more information.
5 IN association with the Cantare Children’s Choir, Dulcet Voices Choir invites children to develop their voices and musicality. Dulcet Voices Choir specifically focuses on children from Grade R to Grade Four, or ages six to 10. Lessons will take place at the Dutch Reformed Church Alberton South, corner of Phantom and Candican streets, Raceview, from 5pm to 6pm. If you’re interested contact 082 257 1407 or cantare@telkomsa.net for more information.
13 THE February meeting for the Probus Club will be held at the Reading Country Club on February 13 from 11am. Probus is a club for retirees and semi-retirees to join together to stimulate thoughts, share interests and participate in activities at a time of life when horizons are narrowing and opportunities to make new friends are limited. The guest speaker will be Freda Garvie, who will be talking about beekeeping. If you would like to join the Probus Club and/or attend the February meeting, feel free to contact Brenda Byars on 073 450 5194.
15 CELTIC Rock features the finest Irish sounds; combining elements of rock, traditional Irish pub songs, as well as folk and pop, all influenced by the exciting country of Ireland. Ireland – the small country off the Western coast of Europe – has succeeded in producing some of the most popular and acclaimed music of recent decades. Celtic Rock features music by U2, Chris De Burgh, Van Morrison, The Commitments, The Corrs, The River Dance and many more. On stage at The Barnyard Theatre Emperors Palace until March 10. For more information and ticket prices contact The Barnyard Theatre Emperors Palace on 011 928 1108.
21 THE i4118 Foundation for at-risk children and teens will be hosting a fund-raiser golf day at Reading Country Club on February 21. Registration and team photos will take place from 10.30am, and the tee-off from 11.20am. There will also be a dinner and awards ceremony from 5pm to thank sponsors. Funds raised on this day will aid i4118 Foundation, with its character building programmes. Sponsorships are most welcome. If you’re interested and for more information about sponsorship opportunities, contact gavin.meyers@i4118.org or call 083 282 2658 as soon as possible.
27 THE Horticultural Society invites you to a talk by Ernst Porter on the Black Eagles of Walter Sisulu Botanic Garden. on February 27 at 9.30am at The Floreum, Jo’burg Botanic Gardens, Olifants Road, North entrance, Emmarentia. Members R20 and visitors welcome at R30 which includes refreshments. For more information contact 082 951 1432.
MARCH
8 STEPPING Stone Hospice is back on track with a movie under the stars event as was promised in December last year when they had to cancel the planned event due to bad weather predictions. Bring your family and friends and enjoy The Greatest Showman at Reading Country Club on March 8 from 5pm. Movie starts at 6.30pm. Tickets are available at R130 per adult and R100 per child (price includes popcorn and a slush puppy). Those people who bought and paid for the show last year, please note your tickets are valid for this show. Please note pancakes and boerewors rolls will be on sale. To book tickets, kindly email Lynette on lynette@steppingstonehospice.co.za or Marietjie on marietjie@steppingstonehospice.co.za
9-10 STRICTLY Broadway is set to blow you away. The show will have you in stitches and tears and promises to leave you breathless and rejuvenated simultaneously – prepare to be amazed. Come and relax and sing along to some of your favourite Broadway songs from West Side Story, The Sound of Music, The Lion King, Camelot, Grease and many more. The event is brought to you by Noteworthy Events and will take place at the Holy Rosary School’s Bishop Shanahan Hall in Edenvale at 3am on March 9 and 10. Tickets cost R235 per person. Contact Lanie Coetzer on 084 940 9001 or visit Computicket for more information.
27 THE Horticultural Society invites you to a talk by SANParks rangers, John and Ella Roberts on South African National Parks on March 27 at 9.30am at The Floreum, Jo’burg Botanic Gardens, Olifants Road, North entrance, Emmarentia. Members R20 and visitors welcome at R30 which includes refreshments. For more information contact 082 951 1432.
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