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.
3 EXPERIENCE nature by joining the guided group tour through Melville Koppies Central of up to 4km (about three hours). Sets off at 3pm sharp. Park in the upper parking area at Marks Park, Judith Road, Emmarentia, and then walk across Judith to our entrance opposite. Children must be over six years old. Sorry, no dogs. Cost is R60 for adults and R40 for children. All donations are used to maintain the Koppies. Call Wendy Carstens 011 482 4797 or visit www.mk.org.za for more information.
4 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, on Mondays from 5pm to 6pm. If you’re interested contact 082 257 1407 or cantare@telkomsa.net for more information.
6 AUDITIONS are now open for aspiring Cantare Children’s Choir members between the ages of nine and 16 years. With its 25th anniversary in 2020, the choir would like to give talented singers the opportunity to participate in an international event in Europe next year. Visit their website for details and application forms. For further information phone 082 257 1407 or visit www.cantare.org.za
13 THE February meeting for the Probus Club will be held at the Reading Country Club 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.
23 DIT is weer tyd vir die Alberton Tuiste vir Bejaardes se kermis by die Tuiste te 70 Petersfieldstraat, Raceview, vanaf 8vm tot 1nm. Kom bederf jou gesin met middagete of sommer lekker wegneemetes vir Saterdagaand. Daar sal kerrie en rys, pannekoek, boereworsrolle, poedings, lekkergoed vir die kleingoed en heerlike tuisgebak te koop wees. Maak ’n draai in die teetuin en stap rustig deur die vlooimark en kom koop na hartelus. Soos altyd is hierdie ’n fondsinsamelingsprojek vir die tuiste.
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 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 3pm. 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, Joburg Botanical Gardens, Olifants Road, north entrance, Emmarentia. Members R20 and visitors welcome at R30 which includes refreshments. For more information contact 082 951 1432.
30 KOM geniet ’n onvergeetlike kuieroggend met vingerete en sang saam met Eloise Saayman en Cathy Viljoen om 10vm by Lions Rest Gastehuis, 6 Andersonlaan , Lambton, Germiston. Vir kostes en besprekings, skakel of WhatsApp Eloise by 079 108 8192.
REGULARS
THE Art Farm is open seven days a week and offers a restaurant, coffee shop, gallery, craft yard, pottery wine tasting, homebrew craft beer and craft yard every Saturday. For more information or bookings contact 079 208 8716 or bookings@the-artfarm.co.za. Plot 56, Klipriver Road, R550, Alewynspoort.
ARE you interested in playing darts? If so join other players from Joburg South at the Kibler Park Recreation Centre in Peggy Vera Street on a Thursday evening for a fun-filled evening. Men and women of all ages are welcome to join. The club is also trying to build a junior side, so bring your young ones with you. Play starts at 8pm until 11pm. Even if you just want to come and feel the vibe you are more than welcome. For more information contact Bradley 071 648 8008.
DO you want to become a Freemason? It’s great fun, it’s enjoyable and it offers great satisfaction. They meet on the fourth Monday of every month at 7.30pm. Freemasonry is not a religion or a secret society but a society of good, true men with high ethical standards and morals. Friendship and trust are highly valued. Contact Bill on 083 377 9919 or email teleland@worldonline.co.za
SUNDAY guided walks take place every fourth Sunday at 8am through the Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve. The cost is R20 per person. Meet at the entrance precinct, Peggy Vera Road. Bookings: leabrash@kolisa.co.za
FARMERS’ Crafter Market with crafts, fresh produce, woodwork, mosaics, décor and much more is held every Saturday from 9am to noon at The Art Farm, Plot 56, Klipriver Road, R550, Alewynspoort. Contact Tanet on 079 208 8716.
RIETVLEI Boeremark. Come and join in every first Saturday of the month from 7am to noon at the Rietvlei Lifestyle Centre, Swartkoppies Road (between Alberton and Liefde en Vrede). For stall bookings contact Anelia on 079 199 8641.
ALBERTON Voortrekkers vergader elke Maandag tussen 4nm en 5nm agter die Stallion vulstasie, Ringpad-Oos, Alberton. Kontak Riana by 083 767 6327 om deel van hierdie groep te word.
ALBERTON Sports Shooting Club. Every Saturday is club day and you’re invited to join other members for a day of shooting. Contact 082 959 9310.
HEADWAY Support Group. The support group is for people with brain injuries and their families. Headway also runs an activity day-care centre. Contact June or Ann on 011 442 5733.
BRANDPUNT Kameraklub. Kom geniet elke eerste Dinsdag van die maand ons kameraklubaand. Dit word om 7.15nm in die Alberton Biblioteek gehou en word in Afrikaans en Engels aangebied. Kontak Theo Landman by 011 898 1357 of 082 462 1682.
RIETVLEI Parkrun is a 5km walk/run every Saturday at 8am, and it’s free. All ages are welcome. Dogs on leads are also welcome. Register on www.parkrun.co.za and download your barcode.
HAPPY Hobblers is a social hiking group for active over 50-year-olds at the Rietvlei Zoo Farm. Stay for coffee afterwards and make some new friends. Contact Harry on 082 414 4469.
TOUGH Love Alberton Support Group offers support for families being torn apart by unacceptable behaviour (drugs, alcohol, substance abuse, verbal or physical abuse) on Tuesdays from 7pm to 9pm. Contact John on 072 341 5455 or Debbie on 082 330 1378.
WALKERVILLE Farmer’s Market is open every Saturday from 9am to 3pm. They have pony rides, face painting, a free honesty library and more, in addition to their usual extensive range of home-made cakes, jams, handmade mosaics, home accessories, pet accessories, plants, fresh vegetables and honey. Delicious meals are available from their various food court outlets, as well as credit card facilities, free entrance and free parking. The market is at 112 Main Street, Walkerville (on the R82 between Southgate and Vereeniging, just off the four-way stop in Walkerville). Email info@wfmarket.co.za
CALLING all older folk to join the Probus Club of Alberton.Come and make new friends, have fun and support one another. Membership is R50 per year. Afrikaans-speaking members are also welcome. Contact Ken on 083 276 2351, Karin on 082 512 2569 or Amy on 082 800 9074.
A STEP-PARENT support group meets on the first and third Saturday of every month from 9am to 11am at St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 4 FH Odendaal Street, Germiston. Contact Alice Swanepoel on 082 541 1667.
PANORAMA Flea Market. Come and take a look at the new stores opening up at the flea market over the next few weeks. The market is situated just off Kliprivier Drive in Mulbarton and is the busiest flea market in the South with almost 400 stalls. Open on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays.
DEALING with the death of a child? Circle of Compassion is a support group for families dealing with this situation. It is a very difficult, long and lonely process for families. You can start the healing process. Contact Madeleine on 076 318 4244.
TOUGHLOVE South Africa, a non-profit organisation, runs a group to support families in the Lenasia community. The meetings are held every Saturday from 9.30am to 11.30am at Thames House, 10 Corobrick Road, Lenasia.
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