FEBRUARY
13 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 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.
NEW 17 FOR all those who have wanted or want to have a ride on a 20s Sentinel steam bus, here is your chance. If you belong to a car club, please invite them to join, if you have a classic car, please join, if you just want a great day out, please join, if you have a husband who loves cars, best Valentine’s gift you could give him. Join them for a fun Sunday at the James Hall Museum of Transport on February 17 from 10 am to 4pm. For more information contact Veronica Pienaar on 011 435 9718. Entrance to the museum and all rides are free.
18 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.
20 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.
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.
NEW 24 COME join others for a guided walk through Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve on Sunday, February 24. Meet at 7am for 7.30am at the entrance Precinct, Peggy Vera Road Kiblerpark. Walks starts promptly at 7.30am. Your fitness level will be accommodated. Bring a hat, sunscreen, good walking shoes and water. Please send replies or queries to the KNRA email, klipriviersberg@gmail.com and book your spot! Minimum donation of R20 would be appreciated which can be paid into: Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve Association at Standard Bank, bank code: 006405, cheque account, account number: 201047284. Reference: Name and cell number. Walkers are request to bring cameras for photographs and bags to collect litter on route, we can all make a difference, one step at a time.
NEW 25 FREE foot screening valid until February 25. Podiatrist are highly trained in taking care of the foot, ankle and lower limb. Podiatrists examine, diagnose, treat and help in prevention of foot ailments by biomechanical, surgical and other treatment methods. We also help with the management of diabetic foot conditions,we can also treat lower back and heel pain. For a free foot screening contact 076 385 9454 or 084 359 3042 to reserve your space, strictly by appointment.
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
NEW 2 CALLING on business owners and entrepreneurs to join in a networking opportunity on March 2 at The Art Farm at 8am. Guest speakers for the morning are Albert Marais and Henry Korsten. Albert is an investigator in the Financial Surveillance Department of the South African Reserve Bank and will talk about talk about ‘He is perfect: Don’t hire him – Preventing the hire of Psychopaths’. Henry is a local business owner and currently busy with his master’s degree at Wits Business School and his topic of discussion will be ‘The New Dawn budget and its effect on small to medium businesses’. Limited seats are available at R175 per person and include breakfast. Booking is essential on or before February 26. Contact Carlien on 082 257 1407 for bookings.
2 KOM deel ’n betekenisvolle oggend saam met Donnalee Roberts en gaste waar hulle oor die unieke volheid, uitdagings en avonture van vrouewees deel. Doxa Deo Meyersdal, 10 Greyvillastraat, Meyersdal, bring jou Stroomop Inspirasie op 2 Maart vanaf 10vm tot 12nm. Kom kuier saam met Ivan Botha, Donnalee Roberts and Janie Bay. Kaartjies teen R150 per persoon is beskikbaar by Ivy Sutton – 084 400 1265 of 011 867 5954. Ligte verversings en ’n geskenkie is by die prys ingesluit.
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.
MAY
NEW 2 Support Creative Kidz School’s annual fund-raising golf day on May 2 at Reading Country Club. For more information or to book your four ball, contact Leanda Otto at leanda@creativekidz.org.za
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