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Make sure you diarise these events for some great family outings
FEBRUARY
15 Stained glass workshop will take place in the tranquil settings of Henley on Klip. Come and enjoy a morning or afternoon with your friends and learn a little about stained glass work. Workshops last about three to four hours and you will complete a sun catcher which is yours to keep. All tools and materials provided, as well as instruction. Workshops are aimed at people who want to try their hand at stained glass before committing to buying equipment and glass, and to those who only want a little fun. Each workshop takes a minimum of three people and a maximum of six. To book or for more information, contact Sue Webber on 071 873 6317 or email sueandpamsglass@gmail.com or visit suewebbersglass.com or Facebook/Living.Glass
22 Niche Community Market is a diverse group of creative sellers and food traders. The market is open every Saturday at the Walkerville Showgrounds from 9am to 2pm. Stall holders sell products like honey, jams, hand-made natural soaps, plants, fresh produce, aloe creams, cookies and biscuits, biltong, koeksisters, fudge and candy floss as well as a variety of crafted goods. Fresh food vendors include Asian food, boerewors rolls, vetkoek and Indian food. Pop in at the gin bar, enjoy craft beer and ciders and just chill out. The market is pet friendly. For more information, visit the Facebook page https://web.facebook.com/NicheCommunityMarket
23 Simply Fresh Organic Market runs from 10am to 4pm at Mall of the South, Entrance 9, every last Sunday of every month. Look out for organic vegetables, artisan bread, free-range eggs and chicken, cheese, Lindt, cake, gluten-free cake, gourmet coffee, pastries, mocktails, gourmet sauces, smoothies, Mediterranean delicacies, raw honey and unique gifts.
23 Join a three-hour, 8.5km hike across Melville Koppies on February 23 to get fit for 2020. Hikers should be reasonably fit. Walk sets off at 8.30am sharp. Cost is R80 for adults and R40 for children. R40. For more information visit www.mk.org.za or phone 011 482 4797.
29 The Alberton Home for the aged is inviting young and old to a day of fun at their annual Fair on the home, 70 Petersfield Street, Raceview, on February 29 from 8am to 1pm. Spend some time with your family and friends while you enjoy a lovely breakfast and buy curry and rice, pancakes, boerewors rolls, puddings and other tasty home-baked goods to take home. For more information, contact the home on 011 907 8307 / 8.
29 Blue Pea Country Market is open at Rietvlei Zoo Farm every Saturday from 8am to 1pm. Entrance to the market is free. Come and support local farmers, artists, bakers, business owners and chefs, to name a few. Products on offer are raw honey, free-range chicken and eggs, fresh fruit and veggies, organic fertiliser (worm tea), biltong, nuts, yoghurt, olives, feta cheese, pet food and treats, arts and crafts, delicious food stalls, sauces and condiments, baked goods, health and wellness products and various products from local businesses. If you would like to book a stall or give a suggestion of how they can improve their service, please contact Charlene on 072 019 9601 or charlene@bluepea.co.za. If you would like to open a stall, drop them an email at the above email or register directly on their website at https://bluepea.co.za/stallholders.
MARCH
1 Jozi Urban Market is taking place. Stalls include gourmet coffee, craft beer and gin, fine wines, cocktails, exotic multi-cultural food, live music, local fashion and art. This urban attraction is most definitely the best hangout on the first Sunday of every month. Jozi Urban Market is situated on the fifth floor covered car park rooftop of Gold Reef Casino. The market runs from 10am to 3pm, giving you ample time to catch a meal, relax while sipping a craft gin or beer in the chill area, listen to soft live jazz or have family fun in the free Seeff Nerf Battle Zone. There is something for everyone, including car and fitness enthusiasts.
7 Stepping Stone Hospice’s next ‘Movie under the Stars’ evening will see the ever popular 2019 The Lion King as the main attraction! Be sure to book your ticket at R100 per person with children under the age of six entering free. The movie night takes place on March 7 from 5pm at Reading Country Club, 40 Fore Street, New Redruth. Bring along your picnic blankets and chairs. Popcorn, pancakes, boerewors rolls and hamburgers will be on sale. To book your ticket(s), kindly email Marietjie Tame on marietjie@steppingstonehospice.co.za. Tickets will also be on sale at the reception at their In-Patient Unit corner. Ascot and Heidelberg roads, New Market Park, Mondays to Fridays between 9am-5pm.
Bracken Family Fun Day on March 7 from 9am to 2pm at Jackson Dam in Brackenhurst to raise funds for non-profit organisations in the Alberton area. There will be fun things to do for everyone, from a crafters’ market and food, to face painting, children’s fitness gym and more. Bring the whole family and some unwanted items or donations for the less fortunate. Entry is free. For more information, contact Chantelle Habib on 078 492 5216.
