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Happenings: Your ultimate guide to what’s happening in Brakpan

If you have an event planned, submit it for inclusion in the Happenings column.

  • 27 Junie
    Die Warm Winter Mark vind plaas op die hoek van Dirk van der Hof en Colliery strate, by die Hervormde kerk Brakpan, bekend as die blou kerk. Daar sal plaaslike uitstallers wees met handgemaakte items, eet- en drinkgoed, ‘n tombola en ‘n gelukkige trekking. Vir meer inligting, skakel 083 206 3533.
  • June 28
    Join the Just Wheels Club for the ultimate Subaru Day from 09:00. Car enthusiasts and visitors can look forward to an exciting showcase of cars, along with food stalls, children’s entertainment and a flea market. Visitors are encouraged to bring donations of dog and cat food in support of the local SPCA. The Just Wheels Club is located at 169 Kitzinger Avenue in Dalview.
  • July 3
    Business owners are invited to a business expo organised by Connection Hub. The expo will be held at the Brakpan Rugby Club. For more information or to book a stand, contact Mientjie Kleinhans on 082 655 1201.
  • July 4
    Ladies are invited to a fun-filled line dancing fundraiser at State Mines Country Club. The event starts at 17:00 (guests may arrive from
    16:30) and aims to raise funds for 10-year-old Karlien Roets’ medical and nursing expenses. Karlien suffered a traumatic brain injury following an
    accident at her Brakpan home in August 2018. Bookings are essential and close on June 30. To book, contact Karin Roets on 074 963 8955.
  • July 10
    A thrifting sale featuring clothing and household goods will be held at the NG Kerk Brakpan-Oos, 79 Boundary Road, from 08:00 to 13:00, with a mystery discount on offer. For more information, contact Hester Bosch on 083 307 0649 or Ellie Mynhardt on 074 086 3090.
  • 23 Julie
    Die NG Kerk Brakpan-Noord Gemeente bied ‘n gholfdag aan om 11:00 by die State Mines Gholfklub. Belangstellendes word uitgenooi om in te skryf deur 067 704 3439 te skakel. Persone wat belangstel om die dag op een of ander wyse te borg kan 082 373 4983 skakel.
  • July 25
    San Michele Home for disabled adults will host its third annual Mr and Mrs Mental Wellness Pageant at the home, situated on the corner of Hannes Visagie and Mouton Streets, Withok. The pageant starts at 10:00 and will feature participants from Phiri Special School, Vita Nova and Sunfield Home Howick. For more information, contact Jenny van Graan on 082 399 6893.
  • 24 Oktober
    Die Hoër Meisieskool Stoffberg se matriekulante van 1976 beplan hul 50 jaar reünie.Persone wat meer inligting verlang kan hul kontakbsonderhede na die volende nommer stuur. 082 335 7352 of 072 119 9689.

General

  • The Golden Oldies Social Club meets every Thursday from 08:30 to 11:30 at the Brakpan Methodist Church, corner of Park Street and Northdene Avenue. Open to anyone over 55 with spare time. The club does various crafts, plays board games and is planning a breakfast outing this year. For more information, contact Ursula Edwards on 082 491 6217.
  • Brakpan parkrun is open every Saturday at 07:50 at the Brakpan Sports Centre (opposite the library). Runners, walkers and volunteers are welcome. It is free; bring your running tag/barcode. You run, walk or jog at your own pace.
  • Die Brakpan-tak van die Vroue Landbou-unie vergader elke tweede Dinsdag van die maand om 10:00 by die Just Wheels Motorklub-klubhuis, Kitzingerlaan 169. Belangstellendes kan Elsabe Grobler by 082 891 4514 kontak.
  • A second-hand clothing sale takes place on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 08:00 to 11:30 at the NG Kerk Brakpan-Oos, corner of Boundary Road and High Street. Get good-quality clothing at discount prices. Call Hester Bosch on 083 307 0649.

If you have an event planned, submit it for inclusion in the Happenings column. Events included in this section are at the editor’s discretion.

The deadline for submission of entertainment events is 11:00 on Monday. Email details to thelma@caxton.co.za

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Thelma Koorts

Thelma Koorts is an editor with a passion for delivering high-quality editorial services that meet the evolving needs of readers and clients. She currently serves as the editor for the Brakpan Herald, Springs Advertiser, African Reporter, and Heidelberg Nigel Heraut. With over 30 years of experience in journalism, her goal is to keep readers informed and updated through informative news from the community to the community.

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