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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

  • 24 Oktober
    Die Hoër Meisieskool Stoffberg se matrikulante van 1976 hou hul 50 jaar reünie. Persone wat meer inligting verlang kan hul kontakbesonderhede na die volgende nommer stuur. 082 335 7352 of 072 119 9689.
  • Oktober 25
    The Just Wheels Club is hosting an open 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.
  • October 31
    Get ready for a spooky night market at Cosy Corner to the benefit of Paws 4 U from 17:00 to 22:00. A best dressed competition will ensure entertaining costumes, and stalls are still available. For more information, contact 076 838 1242.
  • November 5
    Juava Pet Food, in partnership with Sweet Basil Catering, is hosting a golf day in support of Tweedy Park Old Age Home to raise funds for a much-needed security upgrade. Registration starts at 10:00, with the shotgun starting at 11:15, in a better-ball scramble format. A four-ball includes two golf carts, goodie bags, prize-giving and dinner. There is also an option to sponsor a hole. For more information, call 078 587 7525.
  • November 7
    Starz’s Fashion Design & Boutique and Pam Golding Properties in Dalview is holding a community market for a good cause on the Pam Golding premises from 8:00 to 13:00. Limited stalls are still available, and proceeds go towards the community. To book your stall or enquire, contact Suzette Binneman on 061 346 0394.
  • 27 November
    Pieter Koen tree by die NG Gemeente, Brakpan-Noord op. Die deure open om 18:30 en kos sal te koop wees vanaf 17:30. Kaartjies is beskikbaar by die kerkkantoor of skakel 011 740 2241.
  • 28 November
    Join the GPK Church situated along Jim Vining Street, Minnebron for a fun-filled water fun day from 09:00 to 15:00, at R50 per person.
  • Muriel Brand School will host a Christmas Market from 09:30 to 18:00. Visitors can browse crafts, handmade goods and unique gifts, enjoy food and treats, and support the school. Stall bookings are open at R200 without electricity or R250 with electricity. Contact Zest on 067 329 1722.
  • 29 November
  • Die NG Kerk, Brakpan-Noord Gemeente bied ‘n Kerssangdiens aan saam met Rudi Muller om 18:00. Kollekte sal opgeneem word.
  • December 5
    The East Rand Children’s Haven is hosting a summer village market from 09:00 to 15:00 at 5 Muriel Brand Street with loads of entertainment and shopping on offer. Vendors can call 078 899 5877 to book a stall.

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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