What’s on in and around your area

OCTOBER

13 Niche Community Market is a diverse group of creative sellers and food traders. The market is open every Saturday at the Walkerville Showgrounds from 09:00 to 14:00. Stallholders sell products like honey, jams, handmade 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 NicheCommunityMarket.

16 Greet the Sun Walk at Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve. All fitness levels are welcome for this walk. Come and enjoy the great outdoors and appreciate nature and sunrise in the Jewel of the South. Bacon roll and coffee afterwards. Bring water, sunscreen, hat, headlamp or torch and walking stick., wear comfortable shoes and remember your smile.

The cost is R100 per person. Booking is essential through Quicket. Limited numbers can be allowed. Booking closes on October 11 for October 16.

Contact Malcolm 084 435 9150, Christine 082 330 1893 or Andy 081 546 2336 or email:

secretary@klioriviersberg.org.za or WhatsApp 076 320 6151.

NEW 18 Aanhangers van Bok van Blerk kan nou hulle kaartjies vir sy vertoning op 18 en 19 Oktober om 19:00 by New Redruth Dros bespreek. Kaartjies kos R220 per persoon en almal is welkom. Vir meer inligting of om jou kaartjies te bespreek skakel die kantoor by 010 216 9220 of Charles Claassen by 083 300 0172 of Martin by 082 045 7071.

24 Guided walk every fourth Sunday of the month at Kliprivier Nature Reserve. Meet at 07:00 to leave at 07:30 sharp at Precinct Entrance, Peggy Vera Road, at the coffee shop.

All fitness levels are catered for this walk, which takes about three hours. Come and enjoy a healthy outdoor experience appreciation of nature in the Jewel of the South. Bring water, a hat, a walking stick and sunscreen. Make sure to wear comfortable shoes.

Donations used for the upkeep of the reserve are charged at R50 per adult, R30 children and can be paid into their account via EFT, Quicket, Snap Scan.

Account details are Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve Association (KNRA) Standard Bank Southdale 006405, account number 201 047 284.

Contact Pieter on 083 460 4866, Malcolm on 084 435 9150 or Andy on 081 546 2336 or email secretary@klipriviersberg.org.za or WhatsApp 076 320 6151.

NEW 26 Gewilde liedjieskrywer en sanger, Elvis Blue, tree op by die New Redruth Dros op 26 en 26 Oktober om 19:00. Kaartjies kos R200 per persoon Vir meer inligting of om jou kaartjies te bespreek skakel die kantoor by 010 216 9220 of Charles Claassen by 083 300 0172 of Martin Claassen by 082 045 7071.

27 Seniors stroll through Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve on the last Wednesday of every month. Depart at 09:00 for the longer walk and 09:30 for the slower, shorter walk.

Meet at 10:00 at the coffee shop. Remember to bring water, a hat, your sunscreen, walking stick and wear comfortable shoes. Book via WhatsApp 076 320 6151 or contact Christine on 082 330 1893, Andy on 081 546 2336 or email secretary@klipriviersberg.org.za

30 It is all about beer and festivities at Ridge Park Sports Club, George Mann Street, Towerby, on October 30 and 31. With a variety of artists, traditional German food, beer tents, as well as entertainment for the children. This sure is not to be missed. For more information and bookings, contact 011 681 0409.

NEW 31 Visit the Simply Market on October 31 from 09:00 to 15:00 at the upper-level entrance nine at the Mall of the South (next to Rocomamas).

Support local farmers and entrepreneurs. Stock up on farm goodness and visit the new deli with cheeses, cold meats and picnic boxes.

Don’t forget the tummy-friendly artisan bread, baguettes and croissants. Everything you need for a delicious Sunday picnic.

Handcrafted and unique gifts, woodwork, bags and more are included! For more details, send an email to info@icarusmedia.co.za