What’s on in your area?
Make sure you diarise these events for some great family outings
FEBRUARY
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.
26 The Horticultural Society invites you to a talk by Marian Laserson on Progress in the Rehabilitation of Paterson Park and Reinstatement of the River at Roosevelt Park Recreation Centre, Preller Drive, Roosevelt Park on February 26 at 9.30am. Members R20 and visitors R30 which includes refreshments. Phone 082 951 1432 for details.
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 on 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 Join a 4km guided walk (takes three hours) on Melville Koppies and learn about who used to live there; enjoy the peace and be surprised at the ways in which animals and plants interact with each other. Hike starts at 3pm sharp. Adults R80 and children R40. For details visit www.mk.org.za or phone 011 482 4797.
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 from 5pm at Reading Country Club, 40 Fore Street, New Redruth. Bring along your picnic blankets and chairs. Popcorn, pancakes, boerie roll 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.
25 The Horticultural Society invites you to a talk by Allan Abel on cultivating orchids at Roosevelt Park Recreation Centre, Preller Drive, Roosevelt Park at 9.30am on March 25. Members R20 and visitors R30 which includes refreshments. Phone 082 951 1432 for details.
29 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.
