30 October: Celebrate #Victober with Ballito Book Readers at Ekhaya Guest House at 5.30pm. Dive into Victorian classics like Jane Eyre, Dracula and David Copperfield.

31 October: Ballito Writers Group meeting at 10.30am at Ballito Library. Share a brief quote from your favourite author or literary character and feel free to dress in character.

– Passion Paint and Sip – Halloween Van Glow at Conchilla, Ballito. Enjoy an evening of spooky creativity from 6.30pm. Limited seats, R285pp. Call 083 255 5736.

– Enjoy Sundowners on Eat Street at Lifestyle Centre with chilled DJ vibes from 4-6pm by DJ Josh Metcalf.

1 November: Hotshots Nightclub presents Shiv Shuffler & Dhol Army. 7pm. 11 Arbee Drive, Tongaat. Get ready for an unforgettable night of live dhol beats and vibrant energy.

– Catch Brian Patterson at The Market at Lifestyle Centre from 6-9pm.

2 November: Ballito Neighbourhood Watch annual potjie competition at Townsend Park. R50 per ticket gets you a bowl of your favourite potjie – the cheapest lunch in town!

– Annual DubDrive. Join the ultimate drive from Durban North PNP Hyper by the Sea along the M4 to Ballito Odyssey Mall (10am). Judging and scoring for all participants.

– Enjoy a morning at The Market at Lifestyle Centre with Susan Barry on piano. Enjoy Sundowners on Eat Street and chilled DJ vibes from 4-6pm with DJ Royal Love.

3 November – Catch Suits of Armour at The Market at Lifestyle Centre from 12.30pm-3.30pm. Enjoy Quiet Storm on Eat Street at Lifestyle Centre from 1-4pm.

7 November: Swing for Paws at the Umhlali Country Club golf fundraiser with prizes, raffles, food and drinks in aid of Sables Creatures. 11am. Register with Michelle at 083 997 4667.

– Handling stress, burnout and overwhelm during exams talk by Colleen Wilson – Transformation and Wellness Coach on coping strategies. 4pm. R300 (parents), R150 (scholars). Call Caryn at 082 801 8196 or Kathrine at 084 888 0244 to book.

8 November: Hospice fundraising Retro 80s Night at 5.30pm at Spur Stanger in the KwaDukuza Mall. Dress code: 80s smart/casual; R150pp includes meal. Contact Daymian at 066 246 0101.

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