Indulge in a variety of things this weekend
NORWOOD – Whether you're going out with the family or your friends, there's everything for everyone.
15 Nov – With Christmas around the corner, you need to try get to every Christmas market available out there. The Greenpark Christmas Market offers bespoke lifestyle products from clothing and accessories to baby essentials and lots more. There will also be a variety of stall holders and a delicious harvest table on offer. Bring the whole family. Support a good cause and take the drive. Greenpark Nursery School. 15 and 16 November. From 9am. R30. Details: www.greenpark.co.za
15 Nov – Take it back in time and enjoy all the sounds of the year at The ‘Sounds’ of Music Concert 2019 to support your local community. Enjoy some singing, dancing and an overall musical evening out with friends and family. Linden Presbyterian Church, 52 5th Avenue. 15 November. 5.30pm. R20. Details: www.pathwaysnurseryschool.co.za
15 Nov – It’s panto season and Jack and the Beanstalk is on the Mandela Stage at the Joburg Theatre. Acclaimed writer, director and South Africa’s queen of pantomime Janice Honeyman will once again tell the story of poor country boy Jack, the family cow, the magic beans, the enormous beanstalk, the unfriendly giant and the enchanted hen that lays the golden eggs. Joburg Theatre. Braamfontein. 15 November. From R275. Details: www.webtickets.co.za.
16 Nov – The Publik Wine Fair is an annual wine-tasting event, where independent South African artisan wine producers showcase their wines in an approachable and unpretentious way. This year, the event takes place at a beautiful venue in Joburg. Victoria Yards. 16 November. 12pm to 5pm. R200. Details: publik.co.za
16 Nov – Get in the groove and enjoy Desmond and the Tutus live at Frank’s this Saturday. Jam it out and have fun in an evening with friends while listening to some cool tunes. Frank’s Wild Years, Norwood. 16 November. 9pm to 12am. R50. Details: 010 040 2539.
16 Nov – Take it easy this weekend and visit the Art Talks at SEED 1. Enjoy presentations by notable artists, learn about their journeys in the art world. Join the conversation and enter the amazing world of art. It’s worth taking the drive. Villa Arcadia, Hollard Campus, Parkwood. 16 November. 10am to 6pm. Free. Details: seed.saffca.com
16 Nov – Sit back and relax with an evening of good food, whisky, wine and meeting new people. One of the go-to events in Norwood, the Jazz and Pairing food evening, is one not to miss. The Factory on Grant, Norwood. 16 November. 6pm to 9pm. Free. Details: www.thefactoryongrant.co.za
17 Nov – Take your girl out on a date or go with a group of friends to a Picnic in our Park. Feast on some homebaked bread, fresh seasonal salads, cheese platters and, of course, dessert. Have fun and eat. It’s worth it. Ten Bompas Hotel. 17 November. 12.30pm to 4.30pm. R275. Details: space@mix.co.za
17 Nov – Have an elegant afternoon out at Champagne Tower Sundays with Simonsig. A five-course brunch will have you snacking on oysters, enjoying a cheese board and something new – Afro-fusion food. An added plus will let you experience the celebrated Simonsig champagne tower. The Factory on Grant, Norwood. 17 November. 10am to 3pm. R485. Details: www.thefactoryongrant.co.za
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