BRONWYN TANNER – Tuning In: Not all of our heroes wear capes

Viv Sandwith of Tidy Towns Pennington sent the following: Not all heroes wear capes and they need to be saluted. In the last few weeks, we have witnessed heroic acts (big and small) from several of our guardian angels, who went above and beyond the call of duty.

Last week a car was stolen from Cherry Lane, where the parking was full. Goodman, the weekend car guard, had noticed a car with two guys drive down Cherry Lane, come back and park on the pavement. By the time he’d crossed road to them, a red Toyota drove past, which he recognised as a customer’s. He immediately alerted the owners. The car was recovered at Park Rynie beach. Thanks to Goodman for being so alert and raising the alarm!

The week before, our lifeguards assisted residents to find their stolen goods on the railway line, after a home robbery.

We also thank both Gladiator, PCW and the Saps reservist, whose joint swift action resulted in the successful retrieval of the goods in both situations.

This weekend, I was sent photos of our lifeguards cleaning up the picnic site early in the morning – not part of their duties at all. So grateful.

Thanks also to car guard Solomon who was seen lovingly looking after a customer’s dogs for a few minutes while she ran in to collect something. We are blessed to have these guardian angels looking after us.

All the car guards in Pennington work on a volunteer basis. They are not employed by anybody. They rely solely on your generosity to make a living. Make a point of looking after them as well.

Tidy Towns provides all six ‘official’ car guards with high visibility vests and caps, so everyone can identify the authorised car guards. We protect their jobs from other opportunists.

Tidy Towns also provides all car guards with a monthly voucher to say thank you for their service and dedication, so they can buy a good meal at month-end.

Thanks to all other individuals who assist our local heroes.

There is an orchid meeting at Relton Hall, Pennington on April 18, from 14:00 to 16:00. Entrance fee R20. Bring your own cup and plate.

Also on April 18, Pennington Ski Boat Club is the place to be at 17:30 – in conversation with two authors – Tony Park and Marina Auer. Both authors will have books on sale. At the event, as a fundraiser, Tidy Towns will be auctioning a bumper book lover’s hamper full of reading goodies. The ski boat club has sponsored a lucky draw using your ticket number. Enjoy a delicious meal for R125 per person – lasagne and salad or chicken curry and rice. For more information, contact 078 2933148. Bookings essential.

Pennington Conservancy is proud to announce that Nibs van der Spuy will be playing at Relton Hall, Pennington on Sunday, April 19, from 12:00. The music starts at 13:00. Booking is essential. Contact: 061 1009911. Bring tables and chairs, picnic baskets and good vibes! The cost is R175 per person.

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