Seniors had a fun runway show to show off their hats. Photo: Buhle Matsoele
Springs Senior Citizen Club members hosted their annual Spring Day lunch to welcome the new season on September 4. Attendees enjoyed dance performances, singing, a fun general-knowledge quiz, and delicious food.
Club members and longtime friends Joan Elwell (81) and Sheila Kimble (86) shared their fondness for the annual event.
“I used to come here as a little girl during the Christmas celebrations and now at 86 I get to enjoy the very same place with good friends,” Kimble said.
The club's chairperson, Ronnie Newby and centre manager Pauline Houghton. Photo: Buhle Matsoele
Elwell said she always looks forward to the music and singing, as well as showing off their decorated hats on the runway for the annual best-hat competition.
Showcasing custom runway creations
“It gives them something to look forward to. Making these hats is like a fun goal that they get to share,” said centre manager Pauline Houghton.
The winning ladies, Debbie Grange, Maria Lopes, Lida van Stryp and Tippi de Kock. Photo: Buhle Matsoele
Debbie and Ken Grange rocked their hand-decorated hats. Photo: Buhle Matsoele
Elaine Finke (84). Photo: Buhle Matsoele
Lynette Watson, Lida van Stryp, Steve Glenslor and Carol Dasilva. Photo: Buhle Matsoele
Barbara Auty, Ingrid Botha, Lynn Rolfe and Ann Du Plessis. Photo: Buhle Matsoele
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