Discover Springs: A guide to the town’s social calendar

• June 28
• Bhairavi Sungum will host a winter ball to raise funds for a cultural centre they would like to build. The event will be held at Bakerton Community Centre at 18:00. The community is invited to enjoy musical performances and lots of dancing. For more information on entry fees, call Pooversh Pillay on 072 693 7808.

• Springs Girls’ High will host a Community Crochet Circle event in the staff room at 09:00 to make blankets for their Nelson Mandela Blanket Drive. Participants must bring wool, crochet hooks and knitting needles. Club members will be available to assist beginner crocheters. For more information on entry fees and refreshments, call 011 818 5769.

• July 1
The Springs Senior Citizens Club will be holding a Bingo morning at 1a Seventh Street North, Springs CBD at 10:00. Cash prizes will be up for grabs. For more information on the costs and refreshments, call Pauline Houghton on 011 822 0098.

• July 4
The Springs Citizens Club will hold its AGM at 1a Seventh Street North CBD at 13:00. The agenda is available at the centre. For more information, call Pauline Houghton on 011 811 0098.

• July 5
The Faith Over Fear women’s event returns. Bring your family and friends for an experience that will leave you feeling energised and ready to tackle life. The event is at Riverside Country Estate from 08:30 for 09:00. For more information on table bookings, call Martie de Villiers on 082 579 9755.

• July 19
It is that time of the year again for the Vita Nova annual fun walk/run. The lap is 2.5km, and the race has a carnival theme. The event will take place at Vita Nova, 2 Fisheagle Road, Daggafontein. For more information on entry fees, contact the centre on 082 372 8139 or email immelman@eject.co.za

• August 1
Springs Boys’ High School is inviting all past learners, staff, parents, mother’s club and SGB members to enjoy the Old Boys Assembly at the Bob Gouldie Hall at 07:30 . Attendants are required to wear their school blazer where possible. To RSVP for catering and seating, call 011 818 2175.

• August 2
Women of Destiny will host a fundraiser for the Chosen Children’s Home. Attend a transformational one-day experience where women rise and connect. The event is from 11:00 to 15:00 at the Riverside Country Estate. For more information, tickets and table bookings, call Corne Steyn on 061 717 0610 or Yolande Jansen van Vuuren on 060 482 5093.

• 16 Augustus
Hoërskool Hugenote vier hul 85ste bestaansjaar met ‘n spoggerige dinee om 18:00. Die dinee sluit ‘n drie-gang maaltyd in, koffie en tee en gaskunstenaars. Daar sal ook ‘n veiling wees op onderskeie Hugenote memorabilia, en die kleredrag is formeel. ‘n Kontantkroeg sal beskikbaar wees. Vir besprekings, stuur ‘n epos aan hoof@hugies.co.za.

• August 24
Springs Boys High School will host an annual golf day event at Pollak Park Gold Course. The starting time will be communicated in due time. Whether you are a seasoned golfer or a beginner. you are welcome to join. For more information, call 011 818 2175.

General
• Meat World Springs hosts a food market every Saturday from 06:30 to 14:00 and calls on all vendors to apply to participate. Send your name, ID number and the name and a photograph of the food product you wish to sell for consideration to marketing@meatworld.co.za or call 011 815 1494.

• The Springs Farmers’ Market runs every Saturday. Buy fresh, affordable produce, arts and crafts, delicious food and milk. The venue is Den Akker at President’s Park. It runs from 08:00 to 13:00. Stall hire for businesses and farmers is R150. For more information, call Johann Jungbauer on 082 689 0222 or email jungross@mweb.co.za

• Die VLU Springs-tak vergader elke tweede Woensdag van die maand om 14:00 by die AGS Fonteinedal saal in Geduld. Belangstellendes kan Louise Fourie by 083 268 8570 kontak.

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