THURSDAY 26 MARCH
Somerset West: Harvest season at VERGELEGEN ESTATE is drawing to a close, with early indications from the cellar pointing to excellent fruit quality and balanced ripeness. To celebrate this time of abundance, guests are invited to join the winemaking team for a relaxed harvest sundowner from 17:00 to 20:00. The celebration will take place at the estate’s hilltop cellar, renowned for its 360˚views of the vineyards and surrounding Helderberg and Hottentots Holland mountains. Guests will be greeted with bubbly and canapés before enjoying a delicious harvest table, accompanied by live music. Limited tickets cost R950 per person; book at www.vergelegen.co.za.
SATURDAY 28 MARCH
Somerset West: Make the most of the late-summer weather at the COUNTRY CRAFT MARKET at Southey’s Vines from 09:00 to 14:00. The family-friendly market, renowned for the very best in handcraft, art and clothing, offers everything you could want in a tranquil outdoor market. Weary visitors are welcome to take a break in the Country Kitchen, grab a bite to eat, coffee, tea or a craft beer, and relax in the shade. There is plenty of safe parking and well-behaved dogs on leashes are welcome. For more information, call Lesley on 083 590 9197 or send an email to info@countrycraftmarket.org.
Somerset West: ST PAUL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH hosts its book sale from 09:00 to 12:00. With Easter approaching, the sale features a special selection of religious items and icons alongside a renowned collection of quality books. Visitors can enjoy delicious treats, tea or coffee, and even get their car washed while browsing. All proceeds support the church’s charity feeding programme. Card payments are accepted for convenience. To donate books or for further details, call Carole on 084 299 9023.
MAANDAG 30 MAART
Strand: Die CHRISTELIKE AFHANKLIKHEIDSDIENS, of Christians Against Drugs (CAD), nooi mense wat probleme met middelafhanklikheid het na hul byeenkoms om 19:00 in die kerksaal van die NG kerk Strand Moedergemeente, op die hoek van Birkenhead- en Faganstraat. Rig alle navrae aan Gerrie by 073 336 3119 of Werner by 082 826 0972.
SATURDAY 4 AND SUNDAY 5 APRIL
Somerset West: Join LOURENSFORD WINE ESTATE for the fun-filled Kiddies’ Easter Hunt. Little adventurers will follow a map, guiding them on a special trail, spotting hidden bunnies and surprises along the way. They will gather stickers or stamps on their map and at the end of the journey, present the completed map at the tasting room where a delightful goodie bag awaits. While the young ones explore, parents can relax and enjoy the estate’s many offerings. Tickets, at R180 per child, can be bought online at https://lourensford.activitar.com/products.
Stellenbosch: MIDDELVLEI WINES holds its Easter Brunch and Easter Egg Hunt from 09:30 to 11:30 on Sunday 5 April, promising a morning of delicious farm-style food, laughter and Easter festivities and delight for all ages. Guests can enjoy a relaxed farm-style brunch, featuring comforting favourites with a playful Easter-inspired twist. The menu includes egg and bacon roosterkoek and hot cross bun jaffles, creating a delicious blend of traditional Easter flavours and nostalgic farm cooking. While adults savour their meal over a glass of Middelvlei wine (or Boeretroos coffee), the morning’s festivities will truly come alive for younger visitors at 10:00, when a lively Easter Egg Hunt will be held followed by the chance to paint Easter eggs and even meet a bunny or two. The lucky boy or girl to find the golden egg will win the chance to host their next birthday party at the estate’s Barn venue. Pre-booking is recommended on 021 883 2565 or info@middelvlei.co.za.
DINSDAG 7 APRIL
Strand: Die HELDERBERG SENIORKLUB kom by die NG kerk Helderberg in Firmountweg byeen. Tee en verversings word om 09:00 voorsien gevolg deur samesang en die program om 09:30. Die gasspreker Elkarien Fourie lewer ‘n praatjie oor China. Haar boek oor China sal teen R175 (kontant) beskikbaar wees. Lede betaal R10 en besoekers R20. Vir navrae, bel Apolonia Maritz by 021 853 7560 of 082 507 7091.
