THURSDAY 7 AUGUST
Strand: Thursday is Pensioners’ Day at SUNSET BOOKS in Beach Road. The day starts with a knitting club knitting or crocheting squares for blankets and prostheses for breast-cancer survivors from 10:00 to 11:00. From 14:30 to 15:30, author Walter Volker will discuss his new book, The owls and shadow war: The inside story of military intelligence in South Africa. Admission to both gatherings is free, but reservations for the Volker talk is necessary on 068 385 2563.
FRIDAY 15 AUGUST
Somerset West: Laureus Sport for Good ambassador Grant Lottering, who survived a near-fatal crash in the Italian Alps before conquering 1 000 km of solo cycling through the French Alps, will inspire Helderberg business owners and entrepreneurs with his story of resilience and practical insights on overcoming adversity in business and life. “From Death to the Top of the Alps – Grant Lottering Live in the Helderberg” is presented by the HELDERBERG SAKEKAMER at Erinvale Estate Hotel and Spa from 07:30 to 10:00. Tickets from R350 are available online via Quicket.
SATURDAY 16 TO SUNDAY 24 AUGUST
Helderberg: The third annual INDIE AUTHORS RISE UP: FRINGE FIRESIDE CHATS book festival will be held at various venues in Gordon’s Bay, Somerset West and Strand. There will be enriching sessions with writing mentors, candid insights from experienced authors, legal guidance for writers, artists and other creatives, and a hands-on workshop unpacking AI’s role in the world of writing. More than 40 talented independent authors and self-publishing service providers will be part of the event. Whether you’re a fan of fiction, poetry or non-fiction, there’s something for everyone. Most tickets cost R60 each and includes a glass of wine, while others offer free admission. Visit www.indieauthorsriseup.co.za for more information and the full programme.
WEDNESDAY 20 AUGUST
Somerset West: HELDERBERG HOSPICE holds its annual general meeting via Zoom at 12:00. The meeting link and password will be shared to those who confirm attendance by Monday 18 August by calling 021 852 4608 or sending an email to events@helderberghospice.org.za.
THURSDAY 11 SEPTEMBER
Somerset West: MASIKHULE, a local NPO focused on early childhood development (ECD), celebrates its 20th anniversary and invites the community to its annual general meeting from 14:30 to 16:00 at Urban Voice Church. The gathering will share achievements, future plans and express gratitude for community support. It offers ECD services like training, mentorship, early intervention, resources, nutrition programmes and more. RSVP is required by Monday 1 September via email on info@masikhule.org.
