SATURDAY 19 JULY
๏ผSomerset West: The SOMERSET WEST BIRD CLUB invites members and interested residents to join its upcoming birding activities which foster community engagement with nature and promote environmental awareness. A guided outing to Lourensford Estate will be held on 19 July at 07:30. The weekend of 26 and 27 July will feature its Coordinated Avifaunal Roadcount (CAR). August begins with the club’s monthly meeting on Thursday 7 August at Somerset West Library Hall at 19:00, featuring a presentation on “Bird Ringing” by Dieter Oschadleus. A bird watch and count will be held at Paardevlei on Saturday 9 August at 15:00, and a guided outing to Hartenberg Estate on Saturday 16 August at 07:30. Monthly meetings are held on the first Thursday of each month at Somerset West Library hall. For enquiries, phone Bas Kothuis on 082 784 0074.
SATURDAY 26 JULY
๏ผSomerset West: ST PAUL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH in Andries Pretorius Street hosts its monthly book sale from 09:00 to 12:00. Local bookworms can look forward to great quality books, hot beverages and an indulgent selection of eats and treats. Card payment facilities will be available. There is also a fundraising carwash in need of market-goers support. For more information or book donations, call Carole on 084 299 9023.
WEDNESDAY 30 JULY
๏ผSomerset West: THE LORD CHARLES LADIES’ CLUB & BUSINESS NETWORK in association with Strong Schools presents a fundraising fashion show from 10:30 to 14:00 at The Lord Charles. The event will feature ACE Models Clothing & Accessories, Journey, various local designers, and Just Jackie’s Accessories. Tickets cost R400 per person and include a three-course lunch. Fabulous prizes, networking opportunities and the latest fashion trends. Email marketing@strongschoolsza.co.za. Ticket sales will support the new Moms with Purpose.
SATURDAY 16 TO SUNDAY 24 AUGUST
๏ผHelderberg: Celebrate literature and creativity with the third annual INDIE AUTHORS RISE UP BOOK FESTIVAL. This unique fringe-style festival will feature Fringe Fireside Chats across various venues in Gordon’s Bay, Somerset West, and Strand, including pubs, wine farms, coffee shops, and theatres. The festival will showcase over 40 indie authors and self-publishing service providers, offering something for fiction, poetry, and non-fiction enthusiasts. Events include fireside chats with local authors sharing their publishing journeys, sessions with writing mentors and experienced authors, valuable legal advice for writers and creatives, and a hands-on workshop exploring AI’s role in writing. Tickets are priced from R60 and include a glass of wine, with some events available free of charge. The festival celebrates the transformative power of storytelling and aims to highlight the vibrant stories within the local community. For more information and reservations, visit https://indieauthorsriseup.co.za.
WEDNESDAY 20 AUGUST
๏ผSomerset 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. Interested individuals are required to RSVP before Monday 18 August by calling 021 852 4608, or sending an email to events@helderberghospice.org.za.
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