Weekly diary | Weeklikse dagboek

SATURDAY 26 JULY

Somerset West: The 60+ NETWORK NPC hosts a Wellness Expo at Helderberg Village Walk from 10:00 to 14:00. The event offers free health screenings for cholesterol, glucose and blood pressure by Lancet Laboratories, along with various exhibitors featuring medical, lifestyle, fashion and food products. Attendees can participate in lucky draws, network with experts and enjoy local food vendors. For more information, contact Tershia de Wet on 072 646 1000 or admin@sixtyplus.org.za.

MAANDAG 28 JULIE

Strand: Die CHRISTELIKE AFHANKLIKHEIDSDIENS of Christians Against Drugs (CAD) nooi mense wat probleme het met middelafhanklikheid na hul byeenkoms om 19:00 in die kerksaal van die NG kerk Strand Moedergemeente, op die hoek van Birkenhead- en Faganstraat. Vir navrae, bel Gerrie by 073 336 3119 of Werner by 082 826 0972.

TUESDAY 29 JULY

Somerset West: ALPHA HELDERBERG invites people to a faith exploration evening at 19:00, featuring dinner, a movie and discussion for those curious about faith, life and meaning. The event encourages people to meet others, enjoy good food and ask questions in a welcoming environment. Registration is required at alphahelderberg.org.za. For more details, email tryalpha@alphahelderberg.org.za or phone 021 852 1810.

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. The breakfast event, “From Death to the Top of the Alps – Grant Lottering Live in Helderberg”, will be presented by HELDERBERG SAKEKAMER at the 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: Celebrate literature and creativity with the third annual INDIE AUTHORS RISE UP BOOK FESTIVAL. The unique fringe-style festival will feature Fringe Fireside Chats across various venues in Gordon’s Bay, Somerset West and Strand, and showcase more than 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. Visit https://indieauthorsriseup.co.za.

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 before 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. The organisation offers various ECD services including training, mentorship, early intervention, resources, nutrition programmes, and registration support. RSVP is required by Monday 1 September via email on info@masikhule.org.