Despite what you may believe, picnics are not just for summer. They’re pretty great in winter too, which is why Spier Wine Farm has launched its Winter Picnic. Expect the same reliable quality, with a winter-inspired menu made from the freshest farm ingredients and great-tasting wines. Pack your coat and find a spot in the winter sun to lay out your farm feast. Rainy day? No problem, head to the Spier Cow Shed for a dry alternative. Spier’s Werf – the ideal spot to roll out a picnic blanket – is an all-season beauty that is as inviting in winter as it is throughout the year. So find your slice of winter sunshine and enjoy a nutritious and generous basket of hearty soup, a selection of cheese, a deliciously spicy chicken dish, and roast veg from the Spier Food Garden. End your meal on a sweet note with Vadas’ famous pasteis de nata. To book your Spier Winter picnic, visit https://www.spier.co.za/food/picnics-at-spier. Picnics need to be booked 24 hours in advance online, or build your own from the Spier Farm Café.


FRIDAY 9 JUNE

Somerset West: Somerset West Methodist Primary School hosts a Snack Dance with the Elginairs Band at the Strand Town Hall at 19:00. Dress code: Formal. Tickets cost R150 per person. Interested individuals are implored to bring their own refreshments and food platters. For more information, contact the school office on 021 852 2575.

SATURDAY 10 JUNE

Somerset West: The Southey’s Car Boot (Southey’s Thrift and Second-hand Market) takes place at Southey’s Vines, 186 Main Road, from 08:30 to 14:00. Locals can look forward to an exciting day of bargain hunting and browsing delight. For bookings, contact Hayley via WhatsApp on 076 335 5116.

SUNDAY 11 JUNE

Strand: Helderberg Rugby Club hosts a Pizza Sunday at the Charles Morkel Stadium, located in Church Street, between 12:00 and 15:00. Locals who want a break from slaving away in the kitchen or simply want to satisfy their craving for the Italian delight can look foward to an array of indulgent pizzas by Pizza Pazzi. For more information, contact the rugby club on 082 584 3909 or send an email to helderbergrugby@gmail.com.

WOENSDAG 14 JUNIE

Strand: Die Hottentots Holland-tak van die Vroue Landbouvereniging (VLV) vergader om 09:30 in die onthaalsaal van die Strand-Noord NG gemeente. Dit is ’n kleiner groepie wat interessante sprekers reël en handvaardighede uitstal en by gemeenskapsprojekte betrokke raak. Belangstellendes word hartlik uitgenooi om ’n gesellige oggend saam met die VLV-vroue te geniet. Vandeesmaand se spreekster gaan die regte klere vir verskillende figure bespreek. Klerekas-items wat gemeng en pas kan word, word vertoon. Vir meer besonderhede, skakel 083 601 9464.

VRYDAG 16 JUNIE

Strand: Die Suiderstrand Gemeente se om-die-wêreld kos-avontuur vind om 18:00 plaas. Eersteklas-kaartjies is teen R100 by die kerkkantoor beskikbaar. Kom besoek agt lande en smul aan ’n porsie kos en nagereg. Vir meer inligting, skakel 021 854 5076.

FRIDAY 23 JUNE

Somerset West: Sip and paint with Artjamming Somerset West at Lourensford Estate at 18:00. Interested individuals are invited to join a guided step-by-step painting demonstration by artist Karen Dennyschene. Participants will try their hand at abstract sailing boats with golden sails using brushes and palette knives while enjoying a glass of Lourensford wine. Lots of paint, wine and creative fun are on offer! The cost is R385, which includes a glass of wine, a canvas and all essential art materials. Booking is essential. For more information, send an email to swstudio@artjamming.co.za or send a WhatsApp on 082 560 3866.

Strand: El Marine Primary School holds a Golf Day at Strand Golf Club. Tee-off starts from 11:30. The event takes a four-ball Alliance format and costs R2 400 per four-ball. Golf carts are available at R370 each. Form ore information, contact Tarene Lombard on 074 418 2043 or tarene.elmarine@gmail.com.

MONDAY 26 JUNE

Somerset West: Coronation Avenue Methodist Church hosts a Kids of the World Holiday Club from today (26 June) until Friday 30 June. The initiative is offered in partnership with fellow Helderberg congregations Helderberg Gemeente and Somerset West United Church, and available to little ones in Grade 1 to 6. Registration opens at 07:30, and the club takes place from 08:00 to 12:00. The cost is R100. Children are required to bring their own packed lunch. For more information, call 021 852 5303 or send an email to office@coronationmethodist.co.za.

WEDNESDAY 28 JUNE

Somerset West: True Survival martial arts school at 75 Victoria Street hosts a three-hour teens self-defence course from 08:30 to 11:30. Interested teens from age 11 to 18 are welcome. The course is specifically designed to introduce participants to the principles of the Kalah Combat System and to give them a firm understanding of the basic concepts of dealing with violence and threats be that from their peers, adults or criminals. For more information, call 082 670 5279 or send an email to info@truesurvival.co.za.

FRIDAY 30 JUNE

Gordon’s Bay: Gordon’s Bay Library hosts a Career Expo at the New Apostolic church in Luna Way, Temperance Town, from 10:00 to 13:00. Interested youngsters can look forward to presentations from Boland College, Boston College, Oasis Training Centre, Public Works, National Sea Rescue Institue (NSRI), Social Development and Early Childhood Development, Naval College and University of Cape Town (UCT). The aim of the initiative is to assist young community members to gain insight into potential careers and to understand what skills, knowledge and qualifications are required to be able to qualify for a specific career path. For more information, contact Nicholas Stallenberg on 021 400 6370.

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