VRYDAG 1 SEPTEMBER
Somerset-Wes: Elvis Blue tree om 19:00 by die Helderberg Teatro @ Doxa Deo by Melkstoot Village op. Kaartjies teen R200 per persoon is aanlyn by www.seatme.co.za te koop. Vir meer inligting, stuur e-pos na info@helderbergteatro.co.za.
Somerset West: Bright Street Gallery presents the opening of the annual spring exhibition of miniature artwork, “Gratitude for Creation”, at its premises at 33 (Lower) Bright Street, at 18:00. The opening speech commences at 18:45 and light refreshments will be served. The art exhibition runs until 30 September and is open for the public’s viewing delight during gallery hours from 09:00 to 16:00, Monday to Friday, and 09:00 to 12:30 on Saturdays. For more information, contact Kerry on 084 441 0637.
Strand: The Drama Factory will play host to Dreamland, a musical delight for the entire family.It is an invitation to the whole family to experience your happiest Disney childhood animation feature film music memories, such as you’ve never heard them before, with world-class piano interpretations of these much-loved classics. The multi-talented DuPreez Strauss captivates the audience in retelling of his personal experiences with these musical works of art. For the last 14 years Strauss has been associate musical director and orchestra conductor of Disney’s musical The Lion King in eight countries (and counting). For the first time he brings his show Dreamland to the Western Cape following his return to South Africa after his most recent international tour with The Lion King. Dreamland will be performed at 19:30 on Friday 1, Thursday 7 and Friday 8 September. Matinée performances will be held at 15:00 on Saturday 2 and 9 September, and 16:00 on Sunday 3 and 10 September. Tickets cost R180 or R160 per person. Book your seat online at www.thedramafactory.co.za or 073 215 2290.
SATERDAG 2 SEPTEMBER
Somerset-Wes: Die NG Gemeente in Firmountweg hou van 09:00 af basaar. Helderbergers kan uitsien na koswaentjies en biertente, kunsvlyt en kinderaktiwiteite, insluitend ’n inkleur-kompetisie, ’n optrede deur Calla Henn, en ’n potjiekoskompetisie. Vir meer inligting, stuur ’n e-pos na odette@nghelder.co.za.
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 3 SEPTEMBER
Stellenbosch: The Spring Trail Run will be held at Dornier Wine Estate. The event, which is hosted by Dirtopia and Sportsmans Warehouse, will see participants take on a 5,5 km or 10,5 km route. There will be finishers’ medals up for grabs as well as refreshment stations, prizes for winners and lucky draws. Enter online at www.entryninja.com or www.dirtpass.co.za. For more details, send an email to info@dirtopia.co.za or SMS 078 343 3572.
MONDAY 4 SEPTEMBER
Somerset West: If you are living with someone whose drinking is affecting you, or perhaps are experiencing problems after having lived with an alcoholic relative or friend, there is help available at the Al-Anon meetings held weekly. Meetings take place every Monday at 20:15 and Thursday at 12:00. Alternatively, help is also available via a telephone call, which are treated as confidential. For this type of assistance, call 073 624 7547 or 072 610 1872. For more information send an email to Jean Taylor at jean.taylor@mweb.co.za.
WOENSDAG 6 SEPTEMBER
Strand: Volatility, inflation, financial (in)stability, sound investing, but what does this mean for folk like us? Maarten Ackerman, chief economist at Citadel, will demystify these concepts for members of the University of the Third Age (U3A) Helderberg and visitors during its monthly meeting at the Strand Town Hall at 10:00. If this is foreign territory to you, a subject you prefer to leave to someone else to sort out, someone more knowledgeable, smarter when it comes to money, then this is an opportunity you have to grasp with both hands! Ackerman’s address will focus on the factors that drive volatility in the economy and financial markets and what that means for us, South African investors, who want to protect our investments and whatever financial resources we may have. Entry for U3A members is free; visitors pay R20 at the door. For enquiries, contact Denise Fourie on 072 211 1173.
THURSDAY 7 SEPTEMBER
Somerset West: Local NPO Masikhule hosts its annual general meeting at Urban Voice Church, on the corner of Schapenberg and Sir Lowry’s Pass roads from 14:30 to 15:30. Registration takes place at 14:15. RSVP to info@masikhule.org or WhatsApp Léanne on 083 415 6703 by Friday 1 September.
Somerset West: The U3A Money Matters Group meets at the Somerset West United church, on the corner of Andries Pretorius and Bright Street, at 10:00. Pieter van Greunen, business executive at Discovery Financial Consultants, is the guest speaker and will address those attending the meeting on the topic “Managing spiralling health costs as time goes on”. For more information, contact Danie Schoeman at dschoeman2745@gmail.com.
SATURDAY 9 SEPTEMBER
Strand: Renowned saxophonist Don Vino shares the stage with friends in the music industry to produce a concert like no other at the Strand Town Hall. Among artists sharing the local stage is the incredible Nur Abrahams, Fagrie Isaacs, Co-B Wyngaard, The Elginairs Dance Band, Salome and DJ Newton. Comedian Quinton Manuels will be the master of ceremonies. Proceeds of this show will go to the Heartlands Baby Sanctuary in Somerset West. The show starts at 19:00; doors open at 17:00 Tickets cost R150 and can be securely booked via Quicket.
THURSDAY 14 SEPTEMBER
Somerset West: Child Welfare Somerset West holds its annual general meeting at the United church at 28 Bright Street, at 10:00. All interested parties are welcome. For more information, contact Imelda on 021 852 3126.
