DONDERDAG 18 JUNIE

Stellenbosch: Die jaarlikse Winterfees van die DROSTDY-TEATER vind elke dag tot Woensdag 24 Junie plaas. Gaste kan uitsien na uitstaande vertonings, plus die snoesige kaggel in die Upstage Lounge, en tuisgemaakte etes. Van komedie en musiek tot stories deur die land se beste storievertellers – daar is iets vir almal op die feesprogram. Kaartjies vir al die vertonings is aanlyn deur Webtickets te koop. Besoek www.drostdyteater.co.za vir die volledige program.

Stellenbosch: VISIT STELLENBOSCH and the Animal Welfare Society Stellenbosch hosts Stellenbosch Cares: Warm Hearts, Full Bowls, a collection drive to ensure vulnerable animals stay warm and fed. It collects blankets, pet food, treats and toys. Locals are invited to join this act of compassion. Drop donations off at the Visit Stellenbosch office, Church Street until Tuesday 30 June.

Stellenbosch: The Art of Origin Stellenbosch Exhibition is currently on at the PJ OLIVIER ART CENTRE in Blom Road. Come and experience the creativity, talent and unique perspectives that make Stellenbosch an inspiring place. Art of Origin Stellenbosch has brought together artists of all ages and backgrounds in a celebration of the stories, places, people, and moments that shape the destination. Sixty-plus works are part of the exhibition that runs until Thursday 25 June. The winner will be announced on Thursday 18 June.

Stellenbosch: CoreFIBRE (Memory Resides Here) is currently on exhibition at GALLERY UNIVERSITY STELLENBOSCH until Saturday 11 July. The multifaceted and thought-provoking exhibition features the work of Elizabeth Miller-Vermeulen. This is her seventh solo exhibition, which explores concepts of memory and materiality through a multidisciplinary practice that includes drawing, painting and assemblage. Admission is free and the museum operates from 09:00 to 16:00 from Tuesday to Friday, and from 10:00 to 14:00 on Saturday.

FRIDAY 19 JUNE

Stellenbosch: Baked Shakespeare’s psychedelic, award-winning take on Romeo and Juliet is on at the DAISY JONES BAR at Summerhill Wine Estate. It features electric chemistry, outrageous musical numbers and epic sword fights. Doors open at 17:00 and the show starts at 20:00. Tickets range from R150 to R200 and can be booked online through Quicket. Table bookings are essential on 064 968 2015.

SATERDAG 20 JUNIE

Stellenbosch: Ná groot lewensveranderings volg dikwels “en toe …”-oomblikke: Kinders verhuis na die buiteland en skielik is ons alleen; bejaarde ouers trek by hul kinders in; of ons bevind ons in nuwe, onbekende omstandighede. Kom kuier saam met Helpende Hand en Johann en Lindie Strydom en word gestig deur wenke om uitdagende seisoene te oorbrug. Dit word van 10:00 tot 12:30 by Feestafel by VREDENHEIM aangebied. Johann en Lindie kyk met hoop en humor na die groeigeleentheid in skielike skuiwe, dringende draaipunte en onverwagse oorgange. Hulle deel praktiese wenke oor hoe om hierdie “en toe …”-oomblikke met humor én erns te hanteer. Kaartjies teen R200 elk is aanlyn by https://onskoopplek.co.za/product/en-toe/ beskikbaar.

SUNDAY 21 JUNE

Stellenbosch: Vadersdag word van 12:00 tot 15:00 met die outentieke Boerebraai-ervaring op die MIDDELVLEI-WYNLANDGOED gevier. Gaste kan uitsien na ‘n heerlike driegang-maaltyd wat met die plaas se kenmerkende tradisionele geure en ontspanne gasvryheid voorgesit word. Die koste is R395 per persoon. Besprekings is noodsaaklik; bespreek jou plek by 021 883 2565 of info@middelvlei.co.za.

WOENSDAG 24 JUNIE

Jamestown: Kom kuier saam by Babbel & Brei en laat die breipenne klap om Jamestown se kinders en bejaardes warm te hou. Die groep kom elke Woensdag van 10:00 tot 11:00 by die JAMESTOWN-BIBLIOTEEK byeen. Beginners leer blokkies brei en dié wat kan, brei musse en serpe. Wol en breipenne word verskaf. Kontak die biblioteek by 021 808 8373 of 021 808 8372 vir nog inligting.

THURSDAY 25 JUNE

SOMERSET WEST: Raise your glass to the winemakers behind great wines at the WINE SOCIETY event at Magnolia Social Dining Lounge at Erinvale Hotel & Spa from 18:30 to 22:00. Enjoy a tasting of up to 10 wines paired with a new menu at R495 per person. Book at www.erinvale.everygift.co.za.

FRIDAY 3 JULY

Stellenbosch: The Stellenbosch International Chamber Music Festival at the STELLENBOSCH UNIVERSITY CONSERVATORY features 11 South African premières, world-class musicians and orchestral finales. The festival runs until Sunday 12 July. Bookings and programme at www.sicmf.co.za.

Stellenbosch: Mushroom lovers can experience a day of learning and foraging for wild mushrooms in the forests of DELHEIM WINE ESTATE with an expert guide. The forests are home to over 20 species of wild mushrooms. Foraging sessions will be held from 09:30 to 13:30 on Friday 3 and Saturday 4 July, with new and experienced mushroom foragers welcome to collect their mushrooms. The cost is R550 per person. Book on bookings@delheim.com or 021 888 4600. Limited space available.

SATURDAY 4 JULY

Stellenbosch: The popular Rumours of Fleetwood Mac tribute show returns to ASARA WINE ESTATE & HOTEL by popular demand. The show centres on the popular ’70s and ’80s rock group’s most successful album, Rumours (1977), which spent 31 weeks at the top of the Billboard charts. It remains a candid songwriting triumph that cemented Fleetwood Mac’s status as one of the greatest bands of all time. Featuring a full band made up of some of Cape Town’s top musicians, Rumours of Fleetwood Mac takes the audience into an audio landscape filled with “classic time capsules of memory” with tracks such as “Go your own way”, “Don’t Stop”, “Dreams”, “Everywhere”, “Second-hand news” and more. The band comprises Guido Helm on bass and vocals, Greg Schoeman on guitar and vocals, Skye Wilson on acoustic guitar and vocals, Matt Catto on drums and vocals and Sarah McArthur on keyboard and vocals. Show tickets do not include dinner, which can be ordered from an a la carte menu. There will also be a full bar service available. The show starts at 20:00, and dinner will be served from 18:00. Buy your tickets for the show online through Quicket, at R430 each.

TUESDAY 21 JULY

Stellenbosch: African Drumming Tuesdays at the STELLENBOSCH UNIVERSITY MUSEUM will be held from 13:00 to 14:00. It aims to enhance wellness and well-being on campus, with sessions free and open to all. Call Ricky on 021 808 3660 or email rickyb@sun.ac.za to book your place.