June
Flash Sale of Preloved Clothing: SANTA PE will once again hold a morning “Flash CASH Sale” of pre-loved clothing on the front lawns of their premises at 65 5th Avenue, Newton Park, on Friday, June 28. They currently have a large assortment of infant, toddler, and young children’s clothing. Men and women’s adult clothing will also be on offer. Cash only.
Skou: Die Eastern Province Orchid Society hou ’n skou van Vrydag 28 Junie vanaf 09:00 tot 17:00, Saterdag 29 Junie vanaf 09:00 tot 17:00 en Sondag 30 Junie vanaf 09:00 tot 14:00 by Walmer Park inkopiesentrum by die “Centre Court”. Daar is geen toegangsfooi. Daar sal orgidieë en benodigdhede te koop wees. ’n Inligtingspraatjie sal ook die Saterdagmôre om 11:00 plaasvind. Vir meer inligting, kontak Annemare Labuschagne by ?074 852 7877.
Children’s Feeding Trust: The 29th annual public meeting of the Children’s Feeding Trust will be held on Tuesday, June 25, at 13:00 at the Walmer Library Hall. The guest speaker will be Dr Philippa Fabbri, educational consultant. All are welcome. Refreshments will be served. RSVP to Maureen at 066 431 5208.
St Thomas Senior Secondary Reunion: Calling all alumni! The school will host the grandest high school reunion ever on June 29, to reminisce and celebrate our shared history. This event aims at raising funds for much-needed renovations to the school’s auditorium. Space is unlimited. The reunion will be held at 5 Goldsmith Street, North End, at 19:30. Tickets are available for R70 on Quicket.
Venditori Night Market: The suburban street market extravaganza takes place at Vendors on Cape, located at Bracewell Centre, 308 Cape Road, Newton Park, on June 29 from 16:00 to 20:00. Indulge in arts-and-crafts for children while browsing through a diverse selection of local food and craft vendors, and listening to live music. For more information, contact Wihan at 079 545 7656.
Boot Sale: The Knights of Da Gama will have their monthly boot sale on Saturday, June 29, at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church Grounds in Cape Road, Kabega Park. Site cost is R60. Stallholders can enter from 06:00. Gates open to the public at 07:00. Contact Br Duncan at 083 357 2238.
Boot Sale/Market Day: St Peter’s Congregational Church, Walter Road, Charlo, will have their monthly event on Saturday, June 29, until 13:00. Entry for sellers is R50. Sellers set up from 08:00 and shopping starts at 09:00. Eats, refreshments, clothes, bric-a-brac and toys will be sold. Entertainment will be by a local artist. Contact Deirdre at 076 067 8019 to reserve space.
Yard Sale: Parsons Hill Neighbourhood Yard Sale will take place on June 29 and July 6, from 11:00 to 16:00 at Van Niekerk Street, Parsons Hill. Houses will be marked with bright bunting. Clothes, books, household goods and furniture will be sold.
Anchor of Hope Community Development AGM: AoHCD, a community, faith-based organisation working in Central and focusing on computer skills, sewing classes, English classes, and obtaining drivers’ licences, will have its annual general meeting on Sunday, June 30, at 09:30 at Anchor of Hope (NG Church PE Central), 1 Edward Street, Richmond Hill. Contact Dian Roux at 041 585 3700 (Monday to Friday).
Re-Seconds Market: The market will take place on Sunday, June 30, at the Walmer Town Hall. There will be clothing, food stalls, home decor, antique collectables and jewellery, as well as a jumping castle, live music, and a new indoor thrift section. Any small change, tins, blankets and pet food for the animals for the AACL will be appreciated. Entry is free. Contact 083 588 5823 or theresecondsmarket@gmail.com for more info.
Art in the Park: The market will take place on Sunday, June 30, at St George’s Park from 09:00 to 13:00. There will be craft, art, food, and bric-a-brac, as well as live music. Stalls are free to children and charities. Children are encouraged to bring along unwanted toys, books, and craft works, to sell. If the market is cancelled due to bad weather, it will be held on the following Sunday, July 7. Contact Maureen at 082 257 4691.
SANTA PE AGM: SANTA PE’s 75th annual general meeting will take place in the Mater Dei Catholic Church hall in Cape Road, on July 3. The guest speaker is Mary Ngodwana of the Isango Lethemba TB Research Unit (Witshealth). All friends of SANTA PE and those interested in the advancement of TB treatment are most welcome. For catering purposes, advise your intended attendance. Office hours are 09:00 to 13:00, Mondays to Fridays. Contact 041 365 2255.
Craft, Hobbies and Toy Fair: The fair takes place on Saturday, July 6, from 08:30 to 13:00 at the Walmer Town Hall, Main Road, Walmer. There will be loads of craft stalls, dolls, bears, beautiful painted pictures, and a collectible model car display. There will be tea, coffee, and lovely goodies to eat. Entry is R5. Proceeds will go to Save-a-Pet.
Windsong Bohemian Market: Join the tribe at the Windsong Bohemian Market on Saturday, July 6, at The Green at Holmeleigh Farm, Grey Dawn Road, Theescombe from 09:30 to 14:00. Enjoy varied bohemian, gypsy, hippie, esoteric, holistic, and whimsical stalls and food trucks. The kids will be entertained by a facepainter, sand art, and pony rides. Entrance is free. There is loads of safe parking! If it rains the market will be postponed. Contact 071 589 8847 for more info.
- The meeting will be held at the Malabar Community Centre Minor Hall in Haworthia Drive, on Monday, July 8, at 19:00. Orthopedic surgeon, Dr Vikesh Gajjar, will speak about ‘Diabetes & Elective Surgery’. Contact Surendra Daya at 083 653 1491 or 041 457 4576.
- The meeting will be held at the Gospel Hall on the corner of Geldenhuys and Olympia Streets on Tuesday, July 9, at 19:00. Kevin Stead will speak about ‘Cost Effective Blood Glucose Monitoring.’ Contact Clive Burke on 083 500 9394.
Diabetes Wellness Group Meeting (PE Branch): The meeting will be held at the Caritas Service Centre, West Street, Newton Park on Wednesday, July 10, at 19:15 for 19:30. The speaker, Vicki Sanan, from the Arthritis Foundation, will speak about ‘Diabetes and Arthritis’. Contact Martin/Elizabeth on 082 579 9059 or 041 367 2810.
Cash Bingo: A cash bingo will be held at Sanctor High School on July 27 at 14:00. The cost is R200 for three playing cards. Contact 076 837 4968 for tickets.
Vision Awareness Campaign: Adderley Eyecare is offering free vision screening for all learners, 18 and under, for the entire month of June. Appointments can be made by calling or sending a WhatsApp to 065 942 4128.
Gqeberha Central Men’s Shed: They meet every Wednesday from 10:00 to 12:00 at The Athenaeum, Athol Fugard Terrace (Belmont Terrace), between Castle Hill and Military Road, opposite the Supreme Court. WhatsApp Willie at 061 455 6464 or Robert at 083 697 1800.
RELIGIOUS
City Lights Church: We’re a family-style, Bible-based church, affiliated with the Advance group of churches. We meet every Sunday at 09:30 at The EP Badminton Hall, at the end of Alan Drive in Walmer Downs. WhatsApp Dave at 084 999 9197 for more info.
