GENERAL
Westview Workshop Sale: The sale will place from November 27 to 29 from 09:00 to 12:00 in the Westview School hall.
Night Market: African Sky’s Venue Night Market will take place on Friday, November 29 from 17:00 to 21:00 at 120 Nassau Street, Theescombe. Meet Jack Sparrow and join the treasure hunt. There will be craft stalls, food truck vendors and live music by Therese and Dave. Find a Captain Jack Sparrow poster located throughout Port Elizabeth and stand a chance to win 1 of 10 prizes. Contact Janine for more information at 063 014 5312.
Secondhand Clothing Sale: Westering Methodist Church will have its next sale on Friday, November 29 from 09:00 to 12:00 on the corner of Papenkuils and Clarence Street, Westering.
Clothing Sale: Walmer Methodist Church’s next “As Good As New” monthly clothing sale will take place at their premises, 83 Main Road, Walmer, on Friday, November 29 from 11:00 to 14:00. Everything less 40% for their last sale of the year! Men’s, ladies’ and children’s brand-name clothing and shoes will be available.
Feesmark: NG Kerk PE Heideveld, Dundeeweg, Rowallanpark hou op 29 November om 16:00 en 30 November om 09:00 hul jaarlikse Feesmark. Stalletjies met bekostigbare, handgemaakte kersgeskenke en kersversierings sal beskikbaar wees. Daar sal ook lekkergoed, panne-koeke, jaffels, hamburgers, hoendersosaties, pasteie, kerrie-en-rys asook worsrolle.
Food Fair: The food fair will be held on November 30 at Musjid Salaam, 19 Pine Road, Overbaakens, from 10:00 to 15:00. Lots of different types of food to choose from. For more info contact Naadira at 082 371 4461.
Kersmark: Op Saterdag 30 November is daar ’n Kersmark in die saal by NG Kerk PE Sonheuwels, Bougainvillearylaan 54A, Westering vanaf 09:00. Verskeie stalletjies en verskeidenheid kosse sal beskikbaar wees asook ’n barista. Stalletjies is ook beskikbaar. Navrae: Lynette by 083 650 0225.
Music Trivia: A summer-vibes-themed music trivia will take place at African Sky’s Venue, hosted by Arutha, on Saturday, November 30, from 18:00 to 22:00. Entry is R50 per person. Great prizes for winners and best dressed. Contact Arutha on 081 767 7059.
Kersmark: NG Kerk Sherwood hou ’n Kersmark op Saterdag 30 November vanaf 09:00 tot 13:00 by die NG Kerk Sherwood op die hoek van Devon-weg en Walkerrylaan. Kuier saam met lekker musiek terwyl jy jou Kersinkope doen by ’n wye verskeidenheid van stalletjies. ’n Groot verskeidenheid eetgoed sal beskikbaar wees, met ’n springkasteel en treintjie ritte vir die kinders. Kom neem ook jou foto saam met Kersvader.
Christmas Picnic and Market: In a joint venture with Mowbray NG Kerk, the Newton Park SCF will host a community picnic at the Newton Park Primary sports field on November 30, from 14:00 to 20:00. Bring your baskets, blankets, family and friends. There will be food, vendors, a jumping castle, a visit from Santa and more. Tickets for the Christmas Raffle are available from Glen Hurd Supermarket, Mowarama, the Toy Museum in Worraker Street, Nautical Sports in Shirley Street, Percy at Newton Park Primary. Tickets are R10 each. Various prizes are up for grabs. The draw will take place on November 30. Funds raised will go to the Newton Park SCF Crime Forum Camera project. For more info contact Lisa at 082 684 7645.
A Christmas Market – Weihnachtsmarkt: The market will be held at the Lutheran Church in Springfield on Saturday, November 30, from 09:30. Continental coffee, cakes, Christmas stollen, and other delicious eats, drinks, crafted Christmas gifts, mosaics, and decorations will be on sale. There will also be a white elephant stall, a raffle, children’s activities, and a jumping castle.
Boot Sale: The Knights of Da Gama are holding their monthly boot sale on Saturday morning, November 30 at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church Grounds in Cape Road, Kabega Park. Site cost is R60. Stall holders can enter from 06:00. Gates open to the public at 07:00. Contact Br Duncan at 083 357 2238 for more info.
Residents’ Christmas Market: The market at Walton Park Retirement Village (gate no. 2) will take place on Saturday, November 30 from 09:00. There will be Christmas cakes, mince pies, Christmas crackers and decorations, arts, crafts and more, and a coffee shop too.
Market Day: St Peter’s Congregational Church, Walter Road, Charlo, will have its monthly event on Saturday, November 30 until 13:00. Free entry to the public from 09:00. Stall rental is R50. Stall vendors setup from 08:00. Eats, refreshments, clothes, bric-a-brac and toys will be sold. Entertainment by Flippie Kapp. Contact Deirdre at 076 067 8019 to reserve space.
Santa’s This Way: Find The Original Christmas Shop in their new home at Walker Drive Shopping Centre. They will be hosting Santa in Store on Saturday, November 30, from 10:00 to 14:00 and Sunday, December 1 from 10:00 to 13:00. Take your own photos, just give a donation toward Hospice, their charity of choice. The Original Christmas Shop is next to Pick n Pay clothing. For more info contact Pauline at 082 443 0389 or pauline@thechristmasshop.co.za.
The HalaalSoukPE: The indoor market will take place at the Malabar Community Centre on Sunday, December 1, and run from 10:00 to 17:00. There will be clothing plants, food stalls, home décor, collectables, Islamic clothing, art and jewellery and authentic and traditional eats and treats. Stall bookings are open at a nominal fee. Entry is free. Contact Ghairoe at 081 328 9953 or ghairoe@mcs-i.co.za.
Art in the Park: A Christmas Market will be held at St George’s Park on December 1 from 08:00 to 13:00. A variety of stalls will sell food, craft, toys, plants, bric-a-brac, and much more. For more info contact Maureen at 082 257 4691.
Re-Seconds Market: The last market for 2024 will be held at Londt Park Sports Club on Sunday, December 1, weather permitting, from 09:00 to 14:00. There will be clothing, plants, food stalls, home decor, Christmas decor and gifts, antique collectables and jewellery, as well as a jumping castle, new kiddies’ section and live music! Entry is free. Bring your own shopping bag. Contact 083 588 5823 or theresecondsmarket@gmail.com for more info.
Candlelighting: The Compassionate Friends – Child Loss Support Group will be having their yearly candlelighting on December 6 in memory of their babies/children who have passed. The event will take place at the Lorraine Full Gospel Church on the corner of Luneville and Van Eck Street, Lorraine. A light snack, beverage, a candle and a programme for the evening will be provided. There will be a special guest speaker. Entry is free for members. Non-members will be asked for a donation of R50. Contact Reneé (Chapter Leader) at 084 500 0291.
Book Sale: The Linton Grange Library will have a book sale on December 7, from 08:00 to 12:00.
Craft, Hobbies and Toy Fair: The fair will take place at Walmer Town Hall, Main Road Walmer, on December 7, from 08:30 to 13:00. There will be loads of craft stalls, dolls, bears and a collectable model car display. There is tea, coffee and goodies to eat. Entrance is R5. Proceeds go to Save-a-Pet.
Morning Market: St Saviour’s Church will have a morning market of pre-loved goods on Saturday, December 7. There will be something for everyone including cutlery, glassware, household goods, sports goods, books, toys and kitchen utensils. Enjoy the carnival atmosphere. Make some money for Christmas by hosting your own table and sellingl your goodies. The cost is R50 a table. Contact Desré at 083 330 5922.
Kerssangdiens: Die diens vind plaas op Sondag 8 Desember om 09:00 in die NG Kerk PE Sonheuwels, Bougainvillearylaan 54A, Westering. Nadia Prinsloo en haar groep sal die diens behartig.
Christmas Craft Market: The Linton Grange Library will have a Christmas Craft Market on December 12 from 09:00 to 15:00 and on December 13 from 09:00 to 13:00.
Christmas Market: African Sky’s Christmas Market will be held on December 16 at 120 Nassau Street, Theescombe. Get your photo taken with The Grinch and Santa. Christmas crafts and goodies will be available from local vendors. Food trucks and live music by Big Man and Bear will keep shoppers entertained. Contact Janine at 063 014 5312.
Sacred Heart Christmas Market: The Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 512 Cape Road, Kabega, will host a Christmas market on Saturday, December 21 from 09:00 to 14:00. The R10 entrance fee enters you into a raffle to win one of three Baywest Vouchers – R1 500, R1 000 or R500. Free entry for kids under 12. There will be stalls, food trucks, a beer tent, jumping castles, pony rides and much more. Note – this is not the monthly boot sale event! Contact Monique at 082 441 8985 or Kim at 076 512 9459.
Old Year’s Night Dance: The dance will take place on Tuesday, December 31 at the Gordon Loyson Memorial Hall in Jade Road, Morningside (behind St Francis Xavier Anglican Church building) from 20:30 to 12:30am on January 1. There will be a live 6-piece band. Dress smart casual. Tickets are R150 per person. Bring your own hamper & xyz. This event is in aid of charity by the Phoebe Fundraiser Group. For tickets contacts Ronnie Chin at 072 575 4486, Devona Barendilla at 084 976 1425 or Lynita Kin at 065 881 2481. Regrettably no tickets reserves, so get your tickets early.
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. A men’s shed is a space where men can relax, get together to talk, work together, have a cup of coffee, and make friends. All ages are welcome. For info WhatsApp Willie at 061 455 6464 or Robert at 083 697 1800.
RELIGIOUS
Hi’s Place Developing Centre: They have a church service every Sunday morning at 09:00 and a healing service every first and third Saturday night of the month at 17:00. Everyone is welcome. For more info contact Pastor Christo Campher at 082 515 2294.
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.
