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Friday
Life between the tides Join Whale Coast Conservation for this popular beach adventure, suitable for the whole family. Explore the inter-tidal zone and examine who eats who in this challenging environment. There won't be much walking, but prepare to get wet. R120 for adults, R60 for children and R300 for families of 4. To book, contact anina. wcc@gmail.com. All proceeds go to environmental education. Grotto Beach | 14:30 – 16:00 Wine Down Friday Celebrate that TGIF feeling at The Wine Glass at the end of a busy week! Enjoy the vibe and get two for the price of one on selected wines, beers and nibbles. Book via www.thewineglass.guru or call 082 082 0007. The Wine Glass, 2 Harbour Rd, Hermanus | 16:00 – 18:00 Bottomless Bubbles Fridays Start the weekend in style at the iconic Marine Hotel with bottomless bubbles from L’Ormarins and chef’s welcome canapés at R185 pp, every Friday this November. Booking is essential on 028 313 1000 or bookings@themarine.co.za. The Marine | 17:00 – 19:00
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Hermanus Country Market A favourite among the locals. Young, old, two-legged and four-legged family members are all welcome. You’ll find wholesome goodies, homemade crafts, local produce, beers and wine, speciality foods, coffee and live music. Next to Hermanus Cricket Field | 09:00 – 13:00 Stanford Saturday Morning Market Come and sample the artisanal
delights on display, from home-made sheep and goats’ cheeses to woodfired ciabattas, pastries and pies, farm-fresh vegetables, free-range eggs, flowers, preserves and deli delights (including gluten-free, wheatfree and vegan goodies) to tantalise your taste buds! #Nomasksnoservice. Stanford Hotel Stoep | 09:00 – 12:00 Junktique Market One man’s junk is another man’s treasure. Pop in and give new life to a previously loved item. Treats and nibbles also available. R50 per stall. To book contact 028 341 0340 or book@ stanfordinfo.co.za. Stanford Tourism Office Courtyard | 09:00 – 12:00 Gansbaai Farmers’ Market Specialising in fresh produce, homebaked foods, and crafts. Come and enjoy entertainment and refreshments at this popular kuierplek. For enquiries, contact 028 384 1439 or doulene@gansbaaitourism.co.za Kapokblom Street, opposite Gansbaai Tourism | 09:00 – 13:00 Panthera Sunset Visit Enjoy a unique experience by visiting Panthera Africa’s big cats at sunset, when they come alive after a long day of rest. Your passionate host will take you around to the big cat enclosures and tell you their heartfelt stories, and how they came to be at this non-profit sanctuary. Only for people 16 years and older. Pre-booking on 071 182 8368 is essential. Panthera Africa Big Cat Sanctuary (near Stanford | 17:00 – 19:00
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Sunday
Takura Terry Live Head to the Waterfront piazza where Takura Terry will rock you with his popular afro-folk-blues tunes, including your favourite covers and original songs. No charge. Hermanus Waterfront | from 12:00
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Thursday
Nataniel & Charl du Plessis in concert Hermanus FynArts 2021 presents two performances featuring songs, old and new, evergreen and original, jazz, blues, pop and melancholic, always surprising. Nataniël’s trademark fantastical stories will be in English and Afrikaans. No children under 15. All Covid protocols with be strictly adhered to. Make your booking (R280 pp for the matinee and R300 pp for the evening) by contacting admin@ hermanusfynarts.co.za or 060 957 5371. Dutch Reformed Church, Onrus | 15:00 & 18:00
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Stanford Sunset Market Stanford's favourite, family-friendly, dog-friendly market is reopening! Bringing local food, coffee, deli products, gifts, plants, fresh produce and live tunes to the heritage market square on the last Friday of the month. Pop in, meet new people, hook up with old friends, support local vendors, and take delicious food
19 – 27 FEBRUARY 2021 www.thevillagenews.co.za/whatson home for the whole weekend. Free entrance and plenty of free parking. Please wear a mask and follow Covid protocols of social distancing. Stanford Market Square | 18:00 – 20:00 (in the event of rain, the venue will be at Birkenhead Brewery)
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Saturday
Stanford MTB Classic This year’s Stanford MTB Classic will take on the popular guided ride format which was used for last year’s De Hoop Vlei MTB Experience. Three distance options: 85km Ultra Marathon (R850), 50km XCM (R650) and 25km Fun Ride (R450). Enter at www. entryninja.com. All entries include a burger and a beer (optional dinner at Manor House Restaurant). For more information visit www.overbergmtbevents.co.za or contact 084 228 0414. Stanford Valley Guest Farm | 07:00
Hiram Koopman & Friends Join Bartho Eksteen and family on their farm in the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley with the super-talented saxophonist, Hiram Koopman, of ‘Die Heuwels Fantasties’ fame for a day of old-fashioned hospitality, fabulous music, great food and a superb variety of wines. Safety precautions and social distancing protocols will be observed at this open-air performance. Tickets are R350 pp. To book a spot contact mana@hermanus.co.za or call 072 323 5060. Bartho Eksteen Wines, Hemel-enAarde Valley | 16:00
Charl du Plessis – All of Me Hermanus FynArts is proud to present two more performances featuring this celebrated Steinway Artist. ‘All of Me’ celebrates the world of classical, jazz, boogie-woogie and blues piano as well as the intricate art of improvisation. All Covid protocols with be strictly adhered to. Book your tickets at R225 pp by contacting admin@hermanusfynarts.co.za or 060 957 5371. Dutch Reformed Church, Onrus | 11:00 & 14:00
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