WHAT’S ON
25 FEB – 12 MAR 2021
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THURSDAY
Coastal Archaeozoology Join Whale Coast Conservation for a Zoom talk by Dr Graham Avery (Iziko Museums of South Africa) on changing sea levels and past environments, and the animals and people who lived on the south-western coast during the Middle and Late Stone Age. Contact anina.wcc@gmail.com for the link. Online with Facebook Live | 18:00
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FRIDAY
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 R200 pp, every Friday. Booking is essential on 028 313 1000 or bookings@themarine.co.za. The Marine | 17:00 – 19:00 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 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 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 homemade sheep and goats’ cheeses to wood-fired ciabattas, pastries and pies, farm-fresh vegetables, freerange eggs, flowers, preserves and deli delights (including gluten-free, wheat-free 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
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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 Ceramic Workshop Well-known sculptor Nanette Ranger presents a ceramic workshop for Hermanus FynArts on ‘Hands’. Her large sculpture, ‘The Hunted’ is part of the 2020 Sculpture on the Cliffs exhibition, and she exhibited a number of her whimsical smaller sculptures, including a variety of hands, in the FynArts Gallery last year. Tickets at R250 pp include tea/coffee. Book via webtickets.co.za or contact Chantel at admin@hermanusfynarts.co.za or 060 957 5371. Foyer, Dutch Reformed Church, Hermanus | 10:00 – 12:30 En Plein Air Painting Workshop Enjoy a morning of painting with like-minded artists on the lawns of the scenic Sumaridge Wine Estate at this FynArts workshop, which will be repeated on Sunday 28 February. The lake, set against the backdrop of vineyards and mountains, and the commanding views stretching to the ocean, provide plenty of inspiration. Artists will be offered the opportunity of exhibiting artworks from these workshops for 14 days through the FynArts Gallery (a commission of 20% will be payable for all artworks sold). Tickets at R100 pp include a glass of wine. Book via webtickets.co.za or contact Chantel at admin@hermanusfynarts.co.za or 060 957 5371. Sumaridge Wines, Upper Hemelen-Aarde Valley | 10:00 – 12:30 (Sat & Sun)
number of local artists who will be painting their second bollard for this very successful project, Artists for Hermanus. FynArts supplies paint in the three primary colours, as well as black and white. All artists are requested to submit a sketch of their proposed painting to Chantel at admin@hermanusfynarts.co.za. And for those who are not artists, do pop down and enjoy watching the paintings unfold. This two-day project runs from Saturday to Sunday. Above the Old Harbour, Hermanus | 10:00 – 12:30 (Sat & Sun) 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
Artists for Hermanus – Bollard Painting All artists are invited to join with a
WINE & DINE
Hiram Koopman & Friends Join Bartho Eksteen and family on their farm with super-talented saxophonist Hiram Koopman for a day of old-fashioned hospitality, fabulous music, great food and superb wines. Safety precautions and social distancing protocols will be observed at this open-air performance. To book at R350 pp, contact mana@hermanus. co.za or 072 323 5060. Bartho Eksteen Wines, Hemel-enAarde Valley | 16:00
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SUNDAY
Floral Workshop Learn how to make a ‘tussie mussie’ with Yvette Steyn-Churchman of Kelkiewyn Florist in Caledon. Following on her very successful FynArts Christmas wreath-making workshop, Yvette will show you how to ‘say it with flowers’ by guiding you through the fascinating intricacies of herbs, flowers and colours. Each small posy will reveal a special message through the flowers and foliage you select. Tickets at R250 pp can be booked via webtickets.co.za or contact Chantel at admin@hermanusfynarts.co.za or 060 957 5371. The Wine Glass, Harbour Road, Hermanus | 10:00 – 12:30
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FRIDAY
Neuroplasticity & Creativity Workshop Join Dr Arien van der Merwe from The Green Healing Space in Hermanus for a learn-play-grow experience where you’ll learn all about how to use your whole brain for optimal mental functioning and wellbeing. The workshop will include fun activities and refreshments. All materials will be supplied. Limited tickets available at R350 pp due to Covid-19 precautions and safe distancing. To book, contact Hermanus@DrArien.co.za or 067 116 6111. Fernkloof Hall | 09:30 – 13:00
