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29 MAY 2019

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On Endangered Species Day celebrated this year on May 17, the crew of Dyer Island Cruises together with the African Penguin and Seabird Sanctuary, released an African penguin, to the joy of the guests on board.

This penguin was experiencing arrested moult, which is when the annual moult does not complete, due to inadequate nutrition. He was nursed back to health and the moult process completed. The penguin was released closer to Dyer Island.

PHOTO: Jax Bath Dyer Island Cruises

Fernkloof plan opens for comment Writer De Waal Steyn The long-awaited Draft Fernkloof Protected Area Management Plan (PAMP) will be open for public comment from Friday 31 May. The public participation process with regard to the management of the Fernkloof Nature Reserve (FNR) follows a revision of the plan after a public outcry over the original plan that was made available for public comment in September 2017.

A public meeting in October 2017 drew more than 500 people who strongly opposed plans to allow limited development inside the

boundaries of the reserve. At the time, more than 400 letters of objection were received by the municipality and more than 16 000 people opposed to the plan signed an online petition.

According to the original draft management plan, zip-lining down the Fernkloof valley, a tea garden on top of Rotary Way or a cableway were amongst the attractions that could have been accommodated in the future.

That plan was compiled by Withers Environmental Consultants and

Urban Dynamics Town and Regional Planners in conjunction with the municipality and other local role players.

Apart from making provision for possible tourist attractions, the plan also allowed for the extension of the reserve by another 231 ha that would have included parts of the Cliff Path in Westcliff, Maanskynbaai, the Grotto area at Grotto Beach, a portion of land on the mountain side of Gateway Centre and a section of land north of Rotary Way close to the Preekstoel Water Treatment Plant.

These areas are still incorporated in the draft PAMP.

The new draft PAMP was drawn up by Liezl de Villiers, Environmental Manager of the Overstrand Municipality, after incorporating comments from the public and other role players, such as the Fernkloof Advisory Board (FAB), CapeNature and the Botanical Society.

The draft was also changed in order to comply with the structures and standards set by CapeNature for the management of nature reserves.

According to municipal Director of Infrastructure and Planning, Stephen Müller, the plan has been overhauled

to incorporate not only the comments received but also to comply with all the relevant legislation.

“This is the second round of public participation around the management plan and only after this round will the relevant comments be added, and the proposal put to council for approval. The idea is that once this plan forms part of the bigger Integrated Management Plan (IDP) of the municipality it can be used as the basis for applying for a budget for the management of the reserve,” he said.

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Money is now the biggest challenge From P 1 An advertisement for the opening of the comment period states that the FNR surrounds and it's closely integrated with the coastal tourist town of Hermanus. “In addition to the delivery of important ecosystem services, the FNR is also a source of outdoor recreation and spiritual and cultural wellbeing for visitors and the inhabitants of Hermanus, thereby contributing significantly to eco-cultural tourism in the Overstrand municipal area.

“The development of a management plan is a requirement of the National Environmental Management: Protected Areas Act. This Protected Area Management Plan (PAMP) is a revision of the 2001 ‘Fernkloof Nature Reserve Management Plan, incorporating the Mossel River Valley, Maanschynbaai, a section of the Cliff Path and Hoy’s Koppie’.

“When preparing a management plan for a protected area, the management authority concerned must consult municipalities, other organs of state, local communities and other interested and affected parties which have, or may have, an interest in the area. This is the second public participation process calling for public input,” the advertisement states.

Fernkloof Advisory Board chair, Duncan Heard, said the board is happy with the new plan in principle.

“There was quite a bit that needed to be done after the initial public participation process in 2017. It has

taken a long time to get to this point, but I am confident we now have a workable plan. As a matter of fact, I think the plan is on a par with other provincial, national and even international reserve management plans.”

PHOTO: Paula Combrink

Heard said some changes to the maps contained in the plan were still being completed. “The maps are an integral part of the plan as they show where possible future development can take place. We understand that some developments are necessary, but the new PAMP and maps will enable us to move away from any ad hoc development taking place in future.”

At the initial public meeting in 2017, the municipality indicated that the size of the Potential Development Management Unit (PDMU) will be reconsidered, after several people objected to its size and location, which extends high up into the mountains of the reserve.

Heard said the biggest challenge now is to find the funding to implement the plan. “It is of no use to have a plan on a par with the best in the world but there is no money to ensure that it is executed. Nature reserves need money to operate. The running costs of a nature reserve are high and if we do not find the money to implement the PAMP, the future of the FNR will hang in the balance.”

Pat Miller of the Hermanus Botanical Society said the notion that nature reserves and other natural attractions must attract their own funding is out-

dated. “To say that reserves must pay their own way is absolute nonsense.

They pay their way by simply being there. These places draw visitors to our towns and thus generate income for the whole community. Placing something like a restaurant within a reserve to assist with funding is self-defeating, as it simply moves money away from establishments in towns that are already under economic pressure. We need to be aware of this and guard against something like this happening to the FNR,” she said.

Heard said they take the management of the FNR very seriously, and

through this plan, they aim to ensure not only the future preservation of our exceptional natural kingdom, but also create the opportunity for more people to visit the reserve, encouraging them to cultivate respect for nature and its continued conservation.

“It is essential for the public to comment again. Residents of the Overstrand are passionate about their reserve and they need to have input in the final plan before it is approved by council. It is important to keep in mind that these processes take some time to complete,” said Heard.

The PAMP will be available for inspec-

tion during normal office hours at the Hermanus, Gansbaai and Kleinmond Libraries from 31 May 2019 to 30 June 2019 for public review. The document can also be viewed on the municipal website at www.overstrand.gov.za - Strategic Documents – Environmental Management folder.

Interested and affected parties are hereby invited to submit written comments (quoting municipal notice number) to the Overstrand Municipality, Environmental Section by ordinary mail to PO Box 20, Hermanus 7200 or via e-mail to ldevilliers@overstrand.gov.za.

Parking marshals on patrol again After a few weeks of free parking, parking management operations resumed in the Hermanus CBD on Thursday morning, 21 May 2019.

Typically, the parking tariffs are R1 for 15 minutes; R2 for 30 minutes (or part thereof ); and R4 per hour on Mondays to Fridays between the hours of 08:30 and 16:00. On Saturdays, parking marshals work from 08:30 to 13:00. Parking will be free of charge on Sundays and public holidays.

Parking attendants are dressed in black, wear yellow safety bibs and all

have electronic machines that print a slip, indicating the time spent and paid for.

In the evenings and on Sundays as well as public holidays, when there are no parking attendants, fees do not apply. You do not have to pay local car gua rds (dressed in green, orange or yellow fluorescent safety vests) but can tip them for the time spent watching your car. This is optional – and gratefully accepted by those less fortunate, trying to earn their keep.

Parking is paid for upfront to one of

the marshals assigned to that parking area. If your stay is longer than expected, you can settle the outstanding amount with the parking attendant when you return to your vehicle.

In addition, free parking is available at Hoy's Koppie (opposite Checkers); on the grounds of the NG Church, Hermanus; and at Gearing’s Point.

Remember, parking fees, levied by shopping centres such as Woolworths and Checkers on their own private land, are determined by the

operators of those centres as these are not municipal property.

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Parking disks Business owners have the option to obtain a permanent parking disk from AfriServ at a cost of R320 per month.

AfriServ offices are at 12 Royal Street, Hermanus.

Complaints Complaints regarding parking marshals can be directed to: Muneeb Slamang on 021 418 4000 or muneeb@afripark.co.za; or site supervisor Fishani Nkhonjera on 078 847 8120 or fishani@afrilandscapes.co.za, between 08:00 and 16:30.

Should you not have the relevant parking marshal’s name, quote the date and time and state the area.

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Winde’s cabinet: out with the old and in with the new... and the recycled Writer Raphael da Silva

with regards to land ownership.

Premier Winde also announced that his Office will also house an economic war room to deal with the challenges faced in growing business, investment and jobs across our province, including in less established areas of the province. Proactively looking into the severe red tape challenges facing the private sector will be one of the first priorities he said.

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ith a commitment to reduce the Western Cape Government from 13 departments to ten or 11, an agreement by the appointed Ministers to undergo lifestyle audits, and the incorporation of tourism into the finance and economic opportunities portfolio, Premier Alan Winde, last week, announced his new Cabinet, a mixture of familiar and new faces.

"I have taken the decision to work toward the reduction of departments in the Western Cape. These changes will be effected in the months to come, following a process of review which will include ministers and officials, to ensure that we are able to do more for our residents with the public funds entrusted to us," said Premier Winde in a statement.

The Village NEWS reached out to Minister Maynier with a set of questions about his new portfolio. He has promised he will answer them this week.

Western Cape premier Alan Winde with his new cabinet, from left, David Maynier, Anroux Marais, Albert Fritz, Anton Bredell, Bonginkosi Madikizela, Premier Alan Winde, Ivan Meyer, Nomafrench Mbombo, Debbie Schafer, Sharna Fernandez and Tertius Simmons.

Winde also said, "These ministers have all agreed and support my decision to undergo a lifestyle audit as part of my pledge to build on our good governance track record by setting a new standard for anti-corruption."

ately apparent when the new Ministers were first announced, Premier Winde confirmed to The Village NEWS that tourism will be incorporated into the finance and economic opportunities portfolio. A Member of Parliament since 2009, David Maynier, the appointed Minister, has now moved to represent the Democratic Alliance in the Western Cape.

But in a move that was not immedi-

For Overberg residents, the reap-

pointments of Debbie Schafer to the education portfolio and Nomafrench Mbombo to health will be reassuring and a welcome continuity. Residents will also be happy that Anton Bredell remains in local government, environmental affairs and development planning.

However, with Bonginkosi Madikizela moving from human settlements to the transport and public works

portfolio, Paradise Park residents, in Hermanus, will be hoping that the impetus to agreeing to a partial land sale with the owner will not be lost by the new Minister, Tertius Simmer.

Likewise, with MEC Ivan Meyer moving from finance to agriculture, the farming community will be looking for leadership and a strong voice of support from the Western Cape with the national government, particularly

On the local front Mayor Dudley Coetzee has announced the following adjustments to his Mayoral Committee effective from 1 May 2019. The committee was understaffed with one member holding two portfolios.

The new member of the committee is Cllr Grant Cohen from Kleinmond.

The composition of the restructured committee is: Finance: Riana De Coning, Management Services: Andrew Komani, Local Economic Development and Tourism: Kari Brice, Law Enforcement: Arnie Africa, Community Services: Grant Cohen and Infrastructure and Planning: Elnora Gillion.

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Meeting the winemakers Soak up the region

with ChillGuru

Writer & Photographer Hedda Mittner Wine Village and Distell hosted a ‘Meeting the Winemaker’ evening last week at The Class Room, where wine lovers had the opportunity to engage with the winemakers from Nederburg, Durbanville Hills, Alto, Allesverloren, Fleur du Cap, Zonnebloem, Plaisir de Merle, The Bergkelder Vinoteque and Pongrácz.

Among these brands are some of South Africa’s most historical and best-known names in wine, such as Nederburg with its rich history dating back to 1791. Paul du Toit of the Wine Village praised the winemakers for continuing to be innovative and ensuring that these brands remain relevant in today’s competitive wine industry.

Writer Raphael da Silva

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hillGuru, the Hermanus sightseeing bus company, is introducing the Big 5 Taste Safari that comprise three, full-day tours that will explore the gems of Hermanus, Stanford and Bot River.

Thys Scriven, the manager of Sandown Blues in Kleinmond, brought his staff to the tasting to learn more about wine from the winemakers themselves. From left are Pierre du Toit, Sivuyile Libazi, Eddie Chaparadza, Ruby Oncker and Dylan Plaatjies

“The Big 5 Taste Safari is a gastronomic tour of our area for guests to really soak up the region and its picturesque scenery, while enjoying an awesome taste extravaganza,” says Brennan Davis, one of the co-owners of ChillGuru. “We will use our beautiful blue bus and informed guides, to keep the tourist experience real and engaging.”

Tours start at 09:30 with five stops before ending with lunch and returning to Hermanus around 15.30. Every tour has stops for wine and beer tastings, and also includes tastings of olive oil, honey, cheese, gin or grappa.

The Hermanus tour has a stop at an Abalone farm, given its importance to the region, and at Zwelihle Youth Cafe for coffee, cake and a tour, allowing visitors to have a glimpse of ‘township life’.

Winemaker Niel Bester from Plaisir de Merle pours Bern van Niekerk a tasting of the estate’s Cabernet Sauvignon.

While well-known favourites such as Gabrielskloof Wines, Zesty Lemon Restaurant and Sumaridge Wine Estate are part of each tour, one of the main goals is to introduce visitors to small businesses that are producing unique regional products.

“We are continually working on ways to make Hermanus and surrounds a more attractive destination – and give people another reason to stay longer. During winter, this is essential, but our tours will be a funfilled and engaging option for visitors, all year round,” says Brennan.

Tours will begin on 27 May 2019 and are family friendly. Each of the three tours will be offered twice a week. Ticket prices: Adults R795, Pensioners R695, Under 18 R395. Prices do not include the cost of lunch.

For further information call 082 700 4163, email info@chillguru.com or visit www.chillguru.com ABOVE: Paul Loake, CEO of Birkenhead Brewery and Walker Bay Estate was among the guests who attended the launch of the ChillGuru Big 5 Taste Safari.

LEFT: Raphael da Silva enjoys a drink with Frieda Lloyd, manager of Cape Whale Coast Tourism to toast the ChillGuru's exciting new venture.

ABOVE: Deputy Mayor Elnora Gillion (right) and her husband, Craig (left), with Cathy and Paul du Toit of the Wine Village.

RIGHT: Among the local guests at the ‘Meeting the Winemaker’ evening at The Class Room were Trudi Koeleman and David Botha.

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FROM THE EDITOR Let’s celebrate our Overberg winters Traditionally, the hospitality industry in the Overberg has been punctuated by three months of inactivity during the winter.

Restaurants are cautioned to squirrel away money to ensure that they survive what is often referred to as the ‘hibernation’, a time when residents are happy to stay at home curled up in a blanket, with a glass of wine, in front of the fire. But times have changed. This is no longer a region predominantly made up of holiday homes. Today, most properties are permanently occupied, resulting in an economy that

operates all year long. Electricians, for example, used to look forward to winter as a time when they could “park off ” for a few months, confident that business would be roaring from September onwards.

But speak to them now and they will tell you that they have customers all year round and, given the morbid state of the South African economy, they can in any case not afford to take time off since they aren’t sure how well they will do in the ‘season’.

Like those in the building industry, folk in the hospitality trade and tourism can no longer afford to take

it easy and assume that the shortfall will be made up in the summer. Times are tough, everywhere in the world.

But, more importantly, we are missing the opportunity to really market the Overberg – a region that presents itself beautifully in winter.

Only Greyton and Genadendal take advantage of just how magical the month of May is with the Classics for All Festival. June, July and August are jubilant months. This is when Hermanus hosts the world-class FynArts Festival; Napier the Wine & Patatfees; Onrus the Kalfiefees; and

we are blessed with the arrival of the whales.

Yet, for some reason, it is only during the Whale Festival at the end of September that we actually sit up and really take notice of these magnificent creatures.

There is so much more we can do to attract visitors from over the mountain, and globally, during this time of year. And we must if we want to conquer the winter blues.

This is the good news - Ed.

Wine Snobbery: Do Whites Cross the Red Line?

A Far Kraai

By Murray Stewart

together without blushing. Who on earth thinks up this jargon? Is there thevillagemuze@gmail.com perhaps an international winemakers' competition, an annual ‘think-tank’ to find who can create the most pretentious descriptions of flavour, aroma Being residents in a famous and hue? Some are as priceless as the wine-growing area, management at wine itself. the Duck ’n Fiddle agreed that we needed to further educate ourselves One varietal apparently produces a in the field of fine wining and dining. tantalizing nose of peach and apple So, in the hope of providing our with a delicate lasting finish, while jaded palates with at least a veneer others, crimson in colour, deliver of sophistication, we attended a few hints of pepper and spices, with wine-tasting demonstrations over the understated oak nuances. Another past couple of months. boldly claims to maintain a minerality throughout – whatever that means – Well, the blokes who explain the with a lingering buttered toast finish. subtleties between the different Huh? wines they’re punting are obviously very chuffed with their achievements. We were delighted, however, to They are after all the winemakers and discover that we all have somecan spot a Sauvignon Blanc from a thing called a mid-palate. We would Savour your Plonk at ten paces. never have known this if we weren’t informed that some wines are flat, They launch into insightful discusviscous and flabby, causing a fat sions about the prevailing conditions mid-palate, while others are elegant, influencing a cultivar, like the soil, smooth and feminine, creating a silky sun, sea breezes and the age of the one. Since I am now acutely aware vines, all of which we’re meant to of this neglected organ I intend to absorb, appreciate and savour in the exercise it whenever possible – come thimbles of wine they pour us. flab or silk.

I was astounded by the enticing adjectives some of them string

Some winemakers though, find themselves over a barrel when

compelled to produce the flavours promised on their labels, and to make assurances doubly sure, they secretly chuck a few tins of plum, orange or pineapple juice into the mix – even grape sometimes. The flavour combinations are as varied as the winemaker’s imagination and what’s on the supermarket specials – mint, vanilla, nutmeg, cinnamon – choices are endless, just print it on the label.

Now this might get up the noses of some dyed-in-the-wool wine connoisseurs who’ve heard these types of stories before, but here goes anyway…

Fred Brochet, a viticulturist from the University of Bordeaux in France did a survey with 54 students of oenology (wine science), to study the terminology bandied about by wine snobs.

He gave them each a glass of red and a glass of white, and asked them to describe their flavours. The white was referred to with terms like honey, citrus, floral and peach, while the reds had words like raspberry, cherry, cedar, chicory and oak.

A week later he once again gave them each a white and a red to taste.

The two wines were actually the same white wine as before, but one

was dyed red with tasteless food colouring. The white was described similarly to the first tasting. However the white-dyed-red wine elicited terms commonly ascribed to reds.

Oops. The eye deceived the nose and palate.

Okay, so they weren’t connoisseurs yet, but some who are were also bamboozled by another test. This time the fundis were blindfolded, and managed to describe some chilled reds as full-bodied whites, while room-temperature whites were deemed to be robust young reds.

Temperature deceived the palate.

Anyway, enough about delicate noses and silky mid-palates with lingering minerality, and back to reality for some home truths.

In wine there is wisdom. In beer there is freedom. In water there is bacteria. Wine is constant proof that God loves us and loves to see us happy, so here’s a tip to enjoying a good wine: 1. Open a bottle to allow it to breathe.

2. If it doesn’t look like it’s breathing, give it mouth-to-mouth.

A meal without wine is called breakfast.

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29 May 2019

LET’S TALK

Lagoon 'not a simple matter' I was asked to comment on the article in The Village NEWS dated 15 May 2019 regarding the Onrus Estuary (Water quality of Onrus lagoon under the spotlight).

Let’s start with Dr Van Niekerk’s proposal to re-classify the estuary as a fresh-water system.

Please note that Dr Van Niekerk is not a microbiologist. He can therefore not be considered an expert in this field – nor can I. In his proposal Dr Van Niekerk makes the statement that the Onrus Estuary is a “fresh water dominated system”.

that a recommendation like this can only be made using data collected over at least five years.

The District Municipality (the authority in charge of testing our recreational water) has, to date, not accepted Dr Van Niekerk’s proposal.

Currently, it seems unlikely that it ever will. This means that the high enterococci readings cannot be discarded, as Dr Van Niekerk suggests.

The Onrus Estuary water therefore still falls in the ‘poor’ category – not acceptable for full-contact recreation.

They do have a high tolerance for fresh water but will die if the water remains completely fresh for extended periods of time. Van Niekerk wants to apply standards for pure, fresh water on a water body that undeniably has some salt in it.

Yet, in the May 2019 Onrus Ratepayers’ Association Newsletter, Dr Van Niekerk assures the public that the Onrus Estuary is safe for full-contact recreational use. I quote: “Analysing the results over the past 12 months has shown a marked improvement - so much so that the lagoon waters can be classified as generally acceptable for full-contact recreation.” This is not true. Enterrococci levels are still not within acceptable limits.

As stated above, Dr Van Niekerk’s proposal has not been accepted by the relevant authority.

He, therefore, does not have the authority to make this claim.

As can be seen, it is not a simple matter. Dr Van Niekerk is also basing his recommendations on a single year’s data, collected during a very dry period. In scientific circles it has been suggested

Regarding work done on the sewage systems that might affect our estuarine health, I will just mention the facts that Dr Van Niekerk fails to mention in his report:

While most people agree with this, it cannot be denied that a lot of seawater runs into the estuary at times, giving quite high spikes in salinity.

You also get confirmed salt-water fish species living in the estuary, such as sand gobies, mullets and springers.

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The long proclaimed new pump station and replacement line for the Kidbrooke system were scheduled for construction during 2018. Yet, the tender was only put out in 2019. Up to date work has not even started on this project. The official reason for this delay is that one of the applicants appealed.

Question remains why this tender was only put out in 2019 when it was approved in 2016; and scheduled for construction in 2018.

The testing of septic tanks that could be leaking into our estuary has come to a grinding halt. There are currently no plans to do any further testing. Problems with tanks that have been tested and proclaimed up to standard by the municipality, have also shown up, casting doubt on the testing procedure.

There are currently no plans to build an emergency storage facility for the Onrus main pumping station in the foreseeable future. This was recommended in 1999 by V3 Consulting Engineers but has been consistently ignored by our municipality. Environmental protocol deems this a necessity for a sewage system in an environmentally sensitive area, such as the bed of the Onrus River.

How the municipality can simply decide not to do this is questionable.

The municipality has admitted there are soak-away systems in the Glen Fruin Development (on the bank of the Onrus River) but

Baboon management a matter of urgency Concerned residents overflowed from a packed Fernkloof Hall at The Hermanus Baboon Action Group’s (HBAG) successful public meeting on Tuesday 21 May. Guest speakers were the highly qualified and experienced UCT Professor Justin O Riain, Department of Biological Sciences, an expert in baboon behavioural studies and ecology, and a human/wildlife conflict specialist; as well as Dr Phil Richardson, PhD Zoology, a specialist in managing baboon/human conflict.

The professor indicated that the meeting reminded him of similar circumstances when Simon’s Town residents reached the same level of frustration with raiding baboons in the residential areas. The community co-ordinated a process of funding and appointed a service provider to manage the baboons – humanely encouraging them to return to their natural habitat in the reserve areas, away from suburbia. The success of the programme has been repeated in many other areas of the Cape Pen-

insula, and now continues with annual funding from the City of Cape Town. Excellent, accurate records indicate the baboons are now kept out of suburbia for more than 98% of the time, and have been over many years. Dr Phil Richardson explained how the programme was implemented, through the use of tags, collars, virtual fence beacons and monitors.

Residents posed various questions to the two speakers and the Hermanus Baboon Action Group made the closing statement, encouraging the community to keep informed, to keep focused on the objectives of the HBAG, and to ‘up speak’ the Hermanus area as a desirable destination for tourism and investment, rather than to ‘down speak’ and be negative about the baboon issues. A positive approach to solving the current impasse with the various authorities has to take place urgently.

HBAG will meet with the mayor and his various departments, shortly, to establish a more transparent information process. Several

conflicting statements have been made in the media regarding a promised budget for baboon monitoring – each time the amount is different.

Clarity, transparency and a firm commitment from the authorities are required before the HBAG can proceed with the next phase of the campaign, which is to return the baboon monitors, reconnect the existing beacons and update the system.

The HBAG initiative continues to investigate various funding options and monitoring procedures and is well positioned to work with the community to make the changes necessary for a new approach to baboon management in Hermanus.

A public-private-partnership initiative could be a solution too.For further information, contact: Hermanus Baboons Action Group; info@hermanusbaboons.co.za: www.hermanusbaboons.co.za; or on the Facebook page hermanusbaboons.

Pat Redford

it has no plans to remove these. Glen Fruin is also not connected to the sewer line running towards the Schulphoek treatment plant.

Soak-away systems are illegal in a municipal area – and even more questionable on a riverbank Another concerning matter not mentioned is the municipal plan to build another 1 400 houses on the eastern riverbank of the Onrus River, called the Van Der Sand Development. More houses mean more sewage. Surely, no new development should be allowed until the Onrus sewage system fully complies with environmental protocol and indicator readings are within acceptable limits?

Please note that the sporadic contamination of the Onrus River Estuary has been coming for more than 20 years and has led to severe frustration for residents and visitors. It is high time the municipality comes to the party and properly address these issues.

And finally – someone has tampered with the water-quality sign next to the Onrus Estuary.

The tick, indicating that the water quality is ‘poor’, has been scratched out. (See attached photo) No one seems to be doing anything about this either.

Anton Kruger

Moving on after three decades Arina joins me in greeting Hermanus and its people. On 2 June we would have been here for 33 years, but we are leaving on 31 May. We experienced, and survived, much while living here and the absolute highlight for us was the 23 years managing Walker Bay Recycling. We had hard times, we had good times, and we concluded it as a success.

To all the people of Hermanus who supported us over the years, we’d like to extend our heartfelt thanks.

And last, but not least, thank you very, very much to our staff – without whom we would have been nothing.

Best regards to all.

Jan van Niekerk

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the Iranian Air flight 655, an Airbus A300, en route over the Persian Gulf.

This talk will focus on the importance of maintaining a state of situational awareness of the commander of the forces in the area, and also looks at the outcomes of the disaster for the people concerned.

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Whalers Athletics Club Join the Whalers for their weekly time trials, every Thursday afternoon.

Runners and walkers of all ages are welcome. Choose between a 3 km, 5 km or 8 km route.

Meet at Hermanus Country Market | 17:30

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Think & Drink Join Stanford Conservation Trust’s fun quiz evening, every last Thursday of the month. Only R150 (bring your own wine) includes a delicious meal and a R50 donation to the trust for the upkeep of Stanford’s beautiful Wandelpad. Get friends and family together to form a team of eight or join a table on the night. To book, contact Marian at stanfordconservationtrust@ gmail.com or 083 303 4330.

Tikka Palace, Queen Victoria St, Stanford | 18:30 for 19:00 Rotary Club of Hermanus Visitors are welcome at Rotary’s weekly meetings, every Thursday.

Contact Frank on 082 870 1187 to confirm your attendance.

Mollergren Park, Main Road, Hermanus | 19:00

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Hermanus Hacking Group Volunteers are welcome to join the HHG, every Friday morning, on Rotary Way. For more information contact Charlyn Vosloo on 082 558 8731 or charlynvosloo@gmail.com Rotary Way | 07:15 – 09:30 Bhuki Café Everyone is welcome at Friends of the Library's Bhuki Cafe where a cup of tea or coffee and delicious eats will cost only R25, every Friday. Each cup helps to raise funds for new books.

Hermanus Library | 09:00 – 11:30 Music lecture The second in U3A’s new series on composers will focus on Hector Berlioz, presented by Johan Radloff.

Johan will give an overview of Berlioz’s life, including some interesting comments about his work by other composers and writers. The presentation will also feature several compositions, including the Second Movement, Un Bal Valse from Symphonie Fantastique Op 14; Marche pour la presentation aux drapeaux from Te Deum Op 22; and the Rakoczy March from La Damnation de Faust Op 24.

Catholic Church Hall | 10:00 Stanford Sunset Market This much-loved, local and lekker outdoor market brings friends and family, good food and wine, live music, gifts, crafts, books and charities all together on the Market Square, every last Friday of the month.

Locally-sourcing vendors who fly the eco-banner high are given preference and every effort is made to keep waste and non-recyclable rubbish to a minimum. Plenty of parking and seating. This will be the last Sunset Market of the season, returning on 27 September.

Stanford Market Square | 18:00 – 20:00

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Graze Farmer’s Market Reduce your carbon footprint and get your fresh veggies – always seasonal, always fresh. Stay for coffee and breakfast. For more info, call Tabby & Alex on 076 243 1930.

Graze Slow Food Café, Stanford | 09:00 – 12:00 Home Industries Market Get your fresh micro-greens, home-processed and home-baked goodies at this family- and pet-friendly market, every Wednesday. New vendors are welcome. Contact Lani on 082 679 7819 or visit www.afdaksrivier.co.za Café Tango & Afdaksrivier Nursery | 09:30 – 12:30 Social Night Ride Join Village Cycles and #MondayMonday for a recreational 20 km Night Ride up the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley.

You’ll be greeted with a cup of MondayMonday coffee and be briefed on the route. Advanced riders will leave first. Ensure you bring your own lights. For more information on the trail rules and permits, contact Village Cycles on info@villagecycles.co.za or 028 316 3418.

Village Cycles, Hemel-en-Aarde Village | 18:00 Rewind Join Soul Café every Friday night and relax to the tunes of their resident band, Rewind, as they perform all your favourite hits from the ‘60s, ‘70s and ‘80s. Entry fee R50 pp. Enjoy the Burger Special with a 500ml Beer for R99. Call 028 313 2137 to book.

Soul Café, 181 Main Road, Hermanus | 20:00

Die Markie Where local and international foodies and wine lovers meet. You’ll find real plates and real cutlery; real cups and real glasses; a real hangout for real people.

Hermanuspietersfontein wine cellar | 09:00 – 13:00 Stanford Saturday Morning Market Come and sample the artisanal delights on display, from home-made sheep and goats’ cheeses to cured meats, farm-fresh vegetables and deli delights to tantalise your taste buds!

Stanford Hotel Stoep | 09:00 – 12:00

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Hermanus Varsity Update Join U3A Overberg for a presentation on the Hermanus Varsity Trust: Where are we? By Dr Michelle Serfontein.

Catholic Church Hall | 10:00 Duplicate Bridge All who enjoy playing bridge are welcome to join in, every Monday.

For more information, contact Riekie Louw on 028 314 0662.

Fernkloof Hall | 13:00 Cosmology Join the Hermanus Astronomy Centre for a presentation on Natural Philosophy: Science for the non-Scientist. For more information, contact pierre@ hermanus.co.za Catholic Church Hall | 19:00

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Naval Triumphs and Disasters U3A presents a talk on Iranian Air Flight 655 – Misunderstanding in the Battle Area. In 1988 the United States cruiser USS VINCENNES shot down

Jo Martin Live Enjoy the honest, heartfelt music of this popular performer at Hermanus’ best-loved live music venue. Call 028 312 4665 to book.

The Gecko Bar, Hermanus New Harbour | 20:30 – 23:00

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Hermanus parkrun Meet for the weekly 5 km timed walk or run, come rain or shine. Run for your own enjoyment at your own pace. The route is dog friendly and children are most welcome.

Camphill Road, Hemel-en-Aarde Valley | 08:00

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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

BMX Race Another fun race for the whole family, hosted by the Overberg BMX Club.

Come and join the ride, or just cheer on the riders. For more information on the event or on how to become a member, contact Rickus 064 785 9417.

BMX Track (behind the new sports club) | 11:00

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Grape Expectations Join The Wine Glass for their ‘Easy Wednesdays’ wine tasting and spend an evening in the company of Wilhelm Pienaar, winemaker of Hermanuspietersfontein. Arrive to welcoming drinks and canapes, followed by a talk and tasting. The cost is R195 pp for two courses with wine and dessert canapes. Early reservation is essential as the event is limited to 40 tickets. Contact 082 082 0007 or foh@thewineglass.guru The Wine Glass, 2 Harbour Rd | 18:30 Hermanus Photographic Society Visitors are welcome to join the society’s meetings on the first Wednesday of every month. Topics to be covered will include this month’s photographic competition on the theme ‘Abstract’, and final preparations for the FynArts photographic exhibition. Refreshments will be served during the interval. For more information, contact Elizma Fourie on info@hermanusphoto.co.za or 082 499 5116.

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he 2019 Series of Performances offers a rich choice of music, dance and theatre in a programme with something for everyone. The line-up includes lunchtime, afternoon and evening concerts in a wide range of venues, from private homes to churches, and for the first time, the Curro school hall. This year the festival showcases large orchestras, smaller ensembles and bands, a choir and well-known soloists. Dance includes both ballet and Spanish, and for the theatre-goer there are three one-man shows.

OPENING CONCERT: MOSTLY MOZART

TRAINING OF A DANCER SUNDAY 9 JUNE 11:00

FRIDAY 7 JUNE 19:00 Cameron Williams (saxophone), Shannon Thebus (horn), FynArts Festival Orchestra conducted by Richard Cock Venue: Dutch Reformed Church, Hermanus Tickets: First five rows R250 / Limited view and scholars R130 / All other seats R185 An amazing event which brings together our fabulous FynArts Festival Orchestra with two very bright stars in the rising generation of young artists in South Africa. Cameron was the winner of the ATKV competition last year, and is a natural performer on the saxophone. He plays the fiendish Glazunov saxophone concerto with incredible aplomb, while Shannon has chosen the most popular of the Mozart Horn Concertos to show off his skills. The Orchestra will complete the sandwich with a Mozart Overture, Il Re Pastore, and the programme ends with the pinnacle of the Classical era, the Jupiter Symphony, one of the marvels of music. Richard Cock will as usual introduce the music, put it all in context... and conduct!

THIS IS WOODEN MUSIC SATURDAY 8 JUNE 12:30 Hatchetman: Jono Tait and Matt Catto Venue: 64 Fernkloof Village, Fir Avenue Tickets: R175 Two-part harmony not heard since the days of Crosby, Stills & Nash. This duo combined their prodigious musical and vocal talents to form Hatchetman, a band that cuts straight to the heart with songs on life, love, and most things in between. Their soaring harmonies along with their honesty, and a willingness to explore the darker and more tender sides of the human condition, set the band apart from many of its contemporaries.

OLÉ - SPANISH SPECTACULAR SATURDAY 8 JUNE 19:00 Bongani Khubeka (Bass/Baritone), Carli Bresser (Spanish Dance), James Grace (Guitar) and the FynArts Festival Orchestra conducted by Richard Cock Venue: Curro School Hall Tickets: First Five Rows R250 / Limited view and scholars R130 / All other seats R185 Spanish music, like Spanish people, is full of fire and colour. From Carmen to Flamenco, and Ritual Fire Dance, Richard Cock will lead the orchestra as they set Hermanus alight with vibrant rhythms and stamping footsteps in the best Spanish traditions. It will be a feast for the eyes and the ears!

An interactive and fun session offering insight into the training that dancers undergo Venue: Municipal Auditorium Tickets: R120 adults / R50 children / R180 groups (1 adult plus two children) By popular request, this entertaining and informative lecture-demonstration that affords a peep behind the curtain of the day-to-day class taken by professional dancers, is back on the programme. It is an ideal event for both children and adults. The audience will be introduced to balletic mime and there will be a demonstration of the art of pas de deux.

Children will be invited onto the stage to try out some of the lifts and partner work, aided by the male dancers. The company will show excerpts from the actual FynArts performance, showcasing the various styles of dance, from the more classical to present-day modern styles of dance.

tional experience of music can be intensified by juxtaposing starkly contrasting moods, or opposing perspectives on the same subject.

The Cape Town-based husband-and-wife duo promises a concert of remarkable variety featuring the music of, amongst others, Tromboncino, Merula, Monteverdi, Kapsperger, Dowland and Campion.

ORGAN RECITAL MONDAY 10 JUNE 12:30 Louna Stofberg and Winand Grundling Venue: Dutch Reformed Church, Hermanus Tickets: R130 Enjoy a programme of beautiful organ music played by our own Hermanus organist, Louna Stofberg, and well-known Stellenbosch organist, Winand Grundling. Both are solo artists in their own right, and have joined forces for this unique programme. Works will include duets for organ, duets for piano and organ, as well as solo works composed by Guilmant and Saint-Saëns.

CAPE TOWN CITY BALLET

PLANET MIRTH

SUNDAY 9 JUNE 18:00

MONDAY 10 JUNE 19:00

The Cape Town City Ballet returns to FynArts with a programme of dance that highlights the interaction between two dancers Venue: Municipal Auditorium Tickets: R185 / scholars R120 (Please note that the matinee performance at 14:00 is sold out.)

The programme includes some of the most famous pas de deux in the classical repertoire, from Giselle and Romeo and Juliet to The Sleeping Beauty. The lesser-known ballet, The Little Mermaid, choreographed by Adam Sage, Artistic Director of Ballets Philippine, is also on the programme. A more contemporary work, written recently by French dancer, Maxime Quiroga, and called Left Aside, will feature in the second half of the programme, along with pas de deux from the Sean Bovim ballet, Swingtime, performed to music of the swinging, big band era of the 1930s, such as Unforgettable, Under my Skin and The Way You look Tonight.

CHIAROSCURO SUNDAY 9 JUNE 15:00 Lente Louw (mezzo soprano) and Uwe Grosser (lute, theorbo) Venue: St Peter's Church Tickets: R130 Please note that the date, time and venue for this event have changed since the programme booklet was printed. Above are the correct details.

This programme of music from the 16th and 17th centuries aims to show how our emo-

Alan Committie takes a funny look at everything… in High Definition!

Venue: Auditorium Tickets: R180 Alan presents a docu-comedy in the highest definition and promises everything we have come to love about his brand of comic madness, infectious energy and physical hi-jinx, combined with witty wordplay and hysterical observations. Our planet has never been in a more precarious state, and that makes it ripe for Alan to unpack how we got here, where we are and how the heck we are ever going to move forward. Covering Despacito, hiking, sign language and Macro shopping, this show will rock your world!

MY MIRIAM MAKEBA STORY TUESDAY 11 JUNE 19:00 Sima Mashazi Venue: Municipal Auditorium Tickets: R175 Rising star Sima Mashazi performed the role of the young Makeba in the first musical about Mama Africa which toured the USA and SA. In her own show, Sima shares the themes in Makeba’s music and life that touched her and bear similarities to her own journey. In this tribute to a historical figure who spoke truth through her lyrics and gave hope to so many, amidst her own struggles, the audience can expect world-famous hits like Phatha Phatha and lesser-known gems like Suliram, an Indonesian lullaby.

R750pp | 15 June | 12pm Come and enjoy the fusion of art, wine and food as we celebrate

Art Three Ways in association with Hermanus FynArts Price includes welcoming drinks and canapes, art exhibition walkabout with world renowned artist Floris van Zyl, storytelling, wine, private dining with 4 course menu and a creative twist as a surprise.

Book Now: Contact: 087 357 0637 - info@benguelacove.co.za | Visit: www.benguelacove.co.za

PERFORMANCES – MUSIC, BALLET, THEATRE TRIO DU CAP CLASSIQUE WEDNESDAY 12 JUNE 12:30 Liesl Stoltz (flute), David Pinoit (cello) and François du Toit (piano) Venue: 64 Fernkloof Village, Fir Avenue Tickets: R175 Please note that tickets to this performance are sold out but festivalgoers are welcome to place their names on the waiting list in case of cancellations.

WITH A SONG IN MY HEART WEDNESDAY 12 JUNE 19:00 Minette du Toit Pearce (mezzo soprano), Nombulelo Yende (soprano) and Philippus Hugo (accompanist) Venue: Municipal Auditorium Tickets: R175 These two award-winning soloists will perform a programme of mostly duos from operettas, musicals and the opera, accompanied by Philippus, well-known pianist from the Overberg. The audience will be treated to, amongst others, the Barcarolle from The Tales of Hoffmann, The Flower Duet from Lakmé, Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Pie Jesu, and the humorous Cats’ Duet by Rossini. The concert is produced by Ilse Schürmann.

SUPPER CLUB: MUSICAL MENU WITH CHARL DU PLESSIS THURSDAY 13 JUNE 18:00 Culinary and musical mastery join forces in the hands of pianist and foodie, Charl du Plessis Venue: Dutch Reformed Church, Onrus Tickets: R485 (includes 3-course supper and wine) A solo piano recital and music pairing – all curated by the pianist. Charl’s menu, prepared by chef Daniel of CanD’s Kitchen and accompanied by wines from Hermanuspietersfontein, will include a splash of classical piano, a decent dollop of jazz, some spontaneous improvisations intertwined with quiz questions to test your general musical knowledge. Enjoy an evening of sensory delights with tastes and sounds to suit the sophisticated ear and the discerning palate.

MUSICAL THEATRE MEMORY LANE FRIDAY 14 JUNE 15:00 Roland Perold Venue: Municipal Auditorium Tickets: R130 Roland leads this trip down memory lane from the piano, exploring hits from the Golden Age of Musical Theatre featuring iconic composers such as Bernstein, Gershwin, Rodgers & Hammerstein, Sondheim and others. Armed with his deep love of the genre, Roland shares anecdotes and asks important questions, like: Why is it that characters in musicals burst into song? And just how do you solve a problem like Maria?

THE ECHO OF A NOISE FRIDAY 14 JUNE 19:00 A one-man memoir with Pieter-Dirk Uys Venue: Hermanus High School Hall Tickets: First five rows R285 / Scholars R100 / All other seats R190 Pieter-Dirk, South Africa’s foremost satirist, sits on a barstool wearing his black beanie and his ‘Almost Famous’ sweatshirt. The audience sits on the edge of their seats listening to the great influences in his life: his father Hannes Uys and mother Helga Bassel, and his unlikely penfriend, the beautiful Sophia Loren. Pieter-Dirk’s masterful storytelling, wit and wisdom are generously shared as he takes his audiences into his confidence, breaks the rules and crosses boundaries – as he has done from the moment he first stepped on stage in the 1970s. He has always used humour as a ‘weapon of mass distraction’ and describes the laughter he evoked as a relief from the fears that shaped South African society in 1950s, ‘60s, ‘70s, and ‘80s.

SENSATIONS THREE SATURDAY 15 JUNE 12:30 Nicole van Wyk, David Jones, Emilio Lorenzo Venue: St Peter’s Anglican Church Tickets: R130 The newly-formed Stellenbosch University Percussion Trio, studying under Suzette Brits, will take you on a journey from the arid wildernesses of Africa to the lands of Europe and Asia.

With an array of instruments at their disposal, they will ignite all sorts of sensations in a thought-provoking and enjoyable experience.

All members of the ensemble are soloists in their own right and have performed in various concerts over the years.

CLASS(Y) CLOWN SATURDAY 15 JUNE 14:00 Alan Committie Venue: Municipal Auditorium Tickets: R180 / scholars R130 We are living in the age of bewilderment.

Class(y) Clown explores what we have learnt, what we must still understand and how we can keep sane… Using his experience as a onetime school teacher, Alan will be re-educating audiences about the hilariously and precariously fragile state of the world. Fluctuating from duvets to Afrikaans departments, Class(y) Clown promises textbook laughs. Miss this and go straight to detention!

KAREN ZOID LIVE IN CONCERT SATURDAY 15 JUNE 19:00 Venue: Curro School Hall Tickets: First five rows R250 / Last five rows and scholars R130 / All other seats R180 Karen Zoid has become such an important part of the home-grown scene that her name is now the byword for emotionally charged, downright incendiary South African rock music. What’s more, throughout a career spanning more than

ten years, Karen has managed that unusual and frequently tricky feat of balancing popular appeal with critical praise; of securing an audience of both Afrikaans and English speakers, and of retaining her individuality in a market known for its desire for sameness. Her ability to write gorgeous, delicately rendered songs, her unmistakable voice, razor-sharp lyrics and super-charged rock energy make her a one-ofa-kind performer.

WHEN I FALL IN LOVE SUNDAY 16 JUNE 13:30 The Parktown Singers, directed by Marnus Greyling Venue: United Church Tickets: R130 Please note that the time of this performance has changed to 13:30 since the programme booklet was printed.

This impressive quintet performs close harmony unaccompanied and unplugged. This will be the Parktown Singers’ first appearance at the FynArts festival. Their uplifting concert programme ranges from madrigals and ballads to much-loved pop and jazz classics. It includes fabulous arrangements by renowned composer Billy Joubert, who also sings in the group.

SAXOPHONE À LA FRANÇAISE SUNDAY 16 JUNE 19:00 Adam Campbell (saxophone) and Peter Cartwright (piano) Venue: Municipal Auditorium Tickets: R175 / scholars R90 Apart from American jazz, the saxophone is almost completely associated with France. Important composers, saxophonists and general musical influences all come from the land of Impressionism and Romance. The duo presents an entirely French programme such as has not previously been heard in Hermanus. This concert, including Debussy, Ravel and Milhaud, offers a brief and delicate degustation of French culture and the history of the saxophone during the 19th and 20th centuries.

CLOSING CONCERT: CLASSIC JAZZ IN THE CAPE MONDAY 17 JUNE 14:00 The Dixie Swingers Venue: Dutch Reformed Church, Onrus Tickets: R130 This traditional jazz band started in 2003 when five like-minded musos saw the need for a ‘classic’ jazz band similar to the New Orleans Dixieland. This acoustic band comprises some of Cape Town’s top jazz performers who play well-known Dixieland and swing music from the 1920s, ‘30s, ’40’s and ‘50s.

BOOKINGS: Hermanus Tourism Bureau 028 312 2629 / 060 957 5371 www.webtickets.co.za www.hermanusfynarts.co.za

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he number of art exhibitions and art-related events at Hermanus FynArts 2019 has almost doubled since the festival debuted in 2013. Highlights on the programme include the large FynArts group exhibitions: Sculpture on the Cliffs, which this year focuses on abstraction rather than figurative work; the Colours of Clay exhibition of contemporary ceramics; the Art of Thread exhibition of fibre art, Shades and Tones; and the exhibition of tondis by the finalists in the Tollman Bouchard Finlayson Art Award. Special festival exhibitions will also be hosted on several wine farms and in local art galleries in Hermanus.

GROUP EXHIBITIONS HARMONY - AN EXHIBITION OF TONDI: WINNERS AND FINALISTS OF THE TOLLMAN BOUCHARD FINLAYSON ART AWARD Venue: Bouchard Finlayson Winery, Hemelen-Aarde Valley Daily walkabouts with festival intern 11:00 The tondi art competition is one of the highlights of the FynArts Festival and is sponsored

by Tollman Bouchard Finlayson for the sixth consecutive year. The artworks are displayed on the barrelheads of award-winning barrels of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc in a unique setting in the cellar of the Bouchard Finlayson Winery. Circular paintings, referred to as tondi, date back to Greek antiquity and again became popular during the Renaissance. The theme of this year’s contemporary tondi exhibition is ‘Harmony’. The works are a maximum diameter of 60 cm and make use of various types of media, including paper, ceramic, mosaic, metal-work, photography, digitally/mechanically produced and photo-based works. Sculpture/3-dimensional works are also accepted.

COLOURS OF CLAY - CONTEMPORARY CERAMICS EXHIBITION Opening: Saturday 8 June 10:30 Venue: Windsor Hotel This exhibition of contemporary works by 32 ceramicists is curated by Liz Coates and the guest speaker at the opening will be Tiffany Wallace.

The participating artists include Ann Marais, Carin Dorrington, Charmaine Haines, Christine Williams, Dale Lambert, Diane Heesom Greene, Eunice Botes, Frank van Reenen, Hennie Meyer, Jo Roets, Katja Abbott, Margot Rudolph, Mark Chapman, Muller Ballot, Martin Haines, Nici

Brockwell, Pride Moyo, Rae Goosen, Samantha Read, Tiffany Wallace, and Wiebke von Bismarck.

Archaeologists have uncovered ceramics, in the form of animal and human figurines and slabs, dating back to at least 24 000 BC. While the purpose of these ceramics is unclear, they are thought not to have been utilitarian. The first use of functional pottery vessels is thought to be in 9 000 BC and were most likely used to hold and store grain and other foods. ‘Colours of Clay’ is open to the public daily from 09:00 – 17:00.

SCULPTURE ON THE CLIFFS ABSTRAKT 2019 Opening: Saturday 8 June 12:30 Venue: Gearing’s Point, Walkabout This group exhibition curated by Gordon Froud focuses on the notion of abstraction rather than on figurative work. Abstraction is about form, shape, colour, texture, pattern and suggestion rather than the realistic portrayal of a subject matter. This might lead to abstract thought such as the metaphysical; how does one portray emotion or feeling or the idea of transcendence? The range of 10 artists from across South Africa spans the black/white/ male/female parameters, which allows the works to speak with a non-racial and non-gendered voice, transporting the viewer to another place, realm or headspace – hopefully one of quietness, contemplation and beauty.

ART IN THE AUDITORIUM Venue: Dutch Reformed Church, Hermanus Please note that this venue has changed and the exhibition will no longer be in the Municipal Auditorium.

The artists taking part in Sculpture on the Cliffs have again been invited to exhibit smaller

sculptures in the Auditorium. The 2019 sculptors are Carol Kuhn, Ian Redelinghuys, Izanne Wiid, Kgaogelo Mashilo, Rodan Kane Hart, Sandile Radebe, Sifiso Mkhabela, Sophia van Wyk, Sybrand Wiechers and Thulani Zondo.

ART OF THREAD EXHIBITION SHADES AND TONES Open daily 09:00 - 17:00 Venue: Municipal Auditorium Banqueting Hall Please note that due to the Hermanus Varsity having moved into the Old Synagogue building, the venue for this exhibition had to be changed to the Municipal Auditorium.

An exhibition of work by 33 fibre artists, curated

by Dal Botha. Fibre art is an original exploration of a concept that experiments with textile manipulation, colour, texture and a diversity of mixed media. The artists interpret a piece of music or song that inspires them, in various fibres and textiles.

FYNARTS FESTIVAL ARTIST PHILLEMON HLUNGWANI - NWANSATI WA MATIMBA A NGA HELI MONGO (A STRONG WOMAN NEVER GIVES UP) Opening: Saturday 8 June 14:00 Walkabout with the artist Sunday 11 June at 11:00; Daily walkabouts with festival intern at 11:00 Venue: FynArts Gallery, The Courtyard, 2 Harbour Road In this exhibition, curated by Trent Read, Phillemon Hlungwani returns to the etching press which is his first love and whose arcane and ancient skills he has mastered. He also reprises a theme which is seminal to understanding who he is as a person and as an artist. Raised in a ru-

ral African village by a mother widowed young, he grew up watching women work so that they and their families would survive. In the unrelenting labour of these women, Hlungwani sees both love and redemption in their purest sense.

In some of his complex and technically brilliant etchings he makes delicate use of hand colouring, thus emphasising the femininity of his subjects. These works have been made with the assistance of master printer Pontsho Sikhosana and her team at the Artist Proof Studio. The exhibition is presented in association within Knysna Fine Art and Everard Read Gallery.

EXHIBITIONS ON HERMANUS WINE ROUTE ATARAXIA - TAY DALL: ON THE OTHER SIDE When Tay paints she imagines that ‘on the other side’, beneath the surface of the canvas, is a wall, a barrier, a divide between this side of the imagination and another side of reality. In this series she explores a place where ghostly shadows of tonality swirl chaotically through rivers of viscous colour, trails of bright ebbing energy, and cascading clouds of ethereal translucent light.

BENGUELA COVE - FLORIS VAN ZYL: ANIMALIA The series of work explores our animal side, our instincts, our fears and our survival in shared environments. It also explores our connectedness as beings on higher levels through symbolism and technique. Our urge to be in groups or to find partners, love and affection, the whole spectrum of Animalia.

CREATION - NANETTE RANGER: INTEGRATION@CREATION The conceptual premise of respect and connec-

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tion with Earth at Creation finds immediate resonance with Nanette. Her work seeks to explore and reflect on the metaphysical power gained from a personal immersion in the natural world.

It considers the duality of this connection and the possibility of re-connecting with an intrinsic self. It is a sculptural exploration of the natural synergies and syntheses of art, food and wine.

NEWTON JOHNSON - GILL ALLDERMAN: REPRESENTING THE BRIDGES OF PARIS These artworks were completed in Paris during an art residency at the International Cité des Arts. The 37 Parisian bridges, each with their own character, history, defining lines and structure, dominate the city. Gill painted 27 of the bridges, suggesting a parallel between history, freedom of movement and the beauty of Paris in a contemporary style. She aimed to create an ‘almost silk-screen look of the ‘70s to capture the essence of each bridge using a pre-digital, old school-style stencil, for lettering the names of the bridges, and dynamic colour.’

LA VIERGE - CAROLE CARR: SYNCHRONICITY Carole’s love of nature’s gatherings and groupings inspired her to create suspended sculptures that attempt to capture birds, fish and more, moving in unison. Carole sculpts individual pieces, makes moulds and casts them to resemble either ceramic or sandblasted glass, suspending or mounting the pieces in patterns as though capturing them in a frozen moment in time. This exhibition will also feature smaller, portable groups of birds, fish and leaves.

WHALEHAVEN - STANISLAW TZREBINSKI: CORAL Stanislaw’s primary inspiration is nature, more intimately the ocean. The exhibition will include a few of his highly evocative, ocean-inspired works. Collected by buyers from around the world, this multi-faceted artist uses coral and other shapes that are sampled from nature to abstract the human form. Guests will be welcomed with a free tasting of Whalehaven Abalone wines.

EXHIBITIONS IN LOCAL GALLERIES FORTY X 40 - LITTLE TREASURES A group exhibition of paintings and ceramics by various artists.

GETA FINLAYSON STUDIO - CONTRASTS IN TEXTURE A jewellery exhibition of individually designed and handcrafted pieces, using silver, gold and semi-precious stones, pearls or abalone shell.

ORIGINALS ART GALLERY - TALE OF A WHALE A humorous series of illustrations by resident artist Terry Kobus celebrating the ‘Gentle Giants’ that visit Hermanus’ Walker Bay each year.

PURE SOUTH - WEIGHTLESS IN WATER A group exhibition of artworks and ceramics

by Christine Williams, Eunice Botes, Margot Rudolph, Renee Gerstner, Rika Senekal, Sheila Huth, Sue Whitmore and Tania Babb.

WHALE MUSEUM - FOUR SEASONS A group exhibition by the members of the Hermanus Art Circle.

STUDIO G - COMBINATIONS Curated by sculptor Gerhard van Niekerk, this group exhibition includes works by a number of leading South African contemporary artists.

HERMAN SWART HALL, DUTCH REFORMED CHURCH HERMANUS - THROUGH THE LENS A group exhibition of photographs by members of the Hermanus Photographic Society, showing a variety of styles and categories, from the reality of wildlife and street photography to the altered reality of black and white, and even abstract.

THE BOOK COLLECTOR - SOUTH AFRICAN HISTORY BOOKS A selection of collectible and out-of-print works on Southern Africa will be on display, including history books on topics ranging from the Boer War and Die Groot Trek to Apartheid and The Struggle, political biographies, and top South African artists, photographers and writers.

KUNSKANTOOR (1) - EMBO (OUR ROOTS) A Keiskamma Art Project group exhibition, presenting four large embroideries in hand-dyed wool depicting Eastern Cape indigenous forest scenes of four different Xhosa cultural events occurring in rural areas.

VOLMOED RETREAT - OUR ENVIRONMENT A group exhibition of works by the Volmoed artists will be on display in the Volmoed Art Room and can be viewed daily from 10:00 16:00.

KUNSKANTOOR (2) - SITTING PRETTY An exhibition of works by Bastiaan van Stenis and Karlien de Villiers that explores the genre of non-traditional portraiture.

LIZE ART GALLERY - BEDAZZLED A joint exhibition of works by Anton Burger and Lize van der Walt.

MAKIWA GALLERY - MAKIWA MUTOMBA AND GUESTS A Contemporary Artisan Art exhibition featuring the works of resident artist, Makiwa and a few established South African artists have been selected for this exhibition.

Maggie Laubser, Janie R400 000 – 600 000 To be sold in Cape Town on 7 October 2019

ART & VINE EXPLORER TOUR Daily at 10:00 (12 June SOLD OUT) Departure: Whalehaven Winery Tickets: R380 Enjoy a leisurely drive on a Wine Hoppers safari vehicle through the Hemel-enAarde Valley, stopping off at five participating wine farms that each present an art exhibition during FynArts – Whalehaven, Bouchard Finlayson, La Vierge, Ataraxia and Creation. A festival intern will accompany the tour and share insights into the wineries, artists and exhibitions.

PRIVATE COLLECTIONS TOUR Tuesday 11 June & Thursday 13 June 11:00 Departure: Hermanus Tourism Bureau Tickets: R750 – including transport, a welcome drink and 3-course meal.

ENLIGHTEN EDUCATION TRUST - SPONTANEOUS EXPRESSION A group exhibition featuring the work of children and young teenagers from Zwelihle. Local themes are depicted through mixed media, collage, drawing, printing, painting, frottage and ceramic.

MEET THE ARTISTS TOUR Meet a variety of local artists in their own homes or studios. Each tour includes transport, three visits and refreshments at one venue.

Departure: Hermanus Tourism Bureau Tickets: R230

South African Art • Silver • Oriental Ceramics

Monday 10 June 2019 at 11am Municipal Auditorium, Hermanus Auction Insight conducted by Bina Genovese, Joint MD, Strauss & Co R85 per person Bookings: www.hermanusfynarts.co.za

CHILLGURU TOUR Daily 11:00 Departure: Gearing’s Point Tickets: R250 The tour will start at the Sculpture on the Cliffs exhibition where a student intern will take visitors on a guided walk around the 2019 sculptures before boarding the ChillGuru bus. Enjoy a relaxing, scenic drive along the coast, through the New Harbour and into Zwelihle, with a short stop at the RDP Centre. A fun way to get to know Hermanus!

WALKERBAY ART GALLERY - BE AWAKENED, BE TRANSFORMED, BE ENLIGHTENED An intriguing body of work by Mandy Herdien focusing on the moods and essence of the city.

Cape Town inspires Mandy’s powerful streetscenes, rich in expression, atmosphere and impact.

Valuation Day and Lectures in Hermanus LECTURES Sunday 09 June 2019 at 11am Terrace Room, Marine Hotel Ten Years of Decorative Arts conducted by Vanessa Phillips, Joint MD, Strauss & Co

WALKABOUTS AND TOURS

VALUATION DAY Monday 10 June 2019, 10am to 3pm The Marine Hotel, Marine Drive For an appointment please call 021 683 6560 R20 per item. Proceeds will beneit the FynArts Development Fund www.straussart.co.za Enjoy a Marine High Tea @ R155.00 per person served from 10.30am to 5pm Maggie Laubser, Blou Voël R400 000 – 600 000 To be sold in Cape Town on 7 October 2019

Strauss & Co: The global leader in the South African art market

PROGRAMME

6 Friday 7 June

Saturday 8 June

Sunday 9 June

15:00

ALGIERS Venue: Movie-Go-Round Vintage Theatre at Romantiques Tickets: R45 per ticket

09:30

FYNARTS LEGACY AWARD: SINDIWE MAGONA Venue: Auditorium Tickets: R85

09:30

IN CONVERSATION: THE POWER OF ART THERAPY Venue: Terrace Room, The Marine Hotel Tickets: R85

10:00 19:00

OPENING CONCERT MOSTLY MOZART Venue: Dutch Reformed Church, Hermanus Tickets: First Five Rows R250 Limited view and scholars R130 All other seats: R185

COMPOSITION IN ART Venue: Windsor Hotel Tickets: R1 600 | 3 days – includes refreshments and a light lunch

10:00

HEADWORK: A SCULPTURE Venue: Creative Notions Tickets: R560 | full day – includes all materials, refreshments and a light lunch

HEADWORK: A SCULPTURE Venue: Creative Notions SOLD OUT

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11:00

12:30

Talks 14:00

Readings 15:00

Demonstration 15:30

Wine Tastings Movies Children

BLEND PERFUME WITH ESSENTIAL OILS Venue: Private house c/o 2nd St and 10th Ave, Voëlklip Tickets: R775 | half day – includes full perfume kit, instructions and equipment

19:00

THIS IS WOODEN MUSIC Venue: 64 Fernkloof Village, Fir Avenue Tickets: R175

DRAWINGS FOR PROJECTION: WILLIAM KENTRIDGE (3) Venue: Auditorium Tickets: R85/session or R200 for the full series of three pre sentations OLÉ - SPANISH SPECTACULAR Venue: Curro School Hall Tickets: First Five Rows R250 Limited view and scholars R130 All other seats R185

09:30

COURAGE DOESN’T ALWAYS ROAR Venue: Auditorium Tickets: R85 10:00

DESIGN AND CRAFT A RING Venue: Private home at 20 Yellowwood, Chanteclair Tickets: R400 | half day

11:00

TRAINING OF A DANCER Venue: Auditorium Tickets: R120 (adults); R50 (children); R180 (group: 1 adult plus two children)

10:00

MAKE AND BAKE Venue: Learn to Earn Tickets: R275 Repeats at 14:00

PERSONALITIES OF PINOTAGE Venue: United Church Hall Tickets: R140

TEN YEARS OF DECORATIVE ARTS Venue: Terrace Room, The Marine Hotel Tickets: R85 14:00

15:00 BETWEEN DREAMS AND REALITIES - A HISTORY OF THE SOUTH AFRICAN NATIONAL GALLERY Venue: Terrace Room, The Marine Hotel Tickets: R85 15:00

CHIAROSCURO Venue: St Peter's Church Tickets: R130

16:00

COURAGE DOESN’T ALWAYS ROAR Venue: Windsor Hotel SOLD OUT

18:00

BALLET - CAPE TOWN CITY BALLET Venue: Auditorium Tickets: R185 | R120 (scholars)

HISTORIC TREES OF THE CAPE Venue: Auditorium Tickets: R85 GOOD MOOD FOOD Venue: United Church Hall Tickets: R140

12:30

GIN REVOLUTION @ FYNARTS Venue: The Classroom, Hemel-en-Aarde Village Tickets: R180

BALLET - CAPE TOWN CITY BALLET Venue: Auditorium Matinee SOLD OUT

INTRO TO CELLPHONE PHOTOGRAPHY Venue: Windsor Hotel Tickets: R300 | half day WHAT IS TRAVEL WRITING? Venue: Windsor Hotel Tickets: R1 000 | two days

BEHIND THE SCENES AT STRAUSS & CO Venue: Auditorium Tickets: R85

ORGAN RECITAL Venue: Dutch Reformed Church, Hermanus Tickets: R130

THE HISTORY AND MEANING OF ICONS Venue: Auditorium Tickets: R85 MAKE AUTHENTIC JAPANESE SUSHI Venue: LB Seafood Bistro Tickets: R300 | half day

ORIGAMI: A LESSON IN PAPER Venue: Hermanus Golf Club Tickets: R575 | full day

12:30

DRAWINGS FOR PROJECTION: WILLIAM KENTRIDGE (2) Venue: Auditorium Tickets: R85/session or R200 for the full series of three presentations A PLACE IN THE SUN Venue: Movie-Go-Round Vintage Theatre at Romantiques Tickets: R45

PEOPLE, CULTURE, PLACE Venue: Terrace Room, The Marine Hotel Tickets: R85

Tuesday 11 June

11:00 11:00

EXPLORE THE PALETTE OF PINOT NOIR Venue: Whalehaven WInery Tickets: R200

Performance

Workshop

DRAWINGS FOR PROJECTION: WILLIAM KENTRIDGE (1) Venue: Auditorium Tickets: R85/session or R200 for the full series of three presentations

09:30

ADVANCED CELLPHONE PHOTOGRAPHY Venue: Windsor Hotel Tickets: R300 | half day

INTRODUCTION TO CELLPHONE PHOTOGRAPHY Venue: Windsor Hotel Tickets: R300 | half day

BOOKINGS:

Monday 10 June

BRANDY EXPLORATION Venue: The Classroom Tickets: R180 LIFESTYLE ENVIRONMENTAL LUNCH Venue: La Pentola Restaurant Tickets: R250

WOMAN TO WOMAN Venue: The Marine Hotel Tickets: R200

14:00

THE OTHER STORY Venue: The Marine Hotel Tickets: R85

DAVID GRIER Venue: United Church Hall Tickets: R140

15:00

BO-KAAP COOKING TOUR Venue: United Church Hall Tickets: R140

KIND HEARTS AND CORONETS Venue: Movie-Go-Round Vintage Theatre at Romantiques Tickets: R45 17:00

SOUTHERN WRITE Venue: Windsor Hotel Tickets: R85

19:00

PLANET MIRTH Venue: Auditorium Tickets: R180

AND THEN THERE WERE NONE Venue: Romantiques Tickets: R45 16:00

UNDER-COVER STARS ON A SECRET MISSION Venue: Creation Tickets: R180

17:00

50 YEARS WITH THE ROOISAND HORSES Venue: Harbour House Hotel Tickets: R85

19:00

MY MIRIAM MAKEBA STORY Venue: Auditorium Tickets: R175

PERFORMANCES - MUSIC, BALLET, THEATRE | 117 PROGRAMME Wednesday 12 June

Thursday 13 June

09:30

REFLECTIONS ON DESIGN Venue: Auditorium Tickets: R85

10:00

10:00

ADVANCED CELLPHONE PHOTOGRAPHY Venue: Windsor Hotel Tickets: R300 | half day

11:00

12:30

15:00

TEA AT THE TEA TERRACE Venue: Benguela Cove Tickets: R200 PAMELA CHURCHILL: WHO WAS SHE? Venue: Auditorium Tickets: R85 TRIO DU CAP CLASSIQUE Venue: 64 Fernkloof Village, Fir Avenue Tickets: R175

14:00

HONEST CHOCOLATE Venue: United Church Tickets: R140

15:00

MY FAIR LADY Venue: Romantiques Tickets: R45 17:00

19:00

POETRY AND PORT Venue: 7 on Marine Tickets: R85 WITH A SONG IN MY HEART Venue: Auditorium Tickets: R175

IN CONVERSATION: DAVID HIGGS Venue: Auditorium Tickets: R85

10:00

BEACH CALLIGRAPHY Venue: Meet at Dutchies, Grotto Beach Tickets: R250 | half day

10:00

CALLIGRAPHY FOR WAKANDA Venue: Creative Notions Tickets: R220 | half day

INTRO TO DECOUPAGE Venue: Creative Notions Tickets: R575 | full day

ABAGOLD CHOIR Venue: Dutchies Restaurant, Grotto Beach Tickets: R150 – includes a light lunch

11:00

17:00

15:00

WHIPPING UP A CULINARY STORM Venue: Auditorium Tickets: R85

18:00

16:30

17:00

THE ECHO OF A NOISE Venue: Hermanus High School Tickets: First five rows R285 | scholars R100 | all other seats R190

BLEND PERFUME WITH FYNBOS ESSENTIAL OILS Venue: c/o 2nd St and 10th Ave, Voëlklip Tickets: R775 | half day

11:00

ENCOUNTERING THE OTHER THROUGH THE ARTS Venue: The Marine Hotel Tickets: R85 A SNAPSHOT OF MÉTHODE CAP CLASSIQUE Venue: The Wine Glass TIckets: R140

WHEN I FALL IN LOVE Venue: United Church Tickets: R130

A HAT, A KAYAK, AND DREAMS OF DAR Venue: Auditorium Tickets: R85

14:00

ACTING OUT WITH SINDIWE MAGONA Venue: Windsor Hotel Tickets: R50

A SNAPSHOT OF CHENIN BLANC Venue: The Wine Glass TIckets: R140

15:00

HOMAGE TO LEONARD COHEN Venue: Auditorium Tickets: R120

12:30

SENSATIONS THREE Venue: St Peter's Church Tickets: R130

19:00

SAXOPHONE À LA FRANÇAISE Venue: Auditorium Tickets: R175 | scholars R90

14:00

CLASS(Y) CLOWN Venue: Auditorium Tickets: R180 | scholars R130

11:00

FREE ROAMING HORSES OF THE OVERBERG Venue: Windsor Hotel Tickets: R85

Monday 17 June 10:00

WAX-CARVING JEWELLERY Venue: 20 Yellowwood, Chanteclair Tickets: R350 | half day BENGUELA COVE ADVENTURE GOLF Venue: Benguela Cove Tickets: R150 (includes golf, burger, chips and a soft drink) Hourly until 14:00

15:00

NAPOLEON DYNAMITE Venue: Romantiques Tickets: R45

16:00

ASTONISH! Venue: Auditorium Tickets: children R60 | adults R100

11:00

A SNAPSHOT OF PINOTAGE Venue: The Wine Glass Tickets: R140

FILM: KROTOA Venue: Auditorium Tickets: R85

14:00

CLOSING CONCERT CLASSIC JAZZ IN THE CAPE Venue: Dutch Reformed Church, Onrus Tickets: R130

17:00

19:00 19:00

10:00

13:30

HIP HOP (for 6-8 years) Venue: Grobbelaar Hall Tickets: R50 (9-12 years at 11:00)

MEMOIR AND MULLED WINE Venue: Windsor Hotel Tickets: R85 A SNAPSHOT OF THE SWARTLAND Venue: The Wine Glass TIckets: R140

WHAT KIND OF PRESIDENT WILL THE 2019 ELECTIONS DELIVER? Venue: Auditorium Tickets: R85

FOOD AND WINE PAIRING Venue: La Pentola Restaurant Tickets: R330

WUTHERING HEIGHTS Venue: Romantiques Tickets: R45 WILLIAM THE WHALE Venue: Auditorium Tickets: R50 (children), R75 (adults)

09:30

12:30

MARBLE Venue: United Church Hall Tickets: R140

ICHTHYOLOGY AND A GLASS OF WHITE Venue: Windsor Hotel Tickets: R85

SUPPER CLUB: MUSICAL MENU WITH CHARL DU PLESSIS Venue: Dutch Reformed Church, Onrus Tickets: R485 – includes 3-course supper & wine

FLOODED-ICING Venue: 7 on Marine Tickets: R350 | half day

MUSICAL THEATRE MEMORY LANE Venue: Auditorium Tickets: R130 BEACH CALLIGRAPHY FOR TEENS Venue: Meet at Dutchies, Grotto Beach Tickets: R250 | half day

AUTHENTIC ITALIAN MOZZERELLA Venue: United Church Hall Tickets: R140

A SNAPSHOT OF HEMEL-ENAARDE Venue: The Wine Glass TIckets: R140

EXPLORE THE 'WILD' OVERBERG WITH KNIFE & FORK Venue: United Church Hall Tickets: R140

TANNIE EVIT'AS COMMITTIE OF ENQUIRY Venue: Grobbelaar Hall Tickets: R85

Sunday 16 June

DESIGN AND CRAFT A RING Venue: 20 Yellowwood, Chanteclair Tickets: R400 | half day

A SNAPSHOT OF CONSTANTIA Venue: The Wine Glass TIckets: R140

12 ANGRY MEN Venue: Romantiques Tickets: R45 16:30

PALETTE KNIFE IN THE USE OF OILS Venue: Volmoed, Hemel-en-Aarde Valley Tickets: R300 | half day

AN INTRODUCTION TO BOTANICAL ART Venue: TBA Tickets: R1 150 | two days

EXPLORE THE PALETTE OF PINOT NOIR Venue: Whalehaven WInery Tickets: R200 12:30

11:00

09:30

DISCOVERING THE PLEASURE OF WINE Venue: The Wine Glass TIckets: R140

FOOD & WINE PAIRING Venue: Creation Tickets: R140 10:30

MY LIFE WITH PRIMA BALLERINA PHYLLIS SPIRA Venue: Auditorium Tickets: R85

WALTZING WITH ROMMEL Venue: United Church Tickets: R85 SIMPLY DELICIOUS FOOD Venue: United Church Hall Tickets: R140

Saturday 15 May

09:30

CAKE DECORATING Venue: RDP Village, off Mbeki Road, Zwelihle Tickets: R275 Repeats at 14:00

WATERCOLOUR BASICS Venue: Creative Notions Tickets: R550 | full day CALLIGRAPHY: RHYTHM AND MOVEMENT Venue: Meet at Dutchies, Grotto Beach Tickets: R1 200 | two days – includes paper ink, refreshments and a light lunch. A beginner-pen can be purchased at the workshop for approximately R170.

WRITING POETRY: AN INTRODUCTION Venue: Windsor Hotel Tickets: R550 | full day – includes refreshments and a light lunch

Friday 14 June

KAREN ZOID LIVE IN CONCERT Venue: Curro School Hall Tickets: First five rows R250 | Last five rows and scholars R130 | All other seats R180

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STRAUSS & CO SERIES OF TALKS AND PRESENTATIONS

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his annual programme of presentations, talks, interviews and discussions is presented in memory of Stephan Welz, former managing director of Strauss & Co, whose name is synonymous with the world of art. His dedication to art education and appreciation is legendary and, as a giant in the South African art world, his professionalism in the promotion of arts was unparalleled. The late Stephan Welz was a firm supporter of Hermanus FynArts from its inception.

FYNARTS LEGACY AWARD PRESENTATION SATURDAY 8 JUNE Christopher Hope will talk to the 2019 recipient, Sindiwe Magona, about her life’s work.

Venue: Municipal Auditorium Tickets: R85 Sindiwe, a teacher, civil servant, novelist, poet, playwright and women’s activist, has received numerous awards for her literary and humanitarian work as well as for her outstanding achievements in literature. As a writer, her work is informed by her experiences of impoverishment, femininity, resistance to subjugation as well as by her roles as domestic worker, mother, wife and community leader in a township.

WILLIAM KENTRIDGE: DRAWINGS FOR PROJECTION SATURDAY 8 JUNE Three sessions introduced by Michael Godby, featuring a number of films and raising points and themes for discussion.

Venue: Auditorium Tickets: R85 / session or R200 for the full series of three presentations Between 1989 and 2011, William Kentridge made ten ‘Drawings for Projection’ – also known after their principal character as ‘The Soho Chronicles’. This period of the artist’s arrival on the world stage coincides with the unfolding political revolution in South Africa. Personal and political themes are intertwined in this series of films, perhaps the artist’s most experimental and deeply felt series of work.

11:00 SESSION 1 Four films will be screened: Johannesburg, 2nd Greatest City after Paris (1989); Monument (1990); Mine (1991); and Sobriety, Obesity and Growing Old (1991). A number of themes will be addressed in this session, including Kentridge’s technique of ‘stone-age film-making’.

14:00 SESSION 2 Three films will be screened: Felix in Exile

(1994); History of the Main Complaint (1996); Weighing and Wanting (1998). Themes to be addressed will include the politics of Kentridge’s ‘Drawings for Projection’; complicity; the personal and the political.

15:30 SESSION 3 The last three films in the series are Stereoscope (1999); Tide Table (2003); and Other Faces (2011). The themes that will be addressed include: the child as father to the man; one’s obligations to others in a depraved world; towards a philosophy of compassion; and farewell to Soho Eckstein.

THE POWER OF ART THERAPY SUNDAY 9 JUNE 09:30 Samantha Davis in conversation with Christelle Webb-Joubert Venue: Terrace Room, The Marine Tickets: R85 Since completing a Masters in Art Psychotherapy, Samantha has worked with a diverse range of people, from adults who struggle with stress, burnout, and depression, to children with ADHD, learning difficulties, behavioural or physical difficulties, trauma and HIV/Aids.

Samantha will talk to Christelle, who currently presents the radio arts programme RSG Kuns, as well as Geestesgesondheid, a programme on mental health.

TEN YEARS OF DECORATIVE ARTS AT STRAUSS & CO SUNDAY 9 JUNE 11:00 Vanessa Phillips Venue: Terrace Room, The Marine Tickets: R85 Vanessa will reflect on the highlights of Decorative Arts showcased and sold at Strauss & Co over the last decade. Examples of significant items and record sales will include Oriental ceramics, silver, furniture, jewellery and important collections.

BETWEEN DREAMS AND REALITIES SUNDAY 9 JUNE 14:00 Marilyn Martin in conversation with Christopher Hope about the History of the South African National Gallery Venue: Terrace Room, The Marine Tickets: R85 The focus of this conversation will be Marilyn’s new book, Between Dreams and Reality, a history of South Africa’s pre-eminent art museum spanning the years 1871 to 2017. A key ambition of the book is to reflect historical circumstances and watershed years, and to consider the aspirations and role of civil society in creating and maintaining a national art institution.

COURAGE DOESN’T ALWAYS ROAR (Repeat) MONDAY 10 JUNE 09:30 David Grier Venue: Municipal Auditorium Tickets: R85 David is the first person to have run the entire length of the Great Wall of China in both directions. He has also run the coast of South Africa, paddled to Madagascar, run the length of Madagascar, India, Ireland, Cuba and Thailand, a total of 25 000 km. He has raised nearly R10 million for Miles of Smiles to facilitate corrective surgery for children born with cleft lips and palate. He is in demand as an international motivational speaker.

PEOPLE, CULTURE, PLACE MONDAY 10 JUNE 09:30 Elana Brundyn’s journey in cultural placemaking in Cape Town Venue: Terrace Room, The Marine Tickets: R85 Elana has always believed in the value of cultural activity as an enriching experience and dreamed about bringing more of it to her own community. After playing her role in launching two prominent museums in South Africa, and

as the Chief Executive Director of the Norval Foundation, a centre for art and cultural expression, she knows the real challenge lies in ‘access for all’ and building the audience/participants to benefit from these institutions.

AUCTION INSIGHT MONDAY 10 JUNE 11:00 Behind the scenes at Strauss & Co with Bina Genovese Venue: Municipal Auditorium Tickets: R85 Bina, the Joint Managing Director of Strauss & Co will discuss the origin and history of auctions through the examination of both local and international examples of auction houses and their record sales. Reflecting on the history of the South African secondary market, she will provide insight into the importance of the auction industry and how it differs from the primary market. The presentation will conclude with a behind-the-scenes view of Strauss & Co and an analysis of how artworks are valued.

WOMAN TO WOMAN MONDAY 10 JUNE 15:00 High Tea with Sindiwe Magona, the 2019 FynArts Legacy Award recipient Venue: The Marine Tickets: R200 Sindiwe is an inspiring figure who is widely recognised for her work on women’s issues, the plight of children and the fight against racism.

As a worker for peaceful change during the struggle years, she was one of the founding members of the Women’s Peace Movement in 1976.

THE HISTORY AND MEANING OF ICONS TUESDAY 11 JUNE 09:30 John de Gruchy Venue: Municipal Auditorium Tickets: R85 In this illustrated talk John will briefly tell the story of Christian iconography from the 3rd

- MUSIC, BALLET, THEATRE | 119 STRAUSS & CO SERIESPERFORMANCES OF TALKS AND PRESENTATIONS century to the Reformation, discuss their symbolism, liturgical use, and significance in the life of the Coptic, Byzantine and Russian Orthodox traditions. He will also discuss the reason why some Christian traditions reject their use for fear of idolatry, but also why there has been a renewal of interest in and use of icons in our time across different traditions.

HISTORIC TREES OF THE CAPE TUESDAY 11 JUNE 11:00 Brita Lomba and Ruth Parker Venue: Municipal Auditorium Tickets: R85 The stories of the indigenous and exotic historic trees of the Cape reflect South Africa’s rich history and diverse cultures. These stories, from the wild almond trees in Van Riebeeck’s Hedge, to the treaty tree in Woodstock, the Outeniqua yellow woods in areas frequented by hunter gatherers, and many more, will be recounted

by Ruth, a conservation botanist. The stories will be accompanied by photographer Brita’s images.

THE OTHER STORY TUESDAY 11 JUNE 14:00 Colleen Naudé in conversation with Judy Dlamini Venue: The Marine Hotel Tickets: R85 In this, her second book, Judy shares conversations with twelve men and women from Africa who have not only achieved success but also contribute to making the continent a better place. They include Richard Maponya, Sizwe Nxasana, Saki Macozoma and Zanele Mbeki. Judy, a medical doctor and businesswoman, has been chancellor of Wits University since December 2018. Colleen also edited Judy’s first book, the bestselling Equal but Different (2016).

REFLECTIONS ON DESIGN WEDNESDAY 12 JUNE 09:30 Harry Poortman Venue: Municipal Auditorium Tickets: R85 Harry is a Dutch designer and architect who headed an international company that spanned three continents. He now lives at the magnificent Haes Farm near Stanford and has appeared on Top Billing and in national and international design magazines. He will present a personal look at creativity as a basis for solutions that fulfil a practical purpose in our complex world, along with eye-opening videos of how design can improve and add value to communities.

much more than just that. In an extraordinary story, combining intrigue, drama, determination and plenty of passion, Joanna will show how Pamela played a major role in influencing the course of history of both England and America. And yet today hardly anybody has ever heard of her – except for those who will never forget her.

WALTZING WITH ROMMEL: DAN PIENAAR OF EL ALAMEIN THURSDAY 13 JUNE 11:00 James Gray Venue: United Church Tickets: R85 Having survived a British Concentration Camp as a child in the Anglo Boer War, Dan Pienaar was an unlikely candidate to be leading the 1st South African Division in the North African Desert War against Field Marshall Rommel’s legendary Afrika Korps. Hailed as ‘the last of the Boer Generals’, Pienaar played an important role in defeating Rommel at the battle of El Alamein in 1942. Who was this Afrikaner General who some tipped to succeed Smuts? And what happened to him?

WHIPPING UP A CULINARY STORM THURSDAY 13 JUNE 14:00 Zola Nene in conversation with Shado Twala Venue: Municipal Auditorium Tickets: R85 Zola is a chef, author and food stylist with an inescapable passion for food and a personality that packs a lot of flavour. She will talk to Shado Twala, popular media personality, about her life, her cookbooks and her television shows, including her latest venture – whipping up hearty meals and sharing warm laughs with South Africa’s brightest stars on her own cooking show, Celeb Feasts with Zola, on Mzansi Magic (DStv 161).

MY LIFE WITH PRIMA BALLERINA ASSOLUTA PHYLLIS SPIRA OMSG FRIDAY 14 JUNE 09:30 Philip Boyd Venue: Municipal Auditorium Tickets: R85 This presentation will cover some aspects of Philip’s life with Phyllis Spira and the unique partnership they had for 34 years. Phyllis Spira was one of the greatest artists South Africa has ever produced: she inspired so many and her life will always be celebrated and honoured.

Some DVD footage will be shown of Phyllis dancing and being interviewed.

PAMELA CHURCHILL: WHO WAS SHE?

TANNIE EVITA’S COMMITTIE OF ENQUIRY

WEDNESDAY 12 JUNE 11:00

FRIDAY 14 JUNE 11:00

Joanna Hardie Venue: Municipal Auditorium Tickets: R85 The Honorable Pamela Churchill was Winston Churchill’s daughter-in-law, but she was so

Evita Bezuidenthout and Alan Committie Venue: Grobbelaar Hall Tickets: R85 Evita Bezuidenhout is still the most famous white woman in South Africa. She is a proud

member of the ANC, in the kitchen of Luthuli House, where she cooks for reconciliation. She believes there is light at the end of the tunnel, although she suspects the tunnel is curved.

Alan Committie, well-known stand-up comedian and actor, will play interrogator/interviewer/ investigator/ comedy stooge to this SA legend.

The result should be hilariously informative. Or the opposite. Or both. Can you afford to miss this?

‘EVERYTHING I DO STARTS HERE.’ SATURDAY 15 JUNE 09:30 David Higgs in conversation with Garth Stroebel Venue: Municipal Auditorium Tickets: R85 David is one of South Africa’s best-known, most awarded and internationally acclaimed chefs who founded Food Cycle, a programme that aims to educate children about the benefits of healthy eating habits and proper nutrition. He is also a founding partner of Marble and Saint Restaurants and a judge on the local reality show My Kitchen Rules SA on M-Net. His first cookbook, Mile 8, was launched in 2018. Hospitality consultant and Executive Chef, Garth, will talk to David about his passions and culinary career.

A HAT, A KAYAK, AND DREAMS OF DAR SATURDAY 15 JUNE 11:00 Terry and Barbara Bell Venue: Municipal Auditorium Tickets: R85 Setting off with a Michelin road map down the River Thames and into spring tides, the Bells got lost in fog, blundered into a nudist colony and missed a scheduled channel crossing. This was followed by some quite idyllic paddling through the waterways of France before striking the Mediterranean in winter, again being caught by fog after having lost their compass overboard. Thirteen years, two continents and two children later, they finally reached Dar es Salaam.

FREE ROAMING HORSES OF THE OVERBERG SATURDAY 15 JUNE 14:00 Leanne Dryburgh Venue: Windsor Hotel Tickets: R85 The Rooisand Horses, which have adapted themselves remarkably well to their environment, have been studied and documented since 1970 and today are monitored by Horse Watch Groups. Where do they come from, what are their breeding patterns and herd dynamics, how do they survive the Cape winters and sometimes dry summers? Horse Watcher and Photographer Leanne Dryburgh will take you through their history with stories, facts and photographs of these national treasures.

WHAT KIND OF PRESIDENT WILL THE 2019 ELECTIONS DELIVER? SUNDAY 16 JUNE 09:30 Tinyiko Maluleke Venue: Municipal Auditorium Tickets: R85 After nine years of a rampant Jacob Zuma presidency and roughly 16 months of a tentative Ramaphosa presidency, in what ways do the 2019 National Election results strengthen, weaken or complicate the presidency? This, and related questions, will be explored by Prof Tinyiko Maluleke, a leading and internationally recognised researcher, specialising in religion and politics.

ENCOUNTERING THE OTHER THROUGH THE ARTS SUNDAY 16 JUNE 11:00 Yvette Hardie Venue: The Marine Tickets: R85 Yvette will explore how theatre and the arts can be a vehicle for changing perceptions, shifting boundaries and creating new communities in places where divisions and suspicion may exist.

As a director, producer, and educator active in the world of theatre, with a focus on children and youth Yvette initiated the launch of ASSITEJ SA, in 2007, the organisation for theatre for young audiences. She is serving her third term as President of the international ASSITEJ, which networks across 100 countries.

POETRY, PERFORMANCE, PILGRIMAGE SUNDAY 16 JUNE 15:00 A homage to Leonard Cohen (1934 – 2016) by Lesley Marx Venue: Municipal Auditorium Tickets: R120 As a poet, Leonard Cohen gave us lyrics that wove together death, desire and the quest for the divine in richly evocative ways. As a performer, he brought wit, elegance and immense charm to the stage. Lesley will pay homage to the late and much-mourned troubadour through film and other media. She has taught English literature and film at the University of Cape Town since the 1980s and was the inaugural director and founder of the Centre for Film and Media Studies in 2003.

FILM: KROTOA MONDAY 17 JUNE 10:00 Venue: Municipal Auditorium Tickets: R85 Krotoa, a bright and feisty 11-year-old girl is removed from her close-knit Khoi tribe to serve her uncle’s trading partner, Jan van Riebeeck.

She grows into an enterprising young woman who masters the Dutch language and culture so well that she rises to become an influential interpreter for Van Riebeeck. At the end of the film Roberta Durrant, the film director, will speak to Christopher Hope about Krotoa.

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here will be no shortage of food and wine events at this year’s FynArts – from special tastings and lunches to food and wine pairings and chefs’ demonstrations, there are plenty of inspiring opportunities to indulge your culinary passions. A firm favourite is the Wine Plus Series of Tutored Tastings, back for the sixth year and again curated by Melvyn Minnaar, but this time at a new venue – The Wine Glass in the centre of town. The presentations also shift toward the end of the festival as a kind of 'wine long weekend'.

EXPLORE THE PALETTE OF PINOT NOIR

UNDER-COVER STARS ON A SECRET MISSION

SATURDAY 8 & 15 JUNE 11:00

TUESDAY 11 JUNE 16:00

Venue: Whalehaven Winery Tickets: R200 Whalehaven winemaker, Reino Thiart, will present an informative vertical tasting of the limited edition, individually-numbered bottlings of Conservation Coast Pinot Noir, followed by a Wine & Jam Pairing.

GIN REVOLUTION MONDAY 10 JUNE 12:30 Venue: The Class Room Tickets: R180 By popular request, Paul du Toit of Wine Village will be back with a unique exploration of South Africa’s world-class Gin. Taste the Top 20, enjoy the revolution of inner flavours and learn how to enjoy Gin at its best.

BRANDY EXPLORATION TUESDAY 11 JUNE 12:30 Venue: The Class Room Tickets: R180 Take a sensory journey with Paul du Toit as you taste 20 of South Africa’s best Potstill Brandies and learn the secrets about the who, the why and the how from the innermost circles of the brandy producers.

LIFESTYLE ENVIRONMENTAL LUNCH TUESDAY 11 JUNE 12:30 Venue: La Pentola Restaurant Tickets: R250 Chef Shane Sauvage and his team will serve a lunch feast paired with Creation’s Penguin wines, celebrating our marine life and beautiful ocean. The guest speaker, marine biologist Alison Towner, will offer insight into the challenges and the solutions of marine conservation.

Venue: Creation Tickets: R180 No doubt about it, a blind tasting always provides that additional touch of challenge and intrigue. Presented by Carolyn Martin, this event is aimed at showcasing the many attributes of Creation’s award-winning wines, with a generous sip of fun.

TEA AT THE TEA TERRACE WEDNESDAY 12 JUNE 10:30 Venue: Benguela Cove Tickets: R200 Explore the world of tea with different tea rituals and demonstrations at this English-style tea salon. Guests will enjoy traditional freshlybaked scones, cakes and savoury sandwiches, as well as a glass of Cuvee58, the new Benguela Cove MCC.

ABAGOLD CHOIR THURSDAY 13 JUNE 12:30 Venue: Dutchies Restaurant, Grotto Beach Tickets: R150 – includes a light lunch By popular request, the harmonious voices of the enthusiastic and committed members of the Abagold Choir are back. This year they will again entertain and delight in a lunchtime concert against the backdrop of the ocean.

SUNDAY LUNCH FOOD AND WINE PAIRING SUNDAY 16 JUNE 12:30 Venue: La Pentola Restaurant Tickets: R330 Sit down to a delicious 4-course food and wine pairing conjured up by culinary wizard Shane Sauvage and winemaker Johann Fourie of Benguela Cove.

WINE PLUS TUTORED TASTINGS Exploring the theme – the tasting pleasures of the fine art of wine – will involve a little wine education along with the super samples that will be poured. To provide a glimpse of just how exciting contemporay South African wine is, the programme will offer 'snapshots' of three of today's newsworthy regions and three varietals that define our unique winelands.

Venue: The Wine Glass, 2 Harbour Road TIckets: R140 - individual sessions / R450 - all four mornings / R350 - all three afternoons / R250 - any one day of two sessions THURSDAY 13 JUNE 11:00 DISCOVERING THE PLEASURE If you have not experienced the intrinsic delights of our wonderful range of wines, this is your chance with the well-known Master of Wine, Cathy van Zyl. Taste joy.

17:00 A SNAPSHOT OF HEMEL-EN-AARDE Cathy van Zyl MW and Bevan Newton Johnson of the well-known wine family will present the super stars from the world-famous valley beyond the mountain.

FRIDAY 14 JUNE 11:00 A SNAPSHOT OF CONSTANTIA Boela Gerber, celebrated winemaker at Groot Constantia, and his local winemaker friends will offer insight into what makes South Africa’s oldest wine area so special.

17:00 A SNAPSHOT OF THE SWARTLAND Prizewinning winemakers Chris and Andrea Mullineux established their sparkling credentials in this hotspot contemporary wine region.

All about terroir and identity.

SATURDAY 15 JUNE 11:00 A SNAPSHOT OF CHENIN BLANC Alastair Rimmer, cellar master at Kleine Zalze, celebrates International Chenin Blanc Day with

the finest range.

17:00 A SNAPSHOT OF PINOTAGE Mr Pinotage himself, Beyers Truter, returns to tell and show more about this brilliant local variety.

SUNDAY 16 JUNE 11:00 A SNAPSHOT OF MÉTHODE CAP CLASSIQUE Mr Bubbles Pieter Ferreira and Paul Gerber of Le Lude conclude Wine Plus with the finest South African sparkling wine.

CHEFS’ DEMONSTRATIONS Broaden your culinary skills at the FynArts pop-up kitchen, where well-known chefs will be taking part in this year’s entertaining series of demonstrations, curated by Garth Stroebel.

Each demostration will be screened onto a large TV screen. Tickets include a taster portion and a printout of the recipes, and may be purchased individually or in packages.

Venue: United Church Hall – except Creation on 12 June at 10:00 Tickets: R140 - individual sessions / R280 any one day of two sessions / R600 - all five mornings OR all five afternoons MONDAY 10 JUNE 11:00 PERSONALITIES OF PINOTAGE ANTHONY AND OLIVE HAMILTON RUSSELL Enjoy a tasting of three Pinotage wines that express three distinct personalities of South Africa’s celebrated grape. Anthony will match these wines with three dishes prepared by cookbook author, Olive.

15:00 DAVID GRIER Extreme adventurer, founder of the Cipla Miles for Smiles Foundation and motivational speaker, David is also a chef, cookbook author and restaurant owner with his own range of food products.

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CHILDREN’S EVENTS WILLIAM THE WHALE SINGS OPERA FRIDAY 14 JUNE 15:00 Charl du Plessis Venue: Municipal Auditorium Tickets: Children R50 / Adults R75 The Prince of Whales, Prince William, comes to Hermanus for a holiday and accidentally stumbles into the middle of an opera. The beautiful music and singing inspire him so much that he ends up singing along and stealing the show. Don't miss this story of musical madness and some fantastical fun for all young people with maestro Charl du Plessis on piano.

HIP HOP SATURDAY 15 JUNE TUESDAY 11 JUNE 11:00 GOOD MOOD FOOD - EMILIA KNIGHT Apart from being a nature-loving, healthy-eating, vegetarian foodie, Emilia is also a keen food photographer and stylist. All her recipes are developed from raw and natural ingredients, avoiding processed foods at all costs. Her new restaurant, Appetite Knight @ Walkerbay Art Gallery wholeheartedly embraces good, clean eating.

15:00 BO-KAAP COOKING TOUR ZAINIE MISBACH The origins of Cape Malay cooking can be traced back to exiled dissidents and slaves brought to the Cape in the 17th and 18th centuries from the Dutch East Indies. Zainie will take you on a virtual tour into the life, food and culture of the Cape Malays in the Bo-Kaap, while demonstrating an authentic Cape Malay dish and the finer art of folding samosas.

WEDNESDAY 12 JUNE 10:00 FOOD AND WINE - CAROLYN MARTIN Carolyn credits her grandmother, Eleanor Finlayson, for her interest in food and wine pairing, which Carolyn has turned into an art form at the multi award-winning Creation tasting venue in Hemel-en-Aarde Ridge. Widely regarded as an expert, Carolyn has more recently focused on the role of umami in food and wine pairing.

Join her to find out more about this fascinating subject.

15:00 HONEST CHOCOLATE: BEAN TO BAR ANTHONY GIRD AND MICHAEL DE KLERK These two chocolate makers and owners of the artisanal Bean to Bar chocolate company, produce handcrafted chocolate from ethically sourced organic cacao from Tanzania. They will mix education with creativity as they demonstrate the bean to bar process and how to create delicious chocolate treats that incorporate inspiring local botanicals such as fynbos.

THURSDAY 13 JUNE 11:00 SIMPLY DELICIOUS FOOD WITH ZOLA Celebrity TV chef, food stylist and cookbook author, Zola Nene has an infectious love for cooking. Hers will be an entertaining demonstration of tasty food that looks amazing and is easy to create.

15:00 AUTHENTIC ITALIAN MOZZARELLA DAVIDE OSTUNI Davide is the co-founder of Puglia Cheese, artisan producer of the most authentic mozzarella in South Africa. The cheeses are made by hand, as was done centuries ago, producing cheese such as the Burrata ball, the knot-shaped Nodini and the more traditional Fior di latte. Davide will demonstrate just how it is done.

FRIDAY 14 JUNE 11:00 EXPLORE THE ‘WILD’ OVERBERG WITH A KNIFE AND FORK - RUDOLF VAN DER BERG Rudolf, the owner of Burgundy Restaurant in Hermanus, will use exotic local ingredients to demonstrate good, simple cooking. With ingredients such as local abalone, alikreukel, guinea fowl, wild rabbit, wild mushrooms and free-growing natural herbs, he’ll create an interesting platter of Overberg delicacies.

15:00 MARBLE - DAVID HIGGS Mile 8 on the coast of Namibia is a special marker for David. It is where he caught his first fish and where his food journey began, which recently culminated at Marble Restaurant, a culinary tour de force in Johannesburg. David, celebrity chef, restaurant owner and My Kitchen Rules SA judge, will dip into his book, Mile 8, for this demonstration.

Andriëtte Roux Venue: Grobbelaar Hall Tickets: R50 10:00 CHILDREN 6 – 8 YEARS Learn an exciting new skill in a short workshop with Andriëtte, who, since her first international competition in hop hop at the Grand Prix of Dance in Italy in 2001, has been dancing up a storm in funk and all styles of hip hop. Children will learn ‘popping’ and ‘old school’ styles of hip hop and a short choreographed piece.

11:00 CHILDREN 9 – 12 YEARS In this workshop with Andriëtte the class will work on the ‘b-boy’ and ‘house’ styles of hip hop and will learn a short choreographed piece.

Please bring a water bottle and hand towel. Children should wear comfortable, stretchable clothing and takkies or sneakers.

ASTONISH! SATURDAY 15 JUNE 16:00 Mawonga Gayiya Venue: Municipal Auditorium Tickets: Children R60 / Adults R100

An afternoon of pure magic for the whole family. Mawonga was only ten years old when he became a student at the College of Magic in Cape Town where he is currently on the teaching staff. Since graduating as a magician, he has accrued an impressive list of accolades and awards, including representing South African Magic at the World Magic Seminar in Las Vegas (2008) and at the International Magic Championships in China (2013).

ACTING OUT WITH SINDIWE MAGONA SUNDAY 16 JUNE 14:00 Venue: Windsor Hotel Tickets: R50 Sindiwe Magona, a former primary school teacher, is also a storyteller, an actress and prolific author of children’s books. Even in retirement, she continues to write educational books for children. This interactive and creative workshop of storytelling and acting promises to be a memorable afternoon for children spent with this year’s FynArts Legacy Award Recipient.

BENGUELA COVE ADVENTURE GOLF MONDAY 17 JUNE HOURLY TEE OFF TIMES AT 10:00 - 14:00 Venue: Benguela Cove Tickets: R150 – includes golf, burger, chips and a soft drink Fun for the whole family! Armed with nothing more than a ball and putter, this is a morning or afternoon of fun for the whole family. Adventure golf is competitive fun that offers plenty of thrills and laughs for all. The aim is to work your way around and through the pirate challenges in as few attempts as possible. Linger longer while children play and enjoy other free activities on the relaxing grounds of this wine state on the edge of the Bot River Lagoon.

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his stimulating and fun series includes a wide range of topics ranging from painting and drawing to writing, poetry, calligraphy, ceramics, decoupage, origami, photography and more. All levels of skill are catered for in most of the workshops. The duration of the workshops varies between a couple of hours to full day, with a few lasting several days. Tea and coffee are available at all workshops, and a light lunch is served at full-day workshops. All participants will be contacted well before the start of FynArts. A list of workshop requirements will be sent to participants if it is not included in the workshop descriptions that follow.

SATURDAY 8 JUNE & TUESDAY 11 JUNE 10:00 INTRODUCTION TO CELLPHONE PHOTOGRAPHY (HALF-DAY) Leanne Dryburgh and Peter Hassell Venue: Windsor Hotel Tickets: R300 Leanne and Peter of Photowalkers will share tips on how to take better photographs with your cellphone. At the start of the workshop participants will be shown how to set up their phone, followed by a slide-show to help them understand light. The rest of the session will be spent on a guided photographic walkabout.

MONDAY 10 JUNE 10:00 ORIGAMI: A LESSON IN PAPER (FULL DAY) Niki Daly Venue: Hermanus Golf Club Tickets: R575 – includes all materials, refreshments and a light lunch Origami is a Japanese traditional art form, literally meaning ‘folding paper’. Its rules are old and meant to be followed – no glue, no cuts, no markings. Niki Daly has broken these rules, creating a unique form that Kyoko Kimura, his Japanese origami teacher, has coined ‘NikiGami’.

SATURDAY 8 – MONDAY 10 JUNE 10:00 COMPOSITION IN ART (3 DAYS) Andries Gouws Venue: Windsor Hotel Tickets: R1 600 – includes refreshments and a light lunch There is no single right way to approach composition. In this three-day workshop, famous art works showing different approaches to, or aspects of, composition will be discussed.

Participants will try out a number of such approaches and it is recommended that you bring a laptop or tablet to work on.

TUESDAY 11 JUNE 09:00 MAKE AUTHENTIC JAPANESE SUSHI (HALF-DAY) Master Sushi Chef Venue: LB Seafood Bistro on the Bay Tickets: R300 – includes all ingredients and paraphernalia Learn the secrets of making authentic Japanese sushi by chefs who will demonstrate and offer individual advice on cooking and flavouring sushi rice, assembling sushi in various styles, as well as cutting and plating techniques. At the end the morning you will enjoy the fruits of your labour.

SUNDAY 9 JUNE & WEDNESDAY 12 JUNE 10:00 ADVANCED CELLPHONE PHOTOGRAPHY (HALF-DAY) Leanne Dryburgh and Peter Hassell Venue: Windsor Hotel Tickets: R300 Leanne and Peter are back with this popular editing and image management workshop.

They will share tips on editing, how to efficiently manage the albums on your cellphone and share your photographs on social media.

SUNDAY 9 JUNE & SUNDAY 16 JUNE 10:00 BLEND PERFUME WITH FYNBOS AND OTHER INDIGENOUS ESSENTIAL OILS (HALF-DAY) Lushinko Roux Venue: C/o 2nd St and 10th Ave, Voëlklip Tickets: R775 – includes perfume kit, instructions and equipment You will be introduced to a variety of essential oils, before diving in and blending your own unique fragrance. The pace, method and results of this workshop allow everybody to leave with something unique and special to them.

MONDAY 10 JUNE & SATURDAY 15 JUNE 10:00 DESIGN AND CRAFT A RING (HALFDAY) Ralph and Heidi Walton Venue: 20 Yellowwood, Chanteclair Tickets: R400 plus the cost price of the silver of the finished piece Design and craft your own simple ring during this introductory workshop of jewellery design and manufacture. Participants will learn practical techniques for working with silver while the very small group ensures Ralph and Heidi’s dedicated attention. Those who have already attended one of these popular ring-design workshops will have the option of creating an alternative item of jewellery.

TUESDAY 11 JUNE 10:00 MAKE AND BAKE (REPEATS AT 14:00) William Ntebe Venue: Learn to Earn Tickets: R275 – includes ingredients Learn to make a basic cake and adapt it for various flavours. This entry-level workshop is suitable for people who would enjoy baking for family, friends or just for fun. It is also suitable for those who would like to start a home-industry. William completed his apprenticeship with Wilco den Otter of Dunya Cake Delights, now situated in the RDP village in Zwelihle.

TUESDAY 11 JUNE – WEDNESDAY 12 JUNE 10:00 WHAT IS TRAVEL WRITING? (2 DAYS) Christopher Hope Venue: Windsor Hotel Tickets: R1 000 – includes handouts, refreshments and a light lunch What makes A Short Walk in the Hindu Kush (Eric Newby) or A Movable Feast (Ernest Hemingway) so vivid and so true? What is the spirit of place and how do you feel or evoke it? Is defining a sense of place a trip into your own interior as much as a journey to distant places? A workshop for writers of novels, blogs, memoirs, diaries or essays.

WEDNESDAY 12 JUNE 10:00 WATERCOLOUR BASICS (FULL DAY) Charmé Southey Venue: Creative Notions Tickets: R550 – includes a light lunch Have a fun and stimulating day while learning the basics of how to work in the wonderful medium of watercolour under step-by-step guidance by Charmé. This workshop is suitable for beginner to intermediate artists.

WEDNESDAY 12 – THURSDAY 13 JUNE 10:00 RHYTHM AND MOVEMENT IN CALLIGRAPHY (2 DAYS) Andrew van der Merwe Venue: Meet at Dutchies on Grotto Beach Tickets: R1 200 – includes paper and ink, refreshments and a light lunch. A beginner-pen can be purchased at the workshop for approximately R170.

Take a fresh approach to the ancient art of calligraphy. Instead of beginning in the traditional way with the static stuff of exemplars and structure, you will begin with the movement and rhythm that produces calligraphy – what calligraphers call the dance of the pen. This workshop promises to be both a good introduction for beginners and a fresh approach for those who have some knowledge of calligraphy.

THURSDAY 13 JUNE 10:00 WRITING POETRY: AN INTRODUCTION (FULL DAY) Finuala Dowling Venue: Windsor Hotel Tickets: R550 – includes refreshments and a light lunch This workshop by award-winning poet, Finuala, offers an easy introduction to poetry writing, covering sources and inspiration for poems as well as form, patterning and technique. You will be given exercises and prompts as well as feedback on your poems.

THURSDAY 13 JUNE 10:00 CAKE DECORATING (REPEATS AT 14:00) William Ntebe Venue: RDP Village, off Mbeki Road, Zwelihle Tickets: R275 – includes ingredients These two workshops follow on from the two Make and Bake workshops. Spend a creative and fun morning learning to make unique and personalised cakes. After a short coffee break participants will decorate their own small cake to take home.

FRIDAY 14 JUNE 10:00 BEACH CALLIGRAPHY AND MARK-MAKING (HALF-DAY) Andrew van der Merwe Venue: Meet at Dutchies, Grotto Beach Tickets: R250 – includes coffee / tea Andrew will introduce an art form he has pioneered – beach calligraphy. It is more than merely a scratching of the surface; there are spiritual lessons to be learned and refreshing pleasures to be had when you touch the fragile surface of an untrodden beach in the right way.

FRIDAY 14 JUNE 10:00 INTRODUCTION TO DECOUPAGE (FULL DAY) Carol Tait Venue: Creative Notions Tickets: R575 – includes all materials, refreshments and a light lunch Following on from her popular 2018 mosaic workshop, Carol will offer another fun and relaxing morning. This time two decoupage techniques will be demonstrated and practised:

a glass tea-light holder using handmade paper and a trinket box using colourwash and giftwrap. Participants will take home their items.

FRIDAY 14 – SATURDAY 15 JUNE 10:00 PORTRAYING PLANTS: AN INTRODUCTION TO BOTANICAL ART (2 DAYS) Vicki Thomas Venue: TBA Tickets: R1 150 – includes refreshments and a light lunch This step-by-step approach to botanical painting is aimed at beginners. Participants will be guided through different stages of development, from loose sketching and some basic botany to careful drawing with the aim of completing a final, simple watercolour painting.

FRIDAY 14 JUNE 15:00 BEACH CALLIGRAPHY FOR TEENS (HALF DAY) Andrew van der Merwe Venue: Meet at Dutchies, Grotto Beach Tickets: R150 A fun workshop in which world-renowned beach calligrapher, Andrew will introduce this new art form. You’ll get to use a beach wand and re-imagine the beach as a canvas.

SATURDAY 15 JUNE 10:00 CALLIGRAPHY FOR WAKANDA (HALF-DAY) Andrew van der Merwe Venue: Creative Notions Tickets: R220 – includes paper and ink, and refreshments. A beginner pen can be purchased at the workshop for approximately R170.

How would the Black Panther write? Teens will be introduced to the iconic Gothic script of the Dark Ages and adapt it to design a writing system for the legendary country of Wakanda.

SATURDAY 15 JUNE 10:00 PALETTE KNIFE IN THE USE OF OILS (HALF-DAY) Alyson Guy Venue: Volmoed Retreat, Hemel-en-Aarde Tickets: R300 – includes light refreshments Alyson will demonstrate the use of the palette knife as a technique for mixing and applying oil paint. This workshop is also suitable for those who have limited experience or skill. A list of materials will be sent to participants when booking is confirmed.

SATURDAY 15 JUNE 10:00 FLOODED-ICING WORKSHOP (HALF-DAY) Nicolene Burger Venue: 7 on Marine Guesthouse Tickets: R350 – includes ingredients and a flooded-icing kit Join Nicolene, an accomplished baker with many years’ experience in the art of cake decoration, for a fun-filled morning learning the art of making sugar-run cookies. You’ll learn everything from basic flood techniques to more advanced lace work. All equipment will be provided.

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Portrait exhibition inspired by friendships and faces Writer & Photographer Hedda Mittner

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he four co-owners of The Art Gallery – artists Jeandré Marinier, Christine Henderson, Erna Dry and Louise Hennigs – recently decided to set themselves a new challenge of producing portraits only, on square canvases. And to make it more fun, they invited four other local artists to join them.

“Portraiture is not a genre that any of us specialises in – and some of us have not really done portraits at all – but we’ve really enjoyed going down this previously unexplored path,” says Jeandré. The result of this collaboration with fellow artists Catherine Brennon, Christa Clark, Celesté van Beek and Tracy Algar, is a vibrant collection of portraits in various styles, sizes, mediums and colours produced over the past two months.

They decided to call this group exhibition, which opens on Saturday 1 June, ‘The Winter Salon – with friends and faces’. It will run until the end of June at The Art Gallery.

Although each of these eight artists have their own distinctive identities and artistic styles, they clearly share a nurturing bond of friendship and respect. So who are they? Well, to start off with, three of them are sisters – Erna Dry, Louise Hennigs and Christa Clark – who spent their childhood in Bulawayo in the former Rhodesia.

“I am privileged to have both my sisters close by,” says Christa, who has lived in Hermanus for 27 years.

“We regularly paint together, and although we are so different, we produce a creative energy that feeds us and keeps us motivated.

The invitation to be part of this exhibition has been exciting, and also scary. But the participating artists have been a source of huge inspiration – what a joy to be exhibiting with this great group of artists!”

Erna and her architect-turned-winemaker husband, John have also been in Hermanus for two decades and until recently, Erna oversaw the production of ceramic and bronze sculptures in their Hornbill House studio and gallery. With the closure of the ceramic studio earlier this year, she now has more time to devote to her special love for painting and drawing – mostly of fauna, flora and the human form, often combined with traces of mythology and iconography.

Christa and Erna’s ‘baby’ sister, Louise, who joined The Art Gallery in December last year, says their partnership has been her driving force to be in her studio every day, painting, experimenting, and exploring new materials and techniques. “With winter being our quiet time I've needed the challenge of producing work for this exhibition and it has pushed the boundaries of what I normally paint.

And that is exciting!”

Christine Henderson also spent her school years in the old Rhodesia but returned to South Africa to study Interior Architecture in Cape Town.

Years later, she and Jeandré Marinier were both members of the Hermanus Art Circle when they struck up a friendship – and shared the mutual dream of starting up a gallery where they could exhibit their work.

That dream came true in September 2015 when they were joined by Erna and opened The Art Gallery. Lize van der Walt was their fourth partner until she left last year and they invited Louise to join them.

Christine’s preference is abstract work, and portraiture presented her with a new challenge. Even more so for ceramic artist, Catherine Brennon, who is better known for her exquisite dream boxes and lace-impressed bowls and plates. “I was amazed when the four artists at The Gallery invited me to take part in this exhibition,” she says. “Although I’ve periodically dipped into painting over the years, I’ve never painted portraits before and I’ve really had to shut up the critical voices in my head and trust myself to explore this avenue.”

Catherine credits Tracy Algar for giving her the courage to experiment and have fun. Known for her intuitive abstract art workshops, Tracy recently moved to Hermanus from Stanford.

“About a year ago Tracy and I started

Catherine Brennon, Louise Hennigs, Jeandré Marinier, Celesté van Beek, Tracy Algar and Christa Clark are six of the local artists participating in the ‘Winter Salon’ group exhibition hosted by The Art Gallery. The other two artists (not on the photo) are Erna Dry and Christine Henderson. ‘skill swopping’ by getting together weekly to play in clay and paint at each other’s studios,” says Catherine.

“We both wanted to expand our skills and be open to see what would develop from this interaction. It’s been one of the most exciting and stimulating experiences in my creative life.”

Jeandré has gained wide recognition as both an inspiring artist and a passionate art teacher. Although she usually works in oils, Jeandré says for

this exhibition she’s worked only in acrylics, using large brush strokes and pallet knife work. “I feel a continuous need to explore and to create,” she says.

“At the heart of my work is a desire to express my joy of life with others.

The creative process is natural and intuitive. By not ‘trying’ and just ‘doing’, the art becomes the experience, the experience becomes the art.”

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Financial Matters

Winter is coming… take a reality check on investments

By Janet Hugo CFP Director – Sterling Private Clients Game of Thrones, the hugely successful TV fantasy series often talks about ‘winter is coming’ and you just know that something ominous is lurking.

It means something very different to the wonderful rainy season in Hermanus, which my family refers to as ‘soup and reading weather’.

I recently attended an international investment conference and no matter where the presenters were from, they painted negative pictures, and many spoke about the “new cold war”.

There is enough unpleasant news out there, so rather let me try and refer only to some issues and data that you, as a retirement investor, need to position and plan for.

The International Monetary Fund (IMF), in its January World Economic Outlook, thinks that we can expect some 8% reduced global expansion in the next year or two.

China won't support the global economy as much as they did after the crisis of 2008. They have regulatory tightening, with trade and IT boycotts, with their knock-on effects. They have too much debt to repeat their old formula of ploughing borrowed money into infrastructure.

They also have to rein in their shadow banking sector and their national debt at some 250% of GDP. Bottom line, the US and perhaps increasingly the West, seem to be looking inward rather than enabling more growth for China as a super-power competitor.

Trade and IT tensions may continue, even if Mr Trump ‘does a deal.’

In Europe, economic and business confidence have slowed down. New emission standards have disrupted car production in Germany. Italy’s new right-wing government is hinting at exceeding EEC debt limits, so Italy’s sovereign spreads have widened, putting Italian and European financial stability at increased risk.

Greece was a blip on the screen relative to Italian debt. Populist pressures

in Europe have resulted in uncertain outcomes for the EEC.

sive power supply, with slowing global growth, add to investment risks.

The UK is experiencing surprisingly stable economic growth yet its markets have been held back by Brexit questions – and now by leadership uncertainties.

On the brighter side, policy and political uncertainty should become clearer with the new cabinet announcement. We need a boost for consumer and business confidence.

The IMF report concludes that there is potential for sharp deterioration in market sentiment, especially for vulnerable economies. This implies that you may need to adjust portfolio allocations away from risk assets, favouring safe-haven securities.

Local equities at attractive valuations achieved a decent rally in April, after five months of FTSE/JSE all share index (Alsi) positive returns. However, May was a down month, again.

South Africa and local markets We continue to struggle with what is seen by many as a shrinking, mostly un-investable economy, carrying wasted costs. Confidence doesn’t like it when leading construction and retail companies, or world leaders such as Sasol, disappoint. Most forecasts point to a SA GDP growth rate of not much more than 1% per year for 2019 and 2020. Low asset prices, with increased household expenses, taxes and fuel prices, paint a bleak picture.

An unstable and increasingly expen-

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SA bonds have held up well relative to global bond markets, broadly in line with expectations, as major central banks stayed dovish. The steady SA Bond market perhaps provides light at the end of the tunnel.

The listed property sector that tends to be linked to the broader economy, had a decent recovery in April, but was down again in May. Oversupply and economic risks to the sector remain high.

Picking winning sectors or shares in these market conditions is going to

be a tough call. In South Africa the Multi-Asset High Equity unit trusts delivered only an average of 4.8% to investors during the past 12 months, with their low equity counterparts returning 6.12%. Active diversification across asset classes is clearly going to be the only free lunch.

What can be done…

No one wants to be negative, but it’s good to do a reality check every now and again. Stress test your funds and portfolios for diversification. Don’t be sucked into the idea that cash is king, because inflation will make you poor.

No one knows when the recovery or turn will come. We have to take some managed risk in order to beat inflation over the long term. Market shocks, recoveries and booms come and go.

Check that you have the right allocation across risk and countries, across currencies and asset classes, for sources of economic growth. Re-examine your assumptions, as well as those of your portfolio managers and wealth manager. Don’t be tied into any one house’s view.

Diversification can mean that your portfolio won’t be top of the pack, but it will protect you from being at the bottom of the pack. The world and South Africans are a resilient bunch.

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MY WELLNESS Youthful Living

A daily choice

By Dr Arien van der Merwe

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outhful living can be achieved by releasing emotions that keep us stuck in old behaviour, robbing us of joy and wellbeing, ultimately leading to dis-ease.

We either suppress or express emotions – but hardly ever acknowledge, allow and let go of them. This suppression or inappropriate expression (through anger attacks, emotional outbursts, overeating, medication, alcohol) is the root cause of accelerated ageing, and also of all the chronic diseases associated with ageing.

Research is indicating that our acceptance of the ageing process as inevitable – along with chronic disease, the use of chronic medication, suffering injuries and enduring constant operations, slowing down and being less active, having less interest in life, and living in quiet desperation with a multitude of fears – is in fact not the way it is supposed to be.

Mainstream science acknowledges we can easily be healthy and vitally alive at 120 years of age.

It has become my life purpose to support and educate others of my

generation (and of course, younger ones), while providing the tools and techniques for all of us to live long, healthy, productive and creative lives in joy and playfulness.

brain (leading to a healthier body) is worth more than bodybuilder muscles. You can learn to retrain and rewire your brain to serve you rather than hold you back.

Neuroplasticity is the way to go The human brain is a receiver and transmitter of frequencies. We can choose to receive and transmit old frequencies of fear and anger, or to send out (and receive) new radio frequencies of love, blessings and gratitude.

Recurring mental states gradually turn into actual neural traits or pathways – they convert and engrave themselves into your mind-body system as personal characteristics.

Fortunately, we are more than our personalities; we can dig deep into a wellspring of inner possibilities, because our brains are amazingly adaptable. The brain never ever stops learning, depending on how your mind set (rigid, stagnant or flexible, adaptable, keen to learn) supports this natural ability.

Look at the programming inside our brains. For the sake of survival of the human species, the brain is biased and, therefore, programmed for negative states – the classic fightflight-freeze response is triggered for physical stressors to ensure the best chance of survival.

It is important to understand that the stress response is also triggered when we use our powerful human imagination – thinking and feeling stress emotions like worry/fear with their negative connotations and expectations.

Neuroplasticity is about the incredible ability of our brains to be malleable and adapt to situations. We tend to think of our brains as static and unchangeable. Your brain is the most exercise-able body part you have – and is much easier to develop than calf muscles. A stronger, healthier

The brain changes because it constantly optimises itself, reorganising itself by transferring cognitive abilities from one lobe to the other, particularly as you mature. After a stroke, for instance, your brain can reorganise itself to move functions to undamaged areas of the brain.

Within each of our brains there is a population of neural stem cells which are continually replenished and able to differentiate into different brain neurons. We can do our own brain stem-cell renewal and regrowth therapy every moment of our lives, by opening up to new learning, new experiences, exploring new horizons and possibilities.

29 May 2019 In medical terms, this ability of our brains to send the troops where help is needed, is called neuroplasticity. Plasticity means ‘mouldable’ or malleable, with the ability to form new patterns and shapes. This is the potential that the brain has to reorganise by creating new neural pathways to adapt, as needed.

Use it, or lose it… Similar to resistance training and physical muscle-building exercises, nerve cells in the brain are growing and cross linking with other neurons for better communication, through mental exercise and continuous learning – mind training to develop new ‘elsewheres’ of thought. New thinking is possible if we learn to stop rehashing old, often negative memories and traumatic experiences from the past and projecting these into the future.

For new manifestations, new beliefs and attitudes, we have to retrain and refire our brains. Change from our comfort zones of neural networks to create a new physical reality for ourselves, according to our thoughts and beliefs (innermost feelings of joy, love, happiness and deep peace) to explore, experience and evolve into all we’re meant to be.

There’s also negative neuroplasticity (neurorigidity), where you keep on doing what you’ve always done, always getting the same results; not the ones you actually want.

A Course in Miracles says we are far too tolerant of our mind wanderings, and Einstein said the definition of madness is doing the same thing over and over and always expecting a different result. The first step is a willingness to change.

Becoming a human being rather than a human doing, to HEAL (Heart

opening, Emote/feel, Apply, Love) – we can learn to intentionally choose, feel and internalise positive experiences into cell memories – from mind, to brain, to body.

Youthful Living is possible – and doable. My workshop on the topic, on 8 June at Fernkloof, will provide many practical HEAL tips and techniques to enhance your neurocircuitry through neuroplastic re-wiring, renewal and re-firing, allowing you to experience it first-hand. In the meantime, whenever you have to make an important decision, ask yourself: ‘Will this enhance my newfound focus on youthful living or not? Will this help me feel happier, healthier, more alive?’

Dr Arien van der Merwe is a natural, integrative medical doctor, author, specialist holistic health and wellness counsellor and stress management consultant, workplace wellness service provider and author. Arien is a regular guest on TV and radio and contributes to several magazines and journals.

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Stanford spayathon a success S payathons hosted by animal welfare organisations in the Overberg contribute significantly to a reduction in contagious diseases and an overall improvement in animal health.”

So says veterinary surgeon Dr Hilldidge Beer of EberVet CVC who recently sterilised 22 dogs and cats from impoverished homes in Stanford on behalf of Stanford Animal Welfare Society (SAWS). This was SAWS’ second spayathon of the year.

“Reducing the numbers of unwanted animals roaming the streets helps to lessen the spread of deadly diseases like distemper and parvovirus, and when pet owners interact with welfare organisations like SAWS they also have access to basic veterinary care like deworming and dipping which further contributes to disease eradication,” Beer said. Many welfare societies also vaccinate. The impact of a recent distemper outbreak in

Stanford was significantly diminished because welfare volunteers conducted a vaccination campaign.

“Most importantly, spayathons offer the ideal opportunity for welfare organisations and veterinarians to educate pet owners about animal health,” she said. At the SAWS spayathon, a dog with severe mange was immediately identified and given medication, while Beer explained to

her owner what caused the disease (a mite burrowing under the skin) and how to fight it in future. The owner had thought his dog contracted the disease from wet grass.

“There are other major benefits of sterilisation: spaying and neutering protects pets against mammary and testicular cancers and helps to strengthen the immune systems of adult dogs and cats. I would urge

everyone to support animal welfare spayathons because they’re not only protecting welfare pets, they’re strengthening the pet population as a whole by helping to eradicate diseases that are easily spread,” Beer said.

The SAWS spayathon was held at the Stanford Community Hall. Dr Beer was joined by Caledon-based community service veterinarian Dr

Maricia Schempers who administered anaesthetics. At least 12 SAWS volunteers and committee members nursed the cats and dogs post-operatively before returning them to their owners. Neil Plaatjies of Syringa Country Kennels assisted Schempers. SAWS is hoping to hold a second mass pet sterilisation clinic in November if it can raise sufficient funds.

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Proteas will need ‘fire’ at Cricket World Cup By Tony O'Hagan

The Proteas will open the Cricket World Cup campaign against home favourite, England, at The Oval cricket ground in Kensington, London on Thursday 30 May 2019. The players will need to embrace their motto, ‘Protea Fire’, to go all the way at this year's competition.

This is the 12th edition of the event, with the first World Cup having been played in 1975, in England, and won by the West Indies which also triumphed at the next tournament in 1979.

Day International (ODI) has changed over the years. It started as a 60-over ODI, played in white clothing with a red ball. The first three World Cup competitions were played under this format, but there was a change in 1992, when played in Australia and New Zealand. At this World Cup, white cricket balls and coloured clothing were introduced, as well as a change in fielding restrictions.

This tournament also led to the advent of the Duckworth/Lewis method of calculating an interrupted limited-over match. In the semi-final of this tournament, South Africa played Pakistan and rain intervened with South Africa needing 22 runs off 13 balls. After a 12-minute rain delay, based on the Most Productive Overs method, the target was adjusted to 21 runs off one ball.

The World Cup has been dominated

by Australia which has emerged as the winner on five occasions, followed by India and the West Indies, with two victories apiece. Pakistan and Sri Lanka have each lifted the cup once.

Thereafter, the Duckworth/ Lewis mathematical formulation was introduced to calculate the target score for a team batting second in a limited overs game.

The format of the World Cup, One-

The 2019 World Cup will be contested by 10 teams and in the group stages

all teams will play one another once.

At the culmination of the group stage, the top four teams on the points table will contest the semi-final on a knock-out basis, to decide the finalists.

South Africa goes into the 2019 event with a history of failures in the closing stages of World Cups. The Proteas players have reached the semi-finals in four of seven appearances but have yet to reach a final. This has earned the team the label: ‘Chokers’.

As captain, Faf du Plessis says: " It is like a mirror that is always in front of you."

Despite this frustrating history, he believes "the players must trust their ability and play without fear of failure".

The tournament is expected to be dominated by batsmen due to slower pitches, resulting from warmer weather. Our top six batsmen will need to ‘fire’ while our bowlers will have to adjust to pitch conditions, which may not always suit our potent pace attack. England was the scene of the Proteas’ most spectacular im-

Proteas captain, Faf du Plessis. plosion 20 years ago. With scores tied in the semi-final against Australia, Lance Klusener and Allan Donald were involved in a near farcical run out, which enabled Australia to go through and ultimately win the World Cup against Pakistan in the final.

English cricket pundits believe Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Afghanistan, although able to beat any team on their day, are the only nations that will not win the cup. They believe

PHOTO: www.dnaindia.com any of the other seven could emerge victors. Betting houses have England (5/2) as the favourite, followed by India (3/1), Australia (4/1), New Zealand (10/1), South Africa (10/1), Pakistan (14/1), West Indies (18/1), Sri Lanka (50/1), Bangladesh (100/1) and Afghanistan (100/1). Let's ‘fire’, Proteas and bring it home.

Good Luck to Faf and his team – and to Otis Gibson and his coaching staff.

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Locals compete in Arnold Classics Africa Two Hermanus athletes, André Joubert and Natasha Byleveld, competed in the fourth annual Arnold Classics Africa in Johannesburg from 17 –19 May. Over 20 000 athletes from across the world competed this year in almost 90 different sports.

The first Arnold Sports Festival was founded in Columbus, Ohio in 1989.

It was named after its co-promoter, Arnold Schwarzenegger. It has since expanded into the world's largest multi-sport fitness weekend since its debut as the Arnold Classic (a one-day professional men's bodybuilding competition). The show now takes place on six continents and showcases a variety of physical and mental sports.

André competed in the Amateur Men’s Masters Bodybuilding division. He faced a tough line up with 11 other men from South Africa, France, Italy, Lebanon, Brazil and Russia, and placed sixth.

"What a great honour it was to represent my country at the Arnold Classics Africa. My dream was to place at the Arnold Classic and I've

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achieved that. Thank you to my trainer, Nic Lotter and all my friends at ProActive Gym Hermanus for encouraging me when I often doubted myself," he said after the event.

Natasha competed in two divisions: Junior Fitness Bikini U23 and Arnold Classic Model Search. The competition in both divisions was tough and also consisted of athletes from across the world. Unfortunately she

didn't place in the top six in fitness bikini, but she did take third place in the model search.

"Stepping onto the international stage was the biggest accomplishment I’ve ever achieved,” she said.

Natasha was also very pleased that the event provided an opportunity for her to meet the ‘glam guru’, Hannon and his husband, Julius.

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The Overstrand Whale Boxing Club (OWBC) competed in a number of competitions recently: • 25-28 April - Interprovincial Championships in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. Out of the five boxers who went, two took home gold and two took home silver medals.

• 11 May - Held in Cape Town. All seven boxers who participated from OWBC achieved gold medals.

• 18 May - Western Cape Youth & Elites Championships in Cape Town.

Two boxers from the OWBC attended namely, Matubastsi Sikithi (won all three of his fights as well as the trophy for the 'Best Man') and Siphamandla Damesia (won a gold medal and a trophy). OWBC also placed third for the best team overall.

Coach Mzi would like to thank Liza van Coppenhagen for allowing them to do fundraising at the Hermanus Country Market, as well at the Hermanus community for their support. The funds raised allowed the boys to attend all three competitions. From left are Siyakholwa Nxanti, Siphamandla Damesi, Akhule Mgoqi, Coach Mzi Damesi (with his National Level 3 certificate for coaching), Tuso Damesi and Matubatsi Sikithi. Absent: Thando Zongezile.

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MY SCHOOL Local grade 8 places in WP XCO Champs Luke Kavanagh, a Grade 8 learner at Curro Hermanus, took part in the Western Province XCO Champs on 18 May, which took place at the Diamant Wine Estate near Paarl.

His hard work and perseverance paid off and he came second, earning himself Western Province colours. Well done Luke, the school is super proud of you!

Nine learners from Hermanus High School had their say at this year’s Opie Tong Af public speaking competition held in Brackenfell from 9 to 11 May. This annual orating spectacle affords learners the opportunity to have their say on a variety of topics in various categories. As per usual the bar for being declared the winner was set high with schools from all over the Western Cape taking part.

With only one learner from every grade getting the opportunity to progress to the national finals the youngsters had to make every word count. Grade 11 learner Mia Burgess (left) and Cara-Maria Bellingan who is in Grade 9 ensured that the cat did not get their tongues as they wowed the judges and were selected to represent the western Province at the finals in October in Pretoria where they will be competing against the best public speakers from across the country.

The following learners from Curro Hermanus represented Western Province JKA at the SA National tournament that was held from 24 – 26 May at Ellis Park in Johannesburg. There were over 4 000 entries for this tournament.

From left to right at the back are Teagan Burger (Bronze medal for Kata and a Silver medal for Kumite), Nikita Jantjies (Bronze medal for Kata) and Aidan Brummer (Bronze medal for Kata). In front are Harley Botha (Silver medal for Kata) and Mason Brummer, who reached the semi-final.

RIGHT: Megan Hassenkamp, a Grade 9 learner at Hermanus High School, has been included in the Western Cape U15 Netball team, known as the Willow team.

This is quite an accomplishment, especially for someone of Megan’s age. The Willow team will be competing at the All Ages SA Schools Netball Tournament from 15 – 20 June in Boksburg.

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The Curro Hermanus U13 boys took part in the Hermanus Primary Hockey Tournament on Saturday 25 May and came second in their league. From left are Oliver Winfield, Somila Sidandala, Ross Walton, Nicholas Murphy, Joshua du Toit, Lucas Winter, Luke Davis, Michael Janse van Rensburg, Spencer Whitebooi, Dian van Rhyn, Gaston Ferent, Roux du Plessis and Christopher Richards.

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