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TRAIL OF LIGHTS

Until January 2, 2023, don’t forget to visit this year’s Trail of Lights at Durban’s legendary Botanic Gardens – which promises to be bigger, better and brighter than ever.

Festooned with thousands of lights, in the awe-inspiring lighting displays, buzzing with live entertainment, Santa’s Grotto, magical festive characters, charity-hosted Santa’s Workshop, KZN’s brightest Christmas tree, a special Secret Garden of Lights concealed within the trail, all new horticultural displays and two fabulous food gardens – there’s so much to be happy and joyous about.

From 6pm-9.30pm, December 14-24; December 26-30; January 1-2; tickets available at the door, children two years and younger are free.

IMPOSSIBLE – A NIGHT OF MAGIC & ILLUSION

Fresh from the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in Scotland and touring on cruise ships around the world, Impossible, featuring Brendon Peel’s mind-blowing magic, is finally coming to Durban.

Impossible is a show filled with delightful deceptions, fantastic illusions, and mind-boggling mentalism that will leave you wondering if the impossible can – for a fleeting moment – be possible. Join Brendon, as he weaves his magic in an entertaining display of unique psychological experiments, classic magic tricks, as well as feats of true impossibility.

December 18-22, 6pm at Bellézar, uMhlanga; R250 per adult and R150 for children under 12.

FOR MORE INFO: To book: www.bellezar.co.za

SPLASHY FEN 2023

The 2023 edition of South Africa’s friendliest festival is set to be another jam-packed, foot-stomping, music-making, friend-finding, nature-discovering, memory-making, soul-filling experience for one and all.

Splashy Fen 2023 promises fans all of the good stuff that they have come to love and long for over the years, and more. Over 300 musicians are lined up for the Easter long weekend next year. In addition to some of the best local music talent South Africa has to offer, a number of international acts will be visiting the Splashy Fen farm once again, for some stellar performances. More details on this exciting line-up will be released early in 2023.

Tickets are selling fast, and with only 6 000 tickets available, get yours now.

FOR MORE INFO: For ticket and accommodation options, go to www.splashyfen.co.za; for any questions, email info@splashyfen.co.za.

LUSTED & LAMB

Sisters Janine and Nicoll share a love for all things art and design. Janine has a background in graphics and art, while Nicoll has a background in fashion and interior decor. Lusted & Lamb has always been a dream of theirs that was put on the backburner, but fi nally they have taken the next step and combined their creative skills and passion. The sisters explain: “We wanted to create a space where we can explore, inspire and nurture our craft, as well as fellow creatives; a space with a warm, relaxing and inviting atmosphere, where people can come together to enjoy a coffee, art, decor or sit and read a book. The majority of the products and services will be created by our team. In addition, we want to support, and invite local artists to exhibit and share our space.”

Lusted & Lamb offer interior design packages to suit all budgets and requirements, and products include printed scatter cushions, locally made ornaments and throws, potted plants, large-scale prints, and original art.

FOR MORE INFO: 072 421 9860; email: lusted.lamb@gmail. com; @lustedlamb; Makers’ Yard, 2 School Road, Unit 2, uMhlali.

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NEW YEAR’S EVE DINNER

Put on your best boogie shoes as we take you back to the 70s this New Year’s Eve. Dance your way into 2023 in retro 70s gear and join us for a blast from the past

December 31, 7pm at The Pearl Room, Oyster Box Hotel; R2 900 per adult and R1 900 per child under 12 years.

FOR MORE INFO: To book: 031 514 5000; email: restaurants@oysterbox.co.za

THE ORANGE TREE

The Orange Tree is a beautiful little cafe tucked away in the corner of Makers’ Yard with a shady deck overlooking the uMhlali Prep School’s sports field. The menu features a wide range of all-day breakfasts, light lunches, vegetarian and vegan meals, salads, burgers, waffles, pancakes and a wonderful bakery selection. All their meat is free-range, and almost everything is made from scratch. Their coffee is one of the best in Ballito and on a hot day nothing beats their ice-cold frappe. They have lots of exciting events lined up for the Christmas holidays, including: pasta-making workshops, gin pairing, kitchen take-overs with some well-known Durban chefs, Christmas table centrepiece floral arranging, art workshops and lots more.

FOR MORE INFO: Dates, prices and booking info on their socials: @theorangetree_sa and @makersyard_sa

STEPHANIE’S STUDIO@FIT24

Beauty therapist Stephanie de Winnaar owned a studio in Kloof before moving to Durban North with her family. “I continued to commute to Kloof but then I had my second baby which made things more than a bit chaotic so I decided to set up my salon from home,” recalls Stephanie.

Two years later Stephanie “got the itch” to go a little bigger and found premises at Fit24 gym in Durban North spending time designing the rooms herself. The results were stunning – bold, bright colours, quirky furniture, and sunny touches of yellow.

“I wanted to create a sense of space and tranquillity with a unisex appeal. It’s also great for clients who like an ‘all-inone’ venue – gym, salon and even coffee!” The studio offers basic beauty and more advanced treatments where clients can improve skin problems and conditions – carbon laser treatment, tattoo removal, microblading and lots more, using top-of-the-range equipment. Hotly popular at the moment is a session in the Stand Up Tan Can – a quicker alternative to roasting under KZN’s harsh summer sun.

“We therapists often acknowledge the fact that there are many salons around but most of us specialise in specific treatments. I completed a somatology course many years ago and am still learning. I would like to learn enough to be able to teach therapists how to become professionals in their field. I have the space now!”

FOR MORE INFO: Stephanie: 066 158 5897; Mon-Fri: 8am7pm; Sat and public holidays: 8am-4pm; stephanies_ studiofit24; W Stephanie’s Studio @Fit24

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CONNECT SPACE

How can Connect Space help your business succeed? Here are five facts you need to know going into 2023.

PRODUCTIVITY: One factor that saps productivity is monotony. Monotony isn’t just the work we do, where we work can also be monotonous. Sitting at the same desk with the same view will eventually become boring and affect how engaged we are with our work. In a coworking environment, things are rarely static. Every time you arrive at one of our locations, the sights, sounds, and faces will all be new. We aim to create environments for people to thrive in – a place to arrive and get down to business.

FLEXIBILITY: Wanting to work a bit later to wrap up something while you’re in the zone? Absolutely. Want to pick the brains of likeminded business people in the common area? Go right ahead. We provide a blank slate for you to paint your masterpiece of a productive day. Our flexible rental options enable you to book a desk for a few hours or a dedicated space for as long as you need it.

COMMUNITY: Co-working spaces are inherently collaborative, and our goal is to build these collaborative moments and celebrate these connections. So, come prepared to be a part of something bigger than just your to-do list for the day!

TECHNOLOGY: We offer state-of-the-art technology, with high-speed internet and failovers for an uninterrupted work experience, even during load shedding.

COFFEE: This one is important. We offer premium coffee served by skilled baristas all day long.

Don’t just take our word for it, come visit us and see what our spaces are really like. Find us in Mount Edgecombe, Musgrave and uMhlanga – three vibrant and conveniently placed business centres ready and waiting for you.

FOR MORE INFO: 031 576 0300; www.connectspace.co.za; info@connectspace.co.za

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