Mum's Mail Durban February 2015 by Mum's Mail

Issue 120

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Durban | February 2015

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Where Will I Find...? Everyday Life Editor’s Life La Lucia Mall The Skin Centre The Firm Readers’ Life Jam Clothing Hugh Mathie Beds Sixtythree Hairstudio Kini Girl SmartMind Technologies Controlice Zinka Coloured Sunscreen Valentine’s Day Umhlanga Laser and Aesthetic Clinic Business Life Delicious Life Home Life Healthy Life Healthy Life Dr Mary Mackenzie Beautiful Life Tiny Life Young Life Educated Life uShaka Marine World Party Life Lunch Box Ideas Relaxed Life Laidback Life Simple Life Busy Life

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Editor’s Life As I type this, the kids have JUST gone back to school, what a relief! My wallet is groaning under the strain of what felt like months of school holidays. And while there is a lot of “free” entertainment to make use of (the beach, playing at friends, skateboarding at the local parks etc), somehow the “I’m bored” lament is always followed by a request for entertainment that costs a whole heap of money.

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Take going to the movies for example, besides the cost of the movie ticket (which can vary between R0 if you have a Discovery Vitality Kids’ Club Card and it is before 7pm, right up to over R100 for the fanciest cinema seats in the house), the cost of a “combo” snack (popcorn, a drink and sweets) is anything from R50 upwards. Movies have sadly become a rare luxury for most families. So what can you do for “free” nowadays? Living close to the sea, we have been taking advantage of the great weather by going to the beach most weekends, but if you have to travel far to get there, it’s not really “free”, is it? How about a picnic in your local park? And do you exercise with your kids? As a family we do the 5km Park Run every Saturday morning at 8am (it’s a worldwide event, so check out www.parkrun.co.za to find your closest venue), and while the kids certainly don’t do back flips about having to get out of bed at 7am on a Saturday, once they are up and moving, they do seem to have fun.

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I’d really love to hear your ideas of how you have “free” fun with your kids. Send your ideas to editor@mumsmail.com. You may win some free movie tickets in the process!

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Readers’ Life Thank you so much for the recent generous donation of toys to Kiddie Kan. The items coaching with were given to Gozololo Children’s Centre. Brenda Daniels. Be what you LOVE to be.

Be what you WANT to be. Be who you are MEANT to be.

I am writing to thank you for your kind support of our Annual Ladies’ Golf Day which took place on 29 October 2014 at Umhlali Country Club. Your contribution was wonderfully received on the day and I am delighted to tell you that we raised an amazing R 55 000 from this event, all of which will go towards making dreams come true for children suffering from lifethreatening illnesses in KZN. On behalf of the staff, volunteers and children we work with, I want to thank you for your contribution. We look forward to working with you again soon to help make more dreams come true! Tandi Ciaglia.

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I write to thank you sincerely for mailing us copies of the Mum’s Mail since February last year. I started work at the newly opened children’s hospital in South Beach this year. Amongst the first things I decided to do was introduce reading material that parents are unlikely to get in the areas they live in. Mum’s Mail was it! The parents and nursing staff look forward to this little mag each month. God Bless. Dr Shireen Mohamed.

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Everyday Life

Hugh Mathie Beds Hugh Mathie started selling beds and mattresses in 1970 and has become the icon of the bedding industry. Good oldfashioned personal service has made him set the standards when it comes to comfortable beds at affordable prices. Hugh patented his now famous ‘hygiene’ mattress 10 years ago and this versatile sleep surface with a detachable comfort layer is a must for allergy sufferers. His website will tell you more: www.hughmathiebeds.co.za.

them all the pertinent questions before investing in a new bed. The Kloof store in Village Road, next to the SPCA, is managed by Tercia Haddon who has 10 years’ experience in offering their top ranges to very discerning clients. Her store in Kloof is a pleasure to visit, offering a ‘lady’s touch’ and beautiful ranges of beds, bunks and storage beds in garden surroundings.

Stuart Mathie handles the logistics and Private homes, B&Bs, schools and hotels warehousing in Kloof and Durban North. all take advantage of his vast knowledge on beds in each price and comfort range. 2015 will see some brilliant new lines as well as the opening of the new Ballito branch His store at Hyper-By-The-Sea in early this year. Durban North services the local coastal homemakers, plus holiday homes from Contact: Margate to Ballito. Hugh is normally at this 031 – 764 2665 (Kloof), store in the mornings, before Carol takes 031 – 564 6695 (Durban North), over in the afternoons up until 6pm. It really mathie@telkomsa.net or visit is well worth a visit to Durban North to ask www.hughmathiebeds.co.za.

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Everyday Life

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Everyday Life

No Time to Exercise?

“I don’t have time” is the grown-up version of “the dog ate my homework”. Most people come with up with the excuse of “I don’t have time in my day to exercise.”

Answer honestly to yourself: • How much time do you sit at a hair salon? • How much time do you take to do your nails, waxing, facials and other beauty treatments? • How much time do you spend on social networks? • How much time do you spend shopping? You probably spend quite a lot of time doing all of the above, so why can’t you make time for 45 minutes to exercise? “I have a family to maintain and look after, I feel guilty enough that I have to work and not spend time with them, and if I go to the gym, then I’m being selfish.”

• Discuss your intentions with your partner and ask for his support and help with errands or looking after the kids. If he’s too busy or tired, get up at 4am when they’re all sleeping and head to the gym! • Create family time by ensuring you all wake up together, eat breakfast and dinner together with the TV off and chat about your day at school/work. • Leave weekends for real family time. Do some activities together as a family or go away together. • Encourage your family to lead a healthy lifestyle by setting the example by eating correctly and exercising regularly. Kini Girl will teach you how to balance work and family while still being able to lead a healthy and fit lifestyle.

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Everyday Life

Young People Get Creative Glenwood based designers, Umcebo Design are a World Design Capital Project, with their Project #WDC616, Jungle Fever, An Avenue of Recycled Chandeliers.

spent four mornings at Umcebo’s studios, doing all the beadwork that adorns the chandeliers and gives them their bushy and organic look.

The project sees Umcebo working in conjunction with the community by asking them to collect plastic, in the form of ice cream and yoghurt containers. These are then processed by Umcebo and the community via a number of workshops, into high-end and designer chandeliers. The pieces are not only selling to Umcebo’s private clients, but are also being curated into a collection of pieces which went on display at the Durban Art Gallery in November 2014. These pieces also became part of the Durban Art Galleries Permanent Collection.

The students enjoyed the work tremendously, and were excited and inspired to be part of the programme. Their teacher, Sonja Cavey, was excited to show the learners a working artist’s studio and to let them spend time creating work in this space, which will ultimately have a life in the Durban Art Gallery. It was apparent that the learners enjoyed themselves when they insisted on performing the school song, as well as their recycling song. Visit Umcebo Design’s website at www.umcebodesign.co.za and like their Facebook Page at Umcebo Design, where you can see all the images and video from the Tree Tops Workshops.

The workshop programme has involved organisations such as Black Sash KZN and schools such as Tree Tops. Recently two groups of 10 learners and their teacher

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Valentine’s Day

Have a POSH Valentine It’s Valentine’s month! If you are single or simply not into the whole commercial “V” day, then why not celebrate with your close friends? Especially if you are single and ready to mingle, throw a Valentine’s dinner party! Our HOT POSH tips for hosting a Valentine’s dinner party:

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1. Mix it up: Especially if you are single, get together a group of singletons (male and female) to celebrate together and get ready to mingle. 2. Favours: Buy something inexpensive as a guest favour for each of your guests, which you can place on the table with a little fun Valentine note or poem that you have written. Try personalising each person’s poem, making it fun and unique.

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3. Decorate: Our favourite element of a dinner party! We love to decorate. You don’t have to go traditional red and white… spice it up with red and pink, or throw in silver or gold sequins to “Posh” it up! 4. Food and Drinks: Go to town with preparing and decorating your dinner and drinks. Cut heart shaped cookies, use strawberries with cream and chocolate, really get creative and in the Valentine’s mode! Your guests will appreciate the effort. For more information on a Posh Valentine, contact Tarryn Livsey at tarryn@poshparty.co.za or 078 200 8578. Visit their website on www.poshparty.co.za.

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Business Life

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Business Life

Staff Motivation

Whilst conducting an employee satisfaction survey with a client recently, Sprout Consulting was not entirely surprised to find that 30% of the respondents felt that they were not being properly rewarded. They base their HR philosophy on the Herzberg two factor theory to facilitate their thinking on employee satisfaction. The first factors are hygiene factors, with the rule of thumb being that these can’t enhance performance, but the absence of them will cause dissatisfaction e.g. satisfactory pay and decent working conditions. The motivator factors are used to enhance the performance of the team, including recognition and promotion possibilities. If John’s salary is R25 000 per month, he will cost the company in excess of R1 million over three years, factoring in all the costs of employment. Most assets have a useful life of three years. The thought that goes into acquiring an asset for R1 million, and the maintenance that will happen to make it last three years, should be no different to the decision to hire John and keep him working at full capacity. Find out if there is dissatisfaction in your team and what staff need to perform at their best, and then put a plan in place to manage it. This may change your staff attitudes without changing your payroll costs. Sprout Consulting can assist you with the ‘hard and soft’ skill approach to staff motivation. For more information, contact info@sproutconsulting.co.za or 086 1476 9669. Like the Sprout Consulting Facebook page, and subscribe to the newsletters via www. sproutconsulting.co.za/contact-us-now/. WIN WIN WIN Mum’s Mail has one orchid pot plant, compliments of Sprout Consulting, to give away. Visit www.mumsmail.com to enter. 23

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Delicious Life

Fine Greek Fare at The Food Market The Hellenic Welfare Society supports and raises funds for disadvantaged and aged people. The society runs a food stall at The Food Market in Durban North. They sell nowhere else and as a charity they rely on the funds they make to support people in our community who need assistance. The three Greek ladies who prepare the food for the monthly market, held at the Hellenic Conference Centre on the last Saturday of every month, have learnt their skill from their mothers and grandmothers. These ladies are quite shy about their achievements, but the society can offer the wonderful food they do because of the monthly behind-the-scenes contributions of Maria, Alexia and Maroula. Few people realise how labour intensive Greek cooking is. These three ladies have managed to make it look really easy and the Hellenic Welfare Society is truly grateful to them. Visitors to the monthly stand are spoilt for choice on the sweet side in the form of kourapiedes (top quality Greek shortbread), bougatsa (decadent custard enclosed in a phyllo casing) and of course the ubiquitous baklava which everyone knows. On the savoury side, they offer delicious spinach and feta pies, lamb and feta pies, as well as Greek home-cooked meals to be eaten at home later.

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Food Market 28 February 8am - 2pm Hellenic Community Centre, 6 High Grove, Umgeni Park, Durban North

The Hellenic Welfare Society thanks the public for supporting this charity and hopes that you will continue to visit the stall. Contact: 031 – 207 1439, hellenicwelfare@gmail.com, www.hellenicwelfare.weebly.com. The Food Market: 031 – 563 8546, eatgreek@telkomsa.net, www.eatgreek.co.za. WIN WIN WIN Mum’s Mail has a Sunday Lunch Eat Greek Voucher for 6 people to give away (valid until 31 July 2015, excluding drinks). Visit www.mumsmail.com to enter. www.mumsmail.com

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The easiest way to encourage healthy eating habits in children is to set a good example. Fry’s Family Foods recommends the following seven vegetarian habits for children: 1. Make your diet colourful. A colourful diet can boost your grey matter. Our brains benefit from a wide variety of vitamins and minerals derived from a diversity of fruits and vegetables. 2. Pick fresh fruit. Fresh fruit is better than dried fruit because it doesn’t have the high sugar concentration or extra preservatives. 3. Have a sandwich rather than a snack bar. A sandwich is better than a snack bar. Whole-wheat bread is a wonderful source of B vitamins and fibre and when topped with sugar-free peanut butter, is a scrumptious and sustainable snack. 4. Go nuts. Nuts and seeds contain brain nutrients, so pack a small daily snack pack including pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, mixed nuts and some raisins for fun. 5. Let kids choose from a healthy selection. Kids find it fun to pack their own food so provide a healthy selection of snacks and leave the final decision the little ones. 6. Add sprouts. Sprouts, such as alfalfa, can be home-grown and harvested to make sandwiches more exciting and healthy, and kids can have fun sprouting their own meals. 7. Hydrate with water. Water should be the main, if not the only source of hydration. Other drinks can fill up little tummies, thereby displacing the intake of proper food.

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Ginja Launches The Dirty Fork Kitchen After only four weeks of preparation the doors were opened to The Dirty Fork Kitchen Studio, based at the Ginja Food Magazine offices in Durban North. The concept for the kitchen studio is to offer the public and companies the opportunity to take part in function hire and company team building, cooking demos, classes and courses, recipe production, recipe development, production food studio, food styling and photography, product and cookbook launches, as well as chef collaborations. What better way to demonstrate the purpose of the kitchen than to invite a few media guests to a launch to remember? Chef Jacqui Brown welcomed the media guests with drinks and snacks before leading them into the highly anticipated The Dirty Fork Kitchen Studio. What lay before them were tables set out with the makings of the perfect paella.

Grouped in teams of two, each team was set the task of creating the perfect dish under the guidance of Chef Jacqui Brown, and joining her in the kitchen to assist the ladies was Chef Bianca Westhorpe-Pattow. As if this were not enough pressure for the ladies, they were then told that their dishes would be tasted by both chefs at the Ginja office and a prize awarded for the best dish. Once their dishes were cooked, presented and tasted by the chefs, the ladies sat together and enjoyed their meals, whilst Chef Jacqui Brown demonstrated how to make her incredibly delicious vanilla bean ice cream with grilled pineapple and a rum-infused caramel sauce dessert. For more information or to book a place in The Dirty Fork Kitchen Studio contact info@thedirtyforkstudio.com.

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Light Up Your Home

see their more designer stuff. From bright pendant lights, to wooden carved pieces of Isn’t it amazing how exciting it is to shop for art, they have a look to suit any space. They home goodies as a home owner? It’s such also have a wide selection of gorgeous night lights and torches for those scary wake-ups a joy! at night. Ordinarily the thought of I recently purchased a quirky, shopping for lights wasn’t an bright, paint splat side lamp for idea that floated my boat, living the kids’ playroom. I’m not sure in a rented space. Now, however, who was more excited about it, I can disappear into Lightco and me or them? not be seen again. Lightco recently celebrated We recently had our garden and their 16th birthday and it’s no driveway fitted with floodlights. surprise that they have such a The huge wishing tree at loyal customer base, as their in the bottom of the garden is store service stands head and illuminated with one click of a shoulders above the rest. Give remote, how cool! We are also them a visit at either their Umhlanga or on a mission to go for more energy-saving bulbs, not only for the environment, but for Springfield store and see for yourself. our whopping monthly electricity bill! Visit www.lightco.co.za. Lightco specialises in functional indoor and Written for Mum’s Mail outdoor lights but, man oh man, you should by Jane Linley-Thomas.

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Healthy Eating for a Healthy Heart February is Healthy Lifestyle Awareness times a week. Month (14 February is Congenital Heart Defect Awareness Day). Lower the risk of Starchy food should be the basis of most heart disease and live a healthier lifestyle. meals. Choose high-fibre starches such as brown rice, whole-wheat or seed bread, • Unsaturated fats: These fats help lower bran, oat bran, oat porridge, potatoes with cholesterol if they replace saturated skin, sweet potatoes and mealies. fats in your diet. There are two types: • Polyunsaturated fats: These include Eating the following food with antioxidants omega 6 and omega 3 fatty acids. Omega may help prevent illness, infections and 6 sources: pumpkin, sunflower, sesame, heart disease: • Vitamin C: citrus fruit, hemp seeds, corn, soya beans, walnuts, guavas, kiwis, strawberries, tomatoes, wheat germ, sunflower and sesame oil. cabbage, broccoli and peppers. • Vitamin E: Omega 3 sources: fish oils from mackerel, sunflower and sesame seeds, wheat germ, herrings, salmon, pilchards, sardines, nuts, avocados, dried beans and lentils. • tuna, flax seeds, flax oil and dark green Selenium: oysters, herrings, tuna, molasses vegetables. • Monounsaturated fats: and mushrooms. • Beta Carotene: yellow avocados, olives, olive oil and nuts. and orange fruit and vegetables. • Lycopene: tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato juices, Tips on including unsaturated fats: guava, watermelon and papaya. • Folic • Include raw seeds and nuts in salads. Acid: green leafy vegetables, wholegrain • Add seeds to yoghurt. • Snack on bread and cereals. unsalted, un-roasted nuts and dried fruit. • Include fatty fish in your diet three to four Source: www.trimbody.co.za.

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Mothers Are People Too We seldom allow ourselves to be honest about just how testing parenthood can be on our lives, our bodies and our relationships. Although motherhood must be one of the most privileged aspects of being a woman, it also seems to have its way of turning a woman’s life upside down in ways she could never have prepared herself for. Motherhood is undoubtedly full of precious moments, but it also is a time when you risk losing ownership of your life. Your body, your time and even much needed sleep, are no longer your own. Weeks are measured in segments of feeding, changing and rocking to sleep. Despite the modern pressures to be everything to everyone, amazingly, women manage to cope. However, as a therapist, I have come to appreciate the long-term consequences of complete self-abandon to parenthood. It’s a juggling act of family needs in which mothers often drop themselves. They come to me years later with a sense of “Where did I lose myself?”

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Here are a few suggestions: • You are entitled to find motherhood overwhelming at times. When you do, reach out. • Try to put aside some time for adult occasions: a hot date with your husband, coffee with friends, movies that don’t require 3-D glasses. • Although not always practically possible, never underestimate the value of a full night’s sleep. • Don’t be afraid to reclaim your body: find an excuse to dress up or take a run on the beachfront. • One of the greatest gifts you can give your children is a fulfilled mother: Don’t give up on that personal dream. By Jason Ross, Discursive Psychologist, jasontross@mweb.coo.za, 082 448 2698, www.untwisted.co.za. www.mumsmail.com

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Paddling in Support of The Sunflower Fund Danielle Barrie-Smith will take on the epic Dusi Canoe Marathon, which runs from 19 to 21 February, in the name of a great cause as she paddles in support of The Sunflower Fund. This annual event covers roughly 120km (75 miles) between Pietermaritzburg and Durban, through some of the most challenging canoeing terrain. In this true test of physical endurance, Danielle is challenging all other canoeists attempting the Dusi 2015 to join her efforts of raising much-needed awareness and funds for The Sunflower Fund. The Sunflower Fund is the only organisation in South Africa to actively educate and recruit potential bone marrow stem cell donors for inclusion on the South African Bone Marrow Registry (SABMR), to give hope to patients diagnosed with leukaemia and other life-threatening blood disorders who are searching for their 1 in 100 000 bone marrow stem cell match.

It is unlikely that a patientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s match will be found outside their ethnic background, which presents a huge logistical and financial challenge to The Sunflower Fund in building and maintaining an ethnically diverse registry representative of the South African population. It is through fundraising and awareness campaigns such as the 75Miles4Marrow Dusi Canoe Marathon campaign that The Sunflower Fund, with the help of community champions like Danielle, can carry out their good work. If you would like to sponsor Danielle, financial contributions can be made in favour of The Sunflower Fund, ABSA Tokai (632005), Account: 4051834719 with the reference DBNM4M74 and your full name.

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Healthy Choices for Children Research shows that up to 90% of cancers are caused by environmental and lifestyle factors. Many adult cancers are linked to exposure to environmental carcinogens (cancer-causing substances) during childhood. Parents therefore have a responsibility to promote lifestyle choices that lower the cancer risks of their children. With World Cancer Day coming up on 4 February, the Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA) recommends the following cancer-smart behaviour: Adopt a balanced family lifestyle. A healthy diet should include plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables, plant-based proteins such as soya, and only small amounts of meat. Children should do at least 60 minutes of physical activity per day and adults should do 30 minutes. Avoid known carcinogens in the environment. The two best known are tobacco and UV rays from the sun. However, there are also some lesser-known environmental carcinogens: • Smoke from open fires; children should be kept away from direct smoke. • Hepatitis B (linked to liver cancer); childhood vaccination programmes must be adhered to. • Human Papilloma virus (HPV, linked with cervical cancer). A vaccine is currently being rolled out in government schools and through some private doctors. • Acrylamides (possibly linked to kidney and endometrial cancers). These are found in potato crisps, so intake should be limited! • Transfats; food with more than 2% transfatty acids should be avoided, like confectionary, processed foods and some margarines. • Bisphenol A (BPS); plastics bearing a triangle containing the number 7 underneath should be avoided. BPA free plastics are preferable. • Platicisers; plasticiser-free cling wrap should be used such as Glad Wrap and in-house brands at most supermarkets.

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Hope for Brooklyn As World Rare Disease Day will be observed on 28 February, Mum’s Mail would like to raise awareness about a Durban family who is battling a rare disease; Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis.

Energise the body and calm the mind at The Centre for Wellbeing, private yoga studio in a tranquil setting. Plenty of safe parking. Beginners and experienced are welcome. Class times: Mon & Wed: 8:30am & 5:30pm, Tues & Thurs 9am (TLC for the not fit) & 6pm, Fri: 8:30am, Sat 8am Hatha/flow yoga classes. Call Christine on 084 444 9377 or visit www.jivanandacentre.co.za.

Brooklyn Rex has been diagnosed with a combination of HLH and Systemic Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (SJIA) called Macrophage Activation Syndrome (MAS). These rare conditions are severe, lifethreatening disorders. She is currently on high dose immunosuppression treatment, including biologics which come at a great cost to the family, who live in isolation most of the time. The family, with both mom and dad having been retrenched in the last few months, are currently looking to relocate to Cape Town to get further treatment at the Red Cross Children’s Hospital because specialised treatment overseas would cost upwards of R10 million, needed in advance. What is HLH? Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis (HLH) is an aggressive, life-threatening syndrome of excessive HOLISTIC WELLNESS immune activation. Prompt initiation of CENTRE treatment for HLH is essential for the survival of affected patients. People with active HLH have overactive histiocytes and lymphocites, white blood cells that cause inflammation. Reflexology These cells then build up in good tissue and Shiatsu can cause damage to a range of organs, Indian Head Massage Reiki including bone marrow, lymph nodes, liver, Contact: Nereen spleen, skin membranes surrounding the 25 Inverness Crescent brain, spinal cord or, more rarely, the brain Durban North 031 563 1937 | 082 638 6377 itself, resulting in multi organ failure. nereenr@gmail.com

Symptoms of HLH may include: • Persistent fevers • Rash • Enlarged liver Dr Kathryn • Enlarged spleen • Enlarged lymph nodes Carr • Anaemia • Low platelets • Low white MBChB (UCT) DCH (SA) blood cells • Jaundice • Hepatitis • Liver General failure • Respiratory issues (coughing, PraCtitioner respiratory distress) • Seizures Support Hope for Brooklyn: SMS ‘HOPE’ to 49278 (SMS costs R20). Be a part of their journey on Facebook: www.facebook.com/ HopeforBrooklynRex.

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Acne Scarring

not indented at all, they are actually firm bumps raised above the surface of the skin. This type of acne scarring is most commonly found on the chest and back. • Discolouration: There are two main types of discoloration after acne, postinflammatory hyperpigmentation (dark spots) and post-inflammatory erythema (reddish spots).

Acne scarring may arise in different forms. It occurs due to the intense inflammation that occurs mainly in cystic acne. The inflammation damages the collagen in the deeper layers, resulting in collagen loss that causes indentations on the skin. Excessive picking of skin in milder cases may also result in collagen damage and scarring, as well as pigmentation in darker skin types. Acne Treatment options for acne scarring scarring can be prevented with early and vary according to the type of scars and a combination approach may be required, as appropriate management of active acne. a patient may have more than one scar type. • Chemical peels • Microdermabrasion There are 5 main types of acne scarring: • Ice-Pick Scars are very deep scars, with • Microneedling/Dermapen • Injection of sharp borders. They look almost as if they fillers • CROSS technique using 100% TCA have been poked into the skin with an ice for ice pick scars • Fractional ablative or pick. • Boxcar Scars have a sharp border, non-ablative laser • Cortisone injections but they are much wider than ice pick for keloids and hypertrophic scars • Skin acne scars. They appear as round ‘pits’ lighteners for pigmented scars. on the surface of the skin. • Rolling Scars Contact: Dr Imraan Jhetam, Specialist do not have sharp borders; they appear Dermatologist, 031 – 208 3370, as indented ‘wavy’ patches of the skin. info@skindoctor.co.za, • Hypertrophic Scars and Keloids are www.skinmedics.co.za.

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Bad Eating Habits Making South Africans Obese A report published in medical journal The Lancet, indicating that South Africa has the highest percentage of people who are obese in sub-Saharan Africa, is concerning because obesity is one of the main risk factors for heart disease, certain forms of cancer and diabetes. This phenomenon is examined in brand new CBS Reality series Half Ton Hospital. The biggest contributors to this epidemic is unhealthy eating and a lack of exercise. Many people, including children, spend a large part of the day sitting passively in front of the TV or a computer. The study indicates that the proportion of women who were overweight or obese in SA was 69.3% in 2013, with the men at 38.8%.

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Neil Viranna and Eddie Bodha would like to inform their colleagues, patients and friends of the relocation of their practices at Mt Edgecombe and Umhlanga Hospital Medical Centre. The new practices boast the latest equipment and upgraded facility that caters for a variety of conditions. Our approach is evidence based in which each patient undergoes a detailed examination to assist in establishing the source of pain as opposed to the site of pain. The overall aim is to assist in relieving pain and restore function. Therapeutic exercise and rehabilitation is one of the cornerstones of physiotherapy and in addition to “hands-on” care, we aim to educate patients to empower themselves to take control of their conditions and to assist in the recurrence of injuries.

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New ADHD Therapy Improves Overall Performance Often ADHD sufferers have co-occurring mood disorders, and many receive an incorrect diagnosis. New to SA is a treatment option with 20 years of scientific backing: Interactive Metronome Therapy. It could change your child’s life. The traditional treatment option for ADHD has always been medication, and while this may help to focus the attention and lengthen the concentration span, this same medication may dampen down your child’s natural talent in a particular area. IM works with the use of headphones and hand/or foot sensors to measure how close the candidate’s responses are to a computer-generated beat. The programme involves 12 sessions, of approximately 30 to 45 minutes each. Game-like features engage the trainee with auditory and visual guidance, which provides feedback while encouraging improved scores. The science behind the therapy is complex but, in brief, IM improves the efficiency of a person’s timing in the brain. In turn, this increases neural efficiency, which produces more efficient communication between critical brain networks. Because IM exercises and builds the core mental skills necessary for controlled attention, purposeful movement, working memory and the processing of info, its application extends with great success to: • athletes wishing to improve their speed and timing on the sports field, or those coming back from injury; • scholars looking to extend their attention span while studying for year-end exams; • children with a wide range of learning difficulties, who may be underperforming for their IQ; • musicians and dancers needing to fine-tune their motor skills before a big performance; • the elderly who may be concerned with declining memory and/or physical function.

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The Importance of Daily Liver Protection Your liver is one of your most important organs and is essential for your everyday health. It performs over 500 vital functions in your body. In fact, we can survive just two days if it shuts down; therefore daily protection of it should be a priority. Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a term used to describe the accumulation of fat in the liver of people who drink little or no alcohol. NAFLD occurs when your liver has trouble breaking down fats, causing lipids to build up in your liver tissue. The lipid build-up may affect the way the liver functions. Are you at risk for NAFLD? There are many lifestyle factors, diseases and conditions which may increase your risk of NAFLD, but quite simply you are at greater risk the older you are, if you are overweight or obese, suffer from insulin resistance or diabetes, use chronic medicines like corticosteroids, have high

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Jagged Edge Hair Salon Having thick, wild, curly hair that is prone to frizz is never fun, especially in Durban’s humid climate. I know this all too well, as I have this type of hair! Certain products can help, but if you’re looking for a more permanent solution then you should try the Diora Keratin treatment, also commonly known as a Brazilian. The Diora Keratin treatment is formaldehyde free (I checked!) and perfectly safe to use. My treatment was done by Jolene Van der Merwe at Jagged Edge Hair Salon in Durban North, who says it’s very popular and the results are great on everybody. The Keratin Protein Treatment consists of three steps (activate, smooth and seal) and takes from one-and-a-half to three hours, depending on the thickness and length of the hair. The product penetrates the cuticle of the hair, which is then blow dried and flat ironed, with the results being manageable, frizz-free hair!

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Long Lasting Glowing Skin Skin exfoliation is the mechanical removal of dead skin cells from the surface of the skin, to keep the skin soft, supple and radiant. The skin’s natural process of exfoliation is called desquamation and it is an ongoing process where dead skin cells are shed as new ones are produced. This process generally takes about twenty-eight days, but can take as long as seventy-five days, depending on age and the condition of the skin. We all know how gorgeous, radiant and plump a baby’s skin is and needless to say, a younger skin is more efficient at desquamation than the skin of our grandparents for instance.

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A Cupboard Full Of Clothes, But Nothing To Wear? Welcome Spring and Summer with an developed the True Self Style Words organised wardrobe created for your own concept to combine the best of life authentic style. coaching and image consulting. Glynis works with you and your wardrobe to Are you ready to toss out some old bring out and develop your authentic clothes? Don’t even think about it until style and sense of purpose. you’ve first discovered what those clothes say (or don’t say) about the true you. Together with her True Self Style Words Wouldn’t you love to know why you have concept, Glynis offers a three-hour those unworn clothes in your cupboard ‘Shopping in your Wardrobe’ workshop that with price tags still attached, or why you takes place in your own home and helps you simply can’t let go of that old jersey, belt uncover your unique and personal style, or shirt? giving you a wardrobe full of ‘new’ outfits you’ll love, created from the clothes and Experienced coach, consultant, speaker accessories you already have. and author of Reclaiming Beauty – Look Like Your True Self, Glynis Mackenzie, Contact 082 551 4985 or visit knows why you hold on to certain www.inspired.livingonpurpose.co.za. clothes while repeatedly ignoring others. Surprisingly, it has nothing to WIN WIN WIN Mum’s Mail has a do with fashion trends and little to do one-hour True Self Style Words with moods, but it has everything to do consultation (via Skype) worth R500 with your pursuit of meaning. Through to give away. her company, Living on Purpose, Glynis Visit www.mumsmail.com to enter.

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The Nail Guru Turns Three The Nail Guru was established in 2012 by Chantelle Prince and celebrates its third birthday this month. Chantelle has over 14 years of industry experience, having trained with various nail brands over the years and worked for various cosmetic brands. Her passion is beautiful nails! She has been a nail educator for six years and loves empowering women to become entrepreneurs and to work for themselves to achieve a more flexible lifestyle, allowing them to spend more time with their families and loved ones. Chantelle is a SETA Accredited Trainer, Assessor and Moderator. The Nail Guru has three divisions: treatments, training and supplies. They offer in-house nail and beauty treatments, but their core business is training. Treatments: Treatments include express/ spa manicures and pedicures, gel/acrylic overlays/tips, gel polish, Minx, eye lash extensions, MYscara, eyelash/brow tinting, waxing and body slimming treatments and

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Esse’s Cocoa Exfoliator

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Who doesn’t love Chocolate on Valentine’s Day? The unfortunate thing about chocolate is that it always comes with just a little twinge of apprehension for the centimetres that are to follow. Would you wish for a chocolate treat that promises no guilt, is good for you, is good for the planet and is good for the people of our beloved continent? Do you even believe such a treat exists?

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Baby Bygones

Mumzy was developed when one of the founders had a baby and kept asking her husband to go to the shops to get baby products. She found that items got lost in a big baby bag. As baby grew, the weight of baby and a baby bag gave her the idea to come up with something more convenient in which to carry all the necessary items.

• We sell secondhand baby items • We offer a baby equipment cleaning service • We hire out baby equipment for visitors 031 - 701 0243 • 082 455 6068 2 Paige Place, Bamboo Lane, Pinetown

Inside the Mumzy bag you will find all the items you need when going out with your baby. It can also be used as a guideline for new moms, as it gives them an idea of what they need to keep on hand.

Newborn Baby Outreach Lindy 083 607 4498 Lisa 083 293 0932 To provide newborn babies with essentials that many of us take for granted e.g. clothes, baby blankets, baby soap, powder and vaseline.

To keep costs down, the founders stuck to basic necessities. They wanted small items for the Mumzy, so they met with the companies involved, who agreed to sell them their sample sizes to use in the bags.

Mums, please donate newborn baby clothes, baby products and blankets you no longer require to give these little angels and their Mums a true “Positive Beginning” to life. Positive Beginnings - CRC non-profit organisation reg no 028-472-NPO

Items included in the Mumzy are: Bennetts baby bum cream, Bennetts Eazi-breather stick, Bennetts Aqueous bath drops, Johnson’s baby powder, baby wipes, four cotton wool ear buds, two kids’ plasters, one thermometer, one plastic baby teaspoon, three nappy bags and a hand sanitizer for mom. These items can be refilled. The Mumzy provides the convenience of a small bag to pop under your arm or into a baby bag, without the heaviness of large items that you use at home. When you change your baby, you open the bag and it lies flat with all the items clearly visible through the clear plastic. Contact Kathryn Becker, KZN distributor, 072 095 7430. WIN WIN WIN Mum’s Mail has one Mumzy (valued at R130) to give away. Visit www.mumsmail.com to enter.

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Tiny Life

These Shoes Are Meant For Walking Are they really? The best shoes for your toddler are NO SHOES at all! Walking barefoot helps build arches and strengthens ankles. Walking on uneven surfaces like sand and grass helps to further strengthen those muscles, and adds great tactile experiences to the sensory system. Running and playing outside is best done without shoes. Climbing a jungle gym, your toddler has better balance without shoes as they are able to feel the rung and “grasp” it with their foot. So what about that special occasion where shoes will complete the outfit? Choose shoes that are closest to no shoes. They must be flexible. Leather or rubber soles are best. You should easily be able to bend the shoe between your thumb and forefinger. The shoes must be low cut and preferably be leather so they can breathe. The high cut shoes stay on better but experts believe they restrict ankle movement. Flat bottoms with no heel are a must! Heels are lovely for play but not to wear out or for everyday walking. Only allow your daughters to wear heels at around 18 when the bones in the feet are better formed. Look for soft flexible shoes in leather with plenty of room for those cute toes to move in. Bigger is better. Keep checking the fit as they seem to grow overnight. Don’t pass on shoes to siblings and friends as shoes mould to the foot, and wearing shoes that have moulded to someone else’s foot is not a good idea. Enjoy seeing those gorgeous bare feet running around; it’s good for them! By Liz Victor. Contact: TOPTOTS, Kim Clark, 074 138 6400, kim@toptots.co.za, www.toptots.co.za. 55

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Baby Sprouts Moms and Baby Group Bring your baby along and meet other moms in a homely environment where you will learn to do the following with your baby. • Massage: Learn to do baby massage, this will ease tummy troubles, teething pains and boost your baby’s muscle development. • Stimulation: Stimulate your baby and introduce them to sounds, textures and interaction with you. • Nutrition: You will be given advice and recipes on how to feed your baby the most nutritious food for optimum growth and a good healthy immune system. • Baby Sign Language: You will also be taught baby sign language which is a special technique taught to babies from as early as six months. Your baby will learn to communicate with you before speech is possible, this will help to prevent tantrums caused by frustration from the inability to communicate.

• Swimming lessons for all ages & abilities • Parent & Toddler classes • Learn to swim through to stroke development Kirsten Dreyer 079 496 1513 www.swimfundi.co.za • kirsten@swimfundi.co.za 24 Longwoods Drive, Durban North (Pool - Salt chlorinated, heated & enclosed)

Classes run for one hour, after which the moms are welcome to have tea and chat. Each class will have some time allocated to stimulation with your baby, letting your baby experience different textures, teaching your baby to track, baby exercises with apparatus to strengthen and stimulate gross motor skills, as well as their fine motor skills like gripping. Roxy Clarke is a fitness model, athlete and nutritionist and loves helping other new mothers get back into shape after having their little bundles of joy.

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Baby Sprouts is situated in Gillitts. Term fees are R850 with a once-off registration fee of R50.

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Contact: Roxy, 079 160 6459, www.freedomhealth.co.za.

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Exclusive baby store stocking the ﬁnest quality Portuguese baby garments and accessories as well as baby essentials and necessities. We guarantee the best prices!

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Young Life

Record Your Baby’s First Year with Blacksheep Photography Black Sheep Photography is an all-female photographic company based in the Upper Highway area. Both Deseré Wadsworth and Sam Swiatek are qualified photographers and have been working in the field for more than seven years. Between the two of them, they can cover all genres of photography, including:

SPEECH & DRAMA

THE PROFESSIONALLY SPEAKING STUDIO

• Tuition in Speech & Drama from Gr. R • International exams through Lamda College in London • Specialising in confidence building and good communication skills • Tuition in Hillcrest & Durban North Area

Tel: 031 - 826 4401 082 659 5050 smfsdrama@iafrica.com

Classes for all ages and levels Monday to Saturday 8am to 7pm Former SA U21 champ and former ranked Top 10 SA and Open World 100. Karin: 083 391 3474 031 201 1655 casey@sai.co.za

• Child photography • Corporate photography • Couple’s photography • Family photography • Maternity photography • Newborn photography • Personal photography • Portfolio photography • Wedding photography. Their gorgeous studio barn is situated in the beautiful Valley of 1 000 hills, mid-way between Durban and Pietermaritzburg, and is big enough to do large shoots. Travelling is also no problem and they love to shoot in different locations. And even though they are based in KZN, they consider themselves South African photographers and do not limit their work to the East Coast. Blacksheep Photography has a new concept for baby photography, the baby timeline, whereby you can capture your baby growing and changing. Photographs are taken once a month in your baby’s first year, allowing them to edit all of them together to create a photographic storyboard of your little one’s growth in his/her first year. This unique concept was inspired by Sam’s antenatal group. Contact Deseré on 076 166 8679, Sam on 079 117 7223 or visit www.blacksheepphotography.co.za. WIN WIN WIN Mum’s Mail has a baby timeline voucher (worth R1 500) to give away. Visit www.mumsmail.com to enter. 57

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Your Child’s Mouth Can Tell a Story The oral cavity of a child is a canvas depicting the health or ill health of all systems in the body. Medical literature explicitly says that a change in one’s general health can contribute to a change in one’s oral health and vice versa. Many undiagnosed systemic conditions may manifest orally first. Studies have shown that children with asthma, uncontrolled diabetes and congenital heart diseases have increased caries (rotten teeth), gingivitis (gum disease), oral candidiasis (fungal infection), eroded enamel (rough tooth surfaces) and in asthmatic children, a greater need for orthodontic corrections. Children born with gastro esophageal reflux are often plagued with eroded teeth from the gastric acids and nutritional deficiencies. Vitamin B deficiency can result in a burning mouth sensation with inflammation and oral ulcers, swollen tongue or fissures at the corner of the mouth. Many preteens and teenagers today are prone to eating disorders, resulting in either obesity or anorexia. Obesity has been linked to increased periodontitis (gum disease with bone loss) and anorexia, with purging, leads to further eroded tooth surfaces. Very often it is the dentist who sees the first signs of a teenager who is purging. Children who have to take chronic medication are often plagued with side effects in the mouth, such as swollen gums in the case of epileptic children, a dry mouth or fungal infections from immunosuppressive drugs.

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For a good quality of life, it is essential to have regular dental/oral check-ups and good maintenance programmes set up by your dental team to avoid delaying diagnosis or systemic complications from poor oral health. Source: Ravena Naidoo, Dental Tranquility, 031 – 561 4906, 082 572 3718, 7 Portland Drive, Umhlanga. www.mumsmail.com

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Young Life Silver Stirrup Riding School

Pony Rides offered on Wednesday afternoons!

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• Ballet • Modern • Tap • Hip Hop • Adult Ballet Classes

Christy Hartgill School of Dance

• Ballet • Tap • Hip Hop • Modern • Adult Classes Enrolments for 2015 open

031 - 564 1498 • 082 457 2542 134 Park Road, Durban North dance@springwood.co.za www.springwood.co.za

Life Coaching for Teens and Young Adults • Stress reduction • Peer relationship challenges • Improving communication with parents • Goal setting • Self-esteem building & assertiveness training • Future direction and more

(Transport provided at an additional cost)

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Specialising in: • Ballet • Tap • Hip Hop • Mommy & Me Ballet • Exam & Open Work All Schools - we will come to you! Christy 074 828 6554

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SECURE A KID SAFETY HARNESS If you think your children are safe just because they’re strapped in, THINK AGAIN! Seat Belts are made for ADULTS – not children! Secure A Kid Safety Harnesses are: • A suitable replacement for a booster seat • For use from age 3 years up and even adults can use it! • Ideal for daily use in mom or dad’s car, school lift schemes, grannies’ cars and more. • Fully portable and easy to install.

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Stockists of quality and affordable fun, craft, wooden and educational toys. Pop in today. Come and play. 031 573 1591 info@thecarnival.co.za carnivaltoyshop Shop 11, Northway Shopping Centre, Kenneth Kaunda Dr, Durban North

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Wart and Fish Paint Your Own Pencil Case

Karin Visagé

Tennis School • Private & Group Coaching • Beginners, Intermediate & Advanced • Pre-school Programme 4 - 5 Year Olds

Pencil cases are children’s early learning organisers. Pencil cases are used at home for homework and at school for lessons. They are one of the school essentials that travel with you through your school career and even into adult life.

Durban North 083 253 7714 031 - 563 3208

The idea of painting your own pencil case is a fun activity but at the same time encourages an attitude of personal responsibility. When you add your own creativity to something you use, it becomes more valuable to you and gives you a sense of pride and ownership. Organisation, pride in your work and personal responsibility are great character traits to teach children as they start a new year at school. The Wart and Fish pencil cases with fabric paints, stamps and a paint brush are perfectly geared for a DIY activity.

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The fabric design is all ‘Out Of Africa’ with different animated animal characters printed on a zip bag in a tough cotton twill. Painting instructions are included with mini stamps to add interest and a personal touch. A laundry pen can be used to write your child’s name and class on the coloured band at the top of the pencil case. Each pencil case will become your own special reminder that work and play can go hand in hand as you look after the tools you need to be successful and responsible too.

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Home Friendly Experiment: Wacky Water

1000 Animals/ Birds!

Question: How can you pour water into a glass from one metre away?

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RATED THE BEST FARM OF ITS KIND Big or Small, Fun for All!

OPEN EVERY DAY 9 - 4:30 MILKING DEMO AT 12 & 3

Over 1000 rescued animals and birds, many out to be cuddled, 15 outdoor playgrounds, 2 indoor play centres, own picnic/braais welcome, coffee shop also on-site, jumping castle, pony/horse rides and train rides.

You will Need: • Jug • Water • Food colouring • Glass • Newspaper • String

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N2 North, exit 214 Umhlali/Salt Rock Rd, follow the signs

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What to Do: • First, spread out some newspaper and put the glass on it. • Then, fill a jug halfway with water and add a few drops of food colouring. • Soak the string in water, then tie one end of the string to the handle of the jug. Let the other end of the string hang into the glass. • Stretch the string tightly across the top of the jug, while holding the other end of the string against the side of the glass. • Now, slowly pour the water along the string. Keep trying until you find the right angle for the water to run down the string. • Be amazed how the water runs along the string and doesn’t pour out onto the newspaper! So What? There are three forces at work in this experiment: gravity, adhesion, and cohesion. Gravity pulls the water down towards Earth. Adhesion attracts water to other objects. Cohesion attracts water molecules to other water molecules. In this experiment adhesion attracts the water to the string and cohesion keeps the water flowing in a steady stream. NB: Do this experiment over some newspaper. It can get a little messy! Source: KZN Science Centre, 031 – 830 5379, www.kznsc.org, www.facebook.com/KZNScienCentre. 61

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Educated Life

TV and Your Baby The American Academy of Paediatrics recommends no TV under the age of two. The Australian government recommends that children under two should be banned from watching TV and all other forms of electronic media. France has banned all TV for children under three. So why are these three countries taking such a radical view, when 67% of South Africans polled by The Baby Expo, believe that TV for babies is okay? Reading through various research projects, it would appear that there is overwhelming evidence that TV and electronic media is in fact bad for babies and children under three, as it puts brain development at risk. Dr Dimitri Christakis has shown that brain development is inhibited by TV because it provides too much sensory input that is too fast for the baby’s brain. This not only does not aid the development of those important synapses, it actually reduces attention span and neglects to activate the important regions of the brain such as problem solving and language. The more TV watched by the age of three, the more likely the child is to have attention problems by the age of seven. Each hour of TV watching before three increases the likelihood by 10%. On the other hand, each hour of cognitive stimulation provided by reading to the child, talking or playing with blocks etc., reduces the likelihood of attention problems by 30%. So, would you allow your little one to engage in an activity that is likely to change the way his brain develops or damage his body through inactivity? By Barbara Eaton, Academic Development Co-ordinator for Pre-Primary Schools, at ADvTECH Schools Division. www.mumsmail.com

Lilliput Learners Pre Primary

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Tel: 031 260 1422 Glenwood lilliput.adm@icon.co.za

Lilliput Learners is a fully private, ﬁrst class Pre School that provides a strong education based curriculum for children aged 1 to 6 years. WE OFFER: • Qualiﬁed teachers • Safe, caring environment • Structured learning programme • Small classes with individual attention • Open from 7am to 5pm • Open throughout school holidays • Discounted rates for civil servants

LITTLE LYONS PRESCHOOL

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limited space available

• 12 months - 5 years • 7:30am - 1pm • 1pm - 5pm • Holiday Care • Fun & Interactive • Safe & Hygienic Environment

Contact: Debbie lyon 082 560 1396 | la lucia debbie.lyon@live.com www.littlelyonspreschool.co.za

Educated Life

The LEARN Project The LEARN Project reaches out to schools and children in need. The goal is to equip these schools with reading books and stationery to create a positive learning environment where both teachers and learners can reach their full potential.

books encourage learners to ‘reuse and recycle’ any stationery or books they no longer need, donating them to help those who are less fortunate to excel at school.

Books and stationery supplies are essential to fostering a positive and effective learning environment. Many South African schools, however, do not have the resources to supply their learners with these essential materials. Most of the children in these schools have never even been into a library.

Ros Toerien and Lucy Pienaar, two likeminded friends, with a shared desire to motivate and inspire teachers and learners, discovered they shared a vision of making a difference in South African schools. Ros, a mother and teacher, and Lucy, a mother and businesswoman, came together to start The LEARN Project. They welcome on board any interested friends, families, businesses, or schools with a heart to make a difference and assist schools in need to make important changes in reading and learning.

The LEARN Project aims to establish reading centres and programmes in schools that are currently without reading books and to encourage a love for reading and learning in both teachers and learners. This aim is supported by a buddy-system with more fortunate schools where collection points for second-hand stationery and pre-loved

Where it all began

To get involved or to make a donation, visit www.thelearnproject.co.za or contact Ros on 071 853 4473 or Lucy on 082 458 5171.

• Grade 8-12 Co-Ed • KZN Registered School • Small Classes Est. 1999

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We offer a safe, friendly place to study with a personalised approach to education and small classes so you do not get lost in the system. our teachers are passionate about teaching and our learners are excited about learning. We grow individuals with strong values, self discipline and the skills to make life a success. We also cater for international students who do not have English as their first language.

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Sunfield Home School International Day of Persons with Disabilities was observed on 3 December 2014. Sunfield Home School is just one of the many local schools dedicated to educating intellectually impaired learners. This charming little boarding school was established in 1972 in the country environment of Canelands, a 15 minute drive inland from Mt Edgecombe. Sunfield Home School offers a unique educational experience to intellectually impaired learners between the age of six and 23 years. The school aims to educate children of all cultures to become self-sufficient, confident, happy members of society who reach their full potential with dignity and grace. The school offers specialised education with the focus on literacy, numeracy and life-skills. Learners are also exposed to gardening, pottery, cookery, music, arts and crafts, haircare, woodwork, educational outings and sports. Learning phases consist of the Pre-

Vocational, Senior, Intermediate and Junior Groups. A qualified educator, supported by an educational assistant for each small class group, recognises that disabled learners have more abilities than disabilities and they ensure that learning is fun and relevant to each child’s aptitude.The boarding establishment offers a home from home environment in three age-related hostels, with a high ratio of staff to children, so that everyone is treated as an individual. The children are encouraged to develop their personalities, recreational interests and life-skills in a structured, secure, loving atmosphere while learning how to be as independent as possible and a credit to themselves. The school’s motto “Growing with Love” is central to its holistic approach in recognising that every child’s abilities outweigh their disabilities. New admissions are taken throughout the year. Contact: 032 – 533 3632 or visit www.sunfieldhomeschool.co.za for more information.

SUPERKIDZ

Montessori, Playschool & Aftercare Centre

A HOME AWAY FROM HOME Educating towards Excellence • Long established, community based childcare centre & pre-school • 3 months to Grade R • Excellent teachers passionate about children & learning • Creative educational programme • Nutritious meals • Attractive, hygienic & homely environment & facilities • Hours: 07:00am – 17:15pm • Extramurals: Monkeynastix, ballet, modern dance and speech and drama

• From 2 years to 6 years • Half or full day • 7:30am - 5:00pm• Small classes • Individual attention• Open all the year A specialised Montessori Program for 1 - 2 year olds offered in 2015 (also as a part-time playgroup)

OPEN ALL YEAR ROUND!

Based in the Umhlanga Ridge/Gateway area

31 Dove Crescent, Yellowwood Park • 031 - 462 4198

084 667 8662 • superkidzumhlanga@yahoo.com

Limited space available

For more info contact: Faheema Amojee

Give your child the head start! Enrol at GEomatrix NoW!

30.3% of KZN matriculants did not make the cut in 2014! Don’t be another statistic!

• One of the very few REGISTERED tuition centres in KZN • We only employ professionally educated tutors • Guaranteed results at competitive fees • Small class sizes • One on one tuitions also available • Grade 4 - 7: Maths, Afrikaans, English • Grade 8 - 12: Maths, Maths Lit, Physics, Accounting, Afrikaans

Tel: 031 401 8904 • Cell: 083 286 8564/083 547 6720 geomatrixtuition@telkomsa.net • www.geomatrixtuitions.com

Branches situated in: UKZN Howard College, Crestview, Umkomaas, Phoenix, Merebank & Kharwastan

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Educated Life

One Lady’s Dream to Make a Difference The Blue Sky Society Trust Founder, Carla Geyser, announced that through the ongoing success of her One In a Million campaign, she has managed to donate R50 000 towards the newly established ‘Fundimvelo Thula Thula Rhino Orphanage’.

of the young rhinos, but they nurture them mentally and emotionally to ensure that they are fully rehabilitated back into the wild. To increase the well-being of wildlife in Africa the Blue Sky Society Trust has launched a crowdfunding project on Indiegogo entitled, ‘Rhino Orphanage – One in a Million’. The crowdfunding campaign is poised to raise $15 000 in support of the society’s latest initiative to help the recently built Fundimvelo Thula Thula Rhino Orphanage. The money raised through the project will help with security and medical costs. To make an investment in the ‘Rhino Orphanage – One in A Million’ Indiegogo crowdfunding project, visit www.indiegogo. com/project/preview/1dba1c1a.

The One in a Million campaign was launched in February 2014. The aim is to get one million people worldwide to join hands and show they care about our wildlife by donating a minimum of R10. Geyser has spent the past nine months calling on KZN schools and getting the children to participate in this great project. Wide-spread poaching is pushing Africa’s black and white rhino population closer to extinction. One of the many tragic fallouts of the poaching crisis is the orphaned To donate SMS ‘OIAM’ to the following young rhinos. Fundimvelo Thula Thula numbers: 38448 (R10), 40066 (R20) or Rhino Orphanage is a world-class care 42166 (R30). facility created to give these magnificent animals the fighting chance at survival. Not For more information visit only do they address the physical needs www.oneinamillion.co.za.

PRE-SCHOOL AND BABY CARE

OLD MILL PRE-PRIMARY * 18 months to Grade R * Qualified teachers

* Ages 18 months to Grade R * Glorious shady garden * Holiday club * Glorious shady garden * Aftercare & holidays * Aftercare & homework * School readiness * Schoolprogramme readiness programme * Qualified teachers- swimming lessons & soccer * Extra Murals *31 Aftercare andWay holidays Old Mill Durban North Enrolments *031 Swimming lessons for 2015 564 7178 • 072 117 4478 still open carolwatermeyer@gmail.com 31 Old Mill Way, Durban North 031 - 564 7178 072 117 4478

A KID’S HOME AWAY FROM HOME! 133 INNES ROAD, Enrolments still open for 2015 MORNINGSIDE • 3 months to Grade R • Extra mural activities • Qualified, professional teachers & assistants • Pro-active, goal orientated, caring environment • Healthy & delicious menu – breakfast, lunch & snacks provided • Aftercare now available

Hours: 7am – 5:30pm Mon - Fri Contact Cheryl on 078 854 7433 031 - 312 8855 | www.kiddiesjunction.co.za

• 3 Months to 6 Years • Home Away From Home • Snack and Cooked Lunch Provided • Play Area with Astroturf! Where Baby Beez become Big Beez

031 - 564 6592

37 Romsey Grove, Durban North An Early Childhood Development Centre with an extensive holistic programme of structured learning through play for a well-balanced lifestyle evolved over 60 years. Includes on-site extra mural activities.

St Gerard’s ECD Centre

Established over 6 Decades • Catering from birth to Grade 0 • Half day: 6am to 3pm & Full day: 6am to 6pm • Excellent nutrition policy included • Structured learning programmes 43 Sormany Road, Brighton Beach, Bluff. Phone/Fax: 031 - 467 0107

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Eduated Life

Set the Tone for Your Day As a mommy and wife, time is the most valuable commodity there is. Between changing nappies, attending Pilates, cleaning up and getting dinner ready, you can pretty much forget enjoying the little pleasures in life. Why not incorporate music into all your activities throughout the day? SwitchdOn has the perfect audio solution to ensure your life has its own soundtrack in vivid clarity.

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Perfect to listen to your favorite song, play nursery rhymes, or listen to pod casts, these speakers are the perfect companion to beach visits, picnics, braais and parties (yes, the sound is incredible and for once you will be the techno savvy one).

They are available at Take-a-lot, switchdlife. com or Kalahari for only R999. Visit www.switchdon.co.za for more technology items. WIN WIN WIN Mum’s Mail has one iBomb from SwitchdOn to give away. Visit www. mumsmail.com to enter. www.mumsmail.com

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SwitchdOn introduces the iBomb range of Bluetooth wireless speakers. The beautifully crafted metal exteriors are available in a range of iconic colours and they don’t just produce sound, they make you experience it.

What sets these audio gems apart is their unique and formidable design; they are so gorgeous in their metallic shell that they look amazing anywhere in your home. So pretty and packed full of features, with a two-year guarantee! Go out and get one and make every day a memorable one. You may even make daddy jealous with this one.

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An Assessment and a Remedial centre for Assessment and Remedial Centre for Differently-abled Children Children Intensive stimulation for children with learning DISABILITY and DIFFICULTY LEARNING DISABILITY Not all learning disabilities are visible, so if your child is facing problems with certain cognitive skills like concentration, memory, poor comprehension, laboured reading, reversals in alphabets, thinking skills, visual and auditory perception, these symptoms may show the need to INTERVENE, do not OVERLOOK! LEARNING DIFFICULTY Improve your child’s study skills and learning difﬁculties through various learning strategies and brain storming activities which enhances their vocabulary, thinking skills, phonics, creative writing and essential spelling rules. Early intervention is essential to reach the best of your child’s potential, therefore we are pleased to announce the introduction of BrainGym and VisionGym where learning challenges can be overcome by carrying out certain physical movements which balances the brain and creates new neural pathways, which facilitates faster learning. Ruchita Pardiwala (B.A., B.Ed., M.Ed.) 031 - 502 1063 • 079 507 6136 • ruchita_089@hotmail.com 1st Floor, 2 Fairways Ave, Fairways Park, Mount Edgecombe

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Free Visual Skills and Reading Assessments • Is your child reading below their grade level? • Is your child falling behind in class? • Is your child a slow reader? • Is your child a reluctant and struggling reader? • Does your child fare poorly in comprehension skills? The Reading Optics Centre, therapists in visual and reading skills, has been borne out of years of working with individuals with visual stress due to inefficient visual skills that relate to reading. Many of these individuals have spent years undergoing remedial therapy with little progress (according to parents and teachers) as the visual skills of the individual had not been addressed. This has led to much frustration for the individual and many of these people have become “smart but struggling learners” and reluctant readers. Once the visual stress has been removed and the visual skills have been improved upon, reading becomes easier, thus impacting the whole learning experience. Reading Optics Centre uses an infra-red eye recording Visagraph to ascertain whether a child’s visual system is working efficiently to cope with the demands made on them during school. They can pinpoint (scientifically and accurately) the amount of fixations, regressions, length of eye span and the words per minute that is read. The long-term consequences of visual stress during reading are serious, since successful schooling usually determines career choices.

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Living In South Africa In this first compilation of its kind on South Africa, a German expat and a passionate South African have joined forces to create a new and unique guidebook on living in South Africa.

to follow on from the website and when I met Derryn, who is passionate about South Africa, we decided to compile the Living in South Africa guidebook.” Derryn Campbell is a co-founder of Awesome SA, a movement that encourages South Africans to positively influence the future.

Living in South Africa is a practical handbook on moving to, working in and enjoying life in South Africa. This guide is useful to all interested in embracing life in South Africa. It is packed with 296 colourful pages of information, useful tips and resources and gives a comprehensive, detailed overview of this unique country.

This book is aimed to help any newcomer to this country and ensure the transition of moving to, and living in, South Africa is a rewarding and fulfilling experience.

“The book is born out of the desire to The book is available from bookshops share our insights into daily life in South in South Africa, various online stores or Africa,” explained the author Regina Graeff, directly from the publisher. a German expat living in Cape Town for Visit www.living-in-south-africa.com almost a decade. “A few years ago I created for more information. the website ExpatCapeTown.com on which I share my experiences of life in South WIN WIN WIN Mum’s Mail has one copy of Living in South Africa to give away. Africa with thousands of people around the Visit www.mumsmail.com to enter. world… Thus it was a logical progression

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Jeeves & Wooster in Perfect Nonsense KickstArt, in association with Pieter Toerien, is proud to present the South African premiere of the smash hit West End comedy Jeeves & Wooster in Perfect Nonsense, which comes to the Elizabeth Sneddon Theatre on UKZN campus from 4 to 15 February. Join Jonathan Roxmouth as the effervescent, aristocratic fool Bertie Wooster and Graham Hopkins as his dutiful valet, Jeeves, with Robert Fridjhon as Seppings in the critically acclaimed stage play Jeeves & Wooster in Perfect Nonsense, adapted from the works of PG Wodehouse. When a country house weekend takes a turn for the worse, Bertie Wooster is unwittingly called on to play matchmaker, but also to steal a silver cow creamer from Totleigh Towers. Naturally, the ever dependable Jeeves is there to prevent Bertie from making a complete fool of himself in front of a cast of Wodehouse’s finest characters. Featuring three of South Africa’s greatest actors, and directed and designed by

Durban’s own theatrical dream team, Steven Stead and Greg King, this riotous romp is guaranteed to tickle the funny bone and bring a smile to even the most cynical theatre goer. This is ideal theatre fare for anyone aged eight to 80! Performances are scheduled for 7.30pm (Tuesday to Saturday), 2.30pm (Saturday) and 6pm (Sunday). There will be a Valentine’s Day gala performance on Saturday 14 February at 7.30pm, with welcoming glasses of sparkling wine included in the ticket price. Book at Computicket (www.computicket. co.za or 0861 915 8000). For group bookings contact Ailsa Windsor: editor.goingplacessa@gmail.com or 083 250 2690.

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Support SASA’s amaShuga Walk for Wellness Organisers Nerve Events and Diabetes SA are stepping out with the launch of the aptly named SASA amaShuga Walk for Wellness – an exciting re-invention of what used to be the Global Diabetes Walk Durban. The SASA amaShuga Walk for Wellness will kick off on Sunday 15 March at 8am. It will start from the Amphitheatre on the Lower Marine Parade. There’ll also be a wellness expo at the Amphitheatre where free blood sugar and blood pressure checks will take place. According to Jenny Russell from Diabetes SA, a Stats SA report issued on 4 September 2014 showed that Diabetes is the second highest cause of death in eThekwini Metro, and the third highest cause of death in KZN! “The aim of the walk is to educate people about Diabetes which is reaching epidemic proportions globally. South Africa is not immune. Overweight and obesity is an emerging health problem in KZN, particularly among women,” she said.

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Pat Bonini of Nerve Events says that the walk will cover a distance of 5km. “We urge the public to support the event. You are also invited to bring your dogs along on a leash. The walk attracts up to 2 000 people and we would like to up that figure. The Walk and Wellness Expo is also a major fundraising exercise for Diabetes SA Durban”. Local Wellness celebrity Lisa Raleigh will once again be the MC for the event and we are grateful for Lisa’s continued support for this event,” added Bonini. Entry fee is R50 per person. For more information follow the event on Facebook: SASA amaShuga Walk for Wellness – Durban, call 031 – 201 2169 or e-mail mw.nerve@mweb.co.za. www.mumsmail.com

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Proudly South African Sports Company Teamplay Trading specialises in the sourcing, supply, marketing and distribution of sports equipment and apparel to the South African market (cricket, rugby, hockey, football, netball, skateboards and scooters). With 23 years of experience under his belt, owner Daryl Scott continually pushes boundaries in terms of product, development and concept in the industry. He created the Wasp brand in 1994 and sold it to Mr Price in 2004. In 2012, Teamplay was given the Shosholoza licence for sports equipment in order to create a truly African and South African sports brand. Teamplay supplies Shosholoza sports products direct from the factories to the customer, offering the best product at the best price through its three Teamplay Sports Factory Shops and Teamplay website (www.teamplay. co.za). Teamplay has just launched the “Play The Game” initiative which allows consumers the convenience of purchasing products from home. This is especially helpful to moms, who often have no idea where to begin when it comes to sporting equipment. Daryl often has moms coming to him and saying “please kit my child out”. Daryl helps them with sizes and expert advice. Now moms can benefit from this service from the comfort of their homes. For more information or to order, visit www.teamplay.co.za/83-catalogue. Teamplay sells a Shosholoza cricket starter pack (R1 500) for children going into grade three. “Most parents don’t know what to buy first time around, so we just point them in the right direction without it costing them too much,” explained Scott.

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State Of The Nation’s Kids Revealed Spiderman and Tinkerbell are more popular amongst our kids than Zuma and Gaga! Real-life famous figures take second place to fictional heroes, according to the results of the Parent24 Kids’ Nation Survey. South Africa’s leading parenting website conducted SA’s first Kids’ Nation Survey in order to determine what our kids are really up to. The survey results reflect the views of approximately 2 700 parents and their kids, from all nine provinces. The Parent24 Kids’ Nation Survey looked at various areas of interest, including food, entertainment, the future, discipline, school/care, money and elections. Questions such as “Does or has your child ever had an imaginary friend?”, “How often does your child throw tantrums?” and “What word does your child use if they swear?” were asked to dig deep into the psyche of our children. “We decided to run the annual Kids’ Nation Survey to establish what parents and their children have and how they are really behaving,” said Scott Dunlop, editor of Parent24. “We found the results of the survey intriguing,” he added, “The diverse responses allowed us into the homes of SA’s parents and revealed some interesting, funny and curious insights.” A few interesting findings: • Broccoli is South Africa’s most hated vegetable and that 62% of kids eat takeaways up to three times a week. • 23% of South African kids have their own cell phone or tablet. • Most parents (41%) feel that reasoning is the best discipline, while a whopping 30% opt for a smack on the bum.

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1st Glenashley Journey’s End Scout Group Scouting is more relevant now than ever. In an age when parents are wary about letting their children out on their own and young people are spending too much time indoors plugged into technology, scouting offers a real alternative. At 1st Glenashley they do some pretty amazing things. For them, adventure is a way of life, not just an activity or outing. Young people grow in confidence by trying out new skills and stretching themselves.

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Scouts is for boys and girls aged 11 to 18 years. They focus on action and adventure Life skills, social skills and characters through outdoor activities. Leadership skills are built through the following types of and respect for others are an important part activities: • Building pioneer structures of the programme. • Raft building and racing • Outdoor cooking • Hiking • Camping • Knot tying • Abseiling Fees are R325 per term, with a sibling and rock climbing • Community and wildlife discount of 10%. conservation projects. Contact Mike Steveni on 082 339 5208, steveni@telkomsa.net (Scouts) Values of Scouting or Byrin Gibson on 076 314 9450, The emphasis of scouting is on lifelong gibson.candy@gmail.com (Cubs). values of service, personal growth and

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Spread green butter icing over the Marie biscuit and place a green cupcake case on top, slightly towards the back. Cut out a section of the jelly ring. Stick two jelly rings into the butter icing, right up against the cupcake case, for the feet. Fill the cupcake case with small sweets. Using glacé icing, stick the sour worm onto the cupcake case, then stick the second cupcake case, upside down, to the bottom case, to form the head (the worm keeps the mouth open). For the eyes, cut a Jelly Tot in half and use the green glacé icing to stick the two halves on top of the cupcake case. Use the green glacé icing to stick a silver sugar ball in front of each Jelly Tot. Makes 10. Source: Easy Party Treats For Children by Janette Mocke.

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Would you like to add the creative flair to your little one’s party? Cotton Candy Hiring can provide you with the tools to be your own party planner for your little one’s special day! We hire the tables, chairs, tablecloths, runners, chair covers, happy birthday banner and we even have some decor to add that special touch!

Contact Clair on clair@cottoncandyhiring.co.za or call 082 403 9144

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My Bloody Valentine – Blood to Be Shed At Giba Gorge Whether you are a zombie fan, antiValentine or really just fancy dressing up, Zombie Run aims to show you how to have the time of your life, even as you run for it! This Valentine’s Day, Zombie Run wants you to celebrate your dark side and take part in the Bloody Valentine event at Giba Gorge. In true Zombie Run style, this event will take runners through a 5km course and over light obstacles. Most importantly, runners will face lonely stretches where it is rumoured Freddy Krueger himself lies in wait!

Developing every aspect of a child’s life through sport! Sports programme for children aged from 21/2 and older. We offer: Private Coaching, School Coaching; Birthday Parties; Holiday Clinics; Events Contact: Lisa Madsen on 083 236 0059 or lisa@busyballers.co.za

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By using the popular zombie theme, Zombie Run South Africa creates a running narrative on a racecourse designed to simulate the apocalypse, where participants either run Pretty and Stylish through the course track as zombies, or Supplies for all Parties, living zombie prey. Participants must run Events and Functions! to safety, while dodging an imaginatively harrowing barrage of apocalyptic carnage. Tel: 031 201 7418 Cell: 078 741 9554 www.mycherryblossom.co.za

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For the quirky couple, why not show your best interpretation of love that stretches beyond the grave? Moms and dads, why not create your own family challenge? This is certainly way better than the obligatory roses and chocolates.

There will be a small market, live entertainment and so much more one bloody fine evening! This event is in aid of the Centre for Rehabilitation of Wildlife (CROW) and will take place at 6pm on 14 February at Giba Gorge. There will be prizes for best dressed (runners and zombies can take part), as well as spot prizes just for showing up.

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Mayfair Café – Where Everybody Knows Your Name

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It’s not often that you walk into a coffee shop and are greeted as if you are in your own home. Mayfair Café provides that.

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It’s more like a European Café, where people who have never met occasionally share a table and friendships are built. Regulars will tell you that it’s one big happy family. The big table in the corner is often shared by businessmen catching up on e-mails and making new connections. The food is served with the love of a home cooked meal. The menu is full of yummy wonders and if you would like to change something on it, like an egg instead of cheese, they will do it without question. The owner, Dean Clark, is there to greet you with a warm smile, a joke or a coffee on the house. He has built a team of staff who are well trained, attentive to detail, and don’t miss a thing. They know what you want even before you sit down. It’s not odd to see a couple arrive with their two Scotties who get a bowl of water as soon as they settle outside with their owners, or to see a group of ladies laughing and chatting. Even better news is that Mayfair Café is expanding and will be opening in the front section of the Woolworths Centre. Only the venue will change; the same service, warmth and excellent food will be there. Just more tables for more fun. Contact: 031 – 563 2599, Woolworths Centre, Mackeurtan Ave, Durban North. WIN WIN WIN Mum’s Mail has one R200 Mayfair Café voucher to give away. Visit www.mumsmail.com to enter. 87

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How to Help ● Sinakekele is a transitional home for abandoned children in Verulam. It provides a nurturing environment for children that are waiting to be adopted. For R100 a month you can sponsor a cot and assist the home in providing for the babies’ needs: food, nappies, cereal, bath products, wet wipes, vitamins and medicine etc. Bank details: account name: Sinakekele children, branch code: 135329, account number: 1353062600, swift code: NEDSZAJJ. Contact denise@sinakekele.org.za or 083 300 9259. ● Malvern Children’s Home: Do you have any old clothes that you do not know what to do with? Please take them to Malvern Children’s Home, where they have a clothing shop that sells these clothes. Profits are used to benefit the children. Any donations or assistance of any kind for the home will be greatly appreciated. Contact Naomi on 031 – 464 0236 or naomi.oosthuysen@ malvernchildrenshome.co.za. ● CHOC (Childhood Cancer Foundation South Africa) provides support for children with cancer and life threatening blood disorders and their families. They have 10 CHOC houses and three CHOC lodges throughout SA and all programmes are provided free of charge. Without your support they will never be able to achieve their objective. To make a donation of find out more, visit www.choc.org.za. ● The animals at Hillside Haven are in desperate need of food, kitty litter and utilities including electricity, to keep their food fresh and clean. With your generous support they can continue to provide these animals in need with food, healthcare and a warm loving home. Please make donations to: Hillside Haven, Nedbank, Musgrave, 1301362468 and please use your email as a reference. Contact 084 455 5529, hillsidehaven@gmail.com. Send your charity info to sarah@mumsmail.com. www.mumsmail.com

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AlcoFreeFeb Time Again! Stand up and donate, plus benefit from the roads. The cost of this to the state is billions detox! financially and an untold personal cost to families. South Africans Against Drunk Driving (SADD), a registered non-profit According to statistics from the World organisation, is once again launching its Health Organisation, an estimated 31.9 per annual AlcoFreeFeb™ Charity Fundraising 100 000 are killed on South African roads. Challenge. These statistics place South Africa 177 out of 182 countries surveyed in the world and For the month of February, the organisation the second worst in Africa, after Nigeria, or encourages the public to give up alcohol in equal to one jumbo jet crashing and killing 1 support of victims of road crashes and their 200 people each month. families and to add a voice to the call to actively reduce the carnage on our roads. South Africans have the power to change their lives, we have in the past and we can Additionally, AlcoFreeFeb™ comes at the do it again. Join us in making our roads and perfect time for an alcohol detox after lives safer for all. the festivities of December and January! AlcoFreeTeen™ is also available for teens Visit www.alcofreefeb.co.za for more to get involved and learn the importance of info and to sign up. It costs R100 for the zero or sensible alcohol consumption. month but there are options for those who want to take part for a shorter Alcohol is behind many of the annual 18 period, or to have special breaks or 000 deaths and 150 000 injuries on our “cheat days!” ACCOMMODATION SPECIALS AVAILABLE • WALK WITH THE ANIMALS IMALS & BIRDS

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Bargain Books Book Reviews

For children Mom, is your child ready to take his/her first steps on an exciting journey to independent reading? Then look no further, Step into Reading will help your child get there. This reading programme offers five steps to reading success and is designed to give every child a successful reading experience! • Step into Reading: Step 1: (Disney: Frozen) Big Snowman, Little Snowman by Tish Rabe. Level 1, Ready to Read is suitable for Preschool to Kindergarten children who know the alphabet and are eager to begin reading. This level reader includes big type and easy words, rhyme and rhythm and picture clues. Boys and girls ages four to six years will love this Step 1 Step into Reading level reader based on the Disney film, Frozen. • Step into Reading: Step 2: (Disney/Pixar: Monsters, Inc.) Boo on the Loose by Gail Herman. Level 2, Reading with Help is suitable for Preschool to Grade 1 children who recognise familiar words and sound out new words with help. This level reader includes basic vocabulary, short sentences and simple stories. Boys and girls aged 4 to 6 years will scare themselves silly with this Step 2 Step into Reading level reader featuring the adventures of Sulley and his one-eyed friend Mike from the Disney/Pixar blockbuster Monsters, Inc. • Step into Reading: Step 3: (Disney: Big Hero 6) Fight to the Finish by Random House Disney. Level 3, Reading on Your Own is suitable for Grades 1 to 3 children who are ready to read on their own. This level reader includes engaging characters, easy-to-follow-plots and popular topics. This 48 page title is an excellent adaptation of the film, and the three to four sentences on most pages is definitely a great choice for those kids that loved the movie! • Step into Reading: Step 4: (Disney: Fairies) The Fairy Berry Bake-Off by Daisy Alberto. Level 4, Reading Paragraphs is suitable for Grades 2 to 3 children who are newly independent readers and can read simple sentences with confidence. This level reader includes challenging vocabulary, short paragraphs and exciting stories. This is a must-read for all children that have advanced through the Step One, Two and Three series of readers. For adults • The Signature of All Things by Elizabeth Gilbert. Bestselling author of Eat, Pray, Love has done it again, but if you approach this novel looking for the same experience, you will be sorely disappointed! In her latest release, Gilbert returns to fiction, filling the pages with small delights and surprises. In this extraordinary story of botany, exploration and desire, spanning across much of the 19th century, the rich characters and lyrical writing will lead you to the most unexpected places. Contact: Bianca Adendorff, Bargain Books, 012 – 643 1903, www.bargainbooks.co.za. WIN WIN WIN Mum’s Mail has one of each reviewed book to give away. Visit www.mumsmail.com to enter. www.mumsmail.com

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Tuck Into Ocean Basket’s Summer Sharing Feast To welcome in the whispers of warmer weather and encourage little ones to be part of the feast, Ocean Basket has redesigned its menu with family in mind, incorporating new dishes intended to share, as well as a few extra special treats for even the fussiest seafood mini connoisseur. At Ocean Basket Summer means spending time in the company of family and friends, dining on mouth-watering generous platters and eating fresh foods bursting with colour and sizzling with taste. With this in mind, South Africa’s favourite seafood restaurant has redesigned its menu and added a few of summer’s best picks intended to be shared and eaten al fresco.

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Qualified music teacher offers piano, violin, recorder, guitar, flute, piccolo, vocal and theory lessons. Students entered for international examinations through Trinity Guildhall and Royal Schools London. Junior and Senior ensembles won first places in music eisteddfods during 2012.

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Call Jenny 031 - 564 0371 between 5pm and 6pm

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Ocean Basket’s sushi dishes remain a firm favourite and have now been combined onto one menu. They have introduced a variety of all-new dishes to tickle and tantalise taste buds.

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Share a traditional and generous Mediterranean Meze platter and crispy garlic and feta bread for starters. Indulge your sweet tooth with a low-calorie fruity sorbet bursting with flavour. Ocean Basket is also introducing perfect Summer coolers, from jugs of sangria to designer milkshakes and MCC bubbly for special occasions.

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Small fry will feel like big fish when choosing from Ocean Basket’s new kids’ menu, which has also been redesigned with a focus on creating a table experience for children that’ll encourage them to sit down and enjoy their meal, instead of fishing under the table. The menu design appeals to kids of all ages and includes fishy facts, exciting pictures, new dishes and old favourites. Visit www.oceanbasket.com.

• Learn to Swim 3 Years to Adults • Stroke Correction

• Coaching All Ages

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This month long charity challenge encourages you to give up alcohol for all (or part of) February in support of drink drive victims and to stand up against the carnage on our roads.

It only costs R100 and teens can sign up for AlcoFreeTeen™

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Busy Life • Healthy Lifestyle Awareness Month • Reproductive Health Month • 2: World Wetlands Day • 4: World Cancer Day • 10 – 16: Pregnancy Awareness Week • 14: Congenital Heart Defect Awareness Day • 14: Valentine’s Day • 20: World Day of Social Justice • 21: International Tourist Guide Day • 21: International Mother Language Day • 22: National Healthy Lifestyle Day • 28: World Rare Disease Day. • 1 – 28 Feb (Tues & Wed), 9am – 12pm (Tues), 6pm – 9pm (Wed), MOSAIC CLASSES, Kloof, www. kznmosaics.co.za, Sheila, sheila@kznmosaics. co.za, cost: R75 p/session + materials. • 7, 14, 21, 28 Feb (Sat), 9am – 11am, Durban North, PAINTING, DRAWING, METHODS & TECHNIQUES (for ages 8 – 18 years), Suzette, 074 178 9388. • 19 & 26 Feb, 7.30pm, KZN PHILHARMONIC SUMMER SYMPHONY SEASON CONCERTS, Durban City Hall, visit www.kznphil.org.za. • 5 Feb, 8am – 10.30am, KZN WOMEN IN BUSINESS NETWORKING BREAKFAST, Garden Court, Marine Parade, Durban, R160 members, R180 non-members, contact 031 – 266 2892, info@kznwib.co.za, www.kznwib.co.za. • 27 Feb, 7.30am – 10am , DYNAMIC WOMEN IN BUSINESS, Square Ridge Boutique Hotel and Spa, Umhlanga, R125 (non-members), R100 (members), contact Cara or Roxanne on 031 – 563 4575 or Durban@dwib.co.za, www.dwib. co.za. • 22, 29 Jan, 5, 12, 19 Feb, 6pm – 9pm, AROUND THE WORLD COOKING CLASSES, Chef MLK, 4 Dora Terrace, La Lucia, R250pp per class, contact Anrie on 083 721 0787 or anrie@chefmlk.com. • 1 – 28 Feb, VARIOUS COOKING CLASSES, Gecko Culinary Adventures, 596B Musgrave Rd, Durban, cooking@geckoschool.co.za. • 1 – 28 Feb (Tue, Thurs, Wed, Sat), VARIOUS COOKING CLASSES, Cooking Cooks, 90 Dawncliffe Rd, Westville, to book email info@ cookingcooks.co.za, 031 – 266 8488, 082 543 0543, www.cookingcooks.co.za. • 1 – 28 Feb, VARIOUS BUSINESS TRAINING COURSES, KZN Business Training Courses,

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23 Jan Hofmeyer Rd, Westville, visit www. kznbusinesstraining.co.za for more info, to book contact 031 – 267 1229 or email nikki@kznbiz. co.za. • 1 – 28 Feb (weekdays), various times, DAILY SCRAPBOOKING CLASSES, Scrapbooking @ J-9’s, 4A Torvale, 4 Moreland Drive, La Lucia, booking essential, contact Janine, jay9cc@gmail.com, 083 286 5656. • 1 – 28 Feb, PET TRAINING CLASSES, various days and times, various classes, Glenwood and Durban North, contact 084 467 6050, www. goodpet.co.za. • 1 – 28 Feb, VARIOUS BEAUTY THERAPY COURSES, The Nail Guru, 39 Umhlanga Rocks Drive, Docnor Medical Centre, 031 – 564 2933, info@thenailguru.co.za. • 1 – 28 Feb (Wed, Fri, Sun), GROUP DRUMMMING WORKSHOPS, beginners, Stables Lifestyle Market, R50 (adults), R25 (children), contact Jonathan, drumshack@3i.co.za, www. drumshack.org. • 3, 10, 17, 24 Feb (Tues), 9am – 12pm, WALK IN MOSAIC WORKSHOPS, 50 Haygarth Rd, Kloof, contact 031 – 764 6454, 083 782 7810, Sheila. nichol@gmail.com, www.kznmosaics.co.za. • 1 Feb – 31 May, 9am – 3pm, various weekends, INCLUSION EDUCATIONAL COURSES, R5 850, 6 courses, ETDP SETA (Educational SETA) = 55 credits and SACE (CDP points), contact Sandra, 083 709 4543, sandramontague@telkomsa.net. • 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Feb (Tues), 9am – 12pm, E-LEARNER COMPUTER COURSE, become computer literate in 8 weeks, 124 Ridgetown Towers, 6 Aurora Drive, Umhlanga Ridge, Marlini, 074 113 8364, umhlanga@computers4kids. co.za, www.computers4kids.co.za. R3 270pp. • 7, 14, 21, 28 Feb (Sat), 10am – 11am, 11am – 12pm, COMPUTER EXTRAMURAL LESSONS, learn computer skills in a fun environment, Gr4 – Gr7 levels, 124 Ridgetown Towers, 6 Aurora Drive, Umhlanga Ridge, Marlini, 074 113 8364, umhlanga@computers4kids.co.za, www. computers4kids.co.za. R500 per month. • 14, 21, 28 Feb, 8am – 4pm, LEARNING HOW TO LEARN WORKSHOP, grades 6/7, Manning Road Methodist Church, Glenwood, contact Liz on 074 182 3428, hithebooks2@gmail.com, R998pp for 3 days.

Busy Life • 12 Feb, 6pm, DURBAN NORTH COLLEGE GRADE 8 OPEN DAY, 25 Prospect Hall Rd, Durban North, for more info contact 031 – 564 1347 or visit www.durbannorthcollege.co.za. • 11 Mar, 6pm, DURBAN NORTH COLLEGE GRADE 1 OPEN DAY, 25 Prospect Hall Rd, Durban North, for more info contact 031 – 564 1347 or visit www.durbannorthcollege.co.za. • 27 Jan – 8 Mar, THOSE WERE THE DAYS, The Barnyard Theatre, Gateway, tickets cost R145pp, to book contact 031 – 566 3045 or visit www.barnyardtheatres.co.za/gateway. For more information contact gateway@ barnyardtheatres.co.za. • 22 Feb, 12pm, EAT GREEK SUNDAY LUNCH, Hellenic Hall, 6 High Grove Rd, Umgeni Park, booking is essential, contact 031 – 563 3877. • 11 Mar – 19 Apr, THANK YOU FOR THE MUSIC, The Barnyard Theatre, Gateway, tickets cost R145pp, to book contact 031 – 566 3045 or visit www.barnyardtheatres.co.za/gateway. For more information contact gateway@ barnyardtheatres.co.za. • 2 – 3 Feb, FREE WELLNESS ASSESSMENTS, Durban North, by appointment only, contact Emelia on 083 782 0777, emeliazn@gmail.com. • 6, 13, 20, 27 Feb (Fri), 2pm-5pm, AQUAMASSAGE FOR KIDS, Shop L37 Westwood Mall, Emelia, 083 782 0777, aquamassage.e@ gmail.com, www.h2obodyexperience, R50pp. • 8 Feb (2nd Sun monthly), from 10am, Virginia Circle, MINI STEAM TRAIN RIDE, 082 577 2067. • 1 – 28 Feb, POP-UP SHOP, Windermere Centre (next to the new Woolworths Food Store), gifts, décor and children’s products for sale, contact Tina Wither, 082 852 3688, info@wartandfish. co.za. • 1 – 28 Feb, Mon & Wed: 8.30am & 5.30pm, Tues & Thurs: 9am (TLC for the not so fit) & 6pm, Fri: 8.30am, Sat: 8am, HATHA/FLOW YOGA CLASSES, Centre for Wellbeing, Durban North. Contact Christine, 084 444 9377, www. jivandacentre.co.za. • 1 – 28 Feb (Mon – Thurs), various times, PILATES & BOOTY BARRE CLASSES, group classes, Pilates in Motion, Ferguson Rd, Glenwood, Laura-May, 082 443 4533, info@pilatesinmotion.co.za, www.pilatesinmotion.co.za.

• 1 – 28 Feb (Tues & Thurs), 3.45pm – 4.30pm, KARATE, KICKBOXING, SELF-DEFENCE, Elangeni Amphitheatre, North Beach, contact Kyoshi Ejaz, 079 498 6030. • 22 Feb (Sun), 8.30am & 12.30pm, INCHANGA CHOO CHOO STEAM TRAIN, Kloof Station (Stokers Arms) to Inchanga Station Craft Market (return), adults: R180, pensioners & children: R130, craft market, museum, food, picnic area, contact 082 353 6003, bookings@umgenisteamrailway.co.za, www. umgenisteamrailway.co.za. • 8 Mar, FULL DAY PILATES RETREAT, Pilates in Motion, Waterfall Retreat Centre, R250pp, booking is essential, contact Laura-May on 082 443 4533 or info@pilatesinmotion.co.za. • 1 Feb, 9am – 3.30pm, NEW YEAR ANTIQUE & COLLECTIBLE FAIR, La Lucia Mall, lower ground floor, an Aladdin’s Cave of fabulous antique & vintage items, contact Sandy on 082 705 4882. • 1 Feb (1st Sunday monthly), 8.30am – 12pm, GREEN WITH ENVY FARMERS’ MARKET, 281 Vause Road, Berea, 078 278 8944, greenwithenvymarket@gmail.com. • 1 Feb (1st Sunday monthly), 9am – 2pm, BULWER MARKET, Bulwer Park, Glenwood, fun day out for the family, kids’ play area, Darryl, 072 820 3513, Darryl@wholefood.co.za, www. wholefood.co.za. • 1 Feb (1st Sunday monthly), 9am – 2pm, THE PLAY MARKET, Giba Gorge Mountain Bike Park, 110 Stockville Rd, Westmead, a market for the whole family, Derryn, 071 307 0823, gotoplaymarket@gmail.com, R10 entrance into Giba Gorge. • 1 Feb (1st Sunday monthly), 9am – 1pm, HILLCREST COUNTRY MARKET, Hillcrest Primary School hall, over 60 stalls, locally made products, fresh produce, food, children’s area, free entrance. Contact Tracy, 083 301 1522, hillcrestcountrymarket@gmail.com. • 1 Feb (1st Sunday monthly), 9am – 2pm, BULWER MARKET – FOR THE KIDS, Bulwer Park, cnr Bulwer/Josheph Rds, Durban, childrenfriendly traders, play equipment, animal menagerie, toys, eats. Contact 076 862 1547, markets@wholefood.co.za.

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Busy Life • 1, 8, 15, 22 Feb (Sun), 10am – 5pm, THE STABLES LIFESTYLE MARKET, Jacko Jackson Drive, 031 – 312 3058, www.stableslifestylemarket. co.za, Warren, thestablesmarket@gmail.com • 1, 8, 15, 22 Feb (Sun), 9am – 4pm, SUNDAY FLEA MARKET, Amphitheatre, North Beach Pavilion site, Durban, 031 – 301 3200. • 1, 8, 12, 22 Feb (Sun), 9am – 2pm, UPMARKET UMHLANGA, Umhlanga Centre, 185 Ridge Road, Umhlanga, 031 – 561 9111, www. upmarketumhlanga.co.za. • 1, 8, 15, 22 Feb (every Sun), 10am – 3.30pm, GOLDEN HOURS FAMILY MARKET, Uitsig Road, Durban North, live music, food, shopping, playground for children, entertainment, music, contact 083 262 3693, goldenhour@telkomsa. net. • 1, 8, 15, 22 Feb (Sun), 8am – 1pm, THE MORNING TRADE MARKET, 8 Morrison Street, Durban, farm fresh ingredients, homemade specialities, fresh cut flowers, top quality meats, locally produced food, info@themorningtrade. co.za, www.facebook.com/themorningtrade. • 1 – 28 Feb (Wed & Fri) 6pm – 10pm, THE STABLES LIFESTYLE MARKET, Jacko Jackson Drive, 031 – 312 3058, www.stableslifestylemarket. co.za, Warren, thestablesmarket@gmail.com. • 4, 11, 18, 25 Feb (every Wed), 10am – 1pm, UMHLANGA FARMERS’ MARKET, Autumn Drive, Umhlanga, fresh foods, fresh flowers, deli foods, contact 082 413 1887. • 7, 14, 21, 28 Feb (every Sat), 7am – 11am, MORNINGSIDE FRESH FOOD MARKET, Gordon Road Girls’ School, fresh organic foods and other delights, entertainment for the whole family, contact 083 309 2146. • 7 & 21 Feb (Sat), 9.30am – 1.30pm, KLOOF COUNTRY MARKET, Piggly Wiggly, 10 Msenga Rd, Kloof, contact 082 454 3181. • 7 Feb (1st Sat monthly), 9am – 2pm, I HEART MARKET, Moses Mabhida Stadium, handmade local crafts, art, fashion, jewellery, home-ware, kids goods, food, thejoyteam@gmail.com. • 7 Feb (1st Sat monthly), 8am – 12pm, FOODIES MARKET, Ballito Lifestyle Centre. • 7 Feb (1st Sat monthly), 9.30am – 12.30pm, St Olav Church, Berea, ST OLAV CHURCH MARKET, 031–201 1828.

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• 7 Feb (1st Sat monthly), 9am – 2.30pm, WESTVILLE VILLAGE MARKET ANTIQUE FAIR, Westville Village Market, 123 Jan Hofmeyer Rd, contact Sandy, 082 705 4882. • 7, 14, 21, 28 Feb (Sat), 9am – 1pm, MARIANHILL MONASTERY CRAFT MARKET, 031 – 700 9028. • 7, 14, 21, 28 Feb (Sat), 9am – 2pm, ESSENWOOD CRAFT MARKET, Essenwood Park, 031 – 208 1264, 082 460 0625, info@essenwoodmarket. com. • 7, 14, 21, 28 Feb, 6.30am-10.30am, SHONGWENI FARMERS & CRAFT MAS MARKET, 1 Fraser Rd, Hillcrest, a day of wonderful food, live and unique handcrafted items and gifts, contact Christine, 083 777 1674, info@shongwenimarket.co.za, www. shongwenimarket.co.za. • 14 Feb (2nd Sat monthly), 8am – 12.30pm, BERGTHIEL MUSEUM MARKET, Queens Ave, Westville, 084 332 4101, Eve, evezabora@ webmail.co.za. • 14 Feb (2nd Sat monthly), 9am – 2pm, Salt Rock, LITCHI ORCHARD MARKET, Seaforth Dr, Ballito, 032 – 525 5118, info@litchiorchard.co.za. • 22 Feb (last Sun monthly), 9am – 2pm, FOOD & CRAFT MARKET, Glenwood, Tracey, tracey@ wholefood.co.za. • 26 Feb (last Thurs monthly), 5pm – 10pm, various venues, WHOLE FOOD NIGHT MARKET, 076 862 1547, markets@wholefood.co.za. • 27 Feb (last Fri), 5pm – 10pm, Salt Rock, LITCHI ORCHARD NIGHT MARKET, Seaforth Dr, Ballito, 032 – 525 5118, info@litchiorchard.co.za. • 28 Feb, 8am – 1pm, THE FOOD MARKET, The Hellenic Community Centre, Umgeni Park, Terrilyn, 082 820 9473, info@thefoodmarket. co.za, www.thefoodmarket.co.za. • 4 Feb (1st Wed), 6pm – 7pm, Westville Baptist Church, WESTVILLE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP, 083 440 1771, Deon, 082 498 3975. • 4 Feb (1st Wed monthly), 7.15pm, HIGHLAND HILLS/PALMIET WOMEN’S INSTITUTE, Pinetown Girls’ High School, contact Jackie, 031 – 702 7679, 083 438 7448. • 4 Feb (1st Wed) 9.15am, DARNALL WOMEN’S INSTITUTE, Darnall Country Club, contact Isobel Millner on 032 – 485 3650, isobelmc@mweb.

Busy Life co.za. • 5 Feb (1st Thurs monthly), 9.30am, KLOOF WOMEN’S INSTITUTE, Kloof Town Hall, contact Sue, 031 – 764 3974, 076 431 1022. • 5 Feb (1st Thurs monthly), 9.30am, PINELANDS/ PINETOWN WOMEN’S INSTITUTE, St John’s Church Hall, contact Paula, 031 – 267 0516, 082 696 9968. • 5 Feb (1st Thurs monthly), 9.30am, WANDSBECK WOMEN’S INSTITIUTE, Westville Library Activities Room, contact Lyn 031 – 701 1881, 083 783 1941. • 6, 13, 20, 27 Feb (Fri), 9.30am – 11.30am, PEBBLES INTERACTIVE PLAYGROUP & COFFEE MORNING FOR MOMS AND LITTLE ONES, The Rock Church, cnr Tamarind Close & Umhlanga Rocks Drive, free, contact Tara, 084 567 7776. • 10 Feb, (2nd Tues), 9.30am – 11.30am, CANCER SUPPORT GROUP, Durban North Methodist Church Hall, Swapo Rd, guest speaker Dr Lucille Heslop, Oncologist, will talk on Nutritional Support, Dos & Don’ts, contact Sheila Moolman, 031 – 563 5274, 083 270 0995, sheilamm@ telkomsa.net. • 12 Feb (2nd Thurs monthly), 9.30am, COWIES HILL/WESTVILLE WOMEN’S INSTITUTE, Cowies Hill Hall, contact Denise, 031 – 783 4854, 082 773 1062. • 16 Feb (3rd Mon), 11am, TAFTA ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT GROUP for family members or caregivers of people with Alzheimer’s, Oldfield Service Centre, 29 Perseverance Rd, Bellair, Nivedita, 031 – 332 3721. • 17 Feb (3rd Tues) 9.30am, ROSEGLEN WOMEN’S INSTITUTE, Musgrave Methodist Church Hall, Musgrave Road, Durban contact Faith Lombard on 031 – 208 6038 or faith.lombard@gmail.com. • 18 Feb (3r Wed) 9.30am, NORTHLANDS WOMEN’S INSTITUTE, St Luke’s Congregational Church, Roger Place, Glenashley, contact Wendy Wright on 031 – 564 8994. • 19 Feb (3rd Thurs), 9.30am, BRIDGEVALE WOMEN’S INSTITUTE, Broadway Methodist Church, Durban North, contact Trish Larsen on 031 – 563 3394, davetish@telkomsa.net. • 25 Feb (last Wed), 6pm – 7.30pm, CANCER SUPPORT GROUP, St Michael’s Anglican Church, cnr Marine Drive & Durban view Rd, Umhlanga,

guest speaker Prf JP Jordaan, Specialist Radiation Therapist Oncologist, contact Paul Ferreira, 031 – 572 4698, 083 659 1524, paulrfWabsamail.co.za. • 7 Feb, 6.30am, BIRDLIFE PORT NATAL OUTING TO IMPTHI with Elena Russell, phone to confirm time and meeting place, 031 – 705 2902, elenarussell@telkomsa.net, www.blpn.co.za. • 10 Feb, 9.30am, BRIDLIFE PORT NATAL OUTING TO KRANTZKLOOF, www.blpn.co.za. • 15 Feb, 6.30am, BRIDLIFE PORT NATAL OUTING TO GREATER AMBERS, HOWICK, contact Norman on 083 453 7949 or normanfo27@gmail.com, www.blpn.co.za. • 18 Feb, 7.30am, BRIDLIFE PORT NATAL OUTING TO BLUFF NATURE RESERVE, call 031 – 701 4839 or 073 332 4431, www.blpn.co.za. • 21 Feb (3rd Sat monthly), 8am – 1pm, BEACHWOOD MANGROVES NATURE RESERVE OPEN DAY, Umgeni River mouth, guided walks, picnic & braai. Beachwood Mangroves honorary Officers are in need of volunteers, contact Bill on 082 559 2839. • 22 Feb (last Sun monthly), 11am, Yellowwood Park, CROW OPEN DAY TOUR, CROW (Centre for Rehabilitation of Wildlife), 031 – 462 1127, R25pp. • 7 Feb, 12pm – 7pm, KEWL AFRIKAANS MUSIEK FEES, Choose Life Church, Moreleta Park, Pretoria, featuring Bobby van Jaarsveld, Karlien van Jaarsveld, Lianie May, Charlize Berg & Kobus Muller, tickets available at www.itickets.co.za.

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