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Issue 172 | Durban | October 2019

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Meet the Cover Stars Excess Factory Shop has had a Facelift!

Unwind and Recharge at Emdoneni Lodge Dip, Dot & Dazzle in 3 Easy Steps Jungle Fever: A Roaring Success!

WIN a Kitchen Blind Makeover Win a Lisa Raleigh Elimin8 Programme and Kit

Delicious Life / Home Life 15 16

Easy Shake and Bake Chicken Roof Pro is Under New Ownership

Healthy Life/Beautiful Life 20 22 24 26 28

Educated Life

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Breast Cancer Awareness Month National Down Syndrome Awareness Day Anxiety and Anxiety Disorder Quality Care for Your Little Ones Protect Your Eyes from Too Much Exposure to Blue Light

Discover Your Child’s Unique Talents at St Mary’s DSG Baraaqa Healing Sanctuary & Learning Centre Science Experiment: Spinning Marbles Is Bedwetting Keeping you up at Night?

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Kids’ Life/Party Life 40 42 42 44

Totem Teepees: Handmade with love in SA Craft Activity: Painted Rocks WIN an Airstrike Blaze Storm Electric worth R850 Jungle Gyms That Last

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46 - 47 Diary Dates for October

The Mum’s Mail Team

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meet the cover stars

Our beautiful cover girls this month are Scarlett and Sophia Summerlee from Umhlanga.

primary school!

Their parents, Nicole and Gareth Summerlee, both grew up in Umhlanga and have known each other since

Big sister Scarlett is 11 and says she has waited her WHOLE LIFE for her sister - sixmonth-old Sophia Grace (three months old in the cover photo).

Scarlett adores drama and fashion and says one day she will be a fashion designer. “We

can’t wait to see where her little life takes her,” says her proud mom. “As for little Sophs, well her journey is just beginning and we are having such fun watching her grow. Scarlett is my right-hand man. Doing this new baba road with such a big gap has so many rewards; the first being that when you are that little bit older you just choose to enjoy the moments for what they are and don’t panic about what you SHOULD be doing… even at two o’clock in the morning!”

“The second reward about having such a big age gap is that Sophia has her big sister

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by her side, so we constantly have another pair of very willing and very capable hands that love to sing and dance, play and tell stories - so that we can get dinner on, run the bath or even get on top of some work admin,” explains Nicole.

She says the greatest reward of this big age gap is to stand back and watch the life-skill of nurturing and loving a little soul develop in Scarlett. “It leaves us with the added joy of knowing there is one more little tool Scarlett will leave home with one day,” she concludes.

By Sarah Mackintosh.

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Look Who’s Had a Facelift!

The Excess Factory Shop has been transformed and they’re so excited to share their new look with their loyal customers.

Come visit Excess Factory Shop and take selfies at the new mural and glam up your social media posts with this unique backdrop! You can still shop for the perfect gifts and beautifully fragranced goodies to spruce up your home. Their vast product range includes bath and body gift sets, hampers, jewellery, handbags, scarves, wall art, candles, stationery, gift wrapping and packaging, kiddies toys and

bath products, men’s gifting, novelties, sweet treats, ceramics and glassware to name just a few. You won’t be disappointed or leave emptyhanded!

Hot Dot Sale, which starts on the 25th of every month (if the 25th is on a Sunday or public holiday, then the next working day) and ends on the last day of the month, or while stocks last!

Where else can you shop Excess Factory Shop is your for the whole family, friends, one-stop-shop for all occasions teachers, colleagues, and at when looking for any gift. From such unbeatable prices - all gifts for moms, dads, teachers, under one roof? grannies and best friends to body and bath hampers, gift May your heart and your trolley bags and boxes – they have always be full - reward yourself it all! They are also known for with a little Excess Factory their pamper hampers – filled Shop retail therapy! with luscious body and bath products and goodies to delight Excess Factory Shop thanks the recipient. Don’t miss their it’s customers for their patience during the revamp – they hope you agree it was worth it.

Trading times: Monday to Friday: 7:30am – 3:45pm Saturdays: 7.30am to 1:30pm Closed on Sunday and Public Holidays Visit them for unbeatable prices and quality at 16 Wolseley Road, Morningside (just off Umgeni Rd). Contact 031 – 303 1271, e-mail patricia@impo.co.za or visit www.excessfactoryshop. co.za.

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Unwind and Recharge at

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I recently spent the weekend there with very good friends and This intimate, multi-awardeveryone said how beautiful winning lodge is the ideal it was and commented on location from which to explore how relaxed they felt. Many the wildlife and coastal of my friends hadn’t been reserves in Zululand. Close to away for years so it really was the national road, Emdoneni a wonderful holiday and only Lodge is accessible for visitors a couple of hours away from who want to experience the Durban! We were also treated luxury of a bush environment to traditional Zulu dancing one and also be close to the main evening and yours truly was attractions such as Hluhluwe/ invited up to partake in some iMfolozi Game Reserves and ‘leg stomping’ – what a giggle iSimanagaliso Wetlands Park (St we had before going off to enjoy Lucia World Heritage Park). dinner and a glass of wine or Some of the activities to enjoy at two! www.mumsmail.com

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Emdoneni Lodge and Spa as described by my good friend Mo, who is very experienced in the hospitality industry: “Stunning luxurious rooms.

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Scrumptious healthy breakfast with a selection of hot dishes, fruit, cereals, pastries and teas and coffee.

The visit to the Zululand Cat Conservation was mind-blowing which covered several types of African cats from the wild African cat to the majestic Cheetah.

Stunning wildlife spotted as you enter/exit the property and the wildlife have adjusted to vehicles passing by so they don’t run off, which gives you ample time to take pictures. A turndown service was provided and a bar fridge is available in the rooms.

Waiter service is available at the swimming pool if you would like a cocktail or a cup of tea! Dinner was pleasant with a selection of meat and veg options.”

So what are you waiting for – go and grab your own little piece of heaven, even if it’s just for a weekend!

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There were amazing treats for all the guests, including an exclusive gift courtesy of B.O.N Natural Oils. A scrumptious breakfast was served by Eat Greek Caterers which included a delicious slice of Chateau Gateaux’s Vanilla Dream cake for each guest (very indulgent)!

Besides the guest speakers, there were dancers to entertain guests, a free cappuccino and a glass of champagne for each lady, a pampering station, lots of shopping, a fun photo booth and of course a super goodie bag packed with treats. The 10

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National Down Syndrome Awareness Day

Peace, love, security and respect for human rights are the cornerstones for human dignity and life, more so for persons with disabilities. National Down Syndrome Awareness Day is commemorated to create awareness about Down syndrome and falls on 20 October each year.

Down syndrome is the most common and naturally occurring chromosomal genetic condition and is the largest single cause of intellectual disabilities. In South Africa, one in every 500 babies is born with Down syndrome each year. It is therefore vital to raise awareness and dispel

the myths that surround Down syndrome and to change society’s pre-conceived ideas and prejudice that they might have. Persons with Down syndrome are still excluded from mainstream society and this adversely affects their rights and freedoms.

What is Down syndrome?

Down syndrome is a chromosomal disorder arising at the time of conception.

There is an extra number 21 chromosome (Trisomy 21) which causes delays in physical and intellectual development. The exact cause of Down syndrome is currently unknown. It is not related to

race, age, religion and socioeconomic status and is one of the most frequently occurring chromosomal disorders. Down syndrome is characterised by a variety of unique features and a wide range of disabilities in physical and cognitive areas of development. We all share a responsibility to work together to build tolerance of differences and wipe out ignorance by joining hands and supporting National Down Syndrome Day. Alone we can do so little together we can achieve so much!

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Anxiety and Anxiety

Disorder As humans, we experience a broad range of emotions which serve an important role in helping us to adapt to different life situations.

Anxiety is one of our most important emotions.

What is anxiety?

It is the state of emotion that becomes activated in the face of danger or threat. Anxiety is a warning signal of this threat. We are probably all familiar with the increased heart rate, sweating, shaking and changed breathing which occurs when we are anxious. Because anxiety is triggered by perceptions of threat or danger, it enables us to survive. But, and this is a large but, there is good or healthy anxiety, and there is bad or unhealthy anxiety. Healthy anxiety (such as we might feel if someone threatens to attack us) is a protection. Bad anxiety is a burden in our lives.

Good anxiety is like a functional burglar alarm that goes off when there is an attempted burglary. We are able to protect our house and ward off intruders. Bad anxiety is like a faulty burglar alarm that constantly goes off when there are no intruders. We become afraid as we search for the burglars. The police or alarm company arrives, but there is no threat. What a waste of resources!

Unhealthy anxiety is anxiety that occurs in the face of little or no threat. This is called an anxiety disorder. Anxiety disorders are very common and can range in severity from being mild to quite incapacitating. But the good news

is that these disorders are fully treatable, and the earlier they are treated the better the prognosis or outcome.

Anxiety disorders are best treated by a combination of psychiatric medications and psychological therapy.

At Akeso Clinic, they have a team of psychiatrists, psychologists and occupational therapists with the expertise and experience to treat these disorders. Milder anxiety disorders are treated on an outpatient basis. More severe anxiety disorders are more inclined to respond better to our comprehensive inpatient programme.

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Science Question: Can you fight gravity?

Supplies needed: • Hot glue gun • 4 to 11 marbles The Experiment Using the hot glue, glue three of the marbles together into a triangle shape.

Glue the fourth marble to the centre of the triangle, making a pyramid of sorts. Put your pile of marbles on a flat surface, balance it on one of its ends and spin the marbles. Gravity usually makes things fall. Try balancing the marbles in an “upside-down pyramid” without spinning it – you can’t.

The Outcome Your marble pyramid should have kept spinning for a while but could not balance by itself.

Safety first! Using a glue gun is an acquired skill. Adults can complete this part for younger participants.

Why it worked In order for the pile of marbles to stay upright on the table, you need to counteract gravity. As you spun the marbles, you made an axis for the marbles to move around. The momentum of the spin kept the spinning top pyramid upright. If there was no friction and the top was perfectly balanced, it would keep spinning for a very long time, indefinitely, much like our planet Earth.

Try this! Have a spinning top contest. See which spinning marbles will spin the longest.

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Calling all schools! Do you have an event you want to share with us? Information on your school? Or perhaps a star pupil you want us to know about?

Send your stories and photos to editor@mumsmail.com and it may get published on our website for free!

• Full day school • Ages from 3 months - 6 years • Calm, happy & caring environment • CCTV cameras • Nutritious home cooked meals (organic menu) • Official Feeder school for Umhlanga Primary School • Limited space • Extra activities available 122 Round The Green • 031 572 5122 • Kavita 084 400 5229 admin@montessoriumhlanga.co.za • www.montessoriumhlanga.co.za

39 Buckingham Road, Kloof

076 024 7993 | bugandboo2019@outlook.com • Small family run playschool • Experienced staff • First Aid Trained • Fun, friendly & warm environment • 3 & 5 day week offered • Ages 18 months - 4 yrs • Open 7.30-12.30

Little Lyons Preschool We take pride in nurturing our cubs A loving and caring home away from home for children aged 1 year to 6 years.

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Professional, qualified Foundation Phase teachers Small classes for more individual attention A structured and balanced curriculum Creative holiday care programme

7:15am - 1pm or 7:15am - 5pm

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EDUCATION & ENTERTAINMENT EDUCATION & ENTERTAINMENT SHOW TIMES TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY: 09H00 AND 14HOO SHOW TIMES TUESDAY, THURSDAY: 09H00 AND 14HOO SUNDAY:WEDNESDAY EVERY 1ST & SUNDAY OF THE MONTH 14H00 - 16H00

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MUSIC LESSONS

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.

Winners of ensemble sections in both Queensburgh and Ethekwini Eisteddfods since 2013 Jenny 031 - 564 0371 please phone after 18.00

Carebears

on Essenwood Essen Est. 2001

17 ST KILDA AVENUE, DURBAN NORTH • TELEPHONE: 031 564 7848 EMAIL: broadacrespreprimary@icloud.com

• Small classes • All staff hold ECD qualifications & up to date First Aid certificates • Caring Environment • Safe Playground • CAPS aligned curriculum • Mini Sport, Ballet, Grade R Swimming, Speech & Drama PRINCIPAL: RAEEFA MAWLANA - (BACHELOR IN EDUCATION • FOUNDATION/INTERMEDIATE PHASE, UKZN)

“Educating The Future Leaders” Est. 1994

“ We Build Foundations”

• Ages 3 months to 4 yrs • A home away from home • Safe & secure environment • Structured learning facility • All meals & beverages provided • Babysitting Services Ring Time includes: • Craft Lessons • Baker Baker • Singing • Dancing • Story-telling • Numerical • ABCs • Shapes

Optional extras: Pottery • Clamber Club

Enrolments for 2020 open 031 – 201 0062 • 082 895 1197

LANCELOT EDUCARE CENTRE & LANCELOT CRECHE Private Pre-School & Creche 12/14 Maxwell Avenue, Bluff

076 163 2673 | 031 466 3214 | www.lancelotedc.co.za

Creche: 3 months - 36 months Pre-school: 3 years - 6 years (Grade 000 - 0) L A N C E L O T

Leading our youth, helping them grow Open Adoring the children, we love them so 06:45 - 17:30 Never ceasing to better our ways weekdays Caring for & nurturing them all of our days & school Enduring & striving to offer the best holidays Learning as we teach, putting all to the test Our priority is the children; we always have them at heart To provide a solid foundation on which future leaders can start

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Is Bedwetting Keeping you up at Night?

2% of over-16s are still wetting the bed on a semi regular basis • The problem is more common with boys than with girls • There is a hereditary element. If the father had the problem, the child is 44% likely to have it too. If both parents had the problem this increases the risk to 77% The key thing is not to blame or shame your child. Instead, focus on positive encouragement and practical steps you can take together.

Nocturnal enuresis is the medical term but most people think of it as ‘wetting the bed’! Whatever you call it, it can be a very distressing problem when it continues as a child gets older.

Children often feel frustrated and that it is their fault, some go so far as to try and hide the issue from their parents due to the extreme embarrassment.

Bedwetting facts that most parents are unaware of: • Nearly 10% of children over 9 years and up to

Hypnosis is a wonderful tool for helping to break unwanted habits and it may help with bedwetting, provided the problem is not medical.

It also helps relieve the stress and anxiety that is almost always felt when children wet the bed.

Source: Sophie Nortje, Hypnoclear, www.hypnoclear.com.

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In operation since 1994

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School transport includes door to door pick up & drop off. We offer services from Westville, Cowies Hill, Pinetown, Reservoir Hills & surrounds.

Transport available to & from the following schools: Westville Junior and Senior, Wendon Academy, Kainon, Saturn, Little Dolphin, Avon Junior, Athol Heights, Pitlochry, Westville Girls, Westville Boys, Star College, ADL High School, Reservoir Hills High plus other schools.

• 3 months to Grade R • Exclusive baby care • Leave your baby in a warm, loving and stimulating nursery with individualised attention • First aid trained staff • CAPS integrated • B.ED Degree Teachers • CCTV cameras - classrooms & playground • 2 hot meals & 2 snacks daily - healthy & nutritious • Open during school holidays (except 3 weeks over the festive season) • Aftercare and Homework facilities with meals included

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Totem Teepees:

Handmade with Love in South Africa Totem Teepees are incredible toys - they inspire imaginative play and magically whisk children off to worlds they can only dream of!

At Totem Teepee they believe in their teepees. They believe in the benefits of a child having his/her very own play space.

Teepees are not just meant to look great in a perfectly Pinterest-worthy playroom… they have a function - and that’s what drives them. At Totem Teepe, they know how beneficial teepees are, and that’s why they make them. For you. For your children. The teepees are also endorsed by occupational

therapists, teachers, speech therapists and doctors. Totem Teepees create cocoon-like spaces for overwhelmed children to escape from the chaotic activity they’re faced with in most school and home environments.

They’re a great place to curl up quietly with a book too. Legend has it that Totem Teepees are often used as headquarters for spy meetings, weird and wonderful board games, taming tigers, and keeping angry pet dragons calm and hidden away from suspicious moms (just like the mom in ET)! Totem Teepees are investments in the

They’re what we call openended toys and if we haven’t convinced you to get one by now what will?

Contact 083 300 2902, info@totemteepee.com or visit www.totemteepee.com.

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future. There are no batteries, there’s no plastic, and they’re made completely by hand by the Totem Teepee team. Your Totem Teepee will last your child’s entire childhood and could be handed down to the next generation. That’s pretty awesome!

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Swimming lessons •LEARN TO SWIM

•STROKE DEVELOPMENT

•PARENT & BABY/ TODDLER CLASSES

Kirsten - 079 496 1513 kirsten@swimfundi.co.za • www.swimfundi.co.za 24 Longwoods Drive, Durban North (Pool - Salt Chlorinated, Heated & Enclosed )

Call or Whatsapp Hassim 083 685 5577

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Unit 6, 55 Henwood Road, New Germany 031 705 9904 | 081 589 7975 charliesplayhouses@gmail.com www.charliesplayhouses.co.za Every child’s dream is to have their own little playhouse, Charlie’s has some amazing specials to fulfill those Christmas wishes! The gift of Fun while Creating Memories!

THE LITTLE PLAYHOUSE

R6500

*Only avail in Blue or Pink. Limited Stock

R13500 Special valid till

1.2m x 1.8m x 1.8H Playhouse. Includes: 600mm Veranda, 2 x Shatterproof windows, 1 x Shutterset 1 x Stable Door, FREE name tag

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2.4m x 2.4m x 1.8m H. Includes: 600m veranda, 3 x Shatterproof windows, 3 x Shutter sets, 3 x Flower boxes, 1 x Stable door.

FREE Name Tag flower boxes including artificial flowers - colour options available.

MINI KITCHEN - R1850

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Craft Activity: Painted Rocks

Cactus Pet Rocks How much cuter can these pet cactus rocks be? And they are so easy to make too! This is a craft your kids will LOVE! Here’s what you need: • Rocks – choose them based

on the size of your terracotta pot. A flat surface area is needed for the googly eyes.

• Googly eyes • Outdoor acrylic paint – green, white & bright green • Mini terracotta pots • Hot glue (adults only) or glue dots for kids

Directions: First select your rocks Clean your rocks before painting Paint with your outdoor paint.

Try two coats of the lighter green to ensure you get complete coverage. Once you have the green painted, use the white to create different cactus designs! Try dots, hash marks and lines and stars. Now glue on your googly eyes! Use hot glue or glue dots. Now they are ready to go into their pots!

If you’d like them to stand higher in their pots, use a little bit of paper towel or foam in the bottom of the pots.

Source: www. thebestideasforkids.com.

Get in on the Action with Airstrike Toys R Us understands that choosing a gift for the MANY birthday parties that your child is invited to can be tricky. They not only want to help you find a gift but want to make choosing the best gift a seamless process. They will be using their expert advice to inform you of what’s new, what’s hot and what’s happening in the awesome world of Toy! Take outdoor battles to the next level with the all-new Airstrike range exclusive to Toys R Us. Whether it’s rapid firing of foam darts, gel or water blasting, Airstrike has everything you need to get in on the action!

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Professional Face Painting

Kiddies’ Rides Themed cakes & cupcakes for all occasions

- Face Painting for Parties and Events - Tattoos - Photography

- Glitter Hairspray

Contact Avisha avishamaharaj09@gmail.com Cell: 065 892 5297

BEST PRICES - BEST QUALITY - Lumo Parties - Fancy balloons

Hassim 083 685 5577 www.partyzonehire.co.za

Cell: 084 455 1101 destiny5tooze@yahoo.com www.durban-face-painting.co.za

Janice 083 431 7168 | Hillcrest & Reservoir Hills (Vocal ONLY - bookings available for 2020) rbtmusicstudio@gmail.com www.rbtmusicstudio.com

UNLIMITED PASS Take your FREESTYLE FUN to the NEXT LEVEL with our brand-new UNLIMITED PASS.

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Jungle Gyms That Last

Playground World focuses on children’s outdoor playground equipment in KZN and Gauteng and surrounds, as well as parts of the Eastern Cape. Gary Donkin and Shane Clare have been friends since 1983 and have been building and installing children’s playground equipment since 2005.

They focus primarily on all aspects of playground equipment, wooden and steel jungle gyms, swings, slides. They also install and manufacture all accessories, such as roundabouts, play troughs, sandpits and steel jungle gyms, with a focus on safety. They have done extensive work for The Coega Development Corporation, Early

Childhood Development (ECD) Programme and the Grade R Department of Education.

for a year on all workmanship and their timber suppliers treat all the poles to the SABS standard.

Playground World supplies Wooden structures are private homes, body corporates, strong, safe and durable schools and crèches with fully and weatherproofed against approved structures that meet harsh South African weather these criteria. Gary and Shane conditions. All units are fully spent a few years in the United modularised, which means Kingdom, where they often that you can custom-build to spoke about coming back to the needs of your children and South Africa with its fantastic budget. Playground World outdoor life, and starting their prides itself in service and afterown business. sales support.

Strong, affordable and fun All Playground World wooden jungle gyms are installed into the ground as a permanent structure.

All units are fully guaranteed

ON ICE

Available at selected stores or online purchases:

Contact Playground World on 082 416 3262 and 082 787 1105 or sales@ playgroundworld.co.za, or visit www. playgroundworld.co.za for prices and more info.

Dates: 4th - 8th Dec 2019 Ticket Prices : From R120 (Early Bird 10% Off)

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Funtastic Fun For All • Shows • Stories • Magic • Balloons • Face Painting • Magician • Edu-Shows • Fairy Show

We hire out: Popcorn machines Candyfloss machines Soft serve machines Slush puppies machines

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Clown magic show, balloon sculpting, juggling & face-painting!

Educational school shows, birthday’s, shopping centres, holiday shows & lots more!

For enquiries/bookings call 071 837 1731 or visit www.themagician.co.za or e-mail magic@themagician.co.za

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Have you planned your Year End Function?

Our easily accessible quaint farm venue can comfortably host your function amid our signature rustic farm ambience. Nestled along the world famous Comrades route, we’re barely 30 mins from Durban & 15 mins from PMB. Ample parking & activities to keep your team entertained.

Birthday Parties, School Markets, Fundraisers, Corporate Events, Flea Markets, Fetes, Community & Social Functions

HORSE RIDING, QUAD BIKES, MINI GO KARTS, ARCHERY, PAINTBALL, OBSTACLE COURSE, MINI GOLF, HUMAN FOOZBALL, JUMPING CASTLE, JUNGLE GYM & MUCH MORE!

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DIARY DATES FOR OCTOBER

OCTOBER AWARENESS DAYS • Bone Marrow Stem Cell Donation and Leukaemia Awareness Month (15 August to 15 October) • Breast Cancer Awareness Month • Mental Health Awareness Month • 8-12: School Health Week • 9-15: National Nutrition Week • 10: World Mental Health Day • 12-20: World Bone and Joint Week • 15-19: National Obesity Week • 17: National Emergency Medical Service Day • 20: National Down Syndrome Day. ARTS & CULTURE • 1 Oct (1st Tues monthly), 9am, LA LUCIA CAKE DECORATORS’ GUILD, La Lucia Library, visitors welcome, cost R20, Bharathi, 082 488 8927.

• 12 Oct (2nd Sat monthly), 9am, NORTH COAST ARTISTS DEMO & MEETING, Church of the Blessed Sacrament, Glenashley, visitors R40, members R30, www.north-coastartists.com.

BUSINESS NETWORKING • 3 Oct (1st Thurs monthly), 8am - 10.30am, KZN WOMEN IN BUSINESS, Garden Court, Marine Parade, Durban, R250 members, R270 non-members, 031 - 266 2892, info@ kznwib.co.za, www.kznwib.co.za.

• 9 Oct (Wed), 7.30am, UMHLANGA WOMEN ACHIEVERS NETWORKING MEETING, Gateway Hotel, R170pp (members) / R190pp (non-members), www.umhlangawomenachievers. co.za.

COOKING • 1 – 31 Oct, FOOD FUN: WHAT’S COOKING WITH AUNTY SANDRA? - BIG & LITTLE VARIOUS HEALTHY COOKING CLASSES, Holiday classes also offered, Westville, booking essential: helloauntysandra@ gmail.com.

• 1 – 31 Oct, VARIOUS COOKING CLASSES, Gecko Culinary Adventures, 88 Lagoon Drive, Umhlanga Rocks, Durban cooking@geckoschool.co.za • 1 – 31 Oct, VARIOUS DOMESTIC

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WORKERS COOKING CLASSES, R1 600pp (5 weeks), danielle@pheka. co.za, www.pheka.co.za, 072 261 5192.

• 1 – 31 Oct, VARIETY OF COOKING CLASSES, Cooking Cooks, 90 Dawncliffe Rd, Westville, info@cookingcooks.co.za, 031 – 266 8488, 082 543 0543, www.cookingcooks.co.za.

COURSES/CLASSES/ WORKSHOPS • 1 – 31 Oct, various days/times, GOODPET TRAINING – PET TRAINING CLASSES, Glenwood and Durban North, Mari Borain/AJ Kruger, 061 245 3309, info.goodpet@gmail. com, www.goodpet.co.za.

• 1 – 31 Oct, VARIOUS BEAUTY THERAPY COURSES, The Nail Guru, 39 Umhlanga Rocks Drive, Docnor Medical Centre, 031 – 564 2933, info@thenailguru.co.za.

ENTERTAINMENT • 1 – 31 Oct (every Sat), 4pm, ENTERTAINMENT BY MURPHY, Stamford Hill Bowling Club, 5 Arbuckle Rd, Durban, Estelle, 084 060 9078, Murphy, 073 584 0258.

• 1 – 20 Oct, 8pm, 101 HITS, R165pp, Barnyard Theatre at Suncoast, Suncoast Casino, Durban, 031 940 0500, www.barnyardtheatre. co.za.

• 2 – 6 Oct, 8pm/2pm, NOT FAMOUS! JEM ATKINS SOLO COMEDY SHOW, Rhumbelow Theatre, 42 Cunningham Rd, off Bartle Rd, Umbilo, R150pp, Computicket or Roland, 082 499 8636, roland@stansell.za.net, events.durbantheatre.com.

• 4 – 5 Oct, 8pm, HOT AUGUST NIGHT - THE MUSIC OF NEIL DIAMOND, Rhumbelow Northlands, Northlands Bowling Club, 50 Margaret Mayton Ave, Durban North, R150pp, Computicket or Roland, 082 499 8636, roland@stansell.za.net, www.events.durbantheatre.com.

• 4 – 6 Oct, 8pm/2pm, FAWLTY FLOWERS! FAWLTY TOWERS FUN, Rhumbelow Theatre, Tina’s Hotel, 14 Beryldene Rd, Kloof, R150pp, Com-

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puticket or Roland, 082 499 8636, roland@stansell.za.net, www.events. durbantheatre.com.

• 7, 14, 21, 28 Oct (Mon), 4pm – 9pm, TENNIS & TUNES, Windsor Tennis Club, James Henderson Road, Glenwood, tennis followed by some tunes from various artists, Roland, 082 499 8636, roland@ stansell.za.net.

• 7, 14, 21, 28 Oct (Mon), 4pm – 9pm, BBC BEATS – BOWLS & MUSIC, Berea Bowling Club, R50pp, Roland, 082 499 8636, roland@ stansell.za.net.

• 9 – 20 Oct, 8pm/2pm, ‘THE CHAIN’ - THE FLEETWOOD MAC STORY, Rhumbelow Theatre, Tina’s Hotel, 14 Beryldene Rd, Kloof, R150pp, Computicket or Roland, 082 499 8636, roland@stansell.za.net, www.events. durbantheatre.com.

• 11 – 13 Oct, 8pm/2pm, LEONARD COHEN - A TRIBUTE, Rhumbelow Theatre, 42 Cunningham Rd, off Bartle Rd, Umbilo, R150pp, Computicket or Roland, 082 499 8636, roland@stansell.za.net, events. durbantheatre.com.

• 25 Oct – 3 Nov, 8pm/2pm, ROCK GUITAR LEGENDS, Rhumbelow Theatre, 42 Cunningham Rd, off Bartle Rd, Umbilo, R150pp, Computicket or Roland, 082 499 8636, roland@ stansell.za.net, events.durbantheatre. com.

• 25 – 31 Oct, 8pm/6pm/2pm, HALLOWEEN FAMILY MAGIC SHOW, Rhumbelow Theatre, Tina’s Hotel, 14 Beryldene Rd, Kloof, R150pp, Computicket or Roland, 082 499 8636, roland@stansell.za.net, www.events. durbantheatre.com.

LEISURE • 1 – 31 Oct (Mon – Thurs), 5.30pm – 6.30pm, GATEWAY TO WELLBEING FITNESS TRAINING SESSIONS, People’s Park, Durban, R40pp, Mitch 079 915 6069.

• 1 – 31 Oct (Mon – Thurs), 5.30pm, GROUP PILATES CLASSES IN GLENWOOD, Laura-May, laura.may. louw@gmail.com.

• 1 – 31 Oct (Tues & Thurs), 3.45pm

Diary Dates | - 4.30pm, KARATE, KICKBOXING, SELF-DEFENCE, Elangeni Amphitheatre, North Beach, Kyoshi Ejaz, 079 498 6030.

• 1 – 31 Oct (Sat), 10am – 11am, FUN FOR KIDS – CRAFTS & BAKING, R250pp, Christene Pillay, 078 535 7862, christenepillay9@gmail.com.

• 1 – 31 Oct (Sat), 5pm – 10pm, DRUMSHACK FAMILY DRUMMING EXPERIENCE, African Drumshack entertainment, Castle-on-Main, 24b Old Main Rd, Gillits, R40pp, Jonathan, 083 704 4879, drumshack@3i.co.za, www.drumshack.org.

• 1 – 31 Oct (Tues), 9.30am – 10.30am, FREE YOGA CLASSES FOR PEOPLE OVER 60, La Lucia Library function room, Nivedita Dayanand, 031 – 332 3721.

• 1 – 31 Oct (Wed), PENSIONERS’ DAY, Marilyn’s Tea House at Kloof & Highway SPCA, 19 Village Road, Kloof, 031 – 764 1212, teagarden@ kloofspca.co.za, www.kloofspca. co.za.

• 13 Oct (2nd Sun monthly), from 10am, MINI STEAM TRAIN RIDE, Virginia Circle, 082 577 2067.

• 27 Oct, 8.30am & 12.30pm, UMGENI STEAM RAILWAY - INCHANGA CHOO CHOO STEAM TRAIN, from Kloof Station (Stokers Arms) to Inchanga Station Craft Market (return), adults: R260, pensioners & children: R190, Bruce, 082 353 6003, bookings@umgenisteamrailway.com, www. umgenisteamrailway.com.

MARKETS • 1 – 31 Oct, Wed & Fri 6pm - 10pm, Sun 10am, THE STABLES LIFESTYLE MARKET, Jacko Jackson Drive, Warren, 031 – 312 3058, www.stableslifestylemarket.co.za, thestablesmarket@ gmail.com.

• 1 – 31 Oct, (every Fri & Sun), GREEN CAMP GALLERY PROJECT, Fresh Food Market, 246 Umbilo Road, 071 907 9996, FB @GreenCampGalleryProject.

• 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Oct (Wed), 9am – 12pm, UMHLANGA FARMERS’ MARKET, 206 Autumn Drive, Prestondale, Alexa, 074 445 6186.

• 4 Oct (1st Fri monthly), 5pm -

9.30pm, ROOF TOP NIGHT MARKET, Level 5 parking lot, Musgrave Centre, crafts, food, live music, www.musgravecentre.co.za.

• 5 Oct (1st Sat), 9am – 2pm, I HEART MARKET, The Hay Store, Point Waterfront (cnr Camperdown Rd & Albert Terrace), info@iheartmkt. com, www.iheartmarket.blogspot. com.

• 5, 12, 19, 26 Oct (Sat), 6.30am 11.30am, SHONGWENI FARMERS’ & CRAFT MARKET, Lot 457, MR551, Shongweni, Christine, 083 777 1553, info@shongwenimarket.co.za, www. shongwenimarket.co.za.

• 5, 12, 19, 26 Oct (Sat), 10am – 12pm, GLENWOOD FARMERS’ MARKET, Pop-Up Society, 132 Helen Joseph Rd, Glenwood, FB @GreenCampGalleryProject.

• 6, 13, 20, 27 Oct (Sun), 10am – 4pm, BLYTHEDALE COASTAL ADVENTURE MARKET, Blythedale Coastal Estate, 061 82 0 3518, www.blythedale.co.za/adventuremarket.

• 6 Oct (1st Sun monthly), 9am-1pm, HILLCREST COUNTRY MARKET, Hillcrest Primary School Hall, Lynette, 079 616 9218, hillcrestcountrymarket@gmail.com, www.hillcrestcountrymarket.co.za.

• 6, 13, 20, 27 Oct (Sun), 10am – 3pm, BOTHAS HILL MARKET, cnr Rob Roy Cres & Old Main Rd, Bothas Hill, www.bothashillmarket.co.za, Natalie, 083 564 3335.

• 6, 13, 20, 27 Oct (Sun), 9am – 4pm, SUNDAY FLEA MARKET, Amphitheatre, North Beach Pavilion site, Durban.

• 6, 13, 20, 27 Oct (Sun), 10am – 3pm, GOLDEN HOURS FAMILY MARKET, Uitsig Rd, Durban North, (behind Pick n Pay Hyper By the Sea), 083 262 3693.

• 12 Oct (2nd Sat monthly), 9am 2pm, Salt Rock, LITCHI ORCHARD MARKET, Seaforth Dr, Ballito, 032 – 525 5118, info@litchiorchard.co.za.

• 25 Oct (last Fri monthly), 5pm 10pm, Salt Rock, LITCHI ORCHARD NIGHT MARKET, Seaforth Dr, Ballito, 032 – 525 5118, info@litchiorchard. co.za.

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• 25 Oct (last Fri monthly), 5.30pm – 10pm, RIVERTOWN NIGHT MARKET, Rivertown Precinct, 130 Stalwart Simelane Street, opposite the ICC, Darryl: darryl.hofmann@icloud.com.

• 27 Oct (last Sun monthly), 9am – 2pm, WONDER MARKET, Chris Saunders Park, Umhlanga, 074 468 2463, wondermarketdurban@gmail. com, @WonderMarketDBN. MEETINGS • 2 Oct (1st Wed monthly), 6pm – 7pm, Westville Baptist Church, WESTVILLE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP, 083 440 1771, Deon, 082 498 3975.

• 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Oct (Thurs), 6.30pm – 8.30pm, ANXIETY & DEPRESSION SUPPORT GROUP, Grace Riverside Campus, 63 Anthony Road, Riverside, 031 – 003 1830, counselling@grace.za.org.

• 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Oct (Thurs), 8.30am – 11am, MUMS’ SUPPORT GROUP, for mums who feel overwhelmed or depressed, La Lucia Library, Alex, 083 788 0689, alwallis14@gmail.com.

NATURE/OUTDOORS • 19 Oct (3rd Sat monthly), 8am – 1pm, BEACHWOOD MANGROVES NATURE RESERVE OPEN DAY, Umgeni River mouth, contact 082 559 2839.

• 27 Oct (last Sun monthly), 11am, Yellowwood Park, CROW OPEN DAY TOUR, CROW (Centre for Rehabilitation of Wildlife) R25pp, 031 - 462 1127.

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