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Cover Stars
Meet the Cover Stars The Mum’s Mail team is still going strong and still as cuckoo as ever! We thought maybe when Alice left we would lose some of our craziness, but with the arrival of our new bosses came a new brand of nuttiness!
Beverly is the resident “Sales Guru” – she has been at Mum’s Mail the longest out of all of us (we won’t say how long). She’s always ready with a chirp and she could sell ice to an Eskimo. Wendy the graphic designer (missing from cover pic) is a mother to two gorgeous boys who keep her on her toes. She is also kept very busy here at Mum’s Mail and comes up with some wonderful creations for our clients!
Mellisa is another new addition to the sales team. She always has a smile on her face The team has undergone quite a few and a story to tell. She’s also our resident changes over the last year, so meet our biryani maker! awesome team once again – some new and some old (not in years of course). Natalie, our sweet-natured receptionist, keeps the place running smoothly – from Victoria and Andrew chasing up advert Arthur are our not-soapprovals for us, to new bosses – they hail wrapping gifts and from England and have posting magazines – and fitted in really well with all things admin! our little team. Roxanne is our new Andrew (missing from Pietermaritzburg sales cover pic) is a little shy rep (missing from cover but is holding his own pic) – we don’t see her with all the ladies! too often in Durban but when we do, she always Victoria is the outgoing makes an impression one and has slotted into with her colourful hair the role of editor with ease – she’s also a and good humour! closet singer! Sarah is the sub-editor and spends her Daniella is our blushing bride, having time tapping away on the keyboard writing recently tied the knot with her long time BF stories – when she’s not running after her Arno. She is the ‘boss’ of the accounts – so three-year-old son. She talks way too much she basically runs the place! She is the one and too loudly but keeps us all entertained! you don’t want to get on the wrong side of! She’s also a closet baker. Special thanks to the Durban Ice Arena for letting us take over the ice rink for a few Joeleen is one of our new sales consultants. hours while we had our fun photo shoot for You can’t miss her as she loves her luminous the front cover! We survived without any colours – she is like a ray of sunshine in bumps or bruises, quite an achievement at the office, especially with her bubbly our age! personality! Written by Sarah Mackintosh www.mumsmail.com
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An optional cost of R900 incl VAT will be charged for metallic paint. *Linked to FNB prime rate, currently 10.25%. Offers calculated on the up!, Polo Vivo and Polo range in standard specification. They are only 10 of each model available. Offer excludes optional extras, on the road costs and delivery fee. Actual models may differ from images shown. Interest rate is subject to bank approval and credit vetting. Interest rate is also used for illustrative purposes only. Information subject to change without prior notification. Offers may not be used in conjunction with any other special service or offering. Volkswagen Financial Services South Africa Proprietary Limited trading as Volkswagen Financial Services an Authorised Financial Services and Credit Provider. NCRCP6635. Offer is subject to vehicle being financed through Volkswagen Financial Services. Offer valid until 31 January 2017 or while stocks last.
Barons Durban on Edwin Swales Drive are ‘The Volkswagen People.’ They have the knowledge and strength to tailor deals that suit individual needs at the lowest possible cost, and they offer a super convenient 60 Minute Express Service every Saturday.
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Tala Private Game Reserve
Treat the Family to a Year-End Wildlife Adventure at Tala Collection
Annual family holidays are always eagerly anticipated but need some degree of planning to keep everyone happy and prevent the siblings from killing each other!
Finding an ideal breakaway spot to suit everyone is not easy. Accessibility and cost are top factors to consider. Tala Collection Private Game Reserve is situated less than an hour’s drive from Durban and Pietermaritzburg – saving on travelling time and fuel costs. A variety of accommodation suits every budget – from rustic to luxurious. You may even spot an impala or warthog ambling past your window. Guests can self-cater, dine in the main restaurant or for the bigger parties, book the Boma for an evening braai. For wildlife enthusiasts, you can enjoy thrilling sightings of white rhino (under 24hour guard), wallowing hippo and graceful giraffe – just to name a few of the animals
found on the reserve. Children under five are not allowed on game drives. Visitors can do self-drives. However, don’t leave your car in an un-designated area – you don’t want to upset a grumpy hippo or rhino! A variety of animals can be seen grazing peacefully together at the main waterhole, providing perfect photographic opportunities. Go birdwatching, tackle guided walks or the three-different mountain-bike trails in the Reserve (10km, 5km or 3km - perfect for a family outing). Don’t forget to pack the sunscreen, helmets, water-bottles (and mountain-bikes!). The Rock Pool area is a welcome oasis on hot days for swimming, picnicking or a braai. When not outside, play board games and just relax together. Make magic memories and book a hot-air balloon ride to view Tala from a different angle. Contact: 031 – 781 8000, visit www.tala.co.za or email info@tala.co.za.
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Fashion Blog
Affordable Fashion and Homeware Fashionblog is a factory outlet in Mayville restocked, with even greater discounts on with the largest selection of kids’ wear quality kids’ clothing. in Durban. Expect quality clothes at unbeatable prices! Get down to Fashionblog for the latest in affordable fashion and homeware for the They also stock a wide range of quality whole family! They have secure parking and homeware products such as bedding, experienced and friendly staff will help you curtaining, rugs, towelling, throws, scatters find what you are looking for. and plastic ware. Because of their inhouse manufacturing, they can assist with hospitality industry needs. They stock fresh, fun and fashionable must-have essentials for toddlers and preschoolers and the coolest tees for your teens to wear after school and on weekends. Mum and dad are also catered for. The 18 Buro Crescent, Mayville, extensive range of character tees includes 031 – 207 1347, Facebook: Mickey and Minnie Mouse, Superman, www.facebook.com/FashionBlogdbn. Batman, Dora, Frozen, Winnie the Pooh WIN WIN WIN Mum’s Mail has four and lots more! New stock arrives daily and items for sale change continually. The R400 Fashionblog vouchers to give away. Visit www.mumsmail.com to enter. bargain department is constantly being
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Everyday Life
Wonderbag: Your go-to-gift guide this Festive Season SA’s proudly South African heat retention cooker, Wonderbag, has launched for the first time ever a series of festive season special deals that will tick all your boxes this Christmas! From Corporate branded Wonderbags to picnic sets and personalised Wonderbags – you don’t need to leave the comfort of your desk or couch to order the perfect gift for work and your loved ones.
the festive season. Priced at R350, it contains a hardwearing plastic washbasin, a Wonderbag, a fantastic recipe book as well as an assortment of essential grocery items to get you started. And as if that’s not enough reason to make this one of your gifts for the festive season – the ‘Buy and Give’ aspect of this product will be. For every Wonderbag that is purchased, a percentage of the proceeds are donated to the Wonderbag Foundation that ‘buys’ and donates Wonderbags to families in need within a designated community in a developing country.
This unique cooking device has a number of gorgeous prints and sizes to choose from and is the ultimate Christmas gift that keeps on giving. Not only will your friend, staff or family member be delighted that their Wonderbag will allow them to spend less Place your order today at time cooking in the kitchen on Christmas www.wonderbag.co.za. Day, but over time they will continue to benefit from the energy or electricity WIN WIN WIN Mum’s Mail has two savings and nutritious benefits when Summer Wonder packs (one large making meals in their new Wonderbag. Wonderbag with a matching waterproof picnic mat, valued at R695 each) to give Wonderbag are again offering their away. Visit www.mumsmail.com popular Festive Grocery Hampers during to enter.
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Team Care Assisted Living Centre Team Care is run by a group of qualified and experienced health care professionals. Our home offers residents 24 hour frail care, mid care and assisted living. Team Care endeavours to provide our residents with professional nursing and care, we offer a warm and loving environment.
TEAM CARE ASSISTED LIVING CENTRE OPENING 1 DECEMBER 2016
IT IS AN OLD AGE HOME... WITH LOTS OF BENEFITS We have doctors on call for any of our residents who are too frail to go and see the doctor at his/her rooms. The same applies to dentists, physiotherapists, speech therapists and audiologists who willingly come in to provide rehabilitative consults with our residents.
We have private rooms, double rooms & sharing rooms available. • 24 Hour nursing • 24 Hour security • 3 Full meals per day • 2 Teas and snacks per day • Controlled medication • Housekeeping • Dining hall • Recreational room • TV lounge • Outside entertainment area
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Go on your annual leave, rest assured that your elderly loved one is in loving, secure and professional hands. We will care for them for the month of December for a special discounted rate of R11 000 for the whole month! They will feel like they are on holiday themselves with daily pampering, wellness days activites and a scrumptious festive menu served throughout the month. 92 Dahlia Road, Springfield, Durban Dan Naicker 084 205 7000 | Shona Dookie 084 444 6823 Delaine Naicker 074 556 0225 | teamcare.tta@gmail.com | www.careforus.co.za
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Everyday Life
Readers’ Life • What a pleasure and lifesaver Mum’s Mail is. My two sons’ birthdays are in December and their parties are planned using all your party adverts. No hunting and Googling – just dial the numbers and we have everything – from cake to décor. Thanks a mil guys. You are a one stop party mag! Suraya Singh.
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• My daughter has a two-year-old and he is very busy, never sits still. Thanks for a great magazine. Suzette. • Thank you for putting together an awesome competition to celebrate Heritage Day – you guys outdid yourselves! Thank you. Kumeshnie Govindsamy. • I would like to thank you guys for a great magazine for mums, exceptional work guys. I receive Mum’s Mail every month from my daughter’s crèche and I love and look forward to reading it. Keyosha Chetty. • I picked up my copy from my daughter’s swimming school, and was really inspired by your cover story family in the October issue. The family just creates a magic on the front cover. Not until I read the Cover Stars article, did I realise that Karishma and Avinash were hearing impaired and Alok... oh what a bubble of smiling joy! The article was so encouraging and reminds me to be so thankful for our health, which we can take for granted. But more so, in spite of our circumstances, we are able to move forward as we are. Thanks for a fabulously insightful mag. Nevashni. • Thanks for all the informative emails! I always enjoy reading them. Nadia. Send your letters to editor@mumsmail.com. All published letters will receive double movie tickets from CineCentre Suncoast and the winning letter, from Suraya Singh, will receive a Chateau Gateaux treat! Visit www.chateaugateaux.co.za. www.mumsmail.com
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Al-Husna
Al Husna School of Cooking and Baking From humble beginnings, Mumtaz Dawood, founder of Al Husna School of Cooking and Baking, began her home-based cooking school in 2006 from a small premises in Overport. Her passion for cooking started when she was 11 years old and her love for the kitchen has motivated her to continue teaching and inspiring women. Most of the courses are made up of six lessons of up to three hours per lesson. Four to five recipes are covered per lesson, with all the ingredients and recipes provided. Lessons are interactive and hands-on. Students range from the age of 11, right up to 70 years old. She also runs once-off decor and mocktail lessons at birthday parties for teenagers.
different courses, as well as a few once-off lessons covering everything that you could possibly need to run your own home. The courses run from 8am to 11am weekdays and Saturdays. The quality of her ingredients will never be compromised. Mumtaz travels all over SA to give once-off lessons. Mumtaz’s motto is “give to our students what we would expect for ourselves.” She is thankful for the opportunity to meet and befriend so many sisters and also for the opportunity to help people uplift themselves in their homes and their businesses.
Her recipes are kept simple and easy yet tasty, accommodating the busy lifestyle of women today. After a course at Al Husna you will be able to cook up a decent meal in just 15 minutes. The school runs 15
Contact Mumtaz on 031 – 837 0386, 081 714 8772 or e-mail alhusnagroup@gmail.com. WIN WIN WIN Mum’s Mail has one Al Husna cooking lesson to give away (valued at R580). Visit www.mumsmail.com to enter.
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CLASSES AVAILABLE: • Basic Baking • Advanced Baking • Light Cooking • Indian Cooking • Sweets • Seafood • Savouries • Sweetmeat • Drinks/Salads • Pastry Making LAUNCHING 4 NEW COURSES: • Indian Veggies • Pickles ‘n Sauces • Light Cooking 2 • Savouries 2 All ingredients provided. Certificates awarded. 262 Randles Road, Sydenham | alhusnagroup@gmail.com 031 208 8735 | 031 837 0386 | 081 714 8772 | BBM: 5EF9AA6A www.mumsmail.com
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Delicious Life
My Chef Is Giving the Cook a Break This Christmas Gone are the days where mom or dad is seen slaving over a hot stove in the middle of South African summer while the rest of the family are demanding their traditional Christmas lunch, because My Chef has the Christmas spread covered! My Chef is an online company operating 24/7 that offers a range of healthy meals delivered to your door every Tuesday and Friday. It is perfect for those with a busy life, who want a break from cooking. The array of appetising starters are sure to kick start your Christmas on a mouthwatering note, ranging from bacon wrapped baby porkies and tiger prawns filled with cheese and chilli, wrapped in bacon and served with a sweet chilli dipping sauce, to biltong and cheese samosas, homemade prawn and crab samosas or some tasty patés.
• Frozen Pastries & Foods • Bakeware • Baking Ingredients • Packaging Shop 24, Outlet Park, 59 Meridian Dr, Umhlanga Ridge Tel: 031 566 2763 • www.maisoncaitlin.co.za
TAFTA MEALS ON WHEELS Has cooking become an effort? We prepare meals and deliver to your door Monday to Friday for older people What you have to do? Call TAFTA on 031 - 332 3721 This is a needs based service! Visit our website on: www.tafta.org.za
For a delicious lunch or Christmas dinner there are a number of options on the menu. Main meals can be purchased as a “ready to be roasted” or “roasted for you” option. Options include everything from Christmas chicken stuffed with Italian salami, mozzarella and herbs or roasted leg of lamb with feta and mint stuffing, to crispy French style pork belly and glazed Christmas gammon. There’s also the outdoor braai option to keep the heat out of the kitchen, and get the Weber working. You also have the option of ordering an effortless traditional Christmas package perfectly portioned for your needs, plus a number of accompaniments. And they have an extensive and indulgent dessert menu! Orders close on 15 December and will be delivered on 23 December. For more details on the menu, prices and delivery days, visit www.mychef.co.za. 21
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Christmas Fruit Pies
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Ingredients: Makes about 18 • 250g cake flour • 1 tablespoon castor sugar • 2 tablespoon corn flour/Mazina • ½ teaspoon salt • 185g soft butter • 1 egg (separate yolk and white) • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice • 1 tablespoon ice cold water • 1 jar minced fruit • 1 green apple, peeled and grated • 1 tablespoon of brandy (optional) • A small handful of chopped nuts (e.g. almonds ) • Castor sugar for decoration
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Method: • Preheat oven to 200˚C. • Mix flour, castor sugar, corn flour and salt. • Cut butter into the flour mix with a knife. Use your fingers to gently mix the butter into the flour – it must be like bread crumbs. • Add the yolk, lemon juice and iced water. Mix together with a knife and then your fingers. Keep working the mixture until you get a soft pastry. Let pastry rest in fridge for 15 minutes. Gently knead the pastry and roll out. Spray a shallow muffin pan with oil. • Cut out pastry bottoms. Put the pastry bottoms at the bottom of your muffin pan. Prick with a fork. • Put half the minced fruit into a bowl. Peel apple and grate into fruit mix. Add a handful of chopped nuts and a tablespoon of brandy. Mix together. • Put one spoonful of fruit mix into each pie bottom. Roll out the pastry again and make ‘lids’ for the pies using a star cutter. • Use a little fork to push around the edges of the pie. Prick the top. • Beat the egg white with a fork and brush a little around the edges of the pie and on the lid. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes. Allow to cool and dust with castor sugar. Source: Danielle, 072 261 5192, e-mail danielle@pheka.co.za, www.pheka.co.za. www.mumsmail.com
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The Entrepreneur Ladder: Are You Happy With Where You Are In Your Business?
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Fingerprint Salt Dough Christmas Trees These little fingerprint Christmas Trees • When the trees are completely dry you make such wonderful decorations – and can paint them! • When the paint is dry, if you are using a sealant you can spray that they are very special too! on. • Add ribbon and you are done! Materials: • Salt Dough – mix ½ cup plain flour, ½ cup These little trees look wonderful on the Christmas tree and are very special indeed! salt and ¼ cup water to form a dough. Footprints made in the same way also make • Christmas tree shaped cookie cutter wonderful and special hanging ornaments! • Paints (acrylics) • Sealant (if you use salt dough and want it to last more than one Christmas). This also Happy Christmas everyone! adds shine to any painted surface. • Little fingers What to do: • Roll out your salt dough onto wax paper about 5mm thick. • Using a Christmas tree cookie cutter, cut out your trees. • On the top of every tree add a small hole for the ribbon – this can be done with a straw. • With little fingers, carefully push Christmas lights onto your tree. • Leave to dry or bake in the oven. • Salt dough can be baked in the oven on 100°C for about three hours.
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Reindeer Footprint Christmas Cards These DIY Reindeer Footprint Christmas cards are very, very cute! They look great and because little feet have participated, they are also very special - especially if you are sending the card to family and friends. These are easy to make and children LOVE painting their own feet! What do you need: • Card stock or thick paper. You can also print straight onto ready-made cards • Paint • A marker • Eyes – use googly eyes, buttons, or draw them on • A shiny nose – like a red pom-pom
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Dr Rashinta Moodley: Specialist Paediatrician and Paediatric Nephrologist Dr Rashinta Moodley is a general paediatrician and paediatric nephrologist in private practice in Durban. She manages both general paediatric conditions as well as paediatric nephrology. The subspecialty of paediatric nephrology involves the treatment of urinary tract and kidney diseases in babies, children and adolescents. This includes acute and chronic dialysis as well as kidney transplantation. Dialysis is especially challenging in an acute setting where even the littlest of babies may present with kidney failure. Many babies may be born with renal and urinary system abnormalities. Nephrotic syndrome, obstructive urinary tract abnormalities and post infectious kidney disease are the most common types of renal disease in children. These can occur as a result of congenital abnormalities, or because of genetic or immune abnormalities, or infection. Urinary tract infections are also common and often can be associated with bladder and kidney abnormalities.
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Dr Moodley completed her postgraduate paediatric training at UKZN. She was awarded a Scholarship from Life Healthcare to subspecialise in paediatric nephrology. She is one of only three paediatric nephrologists in KZN and is the only paediatric nephrologist in full time private practice in KZN. She is currently consulting at Life Entabeni Hospital and Gateway Private Hospital. Her long term goal is to help develop a renal transplantation unit specifically for paediatrics in the private sector in KZN, with a multidisciplinary team that includes a paediatric transplant surgeon, sub specialist paediatricians, trained nursing staff, dieticians, psychologists and patient support groups. Contact Dr Rashinta Moodley on 031 – 261 4767 (Life Entabeni Hospital) or031 – 566 5195/031 - 492 2111 (Gateway Private Hospital). E-mail: moodleypaed@telkomsa.net. www.mumsmail.com
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Festive Overindulgences: The Bounce Back Factor!
The festive season is all about celebrations, and for many that means binging on food, intoxicating chemical substances and physical inactivity, all of which pose risks to health. Weight gain averages between 2kg to 4kg over the festive season and there are significant spikes in heart attacks and heart failures on three particular holidays – Christmas day, Day of Goodwill and New Year’s Day. Other common complaints cited include hangovers, headaches, heartburn, biliousness, and tummy troubles. How to bounce back from an overindulgent holiday or late-night binge? Take care of your liver. The liver is the primary organ responsible for fat metabolism, and detox-cleansing the body of harmful chemicals we consume in food, alcohol, unpurified water, medications and other drugs. You can support liver function and bile production by a gentle detoxcleanse, so as to improve energy, moods, weight control and digestion.
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Bust the belly bulge. To relieve bloating and other gas-related ailments including flatus, belching, hiccups, indigestion, and belly distention, take powerful Ayurvedic herbs such as Moringa, Ginger and Triphala to restore digestive balance and health during times of excess and overindulgence. Tackle heartburn. The use of clinically proven herbal remedies containing naturally occurring nutrients, vitamins and herbo-minerals such as Amla, Pearl Oyster Shell, and Magnesium silicate helps to nourish the stomach’s mucus cells which in turn can restore stomach lining and prevent heartburn, bile reflux and other related ailments. Do a kidney detox-cleanse. Dissolve deposits and toxins within the kidneys that could lead to kidney stones, and bladder infections. Contact The Himalaya Drug Company on 011 – 656 4284 or visit www.himalayawellness.com or FB: HimalayaWellnessSA.
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Spoil Someone with the Perfect Gift Are you looking for the perfect gift this season for your loved ones, work colleagues, friends, or just a treat for yourself? Well look no further, B.O.N has the ultimate gift for you.
B.O.N prides itself on using the highest quality natural ingredients, including avocado, grape seed and rosehip oils. Once tried, forever loved.
B.O.N’s Face Time Gift Set is beautifully packaged and includes the 50ml AntiAgeing Face Cream, SPF15 Anti-Ageing Day Cream & Moisturising Facial Cleanser. Pamper yourself and your friends with these natural nourishing skin care products, specifically designed for sensitive skin. B.O.N’s facial products are designed to improve your skin tone, detoxify your skin cells, and increase the elasticity of your skin. Formulated with natural skincare active ingredients to help reduce wrinkle depth, moisturise, and improve skin firmness.
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Available on B.O.N’s online store at www.bonnaturaloils.co.za for only R250, including delivery direct to your door. WIN WIN WIN Mum’s Mail has six B.O.N Face Time Gift Sets to give away. Visit www.mumsmsail.com to enter.
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Health Technology
World Leading Slimming and Non-Surgical Facelift Machines Unique to Health Technology, the dual technology Electro-cellulite machine offers the best solution in slimming and toning for your body. Many areas of the body are controlled by small neurological impulses from the brain – the Health Technology programme creates and imitates these impulses for the required action to stimulate an area of the body that needs attention. Through the controlled programme and technology, specific results are achieved for muscle tone, gym-like work out, cellulite treatment, facial toning and more. Similar to normal exercise, where the contracting of muscles is stimulated by the brain, Health Technology’s programme will contract and relax your muscle in the same way. The benefit of this is that you get a passive workout with less risk of injury or fatigue. This also gives the patient the option to work on a specific part of the body. Health Technology’s microprocessor controlled programmes are technologically
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advanced to vary – cycling through the different selectable programmes. Muscle stimulation is also ideal for physically challenged individuals and those in need of physiotherapy for injuries and rehabilitation of muscles. You can choose between automatic or manual treatments, and it offers nine programmes, 540 possible stimulation changes and up to 3 000 muscle stimulation pulses per minute. This range of electronic computer controlled slimming machines simulates natural exercise, safely and effortlessly, to create slenderness, firmness and strength. Trusted by thousands globally, Health Technology’s machines are the preferred slimming devices used in leading slimming and beauty salons worldwide. Their extensive range caters to the professional and home user markets. They are an ISO13485 medical machine manufacturer. Visit www.htech.co.za for more info.
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Fragrances by Lunga We are an online perfume boutique to a world of designer perfumes & fragrances from around the world at the click of your mouse delivered to your doorstep. Buy designer fragrances/perfumes at a fraction of the retail price.
Each FBL 30 ml glass perfume bottle costs R80 We have over 115 different variants for both men & women
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TAKE A BREAK AT SPA D’ SULIS WITH OUR DEC/JAN 2017 SPECIALS • Couples Full Body Swedish Massage - R700 • Spa Pedicure + Back/Neck/Shoulder Massage - R350 • Gelish Nails and Toes - R380 • Absolute Pearl Facial + Full Body Swedish Massage + FREE FOOT OR HEAD MASSAGE - R950
Specials only valid for December/January 2017. Please book in advance to avoid disappointment!
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Tharin’s Boutique Tharin’s Boutique is a dress hire shop for all events – they have dresses for matric dances, wedding dresses, year-end functions, bridesmaid dresses and cocktail dresses. They also custom dresses – Massages • Tan Lab make Spray Tan • Waxing / Manicures & Pedicures • the designer canThreading come& Tinting down from Jo’burg • Luscious Lashes Eyelash Extensions to design a dressGelPolish specifically for someone • Professional Make-up • Permanent Make-up who wants their own dress made. They stock many different styles of dresses, as well as dresses for all shapes and sizes – one of the things they pride themselves on is that they cater for all women. All the dresses in the shop are handmade, one-of-a-kind designer gowns, so any lady hiring from them can rest assured that she will never be wearing the same dress as someone else. Their designer, Gerrit Pienaar, is based in Pretoria and has been in the industry for more than 30 years and has designed for Boss Models and many other big agencies, and pageants. He has designed dresses for Miss SA, Miss World and Top Model Agency. He designs for 90% of all school pageants in Pretoria and he’s done dresses for fashion shows overseas, including a fashion show at the Smithsonian in Washington in the USA most recently.
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WE OFFER THE FOLLOWING SKIN TREATMENTS: Complimentary Skin Analysis & Product Recommendation | Specialised Facial Treatments | optiphi Glycolic Peels | Mesoestetic Skin Peels | Micro-Needling | Lamprobe Treatments | Anti-Wrinkle Injections | Dermal Fillers & Mesolift | Skin Boosters & Mesotherapy | Thread Lifting Treatments | Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) Treatments | Sclerotherapy FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE WE ALSO OFFER A VARIETY OF BEAUTY TREATMENTS.
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The boutique opened its doors on 2 September and is situated at 152 Kenneth Kaunda Road (Northway), Durban North. Contact Tharin on tharinsboutique@ gmail.com or 076 401 6868. WIN WIN WIN Mum’s Mail has a free dress hire for one week from Tharin’s Boutique (valued at R2 500) to give away (Valid until 31 May 2017). Visit www.mumsmail. com to enter. www.mumsmail.com
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Kids’ Life
The Coolest Fun in Town at Durban Ice Arena The international-size new Durban Ice Rink recently celebrated one year since its re-launch. The facility is a world class establishment and makes Durban proud. In December the ice rink will host its first Ice Skating Festival. The Ice Skating Festival will take place during the school break from 11 to 24 December 2016. The programme includes a Sunday lunch buffet special, Monday Disney movies, live music videos, foam party on ice, Durban DJs like Deon Govender and Pierre Venter, face painters, Christmas carols and much more! Visit www.durbanicearena.co.za for the full programme.
Bring them for an amazing, fun-filled adventure!
4 days for R980 (all meals included)
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The ice rink offers fun-filled birthday party packages for kids, teens and adults which are guaranteed to make your party at the ice rink the talk of the town. Boasting more than just an icy reprieve from the Durban heat, they offer an ideal space for all ages to enjoy a day out.
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Session times and prices are available at www.durbanicearena.co.za. Call 031 -332 4597 or e-mail info@durbanicearena.co.za. www.mumsmail.com
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Kids’ Life
Poppit: Create with Clay For girls and boys who enjoy making things, this festive season there is an array of products to choose from. One of them is a product called Poppit – the fun, easy way to create with clay! Clay is a wonderful way for children to shape their play and environment according to their own ideas and imagination. It encourages experimenting with colour, size and shape. It helps in enhancing finemotor skills and is an excellent sensory development activity. It is the type of play that can be done individually or in a group.
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As much as group play is necessary for the development of social skills, knowing how to play by yourself is also an important life skill; and having the ability to be content playing alone is a brilliant capability.
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Clay is also extremely therapeutic. The simple act of moulding clay in your hands can be very calming and soothing. Remember those stress balls for adults? Well, clay works in a similar way for kids. With Poppit sets, kids can create mini cakes, cool accessories, cute puppies and all sorts of small stuff. The mini world of Poppit allows children to create and decorate however they wish. Their imaginations can run wild! Each set includes four different coloured clays and 12 different Poppit moulds, a Poppit popper, Poppit tool, dropper, texture stamp as well as lots of pieces to use as decoration. The set also includes sprinkles, beads and gems. Available at good toy stores and retailers at a recommended retail price of R299.99. WIN WIN WIN Mum’s Mail has five Poppit Starter Packs (valued at R299 each) to give away. Visit www.mumsmail.com to enter. www.mumsmail.com
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Connect with BabyGym & raise a healthy happy baby who feeds easily & sleeps soundly. We guide you from milestone to milestone. With BabyGym parenting is fun!
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Floating water lilos that won’t pop!
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A perfect Christmas or Birthday Gift idea Order this awesome pool beanie as well as cleaning & safety products online at www.costcutters.co.za julie@costcutters.co.za 084 672 7257
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Kids’ Life
Travelling Made Easy Trunki is your kids ultimate travel accessory for families on the go. The Trunki range offers essential ‘travelling tot’ accessories, no matter the destination. Trunki – the award winning, innovative, ride-on, pull along suitcase for kids. This 3-in-1 suitcase is designed to be used as hand luggage for children three years and older to take the fuss out of travelling. Not only is it super cute, it also teaches kids to take responsibility for their own belongings by allowing them to pack and strap in their favourite toys AND offers a convenient ‘rideon’ or ‘pull along’ feature to ease the backs and shoulders of parents. Whether it’s a weekend away or an around the world trip, Trunki makes for the ideal travel companion and comes in a variety of fun and colourful characters including the original Terrance Blue and Trixie Pink, or Tipu the Tiger and Harley the Ladybug as well as the new to South Africa Zimba the Zebra from as little as R899.
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BoostApak – BoostApak offers two great products in one, giving you an easily portable travel car booster seat for your kid that doubles up as a funky yet functional backpack (from R999).
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For more information visit www.trunki-sa.co.za. WIN WIN WIN Mum’s Mail has one BoostApak and one Trunki suitcase to give away. Visit www.mumsmail.com to enter.
Moms and Babes
Moms and Babes The Moms and Tots Group has been offering workshops, toddler-parent workshops and playgroups since 1993. For babies aged between two and 12 months, the Moms and Babes Workshop is a play activity programme developed by an occupational therapist and physiotherapist to enhance development and strengthen the bond between mother and baby. The programme includes: • Guided play and exploration. • Outdoor play, gross motor activities and obstacle courses. • Learning easy exercises to do with your baby, to encourage the development of gross and fine motor skills. • Activities that improve eye movement, eye focus and eye-hand co-ordination. • Encouraging your baby to discover the fun and joy of movement through music, rhymes and songs. • Encouraging your baby to explore textures through messy play and “feeling” experiences which educate the sense of touch, helping small hands become more
nimble. • Stimulating your baby’s senses. • Intimately bonding with your baby through baby massage. • Valuable socialising with other moms and their babies. • Making simple and effective toys for tiny babies. • On hand information articles by occupational and physiotherapists regarding your baby’s needs and development. • Asking questions and receiving advice or assistance regarding raising a balanced and nurtured baby. Their workshops are specifically designed to encourage: • Gross and fine motor skill development • Sensory development and integration • Development of play • Emotional and social development • Language and cognitive development
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Kids’ Life
Train Ride Experience for the Whole Family Enjoy a memorable train ride experience for the whole family this holiday season, from Durban Station to Scottburgh station – from 26 to 31 December. There will be full festive entertainment for the family, including festive characters and loads more! Msizi James from East Coast Radio will be crossing live from The Holiday Express on 26 December. There will be kids’ fantasy games and activities along the way. Take a picnic to enjoy on the beach in Scottburgh, or enjoy one of the local restaurants. Tickets cost R250 per adult, R200 per child or R800 for a family deal – two adults and two children under 12. There is also a newly added route on 18 December only – from Durban to Shongweni Farmers Market. The train leaves Durban at 9.30am and returns at 3.30pm. On arrival at the Shongweni Station, bus transport will be provided for guests to the market - it is a short 3km trip. The bus will leave the Shongweni Market at 2pm to head back to the station for the 2.30pm departure.
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The train will travel through two tunnels and experience the two waterfalls, where it will stop for photo opportunities. There will be no refreshments or snacks provided on the train, but guests are encouraged to take their own. Tickets for this train cost R200 per person and kids under three years travel free when sitting with parents. To book contact Angela on 082 730 4917, e-mail bookings@theholidayexpress.co.za or visit www.theholidayexpress.co.za.
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Preserve Your Memories Life’s Art specialises in baby hand and foot castings, as well as printing of photos onto canvas or scatter cushions and framing of photos.
or gold finish and framed in a frame of your choice from their range. Add a photo of your little one to the finished product for an extra special touch! Gift vouchers are available.
Castings are unique 3D replicas of your baby’s hands and feet, capturing the size and finest details to treasure forever. It’s the perfect way of remembering those early beginnings, how cute and small your baby’s little hands and feet were. It’s the ideal way to look back in years to come and remember how precious and tiny your little one was now that they are all grown up. These baby hand and feet castings make lovely and unique keepsakes for new parents, grandparents and godparents as well as great stork party and christening gifts. The casting process is quick and painless. A non-toxic flexible moulding material is used, making it 100% safe for your baby’s delicate skin. The unique replicas are painted in either a bronze, silver
Contact Shirrene on 072 378 8752 or Sharon on 074 529 4823, or e-mail lifesart1@gmail.com. WIN WIN WIN Mum’s Mail has one 3D casting for a baby under one year (valued at R1 500) to give away (includes one hand, one foot and a photo – framed). Visit www.mumsmail.com to enter. Stall 188, Stables Flea Market, Jacko Jackson Drive, Durban Tel: 082 478 4601 www.kiddsrus.co.za
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Educated Life
Mum’s Mail Education Feature Welcome to the Mum’s Mail Education Special Feature that will run over the beginning of each year from January to March. This is a very important time of the year for anything connected with children’s education and we pack our feature with good advice and practical suggestions for parents.
and we have an interesting view from a mom who home schools her six children.
The school lunch box is, not surprisingly a big deal for children and parents alike. For parents the contents should be healthy, nutritious and perhaps, most importantly – actually consumed. For kids it just needs to be YUMMY! We have a few suggestions Whilst we enjoy quality family time over that are both healthy and yummy! the December holidays, of course “Back to School” is rapidly approaching for our Back to School for some children is a children in the New Year. So our thoughts daunting time! New schools, new teachers turn to the new school year and that can be and new year groups are all cause for worry both exciting and daunting for parents and for our children. We explore the issues and children alike. have some suggestions to help children and parents through this tricky stage. Throughout this feature we take a look at a variety of subjects including: One thing is for sure; education is expensive and will not get any less so in Choosing a new school is a difficult and future. Many people make the mistake of important decision and normally starts at not considering the cost until it is too late. least a full year before, so with an eye on Planning can make the financial burden 2018 we provide some pointers to help you more manageable, we have an article that make your choice. We have also encouraged will help guide you in the right direction. schools to advertise in the Education Special Feature, so you can quickly create a “short As important as academic education is, we list” to contact. also have to make decisions on exposing our children to the arts, sports and other For many parents, when to send their little extra mural activities. Music is proven to ones to school for the first time a difficult compliment academic development and decision. Schools accept children from a is a wonderful field in its own right. Sadly very young age but is that the right thing many don’t get the chance to even try. to do? Every child is different. We have We have an article that highlights a great an interesting article on accessing the opportunity for kids to give it a go for free readiness of your child for this big step and in Durban! another interesting piece on the benefits of playing with your children, helping them We hope you find the articles in this special develop the skills required for school. feature interesting and informative and we would love to hear from you with feedback Home schooling is a growing and much and suggestions for future editions. Please discussed option for children’s education email comments to editor@mumsmail.com.
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Life at Junglecubs • Warm, happy environment • Registered with the Dept of Education • Excellent, structured educational programme • Help with potty training • Perfect balance of learning, play & stimulation • Nutritious, preservative free meals (breakfast, lunch & snacks all day) • Occupational Therapist & Speech Therapist on board
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Educated Life
When Is The Right Time To Send Your Child To School? Most preschools accept children between the ages of two-and-a-half and three years old, but that doesn’t mean the child is magically ready for preschool at that age.
children on ways to keep their clothes and toys organised in their room. Develop social skills: A socially ready child should be the priority, not academic (intellectual) readiness. Consider these questions: Can your child be away from you? Are they talking about going to school? Encourage emotional readiness: Learning to manage and express emotions in a healthy manner is not only important for preschool, but is also an essential life skill. A preschool child has difficulty verbalising, understanding and putting labels on feelings and can feel out of control. Cultivate communication skills: Listening and talking are very valuable for school success. Focus on the basics: Before your child starts preschool, teach them their full name, their parents’ names, their age and even possibly a telephone number or address.
Here are some of the important factors to consider: Is your child fairly independent? Most preschools want your child to be potty trained, able to wash their hands after painting or going to the toilet, able to eat their lunch without assistance and sleep on their own. As parents we need to equip our children with basic self-care skills. Have they spent time away from you? Children who haven’t had many opportunities to be away from parents could have separation anxiety. Beverly Bouton, preschool teacher and Clamber Club Expert, suggests organising one or two days with a familiar family member. The trick is to help your child adjust in small, Mum's Mag - Half Landscape 121x91-FINAL.pdf 1 2016-09-12 02:25:03 AM short doses. Visit www.clamberclub.com Instil organisation skills: Work with your for more information.
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Back to School with Healthy Snacks In January, most food gardens will have a Zucchini dippers variety of vegetables to harvest. • 4 zucchinis, sliced into batons of about 10cm long Let’s be more creative in teaching our kids • 2 beaten eggs that eating home-grown stuff is totally cool! • 2 tablespoons of flour Here are some ideas: • 2 tablespoons of milk • 4 tablespoons of dried breadcrumbs Butternut salad • Salt, pepper, and mixed dried or fresh Grate some raw butternut, carrots, and herbs. pineapple. Mix together and add the pulp of sweet, freshly picked granadillas (passion Season the flour with a pinch of salt, pepper fruit) and spoon into a tub with a tight- and herbs. Dip each zucchini baton into fitting lid. You can add some yoghurt too, the egg, then into the flour mix, then into but it is delicious on its own. the milk, and lastly into the breadcrumbs, covering both sides. Set aside on a plate. Roasted pumpkin seeds Pour some olive or vegetable oil into a Wash the firm seeds of any pumpkin in a frying pan and heat until hot. Gently fry colander, pat dry, mix with olive oil, season the zucchini batons in batches to a golden with salt or a spice of choice (a little brown brown colour on all sides and drain on sugar and cinnamon is tops for kids), spread paper towels. They can be cooled down to out on a baking tray and roast at 180°C until pack into lunch boxes. Add a small tub of crisp and toasty. The seeds can be sprinkled mayonnaise or tomato sauce to use as a dip. over anything, but are also just great to snack on as they are. Source: www.lifeisagarden.co.za.
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How to choose a Pre-Primary School Choosing a school for your little one should not be a last minute, hasty decision. Start looking at least three months before you need to enter your child, if you are looking to place a baby. If you want your child to join a good school when they turn three, you should start looking at birth. This may seem ludicrous but the top pre-primary schools have waiting lists several years long!
entrance procedure? When you look around, watch the children. Under-fives should be playing freely and busily with clean, unbroken toys that are well displayed to enable choice, or engaged in activities that are stimulating creativity or enhancing number or literacy skills.
The outdoor area should have grass, sand, water, shade and wheeled toys, as well as The first decision is whether to place your safe climbing and swinging equipment, child in a school near home or near your appropriate for the different age groups. place of work. Small children suffer from many little illnesses and most schools want Last but not least, the atmosphere of the a sick child to go home as soon as possible. school should be welcoming and child Choose a school that is close enough for friendly. With proper research your child someone to fetch them promptly if they fall should be happy and well stimulated in the ill. chosen environment. Take the time to visit the school unannounced. Check the security first – it should not be possible for you just to drive in. Are there cameras at the door and an
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Trinityhouse Palm Lakes
PALM LAKES Trinityhouse provides an excellent education in a supportive environment with a Christian ethos. Central to our success is hands-on involvement and management by the leadership team. A safe and structured environment is created through outstanding teaching and a strong emphasis on values.
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Tel: 032 947 2030 Palm Lakes Family Estate, Tinley Manor, KZN Boarding available from Grade 8 palmlakes@trinityhouse.co.za www.trinityhouse.co.za
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Let’s Get Crafty The holiday season is once again upon us. Here are some fail-proof tricks sure to keep the kids, you and your wallet happy. Sticky Sights You will need: craft glue, food colouring, baking paper, cookie cutters or stencils and glitter. Add a few drops of colouring and glitter to the glue. Mix well. Place the cookie cutters on the baking paper. Now add enough glue inside the cookie cutter to create a thin layer. Leave to dry. Once dry you can peel it of the paper. A small hole can be added and string threaded through to create hanging ornaments. A dab of glue to the back and they can be used as present decorations or window art. It’s A Wrap You will need: plain sheets of paper, paint, stamps, glitter and glue. Let the kids create their very own gift wrap for that someone special – give them all the tools and let the artist in them fly free.
Carebears
on Essenwood
Est. 2001
Enrolments for 2017 now open • Ages 3 months to 4yrs • A home away from home • Safe & secure environment • Structured learning facility • All meals and beverages provided • Babysitting Services Ring Time includes: • Craft lessons • Baker baker • Singing • Dancing • Story-telling • Numerical • ABCs • Shapes Optional extras: Pottery
Tel: 031 – 201 0062 • Cell: 082 895 1197 A HOME AWAY FROM HOME Educating towards Excellence
• Long established, community based childcare centre & pre-school • Excellent reputation • 3 months to Grade R • Excellent teachers passionate about children & learning • Creative educational programme • Help with potty training • Nutritious meals • Attractive, hygienic & homely environment & facilities • Hours: 07:00am – 17:15pm • Extramurals: Monkeynastix, ballet, modern dance, speech & drama and Busyballers.
OPEN ALL YEAR ROUND! Limited space available 31 Dove Crescent, Yellowwood Park 031 - 462 4198 • 072 632 0112
Salty Stars You will need: glue, salt crystals, paper, make-up swabs and food colouring. Let the kids create designs on the paper using the glue. Then cover the paper with the salt crystals. Gently shake off excess salt. Once dry you can dab food colouring on to the crystals using the swabs. They can also be used as cards or gift wrap. There are tons of ways to keep kids at home well entertained – all you need is to keep your mind and cupboards open and let the magic flow. Please feel free to send me your thoughts, questions and requests for specific articles on info@masterquest.co.za. Let the journey begin! Written by Melisha Schultz for Mum’s Mail. 65
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Language Options for your Children Learning a new language exposes one to so many interesting things. Even if you have only just started to study, it is always exciting to try out what you have learned by greeting and engaging in simple basic conversation which is always so appreciated by the other person, because you have made the effort to speak his language. The other exciting aspect of being exposed to a new language is learning the culture of the people who speak it, and this is a wonderful feature in expanding our minds to learning to accept cultures other than our own.
ART, SCIENCE, LOVE in therapeutic teaching • Remedial Learning Programmes • Autism Programmes • Early Intervention Programme 2 - 6 Years • Grade R - Grade 7: CAPS • 2 - 16 Years • After Care Facilities Onsite Therapy & Assessment Centre for our Learners & Open to the Public: • Dr • Psychologist • Speech Therapist • Occupational Therapist • Behavioural Therapy • Edublox Learning Clinic • Onsite Private Sports Coach • Equine Therapy & Horse Riding • Swimming Lessons in Heated Pool
In South Africa, we have the unique situation of being surrounded by so many languages and our children get to choose a second language for their high school studies. Let us not be short sighted in thinking that because English is the universal language, that it is all we need. Our country is opening up trade with many African countries, many of which are French speaking, not forgetting Portuguese speaking, with Mozambique right on our border. At Alliance Française de Durban, they offer French, Portuguese and IsiZulu tuition. The main focus is on French tuition which they offer to children from age five, high school pupils and adults. They teach the four disciplines - being oral and written comprehension and oral and written expression. Their school programme is available to pupils who want to take French as a Matric subject, but are attending schools which do not offer French as a subject. Studying French opens doors for our young people who wish to travel and/or study abroad where wonderful opportunities await them! Contact 031 – 312 9582; afdbn@global.co.za or visit www.alliance.org.za. www.mumsmail.com
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UMHLANGA, TONGAAT, BALLITO
032 586 0200 • 082 565 2362 info@imbalitohopecollege.co.za
Educated Life A small school for small people. Age 2 - 5 year olds Member of ISASA 210 Montpelier Road, Durban Tel: 031 312 6670 | montyp@mweb.co.za
Learning Today, Leading Tomorrow Family orientated. Small groups. Individual attention. Specialised art, drama and music lessons. Integrated CAPS curriculum. Award winning Eco School.
32 Oxford Drive, Durban North 031 564 4609 info@oceanviewmontessorischool.co.za
www.oceanviewmontessorischool.co.za Toddler Group 18 months – 3 years • Pre-Primary 3 – 6 years • Junior Primary 6 – 9 years
Educational Psychologist
Sabashnie Govender BA Hons HDE MA Ed Psy (UCD, Rep. of Ireland)
Assessment Diagnosis Intervention Support ADOS, ADIR, Griffiths,Wechsler Khanyisa Therapy Centre. Mendoza Drive, Umhlanga 031 561 1863 / 072 467 8162
govendersabashnie@gmail.com
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“Life’s Journey begins here”
ENROL NOW! 18 Months – Grade R · Qualified Teachers · After Care/Homework Club · Holiday Club – All Ages
Tel: 031 564 3656 Tammi 079 502 3793
3 Old Mill Way, Durban North
e-mail: tammis2404@gmail.com OLD MILL PRE-PRIMARY EnrolmEnts forR 2017 opEn * Ages 18 months to Grade * Glorious shady garden
• 18 months to Grade R • Qualified teachers • Glorious shady garden • Holiday club 31 Old Mill Way, Durban North • Aftercare 031 - 564 7178 & holidays 072 117 4478 • Aftercare & homework • School readiness programme • Extra Murals - swimming lessons & soccer * School readiness programme * Qualified teachers * Aftercare and holidays * Swimming lessons
We offer a supportive remedial programme for children in Grade 00 & Grade R on the Autism Spectrum, children who have special requirements due to their sensory needs, children who need additional attention due to medical conditions & for children who find mainstream schooling demands too challenging. Veronique: 082 615 9720 • info@starlings-school.co.za • www.starlings-school.co.za
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31 Old Mill Way, Dbn North 031 564 7178 • 072 117 4478 carolwatermeyer@gmail.com
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Put Down the Technology and Connect
PRE-SCHOOL AND BABY CARE
There is an emotional disconnection right now between many young people and their parents, teachers and adults in general. The word “generational gap” is now being liberally thrown around as the excuse for the disconnection, but the scary part, is that it is far simpler than that.
We wish all our bee families a happy & safe Christmas
• 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
As human beings, regardless off our age, we have all lost the art of connecting, communicating, listening and opening up to each other. Touch is now becoming a foreign concept that entices fear of rejection or a longing so deep that many fall into a depressive state with unfulfilled needs. So how do we bridge the gap? By stopping long enough to just listen. We think we hear each other, but we are not listening. Active listening is a skill. The value of compassionate leadership encourages empathetic connection by understanding the human being in front of you. Embarking on a journey of continuous growth and selfdiscovery means that you are constantly looking at how you can better yourself before you profess to want to impact the lives of people around you that you hold dear. It demands that you EVOLVE!
37 Romsey Grove, Durban North
HAMPTONS PRIMARY SCHOOL
Educating towards Excellence A Hamptons child is a happy child. We work hard, we eat healthy, we exercise and most of all we always give our best! We remember these words: “I can!”
Limited space available. We are offering grades 1,2,3, 4 & 5. Coming in 2017 grade 6.
Create, inspire, influence, grow and expand together. Now is the time to put the technology down long enough to truly SEE the human being who craves emotional fulfilment through actual contact, touch, conversation, thoughtfulness, respect and understanding. It is fascinating to watch the impact and change from the very same people who rebel against the hurt and rejection of not being heard in the way they need to be. Here’s to changing millions of lives, one home at a time. Until the next time, take care and have fun! By Arthie Moore, www.kileadershipinstitute.com. www.mumsmail.com
We Offer: • A curriculum that caters for the holistic development of all its pupils • A safe, secure and tranquil environment • SMALL CLASSES • Air conditioned classrooms • Specialised sports • A warm and “homely” aftercare service • Private school
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031 - 563 2816 • 031 - 563 7597 • hamptons@iafrica.com www.hamptonsprimaryschool.co.za
Creating the Future • 3 months to 6 years • Leave your baby in a warm, loving & stimulating nursery with individualised attention • CCTV • Nutritious meals • Air conditioned classrooms • Structured educational programme - CAPS integrated • Safe, well equipped play area • Open throughout the holidays • Opening hours 7am to 5:30pm
ENROLMENTS OPEN FOR 2017 Contact (031) 564 2712 E-mail: info@playlearn.co.za
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ReadeRs aRe aCHIeveRs
We boast of an 8% to as much as a 40% increase in your child’s average performance in school. Invest in your child’s future & enrol them at our Reading Centre in HILLCResT.
assessMenTs and enROLMenTs aRe nOw Open Our results are our guarantee! Contact Ingrid on 082 338 3460 32 Old Main Road, Hillcrest www.tinacowleyhillcrest.co.za
• Ballito 032 - 946 2293 • Bluff 031 - 467 1176 • Durban North 031 - 564 7610 • Glenwood 031 - 201 9141 • Kloof 031 - 764 0459 • Pinetown 031 - 702 6833 • Umhlanga 031 - 566 1110 • Verulam 032 - 541 0010 • Westville 031 - 267 2734
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The Talk Sign Campaign The Talk Sign Campaign was launched by the KZN Blind and Deaf Society in 2014 to achieve the following objectives: • To encourage South Africans to learn Sign Language. • To raise money through the sale of Talk Sign stickers. The funds raised are used to educate and find employment for people who are deaf or hard of hearing. • To inspire as many people as possible to wear the stickers on Talk Sign Day (Friday, 10 March), and pay tribute to those living with this disability. • To put pressure on government to make it the 12th official language and for it be taught as a syllabus subject at schools and tertiary institutions.
• Inclusive Education Preschool • Accommodates learning barriers & developmental delays such as ADD, ADHD, speech delays & motor skills • Small classes • Qualified teachers • Meals (4 week Menu) • Holiday programme • Aftercare service School hours 7am - 5pm | Gr 0000 - Grade 1 in 2017
031 220 2055 / 031 837 2722
President of the KZN Blind and Deaf Society, Justice Zak Yacoob, emphasises that it is a human right of every person who is deaf to be able to communicate – to understand others and to be understood. Talk Sign 2017 kicked off on 21 October. Schools and corporates are encouraged to buy Talk Sign stickers for R10 each and wear them on Talk Sign Day. “We are also encouraging people to do an activity on Talk Sign Day to show support for people who are deaf,” says Shamila Surjoo, director of the KZN Blind and Deaf Society. “Our staff, deaf clients and sign language interpreters are available to do a twenty minute, interactive presentation at schools and businesses in the lead up to the day,” continued Shamila. To place an order for stickers to sell at school or work or to set up a presentation, please contact Alice Leah on 082 577 2110, e-mail alice@thealist.co.za or visit www.talksign.co.za for more information. www.mumsmail.com
NURSERY, PRE SCHOOL & AFTERCARE
JUNGLE CUBS BABY NURSERY AND TODDLERS • Separate playground • Preservative- free nutritious meals provided (breakfast, lunch & snacks all day) • Dinners packed on request • Potty training • Perfect balance of learning, play and stimulation • Caring, loving staff • CCTV • Environmentally friendly (green/natural cleaning agents only)
• First aid trained staff • “Home away from home” 145 UMHLANGA ROCKS DRIVE, DURBAN NORTH 031 - 563 7597 • 079 383 6705 info.junglec@iafrica.com www.junglecubs.co.za
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Crawford North Coast
Playgroup Crawford Pre-Primary North Coast
Crawford Pre-Primary North Coast Playgroup offers children the opportunity of learning through play activities in a caring, happy and safe environment. Our play area is specifically designed to meet the needs of your child and we pride ourselves on our dedicated, qualified staff and support assistants. - The Playgroup is for children from the age of 2 years - We have a maximum of 12 children in each group - School fees include breakfast, morning snack and lunch - School hours are from 07:30 - 12:30 - Aftercare facility available from 12:30 - 16:30 CrawfordSchoolsTM North Coast (Age 2 - Grade 12) boarding available from Grade 8 - Grade 12 Watson Highway, Westbrook, 2240 Tel: 032 943 3684 0860 724665 I www.crawfordschools.co.za
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Home Schooling
Little Lyons Preschool
As schools become fuller, classes bigger and the stress grows to keep our children marching to this crazy, hectic life called childhood, we are seeing more children than ever before being medicated and treated for numerous conditions. With this trend we are seeing more and more families beginning to home school their children. This is when parents choose to educate their own children at home. Many parents find this a daunting thought and yet you were the one to teach your child to eat, talk and use the potty. There is no-one who knows and cares for your child like you do. There are so many philosophies, ranging from school-at-home to unschooling, as well as many curriculums available – so there is one to suit every family’s needs. Legally you are not required to join the education department, but it is advisable to join the Home School Legal Defence. There are also many ways to obtain a matric from home which includes South African Matric, Cambridge or doing a GED online and then write your SAT at the age of 16. This gives your child more time to develop their passions and interests, which in turn results in them knowing which direction to go in as adults.
We take pride in nurturing our cubs A loving and caring home away from home for children aged 1 year to 6 years. -
7:15am - 1pm or 7:15am - 5pm
082 560 1396
debbie.lyon@live.com www.littlelyonspreschool.co.za 36 Ambleside Ave, La Lucia
By Joanne Madgwick, seasoned home school mom of seven, parenting and educational consultant, Joanne. Madgwick@gmail.com.
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2017 Enrolments Now Open
MONTESSORI PRE-SCHOOL
“Creative Learning” • School Readiness Program • Ages 21/2 to 6 years • Accelerated Learning • Aftercare • Holiday care
As the number of home schools has sky-rocketed so have the opportunities opened for home schoolers to socialise and participate in exciting sport, cultural, science and entrepreneurial events. Home schooling is not just about school, but a way of life. A way that not only assists a child with their education but it slows life down and brings families back together.
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Professional, qualified Foundation Phase teachers Small classes for more individual attention A structured and balanced curriculum Creative holiday care programme
95 LIVINGSTONE ROAD - MORNINGSIDE (031) 312 9240 OR (084) 786 1602
Educated Life Interested in Home Schooling and Distance Learning but don’t know where to start, then Alpha Education SA with their 8 years’ experience in the Home Schooling Community is the way to go. Alpha Education offers course material from Grade R to 12, in full alignment and meeting all the requirements of the Department of Education and UMALUSI. We are proudly affiliated with SACAI as our external moderation institute. For more information please contact: Kerry Deschamps Email: customercare@alphaedsa.co.za Tel: 087 9970257 | www.alphaedsa.co.za
South African Curriculum Providers Aligned to the current and CAPS National Curriculum
EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGIST • Career Guidance • Subject Choice • Study Skills • School Readiness • Behavioural or Emotional Difficulties
031 - 209 4567
grahamhalse@telkomsa.net
BROADACRES PREPRIMARY
031 – 563 4404 info@cornerstoneschool.co.za www.cornerstoneschool.co.za 4 Mathias Place, Durban North
EMIS Nr: 500497317
Cornerstone is a remedial facilitated school, with the sole intention of educating children who need a little extra attention.
Areas of interest: • Autism • ADD/ADHD • Learning difficulties • Children needing specialised attention • Remedial focus • Problematic behaviour Benefits: • Suited to your child’s specific needs • Professional educator who uses a variety of teaching methods • Social interaction with other kids • Study skills • Increased self esteem • Very small class
Lays the best foundation upon which to build further education. A hands on learning programme develops the whole child, providing stimulation through music, drama, art, ballet, ball skills, gymnastics, fantasy play, construction, puzzles & books and playground activities. Broadacres caters for children from: 3 months - 6 years, full or half day Limited Space Available!
Jenny Gaul 031 - 564 7848 or 031 - 564 0371
www.broadacrespreprimary.co.za
MONTESSORI UMHLANGA PRE - SCHOOL & AFTERCARE We are the official feeder school for Hamptons Primary School (Grades 1 - 4) • Our child centred environment offers the world Montessori philosophy aimed at developing the whole child • 2 - 6 years • Registered with SA Montessori Association • Registered with NAPTOSA • Extra Activities - Ballet, Speech & Drama, Playball, Computers, Catrobatkidz • In-house Speech Therapist 10% DISCOUNT ON SCHOOL FEES FOR NEW ENROLMENTS IN 2017: QUOTE ‘MUMS MAIL’
Tel: 031 - 572 5122 • Cell: 084 400 5229
admin@montessoriumhlanga.co.za • www.montessoriumhlanga.co.za
Montessori Teacher Training Durban North 2017 • Level 5 Higher Certificate in Early Childhood Development • Level 5 National Diploma in Early Childhood Development Apply now, for more information: www.montessorisa.co.za www.facebook.com/montessori.centre.sa durban@montessorisa.co.za
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Educational Psychologist
MEd. (ED PSYCH) | PR NO. 0406 945
• Learning Difficulties • School Readiness • Subject Choice • Career Guidance • Emotional & Behavioural Issues • Play Therapy • ADHD • Educational Assessments • Medico-legal Assessments Durban North 082 969 2357 | 031 - 564 3540 beartpsych@gmail.com
Tara-Lee Pretorius
Occupational Therapists
B.Occ Ther (UP); Dip Hand Ther (UP), NDT PR NO: 0248258
SPECIALISING IN PAEDIATRICS: • gross/fine motor difficulties • concentration difficulties • perceptual difficulties • sensory integration difficulties OTHER SERVICES: • hand therapy & physical rehab • functional capacity evaluations for insurance purposes
031 2614870
entabeniot@mweb.co.za Entabeni Hospital, Cooper Medical Centre
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Help Your Child to Flourish in a New School Environment
Go to the orientation day. Walk around the school and show your child where their classroom is, where the bathrooms are, where their lockers are and where you will fetch them at the end of the day. Introduce yourself to your class teacher. Be a part of your child’s education and get involved with the school. Be positive and patient. Some children take a bit longer to settle and sometimes it is harder on the mum than the child. Young children do not have a concept of time. Work through the day’s events with them before school so that they have a timeline to follow. Routine and structure provide a sense of security. Young children are less anxious when they feel secure. Ensure your child gets enough sleep and starts the day with a healthy breakfast. If they are still struggling after a few weeks, go and see their teacher and seek professional help for assistance if necessary. The above are short-term fixes. Executive functioning skills help children learn to plan, organise, learn emotional control, develop their memory, become more flexible etc. ‘Helicopter parenting’ and over parenting often take away the opportunity for children to develop these very important skills. By Nicola Buhr, Educational Psychologist, info@nicolabuhr.co.za. www.mumsmail.com
Educational Psychologist M Soc Sc (Educational Psychology) P r. N o . 0 8 6 0 0 3 0 5 8 1 0 0 3
* Psychotherapy & Play Therapy * Assessments: Psycho-educational, Career & Subject Choice, School Readiness, Exam Concessions, Learning Difficulties, ADHD, Dyslexia * Study Skills
info@nicolabuhr.co.za 082 854 6902 www.nicolabuhr.co.za 461 Innes Road, Morningside
Toddler classes 1 to 3 years Stimulates all the senses and promotes learning
Sam 084 418 4745
durbannorth@clamberclub.com www.clamberclub.com
Ages 8 months - Grade R • Affordable fees • Spacious, air-conditioned classrooms • Large outdoor play area • Healthy snacks & meals included • Open school holidays • Loving, qualified teachers • 5 extra mural activities
031 - 303 7978 39 Steel Rd, Windermere www.toylandpreschool.co.za
www.educationsupportwithoutlimits.com
Starting a new school or grade comes with a variety of emotions for children. Some are excited and settle quickly and others are more anxious. There are certain things that you can do to ensure that they settle down quickly and enjoy their year:
NICOLA BUHR
Prepare your child for their best 2017! Helen McCormack Laas Educational Consultant
Academic Coaching Learning support assessments Practical solutions Customised support
Contact us 079 461 6190
La Lucia
Babycare Baby Bunnies & Playschool • Ages 3 - 36 months • Homely, cosy, baby nursery • Bright, fun, stimulating classes for toddlers. • Loving, qualified childminders. Join our happy, loving, Baby Bunny family and see for yourself. Open early January • Limited space available for 2017 Karen 083 564 2318 • 031 - 572 3926
babybunniesdaycare@gmail.com
DO YOU WANT TO BE FAMOUS FOR FREE? 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 blog for free!
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Play with Your Children There is so much pressure on children these days and sadly also on the educators that teach them. In the first four years of life it is imperative that children are given the opportunity to explore and mess as much as possible. They are firstly developing physically, then emotionally, and only after the age of four is the window period for intellectual development. That does not mean that our children should not be taught information or that they do not develop intellectually. It just means that we should focus on the physical first. They need to physically touch and be involved with the things they are learning about. Do not just tell them about a plant – let them plant a seed, watch it grow, look at the roots and transplant it. When they rattle the seed packet and tell you it sounds like a shaker, then make a shaker!
Where YOUR child is happy, secure, extended & loved. Marinda & Taryn welcome you to visit soon! • Ages 1 – 3,5yrs • 2 - 4 mornings a week Contact Marinda 084 245 0462 marinda.erwee@gmail.com or Taryn 084 556 0574
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GLENMORE, BEREA
A KID’S HOME AWAY FROM HOME! 133 INNES ROAD, Enrolments for 2017 now open MORNINGSIDE • 3 months to Grade 1 • Extra mural activities • Qualified, professional teachers & assistants • Pro-active, goal orientated, caring environment • Healthy & delicious menu – breakfast, lunch & snacks provided • CCTV Camera • Aftercare now available
Hours: 7am – 5:30pm Mon - Fri Contact Cheryl on 078 854 7433 031 - 312 8855 | www.kiddiesjunction.co.za
Let their learning evolve by giving them opportunities to explore physically with things. Between the ages of 0 to four, it is about moving, building strong muscles and being stimulated by things in their environment, not about screen time or paper. Children need to play, mess, explore and move. Playpals strives to give children the opportunity to ‘learn’ through the senses. They believe that the family unit is the primary learning environment of the child and that ‘play school’ is just an extension of family. Parents, play with your children and if you are not sure how, then visit Playpals for a morning, or enrol in a course and they will guide you along your journey. Contact: Marinda Erwee, co-owner Playpals Edu-groups SA, 084 245 0462, marinda.erwee@gmail.com.
• 3 months - Grade 00 • Small classes allowing for individual attention • 7:00am - 5:15pm • Nutritious meals • Half & full day • Safe homely environment • Astroturf playground • Staff fully trained in childcare & first aid • Extra Murals: Ballet, soccer, Monkeynastix, swimming & music Umhlanga Rocks Branch (Cabana Beach Hotel) 031 561 2371 and 074 135 9511 Umhlanga Ridge Branch 031 584 7642 and 079 886 2836
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Financial Planning for New Parents A new baby is a blessing but the financial responsibilities of raising a baby can be overwhelming for many parents. Mellony Ramalho of African Bank says that to take away some of the financial stress a baby brings, it is important for families to ensure that they have planned their financial path before their little one arrives. Here are some practical tips. • Arm Yourself with a Medical Aid Plan. Not only will this ensure that your financial burdens are taken care of, it will also ensure that you and your little bundle of joy are in the best possible hands.
increased owing to your growing family size, make a new monthly budget that reflects those added expenses. • Plot a Future Financial Plan: Primary school, high school, university and everything in between comes at quite a hefty price. When your little one is born, ensure that you open an investment account or unit trust that is sure to grow over the next couple of years.
• Prioritise financial goals: Many new parents feel torn between competing goals, such as saving for college, retirement and a down payment on a house. Make a realistic • Buy in Bulk. Buying in bulk is far cheaper budget that reflects your new lifestyle and track your spending. than buying them in small amounts. • Save, Save, Save. Saving money will • Automate your savings and/or debt ensure that you have the extra pennies to payments: Once you’ve identified your financial goals, you are more likely to make treat your new family. steady progress toward your goals if you set • Make a budget and track spending. up automatic payments and/or deposits. If your housing and other costs have Source: www.africanbank.co.za
Small “Feet” to Big “Feats” open for 2017 registrations • From 3 months to Grade R • 300m2 astro turf playground • 2 hot meals + 2 snacks daily = healthy + nutritious • 19 CCTV cameras • Large back-up generator • Colourful, stimulating environment with fantasy areas • Open during school holidays (except 3 weeks over the festive season) • One of the best pre-schools in Durban
“Come & Experience the Magic of Little Noddy” Lisa Pearson 083 445 0504 45 Sixth Avenue, Berea | Tel: 031 309 2064 admin@littlenoddy.co.za | www.littlenoddy.co.za
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Durban Girls College
Never Stop Exploring Give your daughter the gift of a unique educational journey that will inspire her for life.
Durban Girls’ College is a Christian School that inspires girls to realise their potential through a unique educational journey built on tradition, innovation, diversity and excellence aimed at enriching our world. The Junior Primary at Durban Girls’ College focusses on providing an age- appropriate and enriching environment for girls from age four upwards. Our curriculum is rich, relevant and real, affording our girls many opportunities.
For a tour of our School or details on our Open Days, please contact Dawn Cameron, our marketing manager on 031 268 7254 or marketing@dgc.co.za
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Find the Music in You Joshua Moodliar is passionate about encouraging the Durban community to explore the music industry. “I truly believe that South Africa is yet to show the world the musical value that we can share. There are people out here that, if encouraged enough, can amount to real greatness in this industry.” “I want to personally go on a mission to expose music in our community. Being involved with music for more than 17 years and then teaching it for seven years, I have noticed that music is not only talent. It is a science that can be taught to anyone,” explains Joshua. “Music is a science, but it is also an art. There are rules that govern music, which anybody can learn. But then there is the art - the breaking of rules. This is where talent will most probably play a part.
has such a direct impact on people’s IQ levels. I want to encourage more people to try out music, and see for themselves that in one small course they can ignite a musical career that probably would have never arisen if they believed a disempowering story,” concludes Joshua. Joshua will be offering free music lessons to the community. The course will run for six weeks in Umhlanga, Ottawa and Phoenix. Lessons will be between 9am and 6:30pm on weekdays. Joshua will only take a limited number of applicants and will teach each lesson personally for 30 minutes. To apply call Joshua on 061 366 9469, or e-mail joshua.moodliar@icloud.com with a reason why you want to learn an instrument.
Music uses both the left brain and right brain in harmony to solve problems and create beautiful music – this is why music
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Hold a Scavenger Hunt If you prefer hosting birthday parties at home for your kids, then you are sure to be looking for ideas for games to play. This one is an old favourite and is a great way to get the kids playing outside and learning about nature. They can play it any time they have friends over – not just at a party!
Ask a grown-up to write you a list of things to find in the garden, such as: feather, clover leaf, round pebble, rose petal, moss, strawberry, etc. Then go out armed with a basket or container and try to collect as many as you can.
You could give prizes for the person who collects the largest number of items, or TIP: To make it more challenging, the items make it a race to see who can collect all can be quite specific. the items on the list first. The options are limitless! You can find all sorts of interesting things in the garden – balls, toy cars, lollipop sticks, and juice cartons… hang on a minute. Have you forgotten to tidy up again? Even if you haven’t been discarding your toys in all directions, there are still loads of things to find outside if you look hard enough, which makes it the perfect place Source: 101 Things for Kids to Do Outside for a scavenger hunt. by Dawn Isaac.
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Posh Christmas Picnic The festive season brings about a condensed series of celebrations and shared occasions. With our South African climate being more suited to an outdoor summer picnic than huddling in front of the warm fireplace during the Christmas season, Posh Events shows you how to prepare the ultimate posh Christmas picnic:
and even Christmas baubles from the trees surrounding the picnic area, to create that extra special Christmas atmosphere. • Pack a large basket with your favourite Christmas eats and treats, a delicious bottle of bubbly and call your friends and family over for a unique and posh Christmas picnic.
Have a Posh festive season and blessed • Create a low picnic table by using a Christmas! white shipping pallet or two. Have your nearest glass supplier cut a piece of safety glass to size to use as your table top. Large white cushions and blankets will make for comfortable seating around the pallet table. • To decorate the pallet table, place a white embroidered runner across the centre of the glass top. A few small posies of white roses or lilies, and small candle votives with tea-light or floating candles as your centrepieces, will add a posh look to your picnic. Source: Posh Events, • Place glass jars with candles all around natasha@poshevents.co.za, the picnic area. Hang lanterns, fairy lights 076 985 0438, www.poshevents.co.za.
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Tornado in a Bottle
What does a tornado look like? A tornado right? There is something in the bottom is a rotating column of air extending from a bottle – air. Air pressure is keeping the water thunderstorm to the ground. We will create from coming down. Now, swirl your bottles. a mini tornado from water – in a jar! The outcome: You created a mini tornado Supplies needed: inside the bottle! • Washer that is the same size as your Why it worked: Swirling the joinedbottle’s mouth together bottles created a vortex (a swirling • Two matching tall water bottles column of liquid) as the air pressure inside • Water the bottom bottle was displaced, or moved, • Glitter into the upper bottle. • Food colouring Variation: Try this experiment with only one • Duct tape bottle. Fill your bottle with water, glitter, even small objects like a paper clip or pomThe experiment pom. Put the cap on tightly and swirl. Watch Find a washer that is roughly the same size the tornado form. around as the mouth of your bottle. Fill one Did you know? Tornados form on every bottle with water, food colouring and glitter, continent except Antarctica. and place it over the full bottle. Match up the mouths of the bottle and duct tape Source: The 101 Coolest Simple Science them together to create a seal. Turn your Experiments by Rachel Miller, Holly taped-together bottles over. What do you Homer and Jamie Harrington. think will happen? Did you expect the water to pour into the bottom bottle? It didn’t,
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Adrian the Magician For children’s parties and family events, you want entertainment that’s visual, easy to understand, and (of course) extremely funny. You want someone who has spent years working on and perfecting their programmes, someone who has performed thousands of times in front of live audiences. You don’t want a part-time entertainer clowning about; you want someone who’s good enough to work as a full-time Kids’ Show Professional! How to have a party your child will never forget: Hire Adrian Smith! For over 25 years Adrian has dedicated his time and talents to making life easier for mums and dads. How does he do this? By blending comedy, magic, puppets, music, and balloon animals into a totally unique, one-of-a-kind, party fun extravaganza that your child, your family, and your entire neighbourhood will never forget. All Adrian’s party package solutions provide a guaranteed, laughter-packed, 40 to 60 minutes of magic, comedy, puppets, and fun! There’s no experimental material in Adrian’s show – it’s all tried and tested A+ material. And the star of the show? Your child! Throughout the show, magic will continually happen in their hands, making him/her feel very special. Plus there’s plenty of hilarious audience participation. Every child gets to help out in some way. Adrian currently holds the title “South African Magic Family/Children’s Entertainer Champion” and is available for: birthday parties, school fundraisers, day care centres, holiday resorts and corporate functions and weddings and Christmas shows. He has also been a regular special guest star performer on board the Sinfonia Cruise Ship over the past four seasons.
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Watch It Fall
This is a simple game created from kitchen utensils and recyclables that will have kids holding their breath as they test their ability to stop what is certain to happen.
cleaner of his/her choice. If the removal causes the pom-poms to fall, then those fallen pom-poms are placed in front of that player. At the end of the game, the person who has the smallest pile of fallen pomMaterials: poms wins. • Pom-poms or packing peanuts For younger kids: Tots will enjoy playing • Large spaghetti strainer with them even without the rules of the • Pack of pipe cleaners or wooden skewers game. Play ‘threading’ and watch your child • Something to balance the strainer on – eg. gain fine motor skills as he threads the pipe books or blocks cleaners through the colander. How to play: Place a layer of pom-poms or packaging peanuts in the bottom of the strainer to approximately 10cm deep. Push pipe cleaners through one side of the strainer and out the other. Continue to add pipe cleaners at random angles until the strainer can be turned over without the pom-poms falling out. Turn the strainer upside down and place on several books or blocks so that the underside of the strainer can be seen. Each player takes a turn pulling out the pipe
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Activities for the Family
Foam & Inflatable Fun
Many parents will be wondering how to keep the kids entertained these holidays. Here are some affordable options that will also let your kids explore the beautiful city we live in. Mini Town Mini Town is a mini replica of Durban and is one of Durban’s iconic beachfront attractions. Entrance is R20 for kids and R25 for adults and it is also an NPO that raises funds for the Quadriplegic Association of KZN. Children of all ages will love this outing – it even has a working harbour! People Mover Bus This is a personal favourite of mine and my son just LOVES doing this. Catch a People Mover bus from Suncoast to uShaka and back again. You get to have a mini tour of Durban and it’s very exciting for the kids if they don’t often get to ride a bus. We catch the bus at the bus stop near Suncoast on the promenade (opposite Suncoast Pirates Surf Lifesaving Club), have a bite to eat or a treat at uShaka and catch the bus back to our car. The ride only costs R5.50 each way and it’s a fun outing! Or you can buy a day pass for R16 and explore Durban! They do a beach line and a city loop.
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Ricksha Bus Tour This is one I’m dying to try and plan to do it when my sister and her family come out from the UK in December. It is a threehour guided bus tour of Durban’s best attractions, including the beachfront, uShaka Marine World, Emmanuel Cathedral, Victoria Street Market, Burman Bush, and Blue Lagoon. Adults cost R100 and children cost R50 - children under six ride free! By Sarah Mackintosh. Call or Whatsapp Hassim 083 685 5577 www.partyzonehire.co.za
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This game will make a fun party game, no matter what the age of your kids. It will get their blood pumping and is sure to keep them entertained for quite a while!
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You will not find this game easy. It involves a skill that has eluded children since time began. That’s right – you have to be quiet. Told you it was hard! You will need blindfolds, bells or keys and string or ribbon. Begin by blindfolding all the players except one. This person will need to have some bells attached to some string or ribbon tied around their ankles or wrists. For those of you who don’t have a ready supply of ankle bells (really? No ankle bells? How odd!) – then you could tie on some keys (just make sure you ask permission first). The aim is for the jangler to avoid capture. They can move away from the blindfolded players trying to catch them, but to do so may also give away where they are, as moving will make them jangle.
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The first person to seize the jangler becomes the jangler. Alternatively, you can simply set a time limit on the game – if the jangler remains uncaught after five minutes, they win. You could give a small prize to the winner. TIP: Have a defined area for the game and a referee to keep blindfolded players out of danger and to make sure the jangler plays fair!
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Uncle Jumbo’s Christmas Party Uncle Jumbo’s Christmas Party in Kloof is an annual pantomime performed by the members of Kloof Round Table, their wives and kids. The set creation, script writing and acting are done by Kloof Round Table members and their families, in their spare time, during a two-week period prior to the show. The show generally runs for nine days. This year you can catch Uncle Jumbo’s Christmas Party from 1 to 10 December at the Kloof Civic Hall from 7pm to 8.30pm daily (no show on Sunday). Tickets cost R50 per person and all proceeds go to charity. Money collected via admissions is used by Kloof Round Table to help the local community by means of donations. The public is urged to bring wrapped presents, unwanted toys, blankets or food to be placed in the charity box which is then collected by a designated charity each evening. In this way at least R80 000 is raised each year to help fund projects in the Kloof community. The first night is a charity night where service clubs in the area bring orphans and children from other places of safety to watch the show. The kids are treated to something to eat and drink and each receive a present from Father Christmas, purchased by the service club that brought them. The remaining nights are open to the public. The show has standard characters in the form of Mr Plod, Noddy, Big Ears and Uncle Jumbo - each year other characters that are popular with the kids are added in to the show. For more information visit www.kloof190.co.za or www.facebook.com/unclejumbos.
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Kit Kat Cake If you’re contemplating your child’s next birthday cake and want something that’s easy, quick and has plenty of “wow factor”, the Kit Kat cake is the answer. Ingredients • 10 packs Kit Kat chocolate • 1 chocolate cake • 2 packs M&Ms Buttercream icing • 300g butter (softened) • 5 cups soft icing mixture (sifted) • 3/4 cup cocoa (sifted) • 5 tablespoons milk Break up your Kit Kats into two-finger pieces. Use your favourite chocolate cake recipe and divide the mixture into two 9-inch (22cm) cake pans. Once cooked (when a skewer comes out clean), allow to cool completely. Once the two chocolate cakes are cooked and cooled, remove from baking pan and trim off the “dome” that forms on most cakes so that the cakes are perfectly flat on the top and bottom.
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To make the buttercream, use an electric mixer to beat the butter until it is pale and fluffy. Add the icing mixture and cocoa a little at a time until fully incorporated. When this is fully combined add the milk, and the chocolate buttercream will become light and fluffy. To assemble, put a dollop of buttercream on the serving plate or cake board and glue down the first layer of cake. Then, cover the first layer with buttercream and lay down your second flat layer of cake. Cover the whole cake completely with icing and be generous!
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Place the Kit Kat pairs around the sides of the cake, pushing them into the buttercream icing, and continue around the circumference of the cake. Fill the top with the M&Ms, and use a colourful ribbon to tie around the cake. Source: www.kidspot.com.au.
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Party games for Teenagers Vroom, Vroom!
Pop Me, If You Can!
Players stand in a circle and say “vroom” while pretending to turn a steering wheel to the right or left. The next player copies the first player, and so on. When a player wants to go the other direction, he or she calls out, “E-r-r-r-t!” (like a car suddenly stopping), and then says, “Vroom!” and turns the imaginary steering wheel the other direction.
In this fun party game for teenagers, players try to pop other players’ balloons while protecting their own balloon from being popped. This makes a great birthday party or Christmas party game!
Every player gets a balloon, blown up ahead of time. Try to make each balloon the same size to make it fair for all players. Tie a string about 18 inches long, around the knotted Play continues with players either saying, part of the balloon, leaving enough string or “vroom” or “e-r-r-r-t.” If someone makes a yarn for each player to tie the string around mistake, the game stops, and that person their ankle. turns with his or her back towards the circle and then writes his/her name moving their The goal of the game is to pop everyone bottom to make the letters of their name. else’s balloon while protecting your balloon After all of the laughter has died down, play from getting popped. There is a lot of continues again until another mistake has jumping, dodging, and laughing with this been made. Get ready to laugh until your party game for teenagers! The winner is the cheeks hurt with this party game! last person with an un-popped balloon! Source: www.icebreakerideas.com. 3-in-1 Party Pod: EMCEE // DJ // KARAOKE
Wayne’s World of Wonders
Suitable for: Corporate Events, Private Parties, Weddings, Kids’ Birthdays, Birthdays, Matric Dances and more
Experience the art of astonishment
Magical entertainment that will add sparkle to your product launch, corporate event, exhibition, wedding, children’s party or special occasion! wdriver@hotmail.co.za • 082 467 8519 Waynes-World-of-Wonders
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Diary Dates DECEMBER AWARENESS DAYS • 25 Nov – 10 Dec: 16 Days of Activism on No Violence Against Women and Children • Prevention of injuries Month • Sunsmart Skin Cancer Awareness Month • 1: World Aids Day • 3: International Day of Persons with Disabilities • 5: International Volunteers Day • 9: World Patient Safety Day • 16: Day of Reconciliation • 25: Christmas Day • 26: Day of Goodwill. JANUARY AWARENESS DAYS • Sunsmart Skin Cancer Awareness Month • 1: Global Family Day • 4: World Braille Day • 27: International Holocaust Remembrance Day. ARTS & CULTURE • 30 Nov – 25 Dec, CHRISTMAS EXHIBITION – TOWN AND COUNTRY, Elizabeth Gordon Gallery, 120 Florida Road, Morningside, 031 – 303 8133. • 1 Dec – 31 Jan (every Sat), 9am – 11am, Durban North, PAINTING, DRAWING, METHODS & TECHNIQUES (ages 8 – 18 years), Suzette, 074 178 9388. • 6 Dec (1st Tues monthly), 9am, LA LUCIA CAKE DECORATORS’ GUILD, La Lucia Library, visitors welcome, cost R20, Liz, 031 – 564 6903, 083 701 0580. • 10 Dec & 14 Jan (2nd Sat monthly), 9am, NORTH COAST ARTISTS DEMO & MEETING, Church of the Blessed Sacrament, Glenashley, visitors R40, members R30, www.north-coast-artists.com. BUSINESS NETWORKING • 1 Dec (1st Thurs monthly, no Jan meeting), 8am – 10.30am, KZN WOMEN IN BUSINESS NETWORKING BREAKFAST, Garden Court, Marine Parade, Durban, R160 members, R180 non-members, 031 – 266 2892, info@kznwib.co.za, www.kznwib.co.za. • 1 Dec, 6.30pm, UMHLANGA WOMEN ACHIEVERS GALA AWARDS EVENING, Gateway Hotel, R170pp, www.umhlangawomenachievers.co.za. CHARITY • 1 Dec – 31 Jan (Mon, Thurs, Sat), 8am – 12pm, KLOOF & HIGHWAY SPCA OPEN MARKET DAYS, 29 Village Rd, Kloof, 031 – 764 1212/3. • 1 Dec – 31 Jan (Tues – Fri), 8am – 3pm, DONATION STATION CHARITY SHOP, 20 Clarence Road, Greyville, 031 – 312 9313. 14 Dec, 6.30pm, THE WONDER YEARS – CHARITY THEATRE FOR ROBIN HOOD FOUNDATION, Westville Boys’ High School, R100pp, Kim, 076 612 9060, www.robinhoodfoundation.co.za. • 29 Dec & 26 Jan (last Thurs monthly), 9.30am –
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11.30am, GOLDEN PAW SOCIETY, Kloof & Highway SPCA tea garden, 29 Village Road, Kloof, Barbara, 031 – 764 1212, fundraising@kloofspca.co.za. COOKING • 1 Dec – 31 Jan, VARIOUS COOKING CLASSES, Gecko Culinary Adventures, 596B Musgrave Road, Durban, cooking@geckoschool.co.za. • 1 Dec – 31 Jan, VARIOUS DOMESTIC WORKERS COOKING CLASSES, R1 400pp (5 weeks), danielle@ pheka.co.za, www.pheka.co.za, 072 261 5192. • 1 Dec – 31 Jan, VARIETY OF COOKING CLASSES, Cooking Cooks, 90 Dawncliffe Rd, Westville, info@ cookingcooks.co.za, 031 – 266 8488, 082 543 0543, www.cookingcooks.co.za. • 1 Dec – 31 Jan, (Wed), 9.30am, CAKE DECO WORKSHOPS, Overport, 082 050 0091, 076 997 7617. COURSES/CLASSES/WORKSHOPS • 1 Dec – 31 Jan, SWIMMING LESSONS IN DURBAN NORTH, Pam’s Swim School, 46 Kelvin Place, Durban North, daily lessons, R700p/m, 084 444 6815, travelpamvdb@gmail.com, www. swimminglessonsdurban.co.za. • 1 Dec – 31 Jan, PERSONALISED MAKEUP LESSONS & CORPORATE LADIES’ WORKSHOPS, Jacqui, accentuatehairandmakeup@gmail.com. • 1 Dec – 31 Jan, FREE REAL PEARL & SEASHELL JEWELLERY TRAINING & BUSINESS TRAINING, Dawn, 074 324 8335. • 1 Dec – 31 Jan, HOLIDAY MAKEUP COURSES, PERSONALISED MAKEUP LESSONS & LADIES WORKSHOPS, Claudette, 076 955 0327, info. beautybeyond@gmail.com. • 1 Dec – 31 Jan, various dates & times, REFLEXOLOGY & MASSAGE COURSES, Morningside, Durban Massage Courses, 072 603 8051, massagedmc@gmail.com, www.facebook.com/ DMCmassage. • 1 Dec – 31 Jan, VARIOUS MASSAGE WORKSHOPS & BEAUTY THERAPY WORKSHOPS, Greenwood Park, from R300 (includes 3 lessons), Sharla, sharlanaidoo@gmail.com, 082 434 6000. • 1 Dec – 31 Jan, various dates & times, BABY MASSAGE CLASSES, R600pp (5 weeks), Lisa, 072 623 3266, lisa@holisticbaby.co.za, www. holisticbaby.co.za. • 1 Dec – 31 Jan, LEARNING BOOSTER WORKSHOPS, Mind Moves Institute, 90 Danville Ave, Glenashley, Michaela, 074 101 2616, michaela.degier@ mindmoves.co.za, www.mindmoves.co.za. • 1 Dec – 31 Jan, VARIOUS BUSINESS TRAINING COURSES, KZN Business Training Centre, 23 Jan
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Diary Dates Hofmeyer Rd, Westville, www.kznbusinesstraining. co.za, 031 – 267 1229, nikki@kznbiz.co.za. • 1 Dec – 31 Jan, (various weekdays), various times, DAILY SCRAPBOOKING CLASSES, Scrapbooking @ J-9’s, 4A Torvale, 4 Moreland Drive, La Lucia, Janine, jay9cc@gmail.com, 083 286 5656. • 1 Dec – 31 Jan, various days/times, GOODPET TRAINING, Mari Borain/AJ Kruger, 061 245 3309, info.goodpet@gmail.com, www.goodpet.co.za. • 1 Dec – 31 Jan, VARIOUS BEAUTY THERAPY COURSES, The Nail Guru, 39 Umhlanga Rocks Drive, Docnor Medical Centre, 031 – 564 2933, info@ thenailguru.co.za. • 1 Dec – 31 Jan, various dates, 8.30am – 10am, INFANT MASSAGE WORKSHOP, 35 Caefron Ave, Westville, alison@infantmassagekzn.co.za, 083 661 6682, www.infantmassagekzn.co.za. • 1 Dec – 31 Jan, (various days), 9am – 12pm, GLASS BEAD MAKING DEMONSTRATIONS (Italian Murano Glass), Umlaas Road, Mandi Saunders, 072 266 9188, saunders.mandi71@gmail.com. • 1 Dec – 31 Jan (every Tues), 9am – 12pm, MOSAIC CLASSES FOR BEGINNERS, R150pp, Just Imagine Mosaics Studio, Kloof, 083 782 7810, Sheila@ kznmosaics.co.za, www.kznmosaics.co.za. • 1 Dec – 31 Jan (every Wed), 6.30pm – 9pm, HYPNOBIRTHING ANTENATAL COURSE, Westville, Callen, 082 538 1173, callen.gerrits@gmail.com, www.gentlewelcome.co.za. • 1 Dec – 31 Jan (every Sat) 8am – 12pm, STUDY SKILLS WORKSHOP, Grades 5 – 7, Glenwood, R998pp, Liz, 074 182 3428, hitthebooks2@gmail. com. • 1 Dec – 31 Jan (every Sat), 9am – 10am, TENSION RELEASING EXERCISES (TRE) WORKSHOP, Hazel, healthtre@outlook.com, 083 400 5924. • 8 & 9 Dec, FASHION CAMP FOR TEEN GIRLS, The Benjamin Hotel, Florida Rd, R850pp, Sabrina Maingard, 083 292 5330, Sabrina@fashionnanny. co.za, www.fashionnanny.co.za. • 12 – 22 Dec, 9.30am – 2pm, FRENCH FOR FUN – FRENCH HOLIDAY CAMP FOR KIDS, ages 5 – 11, Alliance Francaise de Durban, 22 Sutton Cres, Morningside, Denise, 031 – 312 9582, afdurban@ global.co.za.
schools in KZN, Kathy, 031-705 7744, orders@ books2you.co.za, www.books2you.co.za • 1 Dec – 31 Jan, 9am – 3pm, various weekends, INCLUSION EDUCATIONAL COURSES, R5 850, 6 courses, Sandra, 083 709 4543, sandramontague@ telkomsa.net. • 1 Dec – 31 Jan, ONLINE TECHNOLOGY BOOTCAMPS, Compukids, R995 per year, 081 835 8270, info@compukids.me, www.compukids.me. • 1 Dec – 31 Jan, STUDY SKILLS COURSES & MATHS BRIDGING COURSE, Kip McGrath Umhlanga or Bluff, Tracy, 082 042 2556, www.kipmcgrath.co.za, tracy@kipumhlanga.co.za. ENTERTAINMENT • 28 Nov – 22 Dec, KIDS HOLIDAY ENTERTAINMENT – RUMPLESTILTSKIN & CRISS CROSS CHRISTMAS, two shows per day, Rhumbelow Theatre, 42 Cunningham Ave (off Bartle Rd), Umbilo, R70pp, Computicket, Roland, 082 499 8636, roland@ stansell.za.net, events.durbantheatre.com. • 1 Dec – 15 Jan 2016, HOLLYWOOD WALK OF FAME, The Barnyard Theatre at Gateway, 031 – 566 3045, www.barnyard.durban, gateway@ barnyardtheatres.co.za. • 2 Dec – 8 Jan, KICKSTART’S SLEEPING BEAUTY, book at Computicket. • 2 – 4 Dec, COLD FACT – RODRIGUEZ WITH BARRY THOMSON & THE REALS, Rhumbelow Theatre, 42 Cunningham Ave (off Bartle Rd), Umbilo, R140pp, bring picnic baskets, Computicket, Roland, 082 499 8636, roland@stansell.za.net, www.events. durbantheatre.com. • 8 – 10 Dec, THE WICKEDLY ODD NIGHT GARDEN, Durban Botanic Gardens, www.wickedlyodd.co.za. LEISURE • 1 Dec, 3pm, THE HIGH TEA PARTY, Beanstruck Café at Litchi Orchard, Ballito, n.c.kupfer@gmail. com, 078 586 5181. • 1 Dec – 31 Jan (Mon – Wed), 6.30pm, SABROSA SALSA CLASSES, La Bella Café, Essenwood Rd, Mozambik Florida Rd & Downtown Bistro Umhlanga, Gillian, 072 245 4062, Keith, 071 483 3645. • 1 Dec – 31 Jan, DURBAN SURF AND YOGA RETREATS, info@surfsupyoga.co.za, www. surfsupyoga.co.za. • 1 Dec – 31 Jan (every Sat), 9am – 11am, MODEL DYNAMICS MODELLING LESSONS, Scouts Hall, Virginia Circle (opposite Checkers), Sandra/Dee, 083 356 1317, modeldynamics@eject.co.za. • 1 Dec – 31 Jan, various days & times, GROUP PILATES CLASSES, Pilates in Motion studio,
EDUCATION • 1 Dec – 31 Jan (various days & times), COMPUTER EXTRAMURAL LESSONS/E-LEARNER COMPUTER COURSES, Computers4Kids, 124 Ridgeton Towers, 6 Aurora Drive, Umhlanga Ridge, Marlini, 074 113 8364, umhlanga@computers4kids.co.za, www. computers4kids.co.za. • 1 Dec – 31 Jan, BOOKS2YOU BOOK FAIRS, various
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Diary Dates Glenwood, Laura-May, 084 375 6316, laura.may. louw@gmail.com. • 1 Dec – 31 Jan, various days and times, HATHA/ FLOW YOGA CLASSES, Centre for Wellbeing, Durban North, Christine, 084 444 9377, yoga@absamail. co.za, www.jivanandacentre.co.za. • 1 Dec – 31 Jan, various days & times, YOGA, KATHAK DANCE, BELLY DANCE & BOLLYWOOD DANCE, Rangeelaa Dance Institute, Umhlanga, Anishka, 082 454 1732, dance@rangeelaa.co.za. • 1 Dec – 31 Jan (every Tues & Thurs), 3.45pm – 4.30pm, KARATE, KICKBOXING, SELF-DEFENCE, Elangeni Amphitheatre, North Beach, Kyoshi Ejaz, 079 498 6030. • 1 Dec – 31 Jan, various days, 7pm – 8.30pm, SELF DEFENCE CLASSES, Combat Coaching Gym, 100 Commercial Road, 1st floor, Amanzimtoti, www. combatcoaching.com. • 1 Dec – 31 Jan (every 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. • 1 Dec – 31 Jan (every Fri), 2pm – 5pm, AQUAMASSAGE FOR KIDS, Shop L37 Westwood Mall, Emelia, 083 782 0777, aquamassage.e@ gmail.com, www.h2obodyexperience, R50pp. • 1 Dec – 31 Jan (every Sat), 10am – 11am, FUN FOR KIDS – CRAFTS & BAKING, R250pp, Christene Pillay, 078 535 7862, christenepillay9@gmail.com. • 1 Dec – 31 Jan (every Sun), 1pm – 3pm, PAMPER PARTIES FOR CHILDREN, Chatsworth, Christene/ Sanjay/Denise, 074 932 0236, 083 324 4869, 084 524 4869. • 1 Dec – 31 Jan (every Sun), 3.30pm – 5pm, DRUMSHACK GROUP DRUMMING EXPERIENCE, The Stables Market, Jacko Jackson Drive, Durban, Jonathan, 083 704 4879, drumshack@3i.co.za, www.drumshack.org. • 1 Dec – 31 Jan (every Sun), 12pm – 4pm, SOUND SUNDAY – LIVE MUSIC, Nosh Café at Giba Gorge, Rania, 031 – 769 1023, 082 836 8112, www. gibagorge.co.za. • 1 Dec – 31 Jan (every Sun), 9am – 10.30am, KEEP FIT – CROSSFIT CAMP, North Beach, R60 (adults), R40 (kids), Kathija, 072 387 5525. • 2 – 22 Dec, 8am – 6pm, UMHLANGA ROUND TABLE CHRISTMAS TREE SALES, Virginia Sports Field Parking Grounds, 072 828 8618. • 2 & 3 Dec, 5.30pm, THIS IS CHRISTMAS, live nativity tour, Durban North Baptist Church @Tap Community Centre, 20 Mackeurtan Ave, Jennie, 082 497 9350, Coral/Verna 031 - 563 2678. • 3 Dec & 7 Jan (1st Sat monthly), 9am – 2pm, CAR BOOT SALE, Cnr Simbithi Drive & Leonora
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Drive, Ballito, Brenda, 083 780 1953, brenda@ ghekkoevents.co.za. • 3 Dec, 9am – 3pm, HEALERS KZN HOLISTIC FAIR, Kloof Civic Hall, Tracy White, 082 668 4163, healerskzn@gmail.com. • 4 Dec, 10am, BAYNSFIELD COUNTRY FAIR, Delaine Reddy, info@baynesfield.co.za, 033 – 251 0001. • 4 Dec, 9.30am – 3pm, THE LA LUCIA ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES FAIR, La Lucia Mall, lower ground floor, free entry, Sandy, 082 705 4882. • 7 Dec – 10 Jan, 7am – 5pm, MOMMY FAYE’S HOLIDAY CLUB, Durban North, R120per child per day, Faye, 083 941 8964, mommyfayes@gmail.com. • 11 Dec & 8 Jan (2nd Sun monthly), from 10am, MINI STEAM TRAIN RIDE, Virginia Circle, 082 577 2067. • 12 – 23 Dec, weekdays, WILDLIFE WARRIOR – CROW HOLIDAY CLUB, Kenneth Steinbank Nature Reserve, ages 7 – 15, R750pp per week, 031 – 462 1127, education@crowkzn.co.za. • 11 – 24 Dec, ICE SKATING FESTIVAL, Durban Ice Arena, 031 – 337 1110, info@durbanicearena. co.za, www.durbanicearena.co.za. • 12 – 14 Dec, 5 – 6 Jan, KID’S BEACH CAMPS, Durban Undersea Club, 8 – 14 years, R750pp, Beryl, 082 574 7871. • 16 – 18 Dec (8.30am, 12.30pm & 5pm Carols by Candlelight train), 26 Dec (12.30pm & 5pm, 27 Dec (8.30am & 12.30pm), 1 Jan (12.30pm & 5pm), 2 & 8 Jan (8.30am & 12.30pm), INCHANGA CHOO CHOO STEAM TRAIN, from Kloof Station (Stokers Arms) to Inchanga Station Craft Market (return), adults: R220, pensioners & children: R150, Bruce, 082 353 6003, bookings@umgenisteamrailway.com, www. umgenisteamrailway.com. • 31 Dec, 6pm, FACT DURBAN ROCKS NYE, Moses Mabhida Stadium, www.mmstadium.com. • 31 Dec & 28 Jan (last Sat monthly), 9am – 4pm, CAR BOOT SALE, Sibaya Casino, Brenda, 083 780 1953, brenda@ghekkoevents.co.za. MARKETS • 1 Dec – 31 Jan (every Wed & Fri) 6pm – 10pm, THE STABLES LIFESTYLE MARKET, Jacko Jackson Drive, Warren, 031 – 312 3058, www. stableslifestylemarket.co.za, thestablesmarket@ gmail.com. • 1 Dec – 31 Jan (every Sun), 10am – 5pm, THE STABLES LIFESTYLE MARKET, Jacko Jackson Drive, 031 – 312 3058, www.stableslifestylemarket.co.za, Warren, thestablesmarket@gmail.com • 1 Dec – 31 Jan (every Sun), 9am – 4pm, SUNDAY FLEA MARKET, Amphitheatre, North Beach Pavilion site, Durban.
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Diary Dates • 1 Dec – 31 Jan (every Sun), 8am – 1pm, THE MORNING TRADE MARKET, The Plant, 5 Station Drive, Durban, info@themorningtrade.co.za, www. facebook.com/themorningtrade. • 2 Dec & 6 Jan (1st Fri monthly), 5pm – 9.30pm, ROOF TOP NIGHT MARKET, Level 5 parking lot, Musgrave Centre, crafts, food, live music, www. musgravecentre.co.za. • 2 Dec, 5pm, CHRISTMAS NIGHT MARKET, St Margaret’s Church, Delaware Ave, Glenashley, David, 082 299 7558. • 3 Dec & 7 Jan (1st Sat monthly), 8am – 12pm, FOODIES MARKET, Ballito Lifestyle Centre. • 3 Dec & 7 Jan (1st Sat monthly), 9.30am – 12.30pm, St Olav Church, Berea, ST OLAV CHURCH MARKET, 031–201 1828. • 3, 10, 17 Dec & 7 Jan, 9am – 2pm, I HEART MARKET – SALE MARKET, Moses Mabhida Stadium, info@iheartmkt.com, www.iheartmarket.blogspot. com. • 4 Dec & 8 Jan (1st Sun monthly), 9am1pm, HILLCREST COUNTRY MARKET, Hillcrest Primary School hall, Tracy, 083 301 1522, hillcrestcountrymarket@gmail.com, www. hillcrestcountrymarket.co.za. • 4, 11, 18 Dec, 15 Dec (carols and night market), 27 Dec, 1 – 31 Jan (every Sun), 10am – 3.30pm, GOLDEN HOURS FAMILY MARKET, Uitsig Road, Durban North, Lyn, 083 262 3693, lyn.wilson.ad@ gmail.com. • 7, 14, 21, 28 Jan, (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. • 10 Dec & 14 Jan (2nd Sat monthly), 8am – 12.30pm, BERGTHIEL MUSEUM MARKET, Queens Ave, Westville, 084 332 4101, Eve, evezabora@ webmail.co.za. • 10 Dec & 14 Jan (2nd Sat monthly), 9am - 2pm, Salt Rock, LITCHI ORCHARD MARKET, Seaforth Dr, Ballito, 032 – 525 5118, info@litchiorchard.co.za. • 11 & 18 Dec, 9am – 2pm, WONDER MARKET, Chris Saunders Park, Umhlanga, wonder@ wondermarket.co.za, www.wondermarket.co.za. • 15 – 18 Dec, various times, SHONGWENI FARMERS & CRAFT MARKET CHRISTMAS EXTRAVAGANZA, Lot 457, MR551, Shongweni, Christine, 083 777 1553, info@shongwenimarket.co.za, www. shongwenimarket.co.za. • 16 & 23 Dec, 27 Jan (last Fri monthly), 5pm – 10pm, Salt Rock, LITCHI ORCHARD NIGHT MARKET, Seaforth Dr, Ballito, 032 –
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525 5118, info@litchiorchard.co.za. • 29 Jan (last Sun monthly), 9am – 2pm, MARVELOUS MARKET HOSTED BY MAZARAT ANIMAL RESCUE, Waterfall Library, Carla, 084 491 1452, mazaratrescue@gmail.com. • 30 Dec & 27 Jan (last Fri monthly), 5pm – 9pm, MORNINGSIDE NIGHT MARKET, Morningside Sports Club, 132 Hollander Crescent, Anthea/Pippa, morningsidenightmarket@gmail.com. MEETINGS • 7 Dec & 4 Jan (1st Wed monthly), 6pm – 7pm, Westville Baptist Church, WESTVILLE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP, 083 440 1771, Deon, 082 498 3975. • 1 Dec – 31 Jan (every Mon), 4.30pm – 5.30pm, BANTING SUPPORT GROUP, The Tree-house Coffee Shop, Northlands Primary School, Gleneagles Drive, Durban North, R350 per month, www. bantingbuddies.com. • 1 Dec & 5 Jan (1st Thurs monthly), 6.30pm – 8.30pm, GRACE COUNSELLING PARENTING SUPPORT GROUP, Grace Umhlanga Campus, 400 Umhlanga Rocks Drive, Karen Badenhorst, 031 – 575 9300 or counselling@grace.za.org. • 12 Dec & 9 Jan (2nd Mon monthly), 7pm, NATAL ORCHID SOCIETY MEETING, Parkhill Bowling club, off Umhlanga Rocks Drive, Durban North, 083 790 8686, www.natalorchidsociety.co.za. • 16 Jan (no Dec meeting) (3rd Mon monthly), 10am, ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT GROUP, Oldfield Centre, 29 Perseverance Rd, Bellair, Nirusha, 031 – 332 3721. • 25 Jan (no Dec meeting), (last Wed monthly), 5.30pm – 7.30pm, CANCER SUPPORT GROUP, The Umhlanga Oncology Centre, 30 Meridian Drive, Umhlanga, Sheila Moolman, 031 – 563 5274, 083 270 0995, sheilamm@telkomsa.net. NATURE/OUTDOORS • 17 Dec & 21 Jan (3rd Sat monthly), 8am – 1pm, BEACHWOOD MANGROVES NATURE RESERVE OPEN DAY, Umgeni River mouth, Heidi, 083 321 0620. • 29 Jan (last Sun monthly), 11am, Yellowwood Park, CROW OPEN DAY TOUR, CROW (Centre for Rehabilitation of Wildlife) R25pp, 031 - 462 1127. Send your February 2017 Diary Dates to sarah@mumsmail.com with “DURBAN Diary” in the subject line before 10 January 2017. Entries will be published space permitting & at the editor’s discretion. Please confirm all details of events with contact person.
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• The Robin Hood Foundation’s Blessa-Granny and Grandpa project has seen them hand out more than 10 000 gifts to Grannies and Grandpas in old age homes around Durban. Many of these grannies and grandpas have families that live far away or just don’t visit - that is why the Robin Hood Foundation would like to give them all gifts to show that they are still loved and cared for. If you would like to bless a Granny or Grandpa this Christmas, you can e-mail them and they will get a name sent through to you with a wish list. For your personalised wish list, e-mail The Robin Hood Foundation on robinhoodfund@ telkomsa.net and let them know how many names and wish lists. • Wentworth Angels is an NPO that houses abused women and children in the community. They appeal to you to sponsor R50 per month to assist them with expenses. They also assist families with groceries and toiletries. They welcome anyone that would like to visit, and get involved and help. Bank details: Standard bank, Account name: Wentworth Angels, Account number: 051579227, Branch Code: 051001. Contact Tracey Williams on 031 – 829 6434, 074 703 1393 or wentworthangels@yahoo. com. • Give a lonely older person a delicious meal at one of TAFTA’s festive lunches. At just R150 per couple, these lunches are fantastic value! They hope to feed 1 800 elderly Durbanites at 22 of these lunches in and around Durban this December – eight of them on Christmas Day! To sponsor two, four or six guests, call 031 – 332 3721 or visit www.tafta.org.za.
As the 2016 festive season draws near, make sure to include on your bucket list The Playhouse Company’s fresh new vibrant production of The Sound of Music. Not since the dashing Christopher Plummer and the preternaturally-voiced Julie Andrews first took to the silver screen in 1965 has one show meant so much to so many generations around the world. Rehearsals are well underway for the much-awaited production, and The Playhouse Company has brought in some of the biggest names in the business for this feel-good tale, including two of KwaZulu-Natal’s most popular actors, Liesl Coppin and Frank Graham. Coppin will play the elegantly tasteful Baroness Elsa Schrader, while Graham will take the role of loyal family friend, Max Detweiler. Two other Durban favourites, Adam Doré, and Shelley McLean, will play Franz, the Von Trapp butler, who is also a loyal Nazi, and Sister Sophia, respectively. Durban soprano Thandulwazi Ncube will play the nun Sister Margaretta. The schools performances on 30 November and 1 December are already sold out. A further schools performance, at R50 per learner, takes place on 2 December. To book, please call Dawn on 031 - 369 9407. Tickets are R150, R180, R200 and R225 each if pre-booked, and R170, R200, R220 and R245 at the door one hour before the show, space permitting. Students and pensioners receive a discount of 30% off the highest ticket price. Book at Computicket or at Checkers stores. To make a block booking, please call 031 – 369 9407 or 031 – 369 9460.
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