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Issue 129 • Durban • November 2015

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Everyday Life Editor’s Life La Lucia Mall Puss In Boots Jam Clothing Excess Factory Shop Hugh Mathie Beds Dermikelp Antbear Lodge Durban Ice Arena Vegmo Accessories SmartMind Technologies Delicious Life Business Life Home Life Healthy Life Body & Hair Clinic Beautiful Life Kids’ Life Sugar Bay Play & Build Educated Life Juta Junglecubs Party Life uShaka Marine World 1000 Women Trust Protea Hotel Edward Busy Life Classifieds

“Change is possible – but only if you believe in it” Dr Oz TALK TO US ABOUT CHANGE AND OUR SUMMER SPECIAL!

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Editor’s Life I’m finding it particularly difficult to be cheerful and upbeat as I write this month’s letter. I have just found out about the sudden and tragic death of the son of one of my advertisers. His death was due to a “game” that went tragically wrong, and as I grappled with the words to find to comfort her, I knew that there was nothing I could possibly say that would ease her pain.

The death of a child is a tragedy that is second to none, and suddenly the “issues” I complain about every day no longer appear at all significant.

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In our daily lives we are constantly rushing to get to school, or to work, to the shops and then home again. Always a rush. When are we slowing down to take the time to notice what is going on around us, and specifically in our children’s lives?

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Everyday Life

Meet the Cover Stars World Adoption Day is on 9 November, and this month’s cover stars are a family that is familiar with adoption. Anton and Lariaan Claassens have adopted three daughters, Amarise Lindiwe (eight), Shani Thandi (seven) and Grace Khetiwe (four). Anton is a financial manager and Lariaan is a primary school principal.

Lariaan says that her girls are her life, but that parenting comes with challenges! “They are the best of friends and are fiercely defensive of one another, but then they can also spend a whole day quarrelling about absolutely anything. The other things I find challenging is raising healthy ethical individuals in a society where crop tops and skimpy clothes are suddenly acceptable for eight-year-olds, and children play with their cell phones and not with dolls!”

Anton and Lariaan do their best to spend lots of time with their girls playing games, being outdoors, taking them cycling and having pyjama parties as a family! “It’s also challenging at times being a successful career woman and a good mommy to my three girls. But I just tell myself I’m not the only mom out there trying her best to juggle life well!”

we have never looked back!”

Amarise loves people and wants to be a teacher one day. She loves babies and sport – she swims and is a strong hockey player.

She also does ballet and hip hop. Shani is naturally smart and excels in all areas of her school life. She also loves being physical and spending time on her bike. She has a quirky sense of humour and is a delight to have around!

She also does hip hop. Grace is the baby of the family. She has a very strong personality and can stand up for anyone, and definitely for herself. She loves to be the centre of attention and can be quite the drama queen! She shares her sisters’ love for dancing and already does ballet.

Lariaan stresses that adoption is not as difficult as people think it might be, when you go through the correct channels, and that adoption is not only for families who cannot have children biologically.

“You will never regret it! Adoption will be a very beautiful part of your life. In my eyes my children are completely perfect! It would have been a fatal mistake for Anton and I not to adopt!”

Adoption was something Lariaan considered early on in her life and Anton was also open to the idea. “I somehow thought we would have biological children and adopt. We lived in Korea when I tried falling pregnant. After a few months of trying and seeking medical help we decided that we would opt for adoption first and then try the biological way with some medical assistance when returning home. However, after adopting our first daughter, the desire for a biological child disappeared completely. Our children one by one stole our hearts completely and www.mumsmail.com

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Excess Factory Shop

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Excess Factory Shop is famous for beautifully character body and bath products and packaged body and bath products. They accessories, as well as kids’ gifts and toys. specialise in gifting – your one stop shop for all occasions when looking for any gift.

You’ll never regret a stop in at the Excess Factory Shop, and you’ll never leave empty It’s coming up for the end of the year handed! It’s simply a treasure – no doubt and moms and kids will be looking for Durban’s best kept secret! the perfect gift for their teacher – at Excess Factory Shop there is so much to Don’t miss their Hot Dot Sale which starts choose from – they have the ideal gift at on the 25th of every month (if the 25th is exceptional prices! They are also known for on a Sunday or public holiday, then the next their hampers – filled with luscious body working day) and ends on the last day of the and bath products and goodies to delight month, or while stocks last! the recipient.

Trading hours are Monday to Friday, 7.15am Other products available are make-up, nail to 3.45pm and Saturdays from 7.30am to polish, jewellery, scented candles, wall art, 1.30pm. They are closed Sundays and public ceramics, home fragrances – room and holidays. linen mists, fragranced oils and burners and diffusers. They also stock handbags, Find them at 16 Wolseley Road, cosmetic bags and utility bags in all shapes Morningside and sizes to suit everyone’s tastes. (just off Umgeni Rd), or phone 031 – 303 1271 For the kiddies, they sell a range of Disney or visit www.excessfactoryshop.co.za.

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Everyday Life

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Peace and Quiet in the Berg There’s not a week that passes when I’m not attending a launch or a networking meeting, or a function of some sort, therefore a long weekend away in the Berg came at a very opportune time – I was totally shattered after our annual high tea and needed to get away from everyone and everything!

Drakensberg Mountains.

Shared/communal dining is encouraged which creates a great atmosphere.

Everything is cooked from scratch and they use vegetables from their own organic veggie garden. They have their own chickens for eggs, cows for milk, bake their own My family and I set out for Antbear Lodge bread and even make their own cheese. in the rural countryside overlooking the Drakensberg Mountains. It is a small They offer horse trails, microlight flights and owner-run establishment with 15 separate hot air balloon rides. accommodation units. We stayed in a two bedroom cottage, with the kids’ having a I slept like a log and the peaceful loft room upstairs which they loved (their surroundings were just what the doctor own teen pad). The Jacuzzi bath was a hit ordered. with my whole family (not all at the same time of course)!

To get away from it all, get to Antbear Lodge for total relaxation.

Antbear Lodge also offers a luxury “cave”, Call them on 076 441 2362 or e-mail which is an accommodation unit built under reservations@antbear.co.za a rock overlooking a gorge. Glass doors or visit www.antbear.co.za. open onto a wooden deck with hammock chairs and an uninterrupted view of the Review by Alice Leah for Mum’s Mail.

Antbear Lodge is an owner run eco lodge in the Drakensberg Mountains that just oozes hospitality. The en-suite rooms are smartly appointed with fireplaces and Jacuzzi spa baths. There is a luxury cave with glass doors opening onto to a wooden deck with hammock chairs and a panoramic view of the Drakensberg Mountains.

Meals are prepared with real South African flare and the organic vegetable garden contributes a lot to the ingredients that are used. There is lots to do in the area which includes Bushman rock art, hiking trails, horse trails on the property ideally suited for beginners and the Midlands Meander.

We have 15 accommodation units and can accommodate up to 45 persons at the lodge. We have a chapel, and are able to cater for weddings up to 100 people.

For more info contact 036 352 3143 | reservations@antbear.co.za | www.antbear.co.za

So if you are dreaming of a romantic getaway or a place to unwind and relax then Antbear Lodge is the place to visit!

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Everyday Life

Creating the Perfect Christmas Atmosphere The festive season will be upon us shortly and creating the perfect festive atmosphere can be a daunting task. Vegmo Accessories has unpacked its latest Christmas merchandise to help you create the perfect festive ambiance in any room. So before everything becomes too hectic, get down to their store and immerse yourself in the aisles and find something that’s just right for you.

Amongst the myriad of items on their shelves, they have something for everyone, from tiny delicate glass angels to six metre towering Christmas trees, including an array of joyful stockings and beautiful snow globes that are synonymous with Christmas.

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poinsettias, sprays and picks in copper colours.

When it comes to trees, wreaths, swags and garlands you can choose from traditional to modern. Their more traditional greens come in fluffy, mixed, with cones, frosty and much more. They also stock the latest white twig trees which you can add to for an elegant or dramatic theme. They are excited to introduce the new champagne Christmas tree which has a delightful shimmer and will add sparkle and glamour to any home.

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Everyday Life

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Delicious Life

Billie Boys Celebrates 10 Years Celebrating 10 years of “the finest biltong in all Africa”, Billie Boys continues to offer their customers a broad range of high quality biltong, nuts, and fruit products.

Billie Boys prefers to pack their biltong into the traditional brown paper bags to let the product breathe. The biltong is cut into slices that are paper-thin or thicker, depending on the customer’s preference.

It can then be spiced with a choice of eight flavours. Some of the most popular are chilli, BBQ, fruit chutney and spare rib.

Game biltong is also a good seller. Game is not fatty and is rich in protein – great for people who prefer a drier cut.

Billie Boys has recently introduced a freerange product that has no preservatives, no hormones and the beef is grass-fed as opposed to grain fed. Other products available in the stores include dry wors, cabanossi, and chicken and bacon biltong.

There is also biltong powder which is ideal for baking, adding to dips and on sandwiches!

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A wide range of gift baskets are readily available or custom-made to your liking, with any combination of biltong, dried fruit and nuts, sweets/chocolates and can even include a bottle of your favourite bubbly!

They are proud to support the talents of a master wood-craftsman with 30 years of experience who makes high-quality biltong cutters. Made from Kiaat, they really are a sought-after item and are perfect gifts for that man who loves his biltong!

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Business Life

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Proactive Clothing The Proactive Clothing range consists of promotional, workwear, security, tourism and corporate garments, available to clients throughout Southern Africa. This range has been available for more than 32 years.

There are large, well-stocked warehouses offering a wide range of superior quality garments at competitive prices. Their mission is to produce top quality garments for all their clients. They offer a selected range of premium brands each with their own marketable personalities. They strive to maintain an optimal balance between a wide range of products, consistency of styles, superior quality and good stock

levels. Through stringent quality control measures, they ensure their range is the premium choice. They take pride in supporting the local industry as much as possible. The team consists of committed, talented individuals who are trained to give you nothing less than the best service and commitment.

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Business Life

The Big Easy Mum’s Mail recently visited The Big Easy at The Hilton Durban for a taste of what’s cooking on the menu and experienced its unique atmosphere.

The Big Easy Durban by Ernie Els is South African in nature – it combines several unique spaces, all tied together by inviting rustic elements such as wood-beamed ceilings, beaten copper, rich textured leather upholstery, brushed concrete and handcrafted furniture.

The restaurant features a chef’s table and open kitchen, where diners can get up close and personal with chef Fourie and her team, and watch them at work in the heart of the restaurant. A large bar with an impressive wine bottle display, a dramatic floor to ceiling backdrop and a copper bar counter dominates the east end of the space. The Els influence can be seen throughout, with the many personal touches that have been introduced. The lounge area is stocked with Big Easy vintage wines from Ernie Els’ own vineyard, and showcases a feature wall filled with memorabilia, replica trophies and images. In the private dining room, diners have the opportunity to sit down in comfortable style, as if in the company of ‘The Big Easy’ himself.

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Outside, the terrace (with upper and lower decks for al fresco dining and chilling) features a lush green foliage wall, as well as locally-sourced furniture and accents, honouring South Africa’s rich artistic heritage and natural beauty, where guests can fully immerse themselves in the magic of the outdoors and Durban’s idyllic weather.

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Home Life

Durban North Welcomes South Africa’s First Burrito Bar!

Founders of Wakaberry, Michele and Ken the US, this dining concept hasn’t yet been Fourie, recently introduced the Durban established in South Africa.

North community to Four15, South Africa’s first Burrito Bar! “As our lifestyle changes, so too do our needs when it comes to eating out. People want to This ‘tanqueria’ styled restaurant has do things in their own time – whether they purposely steered away from being a run- have five minutes or two hours. For people of-the-mill Mexican affair. The heart of their in a hurry (especially for parents with young menu consists of an assortment of burritos: children) waiting for staff to get your bill, Four15’s own giant tortillas filled with a mix find change, sort out a card machine – all of of traditional ‘Mission Style’ ingredients as this can ruin an evening,” said Michele. “You well as more exotic combinations. will never have that problem at Four15.”

Michele explains, “Our Four15 culture has been largely inspired by San Francisco’s Mission District: the food is messy, the people loud, the art intense, and most importantly, there is a remarkable sense of community.”

And why is it called Four15? “Well… for that, you’ll need to come and visit us and become part of the family!” she said.

Visit www.four15.co.za or call 031 – 564 0415, 41 Mackeurtan Avenue, Durban North.

In conjunction with their original food offering, Four15 is introducing the massively popular ‘fast casual’ dining concept to Durban. Although already well-known in

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Home Life

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10 Top Tips for Getting More Organised

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1. Before you start organising a space, get rid of things that you don’t need or don’t add value to your life. You will waste energy organising items that shouldn’t be in your space.

2. Look at why you are disorganised to begin with. There is little sense in creating systems if others think they can dump things everywhere!

3. Part of getting organised is creating systems to keep it that way. Getting organised is not achieved by tidying up a space.

4. Label as much as you can – it really takes the guesswork out of where things should go.

5. Don’t put things down – put them away.

6. If you struggle with day-to-day tasks, create a routine. If household admin is done every Monday morning, then you don’t have to waste energy reminding yourself to do it.

7. If you’re a list-maker, don’t have loads of lists running at the same time.

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8. If you work with a lot of paperwork, try to keep it off your desk. Handy products are a wall-mounted document organiser and a wall-mounted pen organiser.

9. Become more creative when purchasing furniture and fittings. If you’re installing a kitchen, make sure you’ve thought of the spacing of the shelves and if you’re buying a coffee table, get one with a shelf beneath it to accommodate magazines.

10. Your ability to get and stay organised is directly related to your inability to make decisions, so become more decisive and stop procrastinating.

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November in the Garden Rainy days will cause problems in the garden, as well as keep you indoors! Good drainage becomes important at this time, so check out for boggy areas and standing water – you might have to add drainage pipes or just more rough organic material and river sand to improve drainage.

There are many flower seedlings that can be planted now for a spectacular summer and autumn display, while also ensuring that the garden is in full bloom during the festive season.

In the veggie patch plant more types of peppers and chillies and continue with small sowings of other veggies. Control weed growth and harvest any ripe vegetables that may be damaged by the constant wet weather. Watch for powdery mildew on the pumpkin family and put out bait for pumpkin fly.

Growing perfect roses in a subtropical province requires a bit more care than in others. Spray on any dry day, especially if there has been prolonged rainfall since the last application. Continue with monthly fertiliser applications. Still use 8:1:5 or 5:1:5 for optimum results.

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With oceans covering 71% of our planet, only 3% of our total water supply is fresh water. That is made up of rivers, lakes, swamps, glaciers, ground water and ice caps, with only about 1.2% of our total fresh water being readily available in rivers, lakes, manmade dams and streams.

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So how does this affect you? If you are not already affected by the current water restrictions, consider the health benefits of drinking pure water that does not have harmful chemicals such as chlorine or fluoride or the harmful heavy metals found in your current municipal water supply.

All around us there is water in the air and InnovativeEnviron is pioneering a number of water producing solutions that would supply pure drinking water at the push of a button.

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Living with Diabetes World Diabetes Day is on 14 November and Does it matter if my BG readings are slightly local mom Bridgette Olden describes how high? Of course yes! No-one wants a mother Diabetes has affected her life. or wife who is grumpy, unfit or unhealthy.

This is the result of being a poorly controlled “The diagnosis of type 1 Diabetes Mellitus Diabetic, in my experience.

24 years ago had a huge impact on my life.

I was a newly qualified flight instructor at Each day is another challenge. Every Virginia Airport. When the doctor called mouthful, every sweet cake, bakery and with test results, he told me not to go up children’s birthday party offers temptations. in an aeroplane with an unqualified pilot – I Ultimately I want to see how beautiful my was only to act as a safety pilot. Simply put, girls look if they marry, and I’d love to play my job as a flying instructor and my dreams actively with my grandchildren, which I to fly commercial jets were shattered. hope to be blessed enough to have!

So the challenge continues – exercise, I have since read for a commerce degree, healthy food choices and a disciplined married an awesome man and have two medication regime. gorgeous daughters. I found myself highly motivated to maintain tight control of my The hardest part of living with Diabetes? blood glucose (BG) during pregnancy, but Resisting the sweets and chocolates in the I find it extremely difficult now to achieve checkout queues at the shops!” that same control. My children are now 16 and 11 years old.

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What is a True Cosmeceutical?

Dr Deseré Ferreira

In a constant quest for better and younger looking skin, women often fall prey to all sorts of marketing tactics. As a result, one can easily be influenced by those with a limited knowledge of skin physiology or of what true scientific pearls exist to effectively delay the ageing of the skin.

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What is a true cosmeceutical and why can these cutting edge products, coupled with the expert advice of a dermatologist, yield positive and realistic results?

A cosmeceutical is a product that combines cosmetic and pharmaceutical properties with biological active ingredients that produce medical or drug like benefits, hence, a true cosmeceutical will only be available at your doctor’s practice or doctorowned medi spa.

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A cosmetic on the other hand is basically a hydrating vehicle, lotion or cream with good moisturising properties. This effect will last for only a few hours. These products are available commercially, in salons and in pharmacies.

Cosmetics may list the key or current buzz words like retinol or L ascorbic acid but if these active ingredients are not at critical concentrations, they will not make any clinical difference to the skin. That is why true cosmeceuticals can only be kept by a dermatologist, plastic surgeon or certain doctors. For these products to be absorbed and integrated into the biology of the skin, the scientific formulation has to be perfect, as many of these active ingredients are unstable.

Lastly, a tip! Look for cutting edge cosmeceuticals with the following active ingredients: Phloretin cf, Ferrulic, and my personal favourite, Resveretrol.

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An Alternate View to ADHD ADHD is commonly diagnosed in children in South Africa and in most cases Ritalin is prescribed. There are many cases where alternate therapies could assist in the management of ADHD (replacing, or in addition to, medication). A holistic view of children is beneficial, understanding that physics, emotions and mental attitudes are linked.

Contributing factors to the development of ADHD are varied. Children’s bodies go through dramatic changes in relatively short spaces of time. Beyond natural growth, we expect them to grow in ability in school and sport. During this learning the brain can learn a pattern that is not 100% correct, e.g. an incorrect pencil grip or slouching. Incorrect behaviours impact the surrounding structures. Any movement that takes the body out of its natural position has the ability to affect surrounding structures.

Discomfort results and the children begin to subconsciously adjust position. A child that has “ants in his pants” could be a child that has a learned behaviour that is causing discomfort. It is known by many learning difficulty specialists that core strengthening assists development. The core is more capable of keeping the spine neutral when it is stronger – improving function and comfort.

Durban North chiropractor, Dr Seagreen has treated children where behaviour has improved after treatment. Her experience is corroborated by research and by leading psychologist, Dr Caron Bustin (Child Education). A combined approach to treatment of children with ADHD is positively indicated. Children should be checked for reasons behind the ADHD type behaviour and treated accordingly.

Comfortable children reach their full potential, sleep better and behave better.

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It’s About Time!

Your routine health review should also include a selection of laboratory tests on your blood, sputum and/or urine samples.

Previously laboratory services were limited and costly. However, you now have a wider choice of service providers, and pricing and service levels may be compared. You now have access to quality results with a quick turnaround at affordable prices. LAB24 has been providing excellent diagnostic services at very reasonable costs to the public over the past ten years. Accessibility is tremendously enhanced with four outlets: Life Mt Edgecombe Hospital, Medigate (opposite Netcare Umhlanga Hospital), Sydenham Medical Centre (opposite Shifa Hospital) and Medi-centre (opposite City Hospital). The branches at Umhlanga, Sydenham and City operate from 7am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, and 7am to 1pm on Saturdays. The Mt Edgecombe Main Lab operates from 7am to 7pm, Monday to Sunday. LAB24 has up-to-date diagnostic analysers backed by leading brands like Roche Diagnostics, Beckman Coulter, Cepheid and KAT Laboratories. The most recent prized acquisition is the Gene Xpert analyser for HIV testing, TB and sexually transmitted diseases. Results are available within a couple of hours, depending on urgency and workload.

Direct benefits of choosing LAB24 for diagnostic tests are: 1. Quality testing on world class diagnostic analysers. 2. Prompt turnaround times.

3. Substantially reduced costs to both individuals as well as your Medical Aid.

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New X-ray Facility in Durban North

Back to Health Chiropractic, in conjunction with Core Medical Centre in Durban North, has recently opened a new x-ray facility. The centre boasts new digital x-ray equipment and is equipped to handle all general radiography.

Contact: Dr Palmer, 031 – 563 0079, www.durbanchiro.co.za, 20 Gainsborough Drive, Durban North.

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Dr Palmer of Back to Health Chiropractic started his career practising as a chiropractor in the UK at a health centre that had on-site x-ray facilities. It was here that he became familiar with operating the equipment and was able to see first-hand the benefits of having x-rays readily available. He frequently takes spinal x-rays of his patients to determine if there are any underlying problems, and to be more precise in his structural rehabilitation treatment plans.

He is also able to take x-rays of any part of the body, and other practitioners at Core Medical frequently refer their patients to him for x-rays. The patients benefit as it is quick, efficient and affordable, and saves the hassle of having to go elsewhere for x-rays.

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Summer Theatre Camp RSPA Theatre School runs a successful and results-driven extra mural performing arts training school. Students have performed in various professional productions, been cast in national and international movies, achieved international recognition via their examination programmes, and have represented South Africa performing at the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Scotland.

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Along with running weekly performing arts classes for ages five to 19, RSPA Theatre School runs bi-annual theatre camps – an opportunity to get teens away from malls, TVs and all electronics during the holidays – into the bush and onto the stage. Go “Down the Rabbit Hole” with the RSPA Theatre School Summer Camp from 4 to 10 January 2016. It is open to all Grade 7 to 12 pupils from any school who love to act, sing and dance. The venue is the Hella Hella Outdoor Centre. Transport to the venue is available.

“The face to face fellowship that develops over such a short space of time is divine to see. In seven days campers go from complete strangers to a tight knit performance group with an incredibly strong bond – that’s the magic of theatre!” said Gill Brunings, director of RSPA Theatre School.

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Research has shown that the first year This will help ensure that the child reaches of a child’s life is the most important for his/her full potential. development. Sensory development refers to the maturing of the five familiar senses: Contact: Leanne Reeves, Baby Booster, hearing, smell, taste, touch, and vision.

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The Role of Play In this day and age where every hour seems to be rush hour, it is still of utmost importance to make time for play.

Children learn through play, whether they are playing with others or by themselves.

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“Toys are a wonderful way for children to engage in imaginative play and every year, the top toys make their way to the toy shelves. Some of the top toys for this year’s festive season are Bratz, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Lalaloopsy, Little Tikes, Atomicons, Little Live Pets, Tekno Kitten, Meccanoid and Leapfrog’s educational range,” says Chiquita Patrizi of Prima Toys.

Through play with other children, your child can develop new competencies, become more confident and learn how to be resilient. This interaction also allows children to learn how to work together, solve problems together, share, negotiate and resolve conflicts – all tools that they will need as they grow older.

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Raising Superheroes Workshop Don’t miss out on hearing one of the world’s leading health and wellness experts!

Books & Books will be hosting renowned professor, Tim Noakes and chef Jonno Proudfoot, who will be talking about health, fitness, diet and their new book – Raising Superheroes.

The workshop will be on Thursday 12 November from 10.30am to 1.30pm at the Renaissance Room, Durban Country Club.

Tickets cost R200 per person.

The Real Meal Revolution was all about taking on the global obesity epidemic with a revolutionary approach to eating. Now the authors bring you the next step towards changing the world! Raising Superheroes is set to revolutionise the way we feed our children. It’s time to give our children the best nutrition possible, for the best start in life.

Professor Tim Noakes is currently the most high-profile scientist in South Africa, and the figurehead of the original Real Meal Revolution. Jonno Proudfoot is a food expert, entrepreneur and adventurer, and the driving force behind the brand.

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Making Sleeping Fun and Fashionable for Kids and Dogs!

The ZZZ Co. makes sleep time a whole lot more exciting and comfy for your precious kids and fur babies. For your two-legged bundles of joy, you can choose between an array of unique, custom and handmade Snuggle Sackzzz. For your four-legged furry friends that love to burrow, choose from the fun and vibrant selection of Pooch Pouchzzz.

Snuggle Sackzzz are novelty sleeping bags for children that are washable with a removable inner mattress and pillow. Not only can you choose between an exciting variety of beautiful and fun fabrics to match their bedroom décor or favourite colours, there is also the option of interchangeable covers for Summer (lined with cotton) or Winter (lined with fleece or flannel). They offer three different sizes for kids up to the age of about 10, with a cute secret pocket to store their sleep time teddy, toy or midnight snacks! Snuggle Sackzzz are made

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Pooch Pouchzzz come in three different sizes for miniature, small or medium sized dogs. For larger breeds, there is a big comfy pillow available. The soft fleece makes these designer dog beds perfect for Summer or Winter as dogs sleep on top when it’s hot and inside when it’s cold!

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Pre-Primary

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A Hamptons child is a happy child. We work hard, we eat healthy, we exercise and most of all we always give our best!

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We Offer: • A curriculum that caters for the holistic development of all its pupils (CAPS) • A safe, secure and tranquil environment • SMALL CLASSES (19 or less) • EXCELLENT EDUCATIONAL STANDARDS • Air conditioned classrooms • A warm and “homely” aftercare service • Private school • Registered with the Department of Education Limited space available. We are offering grades 1,2,3, 4 & 5. Coming in 2017 grade 6.

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Uncle Jumbo’s Christmas Party The 41st annual Uncle Jumbo’s Christmas Party, hosted by the Kloof Round Table, is taking place from 3 to 12 December (excluding Sunday 6 December) on the field outside Kloof Civic Hall. All proceeds go to charity and the gifts that are donated by the audience are given to orphanages in the local community.

Uncle Jumbo’s Christmas Party is an annual pantomime performed by the members of Kloof Round Table, their wives and children.

Money collected via admissions is used by Kloof Round table to help local communities by means of donations.

The show has standard characters in the form of Mr Plod, Noddy, Big Ears and Uncle Jumbo. Each year the show features other TV characters that are popular with the children.

The show starts at 7pm and tickets are R50 each. There will be food and drinks for sale.

Guests are requested to bring a wrapped gift for their children with children’s names on the gift, and a wrapped gift for charity with the appropriate age and sex of who the gift can be given to, as well as unwanted toys, blankets or food to be placed in the charity box.

On 11 November there will be a charity Tickets can be purchased from Kloof matinee show for orphans and children Village Spar or by calling 071 871 3272. from places of safety to watch the show. Limited tickets are for sale at the door.

The children are treated to something to For more information visit the Facebook eat and drink and a present from Father page: Uncle Jumbo’s Christmas Party Christmas, purchased by the service club (Kloof, KZN). that brought them.

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ART

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Small “Feet” to Big “Feats” • 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

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Junglecubs Pre-School Junglecubs Pre-School has been under the ownership of Sarah Tryon for the last nine years. Junglecubs is a school with a fantastic reputation, not only for the excellent standard of academics, but for the warm, loving and caring environment it offers.

used as a guide to their holistic approach. All children are adequately prepared for Grade R and exceed school readiness standards.

Extra mural activities such as ballet, hiphop, tap, Monkeynastix, karate, Manners for Minors, Busy Ballers and Soccer Stars complement their programme. Junglecub’s The programme is guided by the educational beautiful park-like outdoor playground principal, Lariaan Claassens, who holds an lays a good foundation for gross motor honours degree in Special Needs Education development. and Sunitha Mohanlall, a Grade R specialist.

The focus of their curriculum is to create Junglecubs also offers a fantastic baby a secure environment where children nursery and toddler facility where the learn through play and where each child’s utmost care is given to hygiene, meals and happiness is of the essence. Children who care. Junglecubs has an amazing team of experience barriers to learning are carefully staff who are known for their dynamic, monitored under the guidance of an passionate care and education they deliver. occupational therapist. Extensive research This school is the best “second mother” into reading approaches and mathematical your child could ever have! development contributes towards the setting of the programme. A British phonics Pay them a visit, between 9am system is used in conjunction with the and 11am any weekday at Letterland programme. The CAPS document 145 Umhlanga Rocks Drive provided by the Education Department is or phone on 031 – 563 7597.

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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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PRE-SCHOOL AND BABY CARE • 3 Months to 6 Years • Home Away From Home • Snack and Cooked Lunch Provided • Play Area with Astroturf!

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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.

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The video solutions are based online but will also be provided in DVD format for Grade 12 Mathematics and Physics. In 2016 they will have their full offering on SD cards which will allow offline access. In this way, any student in South Africa can gain access to a quality teacher for the specific problem What makes their resources unique is that they are struggling with. they have created exam papers where every question is linked to a video solution While their full resources do require taught by an experienced teacher, showing payment for use, 40% of the exams and you how to go through the problem, step by solution videos created by Paper Video step. Every book of exams contains links to are available entirely for free. They have hundreds of video solutions that amount to also partnered with the Actuarial Society dozens of hours of teaching time. of South Africa (ASSA) with whom they work to provide the sponsorship of their One of the biggest obstacles faced by full resources to those schools and students many students in South Africa is the lack that would otherwise not be able to afford of access to quality educators during exam them. preparation. Paper Video uses technology and innovation to overcome this obstacle For more information visit by dramatically increasing the reach of www.papervideo.co.za. excellent teachers.

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Cottonfield Pre-Primary We bring out the best in your child

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SKS CLASS OF MATHS Experienced Maths teacher (over 27 years’ experience) offering extra Maths group lessons for grades 1 to 10 • Mondays to Thursdays 3pm to 5pm • Saturdays 7:30am to 1pm • Home Schooling • GLEN ANIL AREA Shereen • 083 776 1866

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.

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BROADACRES PREPRIMARY Lays the best foundation upon which to build further education.

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MONTESSORI UMHLANGA PRE - SCHOOL & AFTERCARE We are the official feeder school for Hamptons Primary School (Grades 1 - 4)

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Learning To Be Sun Smart The Be Sun Smart school programme makes sunscreen instantly accessible to school goers and instils vital sun safety habits from an early age.

Be Sun Smart, a school programme which installs serviced Nivea Sun sunscreen dispensers at schools in KwaZulu-Natal and provides sun safety education, is gearing up for the Summer season ahead.

Temperatures will soon start to rise, and the UV index along with it. This means that we’re all more at risk of damage from UV rays, with children the most vulnerable to sun exposure. “Often mothers send children to school with sunscreen, but it never leaves their school bag. We’re on a drive to get schools prepared and equipped with sunscreen before it really gets hot outside,” says Hayleigh Bott, co-founder of Be Sun Smart.

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Be Sun Smart was launched in KwaZuluNatal in 2014 by two concerned Durban mothers, Hayleigh Bott and Donna Short, in partnership with Nivea Sun. The objectives are threefold. Firstly, to make sunscreen instantly accessible when and where it is needed most at schools, secondly, to make sun care part of children’s every day routine and thirdly, to educate children on sun safety. The Be Sun Smart programme aims to make the process of introducing and implementing sunscreen use to pupils far easier for schools. With 44 schools signed up, and roughly 6 775 pupils getting UV protection at school through this programme, Be Sun Smart is gaining momentum in KwaZulu-Natal.

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Moustaches have become very trendy, and with Movember upon us, here are five ‘posh’ top tips for a classy “stache” party.

1. Décor: For a classy look and feel, think back to the 1920s – draw inspiration from this posh Great Gatsby era by using sparkly gold table runners and elements, paired with black tablecloths and napkins. The black elements will assist in providing a “manly” feel to the event.

2. Snacks: Ask a caterer to provide classy canapés, served by smartly dressed waitrons. Add a candy table in with a classy display of candy in blacks, golds and whites – this will be a huge hit with your guests.

3. Drinks: Cocktails and champagne are the way to go to keep the classy atmosphere, but don’t forget about the gents – perhaps consider a superb local craft beer or two, served in posh beer glasses.

4. Atmosphere: There are so many great local musicians available for private functions these days, so why not splurge a little and bring in a live band to finish off the perfect, classy atmosphere.

5. Entertainment: Lastly, don’t forget a photo-booth and “stache” props so that your guests have a memento of this fabulous evening! Encourage your friends/ guests participate in a fundraising activity during the evening to raise funds and awareness for this very worthy cause that is Movember.

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Have a Fun Science Secret Lab Party Fun Science Secret Lab offers Science birthday parties, school shows and seminars – introducing Science to children from five to 12 years in a fun and enjoyable way.

“The idea for Fun Science Secret Lab entertainment came after 10 years’ experience of trying to organise a perfect party for my own daughter,” explained Kateryna Koshkidko, founder of Fun Science Secret Lab.

• Birthday Parties • Fun Science Extra-mural activities • School Shows • Corporate Events Creating volcanoes and geysers, tornadoes and snowstorms, making jellyfish and revealing secret messages will make science memorable and fun!

“I fully realise the terrific amount of preparation that goes on beforehand. The pressure to get it all right is immense and quite often it does not end when the guests arrive. That is why party entertainment is so important!”

The Fun Science Secret Lab team is made up of mothers and enthusiastic young people who are determined to make science memorable and fun, be it at a birthday party, a school seminar, an extramural class or an entertaining event show.

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The birthday programmes include ‘Travelling Around the World’, ‘Detective Science Party’, ‘Little Scientist’ and ‘Science in Teams’.

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As parents of three little ones, we are always on the hunt for fun things to do as a family and just the mere mention of a possible visit to Lucky Bean has my kids nagging daily “are we going to Lucky Bean today?”

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Lucky Bean is idyllic for parents and kids alike. There is also a party shed to hire and a shop that I just love scratching in – it has the most wonderful selection of dress-up clothes for sale, everything from Batman, Snow White, Princess Sofia and Elsa from Frozen to Toothless from How to Train your Dragon. The kids have been on a mission collecting their good behaviour stickers in order to choose something from the shop.

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• Undercover Playshed • Beautiful Playgarden • Party Shed For Hire • Coffee Shop • Best Dress Up Shop

Lucky Bean is open Tuesday to Sunday, 9am to 4pm. Visit www.luckybean.co.

FREE holiday activities. Like our Facebook page for details - www.facebook.com/luckybeankids www.luckybean.co (no za) or info@luckybean.co (no za)

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Party Life TAilorEd PACkAgES • Adult Parties/ Corporate Events • Balloon Artistry • Airbrush Tattoos • A Photographer

WE DELIVER

AFFORDABLE JUMPING CASTLES

082 574 3230

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• Barney Castle • Ball Castle • Barbie Castle • Slide Castle • Shaded Castle • Bubble Machine • Generator • Kiddies’ Tables & Chairs • Chocolate Fountain Tel. 031 - 262 5640 or 083 777 8878

dillytheclown@iburst.co.za

DURBAN PAINTBALL

074 804 9289 amykarsen@gmail.com www.brushstrokes.co.za

• Pre-packed for School Fundraising • Machine Rental • Birthday Parties • Marke t Days • Free Deli ver y

The Candy Man 083 966 7417 thecandyman@vodamail.co.za

GABY’S

Make up Artistry

• BIRTHDAY PARTIES • CORPORATE EVENTS • TEAM BUILDING • GROUP EVENTS

Durban North: 076 444 5570

Face Painting

• Skin care and hygiene is top priority • Paints safe to use • EU-compliant products • Waterbased/easy to remove • Parties also available during school hours

Candy Floss & Popcorn

Play at our venue or we can come to your venue.

www.durbanpaintball.co.za

076 444 5570

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PARTIES & SCHOOLS

GOLDEN HOURS FAMILY MARKET Uitsig Rd, Dbn North (Near Hyper)

Party Bookings open for 2016!

Market every Sunday

Face painting Games Pamper parties Christmas parties Arts & crafts Corporate fun days School fun days Gold & Silver jewellery tattoos!

Latest Hollywood craze!

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NEW TRADERS! Lyn 083 262 3693

Birthday Pamper Parties!

• Nail Art • Manis • Pedis • Make–Up • Mini Facials Only R100pp. Travel fee will apply

Michelle 083 785 6044

082 782 6432 | info@boot-camp.co.za www.boot-camp.co.za | GIBA VALLEY

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WHITE WATER RAFTING

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Great Cakes For All Occasions!

079 903 1992 • sales@houseoftreats.co.za Image cakes from

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An Event Entertainer to Suit Your Special Function Now that another year has passed, how will you celebrate your year-end function or next special event? The answer? Hire a specialist! You want someone who has spent years working on and perfecting their programme, someone who has performed thousands of times in front of live audiences – locally and internationally.

Adrian is available for comedy stand up shows or ‘blow-your-mind’ close-up magic.

Bedazzle your staff and amaze your clients!

Create a lasting impact and see your event stand apart from rest.

Hire Adrian Smith – professional comedy magician! Whether he’s performing at a birthday party, close-up magic at a wedding or corporate dinner function, or performing in front of larger audiences on cruise ships (MSC Sinfonia and Opera) – Adrian’s memorable and magic entertainment intrigues audiences wherever he goes – and it has taken him all over the world.

Adrian’s wit and charm offers a fresh take on conventional magic and his cheeky character and sharp sense of humour are guaranteed to leave you in hysterics and be a hit at your year-end event.

Contact Adrian Smith on magic@themagician.co.za or visit www.themagician.co.za for price and package options.

balloon supplies, printing & decorating Instead of a Christmas tree this year why not try a funky tree!

031 573 1126 • 079 390 3838 • balloonsj4u@icon.co.za 67 Northway (Entrance off Romsey), Durban North www.balloonsjust4u.co.za www.mumsmail.com

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Machine Rental

Candy Floss

Popcorn

083 966 7417 machinerental@vodamail.co.za

Fun & Laughter with

TOM & Little Top Parties

NOVELTY CAKES • CUPCAKES • SUPPLIES • WORKSHOPS

NOVEMBER SPECIALS

32 FREE mini vanilla yoghurt cupcakes with any 2D or 3D novelty cakes 16 FREE mini vanilla yoghurt cupcakes with a 30cm image cake (on presentation of this advert)

031 - 569 1625 • www.thelittlecakecompany.co.za orders@thelittlecakecompany.co.za

A Birthday Function that’s Unforgettable All Ages 1 - 101

BOOK NOW FOR YOUR YEAR END FUNCTION Children or Corporate shows

Adrian the Magician

Magical Circus Shows Face Painting Balloons Stilt Walking Games Clowns Pirates Fairies & lots more...

031 - 811 4145 info@bigtop.co.za www.bigtop.co.za

8 reasons to choose Magician Adrian Smith 1. 25 years’ amazing results 2. Specialising in children’s entertainment 3. Exclusive money back guarantee 4. Customised packages 5. Your child - the star of the show 6. Comedy magic 7. Funny puppetry 8. Available Monday - Sunday

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

costume carnival 'Cos dressing up is FUN for all ages

Adult & Kids’ FAncy dress Hire • Costumes for school events & parties available Fear Factor and Survivor Parties, Balloon Sculpts, Face Painting, Clowns, Barbie, Fairy, Princess, Mermaid, Combat Man, Pirate, Power Rangers, Spiderman, Karate Character...

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All new Sofia, Elsa and Turtles Mascots!

bookings@1potato2.co.za

4 on Broadway, Dbn North 031 563 1561 083 258 0635 • 081 470 4661 www.costumecarnival.co.za

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Something Old, Something New, Something ‘Spaza’ Just For You Traditions, holidays and gifts seem to be the order of the day as November arrives on our calendar. Remembering holiday traditions as the family grows up and getting opportunities to create new memories makes this time of year special in many ways. The idea of going to a spaza style shop in a modern shopping centre will give moms a taste of the old and the new, and provide something different for the family this festive season. Wart and Fish has sourced some lovely classic toys from Melissa and Doug. The classic range has great traditional wooden toys and games. Pound-a-peg remains a popular toy.

Spaza-style brooms, wire bicycles, enamel cups, buckets and bowls are all part of the traditional spaza shop.

“When we were living in Botswana we decided to have a ‘bush Christmas’. A traditional tree was not available so we found a spiky branch from an acacia tree and made our own decorations from seed pods and dried grasses. We had a lot of fun creating a true African Christmas tree and spending time together on the decorations,” says Tina Wither of Wart and Fish.

- BIRTHDAY PARTIES - SCHOOL EDUCATIONALS - SNAKE ID & AWARENESS - EVENTS & FUNDRAISERS

Dean 074 885 7651 reptilepartytime@yahoo.com www.reptilepartytime.co.za Find us on Facebook!

Funtastic Fun For All • Shows • Stories • Magic • Balloons • Face Painting • Magician • Edu-Shows • Fairy Show Adi Paxton aka Cherry the Clown 031 - 201 2515 or 031 - 201 2613 or 083 725 0925 adi@cherryco.co.za www.cherryco.co.za

• Princess • Barbie • Bratz • Spiderman • Barney • Winnie the Pooh • Bob the Builder • Strawberry Shortcake • Slide Castle • Splash Slide • 3-in-1 Jumping Castle • New Hannah Montana HELIUM BALLOONS

PARTY FURNITURE

• Kiddies’ Tables & Chairs • Chair Covers & Table Cloths • TRESTLES, ADULT CHAIRS & COVERS NOW OFFERING KIDS’ THEMED SET UP PARTIES. WE DELIVER! Whatsapp: 083 777 8879 partytime10@mtn.blackberry.com Bbm pin: 2CO7D9BO

Home kits & Gift packs also available Contact Leanne 063 362 7720 leavr@mweb.co.za

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Exquisitely talented guitarist and lead vocalist make up a 2 man band, music from the 60s to the latest (incl. spectacular Santana music rendition on request). Tailor make your function by adding DJ and Karaoke for an extra special event!

For more information visit the Wart and Fish Facebook page: www.facebook.com/wartandfish.

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Wart and Fish Spaza Shop at Windermere has some great holiday gift ideas: • Stocking fillers galore. • Baker-baker gift ideas and aprons. • Shweshwe style Christmas bunting.

They invite you to enjoy a different shopping experience and see how to blend old and new traditions and gift ideas for the festive season.

WIN WIN WIN Mum’s Mail has a string of Christmas bunting from Wart and Fish to give away.

Visit www.mumsmail.com to enter.

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Aladdin Grey Street You are in for a treat at this year’s adult pantomime, Aladdin Grey Street, with the announcement of comedian/radio personality/MC, Darren Maule, joining the cast.

A morning radio presenter by day, Maule will don a somewhat different public persona, that of the Genie of the Lamp in this year’s grown-up version of Aladdin Grey Street.

Joining Maule on stage will be perennial panto regular, Anthony Stonier who plays Widow Twanky, TQ Zondi as Aladdin, Rowan Bartlett as Princess Jasmine, Mpilo ‘Straw’ Nzimande as Genie of the Ring, Katy Moore as Evil Sultana and Clinton Small as the laundry assistant. Written and directed

by Darren King, Aladdin Grey Street promises to be a bumper offering of good old fashioned belly laughs and a liberal dose of saucy naughty gags.

Take Aladdin, a street urchin, and move his story to Durban. Take his poor longsuffering mother, the Widow Twanky, and put her laundry in Grey Street. Add one evil sultana, one lonely princess, a genie with sangoma powers and a laundry assistant with a naughty name, and you have a local production brimming with fun, nonsense and topical jokes.

The show runs from 10 November to 30 December at the Centenary Room, Greyville Racecourse (Gate 15). There are a wide selection of dining options and corporate packages available and tickets range from R130 to R170.

Book at Computicket or contact Ailsa on 083 250 2690 or editor.goingplacessa@gmail.com for all details and personalised bookings.

WIN WIN WIN Mum’s Mail has four pairs of tickets to give away for 10 November.

Visit www.mumsmail.com to enter.

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Everyday Life

eni Steam Railw Umg“WESLEY” SAR CLASS 19D 2685 ay Est. 1982

“THE INCHANGA CHOO CHOO STEAM TRAIN”

PUPPIES FOR ADOPTION

on The Valley of a Thousand Hills Line

Sun. 29 Nov. @ 08:30 & 12:30

FATHER CHRISTMAS CHOO CHOO

SAT. 19 DEC. @ 08:30, 12:30 & 17:00* SUN. 20 DEC. @ 08:30, 12:30 & 17:00* *17:00 are Christmas Carol Trains

Sat. 26 Dec. @ 08:30, 12:30 & 17:00 Sun. 27 Dec.@ 08:30, 12:30 & 17:00 Sat. 2 & Sun. 3 Jan @ 08:30, 12:30 & 17:00 KLOOF STATION (STOKERS ARMS) TO INCHANGA STATION CRAFT MARKET (All Return Trips)

LARRY male, 16 weeks

LAYLA female, 16 weeks

LEE female, 16 weeks

LEXI female, 16 weeks

LISA female, 16 weeks

LOLLY female, 16 weeks

LIZ female, 16 weeks

LULU female, 16 weeks

• ADULTS R 200 • PENSIONER & CHILD (2-12 yrs) R 140 AT INCHANGA STATION: CRAFT MARKET, MUSEUM, FOOD TO SUIT MOST TASTES & PICNIC AREA

BOOK EARLY - TRAINS ARE ALMOST FULL!

ONLINE BOOKING www.umgenisteamrailway.co.za or phone 087 808 7715 or 082 353 6003

For adoptions: Contact Jenny adoptions@aacldurban.co.za

(031) 736 9093

Address: Artesia Farm, 53 Artesia Avenue (D657), Leckhampton Valley, Hammarsdale.

GPS Co-ordinates: S 29° 46’6 E 30° 38’9

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SCHOOL GROUPS/ FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT

* DINO’S ALIVE - Venue: Suncoast Casino 12 Nov - 10 Jan BOOKING SPECIAL - R60 per pupil in school groups of 20 or more

BULK BOOKING SPECIALS: RESERVE 10 & ONLY PAY FOR 8 * Ian von Memerty’s FANTASTIC 50 - Venue: Sneddon Theatre (UKZN) 11 - 22 Nov * Puss in Boots: Family Pantomime - Venue: Sneddon Theatre (UKZN) 4 Dec - 10 Jan *Queen: It’s a Kinda Magic - Venue: iZulu Theatre Sibaya 10 Dec - 10 Jan; ONE NIGHT ONLY - Venues: Wildcoast Casino (DBN) 5 Jan; Artscape (CT) 11 - 22 Nov; Joburg Theatre (Gauteng) 14 Jan - 7 Feb *ABBA - Venue: Wild Coast Sun Casino 30 Dec - 2 Jan

BULK BOOKINGS/ CORPORATE ENTERTAINMENT * Aladdin (Durban Adult Panto) - Venue: Greyville Centenary Room 10 Nov - 30 Dec * Wine Pairing Extravaganza - The EASY EATING TASTE EXPERIENCE - Venue: 8 Morrison Street 30 October; 6 Nov; 13 Nov; 20 Nov; FOOD CONFERENCE 5 Dec

VIP EXPERIENCE World Religions in Concert - Venue: Denis Hurley Centre/ Emmanuel Cathedral ONE NIGHT ONLY 9 Nov CONTACT: GOINGPLACESSA on 083 250 2690/ 071 865 8199

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Experience the Valley of a 1000 Hills Like Never Before CREATING A CULTURE OF ADOPTION

adoption

Monteseel Adventures is an outdoor 4x4 adventure company based halfway between Durban and Pietermaritzburg in a residential area called Monteseel. Their mission is to introduce 4x4 owners and other like-minded individuals to the natural, open spaces in and around The Valley of a 1000 Hills, and in the process create economic opportunities for the locals in the areas where they operate.

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The Sikelekehleni Riverine 4x4 trail ismums a firm mail advert with outlines.indd favourite amongst first timers and is a grade 1 to 3 trail. Monteseel Adventures will be taking guests on this trail on 16 December – this will be a Ladies’ 4x4 Fun Day. Vehicles will leave The Hacienda Pub & Grill at 9am in convoy and will descend into the Valley of 1000 Hills and onto the Sikelekehleni Riverine 4x4 Trail.

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They will drive to the Mfula Picnic Spot, managed and maintained by Durban Green Corridor trained guide, Sibusiso Shangase.

Guests can swim in the Mqeku River pools and enjoy a braai. Guests are asked to take their own picnic lunch/braai meat and drinks. The trip home will be along dirt and tar roads back to The Hacienda Pub and Grill.

The cost is R400 per vehicle for women drivers, or R550 for men drivers (this includes all the family/friends you can fit into your vehicle). Trail leaders are Jacques Malan (who has many years’ experience in the valley) and James Peter Morrow.

For more information or to book e-mail Jacques on malanjj@mweb.co.za.

WIN WIN WIN Mum’s Mail has one Monteseel Adventures 4x4 experience to give away (choice of 6, 16 or 27 December, for a mom and two guests).

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The Baby House is a safe haven for abandoned and orphaned babies and babies given up for adoption.

The Baby House is a project of The Peace Agency. The Peace Agency is a registered non profit and public benefit organisation.

NPO 088/756 PBO 930036293 For more information visit www.peaceagency.org.za

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1000 Women Trust

1000 Women, One Voice: Make Yourself Heard One in every four women in South Africa is in an abusive relationship. Every six days a woman in South Africa is murdered by her intimate partner. Every 25 seconds a woman or girl is raped in South Africa.

knowledge to women living in abusive relationships.

If you can’t attend the event, there are many ways – big and small – that you can get involved in this initiative. Please send an Join the ‘1000 Women 1 Voice’ initiative e-mail to info@1000women.co.za for more and take a stand on behalf of all South information.

African women and girls.

1000 women, make yourself heard!

You are invited to the launch of the 1000 Women Trust – the KZN launch is at the Tsogo Sun Garden Court South Beach Hotel in Durban on Thursday 26 November at 9.30am.

Tickets cost R150 per person for brunch.

Alternatively you can become an ambassador and pay R1 000 for your ticket or R10 000 for a table of 10.

The proceeds will strengthen women-led initiatives across the country that work tirelessly to bring hope, protection and

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To RSVP contact Tina Thiart on 021 – 782 8816 or e-mail tina@1000women.co.za.

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Bridge Drive for Charity The 31 Club invites you to celebrate Christmas at their Bridge Drive on 12 November at the Sea Cottage Room, Greyville Racecourse, from 8.30am. Tea, coffee, snacks and a delicious lunch will be served. Tickets cost R250 per person. Seats are selling fast, so you need to book quickly!

The 31 Club is a registered non-profit fund raising organisation which was formed in 1962 by a group of women under the chairmanship of Norma Rattray. As the group consisted of 31 volunteers, the club was named accordingly, and membership remains at a maximum of 31 members, who work on a voluntary basis. The principal aim of the 31 Club is to raise funds for charities in Kwa-Zulu Natal.

The 31 Club is a very successful organisation, with approximately 98% of all funds raised being distributed to selected and monitored charities, which the club has done for over 53 years. The most important aspect of the charity organisation is that no cash is handed to any charities - rather they establish what each charity requires and then purchase/source the items, deliver them and check on the charities on an ongoing basis.

All catering and/or décor for their fundraising functions is done by the members of the club, with different themes each time, and with great attention given to detail and presentation, making their functions well worth attending. There are over 200 “sleeping members” who assist with various functions, offering their time and expertise in the organisation and implementation of their fundraising events.

In the last financial year the 31 Club raised over R 770 000 for charities.

To book contact Pam Alexander on portland@iafrica.com or 082 457 8554.

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Your Child’s First Game Roll and Play is the first game ever designed specifically for toddlers!

To play, simply toss the big plush cube and identify which coloured side faces up.

Choose a matching colour card and perform the simple activity shown – “Make a happy face,” or “moo like a cow”.

The activities supported by Roll and Play are designed to help your child shine, supporting healthy development and celebrating success!

Roll and Play is the ideal way to gently introduce play patterns and rules through a loving, joyful play experience!

• Ages: 18 months and up.

• Players: two or more.

• Features: one large plush cube.

• 48 Cards – eight in each category.

• Storage pocket for cards.

• Parent’s guide.

Subscribe to our newsletter on www.mumsmail.com

Contact: Jenny Beeton, Think Tank Distributors, 082 267 7519, info@ttdistributors.co.za or visit www.ttdistributors.co.za.

WIN WIN WIN Mum’s Mail has three Roll and Play games to give away.

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Fashionable and Comfortable Baby Wear

SUNCOAST

The ‘mah originals’ baby clothing range has artwork that embraces South African vernacular languages. This is a first for South Africa, as there are only baby clothes written in English, with a limited number in Afrikaans. The only baby items written in African languages are personalised baby items and they only cater for baby names.

To introduce this concept, mah originals has started with universal words such as “mama” or “baba” which are interchangeably used in different languages in South Africa.

Their babywear is made from 100% soft cotton fabric with special attention to making seams gentle for baby’s skin. The clothing range is for children from 0 to two years old. The leggings have a soft rib waistband to prevent any elastic cutting into baby’s tummy. The baby grows and onesies have front or envelope neck openings which make for easy dressing.

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The range is made in South Africa but is available worldwide via the online shop at www.mahoriginals.co.za. They pride themselves on the quality of their clothing and the range is carefully thought out and attention has been paid to each and every step of the process.

For more information visit www. mahoriginals. co.za or phone 081 872 2263.

WIN WIN WIN Mum’s Mail has one white crossover onesie to give away. Visit www.mumsmail. com to enter.

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Charity

Busy Life • Quality Month • Red Ribbon Month • 3 Nov – 3 Dec: National Disability Awareness Month • CANSA Men’s Awareness Month • 2: National Children’s Day • 4 – 10: National Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Week • 2 – 6: SADC Malaria Week • 6: SADC Malaria Day • 9: World Quality Day • 9: World Adoption Day • 14: World Diabetes Day • 25: International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women • 25 Nov – 10 Dec: 16 Days of Activism for No Violence Against Women and Children.

• 30 Oct – Nov, ART EXHIBITION, with Des Freeman, Andrew Mather, Deirdre Schoultz, Johanni Ackermann, Vanessa, 031 – 563 9040.

• 1 – 17 Nov, DEMOCRACY EXHIBITION, a beautiful beadwork exhibition by Nkululeko Chiliza, Sphamnadla Mdluli & Nobuhle Chamane, Woza Moya Gallery, 237 Old Main Rd, Bothas Hill (next to Kearsney College).

• 1 – 30 Nov (Tues & Wed), 9am – 12pm (Tues), 6pm – 9pm (Wed), MOSAIC CLASSES, Kloof, www.kznmosaics.co.za, Sheila, sheila@kznmosaics.co.za, R75 p/session + materials.

• 3 Nov (1st Tues monthly), 9am, LA LUCIA CAKE DECORATORS’ GUILD, La Lucia Library, visitors welcome, cost R20, Liz, 031 – 564 6903, 083 701 0580.

• 7, 14, 21, 28 Nov (Sat), 9am – 11am, Durban North, PAINTING, DRAWING, METHODS & TECHNIQUES (ages 8 – 18 years), Suzette, 074 178 9388.

• 14 Nov (2nd Sat monthly), 9am, NORTH COAST ARTISTS DEMO & MEETING, Church of the Blessed Sacrament, Glenashley, visitors R40, members R30, refreshments included, www.north-coast-artists.com.

• 14 – 15 Nov, FIRST GLIMPSE POP UP ARTIST EXHIBITION, The Breathing Space, 98 Bulwer Road, Glenwood, free entry, an initiative to promote both professional and amateur artists, potters, jewellery designers, 082 786 4496, firstglimpse1@ gmail.com.

• 25 Nov, 6pm, SOMEWHERE IN AFRICA EXHIBITION OPENING, Elizabeth Gordon Gallery, 120 Florida Road, 031 – 303 8133, joy@elizabethgordon.co.za.

• 29 & 30 Oct, WOMEN’S WORLD AFRICA EXPO, Greenwood Community Hall, 726 Chris Hani Road, Durban North, women from all over Africa will showcase their products, proceeds go towards providing cancer education, screening & prevention programmes, www.wowexpo.co.za.

• 5 Nov (1st Thurs monthly), 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.

• 10 Nov, 7am – 9am, BUSINESS BREAKFAST WITH CLEM SUNTER, Durban Country Club, R450pp, 011 – 326 1740, admin@eventmechanics.co.za.

• 17 Nov, 9am – 4pm, MEGA PROFITS SMALL BUSINESS RETREAT, Westville Civic Centre, R1250pp or early bird special of R950pp, howzit@squarelime.durban, 084 516 2270, www. squarelime.durban.

• 18 Nov 6.30pm UMHLANGA WOMEN ACHIEVERS’ YEAR-END AWARDS DINNER, Gateway Hotel, the UWA is networking organisation that meets on a monthly basis, to book visit www.umhlangawomenachievers.co.za.

• 18 Nov (Wed), 9am – 12pm, BWA BUSINESS EXPO 2015, Moses Mabhida Stadium, R350pp (members), R495 (nonmembers), a unique opportunity for local businesswomen to showcase their goods and services, bookings: dbn@bwasa. co.za, 031 – 777 1053, www.bwasa.co.za.

• 27 Nov (last Fri monthly), 10am, HIRSCH’S WOMEN IN

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BUSINESS NETWORKING, Hirsch’s Springfield, free entry, RSVP: Bianca, 031 – 242 2600, bianca@hirrschs.co.za.

• 29 Oct, COMMUNITY CHEST CHARITY GOLF DAY, Royal Durban Golf Club, R2000 per 4ball, dinner, prizes, raffles & more, enter at www.wardevents.co.za or Dave, 082 492 1995, info@wardevents.co.za.

• 1 – 30 Nov (Mon, Thurs, Sat), 8am – 12pm, KLOOF & HIGHWAY SPCA OPEN MARKET DAYS, charity shop, tea garden & nursery open to public, 29 Village Rd, Kloof, 031 – 764 1212/3.

• 1 – 30 Nov (Mon-Thurs), 8am – 3pm, DONATION STATION CHARITY SHOP, 20 Clarence Road, Greyville, donations of new or reusable item gladly accepted, charity shop – all sales directly benefit the children of Child Welfare Durban & District, 031 – 312 9313.

• 9 Nov, CANSA NIGHT OF 100 STARS, annual fundraiser for CANSA, a glittering gala event, 031 – 205 9525.

• 12 Nov, SIZANANI CENTRE FUNDRAISER, The Barnyard Theatre, R155pp, R1 550 per table, Juanita on 031 – 206 1479 or helpfind4u@gmail.com.

• 12 Nov, 8.30am, 31 CLUB’S BRIDGE DRIVE, Sea Cottage Room, Greyville Racecourse, coffee snacks, lunch, R250pp, all proceeds go to charity, Pam Alexander, Portland@iafrica.com or 082 457 8554.

• 13 Nov, 10am, CROW 2015 GOLF DAY, Durban Country Club, support KZN’s longest serving wildlife rehabilitation centre, Paul, 031 – 462 1127, info@crowkzn.co.za.

• 21 – 22 Nov, DADS & LADS CAMPOUT FOR HOSPICE, College Rovers rugby fields, inflatables, fun games, food, heaps of fun, R50 per tent, R50 per camper, Johno, 031 – 208 6110, fundraising@hospice.co.za.

• 25 Nov, 9.30am, 1000 WOMEN TRUST – THE KZN LAUNCH, Tsogo Sun Garden Court South Beach Hotel, Durban, join the ‘1000 Women 1 Voice’ initiative and take a stand on behalf of all abused South African women and girls, proceeds will strengthen women-led initiatives that work to bring hope, protection and knowledge to women living in abusive relationships, tickets are R150pp for brunch, Tina Thiart, 021 – 782 8816, tina@1000women.co.za.

• 26 Nov (last Thurs monthly), 9.30am – 11.30am, GOLDEN PAW SOCIETY, Kloof & Highway SPCA tea garden, 29 Village Road, Kloof, Barbara, 031 – 764 1212, fundraising@kloofspca. co.za.

• 26 Nov, FEED THE BABIES FUND FUNDRAISING GOLF DAY, R2 000 per four ball, sponsorship is R1 000 per hole, sponsor a hole or donate a prize, Fazana, 031 – 201 4682, info@ feedthebabiesfund.org.za.

• 28 Nov, 9am – 2pm, HIGHWAY HOSPICE CHRISTMAS FETE, highway Hospice, 59 Locksley Drive, Sherwood, Cheryl, 031 – 208 6110, fundraising@hospice.co.za.

• 29 & 30 Oct, 9am – 5pm, THE CHRISTMAS FAIR FUND’S COUNTRY FAIR, Collisheen Estate, Ballito, www.facebook. com/ChristmasFairFund.

• 3 – 12 Dec, UNCLE JUMBO’S CHRISTMAS PARTY, Kloof Civic Hall outer fields, hosted by Kloof Round Table, all proceeds go to charity, guests are asked to donate gifts/toys, tickets from Kloof Village Spar or 071 871 3272.

• 1 – 30 Nov, VARIOUS COOKING CLASSES, Gecko Culinary Adventures, 596B Musgrave Road, Durban, cooking@ geckoschool.co.za.

• 1 – 30 Nov, VARIOUS DOMESTIC WORKERS COOKING CLASSES, from Umhlanga to Upper Highway, danielle@pheka. co.za, www.pheka.co.za, 072 261 5192.

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• 10 & 12 Nov, BEGINNERS DSLR CAMERA PHOTOGRAPHY CLASS, info@aniorphotography.co.za, www.aniorphotography. co.za.

• 10 11, 12, 17, 18 Nov, 4pm – 6pm, MIND MOVES LEARNING BOOSTER CORE WORKSHOPS with Michaela de Gier, 90 Danville Ave, Glenashley, R750pp, book by 8 Nov: Michaela. degier@mindmoves.co.za, 074 101 2616, www.mindmoves. co.za.

• 14 Nov, 9am – 1pm, FREE WORKSHOP – ADOPTION 101 – CREATING A CULTURE OF ADOPTION, Onecity Church, 38 Jan Hofmeyer Rd, Westville, RSVP by 12 Nov: info@peacagency. org.za.

• 30 Nov – 22 Dec, 8.30am – 3.30pm, HOLIDAY TECH BOOTCAMPS FOR KIDS, Compukids (Umhlanga, Durban North, Musgrave, Amanzimtoti, Hillcrest, Westville, Bluff), game development, mobile app development, Minecraft modding, graphic design, robotics, 3D printing, R995pp for 2-day course, 081 835 8270, info@compukids.me, www. compukids.me.

• 1 – 30 Nov (various days & times), COMPUTER EXTRAMURAL LESSONS/E-LEARNER COMPUTER COURSES, learn computer skills in a fun environment, Gr4-Gr7 levels, Computers4Kids, 124 Ridgeton Towers, 6 Aurora Drive, Umhlanga Ridge, Marlini, 074 113 8364, umhlanga@computers4kids.co.za, www.computers4kids.co.za.

• 1 – 30 Nov, BOOKS2YOU BOOK FAIRS, various schools in KZN, hundreds of books to discover, every book bought helps get free books for your school, Kathy, 031-705 7744, orders@ books2you.co.za, www.books2you.co.za • 1 – 30 Nov, 9am – 3pm, various weekends, INCLUSION EDUCATIONAL COURSES, R5 850, 6 courses, ETDP SETA (Educational SETA) = 55 credits & SACE (CDP points), Sandra, 083 709 4543, sandramontague@telkomsa.net.

• 1 – 30 Nov, 9am – 12pm, VARIOUS STUDY SKILLS COURSES, learn to study smarter, Kip McGrath Education Centre, 125 Ridgeton Towers, 6 Aurora Drive, Umhlanga Ridge, Tracy, 031 – 566 1110, 082 042 2556, www.kipmcgrath.co.za, admin@ kipumhlanga.co.za.

• 1 – 30 Nov, VARIOUS COOKING CLASSES, Cooking Cooks, 90 Dawncliffe Rd, Westville, to book e-mail info@cookingcooks. co.za, 031 – 266 8488, 082 543 0543, www.cookingcooks. co.za.

• 11, 14, 15, 17, 18 Dec, 10am – 12pm, KIDS KITCHEN CHILDREN’S COOKING CLASSES, Sunningdale, R125pp, in each lesson they will make 1 sweet and 1 savoury item, children will receive copies of recipes, suitable for girls and boys (Gr 000 – Gr 3), booking essential: eleanors@servatech.co.za.

• 26 Nov, 3 Dec, 10 Dec, CHRISTMAS COOKING CLASSES, Cooking Cooks, 90 Dawncliffe Rd, Westville, to book e-mail info@cookingcooks.co.za, 031 – 266 8488, 082 543 0543, www.cookingcooks.co.za.

• 1 – 30 Nov, various days, QUEST LANGUAGE CENTRES ISIZULU COURSES, learn conversational Zulu, 8-week course, Ballito, La Lucia, Berea, Bluff, Westville, Pinetown, Kloof, Hillcrest, weekly classes, R950pp, Candace, 084 375 6316, questlanguagecentres@gmail.com.

• 1 – 30 Nov, REFLEXOLOGY & MASSAGE COURSES, various dates/times, Durban Massage Course, revolutionary & superior practical training by a chiropractor, beginners to advanced, from R490 per person, 072 603 8051, massagedmc@gmail. com, www.facebook.com/DMCmassage.

• 1 – 30 Nov, VARIOUS MASSAGE WORKSHOPS & BEAUTY THERAPY WORKSHOPS, Greenwood Park, from R300 (includes 3 lessons), Sharla, sharlanaidoo@gmail.com, 082 434 6000.

• 1 – 30 Nov, various dates & times, BABY MASSAGE CLASSES, relieves wind & colic, 5-week course, R600pp, Lisa, 072 623 3266, lisa@holisticbaby.co.za, www.holisticbaby.co.za.

• 1 – 30 Nov, LEARNING BOOSTER WORKSHOPS, Mind Moves Institute, 90 Danville Ave, Glenashley, Michaela, 074 101 2616, michaela.degier@mindmoves.co.za, www.mindmoves. co.za.

• 1 – 30 Nov, VARIOUS BUSINESS TRAINING COURSES, KZN Business Training Centre, 23 Jan Hofmeyer Rd, Westville, www.kznbusinesstraining.co.za, 031 – 267 1229, nikki@ kznbiz.co.za.

• 1 – 30 Nov (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 – 30 Nov, various days/times, GOODPET TRAINING, dog training, pet behaviour consultations, puppy socialising, adult & senior dog education, Glenwood & Durban, Mari or Tiaan, 084 467 6050, www.goodpet.co.za.

• 1 – 30 Nov, VARIOUS BEAUTY THERAPY COURSES, The Nail Guru, 39 Umhlanga Rocks Drive, Docnor Medical Centre, 031 – 564 2933, info@thenailguru.co.za.

• 1 – 30 Nov, various dates, 8.30am – 10am, INFANT MASSAGE WORKSHOP, 35 Caefron Ave, Westville, fun dynamic workshop for moms & babies, alison@infantmassagekzn.co.za, 083 661 6682, www.infantmassagekzn.co.za.

• 1 – 30 Nov (various days), 9am – 12pm, GLASS BEAD MAKING DEMONSTRATIONS (using Italian Murano Glass), Umlaas Road, Mandi Saunders, 072 266 9188, saunders. mandi71@gmail.com.

• 13 Oct – 10 Jan, VIVA LAS VEGAS!, The Barnyard Theatre, Gateway, experience the magic & magnitude of the world’s most influential performers in one amazing, not-to-bemissed spectacular, R155pp, 031 – 566 3045.

• 1 Nov (Sun), 2.30pm & 7pm, THE STORY OF ROCKABILLY, with Andy Turrell, Marion Loudon, Jill Murraybrown & Francois Hardy, Westville Country Club, 1 Link Road, Westville, R220pp (includes buffet meal), book at Computicket or roland@stansell.za.net.

• 9 Nov, 6.30pm, WORLD RELIGIONS IN CONCERT, Denis Hurley Centre/Emmanuel Cathedral, Durban, interfaith concert featuring the KZN Philharmonic Orchestra and guest soloists to commemorate the centenary of Hurley’s birth and rejoice in the formal opening of the Denis Hurley Centre, Ailsa, 083 250 2690, concert@denishurleycentre.org.

• 30 Oct, 8.30am, SKIN EVOLUTION’S MESOESTIC LAUNCH BREAKFAST, Canelands Beach Club, Salt Rock, Dr Nic Coetzer will share his knowledge about the latest trends on medical aesthetics, lots to learn, prizes, goodie bags, R150pp or R250 for two, booking essential, 032 – 586 1407, 071 535 1043.

• 30 Oct, 6, 13, 20 Nov, 5 Dec, THE EASY EATING EXPERIENCE, 8 Morrison Street, Durban, a season of 4 delicious innovative pop-up culinary/sensory/educational events, culminating

• 3, 10, 17, 24 Nov (Tues), 9am – 12pm, WALK IN MOSAIC WORKSHOPS, 50 Haygarth Rd, Kloof, 031 – 764 6454, 083 782 7810, sheila.nichol@gmail.com, www.kznmosaics.co.za.

• 7, 14, 21, 28 Nov (Sat) 8am – 12pm, STUDY SKILLS WORKSHOP, Grades 5-7, Glenwood, R998 per child, Liz, 074 182 3428, hitthebooks2@gmail.com.

• 7, 14, 21, 28 Nov (Sat), 9am – 10am, TENSION RELEASING EXERCISES (TRE) WORKSHOP, six simple stretching exercises,

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Busy Life in a food conference on 5 Dec, bookings: Ailsa, 083 250 2690, editor.goingplacessa@gmail.com, www.facebook.com/ EasyEatingSA. • 1 – 30 Nov, various days & times, YOGA CLASSES, Jivananda Centre for Wellbeing, Durban North, Peter, 082 570 4554, www.jivanandacentre.co.za.

• 1 – 30 Nov (Tues & Thurs), 3.45pm – 4.30pm, KARATE, KICKBOXING, SELF-DEFENCE, Elangeni Amphitheatre, North Beach, Kyoshi Ejaz, 079 498 6030.

• 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Nov (Sun), 9am, ‘ARISE’, St Martin’s Church, 12 Chelsea Drive, Durban North, a fun & God-filled programme during the family service, children from Grade R – 7 welcome, Sarah, 031 - 563 1222, sarah@stmartinschurch.co.za.

• 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Nov (Sun), 5.30pm – 7.30pm, DRUMSHACK GROUP DRUMMING, 9 Jacko Jackson Drive, Durban, R100 (adults), R50 (children), Jonathan, drumshack@3i.co.za, www.drumshack.org, 083 704 4879.

• 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Nov (Sun), 12pm – 4pm, SOUND SUNDAY – LIVE MUSIC, Nosh Café at Giba Gorge, family friendly, great music & food, Rania, 031 – 769 1023, 082 836 8112, www. gibagorge.co.za.

• 4, 11, 18, 25 Nov (Wed), PENSIONERS’ DAY, Marilyn’s Tea House at Kloof & Highway SPCA, 19 Village Road, Kloof, 10% discount & a free cup of tea/coffee when ordering food, 031 – 764 1212, teagarden@kloofspca.co.za, www.kloofspca.co.za.

• 6 & 7 Nov, 8am – 5pm, START OF SUMMER SALE, Lambert House, 210 Lambert Rd, Durban, up to 70% off on Miss Me jeans, Noble jewellery, Rock Revival jeans, story Fashion Boutique clothing, 033 – 342 5661.

• 6, 13, 20, 27 Nov (Fri), 2pm – 5pm, AQUAMASSAGE FOR KIDS, Shop L37 Westwood Mall, Emelia, 083 782 0777, aquamassage.e@gmail.com, www.h2obodyexperience, R50pp.

• 7 Nov (1st Sat monthly), 8.30am – 1pm, BOOKS 2 YOU BOOKCLUB, 21 Shepstone Road, New Germany, www. books2you.co.za.

• 7 Nov, 8.30am – 1pm, BOOKS2YOU BOOK CLUB, unit 6 Afriscan Park, 21 Shepstone Rd, Pinetown, for adults & children, tea, coffee, eats, discounts, orders@books2you. co.za.

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

• 8 Nov, 9.30am – 4pm, SPRING FAMILY FUN FEST, fundraiser for CHOC, Riverside Sports, 12 Radar Drive, Durban North, stalls, food, live music, beer & Pimms garden, kids inflatable play zone, family activities, R40 entrance, children under 10 enter free, funfestdurban@gmail.com.

• 13 Nov – 17 Jan, DINOSAUR EXPO, The Pavilion Shopping Centre, fun activities for children & the family, R95 per adult, R65 per child, tickets from Computicket, www.thedinoexpo. com.

• 21 – 22 Nov, 9am – 6pm, 2015 FESTIVE GIFT FAIR, Greyville Convention Centre, exhibition of unique Christmas gifts, crafts, clothing designers, decorations, local artesan products, jewellery, children’s gifts, entertainment & food, entrance is R20, free for children under 16 years, to book a stand: mikaela@eventscompany.durban or www.thefestivegiftfair. co.za.

• 25 Nov, 9am – 12.30pm, WOMEN OF COURAGE, Durban Jewish Centre, inspirational speakers will share their courageous stories, R150pp (includes tea), 031 – 335 4457, ujwdbn@djc.co.za.

• 29 Nov (last Sun), 8.30am & 12.30pm, INCHANGA CHOO CHOO STEAM TRAIN, from Kloof Station (Stokers Arms) to Inchanga Station Craft Market (return), adults: R200,

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• 19 & 20 Dec, 8.30am, 12.30am, 5pm, INCHANGA CHOO CHOO STEAM TRAIN - FATHER CHRISTMAS CHOO CHOOS, 26 & 27 Dec, CHRISTMAS CAROLS TRAINS, 8.30am, 12.30pm, 5pm, from Kloof Station (Stokers Arms) to Inchanga Station Craft Market (return), adults: R200, pensioners & children: R140, craft market, museum, food, picnic area, 082 353 6003 or 087 808 7715 bookings@umgenisteamrailway.co.za, www. umgenisteamrailway.co.za.

• 1 – 30 Nov (Wed & Fri) 6pm - 10pm, THE STABLES LIFESTYLE MARKET, Jacko Jackson Drive, Warren, 031 – 312 3058, www. stableslifestylemarket.co.za, thestablesmarket@gmail.com.

• 1 Nov & 13 Dec (Sun), 9am – 1pm, HILLCREST COUNTRY MARKET – Christmas Markets, Hillcrest Primary School hall, over 70 stalls brimming with beautiful locally made goodies, enjoy a delicious brunch while the little ones play, free entrance, Tracy, 083 301 1522, hillcrestcountrymarket@ gmail.com.

• 1 Nov (1st Sunday monthly), 9am – 2pm, BULWER MARKET, Bulwer Park, Glenwood, fun day out for the family, kids’ play area, Darryl, 072 820 3513, Darryl@wholefood.co.za, www. wholefood.co.za.

• 1 Nov (1st Sunday monthly), 9am – 2pm, BULWER MARKET – FOR THE KIDS, Bulwer Park, cnr Bulwer Road & Joseph Road, Durban, children-friendly traders, play equipment, animal menagerie, toys, eats, 076 862 1547, markets@wholefood. co.za.

• 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Nov (Sun), 10am – 3.30pm, GOLDEN HOURS FAMILY MARKET, Uitsig Road, Durban North, live music, food, shopping, playground for children, entertainment, music, Lyn, 083 262 3693, lyn.wilson.ad@gmail.com.

• 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Nov (Sun), 10am – 5pm, THE STABLES LIFESTYLE MARKET, Jacko Jackson Drive, 031 – 312 3058, www. stableslifestylemarket.co.za, Warren, thestablesmarket@ gmail.com • 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Nov (Sun), 9am – 4pm, SUNDAY FLEA MARKET, Amphitheatre, North Beach Pavilion site, Durban.

• 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Nov (Sun), 8am – 1pm, THE MORNING TRADE MARKET, 15 Station Drive, Durban, farm fresh ingredients, homemade specialities, fresh cut flowers, top quality meats, locally produced food, info@themorningtrade.co.za, www. facebook.com/themorningtrade.

• 6 Nov (1st Fri monthly), 5pm – 9.30pm, ROOF TOP NIGHT MARKET, Level 5 parking lot, Musgrave Centre, crafts, food, live music, www.musgravecentre.co.za.

• 7 Nov (1st Sat monthly), 9am – 2pm, I HEART MARKET, Moses Mabhida Stadium, handmade local crafts, art, fashion, jewellery, home-ware, kids goods, food, info@iheartmkt.com, www.iheartmarket.blogspot.com.

• 7 Nov (1st Sat monthly), 8am – 12pm, FOODIES MARKET, Ballito Lifestyle Centre.

• 7 Nov (1st Sat monthly), 9.30am – 12.30pm, St Olav Church, Berea, ST OLAV CHURCH MARKET, 031 – 201 1828.

• 7, 14, 21, 28 Nov (Sat), 9am – 1pm, MARIANHILL MONASTERY CRAFT MARKET, 031 – 700 9028.

• 7, 14, 21, 28 Nov (Sat), 9am – 2pm, ESSENWOOD CRAFT MARKET, Essenwood Park, 031 – 208 1264, 082 460 0625, info@essenwoodmarket.com.

• 7, 14, 21, 28 Nov (Sat), 6.30am – 10.30am, SHONGWENI FARMERS & CRAFT MARKET, 1 Fraser Rd, Hillcrest, a day of wonderful food, live music & unique handcrafted items & gifts, Christine, 083 777 1674, info@shongwenimarket.co.za,

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• 14 Nov (2nd Sat monthly), 8am – 12.30pm, BERGTHIEL MUSEUM MARKET, Queens Ave, Westville, 084 332 4101, Eve, evezabora@webmail.co.za.

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

• 14 Nov, 8am – 11am, I LOVE MY COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE, 24 Ferguson Road, Durbanclear out your home and book a table, www.facebook.com/durbangaragesales.

• 25 Nov, 9am – 5pm, ANTHEA & HEATHER’S CHRISTMAS OPEN DAY, Christ Church, 57 Hambridge Ave, Mt Edgecombe, great stalls with a full range of products, décor, beach bags, handbags, gifts, toys, teen and kids clothing, secure parking, eats, refreshments for sale, 082 652 8116, 082 466 8323.

• 26 Nov (last Thurs monthly), 5pm – 10pm, various venues, WHOLE FOOD NIGHT MARKET, 076 862 1547, markets@ wholefood.co.za.

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

• 27 Nov (last Fri monthly), 5pm – 9pm, MORNINGSIDE NIGHT MARKET, Morningside Sports Club, 132 Hollander Crescent, a wide range of fresh organic produce, quality clothing, flowers, wholesome cuisine, festive bar, cocktails, decadent sweet treats & kids’ activities, Anthea/Pippa, morningsidenightmarket@gmail.com.

• 28 Nov, 9am – 12pm, HOPE MARKET, Grace Family Church Umhlanga, lots of great items on sale, Christmas gifts, activities for the family, live entertainment, 031 – 575 9300, Dimitra@grace.za.org, jill@grace.za.org.

• 29 Nov, 9am – 3pm, INCHANGA STATION CRAFT MARKET, Inchanga Station & Railway Museum, 076 564 6357, inchanga@live.co.za.

• 29 Nov (last Sun monthly), 9am – 2pm, WONDER MARKET, Chris Saunders Park, Umhlanga, representing KZN’s best in craft, design & food, beautiful location for friends & family to come together, wonder@wondermarket.co.za. www. wondermarket.co.za.

• 29 Nov (last Sun monthly), 9am – 2pm, FOOD & CRAFT MARKET, Glenwood, Tracey, tracey@wholefood.co.za.

• 29 Nov (Sun), 9am – 2pm, MAZARAT PAWS & PALS MARKET, Waterfall Library, all dogs on a lead are welcome, wide selection of pet food & treats available, as well as accessories, food, for any pet lovers, Carla, 084 491 1452, carlaraaths@ mweb.co.za.

• 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Nov (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.

• 4 Nov (1st Wed monthly), 6pm – 7pm, Westville Baptist Church, WESTVILLE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP, 083 440 1771, Deon, 082 498 3975.

• 4 Nov (1st Wed monthly), 7.15pm, HIGHLAND HILLS/ PALMIET WOMEN’S INSTITUTE, Pinetown Girls’ High School, Jackie, 031 – 702 7679, 083 438 7448.

• 4 Nov (1st Wed monthly) 9.15am, DARNALL WOMEN’S INSTITUTE, Darnall Country Club, Isobel Millner, 032 – 485 3650, isobelmc@mweb.co.za.

• 5 Nov (1st Thurs monthly), 6.30pm – 8.30pm, GRACE COUNSELLING PARENTING SUPPORT GROUP, Grace Umhlanga Campus, 400 Umhlanga Rocks Drive, for parents struggling with ongoing parenting issues & in need of some

practical intervention tools, Karen Badenhorst, 031 – 575 9300 or counselling@grace.za.org.

• 5 Nov (1st Thurs monthly), 9.30am, KLOOF WOMEN’S INSTITUTE, Kloof Town Hall, Sue, 031 – 764 3974, 076 431 1022.

• 5 Nov (1st Thurs monthly), 9.30am, PINELANDS/PINETOWN WOMEN’S INSTITUTE, St John’s Church Hall, Paula, 031 – 267 0516, 082 696 9968.

• 5 Nov (1st Thurs monthly), 9.30am, WANDSBECK WOMEN’S INSTITIUTE, Westville Library Activities Room, Lyn 031 – 701 1881, 083 783 1941.

• 6, 13, 20, 27 Nov (Fri), 9.30am – 11.30am, PEBBLES INTERACTIVE PLAYGROUP & COFFEE MORNING FOR MOMS & LITTLE ONES, The Rock Church, cnr Tamarind Close & Umhlanga Rocks Drive, free, Tara, 084 567 7776.

• 10 Nov, (2nd Tues monthly), 9.30am – 11.30am, CANCER SUPPORT GROUP, Durban North Methodist Church Hall, Swapo Rd, Sheila Moolman, 031 – 563 5274, 083 270 0995, sheilamm@telkomsa.net.

• 12 Nov (2nd Thurs monthly), 9.30am, COWIES HILL/ WESTVILLE WOMEN’S INSTITUTE, Cowies Hill Hall, Denise, 031 – 783 4854, 082 773 1062.

• 14 Nov, 1.30pm, LUPUS SUPPORT GROUP, Coastlands Conference Centre, 45 West Street, Durban, a meeting on living with Lupus, understanding the disease, family support & importance of diet, safe parking, Nirupa, 082 786 9601.

• 16 Nov (3rd Mon monthly), 11am, TAFTA ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT GROUP for family members or caregivers of people with Alzheimer’s, Oldfield Service Centre, 29 Perseverance Rd, Bellair, Nivedita, 031 – 332 3721.

• 17 Nov (3rd Tues monthly) 9.30am, ROSEGLEN WOMEN’S INSTITUTE, Musgrave Methodist Church Hall, Musgrave Road, Durban, Faith, 031 – 208 6038, faith.lombard@gmail.com.

• 18 Nov (3rd Wed monthly) 9.30am, NORTHLANDS WOMEN’S INSTITUTE, St Luke’s Congregational Church, Roger Place, Glenashley, Wendy Wright, 031 – 564 8994.

• 19 Nov (3rd Thurs monthly), 9.30am, BRIDGEVALE WOMEN’S INSTITUTE, Broadway Methodist Church, Durban North, Trish Larsen, 031 – 563 3394, davetish@telkomsa.net.

• 25 Nov (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.

• 21 Nov (3rd Sat monthly), 8am – 1pm, BEACHWOOD MANGROVES NATURE RESERVE OPEN DAY, Umgeni River mouth, guided walks, picnic & braai, entrance is free but donations are welcome, bird walk at 8am sharp, Heidi 083 321 0620. Beachwood Mangroves honorary Officers are in need of volunteers, Basil Pather, 082 559 2839 or patherb@ kznwildlife.com.

• 21 Nov, 9am – 11am, KZN BEACH CLEAN UP, North Beach, Durban, Natalie, 076 610 2707, kznbeachcleanup@gmail. com.

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

Send your December 2015/January 2016 Diary Dates to sarah@mumsmail.com with “DURBAN Diary” in the subject line before 10 November. Entries will be published space permitting & at the editor’s discretion. Please confirm all details of events with contact person.

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Bargain Books Book Reviews For children • Frozen Storybook Paper Doll Kit by Disney. Children three years and older will love bringing the magical world from Walt Disney Animation Studio’s film, Frozen, to life with this gorgeously packaged Storybook Paper Doll Kit. Filled with more than 500 pieces, this kit includes Elsa and Anna paper dolls plus six of their friends, 118 dress, accessory and scenic clings, five doll-size storybooks, dress stencil, two punch-out bracelets with 13 medallions to add, a punch-out locket, Arendelle play scene, storage folder, patterned paper, gems and beads, stickers, sequins and ribbon all packed in a re-usable carry-along case. This is a great Christmas gift idea!

• Doc McStuffins Bubble Trouble by Sheila Sweeny Higginson.

Based on the episode by Kent Redeker and on the series created by Chris Nee. Doc loves popping bubbles with her friends Emmie and Alma, but when their toy Bubble Monkey runs out of bubble soap, there are no bubbles to pop. Alma fills her up again but something is terribly wrong. Will Doc be able to figure out why Bubble Monkey still can’t blow bubbles?

• Disney Junior 1000 Stickers. Disney Junior fans will love this awesome sticker book which includes 1000 super stickers as well as 60 activities containing colouring fun, super sticker activities and friendship activities to complete inside. Let them join their Disney Junior friends for an amazing adventure. They will be kept busy for hours on end!

• Glitterbelle The Sparkliest Princess Ever! by Rachael Duckett and Harriet Muncaster. Children six years and older will love this title aimed at the Fancy Nancy crowd. Let kids join fun-loving, adventurous, tree-climbing sparkle-tastic Glitterbelle as she sets out to prove she can be a real princess and learn to love peas too. Accompanied by lots of glittery collage style illustrations, this is a lovely story filled with lots of fun and laughter and definitely encourages young readers to accomplish their goals.

FOR ADULTS • Two by Seline and Leandri van der Wat. Introduced to South African audiences during the screening of Masterchef South Africa 2013 series, the Van der Wat sisters present an exciting, fresh, new concept based on taking the same main ingredient and creating two different dishes from it, or taking a classic recipe and making one for family dining and one for entertaining. Seline is the “sugar” and Leandri the “spice” and this cookbook is jam-packed with all things nice! Grab yourself a copy now and get cooking! You won’t be disappointed.

Contact: Bianca Adendorff, Bargain Books, 073 812 1460, bianca@bargainbooks.co.za, www.bargainbooks.co.za.

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