Mum's Mail Dec/Jan 2016 Pietermaritzburg and Midlands

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Issue 112 PMB & Midlands

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Life’s Little Toolbox

December 2015 & January 2016

Wishing you a fabulous festive season!

Where Will I Find...?

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Where Will I Find...?

Meet The Cover Stars Everyday Life JAM Clothing Liberty Midlands Mall African Bank Solé Salon & Spas Healthy Life/Beautiful Life Kids’ Life/Party Life KwaZulu-Natal Museum

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Editor: Alice Leah • editor@mumsmail.com • 031 - 573 1731 (ext 5) Sub-Editor: Sarah Mackintosh • sarah@mumsmail.com • 072 384 9553 Accounts: Daniella Fensome • 031 - 573 1731 (ext 3) Enquiries: Natalie Wilcox • 031 - 573 1731 (ext 1) Advertising Sales: Tercia Schick • tercia@mumsmail.com • 082 781 8611 Bev Delew • bev@mumsmail.com • 031 - 573 1731 (ext 4) Designer: Wendy Offer Models: The Mum’s Mail Team Photographer: Lesley Cole Photography, www.lesleycole.co.za

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Meet The Cover Stars

Alice Leah: “I’m the chief cook and bottle washer and have a finger in every pie. And I always have to have the last say. I am quite an easy going boss, but don’t get on the wrong side of me.”

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The Mum’s Mail team wishes our readers a happy and prosperous festive season.

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Everyday Life

Fantastical Flea Circus Heads for Pietermaritzburg Roll up, roll up! The colourful children’s show, The Fantastical Flea Circus, heads to Pietermaritzburg for the first time, for a short season at UKZN’s Hexagon Theatre in Scottsville from 8 to 12 December.

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First staged in 2011 at the Catalina Theatre, this popular production scooped all the awards in the Children’s Category at that year’s Durban Theatre Awards. Since then the Small Top antics have been seen by thousands of delighted youngsters, playing at schools and venues throughout the province.

A jolly mix of song, dance, rhyming verse and clever tricks, The Fantastical Flea Circus is written and directed by Clinton Marius, creator of the much-loved radio soapie, Lollipop Lane.

The production stars the award-winning Shona Johnson as world renowned opera singer, Duchess De Nunu, and talented Durban actor, Verne Rowin Munsamy as her travelling companion and professor of Fleaology.

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Together, the duo present a merry band of fleas in an exciting line-up of circus acts, including a high-wire routine, a car race, a cannonball and bull’s-eye stunt, a high-dive act, a strong-o-mometer, and a disappearing hand trick.

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Daily performances of The Fantastical Flea Circus at The Hexagon are at 11am and tickets are R80.

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Everyday Life

Belgotex Brightens up Children’s Care Facility The Belgotex Floors Foundation recently brightened up Pietermaritzburg Child and Family Welfare Society’s playground by providing a colourful new surface of artificial lawn.

The playground of the “EkhayaLethemba” community home in Pietermaritzburg – which provides a temporary place of safety for abandoned, abused and HIV positive children – was completely resurfaced with DuraTurf artificial lawn.

Transforming the facility from a hazardous dustbowl into a cheerful, safe and stimulating environment for children to play, the Belgotex Floors Foundation installed a new mini sports field, bright basketball court and low-maintenance artificial lawn beneath the jungle gym and around the perimeter. The playground equipment also received much-needed maintenance and upgrades.

PMB Child and Family Welfare Society deals with 70% of child abuse cases and 85% of all foster-cases in the municipality but is struggling to continue to render services due to lack of funding and inadequate government support.

The Society needs to secure regular support of R120 000 per month to keep services operational and relies heavily on donations and sponsorships from companies and individuals.

The Belgotex Floors Foundation implores all staff, businesses and residents to pledge their support to Child Welfare, however big or small and help them continue to make a difference in the lives of those most vulnerable.

To get involved contact the director, Julie Todd, on 033 – 342 8971 or 082 779 3293.

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There are so many reasons to visit

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We’re home to PMB’s only cinema complex, with seven 3D theatres to choose from Be spoilt for choice with 20 restaurants to choose from for that perfect meal There’s a fashion store for everyone whether it’s for mom, dad or the kids There are loads of kiddies’ activities with mr. Funtubbles, Joyland and the movies!

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Healthy Life/Beautiful Life

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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.

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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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Kids’ Life/Party Life

This is Christmas: Free Nativity Play for the Whole Family What does Christmas mean to you? Does it conjure up the image of family – whether it is gathering around a tree festooned with tinsel and baubles as you exchange gifts, or sharing a meal around a table laden with your favourite festive foods?

Regardless of how we as parents choose to celebrate this age old tradition, when it comes to our children they have no trouble getting into the Christmas spirit. Decorating the tree is tackled with enthusiasm – no doubt in anticipation of the gifts to be found underneath, come Christmas morning!

way. This special family outing includes a fun zone for kids as well as the sale of light meals, good coffee and soft drinks at the @ Tap Coffee Corner and Playground on the church premises.

This year ‘This is Christmas’ is on Thursday 3 December and Friday 4 December from 6pm. Entrance to the church grounds on Mackeurtan Avenue is free. Gates open at 5.30pm.

For the past three years the Durban North Baptist Church family has been getting into the Christmas spirit too with an event called ‘This is Christmas’ which presents the Christmas Nativity story in a unique and entertaining way. Each scene is set up with authentic characters and props. Children will enjoy and follow the narrated tour of the story, loving the surprises along the

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Kids’ Life/Party Life

Dinosaurs Are Coming To Durban This November Durban’s Golden Mile will soon turn into a scene out of the popular sci-fi film, Jurassic World! More than 25 ancient and mystic dinosaurs from the Dinos Alive Exhibition will soon make Suncoast their home from November until January.

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The animatronic dinosaurs are realistically modelled after their real-life counterparts, with lifelike skin and texturing. The likes of the winged Pteranodon, towering Diplodocus and horn-rimmed Stegosaurus are popular attractions on show. In addition, fossil displays, a mock excavation pit, rides on the popular T-Rex and Apatosaurus and a jumping castle will be on offer.

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The exhibition has become an instant favourite amongst children and adults alike. Part of the fascination is due to the realistic movements and sounds made by the dinosaurs, thanks to the animatronics technology.

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“An exhibition for the entire family, Dinos Alive not only entertains but also stimulates the mind,” says Suncoast Marketing Manager, Louise Howell. “Exhibitions such as these are vastly important from an educational stand point as many children do not get the chance to experience such a world of intrigue, technology and discovery.

Children and adults will get an intimate and real sense of how these wonderful creatures once roamed the earth. It’s truly an experience not to be missed.”

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Kids’ Life/Party Life Are you or your child not coping?

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Kids’ Life/Party Life

Puss in Boots Comes to Durban This year, KickstArt proudly presents its very own swashbuckling version of the classic fairy tale “Puss in Boots”, featuring an all-star cast of highly experienced panto performers.

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Rounding off the excellent cast is goldenvoiced Lyle Buxton as a Johnny Bravo style mill owner, and Nhlakanepho Manqele as the jocular king of the enchanted island.

Performances are at 2.30pm, Tuesday to Sunday, with 7pm shows on Fridays and some Saturdays. Tickets range in price from R120 to R220. The production runs at the Elizabeth Sneddon Theatre from 4 December to 10 January.

Book through Computicket: www.computicket.co.za or phone 086 1915 8000. For block bookings and group discounts, contact Ailsa Windsor: editor.goingplacessa@gmail.com or 083 250 2690.

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Everyday Life

Arts & Culture Business Meetings Charity Courses/Workshops Education Entertainment Awareness Days Leisure Markets Other

• 1 Dec – 31 Jan (every Sun), 9am – 2pm, CITY HALL CRAFT MARKET, opposite PMB City Hall, Michelle 033 – 396 2807.

• 6 Dec & 3 Jan (1st Sun), 9am – 4pm, MARITZBURG OVAL ARTS & CRAFTS MARKET, Alexandra Park, PMB, Monica, 082 774 5493.

• 1 Dec – 31 Jan (every Sat & Sun), 9.30am – 4.30pm, GROWING PARKS, Chase Valley Road Park, PMB, jumping castle, slip & slide, fundraiser, all proceeds go to upkeep of park, growing.parks@gmail.com.

• 19 Feb, ADAM RILEY BIRD TALK, Msunduzi Hospice, 200 Zwartkop Road, Prestbury, R100pp, Rashida, 033 – 344 1560, fundraiser@hospicekzn.co.za, www.hospicekzn. co.za.

• 1 Dec – 31 Jan (various days), 9am – 4.30pm, DOMESTIC COOKING CLASSES, Vital Life Training, send your domestic lady on a three-day cooking course where she will learn how to make tried and tested home cooked meals, R1 450pp, 033 – 386 4451, 083 445 1441, www.vitallifetraining.co.za.

• 1 Dec – 31 Jan (various days), COMPUTER TRAINING, R120 per hour, Microsoft Software 2003 - 2013, one-on-one training, beginners to advanced, lynettemuchna@sai.co.za.

• 1 Dec – 31 Jan (every Mon & Wed), 9am – 11am, TAI CHI WITH DEBORAH DON, 1 Committee Lane, Hilton, 033 – 343 3226, 082 228, 7943.

• 1 Dec – 31 Jan (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.

• 5 Dec, 12pm – 4pm, HERBALIFE SUCCESS TRAINING SEMINAR, Beanbag Café, Jesmond Dene Nursery & Garden Centre, R90pp (includes meal & notes), Clayton, 082 332 5032.

• 5 Dec, 6.30pm, MVELO HOSPITALITY GALA DINNER, Protea Imperial Hotel, 244 Jabu Ndlovu Street, PMB, dress formal, tickets R3500pp, RSVP to mvelohospitality@gmail. com by 30 Nov. • 1 Dec – 31 Jan (Sat & Sun), 9am – 5pm, SPRINGHOLM PICNICS, Springholm, Nottingham Road, Natal Midlands, picturesque setting for picnics and day trips to the countryside, picnic baskets available, fishing, rowing, 082 682 0378, picnics@springholmchalets.com, www. springholmchalets.co.za.

• 1 Dec – 31 Jan, PMB BABYSITTER’S CLUB, trustworthy university student, very good with children, willing to work any time, Nikita, 078 439 9051.

• 1 Dec – 31 Jan, 10am – 3pm, every weekend (weather permitting), LIONS RIVER RAILWAY, Piggly Wiggly, Midlands, a miniature railway, R20 per person, check Facebook for additional trains during the December holidays, www. facebook.com/LionsRail, Andries Keyser, 062 206 1906.

• 1 Dec – 31 Jan (Wed) 10am – 11am, CIRCLE DANCING, 1 Committee Lane, Hilton, Deborah, 082 228 7943, 033 – 343 3226.

• 6 Dec & 3 Jan (1st Sun), 10am – 3pm, HALLEY PARK MINIATURE RAILWAY, 78 Rudling Road, Bisley, Pietermaritzburg, catch a ride on the miniature train and enjoy a picnic, food and drinks on sale, R10 per train ride, free parking, Andries Keyser, 062 206 1906, www.pmes. co.za.

• 13 Dec, 10am – 3pm, ESHAYAMOYA CHRISTMAS PICNIC STEAM TRAIN RIDE, enjoy a steam train ride from Creighton alongside the Ngwagwane River to Riverside & back, bring picnics, coolers, swimming gear, fishing gear etc., R180 – R250pp (adults), R150 – R200pp (children), booking essential, glynnis@toocee.co.za, 083 273 8037, Rayna,

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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, 2 & 3 Jan, 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 Dec – 31 Jan (every Sat & Sun) 10am – 4pm, MOUNTAIN VIEW CRAFT MARKET, Mountain View, 033 – 390 6311, LeeAnn, lee@ltpromo.co.za.

• 1 Dec – 31 Jan (every Sat), 8am – 12pm, PIETERMARITZBURG SPCA MORNING MARKET, 235 Woodhouse Road, 033 – 386 9267.

• 1 Dec – 31 Jan (Sat), 7am – 11am, KARKLOOF FARMERS’ MARKET, 2.6km outside Howick on Karkloof Rd (access on D507), 082 820 8986, Andrea.

• 1 Dec – 31 Jan (Sat), 6am – 10am, PMB FARMERS’ MARKET, Alexandra Park, 082 886 0687.

• 1 Dec – 31 Jan (Sat), 7am – 12pm, CLARIDGE FARM & GARDEN MARKET, 5km from Northway Spar, PMB on the Otto’s Bluff Road, 078 037 6908.

• 3 Dec, 10am – 5pm & 6pm – 9pm, JUST BOUTIQUE CHRISTMAS FAIR & NIGHT MARKET, All Saints Church, Montgomery Drive, PMB, gifts, food, clothes, toys, mince pies, Lara, 084 587 0880, info@justboutique.net.

• 5 Dec & 2 Jan (1st Sat), 8am – 2pm, JESMOND DENE MORNING MARKET, Jesmond Dene Nursery, 204 Murray Rd, Cleland, PMB, fresh produce & crafts, pony rides, jumping castles, bonsai corner, face painting, Belinda/ Hayley, 033 – 396 1342, beanbag.cafe1@gmail.com, R120 per stall.

• 6 Dec & 3 Jan (1st Sun), 9am – 11.30am, DARGLE LOCAL MARKET, Lions River Club, Mike, 083 325 1082.

• 6 Dec, BAYNESFIELD ESTATE COUNTRY FAIR, craft market, lovely family day out in the country, handmade goods, food on sale, displays, activities for children, 033 – 251 0156, www.facebook.com/baynesfieldestatemuseum. ● 12 Dec, MIDLANDS BEE MARKET, Lynwood Club, Boughton, PMB, variety of stalls, kiddies entertainment, music, food, Anne, 072 729 5811, anne.rautenbach@gmail. com.

• 16 Dec, 9am – 4pm, POSH MARKET, Protea Hotel Hilton, your chance to complete your Christmas shopping from a delightful selection of locally crafted wares, fun activities, Denise, 072 654 9779, admin@hiltonvillage.co.za.

• 11 Dec & 29 Jan, 5pm – 9pm, PMB DUNROBIN MARKET, Dunrobin Garden Centre, 31 Warwick Rd, live music, kids’ entertainment, beer garden, food and crafts, Penny, dunrobinmarket@gmail.com, 082 920 2787.

• 19, 20, 26, 27 Dec, 2 & 3 Jan, 9am – 3pm, INCHANGA STATION CRAFT MARKET, Inchanga Station & Railway Museum, 076 564 6357, inchanga@live.co.za.

• 27 Dec & 31 Jan (last Sun), ALEX UPMARKET, Alexandra Park, PMB, Michelle 033 – 396 2807.

• 2 & 16 Dec & 6 & 27 Jan (1st & 3rd Wed), 7pm, MARITZBURG CAMERA CLUB, Victoria Country Club, Duncan Mackenzie Dr, Montrose, PMB, Leon Heyes, pmbcameraclub@gmail. com, www.maritzburgcameraclub.co.za.

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