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Issue 103 • Pietermaritzburg & Midlands • March 2015

mum’s m@il Real People • Real Life • Real Fun

Where Will I Find...?

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Where Will I Find...?

Editor’s Life Everyday Life JAM Clothing Ladies’ Breakfast Healthy Life/Beautiful Life Kids’ Life/Party Life Hoppers & Bugs Controlice

Maths.

Reading.

Success.

mum’s mail team

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: Mahomed Adam & Hannah Photographer: Sarah-Jane Photography, 072 245 3453, sj@sarahjanephotography.co.za, www.sarahjanephotography.co.za DISCLAIMER: Neither the Publisher, Printer or Editor can be held responsible for damages or consequences of any omissions or errors, as every care is taken to ensure the accuracy of the information in Mum’s Mail. We do not guarantee the performance or quality of service of any of the advertisers in this magazine.

No part of Mum’s Mail magazine may be reproduced without the written consent of the Editor.

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Editor’s Life PIETERMARITZBURG

GRADES 1 - 12

Every once in a while the Mum’s Mail team gets itchy feet, and then we decide to make changes to the magazine. While brainstorming some ideas, we decided that we wanted to ensure, always, that Mum’s Mail is all about real people, real life and real fun. We are also on a mission to communicate to our audience that Mum’s Mail is NOT just for moms with babies/small children – it is for everyone, whether you’re a parent or not!

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You may already have noticed that our cover page has changed quite radically, as have the heading colours/strips for each section. A fresh look is never a bad thing, but we would also like to hear from you, our readers – what would you like to see more of in the mag? Perhaps you’d like us to feature stories about real people in your community who are making a difference?

If so, we need you to tell us who deserves to be recognised for what they are doing.

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Please send your ideas to editor@ mumsmail.com. The reader who sends the most useful feedback will receive 10 movie tickets to enjoy.

• POOL & GEYSER HEATING • SOLAR GRID TIE ELECTRICITY SYSTEMS AVAILABLE • SOLAR PANELS • SOLAR BLANKETS • CHLORINATORS • HEAT PUMPS

Getting ready for the 2nd annual Mum’s Mail fundraising breakfast in association with The Sunflower Fund are Kenwyn Geyser (The Sunflower Fund’s PR and Events Specialist for Pietermaritzburg), Alice Leah (Mum’s Mail) with sponsors Annamarie Gravett (Oakleigh Funeral Home), Michelle Joseph (JAM Clothing) and Kate Oliver (iNsingizi Lodge and Spa).

Have you booked your ticket yet? See page 7 for more info!

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Everyday Life

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Bag It was established in October 2013 by Zaakir Anthony, an ex-Mercedes Benz sales executive. Zaakir has a passion for people and customer service. He started Bag It out of a garage, and like many other great entrepreneurs, he tries to be as innovative as a handbag store can be.

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Bag It is now a small store based in Moosa’s Centre, Manchester Road, Pietermaritzburg. The reason for this location is purely so that they can offer their customers the best value by keeping their overheads relatively low. They source a wide selection of premium handbags every month and they cater for everyone’s arm and pocket! For moms, they have a great range of versatile Cotton Road baby bags and handbags. You can even add your name to their database to receive the monthly catalogue so that you can keep up-to-date with what’s trending. They can also source something specific for you if you let them know what you are looking for.

We have moved from Victoria Road to Shop G8C Cascades Centre, 23 McCarthy Drive, Montrose.

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Zaakir sends out a massive thank you to all existing customers for their continuous support.

Contact Zaakir on 084 267 0717 or zaakir667@gmail.com to be added to their database or find them on Facebook: ‘BagIt Pmb’ or contact them via BBM: 7C2ADF11. Visit the store at 17 Moosa’s Centre, Manchester Road, Pietermaritzburg.

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Everyday Life

Send Head Lice Packing With Controlice!

Oh the shock and shame the first time our little prince/princess gets sent home from school for having head lice! Don’t panic mom, we’ve all been there!

Armed with Controlice, getting rid of head lice is now as easy as one, two, three!

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infestation may occur if any lice nits remain on the hair. Repeat the combing procedure several times over the next fourteen days.

To remove nits, a special lice comb should be used.

Treat all family members and anyone who has come into contact with the infestation at the same time to prevent re-infestation.

Use Controlice Defence Shampoo/Spray to protect the whole family. Machine wash all linen, towels and hats in hot water and iron or place the items in a hot tumble dryer for The Controlice range consists of hair care 20 minutes. Clean or replace hairbrushes. formulas that can assist in eliminating lice Keep long hair plaited. Check regularly for without using any potentially harmful nits. chemicals or poison. Treat the head as soon as possible with Controlice Oil Spray/Head A last word of comfort: it is natural to start Rinse. You will need to repeat the treatment scratching your head once you read an seven days later. A normal shampoo does article like this… not remove the lice.

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Ladies’ Breakfast

Parisian Chic

Mum’s Mail is hosting their second annual ladies’ breakfast in association with The Sunflower Fund on Friday, 27th March at Victoria Country Club and the organisers are planning to sell 220 tickets.

The breakfast starts at 8.30am and tickets are R250 each or R2500 for a table of ten.

Booking is essential as tables are filling fast.

To book tickets please visit www.mumsmail. com and click on the “Events” tab (Book for Events).

If you would like to sponsor a lucky draw or raffle prize or items for the ladies’ goodie bags, please call Kenwyn on 083 632 3224 or email kenwyn@sunflowerfund.org.za.

dress code for the morning is Parisian Chic (red, navy/royal blue and/or white), with or without a hat, and there will be a prize for the best dressed.

The event aims to raise money for The Sunflower Fund whose sole purpose is to pay for the tissue typing of potential bone marrow stem cell donors for inclusion on the South African Bone Marrow Registry.

The more donors on the Registry the more hope leukaemia patients have of finding their life-saving donor match.

For more information on The Sunflower Fund, please call toll free 0800 12 10 82 or visit www.sunflowerfund.org.za.

The price includes a fabulous goodie bag/ “Like” The Sunflower Fund KZN Facebook gift, a delicious hot breakfast, a wonderful Page for an interactive experience with guest speaker and exciting lucky draw their upcoming campaigns and to keep prizes. There will also be a raffle, a pamper up to date with the latest news. station coutesy of iNsingizi Spa and numerous retail therapy pop-up shops. The

Prize for Best Dressed

Amazing Raffle Hampers on Offer!

Date: Friday, 27 March 2015 Time: 8am for 8.30am to 11am Price: R250pp or R2500 for a table of 10 Includes: A hot breakfast, guest speakers, a goodie bag/gift, lucky draw prizes and retail therapy Venue: Victoria Country Club Theme: Parisian Chic (dress in red, navy/royal blue and/or white, with or without a hat) RSVP: To book visit www.mumsmail.com (click on the Events tab, Book for Event).

RSVP by 28 February 2015 while tickets last

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For many, their pets are their family. “My father is a man that does not shed tears easily. This, however, was not the case when a beloved best friend had to be put down. He wept uncontrollably,” said Dallas Gilbert of Oakleigh Funeral Home.

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“Personally, the experience of dire grief came home when, without thinking, I told my local vet that he could dispose of the remains of my four-legged friend who did not make it after being mauled by another dog. The denial and sadness persisted for months, as I regretted not affording myself an opportunity for closure. My challenge to you is that you include what should happen to your four-legged and feathered family when drawing up your will and planning for the future.”

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At Oakleigh Funeral Home they offer the service of assisting those who want to plan for what many would prefer not to even think about.

Source: Dallas Gilbert, Oakleigh Funeral Home, 0861 11 1380 (24 hours), 031 – 205 9959 (Durban), 033 – 342 6116 (Pietermaritzburg) or 033 – 330 3400 (Howick).

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Healthy Life/Beautiful Life

Melaskin from Complete Organics Melaskin Remedy is a unique product, in that it combines the powerful remedial combination of the African Potato, Kigelia and Sutherlandia, which are blended as an absolute organic skin cream carefully formulated to assist in the treatment of sun-damaged skin, Solar Keratosis and other known skin afflictions.

Solar Keratosis is a small, thickened, scaly growth (or lump) on the skin which is caused by over-exposure to the sun over many years. Unless treated, Solar Keratosis growths run the risk that they could eventually develop into Melanomas.

normally very painful to treat.

Since its inception seven years ago, testimonials arrive regularly to praise the effects of the product and numerous users have reported that it has a very positive effect on other viral and fungal problems such as: • Athlete’s foot • Minor burns • Fungus under the nails • Fever blisters • Ringworm • Sunburn • Eczema (certain types) • Rashes/chafing • Insect bites • Minor burns.

Melaskin is also an excellent day/ night cream due to its outstanding hydrating properties, is safe to use on children of all ages and is available at most health shops and selected pharmacies nationwide.

Melaskin is particularly effective on Molluscum Contagiosum, a viral condition of a highly contagious nature. It appears as small white, pink, or flesh coloured bumps which create an itchy, red or swollen skin condition which is

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We specialise in alleviating the following symptoms: • Oedema • Bad circulation • Arthritis • Backache • Headaches • Body aches • Constipation • Sleeplessness and more

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MELASKIN REMEDY

A totally organic cream specifically formulated for the successful treatment of sun damaged skin and certain viral and fungal conditions including:

• MOLLUSCUM CONTAGIOSUM • SOLAR KERATOSIS • ATHLETE’S FOOT • FEVER BLISTERS • MINOR BURNS • SUNBURN

Contains no chemicals or parabens & is safe to use on young children.

Available at most health shops & selected pharmacies nationwide.

Visit www.completeorganics.co.za for more info Tel: 031- 5731188 Cell: 083 262 9006 Email: info@completeorganics.co.za

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Kids’ Life/Party Life

Cloth Nappies in the Year 2015

People think of cloth nappies as the white towelling squares that everyone used last century. However, modern cloth nappies have come a long way since then and interest is growing in reusable modern cloth nappies. Parents’ reasons for using cloth nappies include cost savings, concern about chemicals, environmental concerns, and the cuteness overload. Here are the basics of ‘cloth nappying’.

Babies use six to eight nappies a day, therefore you would need about 18 to 24 nappies to cloth nappy one baby full time, washing nappies every second day. The average cost of cloth nappies is about R120 each. This means a full “stash” would cost in the region of R2 500 from birth to potty training, since the majority of nappies are ‘one size fits most’. There are cheaper and more expensive routes to go.

that’s 6 000 nappies going to the landfill per child! Cloth nappies are biodegradable, and have resale value. Many parents prefer to avoid the chemicals and plastic that disposables are made from. Cloth nappies come in a range of fabrics, including natural fibre such as bamboo, cotton, and hemp; to waterproof nappies with special coatings built in.

Much like underwear, cloth nappies come in everything from everyday cheapies to luxury brands and limited edition prints. It’s for this reason that many moms become nappy addicts.

To find out more about ‘cloth nappying’ in South Africa, visit www.clothdirectory.co.za/mums-mail WIN WIN WIN Mum’s Mail has two cloth nappy hampers to give away.

Visit www.mumsmail.com to enter (make sure you enter the correct competition for your area/city online).

The average child will have 6 000 nappy changes in its lifetime. With disposables Tel: 033 846 2548 / 80

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INFORMATION MORNING Grade RRR - Grade 7 Thursday, 12 March 8:00 am RSVP: Marketing Department Tel: 033 846 2548 / 80 Email: marketing@epworth.co.za

Closing date for Grade RRR and RR applications for 2016 is Wednesday, 25 March 2015

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Kids’ Life/Party Life Pietermaritzburg Gymnastics Academy

Ballet LEARN TO SWIM LESSONS

For all ages & abilities • Heated pools • Showers/change rooms • Enclosed parking • Tuck shop • Safe, park-like surroundings ODETTE 082 466 8577 www.sealsswimmingclub.com

JULIA POWELL BALLET & PILATES

Gymnastics improves posture, co-ordination, stamina, flexibility and discipline of mind & body.

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For boys & girls ages 3yrs to adults • Classes in HILTON & PMB • Internationally recognised exams • Stage performances • Pilates for adults

• Boys & Girls • Age 3 & up • Fun filled programmes

Contact Julia 072 125 3555 jpballet.pilates@gmail.com

Contact Sherri on 083 547 5981

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Day Creche • Open 6 days per week • For ages 6 months to 5 years • After care service including overnight care • Night sitters • Baby-sitting service • Fully qualified staff • Fun and safe environment

SpeCial inTereSTS • Reading & Spelling • Stroke Rehabilitation • Paediatric & Swallowing Disorders

Tel: 033 342 0797/082 428 4020 info@fairhavenkids.co.za • www.fairhavenkids.co.za

Tel: 033 - 342 4701 Cell: 072 399 4189 shobsin@webmail.co.za

Are you or your child not coping?

Open MOrning

Wednesday 11 March Tea: 9.45am Presentation: 10am Class visits: 10.15am – 11.30am Please join us!

Children are welcome

• Psycho Educational Assessments • Art/Play Therapy • Adolescent Therapy/ Assessments • Adult Individual Therapy • Couple Counselling • Family Counselling • Trauma Counselling

Claire Hartshorne Psychologist Practice No. 0059978

Cell: 084 240 9610 Tel: 033 - 346 2041

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Kids’ Life/Party Life

Flourishing In Emotional Intelligence Talking about emotions is a challenge and discomfort for many people. The problem is that in denying emotions exist, we lose the opportunity to learn from them. The concept of emotional intelligence (EQ) is defined as the ability to monitors one’s own and other people’s emotions, to discriminate and label them appropriately and to use emotional information to guide thinking and behaviour.

One just has to look around, read the newspaper, watch the news or see the South African statistics to see that as South Africans we are emotionally unintelligent.

The increase in aggressive behaviour among even our youngest children, the devastating impact of media saturation, the absence of relaxed family time, the abandonment of traditional values of honesty and effort and the loss of empathy and increased narcissist attitudes make it imperative to implement EQ skills into homes and schools. Families are where we learn or

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fail to learn emotional intelligence. Recent data from Daniel Goldman’s ‘Why EQ can matter more than IQ’ discusses that having emotionally intelligent parents is in itself an enormous benefit to children. Parents who have the basics of EQ recognise, manage and harness feelings that arise in their relationships. Goldman studies reveal that EQ adept parents raise children who: • Get on better with their siblings • Are affectionate • Experience less tension • Handle their own emotions • Are able to self soothe • Get upset less • Are biologically relaxed • Have better health • Are socially advantaged • Teachers rate these children as having few behavioural problems and cognitively advantaged.

GPS teaches skills of emotional intelligence needed for children, parents and teachers to become more aware and purposeful so that they can flourish.

Contact Libby Edmonds, 082 772 9312, libby@edelnet.co.za.

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Hoppers & Bugs

THE ONE STOP PARTY PLANNING SERVICE! Specialising in Kidz Themed Parteez!

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We provide: Themed Party Table & Chairs, Tableware & Décor, Jumping Castles, Popcorn & Candy Floss Machines, Cakes, Sand Art, Face Painting, Bambino Toddlers’ Set, Themed Fur Costumes (Spiderman, Hello Kitty, Barney, Minnie Mouse & Winnie the Pooh), Themed Adult Table and Chairs, Photography & So Much More...

Visit our kiddies’ party venue ARRIVING NEXT WEEK Mini ride-on electric train!

Visit our party showroom for your next party!

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Kids’ Life/Party Life Smartie Party Planners

B'Dazzled We Specialise in Kiddies’ Parties!

• Popcorn machine • Candy floss • Mini donuts • Kids’ tables & chairs • Water slides • Jumping castles (from R300) • Chocolate fountain • Bubble machine Packages from R500 Weddings & Events 072 245 2524 | 074 640 5817

We specialise in kiddies and adult party set ups. www.purpledragon.co.za

Samantha 074 764 3342 Sue 084 395 0379 BBM: 2A4FCE88 smartie2party@gmail.com

• Hen & stag night items • Dress up costumes • Helium balloons • Masks • Boas • Wigs • Hats • Party themes For Hire: Mirror balls, Dress up costumes, Bubble machines and much more Shop 3, 20 Connor Rd, Chase Valley Centre Tel: 033 345 3019

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Mother & Child Workshop

Babies 8 Weeks - 4 Years Mind, music and movement

We provide stimulating ideas with the emphasis on fun!

Creative Messy Play Perceptual Development Social Interaction Music Programme Sensory Motor Activities Fine & Gross Motor Activities Baby Massage

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For franchise queries contact info@toptots.co.za / 082 8767791

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

Everyday Life • 1 Mar, 9am – 4pm, MARITZBURG OVAL ARTS & CRAFTS MARKET, Alexandra Park, PMB, Monica, 082 774 5493.

• 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Mar (Sun), 9am – 2pm, CITY HALL CRAFT MARKET, opposite PMB City Hall, Michelle 033–396 2807.

Toni on 033 – 343 6100, lchemaly@stannes.co.za.

• 23 & 24 Mar, 7pm, Grace College presents OUR TOWN, Grace College, 2 Hilton College Rd, Hilton, Tickets cost R40pp, to book phone 033 – 343 2177.

• 7 Mar, 9am – 3pm, CANSA SHAVEATHON, Notties Hotel, Nottingham Road, contact Ali on 082 972 2675, ceo@ womeninbusiness.co.za, www.womeninbusiness.co.za.

• 7 Mar, 9am – 11am, HOWICK HOSPICE CAR BOOT SALE, Howick Hospice, 7 Mansfield Rd, lots of food and oodles for sale, free entrance, public is welcome to participate in the car boot sale, contact Kaylynne on 033 – 330 5257, fundraiser@ howickhospice.org.za.

• 17 Mar, 8am – 11am, PARISIAN CHIC BREAKFAST, in association with Mum’s Mail and The Sunflower Fund, Golden Horse Casino, hot breakfast, loads of fun & prizes, R250pp or R2 500 per table of 10, contact Mum’s Mail on 031 – 573 1731 to book.

• 28 Mar, 7am – 1pm, MSUNDUZI HOSPICE EASTER FAIR, 200 Zwartkop Road, Prestbury, contact Rashida on 033 – 344 1560, www.hospicekzn.co.za.

• 1 Mar (1st Sun monthly) 10am – 3pm, PIETERMARITZBURG MODEL ENGINEERING SOCIETY, 78 Rudling Road, Bisley, Pietermaritzburg. R8 per train ride, entrance to park is free.

Andries Keyser, 082 557 2119, www.pmes.co.za.

• 21 Mar, 9am – 1pm, CUSTODIANS OF RARE & ENDANGERED WILDFLOWERS (CREW) FIELDTRIP, Karkloof, contact Nikki on 083 473 3074.

• 29 Mar & 5 Apr (Sun), 8.30am & 12.30pm, INCHANGA CHOO CHOO STEAM TRAIN, Kloof Station (Stokers Arms) to Inchanga Station Craft Market (return), adults: R180, pensioners & children: R130, craft market, museum, food, picnic area, contact 082 353 6003, bookings@ umgenisteamrailway.co.za, www.umgenisteamrailway.co.za.

• 30 Mar (last Mon monthly), FLY FISHERMAN GATHERING, casual get together in the evening, arrive any time, Old Main Brewery, Old Howick Rd, Hilton, contact 082 574 4262.

• 11 Mar (Wed), 8.30am, WOMEN IN BUSINESS BREAKFAST, venue TBA, contact Ali Engelbrecht, 082 972 2675, ceo@ womeninbusiness.org.za, www.womeninbusiness.org.za.

• 19 Mar, 6pm – 8pm, THE COUCH- FREE BUSINESS NETWORK, Maritzburg Christian School, 82 Topham Rd, PMB, contact Contact Hilary on 071 512 7530, Hilary@bizwhiz. co.za, www.bizwhiz.co.za.

• 27 Mar (Fri), 3pm – 7pm, UNWIND for businessmen and women, Protea Hotel, Hilton, 033 – 343 3311.

• 1 Mar (1st Sun), 9am – 11.30am, DARGLE LOCAL MARKET, Lions River Club, contact Mike, 083 325 1082.

• 1, 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 28, 29 Mar (Sat & Sun) 10am – 4pm, MOUNTAIN VIEW CRAFT MARKET, Mountain View, 033 – 390 6311, Lee-Ann, lee@ltpromo.co.za.

• 7 & 28 Mar (Sat), 8am – 12pm, PIETERMARITZBURG SPCA MORNING MARKET, 235 Woodhouse Road, 033–386 9267.

• 7, 14, 21, 28 Mar (Sat), 7am – 11am, KARKLOOF FARMERS’ MARKET, 2.6km outside Howick on Karkloof Rd (access on D507), 082 820 8986, Andrea.

• 7, 14, 21, 28 Mar (Sat), 6am – 10am, PMB FARMERS’ MARKET, Alexandra Park, 082 886 0687.

• 7, 14, 21, 28 Mar (Sat), 7am – 12pm, CLARIDGE FARM & GARDEN MARKET, 5km from Northway Spar, PMB on the Otto’s Bluff Road, 078 037 6908.

• 15 Mar, 9am – 1pm, VALLEY’S MARKET, Valley’s Tennis Club, cnr Townbush Rd & Montgomery Dr), Easter egg hunt at 10am for the kids, upmarket handcrafted goods, child friendly environment, fun activities, traders welcome, contact 060 490 9403.

• 26 Mar (last Thurs monthly), 5pm till late, PMB NIGHT MARKET, AB Jackson Soccer Training Fields, contact 074 375 5193.

• 27 Mar, 5pm – 9pm, PMB DUNROBIN MARKET, Dunrobin Garden Centre, 31 Warwick Rd, live music, kids’ entertainment, beer garden, food and crafts, dunrobinmarket@gmail.com, 076 788 2052.

• 29 Mar (Sun), ALEX UPMARKET, Alexandra Park, PMB, Michelle 033 – 396 2807.

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

• 2 – 30 Mar (every Mon & Wed), 9am – 11am, TAI CHI WITH DEBORAH DON, 1 Committee Lane, Hilton, 033 – 343 3226, 082 228, 7943.

• 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Mar (Tues), 9am – 12pm, WALK IN MOSAIC WORKSHOPS, 50 Haygarth Rd, Kloof, contact 031 – 764 6454, 083 782 7810, Sheila.nichol@gmail.com, www.kznmosaics. co.za.

• 7 Mar, 9am – 4pm, BREADMAKING WITH GRAEME TAUTE OF THE WILD BREAD CO, Edgewater, 36 Sutton Rd, Hilton, to book email graemeotaute@mweb.co.za.

• 7, 14, 21, 28 Mar (Sat), GENTLE POST-NATAL YOGA (8am – 9am), PARENTAL YOGA (9.15am – 10.30am), Go Figure Fitness, 349 Town Bush Road, PMB, contact Glynis on 076 823 9327.

• 28 – 29 Mar, CELEBRATING RAPTORS – A COURSE ON RAPTOR IDENTIFICATION, presented by Ulrich Oberprieler, Ambers Auditorium Function Room, Amber Valley, Howick, contact Peter Divall on pdivall@mweb.co.za, 033 – 239 5537, 083 263 4169.

• 18 Mar, 9.30am – 11.30am, LADDSWORTH PRIMARY SCHOOL OPEN DAY, Winstead Road, Hilton, contact 033 – 243 3256/260, admissions@laddsworth.co.za, www.laddsworth. co.za.

• 8 Mar, 2pm and 6.30pm, LIZA WITH A ‘T’, Liza Minelli Tribute Show starring Tonya Koenderman, Rhumbelow Theatre PMB, R120pp, bring picnic food baskets, booking essential, book at Computicket or contact Roland on 082 499 8636, roland@ stansell.za.net.

• 16 – 20 Mar, 7.30pm, LOVE, CRIME AND JOHANNESBURG,

by Junction Avenue Theatre Company, St Anne’s College, Hilton, R40pp (concessions), R60pp (adults), to book contact

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• 4 & 18 Mar (1st & 3rd Wed monthly), 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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