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Editor’s Life Mother’s Day Healthy Life/Beautiful Life Tiny Life Young Life/Party Life Educated Life

CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANING

Relaxed Life Busy Life

mum’s mail team

Wishing you a fresh Mother’s Day!

Editor: Alice Leah

editor@mumsmail.com

Phone: 031 - 573 1731 (ext 5) • Fax: 031 - 573 2204 Subeditor: Brenda Daniels, 073 269 6118 Accounts: 031 - 573 1731 (ext 5 or 6) Enquiries: 031 - 573 1731 (ext 1) Advertising Sales:

Photography is my Passion • Specialising in Portraits: Children & Families • Weddings

Pam 083 448 3520 Owner supervised

ERIKA WHITBY 082 749 0245 ephotography@telkomsa.net www.erikawhitbyphotography.co.za

Bev Delew, 071 276 0926, bev@mumsmail.com Tercia Schick, 082 781 8611, tercia@mumsmail.com

Roving Reporter:

Tasha Jardim, 083 381 8483, tj@tashas-fudge.co.za

Designers:

Shaun Dalziel and Christine Bernard

• Weddings • 21st • Gift Packs • Corporate Gifts and more!

Cover Photo: Models: Tarryn and James White Photographer: Natasha Brooks Photography 082 630 2367, www.natashabrooks.com

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.

“Happy people are the fizz in the soda of life...” Anonymous

Simple Life Herbalife Work with a coach to achieve your goal!

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Make sure you capture happy moments on film so they last forever!

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Editor‛s Life With Mother’s Day just around the corner, I am sure we can all relate to this!

Things My Mother Taught Me

Maths. Reading.

Success.

Give your child the edge.

Gina Clowes 082 564 9537

Education You Can Count On

DIETICIAN

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Is your child struggling at school?

We can help!

• English • Afrikaans • Maths • Maths Literacy • High School Science • Accountancy Call us for more details on

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I’ll be forever grateful for these lessons, and I’ve now become my Mother! Happy Mother’s Day.

Alice xxx

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GRADES 1 - 12

My Mother taught me LOGIC: “If you fall off that swing and break your neck, you can’t go to the shops with me.”

My Mother taught me MEDICINE: “If you don’t stop crossing your eyes, they’re going to freeze that way.”

My Mother taught me TO THINK AHEAD: “If you don’t pass your spelling test, you’ll never get a good job!”

My Mother taught me ESP: “Put your jersey on, don’t you think that I know when you’re cold?”

My Mother taught me TO MEET A CHALLENGE: “What were you thinking? Answer me when I talk to you...Don’t talk back to me!”

My Mother taught me HUMOUR: “When that lawnmower cuts off your toes, don’t come running to me.”

My Mother taught me how to BECOME AN ADULT: “If you don’t eat your vegetables, you’ll never grow up.”

My mother taught me ABOUT SEX: “How do you think you got here?”

My mother taught me about GENETICS: “You are just like your father!”

My mother taught me about my ROOTS: “Do you think you were born in a barn?”

My mother taught me about the WISDOM of AGE: “When you get to be my age, you will understand.”

My mother taught me about ANTICIPATION: “Just wait until your father gets home.”

My mother taught me about RECEIVING: “You are going to get it when we get home.”

My mother taught me about JUSTICE: “One day you will have kids, and I hope they turn out just like YOU...then you’ll see what it’s like.”

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Mother‛s Day

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Great Gift Ideas for Mother’s Day (13 May)!

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Liza Clifford GIFT VOUCHER

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1. Akimbo Kids, Mother’s Day Brunch (book by 4 May), 031 - 783 7892.

2. Liza Clifford (Professional Bra Fitting Studio), a Gift Voucher for a thorough Bra Measurement and Fitting (with Lingerie to the value of R500) for only R400, 082 655 1785.

3. Sweetpea Creations, Loslappie Bag, now R440 (was R550) until 13 May, 082 498 7412.

4. Fudge Gift Bag, R30, Tasha’s Fantastic Fudge, 083 381 8483.

5. 15% discount on Solid Silver Rings and Pendants, Jewellery by Diana, 033 - 343 4414.

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Healthy Life/Beautiful Life

Located at Jet Therapy,

151 Victoria Road, Pietermaritzburg

033 - 394 8741 SPECIAL FOR MAY ONLY

HALF FACE AND UNDERARM R650 FULL BIKINI (HOLLYWOOD/BRAZILIAN) AND UNDERARM R750 BIKINI EXTENSIVE AND UNDERARM R700

INSTANTLY remove those bulges!

NO repeat treatments in the same area required!

The # 1 alternative to traditional liposuction that’s safe and less painful.

• instant fat removal • melt excess fat and suction it out • minimally invasive, using gentle ultra-sound technology • instant, smooth & predictable results in most areas of the body • improved skin retraction • fast patient recovery • performed in-clinic with no stay-over • procedure performed by a Vaser certified doctor.

Give us a call for a private and confidential consultation, complete privacy guaranteed.

Visit our website www.contouraesthetics.co.za, for more information.

Do you want to SEE the fat being removed?

083 786 9336 Weekdays 8am - 4pm Saturdays 9am - 12pm Unit 102, The Cube, 37 Zenith Drive, New Town Umhlanga info@contouraesthetics.co.za

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Healthy Life/Beautiful Life Ozone Hydrotherapy You can survive weeks without food, days without water, but only minutes without oxygen! Flooding the body with supercharged oxygen is not a new approach to healing - ozone (a tri-molecule of oxygen) was first used in 1857 in the medical field. From a medical aspect, ozone destroys or deactivates viruses, bacteria, fungi and protozoa. It breaks up heavy metals such as mercury, lead, cadmium and aluminium, all of which are detoxed through the hydrotherapy process. Ozone also improves and accelerates wound healing (there are over 100 ailments that can be treated using ozone therapy). It also boosts energy significantly and counteracts stress. This is all achieved without harming any healthy cells or tissue.

Ozone can be introduced into the body in many ways but Ozone Steam Therapy, also known as Ozone Hydrotherapy, is favoured as the least invasive and most enjoyable form of ozone therapy. The client is seated in a chamber with only the head exposed. The body is then fully surrounded by warm steam which causes the pores to open. The ozone then enters through the skin and toxins are safely excreted back out through the skin during perspiration.

This steam method also induces a “false fever” tricking the body into thinking it is ill and the immune system kicks in to start healing processes within the body.

First Impressions Image Consultancy

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4 Week outdoor training programme

• Weight loss • Fitness • Strength • Cardio • Endurance improvements Includes 2 full body assessments during the programme 1 hour sessions Venues: Howick, Hilton, Nottingham Road & PMB

Spoil yourself or your mother this Mother’s Day by getting a Mini Makeover. A great gift idea!

Style, hair & make-up.

10% discount off all services.

• Image analysis • Fashion styling • Wardrobe & makeover consulting • Makeup analysis • Makeup application

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Soul OZONE THERAPY

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Natural Aromatherapy Products treating ailments such as: • Dry dehydrated skin • Migraines • Eczema • Muscle ache • Arthritis • Cellulite • Insomnia • Sensitive skincare • Mosquito repellant • Nappy rash Customised products made to order.

Bulk orders will be discounted.

Prices range from R60 to R200.

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CRANIO-SACRAL THERAPY is deeply relaxing

Soothing back & joint pains, nausea, headache, oedema... Supporting concerns around anxiety of pregnancy & birth.

Felicity Fernandes (RCST) Hilton 083 225 1733

AIM TO BE HEALTHY!

Contact: Theresa Lowe, The Ozone Difference, 084 677 1903, theresalowe@vodamail.co.za.

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• Detox with AIM’s: Herbal Fibre Blend • Superior Nutrition: AIM Barley Life • Get these and more at cost price • Or work from home • No joining fee • No minimum monthly orders • No strings attached Call, or SMS e-mail address to:

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Healthy Life/Beautiful Life Esse Organic Skincare

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“Going Green” is not just about solar panels and electric cars. “Going Green” can affect nearly every aspect of our lives including skincare. Esse Organic Skincare, based in Richmond, KZN, is a range of facial products that helps users “Go Green”.

Their products are made completely with ingredients of natural origin and the actual process of making the products is also green-friendly. For instance, the containers are made from recycled glass and the raw materials are sourced locally.

I tried out the Esse Cream Cleanser and the Esse Deep Moisturiser. I’m a bit fussy when it comes to facial skincare but was very pleased to find how well the products agreed with my skin. Although fussy I’m also lazy, so was glad to see that the cleanser also removes eye make-up (bonus – I get to cut out a step!). Patting on the cleanser with just a little water on my hands made a pleasant, easy-spreading “paste” and brought out the gentle mint flavour. It had no drying effect on my skin whatsoever, due to the Baobab oil within.

The Deep Moisturiser is wonderful. I just tapped it on (no vigorous rubbing needed) and was left with a unique silky-withoutbeing-oily feeling. Ylang ylang and honeybush are some of the ingredients used in this product. I think the 50ml pot will last a long time, making the cost of R290 well worth it (the 100ml Cream Cleanser costs R130.75, the 200ml R190.12).

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Mother’s Day Special:

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Braid Street Family Clinic Dr Aslaam Mahomed & Dr Sheldon Chetty

This child friendly environment offers medical services for the whole family!

Esse products are available at selected salons, spas and health stores or can be purchased online (www.esse.co.za). Contact 033 – 212 3506, info@esse.co.za.

Review by Brenda Daniels for Mum’s Mail.

WIN WIN WIN Mum’s Mail has 2 Esse Cream Cleansers & Deep Moisturisers to give away to 2 lucky readers.

Visit www.mumsmail.com to enter.

Come in and see us!

Mon - Fri: 9am - 6pm • Sat: 9am - 2pm

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Healthy Life/Beautiful Life Water Business

www.sanbs.org.za 0800 11 9031

Craig Brown currently owns and manages Oasis Water in Pietermaritzburg. This husband, and father to two daughters, Chelsea (15) and Zoe (12), didn’t however start his working life in the water industry or in Pietermaritzburg. Craig used to be an airline pilot based in Luxembourg. An accident which damaged his hearing changed all that resulting in him losing his aviation medical.

“I was a Training Captain for an overseas airline flying 747s,” said Craig. “I fell down a ladder in the cargo hold, hit the back of my head on my way down and fractured my skull. The accident affected my hearing and I was disqualified from flying.”

Lots of time with medical professionals ensued and Craig developed an interest in healthy eating, healthy drinking and a healthy lifestyle. Because of the many countries and hotels he had visited during his flying days, Craig also had a good background knowledge in bottled water.

“I realised that many locals in different parts of the world had stopped drinking tap water (for health reasons) so bottled water looked like a good industry to be in.”

Bring this advert in for a FREE 500ml bottle & taste the difference Call Craig on 033 - 345 9508 or 071 143 2696 97 Victoria Road (Opposite Mndeni Meats) www.oasiswater.co.za Find us on Facebook @ Oasis Water Pietermaritzburg

After research, Craig decided on Oasis Water because of their size (they have 150 branches countrywide) and professional approach. He attended a training course in Pretoria taught by very knowledgeable teachers and bought and opened his own franchise in Pietermaritzburg. That was two years ago. Craig is now working on automating the bottling process at his factory to increase production.

Contact: Craig Brown, Oasis Water, 033 – 345 9508.

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CPR courses for Schools, Moms, Dads, Grannies and Babysitters.

For more information call toll free:

Booking Essential! Contact Gail Starr (033) 386 4451 • 083 445 1441 or gail@starr.co.za www.vitallifetraining.co.za

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Tiny Life Working and Breastfeeding Many new mothers return to work outside the home while their babies are still very young, and feel that they have to stop breastfeeding. This is not necessary. Formula-fed babies get sick on average 12 to 14 times in their first year, which is more than once a month! Breastfed babies get sick maybe once or twice in the first year so you will not need to take off work as often to care for a sick baby. This should motivate your boss to let you take short breaks to express each day (don’t colleagues take frequent smoke-breaks?). It will also keep your breasts from becoming engorged. Practically: Breastfeed all feeds that you are with your baby. Express all feeds that you are not, to stimulate your milk supply. These will also be your baby’s feeds while you are apart. Weekends and evenings: Enjoy the closeness of nursing your baby but express after feeds.

Keep and add up all those 5 - 20mls in the bottom back of the fridge for Monday (expressed milk can last for about three days in the fridge if you’re very clean and sterile). On work days, wake up half an hour earlier and breastfeed, then get yourself and baby ready for the day. Just before you leave your baby, breastfeed again.

Then express all missed feeds (tea time, lunch time, tea time) and keep this for the next day. One to two hours before being reunited with your baby, ask the carer not to give baby anything so that you and your baby can bond and breastfeed as soon as you walk in the door.

STEM CELL STORAGE AT BIRTH Your baby’s umbilical cord is filled with precious stem cells that can be harvested at birth.

There are currently over 70 diseases that can be treated by the use of stem cell technology.

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CHOOSE FROM LOCAL, INTERNATIONAL OR DUAL STORAGE For more information contact: +27 (0) 860 783 6235 (within South Africa) +27 (0) 87 8080 170 (within Namibia & Botswana) info@cryo-save.co.za • www.cryo-save.co.za All our services are available to parents in South Africa, Botswana & Namibia

Source: Yulanda Ridge, Certified Lactation Consultant, 082 725 5043, 033 – 396 1733.

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For franchise queries contact liz@toptots.co.za • 082 876 7791 • www.toptots.co.za

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Young Life/Party Life How to Help Situated in Songondimani in the rural outskirts of Elandskop, the Kusile Community Centre caters for 77 children aged six and under in a little rondavel. They have a small kitchen and a very small room in which the babies sleep. Many of these children are from child-headed households, some are orphans, vulnerable children and some are affected by HIV and AIDS. Despite meagre resources, the Kusile Community Centre is trying to meet a burgeoning need in Elandskop by providing the children with a daily meal and education.

The Thembelihle Seniors’ Club, based in the Thokozani township in the Cramond area of New Hanover, was started in 1999. The club is affiliated to PAFTA (Pietermaritzburg Association for the Aged) and has 30 members. The objective is to develop the life skills of senior citizens by doing sewing, beadwork, jewellery, mats, wooden curtains, and pillows, mostly for sale in the community. The members also aim to provide themselves with nutritious meals and ensure they have a balanced diet.

The Mpolweni Child and Family Welfare Society operates in 10 villages in Ward 10 in the New Hanover area of the uMshwathi Municipality looking after a population of 12,000 children and youth. Under the guidance of a social worker the Society works to enhance the wellbeing of children and youth and provides foster care, re-unification services, counselling, protection from exploitation, temporary placement and legal protection. As a result of a hands-on volunteer programmes, clinical services other than care are now possible in homes as well as referrals to Health Care Centres.

For more info on all the above, please contact the Pietermaritzburg Community Chest, director@communitychest.org.za, 033 - 394 1031, 072 768 5485.

THE ONE STOP PARTY Jumping Castles & Children’s Party Planner

PLANNING SERVICE!

Specialising in Kidz Themed Parteez!

We provide: Themed Party Table & Chairs, Tableware & Décor, Jumping Castles, Chocolate Fountains, Popcorn & Candy Floss Machines, Cakes, Sand Art, Face Painting & So Much More...

Anthea on 082 302 5835 anthea@hoppersandbugs.co.za• www.hoppersandbugs.co.za www.mumsmail.com

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Young Life/Party Life Bead Buzz Parties Working with beads is a creative, pleasant pastime. Time spent dabbling with different textured, coloured, and shaped beads is soothing, expressive and productive. Of course it’s so much more fun when you can get creative in a social environment.

So if you have a family birthday coming up, consider giving your mum, daughter or friend a “Bead Buzz Beading Party”.

At Jewellery by Diana in Hilton (Shop 11, The Quarry Centre, Hilton Avenue) all the beads and equipment are supplied and staff will be on hand to help you during the beading “buzz”.

Kiddies’ Party and Décor Hire

Stocks are suitable for young and old and there are different party packages available so call to find out which one would suit you.

Bead Buzz parties are also great teambuilding workshop opportunities so gather your colleagues, choose a special day and get bonding! And instead of the same old dinner out with girlfriends, why not go for a Bead Buzz party instead? That way you’ll each go home with a beautiful new piece of jewellery, made by you.

Call 079 892 7603

WOOD CREATIONS All CCA Treated Poles & Timber

So get into the buzz and book your Bead Buzz party today.

FIBREGLASS SLIDES MANUFACTURER (DIRECT TO THE PUBLIC)

SPECIAL R4999 incl. VAT

Contact: Di, Jewellery by Diana, 033 – 343 4414, 074 102 8877.

Includes:

• Platform & Roof • Step Ladder • Slide • Cargo Net • Double Swing Set • Installation • Many add-ons available Tel: 0861 11 55 37 www.sloughtrading.co.za Terms & Conditions Apply

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Young Life/Party Life Pietermaritzburg Gymnastics Academy Gymnastics improves posture, co-ordination, stamina, flexibility and discipline of mind & body.

Visit our website for more exciting products!

Jaci Tibbit - 082 827 8474 jaci@jackflashstories.co.za

• Boys & Girls • Age 3 & up • Fun filled programmes • Birthday parties welcome

www.jackflashstories.co.za Contact Sherri on 083 547 5981

For Hire

033 - 344 3903

• Plain & themed various shaped tables • Chair covers • Personalised banners • Custom made piñatas and centre-pieces on request NEW - 8 YEARS AND OLDER FUN PARTY FURNITURE

Visit our showroom

SIMPLE ELEGANCE Themed Décor for Girls & Boys, Jumping Castles & More.

Nozie 082 624 7590

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SWIMMING LESSONS

For all ages & abilities • Heated pools • Showers/change rooms • Enclosed parking • Gym equipment • Tuck shop • Safe, park-like surroundings

KIDS’ OUTDOOR PLAYHOUSES & BRAND NEW KIDS’ BEDROOM FURNITURE RANGE

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Gorgeous Workshop Parties for Mums & Kids Lara 084 587 0880 www.justboutique.net

Pony Magic

Horse & Pony Gifts & Apparel for Adults & Children

An exciting range of horsey products designed for horse crazy kids! The range includes T-shirts, riding shirts, caps, mousepads, pencil bags, homework bags & a variety of bags. Unique products can be made to order, eg. bedding.

Pony Magic stock now available at: • Allison’s Saddlery • The Haybarn• Equestrian World • Midlands Tack & Feed • Nuts About Toys & Books • Banbury Saddlery (Benoni)

Contact us for a unique Pony Magic Birthday Party!

Corporate branding also available Nikki Austen 071 492 4565 • Tracy Tamsen 082 891 4808 or e-mail info@ponymagic.co.za

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FOR AGES 5 & UP Bring your JNR GI to our exciting BOOT CAMP KIDS’ venue for an experience of a lifetime KIDS’ PARTIES PAINTBALL SCHOOL OUTINGS HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES

082 782 6432 www.bootcamp-sa.co.za

Educated Life Give Your Children the Head Start They Need!

Research confirms that on average people with a tertiary education qualification earn at a superior level and achieve higher career success. Which parent, then, wouldn’t want to give their child such an opportunity?

These three investment gems will assist parents to make a quality investment decision that could make the difference between just being little Johnny, or maybe little Johnny M.D.:

Are you or your child not coping?

PMB | Hilton

Inprove Your Reading Improve Your Life Children & Adults Phone Devon White Today.

033 - 343 3226 devon@wiseeye.co.za www.wiseeye.co.za

Claire Hartshorne Psychologist Practice No. 0059978

Cell: 084 240 9610 Tel: 033 - 345 2041

e-mail: clair_psychologist@yahoo.com

Practice Number: 0193267 School Grade 1 - 12 Remedial lessons: all subjects Assistance with exam preparation

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• Invest in equities. Investing for children’s education is a long-term strategy.

Cash savings alone are not going to do it, and in fact the younger your children are the greater the argument to be in equities. Equities or shares listed on the stock exchange are the only investment really likely to grow the buying power of your money with any degree of significance. If this were not the case then you would be better off saving money in your home loan until you needed it.

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

THE AUDIBLOX PROGRAMME HELPS TO:

• Increase intelligence • Sharpen attention & concentration • Develop accurate perception • Improve long & short term memory • Promote logical thought • Improve reading • Build self-esteem & self-confidence

Anne 033 - 386 3040

• Onsite Audiologist • Hearing Screening & Testing (All Ages) • Quality Hearing Aid Fittings • Worker’s Compensation Cases & Medico-Legal Cases 331 Burger Street, St Anne’s Medical Centre, Suite 104, Pietermaritzburg 033 - 342 6881 vaudiology@lantic.net

• Save costs. Most people believe that when investing in equities they need to find the best performing fund. Frankly paying the lower annual costs is far more important. This is because compounding of dividends is where the most growth comes from, and this cannot happen if you are paying away too much in fees.

Contact: Robin Gibson, Certified Financial Planner and a director of Harvard House Investment Management (Pty) Ltd, 033 – 330 2164.

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Relaxed Life Sani Pass Hotel and Leisure Resort Soars to New Heights Set in the Mkomazana Valley of the Drakensberg Mountains, Sani Pass is perfectly situated for visits to Lesotho, and offers a range of leisure activities at the hotel itself. Outdoor delights include walks, hikes, picnic trips, quad bike rides or horse rides through fields, beautiful forest areas and a waterfall gorge. A nine-hole golf course will keep the sporty happy, as will two bowling greens, fly fishing facilities, badminton and volley ball, and a sparkling swimming pool. If it’s pampering or good food you’re looking for, then the Sani Pass Hotel has that too – in the form of a wellness centre and highly qualified and creative chefs. But what is extra special about this 1958 year old treasure are its recent and ongoing severalmillion-rand renovations. All the spacious bedrooms in the main building have been renovated and fitted with comfy new furnishings. The bathrooms have also been redone as has the road leading to the hotel (all the way from Himeville).

Outdoors, the golf course has received a major restoration and the bowling green is perfectly maintained. Two new venues have been added - the Cigar Lounge (for the enjoyment of whisky and sushi!) and a Sports Bar. Staff training has been prioritised under the new management team, resulting in an enthusiastic, motivated staff complement that cheerfully sees to guests’ needs. Eco-friendly additions have also been made in the form of heat pump installations and the use of energy-efficient bulbs.

Plans for the future include renovation of the garden cottages.

So book into the new/old Sani Pass Hotel and Leisure Resort now for a refreshing, relaxing holiday!

Contact: 033 – 702 1320, reservations@sanipasshotel.co.za.

Spoil Mom this Mother’s Day with a stay at the gorgeous,revamped Sani Pass Hotel! R795dbb!

Special Mother’s Day Brunch with Live Music

• Horse Riding • Quad Biking • Hikes & Nature Walks • Mountain Biking • Ideal Wedding Venue • 9 Hole Golf Course • Swimming Pool • Kids’ Play Room • Buffet & A La Carté Restaurants • Billiards Room • Entertainment Programme • 4x4 Trips • Wellness Centre • 2 Natural Waterfalls • Conference Facilities • Trout Fishing • Rock Art • Birding & Wildlife • 3 Bars • River Rafting & Tubing

Central Reservations: Tel: 033 - 702 1320/1 Fax: 033 - 702 0220 reservations@sanipasshotel.co.za • www.sanipasshotel.co.za

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Busy Life ARTS & CULTURE • FUNK 2012: Interschool Dance Programme, 19 & 21 – 23 May, 7.30pm, Hilton College Theatre, Hilton College. Cost: R50 p.p. Contact Doreen Stanley, theatre@hiltoncollege.com.

• THE KILN PHOTOGRAPHY & ART GALLERY: Sat, 7am – 11am, Karkloof Farmers’ Market. Contact Doug Morton, 082 611 6991.

BUSINESS MEETINGS • BUSINESS NETWORK: 2nd last Thurs monthly, 3.30pm – 6pm, PMB. Contact Carmen Teal, 071 512 7530, carmen@corporatenetwork.co.za, www.corporatenetwork.co.za.

• KINGDOM BUSINESS NETWORKING: 23 May, 8am, The Coffeeberry, Cascades Mall. Contact Belinda, info@connectmagazine.co.za.

• ENVIRONMENT FORUM: Mon, 4pm, PMB Chamber of Business. 033 – 345 2747, pcb@pcb.org.za.

CHARITY • GOD’S WAREHOUSE (WHEATFIELD MISSION OUTREACH): Assists families who have no food. For food drop-off points contact Debbie Schroeder, 083 230 6643, godswarehouse@telkomsa.net.

• A WALK FOR THOSE WHO CAN’T: 18 – 20 May, PMB to Durban. To raise funds for Quadpara Association.

Cost: R200. Contact Jo Wilkinson, 031 – 792 8833, 072 717 6300, joannew@tritonexpress.co.za.

• ESTHER HOUSE: Safe place for abused women & children. Contact June if you would like to assist, ijestherhouse@futurenet.co.za.

• WEAR GREEN FOR NATIONAL CHILD PROTECTION WEEK: The Child & Family Welfare Society of PMB are asking that businesses support and encourage their staff to wear green on Friday 25 May and thereby assist the organisation to raise funds and awareness for essential child protection services.

Stickers & wrist bands with the message “Join hands to keep children safe” (R5 & R8 respectively) are available. Contact Nadine Donnelly, 033 – 342 8971.

EDUCATION • KWAZULU-NATAL MUSEUM: Mon – Fri 8.15am – 4.30pm, Sat 9am – 4pm, Sun 10am – 3pm, Jabu Ndlovu St, PMB. Contact 033 – 345 1404.

• BOOKS2YOU: • 7 & 8 May, Merchiston Prep • 21 & 22 May, Wykeham Collegiate. Paula, 082 907 1573.

ENTERTAINMENT • COCKTAIL EVENING FOR SINGLES TO MINGLE: 26 May, 7pm – late, Pot Belly Pinter, PMB. Cost: R60 p.p. Contact Jolene, jolene@firstkissdating.co.za.

• VINTAGE BAYNESFIELD MUSIC IN MAY: 6 May, 10am – 4pm, Baynesfield Estate. Contact Eleanor Schofield, 033 – 251 0001.

• KOGONGO VALLEY MUSIC FESTIVAL: 5 May, 10am – late, Korongo Valley Guest Farm, Ixopo. Contact Sue, 039 – 834 1039, 082 815 2003, korongo@ telkomsa.net, www.korongovalley.co.za.

• MSUNDUZI HOSPICE COMEDY EVENING: 4 May, 7.30pm, Golden Horse Casino, PMB. Tickets: R100 p.p., available from Hospice. 033 – 344 1560.

• MOUNTAIN VIEW ENTERTAINMENT: • Sun, 12pm – 4pm, live music (Jammo). • Wed, 6pm, Music Circle (Jammo). • Wed, Friendship Club & Pizza Specials • Fri, 7pm, Movie night. Contact deseree@live. co.uk.

• JAMMO: Music & entertainment, every Fri, 6pm, Cliffy’s, PMB. Contact Tracy, 071 355 8714.

• DRUMKIDZ PARTIES: Contact Bhavna, 081 587 2599, bhavna@drumkidz.co.za.

LEISURE • YOGA RETREAT WEEKEND: 18 – 20 May, Satori Farm Lodge. Cost: R1200. Contact Khara-Jade, 078 458 9021, loveyoga.livewell@gmail.com.

• TROUT FISHING WEEKENDS: • 26 & 27 May, KZN Midlands. • 24 – 26 Aug, Underberg/Himeville.

Contact Women in Business, Ali Engelbrecht, ceo@ womeninbusiness.org.za, www.womeninbusiness. org.za.

• CARS IN THE PARK: 20 May, Golden Horse Casino, PMB. Contact 033 – 395 8000.

• MINIATURE LIVE STEAM TRAINS: 1st Sun (6 May, 3 COURSES/WORKSHOPS • BASIC COMPUTER LITERACY: Mon – Thurs, 2pm – Jun, 1 Jul), 10am – 4pm, Bisley, PMB. Andries Key4pm, Meadows. Contact Lynette Muchna, 033 – 396 ser, PMB Model Engineering Society, 082 557 2119.

2819, lynettemuchna@sai.co.za.

MARKETS • MANAGING & SUPERVISING YOUR STAFF: 15 May, Train Smart Training. Contact Maureen, 031 – 563 • KARKLOOF MARKET: Sat, 7am – 11am, 2.6km outside Howick on Karkloof Rd (access on D507). Con4302, 082 820 2412, maureen@trainsmart.co.za.

• HOITY TOITY CUPCAKES: For specially designed tact Andrea, 082 820 8986. toppers on cupcakes, cupcake parties & cupcake • NITE MARKET: Last Thurs monthly, Cliffy’s, PMB. classes. Contact Yola for Mothers’ Day specials, 079 Contact Tracy, 071 355 8714.

• CAR BOOT SALE: Last Sun monthly, 9am – 1pm, 517 2220, kristabelle22@yahoo.com.

• JUST BOUTIQUE: Food, craft & health workshops Cliffy’s, PMB. Contact Tracy, 071 355 8714. for kids & adults. Contact Lara Edmonds, info@just- • PMB FARMERS’ MARKET: Sat, 6am, Alexandra Park. Contact 082 886 0687. boutique.net, 033 – 342 4984.

• INTERIOR DECORATING COURSE: 10 lessons, eve- • CITY HALL CRAFT MARKET: Sat, 9am – 2pm, opnings (starting 8 May), 15 lessons, mornings (starts posite City Hall. Contact 033 – 396 2807.

18 July), 11 Centenary Rd. Contact Brenda Horner, SPECIAL EVENTS Décor School, 082 372 1737, decorsol@lantic.net.

• SIMPLY BREATHE – LEARNING THE ART OF MEDI- • MAYDAY FOR RIVERS: DUCT will be walking the TATION: Thurs, 5.30pm – 6.30pm, Yellowwood Café, entire length of the uMngeni River, arriving in DurHowick. Cost: R30. Contact Hayley, 072 971 8450, ban 27 May, 12pm. For more info contact Penny Rees, 082 340 7571, pennyduct@vodamail.co.za. meditateinmidlands@gmail.com.

• EMOTION IN MOTION: Stress release sessions, Send your June 2012 Diary Dates to conference workshops, ice breakers, bodyeditor@mumsmail.com & brenda@i4u.co.za mind awareness. One-on-one or group sessions, with “Pietermaritzburg Diary” in the subject incl. movement. Contact Charlotte Blignaut, line before 10 May 2012. Entries will be coach@emotioninmotion.co.za. published space permitting & at the • GENERAL SEWING & SOFT FURNISHINGS CLASSEditor’s discretion. Please confirm ES: Mon afternoons. Contact Brenda Horner, 082 372 all details of events with contact person. e.& o.e.

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