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FROM THE EDITOR FAN MAIL HEALTH, FASHION & BEAUTY PREGNANCY & BABIES KIDS’ CORNER/LET’S PARTY! EDUCATION & SCHOOLING WHAT TO DO/WHERE TO STAY NOVEMBER EVENTS DIARY DISTRIBUTORS’ DIRECTORY

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FROM THE EDITOR My husband’s turning 40 this month, so that’s a good excuse for a party, but the 29th of November will also be the 20th anniversary of my Mom’s death. She taught me that life is short, so don’t wait for others to be ready in order for you to realise your own dreams. Over the years I have been taught some very important (and often humbling) life lessons, and I am grateful to the following people for these lessons: • Nadine Valle, a school friend, who taught me that something good can come from the tragic death of a child: www.kidswithcancer.co.za. • Steph Berry, fundraiser for The Sunflower Fund, who gave me permission to say “NO”. • Marc Davis, fundraiser for The KZN Society for the Blind before his death, who showed me that with a wicked sense of humour you can cope with any curve balls (he was blinded in an accident, and then developed diabetes which resulted in both his legs being amputated). • Cindy Norcott, a dynamic businesswoman and founder of The Robin Hood Foundation, who taught me to write a “To NOT Do” list. • Ross Leah, my long-suffering and tolerant husband, who reminds me to never go to sleep without resolving an argument. • The Woods, special family friends, who never miss their weekly “family night”, as family means everything to them. • Karen Brokensha, an events and marketing consultant, who showed me that with passion and purpose, anything is achievable. • Monique Metzler, the founder of Women’s Lifestyle World and a special friend whose life was cut short by cancer, and whose memory serves as a constant reminder that your health is everything.

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People come into your life at different times for different reasons and the lessons to be learnt are all very valuable. Who has made a meaningful difference in YOUR life? I would love to hear from you: editor@mumsmail.com.

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HEALTH, FASHION & BEAUTY Cancer

Did you know:

CANCER

Cancer is on the increase and almost everyone knows someone who has been diagnosed with cancer. This is probably due to changes in our diet and lifestyles, and our bodies simply don’t recognise many of the “foods” and chemicals they are exposed to on a grand scale compared to what the human body was created for. This causes a deficit in the body’s reserves to be able to deal with illness/ disease of all kinds, including cancer!

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Why you should give the “Kiss of Life”...

Cancer cells are anaerobic – they love it when there is a lack of oxygen in and around the body’s cells. One way to tell whether there is enough oxygen at cellular level is to simply test the PH of the saliva or preferably urine.

• Approximately 35 people die from heart attacks every day in our country • 75% of all cardiac arrests happen in people’s homes • Approximately 10 children die every day in South Africa and 1000s are injured • CPR for children, if started early, is often lifesaving, as they collapse due to breathing problems • The brain can only survive for about 5 minutes without oxygen

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Did you know that cancer cells become dormant at a PH of 7.5 and actually commit suicide at 8.5? It stands to reason then that becoming alkaline should be the goal of anyone wanting to be healthy, especially with cancer! A good PH test kit measures 5.0 to 9.0.

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What are we actually feeding our children? Why are people getting cancer at younger and younger ages? Do we know what’s in that packet of chips, how the oils clog up livers, leading to problems like gallstones, acidity etc? There are natural, healthy alternatives to junk snacks! We need to make what we feed our little bodies count!

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The very act of breastfeeding protects mums and babies from developing cancer! The longer a mother breastfeeds, the greater this protection. Did you know that when cancer cells are placed into breastmilk they die?

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Breastmilk is alive, aerobic and contains many protective properties that science can never replicate. Let’s get back to basics and enjoy good health! For more information contact Yulanda on 082 725 5043.

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HEALTH, FASHION & BEAUTY World Diabetes Day Diabetes is a chronic disease that occurs when the body does not produce enough insulin. This is a hormone that enables the cells in the body to take in glucose from the blood and use it for energy. Failure to produce insulin results in raised sugar levels, which are associated with long-term damage to the body and failure of other organs and tissues. World Diabetes Day is celebrated on 14 November, to raise awareness of diabetes, which is one of the world’s leading killers, after cancer. The WHO has estimated that more than 220 million people worldwide have diabetes. This global initiative is also aimed at celebrating the birthday of Frederick Banting who, along with Chris Bester, discovered insulin in 1922, a medical breakthrough as well as a life-saving treatment for diabetics. The International Diabetes Federation and the WHO introduced it in 1991 as a form of treatment in response to the alarming increase in diabetes around the world. In an attempt to educate the public on the prevention of diabetes, people are advised to attend regular screenings. From the millions of people with diabetes, substantial percentages are unaware that they have it, which leads to late detection of the disease in its advanced stages. Source: Okuhle Tamella, Forest Hills High School, Mum’s Mail Work Experience. Global Diabetes Walk: 6 November, 8am, Suncoast Casino, 5km. Registration takes place from 6am. There will be a Wellness Expo at the same venue until 3pm. Entry fee for the walk is R30 per person. Pre-event registration takes place 29 October, 9am to 6pm, and 5 November, 1pm to 6pm. For more info visit www.globaldiabetesrunwalkdurban.blogspot.com.

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PREGNANCY & BABIES Preparing Your Child for School Swimming Swimming is compulsory for all learners from Grade 1 upwards so why not enrol your young child in swim lessons with a qualified, registered and accredited swim teacher? If your child is water safe, and perhaps even proficient in the swimming pool, you will notice your child’s self-esteem and confidence improving considerably. Swimming is extremely good for gross motor skills and co-ordination. It is also strongly recommended to help improve asthma and general health.

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Domestic Childminder & CPR Course

Odette Randelhoff, local swim teacher and KZN representative on the South African Swim Teachers’ Technical Committee, encourages learning to swim in a safe but fun environment. She adds that her passion is to encourage and nurture a love for swimming. “Children need to have ‘playtime’ in the water,” she says, “but always being aware of the safety aspects of swimming pools, i.e. no running around the pool, no jumping in, no holding on others etc. is important.”

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CPR courses for Schools, Moms, Dads, Grannies and Babysitters. Booking Essential! Contact Gail Starr (033) 386 4451 • 083 445 1441 or gail@starr.co.za www.vitallifetraining.co.za

Swimming is a first term activity with most schools holding galas for Grade 1 learners. Imagine how proud your child will be when they can take part in the swimming events in the school gala and not in novelty/walking events! For children in Grade 3 to Grade 7, being part of the school swim team is a great honour. Enrolling your child in swimming lessons prior to Grade 1 will be one of the best decisions and financial sacrifices you can make. It is never too late to learn. So even for those older children, do not hesitate to get them into swimming!

Contact: Odette, 082 466 8577 (evenings), randelhoff_family@telkomsa.net.

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KIDS’ CORNER/LET’S PARTY! Party Time at Mr Funtubbles Fabulous Family Funfair!

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Mr Funtubbles Pietermaritzburg is set to rock the party world when it opens in December! A dedicated party room is being specially constructed for boys and girls to host the most FUNtubbulous birthday parties ever. With the venue being all-weather, rain and cold weather worries will be a thing of the past and parents will be able to fully enjoy preparing for the party without having to make side arrangements in case of inclement weather.

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Kids’ Party Entertainment

The extremely competitive party packages include the following:

• Craft parties • Cupcake decorating • Face painting • Games • Pamper parties • Jumping castles • Party packs • Themed accessories

• Free downloadable invitations. • Use of the party room furnished with tables and chairs. • Manager supervision at all times. • Assistance with setting up and packing away. • Cleaning services for the duration of the party. • Each child receives a ride access card loaded with credits for use throughout the fair.

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All this means that the only thing you have to worry about is catering and any special décor arrangements that you wish to make. Leave the fun to Mr Funtubbles!

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Look at what one happy family had to say: “I cannot begin to explain how much fun the kids had. Every single parent commented on the venue as they had never seen anything like it! We left the venue at 5.30pm and three children and their families were still there. This speaks for itself. I will definitely use this venue again and will be sure to recommend it to my family and friends. There is absolutely nothing that you need to improve upon. Thank you for making this day special. Regards, Ujaala Deonarain.”

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Themed Décor for Girls & Boys, Jumping Castles & More. Nozie 082 624 7590 For my party I would love to have: Survivor Show Kimbo Clown Show Action Army Man Pirate Pete Nikkitabell the Fairy Princess Nichola Teddy Picnic Other Theme Shows Also shows for grown-ups, schools & commercial marketing: mime, ‘magic’, stilts, juggling, team builds, etc

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

• Boys & Girls • Age 3 & up • Fun filled programmes • Birthday parties welcome Contact Sherri on 083 547 5981

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KIDS’ CORNER/LET’S PARTY!

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Unwanted items wanted for those less fortunate: household goods, linen, kitchen items, clothing and toys. If you have any items you no longer need please call 074 861 8977 (Pietermaritzburg only)

• Who Am I Puzzle R50 • Paint An Egg R5 • Fabric Christmas Tree Decorations R15

Teapot House Opening Jan 2012 Busy Bees Playgroup Ages 18 months - 4 years

Children’s Yoga 3 -12 years Budding Chefs’ Cooking Classes Mums and Tots 5 - 12 years Mia 033 - 343 4699 072 481 6693 miab@telkomsa.net Hilton

Phoebe and Floyd Children’s Clothing

is now available at Senses Day Spa, 8 Howick Road, PMB. Contact Fatima Khan on 082 786 4020 or fatskhan@ gmail.com.

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KIDS’ CORNER/LET’S PARTY!

Specialising in: • Novelty, wedding, divorce, Christening cakes, etc. • Designer cupcakes • Hiring of novelty & standard baking pans • Samoosas • Sausage rolls • Edible flowers • Glitter etc. Special prices on bulk orders of edible sugar flowers & other edible décor. Shop 1, 564 Chota Motala Road, Raisethorpe, 033 - 387 2812 Shop 1, Moosa’s Centre, Manchester Road, 084 580 1247 kabithacunnan@telkomsa.net • www.kcsbutterbiscuits.co.za

Pony Magic

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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.

FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY

Pony Magic stock now available at: • Allison’s Saddlery • Equestrian World • Midlands Tack & Feed

Nationwide Deliveries

Contact us for Pony Birthday Parties and our Play with the Ponies Holiday Fun Club Nikki Austen 083 377 0112 • Tracy Tamsen 082 891 4808 or e-mail info@ponymagic.co.za

Stockists of Paul Mitchell Baby Don’t Cry Products

51 Macleroy Road • 033 - 394 6855

Stockists of latest themed party tableware & décor

WOOD CREATIONS SPECIAL R4499 incl VAT

Jumping Castles & Children’s Party Planner

The one stop Party Planning Service!

+ upmarket jumping castles New!!! Sand Art and Pamper Parties & Miekie the Clown.

Price Includes: • Platform • Step Ladder • Timber Roof • Climbing Net • Swings • Slide Many Extras also available • Monkey Bars • Pull-up Ladder • Tyre Tower • Sand Pit and much more...

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EDUCATION & SCHOOLING

Veruschka Naidoo Audiology Inc.

Dyslexia Dyslexia is a learning disability that is often misdiagnosed. It is characterised by language problems specifically known as expressive or receptive language. These problems may become evident either through the reading, writing, spelling or spoken language of the individual. People diagnosed as dyslexic are often gifted but learn in a different way to most children or adults. The structure and the working of the brain are different to those who are not dyslexic. We will often see dyslexics who are artistic and are able to work in 3D and therefore are excellent in the fields of art, engineering, mechanics, music, graphics and even drama. These are all areas where spatial and visual ability together with motor integration are all important. If you suspect that your child is dyslexic they may experience difficulty with the following (though no dyslexic has all the symptoms):

Practice Number: 0193267

Is your child a square peg in a round hole? We can help! Jenni Underwood 033 - 343 4086 083 395 1321 www.braintrainedu.co.za

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

• Putting sounds into words and rhymes and working with syllables. • Decoding words to break them down. • Encoding (putting the sounds back together again). • Sequencing, for example bs and ds and words such as sign/sing; was/saw; 13/31. • Expression of language both oral and written and the interpretation thereof. • Often the confusion between left and right, up and down as well as concepts of time. • Handwriting may be a problem. • Mathematics may be affected due to sequencing difficulties, directionality and comprehension.

Source: Jenni Underwood, 083 395 1321.

331 Burger Street, St Anne’s Medical Centre, Suite 104, Pietermaritzburg 033 - 342 6881 vaudiology@lantic.net

COOL WINDS PLAY CENTRE • Children 4 Months to 5 Years • 1 - 5 Days Per Week • Reception Year • Aftercare • Holiday Programmes

Open from 6:30am - 5:30pm (All holidays excluding December) 2 Hilton Avenue, Hilton, Pietermaritzburg Tel: 033 - 343 4659 • 033 - 343 5410 YOUR CHILD DESERVES THE BEST! ENROL HIM/HER AT

Many people are never diagnosed correctly. Dyslexia is not a learning difficulty that can be diagnosed by a class teacher but must be assessed by a psychologist who can assess using the correct diagnostic tools to make a correct assessment. If the child is assessed as dyslexic specific remedial intervention will become necessary.

• Onsite Audiologist • Hearing Screening & Testing (All Ages) • Quality Hearing Aid Fittings • Worker’s Compensation Cases & Medico-Legal Cases

Kidz Palace Daycare & Educare 2 Legion Rd, Scottsville • Tel: 033 – 386 6988 18 Haldane Rd, Pelham • Tel: 033 – 386 0570 e-mail: kidzpalace@telkomsa.net 10 Months to 5 Years (Grade RR) • Fully registered – exceeds Municipal requirements • Qualified and experienced Principal • Experienced care-givers with first aid • Spacious, clean, loving, caring and safe environment • Modern computers with kids’ software • Educational and stimulating curriculum • Freshly prepared nutritious meals • Preparing your child for school readiness • Extra-curricular activities: Monkeynastix, swimming, pottery. Applications for 2012 now open.Limited space. Shamane Singh (B.ED Hons.UKZN) 083 441 1650

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EDUCATION & SCHOOLING SPRINGHAVEN PRIMARY SCHOOL

It’s Wise Eye Reading Academy’s First Birthday

Our Motto “To reach greater heights - academically, spiritually, culturally and in sports.”

What a challenging, exciting and successful year it has been for Wise Eye, Hilton. Staff at Wise Eye have been privileged to share their knowledge and successfully assist both children and adults with improving their reading speed, comprehension and vocabulary, which reflects immediately in the students’ marks and self-confidence. For their first birthday celebrations Wise Eye is encouraging all mums and students to visit them at 31 Cedara Road, Hilton for a 20% discount on their Visagraph eye test (normally R250). This special offer will run from 1 November until 23 December. The December holidays are the best time to start Wise Eye therapy as you can begin 2012 with a great head start. So don’t delay - get down to Wise Eye and book your place.

ADMISSIONS OPEN FOR 2012 Grade R Grade1, 2, 3 Grade 4, 5, 6 Grade 7

R800 pa R450 pa R500 pa R550 pa

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

Claire Hartshorne Psychologist

Tel/Fax: 033 - 391 4374 Practice No. 0059978 e-mail: springhaven@telkomsa.net Cell: 084 240 9610 167 Springvale Road, Tel: 033 - 345 2041 Northdale, Pietermaritzburg e-mail: clair_psychologist@yahoo.com

cranio-sacral therapy for Autism spectrum disorders (ASD)

Head shape may be a factor in ASD. Structure & function are inseparable: Cranio-Sacral Therapy can help optimise cranium and brain structure, which often improves function!

Contact: Wise Eye Reading Academy, Hilton, 033 - 343 3226.

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eni Steam Railway

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Hilton “Read and Learn Better, Faster and more Effectively” Young and old, Wise Eye can change your life by improving your reading skills. Wise Eye is a dynamic computerised programme. What makes Wise Eye unique is that it makes use of tests including an infrared tracking, reading and recording instrument. This advanced diagnosis of an individual’s reading ability is essential to determine the level at which the student should start Wise Eye and the degree to which they have improved.

THE INCHANGA CHOO CHOO STEAM TRAIN • 8:30 & 12:30 Sunday 27 Nov Father Christmas Choo Choo • 8:30 & 12:30 Sunday 11 & 18 Dec PLUS • Christmas Carols 17:00 Sunday 18 Dec • 8:30 & 12:30 Monday 26 Dec • 12:30 & 17:00 Sunday 1 Jan • 8:30 & 12:30 Monday 2 Jan • 8:30 & 12:30 Sunday 8 Jan Kloof Station (Stokers Arms) to Inchanga Station Craft Market (All Return Trips) • Adults R150 • Pensioners R130 • Children R120 (All return trips) At Inchanga Station: Craft Market, Museum, Food to Suit most Tastes, Picnic Area.

Contact: Devon White on 033 - 343 3226 e-mail: devon@wiseeye.co.za

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WHAT TO DO/WHERE TO STAY Space Party In September, astronaut Dr Ellen Baker visited the MTN ScienCentre at Gateway Theatre of Shopping. Much to the delight of the gathered children, Dr Baker gave a talk, a presentation and a Q & A session. “[We] hope that through meeting an astronaut, learners will be encouraged to dream...,” said Candice Potgieter, General Manager at the ScienCentre. Now while you may not be able to invite a real-life astronaut to your child’s next birthday party, here are a few ideas for an out-of-this-world occasion!

Leisure Bay (KZN South Coast) 1 bedroom (4 sleeper) self-catering holiday cottage on the beach. New listing - all school holidays still available. Regret not suitable for kiddies under 4 years old or the elderly. 072 253 3980

Invitations: • Buy a packet of glow-in-the-dark stars. Write melpeek@telkomsa.net the party details on the stars and send to guests. • Photocopy a current night sky chart. Rename the stars with the guests’ names, then give instructions so each guest can reach the party star. SIERRA RANCH Galaxy Cake: • Bake a round cake family resort & conference centre and ice it with orange-tinted icing to make it look like the sun. Family resort offering conference facilities. Exciting specials on offer! Poke thin wooden skewers of varying Family Christmas Experience 5 Night lengths into large and small marshSpecial: R2750 per adult including Dinner, mallows. Insert the other end of the Bed & Breakfast and Christmas sticks into the cake to make planets. Lunch with the Arrival of Santa! Costumes: • Ask the children to come Call Paula on 084 207 3907 or 033 - 263 1073 wearing space suits or alien costumes. info-sier raranch@telkomsa.net Decorations: • Stick glow-in-the-dark stars around the fences, house and trees. Add a few planets and spaceships too. • Cover the table with black paper and place white stars on it. Make paper-plate planets and name each one after a guest, e.g. Planet John. • Play space-movie music in the background. Games - Flying Saucers: • Cut out flying saucers (the size of a large plate) from heavy cardboard. Cut a hole in the middle of the saucer. Have the children paint the saucers and decorate them South Africans Against Drunk Driving with stickers. Then line up the children and have them toss their saucers like www.decadeofaction.org frisbees across the “galaxy”.

BUGS & BUTTERFLIES HOLIDAY CLUB

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NOVEMBER EVENTS DIARY NOVEMBER AWARENESS DAYS • Red Ribbon Month • Quality Month • 5: National Children’s Day • 7 – 13: SADC Malaria Week • 9: World Quality Day • 11: SADC Malaria Day • 14: World Diabetes Day • 20: World Remembrance Day • 24: Thanksgiving • 25: International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women • 25 Nov – 10 Dec: 16 Days of Activism on No Violence Against Women & Children • 27: Birding Big Day. ARTS & CULTURE • THE KILN PHOTOGRAPHY & ART GALLERY: Sat, 7am – 11am, Karkloof Farmers’ Market. Contact Doug Morton, 082 611 6991. CHARITY • MSUNDUZI HOSPICE FESTIVE FAIR: 25 Nov, 10am – 6pm, 26 Nov, 8am – 12pm, Hospice House (200 Zwartkop Rd, Prestbury). Contact 033 – 344 1560, fundraiser@hospicekzn.co.za. • MOOIPLAAS SQUATTER COMMUNITY TOY STORY TEA: 29 Oct, 10am – 1pm, Highway Christian Community Church, Pinetown. Entry fee: toy. Christmas shopping stalls. Contact Bev Baxter, 082 920 5798. • HELP FERAL CATS: Donate food or cash to the SPCA for sterilisation & care of feral cats. Contact Maureen Vider, PMB SPCA, 033 – 386 9267. • PIETERMARITZBURG PREGNANCY ASSIST: Offers counselling, emergency care safe house, “Baby Safes”. The organisation needs: cots, prams, car chairs, clothes, nappies & formula. Contact Rene Morcom, 033 – 347 5544. COURSES/WORKSHOPS • WRITE A SCREENPLAY: 26 & 27 Nov, Durban. Visit www.writingstudio.co.za, contact info@writingstudio.co.za. • DO YOU WANT TO WRITE A BOOK?: 12 – 15 Dec, Durban. Contact ulrike@writerswrite.co.za. • WRITE YOUR PERSONAL STORY – COURSE WITH RANDOM HOUSE STRUIK: Starts 31 Oct. 10 online modules with GetSmarter. Contact Kerry, 021 – 447 7565, kerry@getsmarter.co.za. • JUST BOUTIQUE WORKSHOPS: • 2 & 29 Nov, Christmas Novelty Biscuits • 17 Nov & 5 Dec, Gingerbread Houses • 19 & 30 Nov, Snazzy Snacks. Contact Lara, info@justboutique.net. • JUST BOUTIQUE CHRISTMAS OPEN DAYS: 24 & 25 Nov, St John’s DSG. Contact Lara Edmonds, info@justboutique.net. • SIMPLY BREATHE – LEARNING THE ART OF MEDITATION: Thurs, 5.30pm – 6.30pm, Yellowwood Café, Howick. Cost: R30. Contact Hayley, 072 971 8450, meditateinmidlands@gmail.com. • EMOTION IN MOTION: Stress release sessions, conference workshops, ice breakers, body-mind awareness. One-on-one or group sessions, incl. movement. Contact Charlotte Blignaut, coach@ emotioninmotion.co.za. • GENERAL SEWING & SOFT FURNISHINGS CLASSES: Wed afternoons. Contact Brenda Horner, 082 372 1737, decorsol@lantic.net. EDUCATION/CHILDREN • KWAZULU-NATAL MUSEUM: Mon – Fri 8.15am – 4.30pm, Sat 9am – 4pm, Sun 10am – 3pm, Jabu Ndlovu St, PMB. Contact 033 – 345 1404. • BOOKS2YOU: • 22 Nov, 10am – 3pm, Laddsworth Primary School • 23 Nov, 7.30am – 12pm, Laddsworth Primary School. Contact Paula, 082 907 1573.

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ENTERTAINMENT • FUN FAMILY DRUMMING: Sun, from 12.30pm, Chantecler Hotel, Botha’s Hill. Contact 083 704 4879. • PMB SINGLES – 1ST BIRTHDAY BASH: 5 Nov, 8pm till late, Custom Riders’ Club Hall (Oribi Rd). Cost: R50 p.p. Contact Jolene, Jolene@firstkissdating. co.za. • FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS: 29 Oct, 5pm – 10pm, Grandstands, Golden Horse Casino. Contact Kavelin Reddy, 033 – 395 8000. • FRESHLY GROUND: 3 Nov, Grandstands, Golden Horse Casino. Contact Kavelin Reddy, 033 – 395 8000. • MARTIN JONAS: 25 Nov, 8pm, Grandstands, Golden Horse Casino. Contact Kavelin Reddy, 033 – 395 8000. GROUPS • ADD/ADHD SUPPORT GROUP: For parents of children with ADD/ADHD. Contact Ralph Gilbert, ralph@drgilbert.co.za. LEISURE • INCHANGA CHOO CHOO: 27 Nov, 8.30am & 12.30pm, Kloof to Inchanga (return trips). Festive season dates: 11, 18 & 26 Dec; 1, 2 & 8 Jan. Contact 082 353 6003, www.umgenisteamrailway.co.za. MARKETS • SHONGWENI FARMERS’ & CRAFT MARKET: Sat, 6am – 10.30am, cnr Alverstone & Kassier Rd, Assagay. Contact 083 777 1674. • PMB FARMERS’ MARKET: Sat, 6am, Alexandra Park. Contact 082 886 0687. • CITY HALL CRAFT MARKET: Sat, 9am – 2pm, opposite City Hall. Contact 033 – 396 2807. • THE FOOD MARKET: Last Sat of every month, 8am – 1pm, Hellenic Community Centre, Durban North. Next market: 26 Nov. Contact 084 409 5444. MEETINGS • HIRSCH’S BUSINESS NETWORKING: Last Thurs of the month. Next meeting: 24 Nov, 8.30am – 10.30am, Hirsch’s, PMB. Contact Victoria, 033 – 328 2700. • WOMEN IN BUSINESS (WIB) FORUM: Thurs 10 Nov, PMB Bowling Club. Contact Ali Engelbrecht, 082 929 2536. SPECIAL EVENTS • IRISH SOCIETY: To participate in a function in KZN for Irish passport holders please contact Bev Moore, themoore@mweb.co.za, 031 – 266 6730, 083 777 6730. • SOUTHERN DRAKENSBERG OPEN GARDENS FESTIVAL: 28 – 30 Oct, Bulwer, Underberg & Himeville area. Cost: R30 for Festival Pocket Guide (incl. entry). Contact llene01@telkomsa.net. • PAMPER PARTIES: For girls aged 4 – 12, at your home. Cost: minimum R50 per child. Contact Nirvana Pillay, 076 492 4965, 033 – 397 2944, nirvanap722@gmail.com. Send your December 2011/January 2012 Diary Dates to editor@mumsmail.com & brenda@i4u.co.za with “Pietermaritzburg 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. e. & o.e

DISTRIBUTORS’ DIRECTORY Athlone Athlone Primary 033 - 342 9530 Cordwalles Preparatory 033 - 342 3077 Little Saints Pre-School 082 375 8947 Bisley Bisley Park Primary 033 - 386 2460 Half Pints 033 - 346 0459 Cottontail Cottage Daycare 033 - 346 2528 Gia’s Daycare 033 - 346 0392 Hazelwood Pre-Primary 033 - 386 2621 Humpty Dumpty Playschool 033 - 386 7144 Irene’s Play House 033 - 386 1014 Bombay Heights Truro Pre-Primary School 033 - 391 2472 Union Park Primary 033 - 391 4552 Boughton Angela Strydom Cato Ridge Bad Baby School House 031 - 782 3938 George Cato Primary 031 - 782 2060 Chasedene Happy Land 033 - 342 8424 Chase Valley Busy Bees 033 - 347 2214 Clarendon Baby Bears Club 084 610 3020 Clarendon Primary 033 - 342 1734 Jacaranda Pre-Primary 033 - 342 0255 Little People After Care / Crèche 033 - 345 0527 Sunnylea Pre-Primary 033 - 345 4731 Wykeham Collegiate 033 - 342 0752 Cleland Cleland Primary School 033 - 396 1568 Eastwood Eastwood 033 - 390 3511 J. C. Joshua Pre-Primary 033 - 390 3934 Epworth Audi Blocks 033 - 386 3040 Epworth Pre-Primary 033 - 846 2500 Epworth Primary 033 - 846 2500 Hayfields Hayfields Pre-Primary 083 793 9714 Jack & Jill Playcentre

033 - 396 3726 Jolly Tots 083 375 3513 Hilton Cowan House Preparatory 033 - 343 3261 Hilton Montessori 033 - 343 3551 Hilton Pre-Primary 033 - 343 4090 Toptots Hilton 083 415 9903 Howick Happy Feet Howick Pre-Primary 033 - 330 3605 Little Kids Academy 033 - 330 4076 Lincoln Meade Sally’s Day Care 033 - 396 3122 Montrose Bright Sparks Playgroup 033 - 347 1371 Little Cottage Settlers Park Pre-Primary 033 - 347 3061 Mountainrise Arthur Blaxall Special School 033 - 387 1400 Montessori Pre-Primary 033 - 397 0945 Muslimahs & Tots 083 781 4688 Wonderkids Mont 033 - 387 8667 Mountainview Amanah Pre-Primary 082 786 4068 Northdale Green Hill Primary 033 - 387 1889 H S Ebrahim 033 - 387 1320 Merryland Play School 033 - 397 0773 Northdale Primary 033 - 387 4045 Northlands Primary 033 - 387 1872 Open Door Pre-School 082 660 0647 Ramatha Road Primary 033 - 387 1762 Regina Primary 033 - 391 4628 Ridge View Primary 033 - 387 1810 Rosefern Primary & Rose Buds Daycare 033 - 387 7836 Springhaven Primary 033 - 391 4374 Suncrest Primary 033 - 391 4522 TPA 033 - 387 1011 W.A. Lewitt Primary & Rainbow Kids Pre-School 083 556 6296 Northern Park

Peter Rabbit 033 - 345 0542 Nottingham Clifton Preparatory 033 - 266 6801 King’s School 033 - 266 6716 Nottingham Pre-Primary 033 - 266 6189 Nottingham Primary 033 - 266 6731 Oak Park Oak Park Playschool 082 628 2523 Orient Heights Mighty Mouse Pre-School 083 561 8574 Orient Heights Primary 033 - 391 4500 Pelham Alex-Educare 033 - 342 8511 Kidz Palace 1 033 - 386 6988 Vrolike Vinkies Pre-Primary 033 - 386 5680 Maritzburg Christian Primary 033 - 386 3370 PMB Central Alston Primary 033 - 342 5464 De Beers Childcare Facility 033 - 245 7624/ 082 759 1697 Dr Singh 033 - 394 1005 Islamia Muslim Primary School 033 - 342 2839 Kidz Corner Pre-Primary 033 - 345 5842 Long Market Links PrePrimary 033 - 342 0510 Long Market Primary 033 - 342 0510 Merchiston Primary 033 - 342 1838 Paddington Bear 033 - 345 0954 Prince Alfred Primary 033 - 345 2664 Rangrage Pre-Primary 083 786 2425 Shri Vishnu Primary 033 - 342 8527 Stepping Stones St Christopher’s 033 - 345 4686 Sunrise Montessori 078 323 9096 Teletubbies Daycare Centre 033 - 342 4371 Three Oaks Pre-Primary 033 - 342 5703 Twinkle Star Pre-School 033 - 342 8982 Prestbury Botanic Pre-Primary 033 - 344 3136 Clivia Pre-Primary 033 - 344 3125

Prestbury Primary School 033 - 344 2796 Prestbury Methodist Church 033 - 344 1202 Raisethorpe Allandale Primary 033 - 387 6042 Deccan Road Primary 033 - 391 4318 Mighty Mouse Pre-School 033 - 391 0753 Scottsville Carefree Kids 033 - 346 0403 Jolly Jenks Playschool 082 822 8869 Khulanathi School 033 - 260 5759 Kidz Palace 2 033 - 386 0570 Lindiwe Pre-School 033 - 386 8742 Local Govt & Tradition Affairs 082 619 0555 New England Pre-Primary 033 - 386 3442 Peter Pan Special 033 - 386 8247 Pride Rock 083 789 1849 Ridge Junior Primary 033 - 387 1810 Scottsville Senior Primary 033 - 342 7508 St Charles Primary 033 - 386 8235 St John’s Primary 033 - 386 1500 Tubby Land Playschool 033 - 386 8496 Wembley Gert Maritz Pre-Primary 033 - 345 1501 Gert Maritz Primary 033 - 345 1501 Siembamba Pre-Primary 033 - 342 4311 Woodlands Forest Hill Primary 033 - 387 6262 Woodlands Primary Other Distributors: Baby and Toddler Workshops Clamber Club Moms and Tots Musikgarten Toptots Yulanda Ridge 082 725 5043 Clinics and Hospitals: Howick Private Hospital Medi-Clinic Medicross St Anne’s Hospital Libraries: Hilton Shopping Centres: Cascades Hayfields Mall Midlands Mall Scottsville Mall The Quarry Victoria Road

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