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Tel: 043 748 2998 | Spargs Centre, Beacon Bay Open daily from 11am - 10pm
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Municipality Aquarium Burst pipes Disaster Mngt Grass cutting
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NSRI Poison Info Roads Surf Rescue Traffic Water leaks
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Hospitals LIFE BEACON BAY HOSPITAL. 24-h accident and emergency unit. Tel: 043 711 5100 LIFE ST DOMINIC’S HOSPITAL. 24-h trauma and emergency unit. Tel: 043 707 9000 FRERE HOSPITAL Amalinda Dr, East London. Tel: 043 709 1111. Visiting hours: 11am-12am, 3pm-4pm, 7pm-8pm. Children’s ward: 3pm-4pm. 043 709 1111 ST BERNARD’S HOSPICE Tel 043 721 0051. 44 St Marks Rd Southernwood
Art Galleries Ann Bryant Art Gallery. St Marks Road Tel 043 722 4044 9.30am to 5pm on Mon to Fri. 9.30am to noon on Sat. Admission is free. Arts Unlimited. 6 Bell Rd, Vincent. 043 726 3355 Floradale Fine Art. Mon - Sat: 10am-3pm. Sun: 10am-1pm. Rose 078 294 7252 Marlene Neumann Fine Art Photography. View by appointment. Contact Marlene on 083 321 3391. Malcolm Dewey Fine Art. 60 Darlington Rd, Berea; 083 711 9888 Vincent Art Gallery. 2 Donald Rd, Vincent 043 726 4356
Shopping Centres Balfour Park Shopping Centre. 043 726 5349.8am – 8pm (Checkers only) Beacon Bay Retail Park. Bonza Bay Rd, Beacon Bay. 043 748 4660 Vincent Park Centre. Devereux Ave, Vincent Park. 043 727 0990 Hemingways Mall: Hemingways Casino. Ideal Homes Mini Mall: Vincent Rd, Vincent Spargs Mall: Bonza Bay Rd, Beacon Bay The Floradale Centre: 043 748 2420
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3 FRERE ROAD, VINCENT (next to Toast Deli, opposite Selborne Primary)
Tel: 043 727 1266.
Nicalene Coutts
Psychic Medium, Energy Healer Intuitive Life & Spiritual Counsellor 072 655 1021 nicalene@gmail.com
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Become a Living Waters Ambassador, and open the door to create a world of opportunity for victims of abuse and other vulnerable people.
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e are seeking a new generation of people, a generation who is tired of watching from the side-lines as others talk & do nothing; a people who want, instead to be a part of the solution! 'Ordinary People' able to accomplish far more together than they would on their own, thereby creating EXTRAordinary in their world. We invite you to join us, in making a tangible difference in the lives of others. Become a Living Waters Ambassador, an individual who is willing to donate a minimum of R100 per month, and who will challenge at least 10 friends to do the same. Are you willing to roll up your sleeves and become a person of action? We are creating a new culture of giving, a little collectively, makes a HUGE difference as it unites together! Make the difference yourself! Ambassadors, to the power of 10, bringing about the change we so desperately want to see and need to be.
For further details: 043 721 2915 Living Waters Ministries First National Bank Branch no: 211021 Acc. No: 62021245271
43 Jarvis Road, Berea • Mon - Fri: 8am - 4.30pm Tel: 043 721 2915
HealthY LIVING & EVENTS Business hours: Mon 9am - 3pm, Tue 8am - 5pm. Wed and Thurs 8am - 7pm. Fri 8am - 6pm. Open late by appointment / Oop vir laat afsprake indien gereël. Ladies and gents, jonk en oud, all welcome. hairmaryke@gmail.com Blessed Easter • Geseënde paasfees
Call 071 161 6345
22 Chamberlain Rd. Berea, Shop 2
Times: 8am – 8pm Monday to Saturday 9am – 6pm Sunday Lee: 083 991 1619/ 043 735 4452 piccolojen@yahoo.com 35B Dersley Street, Nahoon
EASTER SPECIAL EASTER SPECIAL
SIGNATURE COUPLES RETREAT
2hrs - R1350 per couple OR R700 per person. For more information please call us or stop by. CERTIFIED HYPNOSIS PRACTITIONER & CERTIFIED PARTS THERAPY FACILITATOR Hypnosis for Inner Conflict Resolution
FACILITATING CHANGE IN CHILDREN & ADULTS Affiliated to: IMDHA (USA), APHP (UK), SAIH (RSA)
Nicalene Coutts C.Ht; CPTF 072 655 1021
Iyengar Yoga classes
at The Centre for Photography and Light in Vincent.
BEGINNERS WELCOME
Contact: Monique Weschta
083 330 6948
monique@shaktishantiyogawear.com To advertise call Tirsa 079 594 2267 / 043 735 2059 / info@thewhatson.co.za
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Jacksons Fabrics
The Fabric Shop
83 Old Transkei Rd, Nahoon T: 043 735 3750 • F: 086 861 3455 nahoon@cowie.co.za
AVAILABED
Helping you find Accommodation all over South Africa Valerie Knoetze 079 782 7070 | 043 740 5636
Waterslide, jumping castles, popcorn machine for hire. Ideal for parties. Carlos 072 376 6918, Bev 084 250 3925 bevmountfort@gmail.com
FOR EXPERTISE IN TRAINING DOGS! Royal Canin's SUPER PUP Classes: R50.00 voucher avail Obedience Courses for adolescents and older dogs Qualified Dog Behavioural Consultant (UK Diploma) Lynda: 0826019196 / k9lynda@gmail.com Lisa: 0713537521 / schutzhundlisa@gmail.com
chair cover & tieback rentals
Gale 082 927 7828
sittingprettysa@hotmail.com
Pet Shop
043 726 1865 083 320 5308 course in: Basic obedience, East London 3 month Companion dog training Dog Training & Professional dog trainer & animal behaviourist (ethologist specialising Socialisation in cats & dogs) EL training dog whisperer School
Bessie King 083 701 4770 / 043 726 9043
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Maths & Science Extra Classes Raymond Simms Cell: 079 098 4416
8km along N6, turn left at Nahoon Valley Sign. Melody: 082 478 2949. burnsidetouchfarm@gmail.com Open Tues - Sat: 9am - 4pm. Sun: 8.30am - 2.30pm. • R20pp
Arty Pharty Arts and Craft Parties Contact: Jayde Card Cell: 079 181 1049 email: jaydeart@gmail.com
Pamper yourself
Healing Hands Tired of stress, depression, anger, anxiety, pain? Daphne - Energy healer, psychic, massage therapist. 083 454 3998.
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Start the year with a new look! surita@fuzzhair.co.za 043 735 2072 • 52B Beach Road, Nahoon www.facebook.com/fuzz.hairdressing
DYNAMIC EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES 043 726 2225
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Tidewaters Shuttle service To & from Airport as well as in and around East London (t) 043 740 4505 (c) 082 463 7524 / 082 4166 830 www.tidewaters.co.za
SHOPPING BEATNIX LEATHERWORKS Proudly South African
Tel: 043 726 1256 Vincent Park Centre
Footwear Specialists Tel: 043 743 3375 Vincent Park Centre To advertise call Tirsa 079 594 2267 / 043 735 2059 / info@thewhatson.co.za
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21km, 10km & 5km RUN POTJIEKOS COMPETITION
Saturday 16 March 2013 Starting from 15h00
Start & Finish at Old Selbornian Club Pearce Street, Stirling, East London
BIGGEST PRIZE MONEY plus loads of giveaways & entertainment for the whole family ALL ENTRANTS RECEIVE A FREE T-SHIRT & JUMBO SHOPPING VOUCHER. REGISTRATION FOR THE RACE WILL TAKE PLACE AT:
Jumbo Head Office from 15 February - 15 March 2013 (Unit 1, Frame Park, Chiselhurst, East London) Old Selbornian Club Monday 11 March to Thursday 14 March (17h00 - 18h30), Friday 15 March 2013 (16h00 - 19h30) & on race day (09h00 - 14h00 ONLY)
RACE CONVENER: SHARON ELDRIDGE 083 284 3781
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SHOPPING
Faeries and Fantasies Matric Farewell Season
10 Donald Road, Tel: 043 726 7444 (opp Vincent Park Centre) Necklaces, Bracelets, Rings, Clutch Bags for Matric Farewells
The Craft Gallery (at Floradale Nursery)
Tel/Fax: 043 748 2419
GIFTS, FINE ART & CRAFT MATERIALS, NEEDLEWORK, BEADS, SHEEPSKIN SLIPPERS, WALLPAPER, CHILDREN’S CRAFT KITS, ETHNIC GIFTS.
FINE ART GALLERY AT THE FLORADALE CENTRE (Old Main Gonubie Road, Beacon Bay, Telephone 043 748 2419)
Wedding Videos and Photography. Studio Photography Tel: 043 726 2200 28 Pearce St, Berea, EL
Have a coffee or meal and surf the internet here for FREE! Lavender Blue Guido’s Vincent Cafe Destination Kauai VPC
Wimpy VPC Wimpy Nahoon Spur BB Toast, Vincent
NOTICE BOARD
EDEN NURSERY is on the terraces next the to dam, behind Lavender Blue Open Tues – Fri 8.30am-3pm and week-ends/public holidays 8.30am12.30pm. WEDNESDAY IS PENSIONERS DAY, FRIDAY IS KIDZ DAY.
For all your gardening needs and advice
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SHOPPING 2 n d b ir t h d a y Special offer:
Discounts on Mosaic tiles, Canvasses, Paints and selected fabrics, Beads included.
Western Park Centre, Western Avenue,Vincent Tel: 043 727 1297 www.hobbycrafts.co.za
CHESS GALLERIA DEVEREUX AVE Tel: 043 726 0225 • studiobroder@telkomsa.net
To advertise call Tirsa 079 594 2267 / 043 735 2059 / info@thewhatson.co.za
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SHOPPING All your cell problems sorted with:
All kinds of cellphone accessories available here and repairs done here
Authentic high quality crafters needed. Please contact Monique on above number. Telephone:
043 740 5117 / 082 867 5994
Manufacturers of fly screens • Wash lines and ladders • Fly screen sliding doors 14
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RIVERSIDE RESORT | ADVENTURE VILLAGE | GAME RESERVE
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RESTAURANTS AND COFFEE SHOPS
Open for Breakfast, Lunch, Cocktails & Dinner 7 Days a week
Come try out our Sunday breakfast buffet
good food good value
www.windmillroadhouse.co.za
Esplanade, Quigney, EL | Roadhouse & Pizza: 043 722 9208 | Express: 043 742 0735
COUNTRY BUMPKIN CHINTSA
Open for Sunday lunch. To book: 043 738 5226 • www.bumpkin.co.za
Easter weekend: Open for supper: Fri and Sat. Sunday lunch. Closed Mon 16
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RESTAURANTS AND COFFEE SHOPS
Indian meals
Curry and rice, bunny chows, samoosas, breyani, roti rolls, etc.
PHONE FOR DAILY SPECIALS
Mon - Wed, Fri: 10am - 6.30pm; Thurs: 9.30am - 6pm Sat 10am - 3pm. Sun 11am - 2pm. Closed Easter
weekend Placing orders and contact number: 074 888 1666 Shop 4, Checkers Nahoon Complex
To advertise call Tirsa 079 594 2267 / 043 735 2059 / info@thewhatson.co.za
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Admission:
Adults R25 Children R15
Enquiries: 082 415 2791 Take N6 from circle for 8km, turn left at Nahoon Valley sign
KIDS’ GUIDE 30 March. Easter egg hunt at East London Zoo from 10am. Cost R15 per child (on top of normal zoo entry fee). For more information contact 043 742 53 86 or email felzoo@ el-zoo.co.za to book. 30 March – 1 April. Bunny face painting & free bunny ears outside Pick n Pay Retail Park from 10am - 1pm.
Advertise your Holiday Club with us. Call 043 735 2059 for more information
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e h t h t i w N I W Lion Park!
Name our cubs and win a R1000 cash per cub!
The Lion Park has three new lion cubs, two female and one male. Help us find names for them, and in the process you can win R1 000 cash!
1. Come spend some time at our Park, see the cubs for yourself & cuddle them if you like! 2. Think of a name for one, two, or all 3 of our cubs. (Remember, one boy, two girls). One entry per person. R1000 per cub is up for grabs. 3. Find the entry forms & competition box, drop your entry inside and hold thumbs! 4. Competition closes 7 April 2013 at 2pm. 5. The winners will each receive a R1000.
Open on Easter Monday
COMPETITION RULES
L i o n f e e d i n g S u n d ay s a t 1 2 . 3 0 p m
Open Tue - Sun (weather permitting) 9am - 5pm (last entry @ 4pm) Follow the N6 for 5.9 km, turn right at Seaview Farms Rd.
www.thelionpark.co.za Tel: 043 730 7161 LIKE US ON FACEBOOK
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RESTAURANTS AND COFFEE SHOPS
Large selection of frozen seafood Take-away fish & chips and fresh salads Seafood platters available for private or corporate functions
Mon - Fri: 10am - 6.45pm Sat: 9am - 1pm Tel: 043 735 4114 • Old Transkei Rd
The Jade Garden Delicious Chinese Take-aways
17 Pearce Street, Berea, East London Hours: Tues - Fri: 11am - 8.15pm Sat: 11am - 2pm & 4.30pm - 8.15pm Sun: 11am - 1.30pm. CLOSED ON MONDAYS
Stockist of Chinese ingredients Tel: 043 721 0423 • Fax: 043 720 1314 • Cell: 083 282 8585
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RESTAURANTS AND COFFEE SHOPS
Guido's Vincent
043 726 6808
Open for lunch daily.
Contact us on www.facebook.com/guidosvincent Devereux Ave, Paphos Park To advertise call Tirsa 079 594 2267 / 043 735 2059 / info@thewhatson.co.za
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RESTAURANTS AND COFFEE SHOPS
Pier 99 now offers FUSION food
We are East London's only Seafood, Sushi and Fusion restaurant. Like our Page to see our weekly specials.
Lunchtime SANDWICH SPECIALS between 12pm and 3pm Tel: 043 726 9185 | 2 Donald Rd, Opposite Vincent Park Centre Sushi Buffet Wednesday Nights R130 a person
Function special with
FREE venue hire
Spitbraai @ R150 per person – minimum 20 people For more info on this offer, please contact
e-mail address – info@tidewaters.co.za
Markets on the first Sunday of each month. Open every Sunday 9-2pm. Open Easter Fri/Sat/Sun/Mon. Cintsa West 072 611 2367.
Open all Easter weekend
Lion Park Functions Venue
Weddings, parties and conferences Seats up to 200 people. Bookings now open Contact Wendy on 082 693 6555 for more information 24
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Wed, Thurs, Fri: Open 3.30pm for coffee & cake/kids light meals n Mid week carvery specials from 6pm Wed, Thurs, Fri nights R65 n Sat: 8.30am Breakfast (all day) teas/cakes; Lunch from 12 - 4pm; Suppers from 6pm - Seafood buffet with carvery R139. n Sun: 9am: Teas, cakes, scones, treats; Lunch from 12 noon - Seafood buffet with carvery R139. Private functions EASTER WEEKEND TIMES: Open Friday and Saturday: Breakfast, lunch, supper. Sunday: Breakfast, teas, lunch. CLOSED 1 April on request
tel: 083 635 0744 • opposite edgars at entrance 3 THIS IS HOW IT WORKS: Book your date night, give us at least two hours notice for a meal from the menu or whatever is on promotion like our scrummy gourmet burgers (from R 55 ea). Meal is served between 5 - 6 to finish by 7, then you still have time to catch the 8 o'clock movie, making this a pre-movie date stop or an early supper so you don’t have to go home and cook. We will reward those who take the time to book in advance SO THOSE BOOKING WILL GET A COUPLES BROWNIE & ICECREAM TO SHARE!!
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good view.good food 072 846 2143 THEREEFCAFE2012@GMAIL.COM FACEBOOK.COM/THEREEFCAFE2012 To advertise call Tirsa 079 594 2267 / 043 735 2059 / info@thewhatson.co.za
CAFE &WEDDING/CONFERENCE/EVENTS VENUE
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RESTAURANTS AND COFFEE SHOPS Weekday Specials MONDAY Pensioners Special
TUESDAY Margherita Special - Large Margherita with 2 toppings Gonubie Mall, Main Rd Tel: 043 740 1686 Beacon Bay, Sherwood House Tel: 043 748 3995 Take Away & Delivery Service Air-conditioned Fully Licensed
WEDNESDAY Kids U12 eat for FREE* 1 per dining adult *Off the kids menu THURSDAY Eisbein, grilled to perfection, served with chips & veg
043 732 1172 email: lavenderbluemarket@telkomsa.net www.lavenderbluemarket.co.za Tues-Fri: 8am-3.30pm. (kitchen closes 3pm) Sat: 7.30am-1pm Sunday & Public holidays: 8am-1pm
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RESTAURANTS AND COFFEE SHOPS Chi Chi Chinese Restaurant and Take Away Berea branch: Open: Mon 4.30pm-10pm Tues -Sun 11.30am-10pm Every Tues & Sat: Sushi & Chinese food buffet. Only R128pp Every Wed & Thurs: bottomless Sushi. Only R120pp Booking essential: 043 721 2496 Greenfields branch: Open: Mon 4:30pm-9pm Tues-Sun 11:30am-9pm Every Wed & Sat Sushi & Chinese food Buffet. Only R128pp Bookings essential: 043 736 2435 Open 25th Dec from 11:30am to 4pm; 26th 11:30am to 10pm, 1st Jan: 11:30am to 10pm
What’s On in and around East London To advertise call Tirsa 079 594 2267 / 043 735 2059 / info@thewhatson.co.za
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• Full NPL training provided from start to finish (WCM, CCM, LSA) • Type conversions and weight shift to 3-axis conversions • Train on own aircraft or schools Contact: Sharon Seager aircraft. 082 798 3263
We fly you to the destination of your choice! Tel: 043 736 1660 www.av8helicopters.co.za
Blue Horizon Marine Academy • Skipper’s tickets- rivers and sea • Sailing courses For bookings and info: Glenda Wakeford 083 303 7652
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OUTDOOR FUN Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve Big 5. Malaria Free. Wild Coast. Eastern Cape. South Africa Reservations: 043 734 3234 E-mail:pgr@inkwenkwezi.coza www.inkwenkwezi.com
The Place of African Legend
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CONTACT: JOHN 082 938 6275
To advertise call Tirsa 079 594 2267 / 043 735 2059 / info@thewhatson.co.za
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OUTDOOR FUN/ACCOMMODATION
PSA Holiday Resort Quenera Mouth East
Spoil yourself and your family. The beautiful Bonza Bay Lagoon is ideal for swimming and other aquatic sports and sections of the beach are extremely popular with anglers. Your only disturbance will be the chirping of the numerous bird species, or an occasional encounter with small game. Cell: 082 880 8949 • Fax: 011 507 5297 • email: psa.resort@mweb.co.za
Driftwood Cottage - A Romantic Getaway Self-catering thatched cottage in Rainbow Valley. Relax and be inspired by driftwood, shells & nature. Tel: 043 7374431 / 083 479 2750 www.driftwoodstudios.co.za info@driftwoodstudios.co.za
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Paradise on the Wild Coast 60 minutes from East London
Umtendwe is a small private nature reserve with two self contained African-styled cottages. Come and experience the beauty and tranquility of the Wild Coast. Booking enquiries: Contact Algy Kietzmann: email: algy.kietzmann@gmail.com Mobile phone: 072 225 7113 www.umtendwe.co.za
082 927 6987 • Lucia@telkomsa.net
60 Lower Main Rd, Gonubie, 5256 • Fax: 086 265 1341
Fully Furnished • DSTV • Secure Parking • 300m from Beachfront •Serviced Daily •Lapa or portable braai’s
Clevedon Bed & Breakfast Double & Self-catering units Near Vincent Park Centre Wir sprechen Deutsch 14 Clevedon Road, Selborne
Tel/Fax 043 722 7423 Member of E.L.B&B Association
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EVENTS 1-3 March. Exhibition of Art by Aubrey Klinkradt on The Craft Gallery veranda at Floradale Nursery, Beacon Bay. 2 March. Stutterheim Farmer’s, Craft & Art Market at Eagles Ridge, Stutterheim. Contact Melanie on 083 357 0152. 2 March. Sokkie & Langarm night, 7.30pm at the Fig Tree, Gonubie. Entrance R20 per person (children under 12 free entrance). Bring your own snacks, cash bar will be available and no own alcohol to be consumed on the premises. Portion of the proceeds to be donated to Cansa. So come and join us raising funds for a good cause. 2 March. TREKKING FOR TRASH in association with Nampak Bevcan, Nampak DivFood and Collect-a-Can are bringing the CAN DO! beach cleanup to East London! Michael Baretta and Camilla Howard are walking 3000km’s along our beaches in an attempt to raise awareness about litter and the affect it has on our marine ecosystems. Whether you are are passionate about the environment or just want a fun morning out with the family, help us help them! Meet in front of Buccaneers (Eastern Beach) at 10am. Bags, gloves and sunscreen will be provided. This is guaranteed to be rewarding and fun for all involved! See the link below for more information. http:// www.trekkingfortrash.co.za/index.aspx 2 March. Walk for kidney awareness. 5km fun walk along Orient beachfront. Registration from 2.30pm, walk at 4pm. Start: Orient Theatre parking area. No entrance fee. All welcome, Tshirts and water bottles to giveaway, lucky draw prizes. Contact Robyn on 072 196 5460. 2 March. Barry Hilton at The Venue @ Hemingways at 7pm. South African comedy legend, Barry Hilton, is set to thrill audiences with his latest show Barry Hilton B.E.E (Best of Everything Ever). This performance will showcase some of his current work as well as favourites spanning a phenomenal 30 years on stage as successful, professional comedian. Tickets are R100 & available from Computicket. 2 March. Clash of the Legends Pro 20 cricket. First ever event in South Africa with SA cricket legends playing the SA rugby legends. 12yrs and older: R70, 5-11yr: R30, u4 yrs: free. Parking is available in the Ostrich Farm next to Old 32
Boys and at Stirling High School. After the cricket, come watch the Bulls vs Chiefs at 5pm and the big one – Stormers vs Sharks at 7.05pm in the beer tent and stay for the after party with live music and SoundZone at their best. For the after party only and not the cricket match – R50 gets you in. Match at Old Boys from 2pm. For more info contact 043 721 0051 2 March. POP UP SHOP. Decorlicious at Cafe Basil, from 9am to 2pm. Vintage delights: Clothing, handbags, scarves, recycled jewellery, etc. Contact Hannes on 043 721 2823. 2 March. Options in Childbirth at 10am at British Africa Travel Clinic. For more information phone 043 743 7471. 2 March. Cansa Shavathon: Vincent Park at Chez Francois and Hemingways Mall in Edgars Forecourt. 9am to 4pm. R50 for shave, spray or colour gel, R25 scholars. 3 March. Merrifield Mile at Wriggleswade Dam in Stutterheim. The Merrifield Mile consists of three separate events: the 500m MerriDash starts at 11.30am, the Merrifield Mile – the featured event starts at 12.30pm and the Kiddies Fun Wriggle for children under 8 yrs starts at 2pm. The event forms part of the Buffalo City TriChallenge. New this year is the Merrifield Mile Craft Market. Enter online on www. merrifieldmile.co.za 3 March. Market day at Tea in the Trees. Dave Goldblum, acoustic guitarist, will be performing in the Forest Theatre at 2pm. Every Sunday at 8.30am there will be yoga in the Forest Theatre. R85 including a healthy breakfast basket. Booking essential as space is limited, phone 072 611 2367. 6 March. Mel’s Fun Farm is open to the public. Kids can play, adults can relax. Tea garden, play area, wild and tame animals and great views. Entry: Adults Free, Kids R10. Contact Mel on 082 258 0440 for more information. 9 March. Cabbage Patch 15 km run from Komga Show Grounds. 20km cycle starts at 1.30pm, 15km walk 2.30pm, 15 km trial run 3pm and 5km fun run 3.05pm. R60 (run, walk and cycle), R20 (fun run). Kiddies fun, farm stalls, fresh food, pub, braai facilities, showers and live music. Go to www.cabbagepatchrun.co.za for more information.
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EVENTS 9-10 March. MOUNTAIN BIKE: Pure Vida Water Bolo 2 day outride, 70km. From airfield on N6. Contact Leon Kruger on 083 300 1813. 9 March. Kempston Ladies Nite race from Oxford Striders. 5km start at 5pm in Schultz Road, 10kim start at 5.15pm in Beach Road. 5km is R20, and R30 for 10km race. 10 March. Buffalo City Challenge biathle at Cambridge Club. Contact ssaunders@ sui.org.za for more information. 10 March. Autism Sinethemba fun/road cycle from Spargs, Beacon Bay. Contact Antoinette on 072 678 2452 for more information. 12-16 March. Stirling High School Dramatics Arts Department brings On Broadway - A tribute to modern musicals to the stage. Numbers from the modern musicals currently gracing world stages. Stirling High Hall, tickets: R50 for adults, R30 pensioners and students. For more information contact 043 735 1444. 12-16 March. Insanity League at Guild Theatre from 7.30pm. Aaron, Ben Voss and John van de Ruit make up this trio. Fathered by Voss, Aaron McIlroy and John van de Ruit, (but mothered by nobody), the league began “as a caffeine inspired statement of intent to create a sketch comedy show that would stun audiences and careen between the comedic poles of sheer genius and rank stupidity,” says McIlroy. Tickets: R120 except Tuesday, March 12 being only R65 per person. Tickets can be purchased from Guild Theatre on 043 743 0704/5. 13-19 March. SciFest in Grahamstown. The first of its kind in southern Africa, SciFest Africa is South Africa’s national science festival held annually in Grahamstown. SciFest Africa features over 600 events including popular lectures, interactive exhibitions, workshops, educational theatre, field trips, a soap box derby, laser show, high school quizzes, Science Olympics, science shows, tours and even a FilmFest. Attendance now exceeds 45,000 visitors. www.scifest.org.za 14 March. Exhibition of new work opens at Floradale Fine Art Gallery, Floradale Nursery, Beacon Bay.
15 March. Food Drive Friday. East London Animal Welfare will be asking the public to please drop off tins or bags of food. You can ask the kids in your class, your work colleagues or your club members to each bring in a tin or packet of cat or dog food. The food can be dropped off at our office/ Thrift shop (89a Rhodes Street, Quigney) on Friday 15th March from 8.30am - 4pm. For more info or to volunteer please contact Alisha on 084 275 3083. 15-16 March. Michael Naicker “Chow 4 Now Show” at The Venue @ Hemingways at 7pm. Kevin Perkins a.k.a. Michael Naicker in his “Chow-4-Now” show, where he fondly bids “Chow-4-now” to his Michael Naicker character and a hilarious “hello” to Kevin himself. R100 per person from Computicket. 043 707 7952. 16 March. East Coast Quilters Guild exhibits work on The Craft Gallery veranda, Floradale Nursery, Beacon Bay. 16 March. Jumbo Beach to Beach half marathon, 10km and 5km. Potjiekos competition. Starting from 3pm at Old Boys. For more information please contact 043 702 1900. 16 March. Cansa Relay for Life at Jan Smuts Stadium. Register a team of 10-15 people, commit to keeping at least one member walking the track at all times, because cancer never sleeps. Bring your family and friends for a fun evening of entertainment, food and drinks. There will be fun activities for the kids. For more info or to enter a team contact 043 727 0120. 17 March 2013: South Africa Triathlon Championships and All African Cup at the Orient Beach from 8am. Contact Brett on 071 883 8769 for more information. 18-23 March. Hudson High School presents Othello at Crewe Hall. Othello promises to be an exciting production that will be an invaluable aide both to learners who are studying it at school as well as to drama learners. The cost of tickets is R20 for learners, R30 for adults and R15 for block bookings. Please be advised that this production is not suitable for young children. Contact Mrs A de Kock on 082 535 6576 for more info or block bookings. 20 March. ZAMA & THE VOICE MINISTRIES. 10th Anniversary CD & DVD launch. Guild Theatre. 7pm. R100 & CD. (Applies when tickets bought before 20/3).
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EVENTS 21 March. Hogsback Away with the Fairies Trail Run in Hogsback. Contact Liam Victor on 082 927 3395. 21 March. Jeep Arminel Mountain Trail in Hogsback Arminel Village. 16km Crickley Challenge, 10km Twizza Trial, 5km Fun Trial. Contact Liam Victor on 082 927 3395. 21 March. Pet Pals 5km Dog Walk from Buccaneers. Registration from 8.30am, walk from 9.30am. Entry R20. Contact Sue Kriel on 082 850 8935 for all information. 21 March. Benny Hinn in East London. Come experience the power of God and soak up His presence with Pastor Benny Hinn for one night only. Starts at 7pm, R100 per person at River Park. 21 - 24 March. Orchid Show. The Gonubie Orchid Society will be hosting its 3rd annual judged Orchid Show at Pioneer Nursery, Main Road, Gonubie. There will be an orchid repotting service as well as a wide variety of orchids on sale. Entrance is free. For more info contact 043 732 1394. 22 March. World Water Day 22 March. Ram Slam T20 Challenge. Warriors vs Lions at Buffalo Park from 6pm. Tickets: R45 (adults) and R25 (scholars/students/pensioners). To win tickets please see page 38 22 March. Centrestage: Searching for Sugarman. Rodriquez tribute at Boeretroos Theatre. Contact Lara on 072 225 7120 or Christo on 081 750 5422 for bookings and info. 23 March. Earth Hour from 8.30pm – 9.30pm. http://www.earthhour.org 23 March. 1st Annual Rhino Run/Walk starting at 7.30am for runners and 8am for walkers at Mpongo Private Game Reserve. Entry fee: 12 yrs and up: R70; 5-12 yrs: R50; children under 5 yrs: free. Registration at Ashmel Superspar (2 and 9 March 9am – 12.30pm). Contact Gavin on 076 801 6888 or email paws4africa@ gmail.com 23 March. Karlien van Jaarsveld at Boeretroos Theatre at 7.30pm. Tickets R100 and R120 pp. Contact Lara on 072 225 7120 or Christo on 081 750 5422 for bookings and info. 23 March. Options in Childbirth at Nahoon Primary School from 10am to 34
1pm. R50 pp. Book on 082 828 5810 or www.neobies.co.za 23 March. Market @ Mel’s Fun Farm. Adults free, Kids R10. Stallholders with fantastic things on offer. Book your stall NOW. Including farm fresh produce, chickens, biscuits and much more. Drive 10km on N6, turn left at Dewpoint Rd sign, first right onto dirt road, drive for 1.5km, we are on your left. Contact Mel for more info on 082 258 0440. 23 March. Die Campbells at The Venue @ Hemingways from 7pm. East London can rock to local country Afrikaans group “Die Campbells” as they perform their unique brand of rock, pop and sokkie music. One of SA’s most successful musical duo’s Die Campbells promise to deliver top notch family entertainment including old foot-tapping favourites. Tickets R90 from Computicket. For more info 043 707 7952. 24 March. Sunshine Coast Triathlon at Orient Beach from 8am. Olympic event: 1500m swim, 40km cycle, 10km run. Sprint event: 750m swim, 20km cycle, 5km run. Investpro School Challenge: 6-9yrs 50m splash, 1.5km cycle, 0.5km run; 10-12yrs 100m splash, 3km cycle, 1km run. Enter at all East London cycle shops or www.sunshinecoasttriathlon.co.za, or Eventpro on 043 726 3116. 28 March. 99% Xhosa Comedy at The Venue @ Hemingways from 8pm. SA’s only vernacular, and one of the biggest live stand-up comedy shows in the country. Featuring some of the SA’s most soughtafter comics. Tickets are R150 per person, available from Computicket. No under 16s. 29 March. The Windmill Chintsa to Kei Mouth Coastal Challenge starting from Chintsa West Tearoom. Contact Bob Norris on 082 554 4016. 29 March. Wendy Oldfield live at Murambi Country Kitchen. For bookings contact James on 084 600 5716. 29 March – 1 April. Easter Soccer Tournament at North End Stadium. Contact gavin_denzil.van_rooyen@ daimler.com for all the details. 30 March. Easter egg hunt at East London Zoo from 10am. Cost R15 per child (on top of normal zoo entry fee). For more information contact 043 742 53 86 or email felzoo@el-zoo.co.za to book.
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EVENTS 30 March – 1 April. Bunny face painting and free bunny ears outside Pick n Pay Retail Park from 10am - 1pm. 5-7 April. Bathurst Festival. The best and only agricultural show in the Eastern Cape! 200 standholders and 20 000 visitors celebrate all things farming in a festival of competitions, exhibitions and demonstrations. Horse show, beer gardens, food village, flea market, live entertainment, from pigs to pottery, sheep to scrapbooking, the Bathurst Show has something for everyone! Contact 046 6250759 for more information. 7 April. Mystery Basket Picnic for Paws at Mel’s Fun Farm from 12pm - 3pm. A lunchtime filled with fun for the entire family set on a beautiful farm 11.5km from East London on the N6. The Mystery Basket is available for two at R140 or for kids aged 2-10 years at R50 for one. The baskets will be filled with fantastic things from restaurants and foodies around East London. Arrangement can be made on ticket booking for special requirements such for those with allergies etc. Dream Designs by Estelle will be making the event extra special for us. Book your ticket NOW - elanimalwelfarepr@gmail.com, 084 275 3083. 12 April. SAICE Schools’ Bridge Building Competition at Merrifield College from 2pm. For further enquiries contact Natalie de Morney on 043 721 0135.
Ann Bryant events: MAIN GALLERY ABSA ATELIER ART COMPETITION 2013 The Absa L’Atelier Regional exhibition.
Exhibition opening Wednesday 20 March 2013 and concludes 12 April 2013. COACH HOUSE Maritza Coetzee 2 - 9 March. BEING, an exhibition by well-known East London artist, Moritza Coetzee, opens in the Coach House, Ann Bryant Art Gallery from the 2nd – 9th March, 2013. Tanisha Bhana 14 – 30 March. Mortal Remains exhibition. Her photography is often taken in naturally challenging environments, multi-layered, saturated and broken down through digital media and interposed with misplaced objects, each paradoxically symbols of both hope and despair, offering different meanings to dreamlike landscapes. Catz Pub events: Wednesdays: The Unluckiest Bingo Player. Live entertainment. From 8pm sharp Weekly events: SPCA Flea Market EVERY Saturday in front of the Gonubie Library. Beachfront Flea Market EVERY Sunday on beachfront in front of the Osner Hotel. Eden Nursery events: Saturdays from 11am: Worm Talks. Contact Michelle on 084 798 6249. East London Ultimate Frisbee: ELUF members get together for a social game every Sunday at 11.30am on Nahoon Beach. We are starting to train twice a week Tuesdays and Thursdays at 5pm on the Stirling High School Fields
The Lady Grey Passion Play The Lady Grey Passion Play will be running over three days, from 29-31 March 2013. The Passion Play incorporates music, dance, drama and visual art to create a breathtaking work to be performed in various venues and localities in and around the atmospheric town of Lady Grey. Tickets can be bought online or at any Computicket kiosk nationwide. For info regarding accommodation, please call Rika Botha on 082 496 7149 or 051 603 7056 or visit www.passionplay.co.za To advertise call Tirsa 079 594 2267 / 043 735 2059 / info@thewhatson.co.za
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WHERE TO WORSHIP ASSEMBLY OF GOD 72 Belgravia Cres., Southernwood Enquiries Tel 043 722 9710 - Pastor Robin Jakins. Services 9.30 am & 6.30 pm BAHÁ’Í FAITH, - E L: 8:30am Sundays, for venue telephone Dina, 084 622 4667. Mdantsane NU 2 and NU7, details from Ernet, 043 762 1917. CAMBRIDGE BAPTIST CHURCH 7 Hebbes Street - 9.00 am Sunday School; Services: 10.15 am and 6.30 pm Pastor John Koning. CAMBRIDGE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Cambridge Presbyterian Church, 1 Renfrew St, Cambridge, Service: 9.00 am. Tel 043 7261393 CAMBRIDGE SEVENTH DAY ADV CHURCH 19 Dominion Street, Cambridge, Every Sat Services: 9am - Divine Service, 10h30 – Sabbath School & Bible Study. Pastor Kim Rowe-Rowe. CHRISTIAN CENTRE EAST LONDON FAMILY OF CHURCHES Wyse Ave, Abbotsford Sunday morning meeting: 9:00am Sunday evening meeting: 6:00pm Tel: 043 726 8117 / Fax: 043 726 7940 For assistance: 076 226 9222 e-mail: info@christiancentre.co.za website: www.christiancentre.co.za CHURCHES OF CHRIST Gonubie. Lower Library Hall. Sunday at 5.30 pm Tel 082 327 1570 Downtown. Coliseum on Caxton St Sunday at 10 am. Tel 083 320 9845 Buffalo Flats. 221 Greenpoint Road. Sunday at 10 am. Wednesday Bible Study at 7 pm. Youth on Friday at 7 pm. Tel 078 749 7749 Mdantsane NU3. Sophakama P.S. Sunday at 11 am. Tel 072 591 9335 Mdantsane NU9. Nkqubela PS. Sunday at 11 am. Tel 076 120 3203 Baysville. Sunday at 10 am and 6.30 pm. Bible Study for all ages Sunday at 9 am and Wednesday at 7 pm. Tel 082 651 7776 Nahoon Valley Place. Nahoon Valley Place. Bible Study for all ages Saturday at 2 pm. Tel 083 320 9845 EAST LONDON ASSEMBLY Grens Primary School. Southernwood. Services: Sun: 9.30am - Bible study, 6pm Breaking of Bread. Peter Michell: 082 662 2695/043 722 1520 (office) FIRST CITY BAPTIST CHURCH (Cnr. Oxford St. & Belgravia Crescent) Sunday Services: 9.30 am and 6pm. Pastor: Barry Thomas. Tel 043 722 4741 / 043 722 8662 GONUBIE BAPTIST CHURCH 2 Watsonia Cres Gonubie. Sunday service times 8:30am and 6:30pm at 2 Watsonia Crescent 10:00am at Gonubie High School. Pastor David Lock. Tel 043 740 3722 HEBRON CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP A family church, Selborne Primary School Hall Sunday at 9am. Contact: 083 789 4601 NEW HOPE FELLOWSHIP. 36
Sunday Mornings 9:30 am. Braelyn. Pastor John Shober 082 7368454. NAHOON METHODIST CHURCH 4 Kennington Rd. Nahoon Services: 8am (traditional style) 9.30am. (Family all-age worship) 7pm. (Youth & Young at heart) Minister: Andrew Els 043 735 1380 POWER HANDS OF GOD MINISTRIES Activities Sundays Service at 9 – 11, Saturdays 5pm Womens Meeting, Thursdays Miracle Service, Fridays 10pm all night prayers, End of the month prayers, And fasting when necessary. Call Pastor Busia on 073 550 4395 / Pastor Koleka Ntobongwana on 083 378 9226 / Mama Unathi on 073 838 0995. Upstairs Champions building Union Street, Next to kfc,Opposite Shoprite THE RIVER The River Sunday Morning Celebration 9am. River Kidz Youth & Sunday School 9am. Tel: 0861 rivers (0861 748377) SEASIDE FAMILY CHURCH (GONUBIE) A church where people matter. Sundays at 9am & 6pm, Home Cells on Wed at 7pm & Youth on Fri at 7pm. Tel: 043 740 0320 or email info@seasidefc. co.za. 4 Watsonia Crescent, Gonubie. Pastor Dion Pfiffner. ST. ALBANS ANGLICAN CHURCH 5 Durham Rd. Vincent Tel 043 726 7270. Rev Mark Spyker. Sundays: 7am & 9am - Holy Eucharist. 9 am - Junior Church and Créche 6.30 pm - Informal Evening Service. Holy Communion: Tues 9.15 am. 2nd Sun Healing Services CHURCH OF ST. JOHN’S THE EVANGELIST 15 Lower Oxford St. Services in Traditional Style. Sundays: 7am (Said), 9am (Sung) Holy Eucharist. 9am Junior Church. 2nd Sunday of month @ 5pm Choral Evensong. Tel 043 722 7021 (h) Parish Office 043 722 8986. ST NICHOLAS CHURCH (ANGLICAN, METHODIST, PRESBYTERIAN) 22 Pell Street, Beacon Bay Tel 043 748 6100 Services: 7.30 am & 9.30 am (English). 3.00 pm (Xhosa) ST MICHAELS ANGLICAN CHURCH 44 Smart Rd, Nahoon. Sat: 16:30 Holy Eucharist Sun: 7am – Holy Eucharist. 9am – Holy Eucharist & Junior Church. Revd Colin Leslie Tel: 043 735 1596 ST MATTHEW’S CHURCH OF ENGLAND IN SA. Morning service: Sundays 9am. Holy Communion 1st Sunday of month. Clarendon Prep Sccool, Cheltenham Rd. Rev. Glen Logan. Tel 043 726 7807 STIRLING PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Cecil Lloyd St., Stirling. 043 735 1214. Services: 7.30 am, 9.00 am and 6.30 pm VINEYARD CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Sunday mornings at 9:30am. Contact: 0837082705. Everyone welcome, come as you are and experience the Lord’s goodness and all that he has for you.
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WHAT TO DO / WHERE TO JOIN ANN BRYANT ART GALLERY: Upper Oxford Street. Open weekdays 9.30 am – 5.00 pm; Sat 9.30 am 12.00 pm; Tel 043 722 4044. Entry free. AQUARIUM: Esplanade. Open daily 9.00 am – 5.00 pm. Fish feeding daily 10.30 am; seal show daily at 11.30 am & 3.30 pm. Tel 043 705 2637. Adults R28, Children (3-18) R17, Pensioners R17, Schools/groups R11 per learner. CALGARY MUSEUM: 13 km from East London on Stutterheim Road. Fine collection of restored horsedrawn vehicles and a gypsy caravan. Open daily. 9 am-4 pm. R6 – Adults; R3 – Children; Tel 043 730 7244. FORT GLAMORGAN: One of a chain of protective garrisons, built in 1848/9. The Powder Magazine is now a national monument. Tel 043 731 1610. GATELY HOUSE: Bottom of Terminus Street or entrance through zoo. Home of E.L.’s first mayor – family heirlooms well preserved. Open Wed & Thurs 8am - 4.30pm. Sun 11am 4pm. Admission by donation. Tel 043 722 2141. GERMAN SETTLERS MEMORIAL: Esplanade. Commemorates the 1858/9 arrival of more than 2000 German men, women and children, who helped expand the settlement. HOODPOINT LIGHTHOUSE: Open Mon, Wed, Fri 10am - 12pm; 1pm - 3pm. R12 adults, R8 pensioners, R6 children. Reservations Tel 043 700 3056. LIBRARY: Gladstone Street. Visitors welcome. Open Monday - Thursday 9 - 6; Friday 9 - 5; Saturday 8.30 - 12.30. Tel 043 722 4991. MUSEUM: Upper Oxford Street. (Entrance and parking off Dawson Road.) Open Mon-Thurs 9.30am - 4.30 pm; Fri 9.30am - 4pm. NOTE: The Museum is closed over weekends and public holidays until further notice. Tel 043 743 0686. Adults R15; Children R5; School groups R3pp. Pensioners R10. Closed Good Friday, Christmas Day. MINIATURE TRAINS: Gonubie Farmers Hall. Contact Clive Kirkland on 082 715 4422 E.L. ZOO: Open 365 days a year 9am - 5pm. Tel 043 722 1171. Colourful variety of animals, birds and reptiles in beautiful park surroundings. Refreshment kiosk. Adults R28; Children (3-18) R17; Special rates for Schools/ groups R11; Pensioners R17; Organised 1½ hour night walks (max 40 people) can be booked by phoning 043 722 1171. THE BUFFALO VOLUNTEER RIFLES REGIMENTAL HQ AND MILITARY MUSEUM. Monday – Friday 9am – 3pm. Curator: Monday – Wednesday mornings only. No entrance fee, donations welcome. Cnr Fleet Street and Buffalo Street. 043 742 0677. Curator 082 749 4545
LIONS CLUBS: Cambridge: 3rd Wednesday 7pm. Highgate Hotel. Tel. 043 748 2790 Gonubie: 3rd Thursday 7.30pm. Gonubie Golf Club. Mike Bridle Tel. 082 550 5283 Port Rex: 2nd Monday 7.30pm. 18 Muir St, Southernwood. Tel. 043 722 4541. East London West: 072 639 2484 PORT REX VRYBURGERS: Tel Louis Jooste 043 748 2588 ROTARY INTERNATIONAL Arcadia: Mondays 12h30 for 1pm. Comrades Bowling Club, St David’s Rd, Selborne. Beacon Bay: Softball Club, Glen Eagles Drv. Bunkers Hill. 6.30pm Thursdays. Bonza Bay: Blue Lagoon Hotel, Beacon Bay. 6.30pm Mondays. East London: Fridays 12h45. Comrades Bowling Club. Tim Gane. 082 584 0483 Gately: Regent Hotel. 12h45 Tuesday. Gonubie: Weekly, on a Tuesday 18h30 for 19h00 at Gonubie Hotel. Sunrise: Berea Gardens Home.Cnr Chamberlain and Jarvis. 06h30 Mondays. Margaret 083 630 4853 ROTORACT (Ages 18-30) East London: Tel Claire 083 353 9254 Hamiltons Club, Clevedon Road. 5.30pm every 2nd Tuesday. KAFFRARIAN RIFLES ASSOC. Serving all ex-members. Tel 043 742 0677. SENIOR CITIZENS Berea Service Centre - 22 Facilities/ activities including a midday meal. Tel 043 726 5319 Meals on Wheels - Social functions, meals. Tel Dolly 043 735 2166. Senior Citizens Association Montrose, 37 St. James Rd. Tel 043 722 1416. Service Centre ACVV Eldorado Social functions, meals and health care. Tel 043 743 5295. Support Group for people with depression & anxiety. Monthly, 3rd Thursday. 5.30pm. Contact: 074 710 0174 or sadageastlondon@gmail.com Beacon Bay Craft Markets, every Sat @ Spargs, 8.30am - 12.00 pm Gonubie Craft Market, Gonubie Main, 1st, 2nd & last Saturday, 8.30am - 1pm. Court Crescent Craft Market, Beach Front, every Sunday from 7.30am. Arts & Craft first & last Sunday from 7.30am to 1pm. AREENA RIVERSIDE RESORT MARKET DAY. Every last Sunday of the month. 11am - 3pm.
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