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    You are at:Home»OUR TOWN»What’s on – 27 October – 03 November 
    OUR TOWN

    What’s on – 27 October – 03 November 

    Linda PonaBy Linda PonaOctober 27, 2022Updated:October 27, 2022No Comments6 Mins Read
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    WHAT'S ON

    A big shout-out to MEW for these listings.

    THURSDAY 27 OCTOBER

    Acoustic Café
    Tantric Monk (Preven and a group of players ) – serpentine mix of raga and rock.
    Geoffrey Diver (guitar, vocals and ‘cura saz’, a small Turkish lute) – moving original music from a wide range of influences)
    Cult of Circle (a softer sound than we are used to from them) featuring covers of Neil Young, Rolling Stones, and some originals.
    @ The Vic, 8 New Street
    18:30
    R20/ Concessions R15

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    FRIDAY 28 OCTOBER
    Graeme College Family Fun Fair
    Burgers, steak rolls, sloppy joes, curry bunnies, boerewors rolls, and cold drinks
    Potjiekos & roosterbrood. Chip & dip. Tea & coffee garden. Ice cream, popcorn & candy floss.
    White elephant. Kids’ train rides. Marble game. Face painting & photo booth. Kidz play zone. Dunk tank. Sumo wrestling. Golf chip competition. Colour run obstacle course for kids u-8yrs
    @ Somerset Field, Graeme College
    12:00
    Free entry

    5km Glow Run
    @ Somerset Field, Graeme College
    (Registration from 16:30) 17:30
    Entry R30. Early bird scholars R20.

    Live Music with Leroy
    Neo Soul, Afro Jazz, and Pop
    Drinks specials
    @ The Pothole and Donkey, 123 High Street
    19:00 – 21:00
    Free entry (Very popular. Arrive early.)

    Last Fridays
    Halloween fancy dress – prizes to be won
    DJ Shakes & DJ Lowy. Bootleg, Old School, RnB, and Hip Hop
    @ SSS, 19b New Street
    19:00
    R20 before 22:00. R30 thereafter

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    SATURDAY 29 OCTOBER

    Parkrun
    5km run or walk. Family friendly. Dogs on leads welcome.
    @ The Bot Gardens, Lucas Avenue
    Register online: https://www.parkrun.co.za/register/
    08:00
    Free

    Gowie Dam Clean Up
    Meet @ cnr. Templeton & Selworthy Roads, in front of the Silver Birches complex
    09:00
    Wear sturdy shoes. Bring gloves and some rubbish bags
    Contact Jenny 0834119922

    Going Green!
    for the Grahamstown SPCA
    Organised by Hi-Tec, We Move It Recycling, GHT Trailer Hire & We Wash It & Coffee Lounge
    Bring your car in for a GREEN wash. Donate a tin or bag of dog/ cat food for the SPCA. We will match your food donations
    @ 23 African Street Hub
    08:00 – 15:30
    Free entry

    ACVV Senior Citizens Centre Bazaar
    Pancakes. Cheesy quiches. Curry & Rice. Odds & Ends. Book Sale. Delicious Puddings & Cakes
    @ ACVV Centre, 2a Hill Street.
    09:00 – 14:00

    St Patrick’s Fun Market
    Bargains galore!
    White elephant. Books. Cakes. Tea Garden. Second Hand Clothing. Knitted Goods. Refreshments. Boerewors Rolls. Pancakes
    @ St Patrick’s Church, 67 Hill Street
    09:00 – 14:00
    To donate items contact: Gunda 0833246402 Erica 0832707159

    Halloween at Guido’s Beach Bar
    Presented by Blom’s Entertainment
    Featuring Mr Doo, Moxii, & DJ Haartjies
    @ Guido’s Beach Bar, Port Alfred
    18:00 – 02:00
    R40 (welcome shot included)

    Comedy Show: Isaac Gampu / Fayindlala
    Presented by Laugh Out Loud and Castle Lite. Cash bar available
    @ Makhanda City Hall
    19:00
    Public transport available before and after the show.
    R150 on Webticket/ PnP. R200 at the door.

    Halloween at SSS
    Safety First, from Bloemfontein (Indie Rock band) & Undead Generation, from Gqeberha/ PE (Punk Fusion band and Blue Standard Bank Ovation Award winners 2022)
    Prizes for best dressed
    @ SSS, 19b New Street
    21:00
    R20 before 21:00. R30 thereafter

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    SUNDAY 30 OCTOBER

    The Mental Social Awareness Health Walk
    Brought to you by Fixing ZAR, TBPS, Sound Justice, Kidz of Biko, Ink Globe Press & BTU
    Tackling issues around health and spirituality
    Walk followed by book and poetry readings
    Food and drinks
    Starts 11:00 @ The Steve Biko Union Building
    Ends at The Black Power Station, Rautenbach Road

    Music Concert
    All proceeds go to AMP
    The AMP Orchestra (Access Music Project) and some members of the Kingswood Concert Band will perform two collaborative pieces “Malayisha” and “Thath’ Is’gubu” arranged by Gareth Walwyn
    @ Kingswood College Chapel
    15:00
    Adults R40. Scholars R20
    Bookings with Mrs Alke Bradfield: a.bradfield@kingswoodcollege.com / 0466036670 If you can’t attend, you can donate online at http://accessmusic.org.za/donate

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    MONDAY 31 OCTOBER

    Friends of the Library
    “The Secret African Education of Thomas Stubbs, an 1820 Settler” – Professor Julia Wells (History)
    His story tells of a boy who loved the freedom of the Fish River bush and of cooperation and friendship between him and the Xhosa people. It demonstrates the possibility of transcending social boundaries
    @ Amazwi, 25a Worcester Street
    17:30 (arrive early)
    Entry by donation. In aid of the local public libraries.
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    TUESDAY 1 NOVEMBER
    Texas Holdem Poker
    The only legal game in town
    @ SSS, 19b New Street
    17:30 for 18:00
    R50 buy in. 1 x R50 top up allowed

    Champs Pool Competition
    Win cool prizes. Not to be missed.
    @ Champs Action Bar, Scotts Ave
    Registration starts at 18:00
    Competition starts at 19:00
    R20 to take part

    Pub Quiz
    Stretch your brain cells… Join us for a fun evening of trivia
    @ The Rat & Parrot, 59 New Street
    18:30 for 19:00
    R40/ person
    Table bookings 0466225002
    (Very popular. Book your table.)
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    WEDNESDAY 2 NOVEMBER

    Wednesday Dart Night
    Wild Cats Darts Club
    Order boerie rolls before 10:00 on Wednesday, R20 each
    @ Graeme Club, Leopard’s Den
    18:30 for 19:00
    Charmaine 0646521435
    R10/ player

    Karaoke
    Sing your heart out with Michelle
    @ SSS, 19b New Street
    21:00
    (Very popular. Get there early)
    Free entry


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    THURSDAY 3 NOVEMBER
    U3A
    Early Perceptions and misperceptions about the “second coming” of Jesus Christ (part 2)
    By Adv. Torquil Paterson
    @ Grahamstown Bowling Club, African Street
    10:00 – 11:00
    All welcome
    Cover R5

    Grahamstown Bridge Club
    @ Grahamstown Bowling Club, African Street
    13:15 for 13:30
    All welcome
    Sheila Hicks: 0834423322
    R15 non-members/ R10 members

    Music Society of Makhanda
    Saxophone à la Française
    Adam Campbell (saxophone) & Antoine Ouvrard (piano)
    Celebrating France – its people, countryside, cities and musicians.
    Compositions by: Paule Maurice, Maurice Ravel, Francis Poulenc, Alfred Desenclos,
    Christian Lauba, and Darius Milhaud.
    @ Kingswood College Chapel
    19h00
    Tickets: R100 (adults), R80 (pensioners), R50 (tertiary students)
    MSM season ticket holders and schoolgoers: free

    BEHIND-THE-SCENES

    Calling All Vendors – Market on the 5 November 2022 (09:00 – 14:00) @ PJ Olivier, Hoërskool. Food. Friends. Family. Fun. In conjunction with the “Get Out and Run” event. If you would like to put up a stall, contact Ilze Curling (Yumm Pantry) 0761513050

    COMING SOON
    Friday 4 November: Heat Restaurant: Oppiestoep! Vietnamese Cuisine @ 23 African Street.18:00

    Friday 4 – Sunday 6 November: Bedford Country Gardens 2022
    Memorable garden festival has visitors returning every year. Magical
    Gardens and wonderful hospitality. Gardens open from 08:00 – 17:00. Collect a free map in Bedford. Entrance payable at each garden.
    www.bedford.co.za
    Facebook: bedford country gardens
    Instagram: Bedford_country_gardens
    General information Marcelle Ainslie 0724081093

    Friday 4 & Saturday 5 November: Table Too’s 20th Anniversary. Italian.
    Cost of the meal is R210 per person. Bookings:
    junitha@geenet.co.za
    Junitha 082 671 8558
    Michele 083 960 2366

    Saturday 5 November: Oldenburgia Trail Run/ Market Day Sponsored by Hardelek, Prominent Paints, Hi-Tec, Kelston, Pick n Pay, iHire and Oasis. Delicious treats, beautiful crafts and delightful collectables for sale. Supervised kiddies area @ PJ Hoërskool. 09:00 -16:00
    Corporate Relay Challenge Organised by LIV Lukhanyiso and Get Out & Run. In aid of building a home for vulnerable children in Makhanda. Winning team will receive a floating trophy by renowned artist, Bruce Little. @ PJ Olivier Hoërskool. 14:00. R200 per team of 4.
    Register on the website: https://www.liv-village.com/communities/liv-lukhanyiso/

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