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    OUR TOWN

    What’s on 10-17 November

    Linda PonaBy Linda PonaNovember 10, 2022Updated:November 10, 2022No Comments4 Mins Read
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    WHAT'S ON

    A big shout-out to MEW for these listings.

    MAKHANDA EVENTS WEEKLY

    POP UPS/ FESTIVALS/ EXHIBITIONS

    Friday 11 November
    Rhodes Fine Art Graduate Exhibition 2022
    (One night only!)
    Mivuyo Dalasile. Kate Duke. Jascy-Leigh Edom. Anneri Erasmus. Chante Mommsen. Emily Lacon-Allin. Caryn Le Kay. Muyon Mafulu. Siphesihle Masondo. Leroy Payne. Daniel Retief. Wande Titi.
    @ The Monument
    17:30

    Friday 11 November
    Heat Restaurant
    Oppiestoep!
    Portuguese
    Join us on the stoep
    BYOB
    @ 23 African Street
    Serving from 18:00

    Thursday 3 – 24 November
    Art Exhibition: “The Baganda” by Eria Nsubuga ‘SANE”
    Presented by Arts of Africa & Global Souths and Rhodes University
    Curated by Ruth Simbao
    Eria Nsubuga ‘SANE’, originally from Uganda, has held solo exhibitions and participated in group exhibitions internationally. This exhibition consists of drawings, paintings and collage objects which draws on John Roscoe’s book, from 1911, The Baganda: An Account of Their Customs and Beliefs. The works critique “the entanglement of imperialism, Christianity and aesthetics”.
    @ RAW Spot Gallery, Arts Lounge, 5 Rhodes Ave
    Exhibition Hours
    Monday – Friday 10:00 – 16:00
    Saturday 10:30 – 13:30
    Appointments call +27784122161
    Exhibition Info: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1q88GLRfEYK7AJnqDivZXzff5nL-Brq9m/view?usp=drivesdk

    THIS WEEK

    THURSDAY 10 NOVEMBER

    U3A
    “Food for Thought” (part 1)
    By Sirion Robertson
    A physiological look at nutrition: fad diets, food supplements, vitamins, dehydration, drugs, etc.
    @ 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

    Acoustic Café
    Three Versions of Steve Prevec
    Country, Folk, and Blues/ Jazz
    @ The Vic, 8 New Street
    18:30
    R20/ Concessions R15
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    FRIDAY 11 NOVEMBER

    Marcia Moon
    Alternative Folk
    https://youtu.be/GTriv5kB
    @ SSS, 19b New Street
    20:00
    R40

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    SATURDAY 12 NOVEMBER

    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

    Movement Dance School’s Mary
    (Classical Ballet, Tap Dancing and Modern Ballet)
    The story of Mary and, a young carpenter, Joseph’s journey to Bethlehem under the watchful eyes of Roman soldiers.
    @ The Guy Butler Theatre, The Monument
    18:00
    Tickets: 0844196450
    Adults R80. Scholars R70.

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    SUNDAY 13 NOVEMBER

    Makana Community Orchestra: Inaugural Concert
    Music for and by its citizens
    Musicians from a variety of backgrounds and ages playing an eclectic assortment of family friendly pieces
    @ The Cathedral, Makhanda
    12:00
    Tickets: https://www.quicket.co.za/events/195803-makana-community-orchestra-inaugral-concert/?ref=events-list#/
    R50

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    TUESDAY 15 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 16 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 17 NOVEMBER

    U3A
    “Food for Thought” (part 2)
    By Sirion Robertson
    A physiological look at nutrition: fad diets, food supplements, vitamins, dehydration, drugs, etc.
    @ 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

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    COMING SOON

    Saturday 19 November – Showcase 2022 Wanderings. Presented by Sirenskyscraper dance Studio @ Rhodes University Theatre, 11:00 and 18:00. Adults R60. U/12 R30. Bookings: wanderings2022@admin

    Friday 25 November – Looking After. Installation Exhibition by Julia Arbuckle (Rhodes Fine Art Master’s Student) @ Rhodes University: The School of Art, Somerset Street. 18:00 – 20:00

    Saturday 26 November – CD & LP Sale Fundraiser. In aid of AMP (Access Music Project) who provide formal music training to learners from historically disadvantaged schools. All genres of music for sale. Live music. Eats and Drinks. @ Corner of Parker and Henry Street. (The sale will continue under cover at the venue if it rains) 10:00 – 15:00. www.accessmusic.org.za 0711214081

    Wednesday 30 November – Saturday 3 December: Grahamstown Christmas Market @ PJ Olivier Hall, PJ Olivier Hoërskool. Contact +27814945500 (Highly recommended for festive shopping)

    Friday 9 December – Undead Generation: Dezemba 2022 Summer Tour. Punk fusion band (Really fun; check them out) @ SSS, 19b New Street. 21:00. R40 @UndeadGeneration @FiveSidedRecords

    Saturday 10 December – Going Yellow! Presented by Home of Joy, We Move it Recycling, Hi-Tec, GHT Trailer Hire, and We Wash It & Coffee Lounge. In Aid of the Home of Joy and Child Welfare Grahamstown. Bring in unwanted toys, puzzles, and children’s clothes. Nappies, toiletries, and food donations also welcome.

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