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    What’s On – 17 -24 November

    Linda PonaBy Linda PonaNovember 17, 2022Updated:November 17, 2022No Comments6 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 18 November
    Heat Restaurant
    Oppiestoep!
    American
    Join us on the stoep
    BYOB
    @ 23 African Street
    (cnr. Henry 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 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

    WESSA Talk
    “Elephants & Cars” by Peter Breetzke
    @ Hill Street Manor (Across from the Drill Hall)
    19:30
    Refreshments included
    Adults: R10. Students R5. Scholars Free.

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    FRIDAY 18 NOVEMBER

    Live Music with Leroy
    Neo Soul, Afro Jazz, and Pop
    ( Drinks specials from 18:00 – 20:00)
    @ The Pothole and Donkey, 123 High Street
    19:00 – 21:00
    Free entry

    Back to the 80’s
    Presented by Blom’s Entertainment
    with Mr Doo
    Trip down memory lane
    See wildlife. Swim in the pool.
    @ Langholm Country Estate and Game Lodge, R67 (30km from Makhanda)
    19:00 – 0:00
    R40

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    SATURDAY 19 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

    The Thrift Market
    Weather Permitting
    Support local and sustainable shopping
    @ LA Café (Provost)
    10:00 – 14:00
    IG @the.thriftmarket

    History Society
    The history of the stained glass windows of the Commemoration Methodist Church – by Fleur Way Jones
    @ Commemoration Methodist Church, 43 High Street
    15:00
    Queries: Gill Wylie 0729124294

    Book launch: Antjie Krog’s Plunder/ Pillage
    The School of Languages and Literatures, Creative Writing section invites
    you to this event which will also serve as the opening of the Creative Writing Colloquium on Kaaps.
    Antjie Krog lees voor uit haar nuutste bundel en bespreek vyf-en-twintig
    jaar van vordering in Afrikaans/Kaaps literatuur met Nathan Trantraal.
    @ Fork & Dagger: The Annexe, 63 New Street
    17:30 for 18:00

    Showcase 2022 Wanderings
    Presented by Sirenskyscraper dance Studio
    @ Rhodes University Theatre
    Show times: 11:00 and 18:00
    Adults R60. U/12 R30
    Bookings: wanderings2022@admin

    Access Music Project
    End-of-Year Concert
    Several soloists, AMPs orchestra and the new AMP alumni band will be performing
    Jazz hits, ensemble treats, and South African favourites
    @ Amazwi, 25a Worcester Street
    14:00
    Tickets R40 / Concessions R20
    Booking essential:
    amp@accessmusic.org.za
    www.facebook.com/ampjoza
    0711214081

    Disco Night
    Fundraiser for Black Diamonds Netball Club
    DJ Schepo
    Bringing back the 80s, 90s and whatever
    20:00 – late
    R20 (1st 20 people get free drinks)

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    TUESDAY 22 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 23 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 24 NOVEMBER

    U3A
    TBA
    @ 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
    TBA
    @ The Vic, 8 New Street
    18:30
    R20/ Concessions R15

    COMING SOON

    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 – Christ Church Stoep Sale.Christmas trees. Books. All sorts of plants. Sweets for the children. Father Christmas will be there to hear wish list @ Grahamstown Properties (next to FNB) .09:00 – 13:00

    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

    Saturday 26 November – Township Cruise Experience. Visit Mandisa’s Place, Jazz Corner and Bluetooth and use vouchers to purchase beverages. At the tshisinyama venue,The Backyard receive a braaipack with assorted meats and a drink. Transport provided. Meet @ Makana Tourism, High Street. R120. 0466223241

    Saturday 26 November – The Mental Social Awareness Health Mini Hike/ Walk. Book’ona Reading. Poetry sessions. Food & Drinks. Open sharing and discussions. Start @ Amazwi 11:30. Ends @ The Black Power Station.Book donations always welcome.

    Saturday 26 November – A Pre- Launch; Free From Self by Gcobisa Sihle’sam Maholwana. The author will be sharing from her book. Purchase a copy for R200. 18:00 for 18:30. More information: +27791051997 or on social media @emphaticgrace

    Monday 28 November – Book Launch: Treading a Delicate Tightrope by Mike Burton. Set during the liberation struggle of the1980’s. A personal account of the educational issues faced by a principal at All Saint’s College, Eastern Cape. @ Amazwi, 25a Worcester Street. 17:30 for 18:00

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

    Saturday 3 December – Christmas Chess Extravaganza. Presented by SEMCCYA. 7 rounds. @ Duna Library, Joza. Categories C & D (Development) 10:00 Registration: Free. To register call/ WhatsApp 0638895990

    Saturday 3 December – The Weird and Wonderful World of South African Frogs by herpetologist & evolutionary biologist, Chad Keates. @ Pike’s Post, Bathurst Agricultural Museum. 10:00. For more info contact: friendofwatersmeeting@admin

    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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