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    OUR TOWN

    What’s On – 24 November – 1 December

    Linda PonaBy Linda PonaNovember 24, 2022Updated:November 24, 2022No Comments8 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/ REPEAT EVENTS

    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 draw 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

    Thursday 24 November
    A Spectre of Commonwealth
    Closing event of the Baganda Exhibition
    A live art intervention conceived and performed by Sikhumbuzo Makandula with Eria “SANE” Nsubuga
    A ‘sonic aesthesis “ performance as a “re-burial” of the British Queen as a way of interrogating the Commonwealth, raising questions about colonial archives that exclude African knowledge systems.
    17:30 (performance is approx. 30 minutes, followed by a Q&A)
    @ RAW Spot Gallery, Arts Lounge, 5 Rhodes Ave

    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
    https://envelopedarchive.wordpress.com/

    Looking After Exhibition

    Friday 25 November
    Heat Restaurant
    Oppiestoep!
    Cape to Cairo
    Cape Style Mutton Curry Bunny/ Congolese Garlic Buttered Prawns on Savoury Rice/ Ta’ameya Egyptian Falafel Pita Wrap
    Join us on the stoep
    BYOB
    @ 23 African Street
    (cnr. Henry Street)
    Serving from 18:00

    Wednesday 30 November – Saturday 3 December
    Grahamstown Christmas Market
    Hosted by the NG Kerk
    More than 45 exhibitors
    Coffee shop with light meals and sweet treats
    @ PJ Olivier Hall, PJ Olivier Hoërskool
    (Highly recommended for festive shopping)
    Wednesday – Friday 10:00 -19:00
    Saturday 09:00 – 15:00
    Contact +27814945500

    THIS WEEK
    THURSDAY 24 NOVEMBER

    U3A
    ”Don’t Tangle with Tuskers” – Peter Breetzke
    How to act sensibly when encountering elephants @ Grahamstown Bowling Club, African Street
    10:00 – 11:00
    All welcome
    Cover R5

    Rising Gender Equality
    You are all invited to the memorial and candlelight service of the late Luthando Booi (Tilo)
    Bring your own candle
    @ Soccer City
    13:00
    Family member, Nwabisa Booi 0649626347

    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
    St Andrew’s Prep Marimba Band
    Thabang Stoffel, Anda Zilwa, Shannon Wright & friends
    Geoffrey Tracey (traditional healer and teacher)
    Featuring indigenous instruments
    80s, 90s, modern, and traditional classics
    Geoffrey Tracey will demonstrate various instruments, including ones that use drones and overtones to create musical interest and trance-like moods.
    @ The Vic, 8 New Street
    18:30
    R20/ Concessions R15

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    FRIDAY 25 NOVEMBER

    Clothing Sale
    Bargains
    Men’s, Women’s, and Children’s Wear
    @ St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, Hill Street
    15:15
    Contact Helen McCallum at 0828136305

    New Coin Launch & Reddit’s Poetry
    Hosted by Kyle Allan, editor of New Coin, will be launching the latest issue of the poetry journal (June 2022)
    15:30
    The launch will be followed by the monthly Reddit’s Open Mic for local poets
    18:00
    @ Amazwi, 25a Worcester Street

    Live Music with Leroy
    Neo Soul, Afro Jazz, and Pop
    Drinks specials
    @ The Pothole and Donkey, 123 High Street
    19:00 – 21:00

    Bongeezy
    Get Schwifty! Volume 2
    Presented by Blom’s Entertainment
    with Mr Doo and DJ Hartjies
    @ SSS, 19b New Street
    19:30 – 01:30
    R10 Entry (Before 22:00)
    R20 Entry (After 22:00)

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    SATURDAY 26 NOVEMBER

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

    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

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

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

    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.)

    A Pre- Launch: Free From Self by Gcobisa Sihle’sam Maholwana
    The author will be sharing from her book. Purchase a copy for R200
    @ The Black Power Station, Rautenbach Road
    18:00 for 18:30
    More information: +27791051997 or on social media @emphaticgrace

    SUNDAY 27 NOVEMBER

    Kurt Stone
    Backing vocals Selena Grant
    Asada-style braai with veg and dessert – R195pp
    R100 in the jar for musicians
    @ Langholm Country Estate & Game Lodge, R67
    For bookings/ enquiries: Johan 0835281816
    Melissa 0767301399

    MONDAY 28 NOVEMBER

    Book Launch: Treading a Delicate Tightrope by Mike Burton
    Set during the liberation struggle of the 1980s
    A personal account of the educational issues faced by a principal at All Saint’s College, Eastern Cape
    Book for sale R200
    @ Amazwi, 25a Worcester Street
    17:30 for 18:00
    Sarah@nisc.co.za

    TUESDAY 29 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
    The 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 30 NOVEMBER

    The Fort England & The Corner House
    Annual General Meeting
    @ Hayton Place, Hill Street (opposite Kelston Isuzu)
    14:00
    Contact: Jill Rothman 046 6223994
    Meg Hartzenberg 046 6223658
    All welcome

    Albany Club Steak Night
    Christmas Edition
    LED poi show by Richard Blom 18:00 – 19:00
    Gordon Phillips performs old school Rock n Roll 19:00 – 23:00
    Christmas hats will be provided
    Drinks specials
    250g rump steak R80
    500g rump steak R120
    Steak served with homemade potato bake
    Malva pudding & custard R50
    Place orders by 12:00, Monday, 28 November
    Booking essential
    17:00 – 23:30

    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 1 DECEMBER

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

    Carols by Candlelight
    Presented by The Rotary Club of Grahamstown
    (For the 69th time)
    Please bring toys for distribution to less fortunate children
    Cash proceeds to go to George Dickerson Pre-Primary and Care hugs ECD Centre
    @ The Cathedral of St Michael & St George
    19:00
    Children who want to participate as angels, shepherds or kings, please arrive by 18:15. Costumes will be provided. No rehearsal is required.
    Entrance R10 (Donations welcome)

    BEHIND-THE-SCENES

    Brookshaw Home is requesting donations for their 2023 fete. Please drop off donations of books, 2nd hand clothing, white elephant goodies, household items, children’s toys, and furniture at the Brookshaw Home office or call, and they will arrange collection. Contact Shanette at 046 6224522
    brookshaw@imaginet.co.za

    COMING SOON

    Saturday 3 December – Christmas Chess Extravaganza. Presented by SEMCCYA. Seven 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@gmail.com

    Sunday 4 December – Sounds & Words of Remembrance: Honouring Nelson Mandela
    Brought to you by South Africa/ America Music Exchange and Education Africa
    Johannesburg Philharmonic Orchestra, choir, Jazz, and African Music soloists in Gauteng
    Imbumba Freedom Orchestra in Makhanda. Performing “His Day is Done” composed by Ed Sarath. Based on the Maya Angelou poem dedicated to Madiba. Featuring artists: iconic Dizu Plaatjies, USA Jazz violin sensation Regina Carter, and the famous Education Africa Marimba Hubs Programme. @ The Guy Butler Theatre, the Monument.15:00. R100 unreserved. R60 pensioners. https://www.ticketpros.co.za/portal/web/index/php/parent_event/25fd9d1e-8ae8-96af-a1f7-636258aa4aee?
    For block bookings, contact: joan@educationafrica.org

    Wednesday 7 December – The Founding Members’  Meeting & Inaugural Annual General Meeting of Hayton House at 17h30 in the Afrikaanse Christelike Vrouevereniging (ACVV) meeting room at 2 Hill Street, Mkhanda/Grahamstown. Membership forms and Committee Nominations forms may be obtained from Mario Viljoen at 072 041 0599 or Marion Hendry at 083 244 6409. Please note that all nomination forms must be handed in on or before Wednesday, 1 December 2022, to either of the above persons. Only fully paid-up members are eligible to vote. Membership is R20,00 per annum.  

    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 are also welcome.

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