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    NEWS

    What’s On 01 – 08 December

    Linda PonaBy Linda PonaDecember 1, 2022Updated:December 1, 2022No Comments5 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

    Heat Restaurant/ Oppiestoep!
    is taking a break this week
    Back on Friday 9 December

    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

    Saturday 3 & Sunday 4 December
    Rocking the Green
    Robin Auld, Kurt Stone, Dino Miranda and band, and many more
    @ The Village Green, Bathurst
    11am – late
    From R50
    https://www.quicket.co.za/events/195531-rocking-the-green/#/

    THIS WEEK

    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 take part as angels, shepherds or kings please arrive by 18:15. Costumes will be provided. No rehearsal required.
    Entrance R10 (Donations welcome)

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    FRIDAY 2 DECEMBER

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

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    SATURDAY 3 DECEMBER

    Makana Music Festival
    Don’t miss Mr Ivy Madyo on Morning Live
    09:00
    SABC 2

    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

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

    The Weird and Wonderful World of South African Frogs
    By herpetologist & evolutionary biologist, Chad Keates
    @ Pike’s Post at The Ploughman, Bathurst
    10:00
    For more info contact: friendofwatersmeeting@admin

    Vuka Mfazi
    Nozibele Moyaba
    Presented by Grooming 2010’s Love Conference
    Entertainment: DJ Admix, DJ Kasta, and RS
    3 course dinner and cocktails will be served
    @ Makana Resort
    17:00
    Theme: White
    Book a seat for R350
    Contact Sibo Mbengashe 0743288718

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    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 and USA Jazz violin sensation, Regina Carter as well as the famous Education Africa Marimba Hubs Programme
    @ The Guy Butler Theatre, the Monument
    15:00
    This concert is now FREE.
    Bookings: WhatsApp Jenny Brand on +27834119922

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    TUESDAY 6 DECEMBER

    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

    Pub Quiz (League Final)
    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
    (The last quiz of the year, back in mid-January)

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    WEDNESDAY 7 DECEMBER

    Hayton House
    The Founding members’ Meeting
    & Inaugural Annual General meeting
    @ ACVV meeting room, 2 Hill Street
    17:30
    Contact: Mario Viljoen 0720410599 or Marion Hendry 0832446409
    Membership R20/ per annum

    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
    Free entry

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    THURSDAY 8 DECEMBER

    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

    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 046 6224522
    brookshaw@imaginet.co.za

    COMING SOON

    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.

    Saturday 17 December – Makana Music Festival. Live performances by Boohle, Lamiez Holworthy, Big Zulu, Mr Thela, Butho Vuthela, DJ Ligwa, Nhunhuza and many more. @ Dlepu Stadium, Makhanda East. Food stalls and cash bar on site. 12:00. From R100 Tickets available at Computicket(Shoprite & Checkers)/Ticketpro

    Saturday 17 December – Hot Summer Fling. Presented by Blom’s Entertainment. Featuring Moxii, DJ Haartjies and Altered Noise @ Guido’s Beach Bar, Port Alfred. 14:00 – late. From R50 https://www.quicket.co.za/events/193794-hot-summer-fling/#/

    Wednesday 21 December – The Christmas Story & Carols by Candlelight. Presented by the Bathurst Agricultural Society and Port Alfred Hospice. Directed by Corinne Willoughby and Lourens Orsmond. Enjoy delicious food from the charity stalls and a drink at the BAS Bar @ The Bathurst Showgrounds, Bathurst. Gates open for picnics at 17:00. Starts at 18:00. Admission free. Support Hospice with a donation for your candle.


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