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    What’s On – 20 – 27 July

    Grocott's MailBy Grocott's MailJuly 19, 2023Updated:July 20, 2023No Comments6 Mins Read
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    WHAT’S ON IN MAKHANDA!

    THIS WEEK

    THURSDAY 20 JULY

    U3A
    @ Grahamstown Bowling Club, African Street
    10:00 – 11:00
    R5 entry

    Grahamstown Bridge Club
    @ Grahamstown Bowling Club, African Street
    13:15 for 13:30
    Contact Sheila Hicks: 083 442 3322
    R15 non-members | R10 members

    Thursday Pool Competition
    @ SSS Top Bar, 19b New Street
    18:30 – 19:00
    Contact Mike Theron: 082 477 3689
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    FRIDAY 21 JULY

    Golf Day SPCA bakkie fundraiser
    Sean Mccallum from life investment is the main sponsor. SPCA Grahamstown invites businesses and non-golfers to support the SPCA Golf Day and Auction.
    @ Belmont Valley Golf Club
    11:30 Shotgun | 17:30 Auction
    Enquiries – Benita 076 878 0137 or Warren Henry
    Price: Four balls R2000
    Auction entry free.

    Live Music at The Pothole and Donkey
    Contemporary songs with a mix of African jazz and folk with Henny & Kath.
    @ Pothole and Donkey, 123 High Street
    19:00 -21:00
    Contact: 046 622 2324
    Free Entry

    Live Music at SSS
    Kickback Fridays with Mr Doo & Hartjies
    @ SSS Top Bar, 19b New Street
    22:00 – 01:30
    Contact Mike Theron: 082 477 3689
    Free Entry

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    SATURDAY 22 JULY

    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/
    07:45 for 08:00
    Free Entry

    Makhanda Wild Hikers Crew
    5km – 7km hike or walk
    @ Drostdy Arch, Somerset Street (meeting point)
    08:00
    Contact Malwande on 074 733 7712
    Free Entry

    90’s Karaoke
    Sing your heart out
    @ SSS Top Bar, 19b New Street
    21:00
    Free Entry

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    SUNDAY 23 JULY

    Farmers Market
    This weekly market will sell organic (aquaponic & soil grown) vegetables and other artisanal and sustainable goods.
    Weather permitting
    @ LA Café (Provost), Lucas Avenue
    09:00 – 14:00 (maybe earlier, depending on turnout)

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    TUESDAY 25 JULY

    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
    Join us for a fun evening of trivia.
    @The Rat & Parrot, 59 New Street
    19:00
    Table bookings 046 622 5002
    R40/per person (Cash only)

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    WEDNESDAY 26 JULY

    Karaoke
    Sing your heart out
    @ SSS, 19b New Street
    20:30 for 21:00
    Free entry

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    THURSDAY 27 JULY

    U3A
    @ Grahamstown Bowling Club, African Street
    10:00 – 11:00
    R5 entry

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

    Thursday Pool Competition
    @ SSS Top Bar, 19b New Street
    18:30 – 19:00
    Contact Mike Theron: 082 477 3689
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    COMING SOON

    Friday, 28 July – Live Music at The Pothole and Donkey. A night of jazz mixed with R&B, with Lloyd and Leroy. @ Pothole and Donkey, 123 High Street @ 19:00 -21:00. Contact: 046 622 2324. Free Entry.

    Saturday, 29 July – A Musical Experience by RMR Club. Whether you’re a music enthusiast or simply looking for a night of entertainment and excitement, join us for an electrifying evening of music and talent. This one-of-a-kind experience will showcase the best of local musical talent, featuring a diverse lineup of live bands, instrumentalists, vocalists, rap artists, and DJs. @ SSS, 19b New Street at 17:00 till late. Bookings/ Contact Details: 063 437 1247. Price: Free entry for RMR Club members | R30 for non-members.

    Friday, 04 August – Live Music at The Pothole & Donkey. Adult contemporary songs with a mix of R&B and pop with Peace. @ Pothole and Donkey, 123 High Street, from 19:00 to 21:00. Contact: 046 622 2324. Free Entry.

    Saturday, 05 August – WESSA day outing. WESSA Excursion to explore Amatola Passes and Fort Fordyce Nature Reserve. Meet @ Eden Grove at 9.00 am: Transport R350, Reserve entry fee R15. Confirm booking with Leo Goosen mobile: 0824605980, email: leogoosen@gmail.com.

    Tuesday, 08 August – Couples Tango & Salsa. Frankie from Dance With is giving couples a tango and salsa dance lesson @ Fork & Dagger, 49 African Street. The dance lesson starts @ 18:00, followed by social and tapas @ 19:15. Contact: 082 801 2385 or 046 622 3112. Booking essential. R300.00 per couple (includes Dance Lesson & Tapas) | R110.00 per person (tapas only and social dance)

    Wednesday, 09 August – Diski Queens 7s. Women’s football as part of the national Women’s Day celebrations. @ Mickey Yili Stadium in Joza @10:00. Free entry.

    Friday 11 August – Live Music at The Pothole & Donkey. Vocals of different genres and eras – music everyone can enjoy with Sivu. @ Pothole and Donkey, 123 High Street, from 19:00 to 21:00. Contact: 046 622 2324. Free Entry.

    Friday, 11 to Sunday, 13 August – HA! Retreat at Deep South. A weekend of spontaneous expression led by Francois/HA! Man’s intuitive musical accompaniment. Each session unfolds with participants finding their voices through playing instruments, singing, dancing, drawing and writing. Nothing is forced, and the individual and collective flow can be profound, moving and joyful. @ Deep South Retreat, 18km from Makhanda on Highlands Road (detailed directions provided). Starts 17:00 on Friday, 11 to 14:00 Sunday, 13 AugustBooking/ Contact Details: for content information – Francois 083 558 7380, francois@hamanworld.com. For Accommodation information – Mindy 071 145 3585 (WhatsApp) mindys@global.co.za. Price: Fee + Accommodation with meals is R 2500 and Fee + self-catering accommodation is R 1800.

    Friday 18 August – Live Music at The Pothole & Donkey. A night of jazz mixed with R&B with Lloyd and Leroy. @ Pothole and Donkey, 123 High Street, from 19:00 to 21:00. Contact: 046 622 2324. Free Entry.

    Friday, 25 August – Live Music at The Pothole & Donkey. Adult contemporary songs with a mix of R&B and pop with Peace. @ Pothole and Donkey, 123 High Street, from 19:00 to 21:00. Contact: 046 622 2324. Free Entry.

    Saturday, 26 August – Albany Sports Club Market. Stalls from food and crafts. Bric-a-Brac. Jumping castles, vintage cars, animals & much more. @ Albany Sports Club, 18 Florence Street, Grahamstown @ 09:00 – 15:00. Booking/ Contact Details: Julie van Staden 083 644 8091. R100 per stall and R50 for a PowerPoint; contact Julie for other requirements (chairs & tables).

    Saturday, 30 September – Albany Sports Club Steaks Evening. Steak Evening. @ Albany Sports Club, 18 Florence Street, Grahamstown, @ 16h00. Enquiries to Yolande 083 383 2506. Price: R100

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