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    What’s On – 27 July – 3 August

    Grocott's MailBy Grocott's MailJuly 27, 2023Updated:July 27, 2023No Comments7 Mins Read
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    WHAT’S ON IN MAKHANDA

    THIS WEEK

    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: 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
    Free entry
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    FRIDAY 28 JULY

    Film Screening of One Take Grace
    Enjoy the international award-winning film; One Take Grace and Q&A with the film director Lindiwe Matshikiza. This film is brought to you by docLOVE, a project of the DFA.
    @ Rhodes Theatre
    18:30 for 19:00
    Booking your seat at: https://bit.ly/OneTakeGrace
    Free entry

    Kwantu – The Celebration Concert
    This genuinely exceptional choir boasts many accolades, like receiving a Bronze Category Standard Bank Ovation Award in this year’s National Arts Festival Fringe.
    @ Rhodes University Chapel (St Mary and All the Angels)
    19h00
    Booking/ Contact: Loyiso Nyoka on 0660013526
    Tickets sold at the door for R70 each | R50 for undergrads, scholars, and pensioners

    Live Music @ Pothole & Donkey: Lloyd & Leroy
    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

    Stomping Ground Techno/Trance
    DJs on decks.
    @SSS Top Bar 19b New Street
    21:00
    Contact Mike on 082 477 3689
    Free entry

    Taste of Vietnam
    A culinary collaboration between heat restaurant and Revelations to bring you a taste of Vietnam
    @ Revelations Cafe
    Time: 18:00 to 21:00
    Contact: Chantelle 0720661652
    Free entry

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    SATURDAY 29 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

    Fusion Farmer’s Market
    Monthly fusion speciality food Farmer’s market
    @ 9710 Rautenbach Road Grahamstown
    09:00 to 14:00
    Booking/ Contact Details: 0729680661
    Free entry

    Hiking with 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

    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
    17:00 till late
    Bookings/ Contact Details: 063 437 1247.
    Free entry for RMR Club members | R30 for non-members.

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

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    SUNDAY 30 JULY

    Farmers Market
    This weekly market will sell organic (aquaponic & soil grown) vegetables and other artisanal and sustainable goods.
    @ LA Café (Old Provost)
    09:00 – 14:00 (maybe earlier, depending on turnout)
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    TUESDAY 1 AUGUST

    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 @ The Rat & Parrot
    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 2 AUGUST

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

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    THURSDAY  3 AUGUST

    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
    Free entry
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    COMING SOON

    4 August – Live Music @ Pothole & Donkey: Presents Peace. 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.

    4 – 6 August – International Beer Weekend. We are going local and partnering with Featherstone Brewery to bring you a collection of three beer and slider pairings. @ Fork & Dagger, 49 African Street. @ 18:00 Friday for a chance to meet the brewer. Contact: 0466223112. Price: R200

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

    8 August – Couples Tango & Salsa @ Fork & Dagger. 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)

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

    11 August – Live Music @ Pothole & Donkey: Sivu. 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.

    12 August – The Rap-Akademy Xperience. Join us for “The Rap-Akademy Xperience” as we celebrate 50 years of Hip Hop and uplift the art of rap in Makhanda! “The Rap-Akademy Xperience” promises to be a thrilling showcase of Makhanda’s finest Hip Hop talents, with electrifying performances and powerful lyrical prowess on display. As we commemorate five decades of Hip Hop, we call upon the people of Makhanda and surrounding areas to come together and support their community of Hip Hop. @ Fingo Village Library Hall, Makhanda. Time: 15:00 to 19:00. Tickets available at webtickets: https://bit.ly/RapAkademyXperience Price: R50 online | R70 at the door.

    12 August – Makhanda Women’s Chess Tournament. Very Brief Description: SEMCCYA, in partnership with Victoria Girl’s High, will host a Women’s Day chess tournament for all the women/girls players in our area to celebrate Women’s Month and the appreciation of women in sports. @ Victoria Girl’s High School. Time: 10:00. Booking/ Contact Details: Coach Jerry on 0638895990 or jsewelo@gmail.com. Price: Free.

    11 – 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 from 17:00 on Friday to 14:00 Sunday. Booking/ 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.

    18 August – Live Music @ Pothole & Donkey: Lloyd & Leroy. 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.

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

    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. Time: 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).

    30 September – Albany Sports Club Steaks Evening. Steak Evening. @ Albany Sports Club, 18 Florence Street, Grahamstown. Time: 16:00. Enquiries to Yolande 083 383 2506. Price: R100

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