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THIS WEEK
THURSDAY, 15 FEBRUARY
U3A
Professor Sally Williams of the Rhodes Politics Department will help us think about how university courses can be made more immediately relevant to 21st-century students.
@ Grahamstown Bowling Club
10:00-11:00
Free 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 on 082 477 3689
Free entry
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FRIDAY, 16 FEBRUARY
Quiz Night with Robyn
Enjoy a fun-themed evening at Red with Robyn, hosting Quiz, meals on offer and prizes for the winning team and the best-dressed person or couple. Theme is red.
@ Red Cafe, 127a High Street Upstairs
18:00
Contact 0466228384
Quiz Tickets are R25 | Quiz plus themed meal R150
The Music Society of Makhanda AGM
The Music Society of Makhanda will hold its Annual General Meeting. After the meeting, music enthusiasts can meet informally at the Highlander.
@ St Andrew’s College Mathematics Centre (next to the Drill Hall on the St. Andrew’s College Campus)
17:00
Contact John Jackson
Live Music with Sivu
Vocals of different genres that everyone can enjoy
@ The Pothole & Donkey, 123 High Street
18:00 – 21:00
For more info, contact: 0466222324
Free entry
Dark Frequency
Get ready to immerse yourself in the electrifying world of electronic music this Friday night! From pulsating basslines to mesmerising synths, prepare for an audiovisual feast that will transport you to new dimensions. Our lineup promises a fusion of genres, blending the hypnotic allure of trance with the infectious energy of house and the raw power of DnB. Expect a sonic journey that will awaken your senses, ignite your soul, and keep you dancing until the early hours. So, join us as we harness the power of sound to create an unforgettable Friday night experience filled with rhythm, euphoria, and boundless energy.
@ SSS Top Bar, 19b New Street.
21:30
Contact Mike Theron: 082 477 3689
R20 entry fee
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SATURDAY, 17 FEBRUARY
Parkrun
5km run or walk
Family-friendly
Dogs on leads are welcome
@ The Bot Gardens, Lucas Avenue
07:45 for 08:00
Register online: https://www.parkrun.co.za/register/
Free entry
The Thrift Market
If you are a lover of thrift, then this market is for you. Come thrift some unique stuff and enjoy live music while you’re at it.
@ La Cafe (Old Provost)
10:00 – 14:00
Contact Brian Ginos on 082 452 6910
Free entry
P.J. Pretdag
Come and enjoy a fun day with family and friends.
@ P.J. Olivier Höerskool
09:00 – 12:00
Free entry
Grahamstown Feral Cat Project
We now have our bookshop where you can browse a small but nice selection of preloved books. All monies raised will go towards sterilising feral cats and the costs of rescuing abandoned adults or kittens in foster care. All donations will be gratefully accepted and can be dropped at the shop.
@ CES building, next door to Nic’s nest at 65 African Street
09:00 – 12:00
Contact Bernadette Emslie (073 277 0577)
R10 upwards per book (Cash only)
Rhodes University Student Wellness Expo
A wellness stakeholder showcase at Rhodes University!
@ Rhodes University, Great Field
10:00 -16:00
For more info, contact t.lepelesana@ru.ac.za and d.kemp@ru.ac.za
Free entry
Valentine’s Dinner
Join us for a Valentine’s dinner with lasagne & Salad.
@ ACVV Senior Citizen (Hill Street)
17:00 – 22:00
Ursula 046 622 6194
R80 pp
Valentine’s Mingle
An evening of entertainment, food and drinks to enjoy Valentine’s Day and support our Museums.
@ Observatory Museum,10 Bathurst Street
17.30 till 21.00
Tammin: 084 458 3533
R150 pp
Live Music: Set in stone
The best of the 70s and 80s.
@ SSS Top Bar, 19b New Street
21:30 – 01:30
Contact Mike Theron: 082 477 3689
R20 entry fee
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SUNDAY, 18 FEBRUARY
Hiking with Makhanda Wild Hikers Crew
Explore nature on this 5km – 7km hike or walk
@ Drostdy Arch, Somerset Street (meeting point)
08:00
Contact Malwande on 074 733 7712
Free entry
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MONDAY, 19 FEBRUARY
Bring Your Craft
Weekly time to hang out and enjoy crafting and company.
@ Red Cafe, 127a High Street, Upstairs
15:00 – 18:00
Contact Lou on 0832951982 or 0466228384
Free entry
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TUESDAY, 20 FEBRUARY
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
Pepper Grove Pick ‘n Pay Inter Company Night Bowls League – 3 Bowl Trips
Lawn Bowls league – a fun competition which will run for the next 4 weeks
@ Grahamstown Bowling Club, Corner of African and Cawood Streets
18:00 for 18:15
Contact details: june.mcdougall@gmail.com | WhatsApp or phone 0833764175
Price: R600 per team of 3
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, 21 FEBRUARY
Karaoke Night
Sing your heart out
@ SSS, 19b New Street
20:30 for 21:00
Free entry
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THURSDAY, 22 FEBRUARY
U3A
Come and hear!
@ Grahamstown Bowling Club
10:00-11:00
R5 entry fee
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 on 082 477 3689
Free entry
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COMING SOON
Friday, 23 February – Makana Meander Wine Tasting and Auction. Raising funds for Grahamstown SPCA to settle the balance on a rescue vehicle that assists the Makana community with animal emergencies and Phase 2 of the Sterilisation project “Project Vala”. @Grahamstown Bowling Club African Street at 17:30 for 18:00. Booking/Contact: https://makanameander.co.za. Pay via Payfast on the website for tickets to the SPCA Charity shop from 25 January. For enquiries. Benita 076 878 0137 or makanameander@gmail.com. Price: R120 pp, includes wine tasting, finger supper and auction.
Friday, 23 February – Movie Night Fundraiser. The Hungry Games, the Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes. Tuckshop available. Regret no outside food. @ St Patrick’s Catholic Church, 47 Hill St, next to the public library at 18:00 – 20:48. Tickets at the door or pre-booking call 060 519 4494. R30 per ticket.
Saturday, 24 February – Fundraiser Market. Crafts, food, and more. @Oatlands Sports Field (Luke Street) at 9:00 – 14:00. Booking/ Contact Details: Julie – 083 644 8097. Price: R120 per stall.
Saturday, 24 February & Saturday, 9 March – Taste and Create: Tie-Dye and Stencilling adult class. Learn different Tie-Dye techniques and how to create a stencil. Create something one of a kind for yourself or as a unique gift. @ Carinus Art Centre, 18A Donkin Street. Contact Lindi Louw 0727268938. R220 per class.
Sunday, 25 February – Alexander Technique group workshop. The Alexander Technique is a practice for finding greater ease and releases in your body and how you use it. This workshop is suitable both for those who haven’t encountered the Technique and for the more experienced learner. Ideal for coping with injuries and general aches and pains, for sports people, musicians and movers of all kinds and anyone looking to feel freer, taller and more at ease in their body. All ages welcome. @ Studio, 2 Nelson Street at 16:00-17:30. Booking/ Contact Details: Alex Halligey alexhalligey@gmail.com or 0745402086. Price: R250.
Saturday, 9 March – Annual Bowls Tournament. The Bowls Day is held in partnership with the Albany Bowling Club, and we aim to raise much-needed funds for the operations of Child Welfare Grahamstown. We employ 7 Social Workers, 2 Social Auxiliary workers, and 1 Administrative officer in our town office.
We also run a preschool for 70 children who are looked after by 6 ECD practitioners. We also operate a Cluster Foster Home Scheme in Joza Location, where we currently house 10 children who are looked after by 2 housemothers. We also run an after-school care programme for 32 children in Joza Location and Hooggenoeg, where we help the children with reading and mathematics. Child Welfare Grahamstown has been operating in Grahamstown for 107 years, and we wish to continue this legacy by keeping our children free from the risk of harm @ Albany Bowling Club. Contact Sean at 0727306469 or Debs at 0716874531.
Friday, 22 March – Sunday, 24 March – Bathurst Agricultural Show. @ Showgrounds, Bathurst. Contact: 0636855117.
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BEHIND-THE-SCENES
February Raffle
Makana Vet Clinic Raffle
Monthly raffle tickets on sale in aid of Makana Vet Clinic for outreach and sterilisations
Tickets on sale at Hi-Tec SeGino’s, Jeannie’seannie’s Hair Salon, Red Cafe, East Cape Pets, Makana Vet Clinic and Gavroche Salon.
Contact Lou at 0832951982 if you’d like to donate a prize or offer to be a ticket-selling venue.
Tickets are R10
SSS Kitchen is open from Tuesday to Saturday from 17:00 to 21:30
