Cost: adults R105, children R60. Contact: 014 577 9000 or visit maropeng.co.za Moyo lunch and creative children’s workshop Moms and dads can relax over lunch while children, aged 3–12 years, participate in free creative workshops. Time: 10:30am–3:30pm every Saturday. Venue: Moyo, Zoo Lake, Prince of Wales Dr, Parkview. Cost: free entry. Contact: 011 646 0058 or visit moyo.co.za Papachinos This restaurant offers a large children’s play area so moms and dads can sit back and relax. Time: Tuesday–Saturday 8:30am–9pm; Sunday 8:30am–6:30pm. Venue: 40 Whisken Ave, Crowthorne. Cost: free entry. Contact: 011 702 1234
finding nature & outdoor play Croc City Crocodile Farm View crocodiles and hatchlings at close range. Time: 9am–4:30pm. Venue: Old Pretoria Rd, Nietgedacht. Cost: adults R45, children R25. For more info: visit croccity.co.za Footloose Trout Farm Offers bass, trout, carp and barbel fishing. There is also a jungle gym, picnic spots, braai facilities, an outside lapa bar and a restaurant. Time: Tuesday–Sunday 7:30am–5pm. Venue: William Nicol Dr, Fourways North. Cost: adults R50, children R40, rod hire R30. Contact Kim: 011 466 9911
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Honeydew Mazes A unique opportunity to navigate your way through a series of mazes created in various mediums such as maize, reeds and ropes. Time: Saturday–Sunday 10am–5pm. Venue: Honeydew Mazes, 82 Boland St, Honeydew. Cost: adults R70, children R55. Contact Judy: 073 795 2174 or visit honeydewmazes.co.za Lion Park Home to several carnivores including white lions. You can play with cubs or enjoy a game ride or visit the restaurant. Time: Monday–Friday 8:30am– 5pm, Saturday–Sunday 8:30am–6pm. Venue: cnr Malibongwe and R114, Lanseria. Cost: adults R115, children R80. Contact: 011 691 9905, lionpark@cknet.co.za or visit lion-park.com Predator World Specialises in all types of predators and offers night tours, walking tours and game drives. Time: 9am–5pm. Venue: 6km from Sun City on the R556. Cost: adults R70, children R35. Contact: 014 552 6900 or visit predatorworld.co.za Rhino and Lion Park Play with cubs at the animal crèche or enjoy a game drive through the reserve. Time: 8:30am–4pm daily. Venue: near Muldersdrift, see their website for a map. Cost: adults R100, children R70. Contact: 011 957 0347, rhinolion@mweb. co.za or visit rhinolion.co.za joburg’s
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Bring your own picnic lunch or enjoy lunch at the Eagle’s Fare Restaurant. Don’t miss the Sunday picnic concerts every second Sunday throughout winter. Time: 8am–5pm. Venue: Malcolm Rd, Poortview, Roodepoort. Cost: adults R23, children R7. For more info: visit sanbi.org
markets 44 Stanley fine food market This Friday night market offers Indian, Thai, African Kwanza and Hare Krishna vegetarian food. Time: 4pm–8pm. Venue: 44 Stanley St, Milpark. Cost: free entry. Contact: 083 311 4768 Bryanston Organic market Stalls offer everything from organic clothing, children’s toys and arts to coffees and foods. Time: 9am–3pm, every Thursday and Saturday. Venue: Culross Rd, off Main Rd, Bryanston. Contact: 011 706 3671 Craighall River Market Enjoy a wide variety of arts, crafts and organic produce. Children’s playground and pony rides available. Time: 8:30am–1pm, every second Saturday. Venue: Colourful Splendour Nursery, Craighall Park. Contact Roy: 011 465 3413 Gourmet Market Bread, nuts, organic vegetables, cheese, pickles and olives. Time: Tuesday–Sunday 9am–5pm. Venue: Lifestyle Garden Centre, cnr Beyers Naudé and Ysterhout Dr, Randpark Ridge. Cost: free entry. Contact: 011 792 5616 Irene Market Offers over 300 stalls of arts, food and a licensed tea garden with a safe children’s entertainment area. Time: 9am–2pm, second and last Saturday of each month. Venue: Smuts House Museum, Jan Smuts Ave, Irene. For more info: visit irenemarket.co.za Jozi Food Market The emphasis is on natural, homegrown and exotic foods ranging from baked goods, jams and vegetables to cheeses, olives and oysters. Time: 8:30am–1:30pm. Every Saturday. Venue: Parktown Quarter, cnr 7th Ave and 3rd Ave, Parktown North. For more info: visit jozifoodmarket.co.za Killarney Organic Market This Thursday morning market offers everything organic from olives and muffins to samoosas and spring rolls. Time: 9am. Venue: Inner Court, Killarney Shopping Mall. Cost: free entry. Contact Robyn: 083 311 4768 Market in the Park This monthly market is filled with crafts, jewellery, games, tasty treats and more. Time: 9am–2pm, first Sunday of the month. Venue: River Café grounds, Louise Ave, Parkmore. Contact Lorraine: 011 465 1281 or 083 655 8012 Melville Market This is a bargain hunter’s paradise. Time: Monday–Saturday 9am– 5pm. Venue: Campus Square Shopping Centre, cnr Kingsway and University Rds, Auckland Park. Contact: 011 482 2118 Mzansi Market You’ll find all things local and lekker from Mopani worms to makarapas. Time: 9am–2pm, every Saturday. Venue: Killarney Mall, Killarney. Contact Mahlatse: 011 646 4659 or kmmarketing@cityprop.co.za United flavour of nations This fine food market offers wholesome and delicious foods. Time: 9am–2pm, every Sunday. Venue: Blubird Shopping Centre, cnr Athol Oaklands Rd and Fort St, Athol. Cost: free entry. Contact Robyn: 083 311 4768 August 2010
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