December What's On in and around East London

What’ on s

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Decemb

Disney’s

Beauty and the Beast 6-20 December 2013

FREE

East London

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Events for the month

BIG jewelery sale.

See inside What to do on the Friendly N6 and Jikeleza Route Awesome holiday giveaways

Tel: 043 748 2998 | Spargs Centre, Beacon Bay Open daily from 11am - 10pm

JEWELLERY SALE ... as

low as 50% OFF

VINCENT PARK CENTRE

Upper Level Tel 043 726 3415 bells@bellsjewellers.co.za

BEST VALUE IN TOWN VAT refund to tourists Buy Diamonds Direct Made on site

Guaranteed satisfaction Ring wax-models made for pre-approval

64 YEARS OF TRUST & SERVICE ‘Like’ us on Facebook www.facebook.com/bellsjewellers www.bellsjewellers.co.za

Useful info Flying squad Ambulance

Fire services Weather

10111 10177 043 726 2225 043 705 9000 082 162 082 233 9700

Municipality Aquarium Burst pipes Disaster Mngt Grass cutting

043 705 9111 043 705 2637/8 043 705 2194 043 743 7118 043 705 2546

NSRI Poison Info Roads Surf Rescue

Traffic Water leaks

043 700 2100 021 931 6129 043 7052095 083 763 8723 043 705 2538 043 705 9327/8 043 705 9234 043 705 2179/80/4 (A/H) Zoo 043 705 2530 Street lights 043 722 6407 Electricity 043 705 9124 Crime Spotter 043 748 4991 (24h)

Hospitals & Pharmacy LIFE BEACON BAY HOSPITAL. 24-h accident and emergency unit. Tel: 043 711 5100 LIFE ST DOMINIC’S HOSPITAL. 24-h trauma and emergency unit. Tel: 043 707 9000 FRERE HOSPITAL Amalinda Dr, East London. Tel: 043 709 1111.

Visiting hours: 11am-12am, 3pm-4pm, 7pm-8pm.

Children’s ward: 3pm-4pm. 043 709 1111 John Forbes Pharmacy. Oxford Street: 043 722 2062. Mon to Sat: 8am to 10pm.

Sun and Public Holidays: 8.30am to 10pm

Art Galleries Ann Bryant Art Gallery. St Marks Road Tel 043 722 4044 9.30am to 5pm on Mon to Fri. 9.30am to noon on Sat. Admission is free CVD FRAMERS. Framing/Gallery/Supplies. 12 Jarvis Rd, Berea. 043 726 1449 The Gallery at Inkwenkwezi. Stephanie 072 238 0950. www.visualart.co.za Arts Unlimited. 6 Bell Rd, Vincent. 043 726 3355 Floradale Fine Art. Mon - Sat: 10am-3pm. Sun: 10am-1pm. Rose 078 294 7252 Marlene Neumann Fine Art Photography. View by appt. Marlene 083 321 3391 Malcolm Dewey Fine Art. 60 Darlington Rd, Berea; 083 711 9888 Vincent Art Gallery. 2 Donald Rd, Vincent 043 726 4356

Shopping Centres Balfour Park Shopping Centre. 043 726 5349.8am – 8pm (Checkers only) Beacon Bay Retail Park. Bonza Bay Rd, Beacon Bay. 043 748 4660 Vincent Park Centre. Devereux Ave, Vincent Park. 043 727 0990 Hemingways Mall: Cnr Western Avenue & Two Rivers Drive. 043 721 3180 Ideal Homes Mini Mall: Vincent Rd, Vincent Spargs Mall: Bonza Bay Rd, Beacon Bay The Floradale Centre: 043 748 2420 Creative Lifestyle Emporium: 3 Frere Rd, Vincent. Organic, fashion, coffee, plants.

Christmas Buffet R 299 pp Children 4 - 12yrs: R 199 Children under 3yrs: No Charge Tel: 043 709 5000 regent@premierhotels.co.za www.premierhotels.co.za

R 250 pp Children get 50% discount 12h00 - 14h30 | Bookings essential from R 450* Includes Dinner, Bed & Breakfast *T & C’s Apply

Macleantown District, N6 National Road, East London Tel: +27 (0)43 742 9000/2/4 | email: info@mpongo.co.za

Emerald Spa Reindeer Express Choose any Choose any Choose any

2 treatments for R 450 3 treatments for R 650 4 treatments for R 750

Manicure Pedicure Facial BNS Massage Razul Therapy Pressure Point Foot Massage Salt Glow or Sugar Scrub Relaxing Shimmering Milk Bath Energising Hydrotherapy Bath Session Indian Head Massage All treatments are 30 minutes each.

Valid from 1 December - 31 December 2013 st

st

Tel: 043 709 5111 ‡ info@emeraldspa.co.za

HEALTH & BEAUTY Nails: Summer special: R200 for Bio Sculpture gel overlay on toes and nails

Roxy at

Salon Topaz

15c Tyrell Road, Berea

Hair: Is your hair dry, dull or lifeless?

If yes, then Roxy at Salon Topaz, has the solution. Book for a blow-wave and receive a FREE deep penetrating moisture masque Loreal treatment valued at R130.

Also book for a trim and receive 6 free foil hi/lo lights

Book now with Roxy on 043 727 0218 and your hair will leave feeling healthy, shining and happy.

Make sure sunscreen works for you. Check the expiry or manufacturing date of your sunscreens. Sunscreens usually expire two years after manufacture. To play it safe, CANSA recommends replacing sunscreen if it’s been opened for more than a year. Apply sunscreen 20 minutes before going outside and reapply every two to three hours.

Cover up. Wear sun-protective clothing and glam up your summer wardrobe with an elegant wide-brimmed hat. CANSA recommends hats made from thickly-woven fabric with wide brims and that cover the neck and ears.

Protect your eyes. Whether you're driving your car or walking on the beach, protect your eyes and skin around the eye area by wearing sunglasses with a UV400 protection rating.

Slip into the shade. Avoid being in directly sunlight between 10h00 and 15h00. When the sun rays are at their strongest, stay indoors or under the shade of an umbrella.

Get to know your moles. Regularly check your skin for new, irregular shaped or blotchy coloured moles. Speak to your doctor if you have any concerns or make a date to get your skin screened by a qualified dermatologist.

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ALTERNATIVE THERAPY

Is 2014 your year of change?

Hypnosis

REALLY DOES

work!

Ask me how it can

Do you know that: • Every thought creates a physical response • When your subconscious perceives a goal it automatically strives to achieve it • The harder you try the more difficult it becomes unless supported by your subconscious mind • New habit patterns can be formed with hypnosis • Hypnosis is a very natural, relaxing state of mind that everyone experiences daily • During hypnosis you are still in complete control - you will still hear and remember everything.

• Your personality won't change • I won't make you "cluck like a chicken" or do anything strange :)

help you Nicalene Coutts C.Ht, CPTF 072 655 1021

nicalene@gmail.com

To advertise call 079 594 2267 / 043 735 2059 / admin@thewhatson.co.za

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HEALTH & BEAUTY KEZ

SALON TOPAZ Contact Kez for an appointment Phone: 043 727 0218 • Cell: 078 285 4397 15c Tyrell Road, Berea (behind Jevon Tyres)

Specials:

MATRIX 5 star treatment, cut & blow wave – R150 Colour for summer: Colour from R270 and receive a complimentary MATRIX treatment & blow wave Wash and blow wave – R100 and receive a complimentary MATRIX treatment.

Special ends 11/01/2014 Late bookings on Thursday for your convenience

For all things organic Food | Skincare | Soap | Baby | Cleaning Products Essential oils | Mineral Make-Up 3 FRERE ROAD, VINCENT • Tel: 043 727 1266.

Your local green

store

INTERESTING GIFTS & GOODIES

To advertise call 079 594 2267 / 043 735 2059 / admin@thewhatson.co.za

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hurry

Jacksons Fabrics

The Fabric Shop

83 Old Transkei Rd, Nahoon T: 043 735 3750 • F: 086 861 3455 nahoon@cowie.co.za

Waterslide & jumping castles for hire. Ideal for parties.

Carlos 072 376 6918, Bev 084 250 3925 bevmountfort@gmail.com

AVAILABED

Helping you find Accommodation all over South Africa Valerie Knoetze 079 782 7070 | 043 740 5636

chair cover & tieback rentals

Gale 082 927 7828

sittingprettysa@hotmail.com

‘Unleash Your Dog’s Potential!’

TOP Class Training & TOP Class Facilities @ FOUR PAWS DOG TRAINING CLUB

Lisa: 071 353 7521 schutzhundlisa@gmail.com Lynda: 082 601 9196 k9lynda@gmail.com www.fourpawsdogtrainingclub.yolasite.com

8km along N6, turn left at Nahoon Valley Sign.

Melody: 082 478 2949. burnsidetouchfarm@gmail.com Open Tues - Sat: 9am - 4pm.

Sun: 8.30am - 2.30pm. • R20pp

Pet Shop

043 726 1865 083 320 5308 East London Dog Training & Socialisation School

3 month course in: Basic obedience, Companion dog training Professional dog trainer & animal behaviourist (ethologist specialising in cats & dogs) EL training dog whisperer

Bessie King 083 701 4770 / 043 726 9043

CAST

Maths & Science Extra Classes

Raymond Simms Cell: 079 098 4416 raymondpietersimms@yahoo.co.uk

Point To Point Transfers, Airport Shuttle, School Private Shuttle service Transportation, Andre 043 740 5418 Group Travel & Day Tours.

081 726 6080

Healing Hands Tired of stress, depression, anger, anxiety, pain? Daphne - Energy healer, psychic, massage therapist. 083 454 3998.

CHIROPRACTOR Dr. Sean Lewis

Shop E, Crossways, Schafli Rd (nxt to pharmacy) 073 551 6972

The Beauty

Specialist

Tania van Heerden

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hurry

Au pair

Mature professional lady available for care and transport in the afternoons. Police clearance and references available.

Contact Melanie on 079 289 5409.

Email: mj_stewart2002@yahoo.co.uk

084 959 9262

catz pub@yahoo.com

Taryn 072 374 9173

Happy Holidays TO ONE AND ALL

sephtoncraft@gmail.com Speciality cakes for all occasions

Chamberlain Centre Chamberlain Rd, Berea contact Louise 084 959 9262

THE BOOKSHOP

New • Second Hand • Sales • Exchange Books • Crafts • Gifts • Curios Main Road, Gonubie Contact Engie: 073 260 1221

s cks ack s Tra e tr ack x4 bik e tr * 4 u ad bik s * QMotor p site * am ts * CChale *

OUTDOOR ADVENTURES Something to do for the whole family Venue to hire for private events, parties or Year-end functions

* Mou Tr ntai * Obsials nbike tacle * A dv co partieenture urse s

Contact: Lizette @ 082 449 8615 or info@dekraaladventures.com

-gifts -weddings -hobbies Contact no: 079 713 3028 Email: info@stylusdesign.co.za. -corporate Website: www.stylusdesign.co.za -gravestones

HOME CARE

Private

Qualified & Experienced Carer available for private home care on a daily basis. Experience includes full time Care positions in the UK. Contact Melanie on 079 289 5409.

Email: mj_stewart2002@yahoo.co.uk

Foot, toe, leg treatments.

Shoe stretching

081 493 7170 / 043 7271102 Sunbed

Open Daily till late.

R150 for ten sessions, 30 minutes a session 081 493 7170 or 043 727 1102

something

Lydia BORROWED 084 964 6545 lydiarandall.randall8@gmail.com

• wedding dress rentals •

FiZZ designs

Invitations & Stationery

surita@fuzzhair.co.za 043 735 2072 • 52B Beach Road, Nahoon www.facebook.com/fuzz.hairdressing

Parties • Weddings • Events 082 586 7585 myfizzdesigns@gmail.com

www.facebook.com/FiZZDesigns

To advertise call 079 594 2267 / 043 735 2059 / admin@thewhatson.co.za

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Feed your creativity!

Fun with Hobby Crafts

Card making workshop on 7 Dec at Hobby Crafts

www.hobbycrafts.co.za

Come make your own Xmas cards 12

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SPECIAL SERVICES

L A U N D R O M AT Laundry problems? Let us take care of it!

2 Chamberlain Rd, Berea. (Next to Scooters) Washing / Drying / Ironing / Dry cleaning. We collect & deliver

078 844 9999 / 076 012 9828

Pet & House Sitting - Dog Walking - Watering Plants - Post Let us take care of it for you so you do not have to worry!

8 years experience in animal nurturing.

Even if you have a lion, we can look after that too!

Leanne - 072 280 0074

Email - goingaway37@yahoo.com Website - www.goingaway37.wix.com/goingawayel www.facebook.com/goingaway.petsitter

Tidewaters Shuttle service Airport Shuttles • Town trips • In & around East London • Transfers to Surrounding Areas & Transkei • Tours to Game Reserves

(cell) 082 4166 830

(A/H) 082 463 7524/ 079 894 1636 info@tidewaters.co.za

Global Cell & electronics

Christmas gifts sorted. Pop in to see our wide variety of gadgets and equipment!

Shop M 8, Mezzanine Floor, Hemingways Mall

Tel: 043 721 2450 To advertise call 079 594 2267 / 043 735 2059 / admin@thewhatson.co.za

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gram

Living Waters’ Skills Development Pro

Handmade leather gifts

Large or small, to ďŹ t your budget Buy a one of a kind personalized gift, and touch a life.

YOU CAreNnce

make a diffe

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s this year draws to an end, our services are even more critically needed by the most vulnerable in society, we would like to dare and even challenge you. We are seeking a new generation of people, who are tired of watching others talk & do nothing, and who instead want to be a part of the solution! 'Ordinary People' are able to accomplish far more together than on their own, thereby creating EXTRAordinary in their world. We invite you to join us, in making a tangible difference in the lives of others. Become a Living Waters Ambassador, an individual who is willing to donate a minimum of R100 per month, and who will challenge at least 10 friends to do the same. Are you willing to roll up your sleeves and become a person of action? We want to create a new culture of giving, a little together, making a HUGE difference together! Make the difference yourself! Ambassadors, to the power of 10, we are bringing about the change we so desperately want to see!!

t 43 Jarvis Road, Berea

Con tac

Hours: Mon - Fri: 8am - 4.30pm

Tel: 043 721 2915

SPECIAL SERVICES Leaders in water & air purification & more!

Advice • Sales • Rentals Sanitizings • Repairs

We specialize in and offer: Water Tests Recommendations • Water Purifiers Various Technologies • EMF Air Purifiers • Shower Filters Boiling Units • Dispensers Chillers Ice Machines • Emerson Waste Disposal Units • Self Service Water Bottling Bar • Personalized Bottled Water Refills • Saeco & Sprada Coffee Machines & Beans Etc.

85 bonza bay road • beacon bay • east london h2oeastlondon@hyperlink.co.za • info@h2oeastlondon.co.za

T 043 748 4440 & 3099

Spitbraai Catering and functions For more info please contact:

043 740 4505 info@tidewaters.co.za

Second Nature Watersports Cnr of Currie & Bonanza Quigney

043 722 1752

Stockists of the following : (New & Second hand)

Fluid Kayaks, Waveski’s, Surfski’s, Racing canoes, Canoes, Sand boards, Boogie boards, Thule car rack systems, Paddles, Accessories and parts

Second Nature Watersports Cnr of Currie & Bonanza Quigney

043 722 1752

For all you car rack system needs

At the best prices To advertise call 079 594 2267 / 043 735 2059 / admin@thewhatson.co.za

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Brochures must be seen to be effective.

A brochure that is not does not

on display

speak to anybody!

Anleen Louw

Marketing Co-ordinator Mobile: 082 200 3489 Email: anleen@brochuremanagement.com

January 2014

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Fresh Spring Rolls INGREDIENTS: • 1 package large dried rice wrappers (also called "rice paper") (Obtainable from Spargs Superspar or the food store at the new Chinatown) • 1 cup cooked chicken or turkey, sliced or cut into bite-size pieces, and tossed in 2-3 Tbsp. fish sauce (OR 2 Tbsp. soy sauce) - If Vegetarian, substitute baked tofu • 1 cup fresh coriander leaves • 1 cup fresh sweet basil, roughly chopped if leaves are large • 1/2 large cucumber, sliced into matchstick-like pieces • 1 carrot, grated • 1 cup fresh bean sprouts Except for the rice rolls, place each of the above ingredients in a separate bowl and set aside.

Fill a large bowl half full of hot water (but not scalding, as you will have to dip your fingers in it). Place bowl and wrappers on a clean working surface, such as a cutting board.

Take out one of the rice wrappers and place it in the bowl of hot water. You may have to gently press the wrapper down into the water. The rice paper will soften in approximately 30 seconds.

Working always horizontally, place slices of the chicken (or tofu/ wheat gluten) toward the end of the wrapper. Now add some of the cucumber on top.

Now add a little carrot, fresh coriander, basil, and bean sprouts.

Begin to roll by folding the bottom portion of rice paper over the ingredients.

Continue by lifting the right side of the wrapper and folding it over the ingredients.

To complete the roll, fold top side down, OR roll the spring roll forward until all the end of the rice paper. Try to keep your folding/rolling as tight as possible. The ingredients should appear at one end to create an "open" type of fresh roll.

To secure the roll, simply dip your fingers in a little water and wet the end flap, then press to seal.

Place upright in a bowl (like a bouquet), or on a platter. Serve with hoisin sauce and/or Thai Sweet Chili Sauce (available at most large supermarkets in the Asian section, or in Asian/Chinese food stores).

These fresh rolls pair well with a cold lager, or a glass of chilled white wine or Pinot Noir.

ENJOY!

SPECIAL NOTICE

Have a coffee or meal and surf the internet here for FREE! Lavender Blue Guido’s Vincent Kauai VPC Wimpy VPC Wimpy Nahoon

Spur BB Toast, Vincent Boykies, Berea Footprints Cafe Cafe Basil

To advertise call 079 594 2267 / 043 735 2059 / admin@thewhatson.co.za

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SPECIAL SERVICES

BM 410354

TEAM KITS & ACCESSORIES MANUFACTURERS & SUPPLIERS OF: T-shirts Windbreakers Polar Fleece Tops All Sports Kits: TM

Tracksuits Golf Shirts Corporate Shirts Rugby Kit Soccer Kit Netball Kit Softball Kit

WHOLESALE PRICES TO CLUBS & SCHOOLS

BM 803, $-05)*/( "$$&4403*&4

Tel: (043) 743 4202 084 454 7907 / 084 688 6544

e-mail: sales@allsportsel.co.za Fax: 086 665 6262 ABSA Stadium, Recreation Rd, East London

Lion Park

Functions Venue

Weddings, parties and conferences Seats up to 200 people. Bookings now open Contact Wendy on 082 693 6555 for more information What’s On in and around East London facebook page, will be updated daily throughout the holiday season with extra info on what to do, sea temps etc. Stay up to date with what happens around town.

To advertise call 079 594 2267 / 043 735 2059 / admin@thewhatson.co.za

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this summer

Getting the blood pumping on holiday doesn’t have to involve arguing about Christmas presents or fighting the crowds in shopping malls. Get out and get busy with some of our local adventure offerings.

From close encounters with wildlife, think lions, cheetahs, elephants and pythons, to watching speedsters race towards a finish line or even pushing yourself to take a plunge – there is a variety of options to choose from - if you know where to look.

Python Park – On the N6, 10km from East London. Get up close and personal with 130 different species of snake, from king cobras to mambas, as well as snapper turtles, iguanas and a 225kg alligator. This is reptile heaven. Join Deon for live demos at 11am and 2pm, seven days a week. There is a touch farm and a pub ‘n grub for the hungry. Open 10am-4pm daily.

Entry fee: adults R70, children R30.

Contact Deon 079 491 6486 for more info.

Lion Park – See Big Cats like lions, tigers, cheetah and even wild dogs up close daily 9am-5pm or on Sundays at 12.30pm for feeding times. Contact 043 7307161 for more info.

Game Drives at Mpongo Game Reserve – Only 35km from East London on N6, you can experience wild and birdlife from the comfort of your vehicle. Alternatively the park offers mountain bike and trail running, fishing and safari walks, and a great touch farm where, if you are lucky, you might get to see a new addition to the large variety of animals on show. Open seven days a week, 7am-6pm. Adults R50, children R30 for the self-drive.

Contact 043 7429000/2/4 for more info.

Elephant rides – Inkwenkwezi Game Private Game Reserve on East Coast Resorts Road. Ride an elephant through a game reserve.

R500 per person, maximum four people per group. Rides at 22

8.30am, 11am and 2pm. Walking with elephants and elephant interaction, any size group. Call reservations on 043 734 3234 to book.

Charter a boat – Ballyhoo Cruises offers catamaran cruises around the harbour, beachfront or river. Spotting that pod of dolphins would definitely be worth the R150 p/p for the hour. A fantastic option for some friends is the braai cruise for three hours which is bring your own and costs R3000 for the entire boat, all are weather depending. Call Graham 082 804 1660 or Southern Cross harbour and river cruises which cost R80/ hour (motorised harbour and river cruises) or R250/hour for a sea cruise. Call John 082 938 6275 for more info.

Stock Car Racing at the Amalinda Racing Track – For petrolheads, a treat on the 14th December is a fun day for Border Stock Car Racing. Join Anton for a ride at full speed around the track. On the 21st December is a speedway event with some speedway bikes on exhibit. Open from 1pm, minimal entrance fee. Contact Anton 072 088 8885 for more info.

Sky Dive – For absolute adrenalin junkies you can tandem skydive with EP Skydivers in Grahamstown.

Jump from 10 000 feet with a 35 second freefall. Costs R2000, for another R450 you get the DVD and photos. Contact James on 082 441 2055 for more info.

DYNAMIC EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES 043 726 2225

We fly you to the destination of your choice!

Tel: 043 736 1660 www.av8helicopters.co.za

SOUTHERN CROSS r cruises e iv r d n a r u Harbo

CONTACT: JOHN 082 938 6275

Blue Horizon Marine Academy • Skipper’s tickets- rivers and sea • Sailing courses For bookings and info: Glenda Wakeford 083 303 7652

See pages 20 and 21 for more info on places to visit along the Friendly N6! (Road to Stutterheim) and pages xxxxxx for fun things to do on the Jikileza Route To advertise call 079 594 2267 / 043 735 2059 / admin@thewhatson.co.za

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The Lion Park WHAT TO DO, WHERE TO GO on the FRIENDLY N6

Open every day (weather permitting) during the school holidays. Tel: 043 730 7161 Follow the N6 for 5.9 km, turn right at Seaview Farms Rd.

www.thelionpark.co.za

Lion feeding Sundays at 12.30pm Your mountain biking, trail running/ walking destination only 10 minutes drive from East London along the N6.

Come and enjoy our beautiful purpose built single track in a pristine, game farm environment! Recently been selected nationally as one of the trails to host the “The Big MTB Year�

Honesty box system: Mon-Fri R10/person/day | Sat-Sun R20/person/day.

Visit our FB or contact myself for any further queries: Mark 076 178 4696

BURNSIDE TOUCH FARM WHERE STRANGERS BECOME FRIENDS

4pm t: 9am 8km along along the the (N6) (N6) Turn Turn left left at at Tues - Sa 0pm 8km :3 2 am Sun: 8:30 Nahoon Nahoon Valley Valley sign sign

R20

4 Wheeler Cart Rides, Fishing, Paint Ball, Touch Farm, Tea Area and much MORE! BIKE TRACK NOW OPEN

Melody - 082 478 2949 • burnsidetouchfarm@gmail.com fun & Informative for the whole family!

100 species of birds and animals, party venue with tearoom and playground.

Admission: Children R15, Adults: R25.

Open Friday - Sunday: 09h30 to 16h00 School Holidays (Wed - Sun) & Public Hoildays

Directions: Take N6 from circle for 8km, turn left at Nahoon Valley sign

contact: 082 415 2791

@ LindaleFarm

www.facebook.com/MelsFunFarm

10km along N6. Turn left at Dewpoint Road then first right onto a gravel road. Another 1.5 km and we’re on the left.

Contact Mel for more info: 082 258 0440. e-mail: mharris@vodamail.co.za

078 378 5812

Tuesday to Friday 10am – 10pm, Saturday 8am – 10pm and Sunday 8am – 5pm Fantastic menu available from starters to pizzas, burgers, steaks, ribs etc. Come and enjoy a relaxing day out with friends and family. Christmas Lunch R160pp Bookings essential.

10km from el on the Stutt road (n6)

lidays:10am - 4pm. Open 7 days a week,

December Ho

Fees: Adults R70, Kids R30.

Snake shows at 11am and 2pm.

Deon Nell: 079 491 6486 deon@apexpredators.co.za • www.apexpredators.co.za

THORN PARK TRADING

For more information please contact:

SUZUKI, WAY OF LIFE! Tracy – 083 506 5941 • Deon – 079 491 6486 • party@apexpredators.co.za

Fresh farm chickens available.

076 862 3962

Supply and service of Suzuki outboard motors, retailer of boats, accessories and spares. Boat repairs etc.

THORN PARK, N6 HIGHWAY 043 730 7517 • 043 730 7122

WHAT TO DO, WHERE TO GO on the FRIENDLY N6

Open to the public the last Saturday of each month (excluding Dec) Dec 2013 School holidays (Mon, Wed and Fri 10am – 4pm). Closed for the period 20/12/13 – 6/01/14

FAMILY FUN Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve Big 5. Malaria Free.

Wild Coast. Eastern Cape.

South Africa Reservations: 043 734 3234 E-mail:pgr@inkwenkwezi.coza www.inkwenkwezi.com

The Place of African Legend

Self-catering / Camping & Caravanning / Day visits 046 624 8199

mansfield@rivierhotels.co.za www.riverhotels.co.za What’s On in and around East London facebook page, will be updated daily throughout the holiday season with extra info on what to do, sea temps etc. Stay up to date with what happens around town.

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Skydive

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ay ffreys B e J in s Tandem ember to c e D h t 0 from 2 ary 2014 04 Janu

Tandem skydive from 10 000 feet for R2000 (35 second freefall) DVD and photos in freefall R450 Static line courses R1100 including all ground training and one jump Demo skydives in and around East London R5000 Contact

Contact James Williamson James Williamson james@geenet.co.za

www.epskydivers.co.za

or james@geenet.co.za 082 441 2055 www.epskydivers.co.za 27

HAVING FUN tle Sprout

Nanny’s cooking, Holiday club, Birthday parties

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Lit

Mixing fun and education in the kitchen

Vicki – 072 118 5558 vicki@littlesprouts.co.za | www.littlesprouts.co.za

CANDY BAR

Festivals, children’s parties, school /church functions, we do it ALL! Soft serves, candy floss, slush puppies, popcorn, juices and much more. Contact Deon on 082 463 7524 or email deonk@tidewaters.co.za for a quote.

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HAVING FUN

What’s On in and around East London facebook page, will be updated daily throughout the holiday season with extra info on what to do, sea temps etc. Stay up to date with what happens around town.

To advertise call 079 594 2267 / 043 735 2059 / admin@thewhatson.co.za

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FAMILY FUN

OPPIE PLAAS Restaurant & Functions Venue Mtwentwe Farm, Haga-Haga GPS: S32’45.173’- E028’13.764’ www.facebook.com/oppieplaas EXCITING MENU cell: 083 703 1711 A-grade matured Steaks, Ribs, Seafood & much more Saturday Lunch: Wood Fired Pizzas ernatal@mweb.co.za

FULLY LICENCED PUB Wide range of South African Estate Wines All sport on large plasma TV screen Out of season: From 16:30 on Friday & 10:30 on Saturday School holidays: Daily from 10:30 Book to avoid disappointment CORPORATE FUNCTIONS, BIRTHDAYS, SPECIAL EVENTS & WEDDINGS Closed on Sundays

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• Full NPL training provided from start to finish (WCM, CCM, LSA) • Type conversions and weight shift to 3-axis conversions • Train on own aircraft or schools Contact: Sharon Seager aircraft.

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Transnet National Ports Authority is revamping this prime waterfront area into a vibrant leisure destination with restaurants, family friendly entertainment and watersport facilities. The popular Footprints Restaurant has already opened its doors, so hurry over and experience this delightful setting for yourself.

Latimer’s Landing is having a facelift.

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IF your holiday plans don’t involve relaxing on the beach with a good book, or if you are keen to work off those delicious Christmas treats, East London and its surrounds features some of the best outdoor as well as indoor activities available.

From two wheels to four, from takkies to riding boots, from beach balls to bowling balls and pins there is something for everyone right here on our doorstep. For those who have brought their mountain bikes there are many trails to uncover, 4x4 fanatics can have an outdoor adventure just a few kilometres away.

Communing with nature has many rewards and there are two surburban nature trails which could provide you with some special sightings of local flora and fauna.

Mountain Bike Trails: Try out 3 Silos for the hardened mountain biker.

There is a 20km,15km and 10km loop with some tricky descents and serious climbs.

Lavender Blue is easier and shorter with a relaxing loop through a forest - an awesome single track. Both have honesty boxes in which to post your entry fee, which are cheap at R10 and R20. 2 Swans, Hempels Farm and Horseshoe Valley and Diesel Hill are also self-ride and well worth it – more info and maps on the routes at www. ecmtb.co.za De Kraal Outdoor Adventures: From 4x4, quad bike and motorbike trails to family braai’s along

the river, De Kraal is the perfect way to enjoy a day on a farm, breathing fresh air. You could make it a family weekend and stay over or just go for the day.

On the N2 to Mthatha, 9km after the first Brakfontein turn-off. Open 9am-6pm everyday. Call Lizette on 082 449 8615 for more info.

Dassie Trail: a fantastic 2km walk along a boardwalk through the Nahoon Estuary Nature Reserve over mud flats, mangrove and forest. Keep your eyes open for some special bird spots.

Best to go in a group. Free entrance, weekdays only 8.30am-4pm. Blue Bend Road, off Beaconhurst Drive, Beacon Bay.

this summer The Gonubie Nature Reserve Trail: runs through coastal vlei’s and keen birders will find a hide along the route. A second hide overlooking a dam has been badly vandalised and birders are asked to avoid going into this one.

Best to go in a group. 16th Avenue in Gonubie (behind the Spar in Gonubie Main Road). Free entrance, weekdays only, 8am3.30pm.

Park Run: On Saturday mornings at 8am join the gang through Nahoon Point Nature Reserve for a 5km run/walk. It can be tricky at times with soft sand and large step-ups but you don’t have to be Comrades fit to complete it. Also at Kidd’s Beach and Sunrise-on-Sea for those of every ability and any age.

Free entry, however if you want to be timed enter on the Park Run website: www.parkrun.co.za Wildcoast Horseback Adventures at Kei Mouth. For the novice to experienced rider, one to 10 day rides discovering areas of the Wild Coast.

Three beach ride options: R200 for the inexperienced rider gets you an hourand-a half, R350 is two-and-

half hours for advanced riders. Day rides in the Transkei can be arranged.

Any size group. Call JulieAnn on 082 567 0972.

Electric Avenue: Get down to Electric Avenue at Hemingways Mall this summer … Your ONE STOP destination for NON STOP family fun and entertainment!

Kids and adults of all ages will love the thrill of the X-RIDER 3D/4D simulator, the action bowling will keep you on your feet, the amusement zone arcade games are great fun and shoot some pool. If all this action wears you down, step into the Manhattan Bar to unwind.

Absolute fun starts from R2 upwards. We cater from small children to adults. All this is offered in a safe, supervised and fun environment. Most of our arcade games reward players with tickets that they can take to our toyshop and swop for exciting prizes.

Open daily from Sunday to Thursday 9am to 11pm and Friday & Saturday from 9am to 12pm. Hemingways Mall, below the food court. Tel 043 726 9727

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So December holidays are upon us and with that comes entertaining family and friends. Of course at this time of year East London is known to deliver a rain shower or two so we thought we would give you some alternatives to the beach.

Luckily there are plenty of art galleries and museums sure to appeal to a variety of interests all within the greater East London area. We also have our very own craft brewery in the Emerald Vale Brewing Company based in Chintsa.

East London’s museum is most famous for its coelacanth exhibit – this prehistoric fish was thought to be extinct until it was caught off an East London beach. Just a short drive to King William’s Town is the Amatola Museum which features Huberta, the wandering hippo, who caught the world’s attention on her twoand-a-half year trek from St Lucia in KwaZulu-Natal via Durban and East London to eventually end up in the Keiskamma River.

Galleries, museums and a craft brewery: - Ann Bryant Art Gallery, 9 St Mark Road – a collection of fine and decorative arts.

Mon - Fri 9am to 5pm, Saturday, 9-12am. Free entry. December special exhibition features a selection of oil paintings by well-known local artist Sandy Thomas. Call 043 722 4044 for more details.

- Driftwood Studios – 26 Rainbow Valley Complex (phone for access when you get there), near Sunrise-On-Sea, GPS co-ordinates lat 32.926, long 28.039. George Kockott open sculpture studio – watch artists at work with chainsaws, chisels and charcoal. From December 13 to 23, 10am-5pm daily. Entry R10 adults, children free. Contact Claire Kockott on 083 689 5816 for more details.

- Marlene Neumann’s Centre – displays fine art photography from Marlene and a tranquil art garden with sculptures and

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landscaping. Open Mon to Sun 8am-5pm, call Marlene before visiting on 083 321 3391.

- The Craft Gallery – Floradale Centre, Old Main Road, Beacon Bay. Fine art gallery.

Open Mon to Fri 9am to 5pm, Sat 9am-4.30pm and Sun 9am12.45pm. Call 043 748 2419 for more info.

- Creative Visual Design – 12 Jarvis Road, Berea.

Fine art and pottery as well as art supplies, Mon 9am-4pm, Tues to Fri 9-5 and Sat, 9am to 12.30pm. Call 043 726 1449 for more details.

- Arts Unlimited – 6 Bell Rd, Vincent, displays original art from local artists, also framers.

Open Mon to Fri 8.30am to 5pm, Sat 9am-1pm. Call 043 726 3355 for more details.

- EL Museum – Upper Oxford Street, East London. Open Mon to Thurs 9.30am-4.30pm,

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Fri 9.30am to 4pm. Special coelacanth exhibit on December 23. Entry fee adults R15 and children R5. Call 043 743 0686 for more info.

- Amatola Museum, 3 Albert Road, King William’s Town.

Open Mon to Thurs 8am – 4.30pm and Fri 8am-4pm. Entry fee R5, children U16 free. Call 043 642 4506 for more info.

- Emerald Vale Brewing Company – East Coast Resorts Road. Craft brewery for your dash of local ale in Chintsa.

Tours from Mon to Sat at 12pm and 4pm by appointment.

Cost of tour is R60/person and includes a 100ml taster for each beer available. Call Petra Trunkenpolz on 073 078 9688 for more info.

ARTS UNLIMITED Specialised Framing & Design Gallery @ 6 Bell Road, Vincent Tel: 043 726 3355/083 701 8013 Email: artsunlimited@intekom.co.za

Get the best from the best Exclusive imported art • Oil paintings Mirrors • Picture framing Professional décor advice • Gifts & more To advertise call 079 594 2267 / 043 735 2059 / admin@thewhatson.co.za

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W e h av e m ove d to 12 Jarvis Rd, Berea,

Entrance in Barkly Street email: cvdframers@gmail.com

043 726 1449

• FRAMING • mIRRORS • ART MATERIALS

The Craft Gallery (at Floradale Nursery)

Tel/Fax: 043 748 2419 GIFTS, FINE ART & CRAFT MATERIALS, NEEDLEWORK, BEADS, SHEEPSKIN SLIPPERS, WALLPAPER, CHILDREN’S CRAFT KITS, ETHNIC GIFTS. EXCITINGLY DIFFERENT CHRISTMAS GIFTS, NATIVITY SETS AND TREE DECORATIONS

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Faeries and Fantasies Beautiful Christmas Gifts for teachers and friends, stocking fillers and christmas decorations.

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on presentation of this voucher 10 Donald Road, 043 726 7444 (opp Vincent Park Centre)

Travel Gear Tel: 043 726 1256 Vincent Park Centre

We wish all our clients a Blessed Christmas Antler luggage Lightweight and secure

Footwear Specialists Tel: 043 743 3375 Vincent Park Centre

Wedding Videos and Photography.

Studio Photography Tel: 043 726 2200 28 Pearce St, Berea, EL

What’s On in and around East London facebook page, will be updated daily throughout the holiday season with extra info on what to do, sea temps etc. Stay up to date with what happens around town.

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CHESS GALLERIA DEVEREUX AVE Tel: 043 726 0225 • studiobroder@telkomsa.net

Happy holidays to all and welcome to our visitors!

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Take a Drive Stay a While... this festive season...

www.wildcoastjikeleza.co.za

Take a Drive Stay a While...

The Wild Coast Jikeleza Route stretches from Gonubie, just outside East London, up to Chefane along the coast and Kwelerha in the Great Kei area.

The route can be comfortably completed in a day, although this is not nearly enough time to get a good feel for the area. www.wildcoastjikeleza.co.za

Driftwood Cottage - A Romantic Getaway Self-catering thatched cottage in Rainbow Valley. Relax and be inspired by driftwood, shells & nature.

Tel: 043 7374431 / 083 479 2750 www.driftwoodstudios.co.za info@driftwoodstudios.co.za

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Areena Holiday Activities Areena Riverside Resort is situated on the banks of the Kwelera tidal river, 23 km east of East London city centre.

Tel: 043 7343055 Areena Resort AmaZing Zing Zipline Tour. Enjoy a thrilling 9 line zipline experience. Limited to groups of 6 – 8 persons, from 12yrs old. R290 pp. Areena Riverside Resort 043 734 3055, booking essential.

17, 20 Dec: 2pm 21, 22, 26, 30 Dec: 9.30am 23 Dec, 2 Jan: 8.30am Quad bike Safari, 60 min through Areena Riverside Resort.

Limited space. Booking essential: 043 734 3055. R250pp, 14yrs and over.

17, 18 Dec: 4.30pm Areena Resort Guided Walking Safari hike, all ages welcome.

R65pp, booking essential 043 734 3055.

18, 29 Dec. 2pm Quad bike Safari, 20 min through Areena Riverside Resort. Limited space, booking essential 043 734 3055. R110pp, 14yrs and over.

19, 21, 24 Dec, 3 Jan: 8.30am Segway Glider Safari Tour at Areena Riverside Resort, limited space. Groups of 4 persons, R250pp.

Booking essential 043 734 3055 19, 30 Dec: 4pm 28 Dec: 8am 31 Dec: 11am 2 Jan: 3pm Areena Santa’s Elves Cruise. Dress up as an elf and join us for a cruise on the Kwelera River, booking essential. R70pp Areena Riverside Resort 043 734 3055 27 Dec: 11am Areena Resort Bird watching cruise. Join us for a cruise on the Kwelera River and look out for the fish eagle. R70pp, booking essential 043 734 3055.

28 Dec. 12pm Last cruise of the Year at Areena Riverside Resort, R70pp - booking essential 043 734 3055 31 Dec. 2pm

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Wednesday to Saturday: Open from 8.30am for breakfast, lunch, teas and cakes and dinner.

Sunday: Open from 8.30am for breakfast, lunch, teas and cakes.

Monday: Closed

Tel: 043 748 4840 www.countrybumpkin.co.za • info@countrybumpkin.co.za

What’s On in and around East London facebook page, will be updated daily throughout the holiday season with extra info on what to do, sea temps etc. Stay up to date with what happens around town.

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Markets every sunday.

Forest walk,jungle gym for the kids 20th Dec. 4pm Festive Food Fair Champagne New Yrs Day Brunch Delicious breakfasts, lazy lunches and decadent teas.

Open every day from 16 December to 5 January. 9am-5pm (Closed 24, 25, 31 Dec) Cintsa West 072 611 2367.

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Freebies TO ENTER ALL GIVEAWAYS: SMS your answer and your name to 083 388 9517 or mail to whatsonwin@gmail.com

WIN 2 double movie tickets with MOVIES @ Hemingways: Simply sms Movie and your name to 083 388

9517 or email to whatsonwin@gmail.com by Friday 13 December at 12 noon. Movie tickets must be collected from the What’s On offices in Nahoon.

RESTAURANTS AND COFFEE SHOPS

The Jade Garden Delicious Chinese Take-aways

17 Pearce Street, Berea, East London Hours: Tues - Fri: 11am - 8.15pm Sat: 11am - 2pm & 4.30pm - 8.15pm Sun: 11am - 1.30pm.

CLOSED ON MONDAYS Stockist of Chinese ingredients Tel: 043 721 0423 • Fax: 043 720 1314 • Cell: 083 282 8585

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Tel: 043 748 2200 • Behind Beacon Bay Guido’s Open 12 - 5pm • Monday - Friday

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Homemade Pies • Curry Bunnies • Chicken Mayo Rolls • Burgers • Lasagne Curry • Lamb Shanks • Cakes to order • Snack Platters • Pate • Garlic Butter Enquire about our pre-cooked meals Font is ShellyAllegroBT to order including Turkey and Gammon for Christmas

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RESTAURANTS AND COFFEE SHOPS Guido's Vincent RESTAURANT & TAKE AWAY

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Bookings only.

Lamb and Chicken

Local Craft Craft Beers Beers Spit Braai.

• • Local Christmas Lunch Bookings Now Open Cocktails • • Cocktails Tuesday Wine Wine Pairing Pairing Special Special • • Tuesday 043 726 6808 • Gluten Free Pizza Bases • Gluten Free Pizza Bases Mon - Sat: 11.30 - 22.00 Contact us on facebook.com/guidosvincent Sundays: 11.00 - 21.30 Devereux Ave, Paphos Park

Large selection of frozen seafood Take-away fish & chips and fresh salads Seafood platters available for private or corporate functions

Mon - Fri: 10am - 6.45pm Sat: 9am - 1pm Tel: 043 735 4114 • Old Transkei Rd

Open 7 days per week

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RESTAURANTS AND COFFEE SHOPS Open Wednesday nights R75pp carvery, Saturday nights fresh fish and a’la carte and Heron Loop Drive, Chintsa East

043 738 5226

www.chintsakitchen.co.za

Sunday lunches seafood buffet with carvery R139pp.

Bookings essential

Contact us for all your FUNCTION FOODS needs

043 721 2823 • cafebasil@telkomsa.net

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Indian meals

Shop 4, Checkers Nahoon Complex

Hours: Mon to Fri: - 10am to 15:30 - 16:15pm to 18:00 Sat: 10:30 to 14:00. Sun: 10:30 to 15:30 | Spices now available Daily specials: Monday: 2 mince roti rolls R45; Tuesday: quarter loaf sugar bean bunny chow R15; Wednesday: 500ml chicken breyani R30; Thursday: 2 chicken roti rolls R45; Friday: quarter loaf beef bunny chow R30; Saturday: large mutton curry and rice R140 serves 4.

Placing orders and contact number: 074 888 1666

Weekday Specials MONDAY: Pensioners Night TUESDAY: Large Margarita + two topping (1 Meat, 1 Veg) R46.90 WEDNESDAY: Kids eat FREE!! * *(Per eating adult, from kids menu) Gonubie Mall, Main Rd Tel: 043 740 1686

THURSDAY: Eisbein, Chips & Veg R55.90 Our famous Calamari main R44.90

Beacon Bay, Sherwood House Tel: 043 748 3995

SATURDAY: 500g T-Bone R84.90 500g Rump R99.90

We Deliver 7 days a week!!

SUNDAY: Large Margarita + two topping (1 Meat, 1 Veg) R46.90

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Opening hours for December:

Monday 23rd - 8am until 3pm • Tuesday 24th - 8am until 1pm Wednesday 25th - Closed • Thursday 26th - Closed Friday 27th - 8am until 3pm • Saturday 28th - 7.30am until 1pm Sunday 29th - 8am until 1pm • Monday 30th - 8am until 3pm Tuesday 31st - 8am until 1pm • Wednesday 1st Jan - Closed 54

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• Newly renovated • Best views in town • Mussel pot available • Fully equipped conference facilities

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Fri & Sat: 8am - 10pm.

Sun: 8am - 5pm.

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Question: What extreme activity does Glen Boyd Private Game Reserve offer that no other Game Reserve in South Africa does?

SMS your answer and your name to 083 388 9517 or mail to whatsonwin@gmail.com Closing date: 23 January 2014

Contact Manager Greg Dickson 082 679 6695 or gregdickson02@gmail.com • www.glenboyd.co.za

ACCOMMODATION

Situated between Haga-Haga & Morgan Bay

Umtendwe is a small private nature reserve with two self contained African-styled cottages. Come and experience the beauty and tranquility of the Wild Coast.

Booking enquiries: Contact Algy Kietzmann on email: algy.kietzmann@gmail.com Mobile phone: 072 225 7113 www.umtendwe.co.za

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60 Lower Main Rd, Gonubie, 5256 • Fax: 086 265 1341

Fully Furnished • DSTV • Secure Parking • 300m from Beachfront •Serviced Daily •Lapa or portable braai’s

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admin@thewhatson.co.za 043 735 2059 Swimming beaches: Orient Esplanade Nahoon Beacon Bay Gonubie Lifeguards on duty from 4.30am to 7pm To advertise call 079 594 2267 / 043 735 2059 / admin@thewhatson.co.za

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WHAT TO DO / WHERE TO JOIN ANN BRYANT ART GALLERY: Upper Oxford Street. Open weekdays 9.30 am – 5.00 pm; Sat 9.30 am 12.00 pm; Tel 043 722 4044. Entry free.

AQUARIUM: Esplanade. Open daily 9.00 am – 5.00 pm. Fish feeding daily 10.30 am; seal show daily at 11.30 am & 3.30 pm.

Tel 043 705 2637. Adults R28, Children (3-18) R17, Pensioners R17, Schools/groups R11 per learner.

CALGARY MUSEUM: 13 km from East London on Stutterheim Road. Fine collection of restored horsedrawn vehicles and a gypsy caravan. Open daily. 9 am-4 pm. R6 – Adults; R3 – Children; Tel 043 730 7244.

FORT GLAMORGAN: One of a chain of protective garrisons, built in 1848/9. The Powder Magazine is now a national monument. Tel 043 731 1610.

GATELY HOUSE: Bottom of Terminus Street or entrance through zoo. Home of E.L.’s first mayor – family heirlooms well preserved.

Open Wed & Thurs 8am - 4.30pm. Sun 11am 4pm. Admission by donation.

Tel 043 722 2141.

GERMAN SETTLERS MEMORIAL: Esplanade.

Commemorates the 1858/9 arrival of more than 2000 German men, women and children, who helped expand the settlement.

HOODPOINT LIGHTHOUSE: Open Mon, Wed, Fri 10am - 12pm; 1pm - 3pm. R12 adults, R8 pensioners, R6 children.

Reservations Tel 043 700 3056.

LIBRARY: Gladstone Street. Visitors welcome.

Open Monday - Thursday 9 - 6; Friday 9 - 5; Saturday 8.30 - 12.30. Tel 043 722 4991.

MUSEUM: Upper Oxford Street.

(Entrance and parking off Dawson Road.)

Open Mon-Thurs 9.30am - 4.30 pm; Fri 9.30am - 4pm. NOTE: The Museum is closed over weekends and public holidays until further notice. Tel 043 743 0686. Adults R15; Children R5; School groups R3pp. Pensioners R10.

Closed Good Friday, Christmas Day. MINIATURE TRAINS: Gonubie Farmers Hall.

Contact Clive Kirkland on 082 715 4422 E.L. ZOO: Open 365 days a year 9am - 5pm. Tel 043 722 1171. Colourful variety of animals, birds and reptiles in beautiful park surroundings. Refreshment kiosk. Adults R30; Children (3-18) R18; Special rates for Schools/ groups R12; Pensioners R18; Organised 1½ hour night walks (max 40 people) can be booked by phoning 043 722 1171.

THE BUFFALO VOLUNTEER RIFLES REGIMENTAL HQ AND MILITARY MUSEUM. Monday – Friday 9am – 3pm. Curator: Monday – Wednesday mornings only. No entrance fee, donations welcome. Cnr Fleet Street and Buffalo Street. 043 742 0677. Curator 082 749 4545 58

LIONS CLUBS: Cambridge: 3rd Wednesday 7pm. Highgate Hotel. Tel. 043 748 2790 Gonubie: 3rd Thursday 7.30pm.

Gonubie Golf Club. Mike Bridle Tel. 082 550 5283 Port Rex: 2nd Monday 7.30pm. 18 Muir St, Southernwood. Tel. 043 722 4541.

East London West: 072 639 2484 PORT REX VRYBURGERS: Tel Louis Jooste 043 748 2588 ROTARY INTERNATIONAL Arcadia: Mondays 12h30 for 1pm. Comrades Bowling Club, St David’s Rd, Selborne.

Beacon Bay: St Andrews Bowling and Croquet Club Glen Eagles Drive, Bunkers Hill.

6.30 pm Thursdays.

Bonza Bay: Blue Lagoon Hotel, Beacon Bay. 6.30pm Mondays.

East London: Fridays 12h45. Comrades Bowling Club. Tim Gane. 082 584 0483 Gately: Regent Hotel. 12h45 Tuesday.

Gonubie: Weekly, on a Tuesday 18h30 for 19h00 at Gonubie Hotel.

Sunrise: Berea Gardens Home.Cnr Chamberlain and Jarvis. 06h30 Mondays. Liezel 083 518 4009 ROTORACT (Ages 18-30) East London: Tel Claire 083 353 9254 Hamiltons Club, Clevedon Road. 5.30pm every 2nd Tuesday.

KAFFRARIAN RIFLES ASSOC. Serving all ex-members. Tel 043 742 0677.

SENIOR CITIZENS Berea Service Centre - 22 Facilities/ activities including a midday meal.

Tel 043 726 5319 Meals on Wheels - Social functions, meals.

Tel Dolly 043 735 2166.

Senior Citizens Association Montrose, 37 St. James Rd. Tel 043 722 1416.

Service Centre ACVV Eldorado Social functions, meals and health care.

Tel 043 743 5295.

Beacon Bay Craft Markets, every Sat @ Spargs, 8.30am - 12.00 pm Gonubie Craft Market, Gonubie Main, 1st, 2nd & last Saturday, 8.30am - 1pm.

Court Crescent Craft Market, Beach Front, every Sunday from 7.30am. Arts & Craft first & last Sunday from 7.30am to 1pm.

AREENA RIVERSIDE RESORT MARKET DAY. Every last Sunday of the month. 11am - 3pm.

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EVENTS 1 Dec. Market at Tea in the Trees from 9am to 2pm. Contact Kate on 072 611 2367 for more info.

Lifesaving Club, Nahoon Beach. Ages: 6yrs - 15yrs, cost: R120 per day. Contact Dean on 083 305 2590.

1 Dec. The Rotary Club of East London Sunrise will be hosting their bimonthly Carboot sale at 9am in the parking lot in front of Sparg, Beacon Bay. Lots of ‘previously loved’ items for sale with proceeds put towards the charity projects of the club. Contact Helen on 082 939 3039 for more information.

5-7 Dec. Cricket: CSA Provincial 3 Day. Border vs Gauteng at Buffalo Park Stadium. Free entry.

1 Dec. Avalon Market from 10am to 2pm. Deli food, gifts, tea garden, vintage, clothing and more. Avalon, Breezy Ridge, Kidds Beach. Contact Anet on 082 503 2555.

1 Dec. New Apostolic Church Advent Music Hour at the Orient Theatre from 3pm. Adults: R30, Children R20. Contact Ricardo on 078 380 8628 for more details.

1 Dec. Christmas Craft Fair at Thomas River Historical Village from 10am 4pm. No entry or exhibitors fee. Santa will be there, bring a wrapped gift with your child’s name for Santa to hand out. For more information contact 045 843 1504 or info@oldthomasriver.co.za 1 Dec. East London Cantata Choir presents Christmas Carols from 4pm at St Albans Church, Vincent. Conductor: Bruce Johnson, accompanist: David Finnamore. Free admission, retiring collection. All welcome.

2-3; 5-7 Dec. DRAMSOC’s aROCKalypse at Alexander Playhouse from 7pm.

Tickets: R80 from Lee Gold Music (bring own bar).

4 Dec. Mel’s Fun Farm open from 9am – 4pm. Contact Melanie on 082 258 0440 for more details.

5-6 Dec. Jonginenge KIDS HOLIDAY ADVENTURES at Nahoon Beach from 8am to 2pm. We provide a safe environment for kids to have fun, learn new skills and make friends, all during the time that they would normally be at school.

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5-7 Dec. CentreStage The Magnificent 7 at The Venue @Hemingways.

Tickets for all performances start at R120 and can be purchased through Computicket.

5-11 Dec. Mogg’s Pottery Holiday Pottery Programme, 2pm to 4pm.

R160 per day. Booking essential. Contact Eloise on 082 756 5734 for all the rates, booking and more details.

6 Dec. Kiddy Craft classes at Hobby Crafts. Booking essential, contact Lauren on 043 727 1297.

6-20 Dec. Beauty and the Beast at the Guild Theatre. Tickets range from R100 to R130 and is available from Computicket.

7 Dec. Kempston Hogsback Half Marathon 3km, 10km and 21.1km starting from 8am. Contact Sharon on 083 284 3781 for more details.

7 Dec. Stutterheim Farmer’s, Craft and Art Market at Eagle’s Ridge.

Contact Melanie on 083 357 0152 or go to www.stuttfarmmarket.co.za 7 Dec. Make your own Christmas cards workshop at Hobby Craft, Western Avenue Mall from 9am. Booking essential. Contact Lauren on 043 727 1297 for more information on cost and to book.

7 Dec. SPCA Christmas Market from 8am to 11am at SPCA gardens. This market will be specifically aimed at Christmas, gifts, eats etc., besides the normal stalls.

7 Dec. Almost New Baby and Children’s Market at Beaconhurst School Hall, 8am to 12pm. Entry fee: R10

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EVENTS 7 Dec. Border Birding. Christmas outing to Cove Rock Estate courtesy Chris Hart 043 7361037. Bring and braai. Depart Beacon Bay Library at 6am. Members only, Identity books to be shown at gate.

7 Dec. Markdag at Café Basil, 3 Tecoma Street from 9am to 2pm. Biggest Christmas Fair in Tecoma Street. Creative Living, syrups and jams, biltong, homemade pies, jewellery and gifts, décor and designer clothing. Contact 084 444 1122 for more details.

7 Dec. Old Mutual Wealth National Schools Waterpolo Tournament around East London. Eight pools in the Buffalo City area will host approximately 1600 competitors ( Girls and Boys) from the u13 – u19 age groups. The Joan Harrison Swimming Complex will be host of the U19 and U16 age groups. Matches will start at 7.30am at each venue every day. For all fixtures during the week go to www.swpsa.co.za website.

7 Dec. Moonlight Market in Chintsa West from 4pm – 9pm at Acacia Tree Nursery School (NPO). TOM’s CIRCUS & Magical craft market, Christmas craft activities, storytelling, wholesome food and lots of fun. In aid of our sponsorship program. www.acaciatreenurseryschool. org Contact Barbara on 072 680 8715 for more info or to book a stall.

7 Dec. GlowRun 5k Paint, Walk, Party from 7.30pm at Bunkers Hill sports fields, Stirling. Tickets cost R170 + admin fee until 27 November, after that the late registration cost is R200 + admin fee (individual tickets only). Tickets only available to those 14 and older (under 18’s must be accompanied by a parent) Tickets at www.facebook.com/glowrunsa or www.glowrun.co.za 8 Dec. Cricket: CSA Provincial 1 Day Border vs Gauteng at Buffalo Park Stadium.

Free entry 8 Dec. Market at Tea in the Trees from 9am to 2pm. Contact Kate on 072 611 2367 for more info.

8 Dec. East London Cantata Choir presents Christmas Carols from 4pm at St Johns Church, Oxford Str. Conductor: Bruce Johnson, accompanist: David Finnamore. Free admission, retiring collection. All welcome.

8 Dec. Don’t Dalla Wid Da Masala (Karou Charou) at The Venue @Hemingways from 8pm. Tickets available from Computicket.

9-13 Dec. Holiday Club at Little Sprouts from 8am to 12.30pm, ages 4-11 years. R350.00 per child for the week.

Contact Vicki 072 118 5558 or vicki@ littlesprouts.co.za for more info.

9-13 Dec. Jonginenge KIDS HOLIDAY ADVENTURES at Nahoon Beach from 8am to 2pm. We provide a safe environment for kids to have fun, learn new skills and make friends, all during the time that they would normally be at school.

We meet daily at the East London Surf Lifesaving Club, Nahoon Beach. Ages: 6yrs - 15yrs, cost: R120 per day. Contact Dean on 083 305 2590.

9-20 Dec. Holiday Club at Burnside Touch Farm. Half day 8am - 1pm is R90 per day; full day 8am - 4pm is R120 per day. These rates are inclusive of all meals, treats, juice, activities, baking, etc. You will just need to send a change of clothing each day. Contact Melody on 082 478 2949 for more details and to book.

11 Dec. Thys die Bosveldklong at Boeretroos Theatre. For bookings contact Lara on 072 225 7120.

13 Dec. Kiddy Craft classes at Hobby Crafts. Booking essential, contact Lauren on 043 727 1297.

13 Dec. Barry Hilton BEE Show (Best of Everything Ever) at The Venue @ Hemingways from 8pm. Tickets available from Computicket.

13 Dec. End of Year Facebook Friend party at Scouts Hall in Cambridge from 7.30pm to 11.30pm. Entry R50pp, bring own bar and snacks.

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EVENTS 13 Dec. Chris Chameleon at Boeretroos Theatre. For bookings contact Lara on 072 225 7120.

14 Dec. Powertex sculpture workshop at Hobby Crafts. Contact Lauren on 043 727 1297 for more info.

13-14 Dec. Dynamic Dance Academy presents Fusion 6. Friday at 7pm, Saturday at 2pm and 7pm at the Arts Theatre in Patterson St. Entry: Adults R40; Scholars R20. Contact Vicky on 073 941 6893 for more details.

14-23 Dec. Photos with Santa in the banking mall at Retail Park from 10am-1pm daily. Stand a chance to win prizes valued at R200 by placing your wish list in Santa’s postbox.

13-16 Dec. Gonubie Christmas Fair at Gonubie Sports Grounds. Beer tent, entertainment, 100+ stalls, SANBS Fun Walk (14th) and lots more. Entry: R10 adults, R5 kids u12. Contact Tim on 083 270 2564 for more details.

14 Dec. IDA Funduro at Fairfield IDA (between Indwe and Elliot R56. Take IDA turn and follow markers). Starts at 10am, registration at 9am. Routes 80km, 135km.

Entry: R200 adult, R100 children includes bike ride, breakfast, lunch, supper and a dance. Free camping. Bring own petrol.

Day and evening visitors: R100 adults, R50 kids (u10 free). Family packages available. Contact Charl on 082 877 5463 for more info.

14 Dec. Wildkei Music Festival on Bay View Farm, 5km from Kei Mouth. Presold tickets are R100, available from Lee Gold music, The Morgan Bay Hotel bar and various sellers closer to the time. Entry: R140 at the gate. There is a R60 camping charge per vehicle.

14 Dec. Christmas Craft Fair from 8am to 3pm at the Floradale Centre. All items on sale handmade. Contact The Craft Gallery on 043 748 2419 for more information.

14 Dec. La Leche League (Breastfeeding Support) meeting from 10am – 11.30am. Our meetings are usually an informal discussion time led by an LLL accredited mom with the focus on mother to mother support. Expectant moms very welcome (as are children). For further details call Rensche (078 277 7385) or Michelle (071 386 8502), or email breastfeedingel@gmail.com 64

15 Dec. Market at Tea in the Trees from 9am to 2pm. Contact Kate on 072 611 2367 for more info.

15 Dec. First Cheeky Monkeys Kiddies Christmas Market from 12pm - 5pm.

Hosted by Princes Lodge, 7 Princes Road Vincent. Adults R10 entry, kids are free.

Come and join us for a magical, family friendly shopping experience in a safe environment for kids to play and get into the holiday spirit. Arts, crafts, books, toys, clothing and jewellery. Come and deliver your wish lists to Santa himself.

Jumping castle, a mini Christmas movie theatre, Christmas carols and plenty of eats and sweet treats. Follow us on www. facebook.com/CheekyMonkeysInEL, and www.cheekymonkeysa.co.za. For stall enquiries please contact Sam 083 784 1558.

15 Dec. Visit the Gallery at Inkwenkwezi and get 10% discount on two dimensional artworks from 11am to 3pm.

Contact Stephanie on 072 238 0950.

15 Dec. Mr Cat and the Jackal Remmus Tour at Legends Showcase from 4.30pm. Mr Cat and The Jackal is a unique five piece multi-instrumental group often described as experimental acoustic folk whilst exploring blues, tango, pirate, Balkan and Irish themes. With a circus of sounds created by foreign and handmade instruments – their live performance calls for a complete theatrical experience.

Tickets R75; book at Lee Gold Music, Old Transkei Road.

15 Dec. Buyel`Ekhaya Pan African Music Festival at Buffalo Park cricket stadium from 2pm. Featuring Hugh Masekela, Angelique Kidjo, Oumou Sansare, Mafikizolo and many more! Tickets

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EVENTS R180 and available from Computicket.

contact Lara on 072 225 7120.

16 Dec. Local craft and fresh produce market at Yellowwood Forest Campsite in Morgan Bay from 9am-2pm.

A community-driven market aimed at attracting locals from East London and surrounds, encouraging them to purchase local produce and reduce their carbon footprint. Proceeds and donations go towards planting indigenous trees. Stalls are available at R25 per stall. December stalls are R50 - limited spaces. For more information contact: Candice on 043 841 1598 or email at info@yellowwoodforest. co.za

19 Dec. Philatelic meeting at Berea Gardens from 7pm. Contact Dave McWilliams on 082 898 7082 for more info.

16 Dec. Spitbraai at OppiePlaas.

R50pp. DJ Ossewa Live: R100pp.

Contact Erna on 083 703 1711 for more details.

20 Dec. Beading workshop held at Hobby Crafts. Contact Lauren on 043 727 1297 for more info.

16 Dec. Melâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Fun Farm market and family fun day from 9am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 3pm.

Contact Mel on 082 258 0440 for more details.

16 Dec. Carols by Candlelight at The Venue @Hemingways from 8pm.

Tickets available from Computicket.

19 Dec. Kiddy Craft classes at Hobby Crafts. Booking essential contact Lauren on 043 7271297.

19-21 Dec. Cricket: CSA Provincial 3 Day. Border vs Namibia at Buffalo Park Cricket Stadium. Free entry.

20 Dec. Festive Food Fair at Tea in the Trees from 4pm till late. Contact Kate on 072 611 2367 for more info.

20 Dec. Prime Circle at Numbers from 8pm. Contact the organisers on 083 252 2701 for ticket info.

20 Dec. Elvis Blue at Boeretroos Theatre. For bookings contact Lara on 072 225 7120.

16 Dec. Nadine at Boeretroos Theatre. For bookings contact Lara on 072 225 7120.

21 Dec. Market @ the Crossing.

Beacon Bay. For more info, please contact: candice.heuer@skg.co.za or go to https://www.facebook.com/ events/1413378258895902/

17 Dec. Ray Dylan at Boeretroos Theatre. Limited seats still available! For bookings contact Lara on 072 225 7120.

21 Dec. Joey Rasdien at The Venue @ Hemingways from 8pm. Tickets available from Computicket.

17-20 Dec. Jonginenge KIDS HOLIDAY ADVENTURES at Nahoon Beach from 8am to 2pm. We provide a safe environment for kids to have fun, learn new skills and make friends, all during the time that they would normally be at school.

We meet daily at the East London Surf Lifesaving Club, Nahoon Beach. Ages: 6yrs - 15yrs, cost: R120 per day. Contact Dean on 083 305 2590.

21 Dec. Eventpro presents the Areena Trail Run proudly brought to you by Motorland and Body Culture from 2pm. The event will have two main distances of 5km and 10km at the beautiful Areena Game Reserve Resort on the East Coast. The entry forms will be in stores 25 November 2013. Download entry forms also available at www.eventpro.co.za from 25 November.

18 Dec. Kiddy Craft classes at Hobby Crafts. Booking essential, contact Lauren on 043 727 1297 for more info.

22 Dec. Market at Tea in the Trees from 9am to 2pm. Charity 5km/15km/25km Run. Contact Kate on 072 611 2367 for more info.

18 Dec. Jakkie Louw & Kevin Leo at Boeretroos Theatre. For bookings

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EVENTS 22 Dec. Cricket: CSA Provincial 1 Day. Border vs Namibia at Buffalo Park Stadium. Entry free.

22 Dec. “Celebrating Coelacanths” Presentation in M C-L Hall, EL Museum, followed by “Meet Marge” in the Coelacanth Gallery. 11am and 3pm.

Free entry.

22 Dec. Visit the Gallery at Inkwenkwezi and get 10% discount on two dimensional artworks from 11am to 3pm.

Contact Stephanie on 072 238 0950.

22 Dec. Riaad Moosa: Doctors Orders at the Guild Theatre from 5pm. Tickets R150 and available from Computicket.

23 Dec. Kiddy Craft classes held at Hobby Crafts. Contact Lauren on 043 727 1297.

23 Dec. Local craft and fresh produce market at Yellowwood Forest Campsite in Morgan Bay from 9am-2pm.

A community-driven market aimed at attracting locals from East London and surrounds, encouraging them to purchase local produce and reduce their carbon footprint. Proceeds and donations go towards planting indigenous trees. Stalls are available at R25 per stall. December stalls are R50 - limited spaces. For more information contact: Candice on 043 841 1598 or email at info@yellowwoodforest. co.za 23 Dec. Children’s tours and behind the scenes at the museum. 10.30am and 2pm. Free entry.

Trees, starting at 6pm. Contact Kate on 072 611 2367 for more info.

27 Dec. Radio Kalahari Orkes at Boeretroos Theatre. Tickets: R120 & R100pp. For bookings contact Lara on 072 225 7120.

27-31 Dec. HAGA FEST 2013 at Oppie Plaas. It’s gonna be even more amazing!!!! Ian Roberts with the Radio Kalahari Orkes; Martin Bester with Kinky Robot; NYE Band. Children’s Fun Park. Mountain Bike Trail Ride, 4x4 Challenge. Boeresports, Braai & Cooking Competitions.

Beauty Pageant and Helicopter Rides.

Contact Erna on 083 703 1711 28 Dec. Local craft and fresh produce market at Yellowwood Forest Campsite in Morgan Bay from 9am-2pm.

A community-driven market aimed at attracting locals from East London and surrounds, encouraging them to purchase local produce and reduce their carbon footprint. Proceeds and donations go towards planting indigenous trees. Stalls are available at R25 per stall. December stalls are R50 - limited spaces. For more information contact: Candice on 043 841 1598 or email at info@yellowwoodforest. co.za 29 Dec. Market at Tea in the Trees from 9am to 2pm. Picnic Blues with Katy Raven in Forest Theatre starting at 3pm.

Contact Kate on 072 611 2367 for more info.

23-24 Dec. Jonginenge KIDS HOLIDAY ADVENTURES at Nahoon Beach from 8am to 2pm. We provide a safe environment for kids to have fun, learn new skills and make friends, all during the time that they would normally be at school.

We meet daily at the East London Surf Lifesaving Club, Nahoon Beach. Ages: 6yrs - 15yrs, cost: R120 per day. Contact Dean on 083 305 2590.

29 Dec. Goons Trail Run at Umnenga Lodge, Glen Eden. Start & finish @ Umnenga Lodge. Trail run or walk of about 10 km; fun beach run or walk 5 km. Start time is 8am for the 12 km trail walk/run; 8.15am for the 5 km fun walk/run. Entry fee: R70. Entries @ CYCLE HQ Nahoon until Saturday 28th December 2013 at 12noon. Late entries @ Umnenga Lodge at the start on the morning of race from 7am. For more info contact Frank on 083 339 8610 or Danie on 082202 5310.

27 Dec. Xmas Blues with Kathy Raven in the Forest Theatre at Tea in the

31 Dec. Retro 60s New Year’s Eve Foam party at Umnenga Lodge. Get

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EVENTS your tickets from 043 7343363 or info@ umnengalodge.com 6-10 Jan. Holiday Club at Little Sprouts from 8am to 12.30pm, ages 4-11 years. R350.00 per child for the week. Contact Vicki 072 118 5558 or vicki@littlesprouts.co.za for more info.

PARKRUN: every Saturday from 8am at Kidds Beach and Umnenga Lodge FLORADALE FINE ART GALLERY: Ongoing Exhibition “Poetic Licence” reflects new work by the Artists of the Floradale Fine Art Gallery.

Ann Bryant events: Ann Bryant Art Gallery, Main Gallery.

WSU B-TECH EXHIBITION: Opening 3- 12 December 2013 Walter Sisulu University BTech Fine Art students will be presenting their Portfolio Exhibitions later this year at the Ann Bryant Gallery in East London. The exhibition opening will take place at 6.30pm on Tuesday 3rd December, and will be open to the public until Wednesday 11th December. The six exhibitors are all from the Eastern Cape. Their works reflect on local issues that also have wider national implications. They are: Philasande Mejane, Mziwoxolo Makalima, Thembinkosi Qeqe, Namhla Ndlame, Bonga Sifumbe, and Siviwe Mfino.

Ann Bryant Art Gallery: Coach House Sandra Thomas solo exhibition. 21 November - 4th January 2014 I am an established fine artist, essentially a painter, but have not limited myself, and practice in many other mediums. I have been fortunate to have had access to many other aspects of art, including printmaking, ceramics, sculpture, photography and stained glass. My first loves are drawing and oil painting. I feel that drawing is not stagnant and is extremely versatile in its choice and use of materials and drawing tools, which allows for all kinds of experimentation.

Born in the Eastern Cape of South Africa I feel that the Eastern Cape landscapes have certain wildness. I don’t deliberately look for subjects, but rather journal my travels, mainly though Transkei and the Great Kei River regions, and now recently the North Eastern Cape and the Southern Drakensberg mountains, it is this untamed wilderness that I find challenging to tame. Each scene is either drawn on sight or photographed and worked on later in the day, and sometimes many years later in my studio. Although much of my work is landscape orientated, I am by no means solely a landscape artist, as can be seen by a visit to the gallery, also each work is unique and never repeated.

Floradale Fine Art Gallery: Ongoing exhibition “Poetic Licence” reflects new work by the Artists of the Floradale Fine Art Gallery.

Weekly events: Flea Market every Saturday in front of the Gonubie Library.

Beachfront Flea Market every Sunday on beachfront in front of the Osner Hotel.

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Extended trading hours from 6 December Funworld Inflatables with bumper carts and other rides outside the Food Court from 2-9 December Pollock’s Kodak Express Photos with Father Christmas in the Dome from Friday, 13 December Christmas Kids Zone with SNOW FUN in the Dome from Friday, 13 December Festive Gift Wrapping – the Dome Marlene Neumann / SPCA ‘Open your Heart this Christmas’ display, 16-22 December Rotary Tree of Joy

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WHERE TO WORSHIP ASSEMBLY OF GOD 72 Belgravia Cres., Southernwood Enquiries Tel 043 722 9710 - Pastor Robin Jakins. Services 9.30 am & 6.30 pm BAHÁ’Í FAITH, - E L: 8:30am Sundays, for venue telephone Dina, 084 622 4667.

Mdantsane NU 2 and NU7, details from Ernet, 043 762 1917.

CAMBRIDGE BAPTIST CHURCH 7 Hebbes Street - 9am Morning service & Children’s church and 6.30 pm Pastor John Koning.

CAMBRIDGE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Cambridge Presbyterian Church, 1 Renfrew St, Cambridge, Service: 9.00 am. Tel 043 7261393 CAMBRIDGE SEVENTH DAY ADV CHURCH 19 Dominion Street, Cambridge, Every Sat Services: 9am - Divine Service, 10h30 – Sabbath School & Bible Study. Pastor Kim Rowe-Rowe.

CHRISTIAN CENTRE EAST LONDON FAMILY OF CHURCHES Wyse Ave, Abbotsford Sunday morning meeting: 9:00am Tel: 043 726 8117 / Fax: 043 726 7940 For assistance: 076 226 9222 e-mail: info@christiancentre.co.za website: www.christiancentre.co.za CHURCHES OF CHRIST Gonubie. Lower Library Hall. Sunday at 4pm Tel 082 327 1570 Downtown. Coliseum on Caxton St Sunday at 9 am. Tel 084 771 8165 Buffalo Flats. 221 Greenpoint Road. Sunday at 10 am. Wednesday Bible Study at 7 pm.

Youth on Friday at 7 pm. Tel 078 749 7749 Mdantsane NU3. Sophakama P.S. Sunday at 11 am. Tel 078 536 1019 Mdantsane NU9. Nkqubela PS. Sunday at 11 am. Tel 072 941 8227 Baysville. Sunday at 10 am and 6.30 pm.

Bible Study for all ages Sunday at 9 am and Wednesday at 7 pm. Tel 076 530 6409 EAST LONDON ASSEMBLY Grens Primary School. Southernwood.

Services: Sun: 9.30am - Bible study, 6pm Breaking of Bread. Peter Michell: 082 662 2695/043 722 1520 (office) FIRST CITY BAPTIST CHURCH (Cnr. Oxford St. & Belgravia Crescent) Sunday Services: 9.30 am and 6pm. Pastor: Barry Thomas. Tel 043 722 4741 / 043 722 8662 GONUBIE BAPTIST CHURCH 2 Watsonia Cres Gonubie. Sunday service times 8:30am and 6:30pm at 2 Watsonia Crescent 10:00am at Gonubie High School. Pastor David Lock. Tel 043 740 3722 HEBRON CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP A family church, Selborne Primary School Hall Sunday at 9am. Contact: 083 789 4601 NEW HOPE FELLOWSHIP. Sunday Mornings 9:30 am.

Braelyn. Pastor John Shober 082 7368454.

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NAHOON METHODIST CHURCH 4 Kennington Rd. Nahoon Services: 8am (traditional style) 9.30am. (Family all-age worship) 7pm. (Youth & Young at heart) Minister: Andrew Els 043 735 1380 POWER HANDS OF GOD MINISTRIES Activities Sundays Service at 9 – 11, Saturdays 5pm Womens Meeting, Thursdays Miracle Service, Fridays 10pm all night prayers, End of the month prayers, And fasting when necessary. Call Pastor Busia on 073 550 4395 / Pastor Koleka Ntobongwana on 083 378 9226 / Mama Unathi on 073 838 0995. Upstairs Champions building Union Street, Next to kfc,Opposite Shoprite THE RIVER The River Sunday Morning Celebration 9am.

River Kidz Youth & Sunday School 9am. Tel: 0861 rivers (0861 748377) SEASIDE FAMILY CHURCH (GONUBIE) A church where people matter. Sundays at 9am & 6pm, Home Cells on Wed at 7pm & Youth on Fri at 7pm. Tel: 043 740 0320 or email info@seasidefc. co.za. 4 Watsonia Crescent, Gonubie. Pastor Dion Pfiffner.

ST. ALBANS ANGLICAN CHURCH 5 Durham Rd. Vincent Tel 043 726 7270.

Rev Mark Spyker. Sundays: 7am & 9am - Holy Eucharist. 9 am - Junior Church and Créche 6.30 pm - Informal Evening Service. Holy Communion: Tues 9.15 am. 2nd Sun Healing Services CHURCH OF ST. JOHN’S THE EVANGELIST 15 Lower Oxford St. Services in Traditional Style. Sundays: 7am (Said), 9am (Sung) Holy Eucharist. 9am Junior Church. 2nd Sunday of month @ 5pm Choral Evensong. Tel 043 722 7021 (h) Parish Office 043 722 8986.

ST NICHOLAS CHURCH (ANGLICAN, METHODIST, PRESBYTERIAN) 22 Pell Street, Beacon Bay Tel 043 748 6100 Services: 7.30 am & 9.30 am (English). 3.00 pm (Xhosa) ST MICHAELS ANGLICAN CHURCH 44 Smart Rd, Nahoon. Sat: 16:30 Holy Eucharist Sun: 8am – Holy Eucharist & Junior Church.

Revd Colin Leslie Tel: 043 735 1596 ST MATTHEW’S CHURCH OF ENGLAND IN SA. Morning service: Sundays 9am. Holy Communion 1st Sunday of month. Clarendon Prep Sccool, Cheltenham Rd. Rev. Glen Logan. Tel 043 726 7807 STIRLING PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Cecil Lloyd St., Stirling. 043 735 1214. Services: 7.30 am, 9.00 am and 6.30 pm VINEYARD CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Sunday mornings at 9:30am. Contact: 0837082705. Everyone welcome, come as you are and experience the Lord’s goodness and all that he has for you.

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