It’s official. The Son of Patricia is home! Global comedy heavyweight Trevor Noah has returned to SA for a very, very long overdue tour. He hits the stage at the Durban International Convention Centre on Saturday, September 9 at 6.30pm. Details: Tickets from R405 from quicket.co.za
Say hello to Spring with a splash of colour! Don’t miss Sip and Paint Durban … the perfect opportunity to sip on something refreshing and let your creativity bloom! The next exciting event – where talented artists will be on hand to guide you on your mission to create a masterpiece that captures the essence of this revitalising season – will be at Willow Way Manor in Assagay on Saturday, September 2 from 1pm. Details: Tickets from R550 from quicket.co.za
Babies R Us is calling on all soon-to-be and new moms to join them at their annual Mama Club event series, held in partnership with Parent Sense, designed to share the secrets to successfully navigating the journey of parenthood. Moms will have an opportunity to join the full day events which include important postpartum topics like returning to work, the importance of pelvic health, reading your baby’s cues, introducing solids, mental health awareness, and relationships with your partner and family. This is particularly suited to moms in their fourth trimester or who’ve recently given birth, offering them an opportunity to meet new friends, share insights, get advice and enjoy a delicious lunch. This year’s Durban event will be held on October 6 at Talloula Botha’s Hill. Tickets are R200 each and include a goodie bag packed with baby essentials. Details: babiesrus.co.za/mama-club
In honour of Heritage month, local muso Siki Jo-An will be touring South Africa. Dubbed The Intimate Concert with the African Queen, the tour will boast a series of concerts at small venues during which Siki Jo-An will introduce her album by taking audiences on an acoustic African music journey with her powerful voice accompanied by instruments such as uhadi, djembe, shakers, piano and guitars. She will be joined by Qaqambile Qingana on piano and Cwenga Mbele on bass guitar. Don’t miss this amazing experience at the KZNSA Gallery on Friday, September 8 at 7 PM. Tickets from R150 from quicket.co.za
If you’re an advocate for organ donation, here’s a worthy fundraiser for you. The Renal Care Society of South Africa, in conjunction with Run/Walk for Life, is hosting a Kidney fun run/walk. The theme is Superheroes, and the first 200 entrants at the event will receive a free goodie bag. All funds raised will go towards bursaries for renal nurses and clinical technologists The distance for one lap is 3.2km and entrants can do one or two laps. Arrival and Registration (R150 a person) is at 7am, and the race starts at 7.45am. Greyville Racecourse, Saturday, September 9. Details: Early bird registration via quicket.co.za
Give a little. Get involved.
Have you been thinking about helping a great cause lately, but aren’t quite sure where to start? We know of a really kind way for you to make a difference … a very small and easy commitment! Introducing the #JFF100Club. While everyone goes about their daily lives, an estimated 11 lives are falling victim to rape and sexual assault every hour. By pledging just R100 a month, if you are in a position to do this, you will be helping the foundation reach their target of 400 rape comfort bags every month, help over 200 more victims with trauma counselling services, keep their doors open for another year, and ensure that their awareness, empowerment and support initiatives can continue to run for those who need it most. Don’t underestimate how far one small act of kindness will go. How do you pledge? Simply visit jff.org.za/donate, click on “Subscribe now” with PayFast, safely enter your details, and share with your family and friends to help them reach more champions like you.
