Glenvista Gold Day Club presents a golf day fundraiser for Reece Geldenhuys and Nwabo Miles Gxumisa to represent South Africa in touch rugby in Ireland. The fundraiser will be on June 5. A four-ball is R2 500. Packages include holes 1 and 10 for R3 000; holes 4, 8, 13 and 15 for R2 500; the rest of the holes for R2 000 and putting green for R2 500.
This includes a halfway meal and dinner. Join them on the day in support of Reece Geldenhuys, deputy head boy of Alberton High, with an impressive sports resume participating in athletics, swimming, cross country, rugby and touch rugby, and Nwabo Miles Gxumisa, a versatile athlete playing multiple sports including chess, tennis, rugby, and touch rugby.
Details: Francois 068 572 5187.
South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG) continues its commitment to supporting mental health by reaching out to communities. SADAG has launched an in-person support group for those affected by the emotional challenges of post-breakup, divorce and separation.
Join them on the first and third Thursday of every month at the Synergy Centre, 81 Jackson Street, Brackenhurst, Alberton. Meetings for June will be hosted on June 5 and 18 from 6pm to 7.30pm.
This group provides a safe and confidential space where members can share their experiences, connect with others, and receive support at a pace that each individual is comfortable with. The aim is to provide people with a safe space to heal, find peace, share experiences, and grow. This service is free of charge and is available to all community members. The group will be facilitated by a registered counsellor.
Details: Michael 072 688 3531.
Share some warm Winter love with the Alberton SPCA and help them with their Winter blanket drive.
With the onset of winter, the Alberton SPCA is in dire need of blankets for their kennel dogs. Their blanket storeroom is almost empty, and they are appealing to the community to please donate unwanted and clean blankets. Drop-offs can be made at the SPCA, Monday to Friday, between 8am and 4.30pm, and on Saturdays between 8am and 12 noon, at the Lincoln Road, General Alberts Park.
Details: 011 907 1568.
With last year’s competition drawing 1 500 entries, this year’s Legends Are Made Season Three sure is not to be missed. Founded by professional dancers Duerell Delano de Pontes of Benoni and Chanel Jacobs of Boksburg, the competition is back on June 14, 15 and 22 at Woodlands International College. International adjudicator Angelik Meyer will attend.
Last year, the competition saw entries from as far as Cape Town, Limpopo and North West to vie for the titles in categories from as young as four to masters. Angelik will adjudicate on June 15 and will also host an international workshop on June 16.
She boasts an impressive resume, including being a 13-time French amateur and professional Latin champion, a two-time German professional Latin champion, the European showdance Latin champion and a finalist in the Blackpool professional Latin competition.
Tickets for spectators are available at R200 per person, pensioners R100, children under 11 R100, and children under the age of three get free entry.
Details: Duerell 071 475 6576 or follow Legends Are Made on Facebook and Instagram.
For the first time on their stage, Peoples Theatre is delighted to announce they will be producing Matilda The Musical Jr, based on the beloved book by Roald Dahl. The multi-award-winning musical will be on stage at the Peoples Theatre from June 10 to July 27, the best way to chase away the winter blues.
Matilda is the tale of a brilliant little girl with telekinetic powers. She has an unhappy life with her parents. Matilda’s parents believe she is a nuisance, while she thinks they are only interested in watching television.
Life at school isn’t much better thanks to the monstrous headmistress Miss Trunchbull. Then she decides it’s time to teach the grown-ups a lesson. This is an enchanting tale that delves deeper into Roald Dahl’s themes of self-empowerment and finding one’s true self.
Matilda features the spectacular combination of Dahl’s plucky heroine, a moving script by writer Dennis Kelly and hilarious words and music by Australian comedian Tim Minchin, which makes this a treat your children will remember forever. Adults will also enjoy and appreciate the show’s clever humour and word-play just as much as the children.
With catchy original songs, it’s pure magic from scene to scene. Book early to avoid disappointment.
Details: 011 877 6841 or email info@peoplestheatre.co.za or book online at www.joburgtheatre.com
Monthly events at Melville Koppies are a great drawcard for the community. The second Sunday of the month (June 14) is storytelling, and the last Sunday of the month (June 28) is an 8km guided hike.
These events continue to attract visitors to Melville Koppies, leaving lots of smiling, happy faces. Once you’ve visited, the Koppies will weasel its way into your heart and you’ll be back again to explore on your own.
Melville Koppies opens every Sunday morning from 8am to 11.30am. Book a personalised guided tour to learn more about the grasslands, heritage and more, on a day that suits you. Self-guide yourself on a hike from 500m to 5km.
Charge is R100per person, R50 for U18s and those under the age of five enter for free. Safe parking opposite the entrance to Melville Koppies at Marks Park Sports Club in Judith Road, Emmarentia. All income is used for the conservation of the Koppies.
Details: 079 532 0083 or email: wendavid@mweb.co.za or visit www.mk.org.za #melvillekoppies
Master the art of sushi-making with perfectly crafted sushi rolls, and snack on addictive edamame beans sprinkled with sea salt to get your taste buds ready. For the main, you’ll experience the magic of creating this iconic ramen with a rich broth and tender noodles. Then indulge in Mochi ice cream.
Your Food Jams chef host will guide you through each step, you’ll discover the harmony and precision that make Japanese cuisine so special at Feastivity in Emperors Palace. Tie your aprons and prepare to dive deep into the heart of Japanese cuisine. It’s going to be an evening of discovery, flavour, and fun.
Details: www.foodjams.co.za
06 – One thing is sure, a feast awaits at the celebration of International Cognac Day with a flavour-packed cooking adventure.
Discover bold pairings, stir up delicious dishes, and toast to good times with a splash of something special. Salut! Ready to turn up the heat? Welcome to the Cognac-infused Food Jam at Feastivity in Johannesburg, where rich flavours, spirited sips, and culinary creativity collide.
Dive into a deliciously indulgent evening of cooking, tasting, and pairing featuring Cognac in all its golden glory. This food jam is all about unforgettable flavour.
Details: www.foodjams.co.za
14 – The SA Wildlife & Rehabilitation Centre will be hosting a fundraiser at the Barnyard Theatre at Emperors Palace on Saturday, June 14.
The centre is permitted by the Department of Nature Conservation to rehabilitate sick, injured and orphaned indigenous wildlife to return them to their natural habitat in a safe environment.
The centre handles about 6000 cases annually, and they rely solely on the generosity of the public to cover expenses. Support this worthy cause and make sure to book your tickets for More than a Feeling – Greatest Rock Anthems. Cost: R235 per person.
Shows starts at 19:00. Details: Jenette
