FRIDAY 11 AND SATURDAY 12 OCTOBER
Stellenbosch: Comedian Dr Riaad Moosa riffs on current events, his personal life and his search for meaning in a very chaotic world when he brings his stand-up comedy showcase to the Drostdy Theatre. Moosa delves into the complexities of modern life with his signature blend of humour and insight. Tackling big philosophical questions through the lens of everyday family chaos, the funnyman explores the stress and absurdity of trying to find meaning in a world that often feels overwhelming. With sharp wit and relatable anecdotes, Moosa brings the audience on a journey through the joys and challenges of parenthood, marriage and the relentless quest for purpose in a fast-paced, ever-changing world. The shows start at 20:15 on both days. Tickets, available online through Webtickets, cost R210 each. Visitwww.drostdyteater.co.za for further details.
SATURDAY 12 OCTOBER
Stellenbosch: The 14th annual Stellenbosch Pageant will take place at the Stellenbosch Town Hall. Competing categories range from Tiny, Toddler, PreTeen, Teen, Senior and even Mrs categories with 40 finalists that will be vying for these crowns. Each finalist will strut their stuff one last time in front of an esteemed panel of judges, in evening attire, where the new ambassadors will be crowned. For more information about the event, or to become a partner in terms of sponsorship, contact pageant director Enigma von Hamburg on pageants@evhempire.co.za or send a WhatsApp message to 078 515 9645.
SUNDAY 13 OCTOBER
Faure: Vergenoegd Löw will host a plethora of activities in October, celebrating wine, food, music and community. Visit the farm from 12:00 to 14:00 on Sundays to celebrate Spring. The Vergenoegd Löw Homestead Wine Lounge will be open until 17:00. Live music will be presented by guitarist Riaan Nieuwenhuis on 13, 20 and 27 October. To book or for more information, visit vergenoegd.co.za.
DONDERDAG 17 OKTOBER
Stellenbosch: Circle for Natural Aid to Life bied aan ’n gesprek met Melanie Jacob, Ph.D. en Hinrich Jacob by die LifeShine Wellness-sentrum (op die hoek van Klein Helderbergweg en die R44, Stellenbosch) om 18:30. Toegang is gratis, maar donasies is welkom. Vir meer stuur ’n epos na south-africa@bruno-groening.org.
Stellenbosch: The monthly meeting and speakathon of Stellenbosch Toastmasters will be held at Erfurthuis at 37 Ryneveldt Street at 18:30. The meeting is open to the public. For more information, contact Thamu on 076 606 0038 or stellenboschtoastmasters@gmail.com.
Stellenbosch: Stellenbosch Alcoholics Anonymous as well as the Al-Anon group meet in the rooms of the Stellenbosch Baptist church at 6 Merriman Avenue every Thursday at 19:30.
VRYDAG 18 OKTOBER
Stellenbosch: Circle for Natural Aid to Life bied aan ’n dokumentêre film by die LifeShine Wellness-sentrum (op die hoek van Klein Helderbergweg en die R44, Stellenbosch) tussen 17:30 en 21:30. Toegang is gratis, maar donasies is welkom. Vir meer stuur ’n epos na south-africa@bruno-groening.org.
SATERDAG 19 OKTOBER
Pniël: Die ATKV-onderwysafdeling en die Afrikaanse Onderwysnetwerk (AON) vier onderwysers en gee erkenning aan die uitnemende werk wat deur onderwysers oor die wêreld heen gedoen word deur ’n glansgeleentheid aan te bied. Die geleentheid beloof om onderwysers te bederf met optredes van sprekers, gaskunstenaars en ’n driegangmaaltyd. Beperkte kaartjies is nog beskikbaar. Bel André Hendricks, die projekorganiseerder by ATKV-onderwys, by 082 411 1333 vir besprekings en meer.
Somerset-Wes: Die Stellenbosse musikante Bennie van Eeden (pianis) en Winand Grundling (orrelis) tree saam met die Klassieke Klanke-orkes en Canticum Novum-koor by die NG Helderberg-kerk in Firmount-weg op. Hermanus Schmidt en Paul Lessing is ook deel van die konserte wat om 10:30 (Saterdag) en 16:00 (Sondag 20 Oktober) plaasvind. Toegang is gratis, maar skenkings word verwelkom. Enige kinders wat deel van die opvoering van “Prince of Egypt” en “You Raise Me Up” wil wees, kan ’n e-pos na helderbergconcerts@gmail.com stuur.
SATERDAG 26 OKTOBER
Devonvallei: Die Geestelike Ambassadeurs vir Jesus Christus bied om 18:00 die gospel extravaganza, volume 2 by Laerskool Devonvallei aan. Plaaslike gaskunstenaars sal te same met die musikant Evangelis Dawid Claasen asook bekende Psalmdigers soos Remalia Esau, Wildene Bosman, Marchelle van Wyk, Granville Abrahams en meer, optree. Apostel Jerome Skippers is die aand se seremoniemeester. Kaartjies kos R60 en R30 vir kinders (gr.1 to gr.7) by die deur. Daar sal ook ’n gelukstrekking wees. Rig alle navrae aan die leraar-egpaar Gurton en Mandy Engelbrecht by 081 067 7516 of 084 038 9961.
Stellenbosch: The annual general meeting of the Cloetesville Community Policing Forum is taking place at 11:00 at StellCare on the Helshoogte Road. All relevant role-players in Cloetesville and Ida’s Valley are welcome to attend the meeting. For more information contact André van der Westhuizen on 074 887 3375, Lt Col Monique Fortuin on 082 411 2911, or WO Zenobia Sedeman on 082 411 2915.
SONDAG 27 OKTOBER
Stellenbosch: Luna Paige tree om 15:00 by die Daisy Jones-kroeg op die Summerhill-landgoed as deel van haar Tuiskoms-toer op. Die konsert bied musiekliefhebbers die geleentheid om haar musiek in sy mees outentieke en rou vorm te ervaar. Haar twee nuutste albums, Dis die dors en Harmony, asook spesiale Luna Paige-notaboeke sal ná die vertoning te koop wees. Die deure open om 13:00. Kaartjies, teen R175 elk, kan aanlyn by Quicket gekoop word.
TUESDAY 29 OCTOBER
Stellenbosch: The annual general meeting of the Stellenbosch Community Policing Forum is hosting its annual general meeting at 18:30 at the Stellenbosch Police Station. For more information contact Captain Nathalie Martin on 082 469 1351.
FRIDAY 8 TO SUNDAY 10 NOVEMBER
Grabouw: The annual Outdoor and Adventure Expo is back at the Elgin Sports Club. The event features the latest outdoor and adventure lifestyle vehicles and equipment and is aimed at the whole family. This includes regular and off-road caravans, 4×4 off-road vehicles, crossover vehicles and sports utility vehicles as well as camping and other equipment for a holiday or lifestyle in nature. Numerous other exhibitors will also be involved, including food, coffee and wine exhibitors, a beer garden and much more. The expo is not just another show or a flea market; it is a full-blooded outdoor and adventure expo for the whole family. Tickets are on sale at TicketPro and the full programme can be seen at www.lrclassic.com.
