St Valentine declared February the month of love and as such romantics across the country will be looking for new and exciting ways to spoil their loved ones. Laborie Wine Farm regarded as one of the precious jewels in the Winelands, situated in the heart of Paarl, and surrounded by the majestic Drakenstein Mountains, offers the perfect setting to celebrate this much loved festivity. To celebrate the month of love all ladies visiting the Laborie Lazy Days Market on Saturday, 11 February will receive a delicious glass of Laborie Méthode Cap Classique to sip and savour whilst leisurely browsing the stalls or simply relax and unwind on the immaculate and sprawling lawns. The popular lifestyle market takes place every Saturday from 09h00 until 14h00, offering visitors an exciting and varied selection of lifestyle goods. These include freshly baked breads, coffee, cheese, olives, honey, charcuterie and other exciting fresh local produce exhibitors. Although the primary focus is food, there promises to be something for everyone, from mouth watering food stalls to arts and craft stalls, as well as ample kiddies entertainment. The market has been up and running for a year now, and as such Laborie has gained popularity as the ideal meeting place in Paarl. Known as the ‘neighbourhood farm in the centre of Paarl’, it is the perfect opportunity for family and friends to enjoy a Saturday morning in a scenic and relaxed setting. Should you wish to spoil your loved one on the actual date then look no further than the recently launched Harvest At Laborie restaurant, headed up by highly acclaimed chef Matthew Gordon. A special menu, at R245 per person, has been conceptualised for Valentine’s Day on the 14th of February, which includes a modern day Prawn cocktail for starters, delicious grilled free range Karoo rump for mains and a choice of warm, soft chocolate tart or raspberry Parfait for dessert. A vegetarian starter and main is also available. Freshly brewed coffee and homemade Belgian chocolates end off the perfect romantic dinner. Contact Yolanda Prinsloo at the restaurant on 021 807 3095 or yolanda@laboriewines.co.za to make your reservation. Laborie produces some of the best Méthode Cap Classique bubblies; an array of award-winning wines as well as an estate brandy. Visitors can stay overnight in the tranquil guest house or enjoy a delicious meal at the recently launched Harvest at Laborie.
Venue:
Laborie Wine Farm
Contact details:
For more information visit www.laboriewines.co.za or join our Facebook page for regular updates.

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Type of Event: Outdoors, Other

A luxurious Valentines Day treat in aid of the Newborns Groote Schuur Trust will take place at 1800 Degrees restaurant. A five-course wine paired menu, auction of magnificent items, lucky draws, entertainment (including Liezel van der Westhuizen as MC) will make for an unforgettable experience - all in aid of a good cause.
Venue:
1800 Degrees restaurant at the Cape Royale Luxury Hotel and Spa
Contact details:
(021) 430 0506 / info@18hundreddegrees.com

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Time: 19h00
Entrance: R495
Type of Event: Charity

With Valentine’s Day around the corner what better way to spoil your loved one than with a visit to the picturesque and romantic Franschhoek Wine Valley. Be it a weekend away, an overnight stay or a special lunch, Franschhoek is the perfect place to be! Known as one of South Africa’s leading wine destinations and Gourmet Capital, wine farms and fine dining establishments in and around the valley will be taking full advantage of Valentine’s Day with something extra special. Make the most of your celebration by spending the night (or weekend) where you’ll be spoilt for choice with accommodation ranging from choice bed and breakfasts to boutique hotels. Spoil your loved one by stocking up on the finest handmade chocolates, superb Méthode Cap Classiques and other delightful Valentine’s gifts. And wait there is more! Should you decide to make it a weekend or overnight stay during the weekend of 11th and 12th February, a meal that weekend or even on Valentine’s Day, you stand the chance of winning your experience again, to be enjoyed later in the year. Simply email your details to office@franschhoek.org.za and confirm where in Franschhoek you’ll be celebrating Valentine’s Day. If you're the winner, we will make your return booking for you!
Venue:
Franschhoek Wine Valley
Contact details:
For a full range of Valentine’s offerings visit www.franschhoek.org.za.

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Entrance: refer to website for details
Type of Event: Other

Want Prince Charming to sweep you off your feet this Valentine’s Day? Then look no further than Waterkloof Estate outside Somerset West – complete with white horses amidst its vines, eagerly taking bio-dynamic farming in their stride – where an exclusive six course dinner, fit for a fairy tale, will woo the senses on Tuesday, 14 February. Chef Gregory Czarnecki’s exquisite Degustation Menu comprises six contemporary dishes each served with a matching wine. Waterkloof Estate is located outside Somerset West on the M9 Sir Lowry’s Pass Village Road.
Venue:
Waterkloof Wine Estate
Contact details:
Tel: 021 858 1491 or restaurant@waterkloofwines.co.za

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Time: 19h00
Entrance: R450-R550
Type of Event: Other

Take the love of your life to PARIS on the 14th of Feb! Enjoy a three-course meal, a botle of wine AND a live performance for only R450 per couple!
Venue:
Ella's Bistro, Devon Place, Koelenhof
Contact details:
Jaco Nothnagel, 0218652028 or 0823070491

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Time: 19:30 for 20:00
Entrance: 450 per couple
Type of Event: Music, Theatre, Other

Indulge in the evening splendour of the Boland with your loved one this Valentines’ Day, 14 February 2012, while enjoying an open-air screening of the beautiful love story - The Notebook- at Rhebokskloof Wine Estates’ scenic Theatre on the Lake. The Notebook (PG 13 S), is a classic story of thwarted love, a rich-and-poor social divide and unrequited emotions withstanding the passage of time. It stars Ryan Gosling, Rachel McAdams, Gena Rowlands and James Garner.
Venue:
RHEBOKSKLOOF WINE ESTATE
Contact details:
021 869 8386.

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Time: 19:30PM
Entrance: R69
Type of Event: Theatre, Outdoors

The Delft Big Band under the leadership of Virtual Jazz Reality front man, Ian Smith plan to take you on a musical journey into the purity of true love as you celebrate the day of love with the one you love. Ian's dream of keeping these kids off the streets and arming them with the skill of making music and public performance is guaranteed to be a heart-warming experience for all who attend.
Venue:
Cape Town International Convention Centre
Contact details:
Bevan Chetty : 082 881 5509

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Time: 8:30pm
Entrance: R120 - R250
Type of Event: Music, Bandstand

All over the world, February is the month dedicated to lovers who celebrate Valentine’s Day on Tuesday 14 February. Ambassador of the French chanson Danièle Pascal will take you on a romantic musical journey with her new exciting show Colours of Love staged under the stars at the Backsberg wine estate on the Franschhoek wine route,. The repertoire is filled with magical melodies and lustrous lyrics from the pens of Cole Porter, Charles Aznavour,Eartha Kitt, Jacques Brel, Nana Mouskouri, Michel Legrand…. French ballads, jazz standards and some of her own compositions, all interspersed with humorous anecdotes drawn from her colourful career. She is accompanied by musical director, Pieter van Helslandt on piano and vocals. They have been collaborating on many musical projects including cabarets, plays and musical dramas and are currently working on a new album. Indeed a classy collaboration.
Venue:
Backsberg Wine Estate
Contact details:
Lee-Ann 082 495 2006

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Time: 19h00 - 19h30
Entrance: R250
Type of Event: Music

Ambassador of the French chanson Danièle Pascal will take you on a romantic musical journey with her new exciting show Colours of Love . The repertoire is filled with magical melodies and lustrous lyrics from the pens of Cole Porter, Charles Aznavour,Eartha Kitt, Jacques Brel, Nana Mouskouri, Michel Legrand…. French ballads, jazz standards and some of her own compositions, all interspersed with humorous anecdotes drawn from her colourful career. She is accompanied by musical director, Pieter van Helslandt on piano and vocals
Venue:
BACKSBERG ESTATE
Contact details:
0824952006

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Time: 19h00
Entrance: R250 include Al Fresco dining and wine
Type of Event: Music

Die Paarlse troebadoer Craig Scott tree op in ‘n piekniekkonsert by die Tuinteater van die Afrikaanse Taalmonument in die Paarl op Valentynsdag
Venue:
Afrikaanse Taalmonument, Paarl
Contact details:
021 872 3441 Amira Clayton

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Time: 19h30 till 22h00
Entrance: R25
Type of Event: Music, Theatre, Outdoors, Bandstand

Goeie nuus vir die Kaapse ondersteuners van die gewilde Afrikaanse sangeres Jennifer Zamudio, wat ook onlangs haar nuutste en agtste cd “Die lewe is ‘n liedjie” vrygestel het. Jennifer gaan gedurende Februarie vir ‘n tweede keer in die Kaap toer met die nuwe cd. Haar toer aan die einde van verlede jaar was so gewild dat ondersteuners en organiseerders van venues haar weer terug genooi het. Maar die keer kring die toer weier uit na ook die Oos, Suid en Wes-Kaap. Met ‘n nuwe klank, vars lirieke en vrolike ritmes wat jou hande en voete behoorlik gaan laat jeuk van pure lekkerte, beloof Zamudio se “Die lewe is ‘n liedjie” Toer om al jou verwagtinge te oortref! Jennifer is alom bekend vir haar positiewe gesindheid, opgewekte persoonlikheid en lewendige optredes. Maak seker jy koop die keer jou kaartjies vroegtydig vir hierdie optredes.
Venue:
Boeretroos Teater, Oos-Londen
Contact details:
072 225 7120 (Lara)

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Time: 20:00
Entrance: R80
Type of Event: Music

Trilogy Music is proud to present the Trilogy Jazz Band performing at the Alpenstube Hout Bay German Restaurant this Valentines Day, Tuesday 14 February 2012, from 7 - 10pm. Join acclaimed pianist Muriel Marco on keys, Charne Groenmeyer on bass and drummer Toni Paco as they perform jazz standards and ballads from the Great American Songbook. There is no cover charge and a delicious menu will be available. Contact Alpenstube on 021 790 2059 for more information. Find Alpenstube at 28 Victoria Avenue, Hout Bay.
Venue:
Alpenstube Restaurant, 28 Victoria Avenue, Hout Bay
Contact details:
Alpenstube on 021 790 2059

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Time: 19:00 - 22:00
Entrance: No cover charge
Type of Event: Music

Enjoy an evening of romance under the stars at Peter Falke Wines this Valentine's Day. Helena Hettema will set the mood with her beautiful solo performance of Piaf and other French legends, while you relax with your sweetheart in our candlelit garden. You're invited to bring your own picnic baskets & blankets. A special Valentine's offering of our range of wines will be available for purchase throughout the evening. We regret: No alcohol to be brought onto our grounds.
Venue:
Peter Falke Wines, Annandale Rd, Stellenbosch
Contact details:
Telephone: 021 881 3677 info@peterfalkewines.co.za

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Time: 7pm - late
Entrance: R120pp
Type of Event: Music, Outdoors

Die uitreiking van haar eerste album11 jaar gelede het die verbeelding van beide kritici en die publiek aangegryp met die enkelsnit “Afrikaners is plesierig” daarop. Die liedjie het een van die heel grootste Afrikaanse treffers geword en Karen Zoid Suid Afrika se koningin van rock. Elf jaar en vyf solo-albums later met ‘n splinternuwe Afrikaanse album, Zoid Afrika, op pad. (Bekendstelling einde Maart) Kom luister na die eerste voorskou van songs van haar nuwe album en ‘n paar love songs vir Valentynsdag.
Venue:
Die Boer Restaurant Teater- Durbanville
Contact details:
021 979 1911

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Time: 20:30
Entrance: R125-00
Type of Event: Music

The Masque Theatre, Muizenberg presents an adaptation for the stage of John Hughes’ iconic 1985 movie of the same name. Five young people with nothing in common are forced to spend a day together. Inevitably verbal, emotional & physical sparring ensues as the group transforms and new relationships are forged. What will happen to them when the day is over? The underlying themes are still relevant today, and the production incorporates a new scene & original dialogue not present in the movie. This is a show best suited for anyone who’s ever been a kid or been to high school.
Venue:
Masque Theatre 37 Main Road, Muizenberg (Next to False Bay Railway Station)
Contact details:
Bookings: (021) 788 1898 Theatre: (021) 788 6999

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Time: Weeknights 8pm. Sat: 2.30 & 6.30pm
Entrance: R55 - R65
Type of Event: Theatre

Habeas Corpus, is a comedy set in Brighton in the 1960s. Here the lust and longing of the permissive society has well and truly taken hold of the apparently respectable Wicksteed family. With a succession of characters ranging from a rampant doctor and a randy vicar to a frustrated flat-cheasted spinster and a baffled domestic cleaner, this rollicking farce is as saucy and English as a seaside postcard...
Venue:
The Playhouse Theatre, Lourensford Rd, Somerset West
Contact details:
Ann Coetzee 082 678 9077

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Time: 8pm week days & 6.30pm on Saturdays, 2.30pm Sunday
Entrance: R50 - R60
Type of Event: Theatre

The Cape Town City Ballet will be performing TWO BALLETS at the Maynardville Open-Air Theatre, situated in Maynardville Park, Wynberg. The spectacular green wooded park has earned it the repution for is one of the best-loved outdoor theatre venues in the Cape Region. This is a diverse programme, taking the audience from the delightfully wistful SOLITAIRE to the quirky and charming classic, GRADUATION BALL.
Venue:
Maynardville Open-Air Theatre
Contact details:
021-6504673

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Time: 20h15
Entrance: R110 - R130
Type of Event: Theatre

AT DAMELIN CT CITY CAMPUS**REGISTRATIONS STILL OPEN**
Venue:
68 ST GEORGE'S MALL, CT
Contact details:
021-422 3950

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Time: 8am - 4pm
Entrance: R0
Type of Event: Other

Situated at the Constantia Waldorf School, tucked away in the Kindergarten building is the only permanent Puppet Theatre in South Africa. The Rainbow Puppet Theatre has been performing to the public every Saturday morning at 10h00 and 11h15 for 20 years (on 14th May 2012)! Our artistically painted theatre has a permanent team of five puppeteers complimented with full stage lighting, beautiful glove, rod and shadow puppets and even live music. We can seat up to 80 guests! Although our shows are widely regarded as entertainment for children, adults who come into contact with it soon fall under its enchanted spell. Aside from a few other stories, our Rainbow Puppet Theatre usually performs well-known Grimm’s Fairy Tales such as ‘Snow White and Rose Red’, ‘Sleeping Beauty’ and ‘Hansel and Gretel’. We have about 16 different stories altogether which rotates on a monthly basis. The show for the Month of February is The Frog Prince. The Duration of the show is approx 35min.Parking is ample and free and we also have tea, coffee, juices and eats on sale.
Venue:
The Rainbow Puppet Theatre situated at The Constantia Waldorf School, Spaanschemat River Road, Constantia
Contact details:
Alison 021 783 2063 therainbow.puppettheatre@gmail.com

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Time: 10am and 11.15am
Entrance: R20 children & R20 adults
Type of Event: Theatre

STORYSHOP – The Joy and Call of Stories. Find the Storyteller inside. Climb inside stories and tell them from the inside. Listen to them, Shape them. Taste them on your tongue. Reconnect to creativity, memory and imagination. A four-week story workshop series. Runs every Saturday afternoon, 14:00 – 17:00, 04 - 25 February 2012.
Venue:
Frank Joubert Art Centre, Newlands
Contact details:
0829361898

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Time: 14:00 - 17:00
Entrance: R1300.00
Type of Event: Other

An invigorating ending to a summer day Enjoy balmy summer evenings at Twelve Apostles Hotel, tucking into the most South African of meals, a traditional braai which includes a variety of deliciously crisp fresh salads and a range of succulent meat cooked over coals. The picturesque views of the ocean and whiff of grilled to perfection tender roasted meat are available every Thursday from 18:30 during the month of February in the Café Grill at the Twelve Apostles Hotel.
Venue:
Twelve Apostles Hotel
Contact details:
Nicita 021 424 0470

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Time: 18:30
Entrance: R 350 per person
Type of Event: Outdoors

Every Saturday from 9 pm David Berman will play live at Caturra Coffee Shop
Venue:
Caturra Coffee Shop 41 Regent Road, Sea Point
Contact details:
Mark 021 434 5160

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Time: 9 pm
Entrance: R0
Type of Event: Music

During the months of February and March, De Krans Wine Cellar, situated in the quaint little town of Calitzdorp alongside the well known Route 62, will once again offer visitors to the area the opportunity to pick deliciously sweet Hanepoot grapes. This fun-filled picking experience will take place from 8 February to 3 March 2012, and will be made available every day (except Sundays) from 08h00 until 16h00. Grapes cost R4.90/kg and visitors are welcome to bring their own containers. Alternatively containers can be purchased at De Krans at a minimal cost. Picking grapes can lead to visitors working up a hefty appetite, and to cater for this need Vygieshof Home for the Aged will be offering delicious braaivleis meals on Wednesdays and Saturdays, between 11h00 and 14h00. As these meals have proven to be extremely popular in the past, booking is essential. Besides picking their own grapes, a visit to this award-winning cellar also affords visitors the opportunity to sample, at no extra cost, their range of 2011 award-winning wines. One of these being the De Krans Cape Tawny Port, a double gold medal winner at the 2011 Michelangelo International Wine Awards, Champion Private Wine Cellar at the 2011 SA Young Wine Show and more recently received a 5-star rating in the 2012 Platter's South African Wine Guide for the De Krans 2009 Cape Vintage Reserve Port.
Venue:
De Krans Wine Farm, Calitzdorp
Contact details:
For bookings and further enquiries contact Helet Viljoen or Bessie Swanepoel at the farm on 044 213 3314 or email them at dekrans@mweb.co.za

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Time: 08h00 until 16h00
Entrance: Grapes cost R4.90/kg
Type of Event: Outdoors

GOOD NIGHT, A PROVACTIVE ART EXHBITION EXPLORING THE POWER AND FRAGILITY OF WOMEN Established South African artist, Heike Davies, will hold her first solo exhibition since 2005, at the Barnard Gallery from the 2nd of February 2012. The exhibition entitled “Good-Night”, will feature bold figurative mixed media paintings that explore the power of female sexuality. This powerful exhibition of 30 paintings, explores the contradictory perceptions of women as objects of desire, abuse and fear. “The work talks about female sexuality, as one of the most powerful forces, yet it is the very thing that renders women completely vulnerable,” says Davies. The emotive work combines elements from traditional portraiture with something that is more uncomfortable and raw. Her subjects, a pantheon of women, some taken from commercial mass media images, others are women from the sex industry, and some are friends. The differences between them are blurred and merged; it is difficult to tell which are prostitutes, fashion models, friends or porn stars. On the canvases the subjects merge into a nameless, faceless confrontation, they are all portrayed as women in a way that is fragile yet fierce in their strength. The works juxtapose vulnerability and assertion. Many of the subjects shut their eyes in escape from the viewers prying eyes, to evade the questions, judgments, yet somehow they are all very present. Yet, others are painted in a formal frontal perspective and challenge the viewer directly with their very direct confrontational gazes. Yet all somehow manage to present themselves naked before you, vulnerable, defiant and beautiful. This work portrays women in unadulterated honesty, contrasting virtue with a common and underlying primal sense of allure. The over-riding feeling of the works is beauty – and the complexity that surrounds beauty – the blessing and the curse of being female. “Heike’s latest body of work is a both powerful and thought provoking, a must view for those looking to be inspired, “ concludes Chris Barnard, owner of the Barnard Gallery. The exhibition will open on the 2nd of February 2012 and run until of 7th of March 2012. Visit www.barnardgallery.com for more information or email info@barnardgallery.com to receive regular updates about the exhibition. About the Artist: Davies, was born in 1976, has a BA degree in Fine Art from the Michaelis School of Fine Art, University of Cape Town, in 2000. During her studies she was awarded the Maciver Scholarship (1999 and 2000) and was placed on the Dean’s Merit List (1999 and 2000. Her work is represented in the public and corporate art collections of: SANG, Pretoria Art Museum, Sanlam, Sandton
Venue:
The Barnard Gallery
Contact details:
021 671 1553

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Time: 18H00
Entrance: Free
Type of Event: Other

A provocative exploration of the power and fragility of women.
Venue:
The Barnard Gallery 58 Main Street Newlands, Cape Town, South Africa.
Contact details:
Brad Twaddle

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Time: 18h00
Entrance: Free
Type of Event: Other

Six of the Best A Tribute to Freddie Mercury, Bon Jovi, Meat Loaf, Billy Joel, Cher & Pink The Barnyard Theatre Productions presents a tribute to surpass all tributes, as we celebrate the music of the 6 greatest pop icons of all time. Imagine a concert featuring Freddie Mercury, Bon Jovi, Meat Loaf, Billy Joel, Pink and Cher all on one stage in one show singing number one hits from the last four decades of pop music. These artists have dominated the charts to such a degree and made such an impact on the music industry that it is essential to stage a special tribute! The show features an 11- piece cast who make their way through a repertoire that was made in Rock and Roll Heaven. Just imagine Meat Loaf challenging the vocal ability of Freddie who in turn has to compete with Bon Jovi! Then we have the power and beauty of Pink, and the soulfulness of Billy, and of course let’s not forget the flamboyance and decadence of Cher! Six of the Best is about showmanship and charisma and the music all comes together in one big concert that will simply blow your mind!
Venue:
The Barnyardtheatre Willow bridge
Contact details:
Tel: 021 914 8898 Website: www.barnyardtheatre.co.za

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Time: Tuesdays- Saturdays at 20h00,Sunday 14h00
Entrance: Tuesdays abd Sundays R160 per person buy one get one free from a Wednesday till a Saturday it is R120 per person
Type of Event: Music, Theatre, Other

The Cape Peninsula Organisation for the Aged is hosting a Charity Golf Day at the Rondebosch  Golf Course on Friday 23rd of March 2012 for the benefit of our six sub-economic homes. CPOA as a non-profit Organisation for the aged based in Cape Town, has recognised that the plight of indigent older persons living in South Africa is very real and has faithfully accepted the challenge to care for older persons for the past 57 years through community based services and homes for the frail older person.  At present CPOA houses approx. 500 indigent older persons and renders services to another 2000 community based older persons by means of our senior centres and home help projects. The need to recognise that all older persons have contributed to the development of South Africa, albeit some in small ways, should be a challenge to both the corporate world and communities to offer their support in whichever way possible.  It is also a well-known phenomenon that populations are living longer and are increasingly more dependent on care. Our appeal to you is to support us in making this a memorable day. Please complete the attached Golf Schedule and Help us care to continue to make a difference in the lives of older persons in our care. Although we are fully aware that your company is inundated with requests, we anticipate that you will favourably consider our appeal. Should you be unable to enter a FOURBALL or sponsor a WET HOLE, we will gladly accept and ACKNOWLEDGE any DONATION or PRIZES towards this FUNDRAISING event.  You would, of course, be welcome to send along brochures/flyers for display on the day. Thank you and kind regards. Hubert 079 503 1251 
Venue:
Rondebosch Golf Club
Contact details:
Hubert 0795031251 or June 0216867830

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Time: 23
Entrance: R2200
Type of Event: on

Chill out on Sundays amidst the Franschhoek vines and live la dolce vita with tapas, wine and lounge music at Holden Manz, the magnificent boutique wine estate nestled between two rivers with majestic mountain views. Join tapas lovers on the vibrant cellar terrace every Sunday from 11h00 till 17h00 this summer until the end of March for a wide selection of tapas dishes. Better still, start with tapas and stay for a more substantial lunch at the Franschhoek Kitchen, the Holden Manz signature restaurant situated above the cellar.
Venue:
Franschhoek Kitchen, Holden Manz
Contact details:
For Sunday Tapas or bookings at the Franschhoek Restaurant, Call 021-8762729, email wayne@holdenmanz.com or visit www.holdenmanz.com. To reach Holden Manz, turn right at the Huguenot Monument in Franschhoek and follow the signs for two kilometres.

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Time: From 11h00 till 17h00
Entrance: The Tapas dishes are priced between R20 and R40
Type of Event: Other