On Saturday 28 April, X-Events will be holding the one of the longest single stage endurance mountain bike race in South Africa, pitting man against nature in the inaugural 2012 Trans Karoo. Starting at Eselfontein in Ceres, and covering 240km of off road terrain across the Ceres and Tankwa Karoo, the race will finish 18 and a half hours later at the Community Sports Grounds in Sutherland. Entries have opened and will be capped at a maximum of 500 competitors as the race traverses eco-sensitive national parks. The competitor format will be solo riders and then teams of 2 or 4 members.
Venue:
Eselfontein in Ceres
Contact details:
http://www.transkaroomtb.co.za/transkaroo/.

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Time: 7am - 1:30am
Entrance: From R450 - R1000.00
Type of Event: Sports

Standup Comedy met die skrywer van Idees vol Vrees.
Venue:
Die Skuur Teater Hermanus
Contact details:
028-3124317

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Time: 18:30
Entrance: R75
Type of Event: Theatre, Other

LINE, a one-act comedy by Israel Horovitz, is the longest-running play in New York, now brought to Cape Town for the very first time by Sugar-daddy Theatre Co. Running from the 18th to the 28th of April 2012 at the Little Theatre, Orange Street; Age restriction 2-18; tickets are R80 for adults, R60 for students and pensioners, and are available through Computicket. This absurdist-style play centres on five people waiting in a queue, none of them seemingly know what they are waiting for, but all are desperate to get first place in line. The drama unravels as they squabble, trick, fight, and betray each other to get ahead. It is a character-driven play making a profound statement about society and human behaviour. ‘Stephen’, played by Bjorn Steinbach, is the flamboyant ‘wanna-be’ genius who always seems to get first in line. Leon Clingman, who at one time directed LINE in New York, plays ‘Flemming’, a dim-witted baseball fan. Marlisa Doubell portrays ‘Molly’, a woman who uses her sexuality to get ahead, while Gavin Werner plays her tormented husband, ‘Arnall’. The shady ‘Dolan’ is played by Aidan Whytock. Award-winning director Yvonne Copley heads the team. Written by the acclaimed Jewish-American playwright of over 70 plays, many of which have been translated and performed worldwide, Israel Horovitz’s LINE is currently in its record-breaking 38th year at the 13th Street Repertory Theatre in New York, and it has been staged in over 25 countries and translated into over 35 languages.
Venue:
The Little Theatre
Contact details:
Computicket

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Time: 20:15
Entrance: R80
Type of Event: Theatre

At some point in our lives, 1 in 4 of us will be affected by mental illness … bring 3 friends! Ruby will entertain audiences in this one women show with her wit and say-it-like-it-is attitude.
Venue:
Theatre on the Bay
Contact details:
021 438 3301

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Time: 8:00
Entrance: R150-R250
Type of Event: Theatre

This is a skateboard comp help every 3 months in between social jams in order to maintain a fresh outlook on skateboarding and how its growing. This is a community based project run by Tyrone Damon and you can see some of cape towns talented riders battle it out for 1st place and winning that R1000.00 cash prize. If you claim to be the best skater in Cape Town then come On down to Westridge Gardens and Skate Park in Mitchells Plain And compete in the most anticipated skateboarding event of the year...
Venue:
Westridge Gardens, Mitchells Plain
Contact details:
0733 046 775 call Tyrone

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Time: 10:30am until 6pm
Entrance: free entry
Type of Event: Outdoors, on

Hillcrest Estate has Launched the Langarm@The Quarry - music and cash - bookings of tables of 10 only - lucky draw on the night. Dates of event - 28 April - 26 May - 23 June - 28 July. Put on your dancing shoes and come show us your moves!
Venue:
Hillcrest Estate - Cape Town
Contact details:
Andrea - 021 976 1110

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Time: 7-12
Entrance: R60
Type of Event: Other

On the last Saturday of April, every year, thousands of people all over the world, in hundreds of cities, in over 60 countries create a global Tai Chi and Qigong wave, as the Earth turns. The idea is that, together, we can unite with our own strength and get in touch with our inner peace. World Tai Chi and Qi Gong day was started to create awareness of the benefits of Tai Chi, also to promote peace, harmony and unity amongst people. It's a day where everyone who’s already discovered the great benefits of Tai Chi and Qi Gong come together, and those who have not, in respect of the leaders and authorities celebrating this universal tradition. Tai Chi is a perfected and dynamic system of internal energy cultivation, that takes place through natural movement. Various Tai Chi schools from all over Cape Town will be participating in this momentous event. This event will take place on Saturday the 28th April 2012 between 10am and 1pm at the Sea Point Pavillion on Beach Road, Sea Point. Put together by Dr Michael Lan and his team, who is the South African leader and representative of the World Tai chi Qi Gong Day and Federation, hundreds of people from all over Cape Town is expected to join in on this meaningful initiative. This will be the third Cape Town event Dr Lan and his team has organised to date. Everyone is invited to experience the awakening to integrated living and awareness offered by this ancient meditative art form.
Venue:
Sea Point Promenade Beach Road, opposite Three Anchor Road
Contact details:
Dr Michael Lan 021 422 5608

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Time: 10 am - 1pm
Entrance: Free
Type of Event: Other

NB:I will also be available to give 2free tickets to a listener if you do a live show with me,if you cant fit me in your schedule I understand.
Venue:
Open air event, in greenmarket square in association with Cafe santa fe and cafe elis(on the greenmarket square)
Contact details:
073572 8005

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Time: 21:00 - late
Entrance: R30
Type of Event: Other

The show features Lottering's brand new material. He will express his unique views on a broad range of topics, ranging from Dog Whisperers to his fascination with reality TV in South Africa. Lottering will, of course, also explain as to why it is that he refuses to work on Sundays. The show starts at 20:30 and runs for 70 minutes with no interval. I DON'T WORK ON SUNDAYS is not suitable for children.
Venue:
Die Boer Theatre Restaurant- Durbanville
Contact details:
021 979 1911

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Time: 20:30
Entrance: R100-00
Type of Event: Theatre

DF Malan High School will be performing Karl Jenkins’ Armed Man: A Mass for Peace on the 28th April 2012. This powerful work has gained immense popularity since its world première on 25 April 2000 as is evident in the large number of performances (close to 900) by professional, as well as community choirs, throughout the world. The music carries a message of hope and reconciliation that transcends conventional language, cultural and religious barriers and strives towards an ideology of universal humanism. DF Malan High in collaboration with the Cape Town Welsh Choir, Tygerberg City Choir as well as friends, parents and alumni of the school will join forces to bring this thought-provoking work to life. The choir and orchestra will be conducted by Leon Starker. Soloists include: Christelle Ekron (Soprano), Minette du Toit-Pearce (Alto), Thomas Erlank (Tenor), Riaan Hunter (Bass). Tickets sold at DF Malan High School
Venue:
DF Malan High Activity Centre, Frans Conradie Drive, Bellville
Contact details:
Bookings/Enquiries: (021) 948 8781

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Time: 20:00
Entrance: R 80
Type of Event: Music

Add a dash of intrigue and spice to your life this April with the Franschhoek Mystery Weekend. Taking place over the long weekend (27th and 28th of April), in the Franschhoek Wine Valley, it is set to be the best surprise of 2012. For a mere R1 850 per couple, for the weekend, you’ll be able to experience the finest Franschhoek offerings in this ‘once-in-a-blue-moon’ opportunity. Representatives at the Franschhoek Wine Valley offices will randomly select a range of fabulous Franschhoek adventures and create your unique couple Mystery Weekend Package. This means that you have no idea where you're staying, where you're eating or what other experiences are in store for you. A truly unique experience! Every Franschhoek Mystery Weekend Package includes the following: • Two nights of accommodation (for two people sharing) at one of Franschhoek's superb four or five star hotels, B&B's or guesthouses; • A meal voucher (for two) to one of Franschhoek’s renowned fine dining establishments; • Two breakfasts (for two); • Two tickets to The Screening Room at Le Quartier Français ; • A R50 voucher (per couple) to use at one of the participating retail outlets located in and around Franschhoek; • A wine tasting (per couple) at one of the award-winning participating Franschhoek wine farms; • One other surprise Franschhoek experience (per couple). With ample time on your hands during this weekend why not include the Franschhoek Wine Valley Food & Wine Route as part of your journey of discovery. Tailor-make your trip and take the concept of a bespoke food and wine experience to a new level.
Venue:
Franschhoek Wine Valley
Contact details:
For bookings or queries please contact Carmen on 021 876 2861 or email: office@franschhoek.org.za.

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Time: all day event
Entrance: R1850 per couple
Type of Event: Other

A festive family fair in a beautiful, rural setting. Bring your family for an autumn fair with delicious foods and loads of fun for the children.
Venue:
Camphill Hermanus in the Hemel-en-Aarde valley
Contact details:
028 312 4949 or 028 312 1041 or school@camphill-hermanus.org.za

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Time: 09h30 - 14h00
Entrance: Free entry
Type of Event: Charity

Zolile Mguda a PhD student at UCT will give a free public talk at S.A. Astronomical Observatory on Saturday, April 28 at 20h00. He will talk about "Reflections of Rainbows" There will be stargazing weather permitting.
Venue:
SAAO - Auditorium
Contact details:
021 447 0025

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Time: 20h00
Entrance: Free
Type of Event: Other

THE CAPE MODEL BOAT RACING CLUB ARE HOSTING THE NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS WHICH WILL BE HELD OVER 2 DAYS WHERE BOAT FROM ALL OVER THE COUNTRY WILL COMPETE ON THE 27/28APRIL
Venue:
LA FARGE DAM ADDERLEY ST CONTEMANSKLOOF SEE OUR WEBSITE WWW.CMBC.CO.ZA
Contact details:
GERALD 082 492 8982

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Time: 9AM TO 5PM
Entrance: FREE ADMITTANCE
Type of Event: on

The Country Craft Market will be held this Saturday 28 April at Southey's Vines, 186 Main Road, Somerset West (GPS: S34º04’36.1”   E18º50’43.9”) between 8am and 1pm. This will be the last chance for crafters wishing to join the Craft Market to book for the Approval Day on 1 May. Anybody who makes well-made high quality handcrafted items is welcome to apply to join the market. Stall fee is R100-00. No foodstuff, please.
Venue:
Southey's Vines, 186 Main Road, Main Road, Somerset West.
Contact details:
Lesley (021) 843-3287.

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Time: 8am till 1pm
Entrance: Free
Type of Event: Other

Two days of fun with market stalls, potjie competition, car exhibits, disaster and rescue displays. fun stuff for the kids, sleepover in tents, bikini car wash, battle of bands. Bokk a stall and sell your wares or enter our potjiekos competition. TO RAISE FUNDS TO SEND OUR WP TEAM TO WORLD RESCUE CHALLENGE TAKING PLACE IN LONDON
Venue:
GOODWOOD CRICKET GROUNDS cnr HAMILTON STR AND MILTON RD GOODWOOD
Contact details:
René Hutson 0837004868

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Time: 10AM TILL 10PM DAILY sleepover optional
Entrance: DONATIONS WELCOME AT GATE
Type of Event: Charity

Come and experience the easy listening, swamp blues rock that marked the sound of Creedence Clear Water Revival during the seventies. This show brings a rich and energetic delivery of the songs that propelled CCR to stardom. Produced by Joe Recrosio Productions. The cast includes Greg Schoeman on vocals and guitar, Reg Edwards – vocals and bass guitar, Wayne Smith – drums and percussion and Gordon Mackay on vocals ,keyboards, guitar and electric violin. THIS TRIBUTE SHOW IS A MUST FOR ALL FANS AND FOR THOSE WHO ARE DISCOVERING THESE CLASSICS FOR THE FIRST TIME. BOOK EARLY NOT TO MISS!
Venue:
JAMROCK THEATRE Shop 57 Brackenfell Shopping Centre Old Paarl Rd Brackenfell
Contact details:
021 981 1313 or admin@jamrocktheatre.co.za

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Time: 20H00
Entrance: R80 pp
Type of Event: Music

A new market in with a little bit of something for everyone. Natural & organic veg, products, clothes & foods and more. Most of all we want people to have fun & enjoy themselves!
Venue:
The Jolly Carp 38 Sasmeer Road Retreat
Contact details:
Sheena - 081 539 6858 Petrina - 074 302 3254

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Time: 10h00 - 15h00
Entrance: R0 entrance: R150 table
Type of Event: Other

This event will be for the launch of Pink Cartel Events.Pink Cartel Events is an events company that manages,plans and services any of your event needs. We do fashion shows, birthday parties, bachelorette parties/bachelors, music shows, baby showers, corporate events, dinners, etc. The performers and artists we use at our events are talented fresh new faces that need a foot in the door. Our events are done in any area within Cape Town. We have contacts with a numerous amount of venue owners so finding the perfect venue for your event is never a issue. We offer excellent service, speedy response and an event you as our client will never forget. At the launch we will have fashion show, singers from Souldeep Productions will be showcasing their talents and there will be dancers. The event starts at 21:00pm - till late on the 27th April 2012,on the greenmarket square. It will be open air but their will be VIP tickets available for those who would like to be closer to the stage, VIP ticket holders also recieve free giftbags and champagne.
Venue:
Greenmarket square, Cafe Sante
Contact details:
073 572 8005

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Time: 21:00 - till late
Entrance: R30 VIP tickets
Type of Event: Other

A new market in with a little bit of something for everyone. Natural & organic veg, products, clothes & foods and more.
Venue:
The Jolly Carp 38 Sasmeer Road Retreat
Contact details:
Sheena - 081 539 6858 Petrina - 074 302 3254

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Time: 10h00 - 15h00
Entrance: R0 entrance
Type of Event: Other

Stargazing picnic and star trails photography workshop at the Taalmonument Stargazing enthusiasts shouldn’t miss the last stargazing picnic of the season at the Afrikaanse Taalmonument on Paarl Mountain on Saturday 28 April. On this evening all telescopes and binoculars will focus on one destination: The Moon. Visitors will learn about the origins of the Moon, what it looks like on the Moon, and whether there really is a man in the Moon. The picnic starts at 18:00. A guided tour of the Monument starts at 18:30. From 20:00 to 22:30 visitors can watch the skies through telescopes under the guidance of OOG members. Visitors are welcome to bring their own picnic baskets or they can order one from Volksmond Coffee Shop (tel. 021 863 2800 or volksmond@taalmonument.co.za). Volksmond will be open until 22:00 for coffee and light refreshments. Entrance is R25 for adults and R10 for children. Booking is essential at tel. 021 863 4809/0543 or 072 181 6744 (also for weather enquiries). Stargazing evenings will be cancelled if the weather is bad. No dogs and fires are allowed. Safe parking is available and access is controlled. Visitors are advised to bring along binoculars and warm clothes. A photography workshop will also be presented during the stargazing picnic where participants will learn to take time-exposure photographs to record star trails. This practical workshop by professional photographer and registered tour guide Peter Haarhoff of the Cape Photographic Company, is suitable for beginner and intermediate photographers. A digital or 35mm single lens reflex (SLR) camera is essential. The workshop fee of R250 includes notes and light refreshments. Limited space is available and therefore booking is essential. Contact Amira Clayton at tel. 021 863 4809/0543 or kommunikasie@taalmonument.co.za. For more information about events at the Taalmuseum or Taalmonument, call 021 863 4809/0543 or visit www.taalmonument.co.za.
Venue:
Taalmonument, Paarl
Contact details:
021 863 0543

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Time: 18:00 -22:45
Entrance: R25/R10
Type of Event: Outdoors

Toolroom Knights in association with Lovoka present international DJ/producer Mark Knight in South Africa! On Friday 27 April, Mark Knight brings his signature sound and world-renowned club night to Cape Town's live and electronic music venue, The Assembly for a massive party you do not want to miss!
Venue:
The Assembly
Contact details:
The Assembly (021) 465-7286 info@theassembly.co.za http://www.theassembly.co.za/

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Time: 21h00 - 04h00
Entrance: Pre-sale: R100. At The Door: R120
Type of Event: Music, Nightclubs

The second of this years monthly All Africa Dance Party! Free of charge for Freedom Day! This month we feature DJ Kolade Arogundade - Music aficionado and connoisseur of world music, Kolade is passionate about music from the continent and has been collecting it for years. Expect eclectic, holistic rhythms, rhymes and reasoning, backed by delicious beats and head shifting harmonies. Be ready for an spiritual and audio journey across the continent, across time, down Roeland Street and upstairs at the Kimberley. Don't be late to safe your free ticket, numbers will be strictly limited.
Venue:
upstairs at the Kimberley Hotel, 48 Roeland Street, CBD, Cape Town
Contact details:
021-4659027/8 or info@afai.org.za

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Time: 9 pm
Entrance: Free
Type of Event: Music, Nightclubs

The best motocross riders from around the country will descend upon Cape Town to chase the coveted title of National Champion in round three of the 2012 FULL THROTTLE Motocross Championships. Top local riders challenging for the title in their respective classes include 9 year old Justin Sangster who is leading the 50cc National Championship, and MX1 and MX2 Rider Anthony Raynard. The annual event is an action packed extreme racing extravaganza, suitable for families and motoring enthusiasts alike. Facilities on the day include various stalls, bar facilities, food, music, ample parking and spectator viewing decks.
Venue:
Melbos 4x4 R27 West Coast Rd.
Contact details:
Michelle Blake Details on www.ctmx.co.za

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Time: 10:00
Entrance: R30. Kids u/13 Free!
Type of Event: on

A barnyard fair with jumping castle, pony rides,paintball targets and lots to do will be help with a craft market. The proceeds are to help families of abuse.
Venue:
The Ottery Barnyard 338 Ottery rd Ottery. Situated on the corner opposite the Sasol petrol station & China town.
Contact details:
Mr Ian Offord 021-7039182

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Time: 10am till 3pm
Entrance: Free entry
Type of Event: Charity

DANCING IN THE STREET Party all over the world Dancing in the Street is the one and only Barnyard Show that will give you the opportunity to party all over the world at various famous carnivals, celebrations and festivals. We will criss-cross the globe and visit exotic destinations like the Rio Carnival, the Mardi Gras Carnival in New Orleans, The Cape Minstrel Carnival in Cape Town, St Patrick’s Day in Ireland, The Halloween Festival, The Soccer World Cup 2010 in South Africa and a New Year’s Eve celebration at Times Square - New York. The celebration starts with the sound of New Orleans and the Mardi Gras Festival with tributes to Louis Armstrong and Elvis Presley and quickly moves to Brazil with the sounds of Gloria Estefan, Ricky Martin and Carlos Santana. This show has no boundaries and also includes the glorious sounds of Ireland’s celebration of St Patrick’s Day with songs like Danny Boy, The Wild Rover and The Leaving of Liverpool. The journey continues to Sydney Australia to the Mardi Gras Pink Festival where the disco tunes of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert, take to the air with songs like It’s Raining Men, I Will Survive and I Love the Night Life. We then experience the scary celebrations of Halloween with Michael Jackson’s Thriller and of course Monster Mash and The Time Warp! The party continues in Jamaica with The Sun Splash Festival and the reggae sounds of Bob Marley’s Stir it up, Could you be loved and the beautiful Redemption Song. Then it’s time to touch down on our own home soil with our own South African celebrations that are not only historical but also have groove and soul! We celebrate The Cape Town Minstrel Carnival that has been brewed for more than three centuries in District Six and is sure to get the party going. The music never stops and is one endless party as we head for the Soccer World Cup 2010 with the anthem Wavin’ Flag bringing the show to a frenzy! Just when you thought it could not get better we head for new year’s eve at Times Square New York where the audience will link arms and sway to Auld Lang Syn. There will be dancing, singing and music swinging at the Cresta Barnyard Theatre this summer. We’re calling out around the world, are you ready for Dancing in the Street? Well get down to the Cresta Barnyard Theatre for this year’s biggest Party!
Venue:
The Barnyardtheatre Willowbridge
Contact details:
Tel:021 914 889 Website: www.barnyardtheatre.co.za

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Time: Tues-Sat 20h00 & Sun 14h00
Entrance: Tues-Sun R160p.p buy one get one free Wed-Sat R120 p.p
Type of Event: Music, Theatre, Other

Watch the best Ultimate clubs in South Africa battle it out for the National title! The South African Flying Disc Association (SAFDA) is the national governing body of the sport of Ultimate and each year it hosts a National Championship tournament that allows the best club teams from around the country to compete for the highest honour in SA Disc Sports. This year, the tournament will be held at the stunning Villager Football Club in the heart of Claremont. The event will host the top 16 teams (between 250 and 300 players) from around the country in a 3 day tournament. The event is sure to attract a large number of spectators with floodlit exhibition matches planned on the two evenings! Food and drinks are available at the Villager FC bar, which overlooks both fields.
Venue:
Villager Football Club, on Landsdowne Rd in Claremont.
Contact details:
Anne Maftei

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Time: 9am to 8pm daily
Entrance: 0
Type of Event: on

Model powerboat racing of the highest calliber. Over 90 boats in 10different classes doing speeds up to 110kph.
Venue:
CMBC Dam in the Vissershok hills. See Venue on www.cmbc.co.za
Contact details:
Cobus Fourie 084 558 1301

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Time: All day
Entrance: R00.00
Type of Event: on

Come and join us for a fun filled week-end of activities during the Ladismith Eco Festival. Visitors will have the options to go on guided 4x4 trails, horse back riding, quadbike and hiking trails and experience the bio- diversity of our part of the Klein Karoo. Taste our cheeses and wines, join the street parade on Saturday morning. Several activities will take place at the Show Grounds during the day. A annual dance takes place on Friday night in the show hall. Different stalls for wandering around and purchasing all sorts of treats. 4x4 competition, Ladies brunch and much much more!
Venue:
Ladismith show grounds in the Western Cape
Contact details:
for all the different contact details go to - www.ekofeesladismith.co.za

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Time: 09:00
Entrance: R10
Type of Event: Other

Acoustic guitarist David Bagnall as well as internationally renowned musician Chris Tokalon takes to the Brampton Sound Stage at the Bay Harbour Market, Hout Bay on Friday 27 April for Friday Night LIVE! Playing on Saturday, April 28, is upbeat jazz band, Just Friendz. Bringing the weekend to a close on Sunday April 29 is indie blues maestro David Knowles. The market also features arts, crafts, fashion, decor and delicious cuisine. The market is open from 5pm-9pm (Friday) and 9:30am-4:00pm (Saturday and Sunday). Entrance is free. Enquiries to Paul 082 570 5997 or info@bayharbour.co.za.
Venue:
The Brampton Sound Stage, Bay Harbour Market, Hout Bay 31 Harbour Road Hout Bay Cape Town 7806
Contact details:
Website: http://www.bayharbour.co.za Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/bayharbour Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/bayharbourmkt More information: Tel: 082 570 5997; Email: info@bayharbour.co.za

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Time: 5pm-9pm (Fri); 9.30am-4pm (Sat & Sun)
Entrance: FREE
Type of Event: Music, Expo

A great variety of flowering orchids will be on display in the exhibition hall with experts available to answer any questions. Come along and find out how to get your orchid to flower again or how to repot it and what to plant it in. Orchid plants including varieties not available commercially will be on sale at very reasonable prices and teas will also be on sale
Venue:
ALPHEN CENTRE, CONSTANTIA (OPPOSITE CONSTANTIA SHOPPING CENTRE)
Contact details:
A Leonard 0743592990

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Time: 9AM-4PM
Entrance: R5-R15
Type of Event: Expo

Setting the table for an abundance of trends and décor adventures, Decorex Cape Town returns to the Mother City with a vibrant interior design exhibition reflecting the creative spirit of its host town. Expect energetic splashes of tangerine, trends from across the globe and a new wave of ‘hectic eclectic’ interiors, theatre workshops, fabric and wallpaper installations, dream rooms and designer kitchens. Experience adventurous ideas, product launches, big brands rubbing shoulders with artisanal collectables and unique lifestyle spaces.
Venue:
CTICC
Contact details:
www.decorex.co.za

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Time: 10am-7pm ( closing 6pm on the 29th)
Entrance: R65.( R55 for pensioners, and R10 for children under 12)
Type of Event: Expo

Margate KwaZuluNatal will once again host the country’s largest free motorcycle rally, the annual Harley-Davidson® Africa Bike Week™. The fourth Africa Bike Week which attracts thousands of motorcycling enthusiasts, families and H.O.G members from all over the country will take place from 26 to 30 April 2012 and is open to all motorcycle riders. Africa Bike Week™ guarantees extreme excitement for the whole family and visitors arriving in Margate can look forward to a thrilling array of activities including the official Harley-Davidson® dealers and exhibition, top local bands and entertainment, traders markets, spectacular stunt shows, free Harley® test rides and the largest Harley-Davidson® mass ride-out in South Africa.
Venue:
Margate KwaZuluNatal
Contact details:
For more information on the 2012 Harley-Davidson Africa Bike Week, please visit www.africabikeweek.com

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Time: n/a
Entrance: n/a
Type of Event: Outdoors

New Body Mind Spirit Club in Vierlanden Durbanville, is offering a range of therapies from health assessments by a medical intuitive to reflexology (healing foot massage) for only R50 (30min) session.
Venue:
Samsara, 70 De Keur St, Vierlanden, Durbanville
Contact details:
Cell: 0765781050 Helen

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Time: Mon - Sat 9-5pm
Entrance: R50
Type of Event: Other

Sentimental Mondays with Sylvestre Kabassidi Asoka Bar brings you a series of sensational nights of live music to feature Sylvestre Kabassidi. Sylvestre Kabassidi is a rebel with a sensitive soul whose music breaks stereotypes and takes African song into a new dimension. Armed with acoustic guitar and accompanied by percussion and rich vocals, Sylvestre is part of a quiet revolution in African music that is passionate, classic, and expressive. Representing the new generation of African artists whose music emphasizes fragile melodies and poetic lyrics, his music is cosmopolitan, yet rooted in tradition, simple in arrangement, but rich in sentiments. The setting, Asoka, an elegant Victorian Town House transformed into a modern cocktail lounge that oozes comfort and relaxation. Feel at home as you indulge in delectable tapas, mouth watering cocktails and the soothing sounds of Sylvestre Kabassidi’s music. Join us for a guaranteed great Monday dining experience. Sylverstr Kabassidi will perform every Monday night in April starting on April 2nd 2012.
Venue:
Asoka Bar and Restaurant, 68 Kloof Street, Cape Town
Contact details:
Denise Bashala Tel: 021 422 0909/ 073 722 6113 Emai: info@asokabar.co.za www.asokabar.co.za

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Time: 21:00
Entrance: Free, Table Reservation is essential
Type of Event: Music, Bandstand

What is engagement, how does it apply to you and what practical steps can you take to get better results and more fulfillment? If there is something missing or out of alignment in your life or organisation, what is it and how do you align it? See better results, more motivation and clearer direction with the help of Zane’s talk at Coffee & Conversation on Friday 20th April, 8.30am at hubspace. Zane is the brain and passion behind Happivate, a Life and Business Coaching company specialising in Organisational Effectiveness, Leadership Development and Talent Management He is an expert in creating alignment and engagement between an organisation’s mission, goals and values and the teams that deliver this for better results and more fulfilment for everyone. What: Coffee & Conversation talk ‘How to get better results through alignment ‘ Who: Zane Green from Happivate: http://www.happivate.com/about_us.php#Meet When: Friday, 20th April 2012, 08h30 to 10h00 Where: At hubspace – Unit 102, Old Castle Brewery, Woodstock, Cape Town Cost: FREE!
Venue:
hubspace, Unit 102, Old Castle Brewery Building, 6 Beach Road, Woodstock, Cape Town 7924
Contact details:
+27 (21) 442 9600

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Time: 08h30 to 10h00
Entrance: FREE
Type of Event: Other

The second Vintage Ideas market in association with Incanda Furniture takes place from 27 – 30 April 2012 at Simondium’s Country Lodge. Vintage themes are still making headline news in décor, gardening and fashion circles and this market will definitely inspire visitors to lovingly restore pre-used items. Daily workshops will demonstrate how to rejuvenate and care for old hand-me-downs, vintage items, used household items and even gardens. The graciously elegant lodge provides over 1,5-hectares of covered display space for vintage collectables such as décor items, jewellery, glass and silverware, vintage-inspired clothing, kitchenalia, garden accessories and priceless antiques.
Venue:
Simondium's Country Lodge, R45 between Paarl and Franschhoek
Contact details:
021 874 1046

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Time: From 09h30
Entrance: R30 entry, kids free
Type of Event: Other

Think ‘cheese’ and you see delicious handmade creations, patiently and passionately crafted to perfection. The SA Cheese Festival, which takes place from 27-30 April at Sandringham, is a favorite among the country’s food-conscious crowd for here cheese is celebrated in all its gastronomic splendor. Spend the day savoring the legendary variety of wholesome products, learn from local culinary talent and simply relax in the revitalizing country atmosphere.
Venue:
Enjoy a leisurely day out in the country at Sandringham – the ideal venue for your most-loved festival. Sandringham lies conveniently next to the N1 halfway between Cape Town and Paarl.
Contact details:
For more information contact Agri-Expo on tel 021 975 4440, email to cheese@agriexpo.co.za or visit www.cheesefestival.co.za

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Time: The festival runs from 10:00 to 18:00 each day and
Entrance: R110 per person, R90 for senior citizens, children under 13 enter free
Type of Event: Outdoors, Other

A solo art exhibition, curated by Hayley Ellis and being held in the Exhibition Space at G2 Art
Venue:
G2 Art 61 Shortmarket Street Cape Town
Contact details:
G2 Art 0214247169 or www.g2art.co.za

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Time: 10am - 5pm Mon - Fri
Entrance: 0
Type of Event: Other

'The Mechanicals' are presenting King Lear at the Intimate Theatre on the Hiddingh Campus. As with last year's Mid Summer Night's Dream this Shakespeare production under the direction of Guy De Lancey, is fast moving, absurd, acrobatic, accessible, shocking and incredibly moving. Graham Weir as (Lear), heads a cast that includes Jeroen Kranenberg, (Glouster), Nicholas Pauling, (Fool), Adrian Galley, (Kent) and Adam Neill (Edgar). Please Note: There is nudity in some of the Psychotic scenes Blackadder: "I'm a very big fan Bill" William Shakespeare: "Thank you" Blackadder "Keep up the good work. King Lear ... Very funny". (Blackadder Back and Forth; (1999)
Venue:
Intimate Theatre, Hiddingh Campus, Orange Street
Contact details:
Book at 021 480 7129 or littlebookings@gmail.com

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Time: 19H00
Entrance: R140.00
Type of Event: Theatre

Tonight Neither Hamlet, features Guy de Lancey with direction by Chris Weare, who recently received the Fleur du Cap Lifetime Achievement Award. A comic look at what happens behind the theatre curtain from the perspective of one of the forgotten characters of theatre, the curtain puller. Pushed front and centre by a co-incidence of occurrences, he reveals what the audience doesn't see, and at the same time, some of his lost dreams and ambitions in the world of theatre. Funny, poignant and entertaining.
Venue:
Kalk Bay Theatre, 52 Main Road, Kalk Bay
Contact details:
www.kbt.co.za

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Time: 20h30
Entrance: Preview 11 April and Mondays 16 and 23 R65; other R95
Type of Event: Theatre

WESTERN CAPE GOT TALENT 2012, we looking for the best new Talent sensation, auditions start the 2nd March 2012 in Mitchells Plain @ Imperial Primary School,Eastridge.Registration fee for Solo act is R20 and Group act is R50. Entrance fee for spectators is R 15. For further info please contact (021) 397 5058/081 270 9295.
Venue:
Imperial Primary School, Eastridge,Mitchells Plain
Contact details:
0213975058/0812709295

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Time: 17H00
Entrance: R15-R50
Type of Event: Music

Gardens Shopping Centre will host a ten -day book sale from Friday, April 27 to Sunday, May 6 in aid of Western Cape NGO, Wola Nani. The sale will offer a selection of quality cult, classic and collectible CDs, DVDs and books for readers of all ages. Various genres including Children’s, Crime Fiction, Non-fiction, Mind Body Spirit, Thrillers, Modern Classics and Biographies will be on sale. “The Gardens Shopping Centre is like a second home to Wola Nani” comments Well Read Books stall convenor, Mark Leach. “We enjoy the warm-hearted support of both tenants and shoppers who actively support us in our endeavours to raise funds and awareness for the work of Wola Nani.” The sale will run upstairs at Gardens Centre (opposite the parking pay stations) from 09:00- 19:00 (Weekdays), 9:00 – 17:00 (Saturday) and 9:00 – 14:00 (Sunday). Well Read Books is a social enterprise that facilitates the fund-raising book sales for Wola Nani. Wola Nani is Xhosa for ‘embrace’ and was established in 1994. The NGO operates a variety of programmes to support women, orphans and vulnerable children infected and affected by the HIV/AIDS pandemic.
Venue:
Gardens Shopping Centre
Contact details:
For further enquiries, or to donate books, CDs and DVDs, please contact Mark on 083 342 2261, (021) 424 0497 or mark@wellread-books.com

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Time: Shopping Centre Trading Hours
Entrance: Book prices vary
Type of Event: Charity

Oscar, the world’s famous adopted mutt, and his owner, Joanne Lefson are once again championing the cause of dog adoption with the launch of their most original adventure to date, The Pedigree Adoption Tour. The national tour will see the infamous duo taking to the South African skyline in eight cities below the belly of the world's largest dog – a dog-shaped hot air balloon fondly called 'Oscar Maximus’. At 40 meters in length and a body mass of 260 kilo’s, Oscar Maximus has substantial weight to throw behind the campaign-and it’s not just hot air. Along with the help of Pedigree and South Africa’s leading radio networks, the larger than life campaign is ready to raise much-needed awareness for underdogs. Be sure to catch Oscar Maximus and the team! For the full scoop on the Pedigree Adoption Tour with Oscar Maximus as well as how to show your support for dog adoption in South Africa, visit www.worldwooftour.com or visit Oscars Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/wooftour and for an even louder bark follow him on Twitter https://twitter.com/#!/WorldWoofTour
Venue:
Gauteng • 14 April - Jacaranda Day: Loftus Versfeld • 16 April - Mary Fitzgerald Square Western Cape • 20 April - The Grand Parade Northern Cape • 26 April - Kimberley JS Free State • 26 - 28 April – Bloem Show KwaZulu-Natal • 2 May - Durban 4th Beach East London • 5 May - Hemingways Casino Port Elizabeth • 7 May - Donkin Lighthouse
Contact details:
0825633133

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Time: various
Entrance: Free
Type of Event: Outdoors, Charity, Other

Oscar, the world’s famous adopted mutt, and his owner, Joanne Lefson are once again championing the cause of dog adoption with the launch of their most original adventure to date, The Pedigree Adoption Tour. The national tour will see the infamous duo taking to the South African skyline in eight cities below the belly of the world's largest dog – a dog-shaped hot air balloon fondly called 'Oscar Maximus’. At 40 meters in length and a body mass of 260 kilo’s, Oscar Maximus has substantial weight to throw behind the campaign-and it’s not just hot air. Along with the help of Pedigree and South Africa’s leading radio networks, the larger than life campaign is ready to raise much-needed awareness for underdogs.
Venue:
Gauteng • 14 April - Jacaranda Day: Loftus Versfeld • 16 April - Mary Fitzgerald Square Western Cape • 20 April - The Grand Parade Northern Cape • 26 April - Kimberley JS Free State • 26 - 28 April – Bloem Show KwaZulu-Natal • 2 May - Durban 4th Beach East London • 5 May - Hemingways Casino Port Elizabeth • 7 May - Donkin Lighthouse
Contact details:
0825633133

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Time: various
Entrance: Free
Type of Event: Outdoors, Charity

In this exhibition van Schalkwyk plays with ‘Painting’s’ relationship to the ‘Documentary’ in order to engage a world ‘freeze-framed’ in time. Through his painterly investigation of the everyday life of an isolated community, van Schalkwyk captures the passage of time and its navigation of the temporal to the eternal. The work draws from a five year period of observation, of the Jatniël Faith home community where he spent his childhood. Documenting the everyday activities and rituals; traditions and values; the environment and the effect time has on this community of people, he elevates the mundane to create a metaphor for life as a spiritual activity, highlighting their value system of putting God and community ahead of the individual.
Venue:
Barnard Gallery
Contact details:
0216711553

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Time: 18H00 Launch Evening
Entrance: free
Type of Event: Other

Your pet could be just what the judges are looking for in the SPCA Royal Canin Mutt & Meow of the Year online pet photo competition, which runs from 10 April to 21 May 2012 and aims to help hundreds of homeless pets by finding the most-loved and adored cat and dog online. An adaptation of the Cape of Good Hope (CoGH) SPCA’s popular Mutt of the Year competition, which was held annually for 15 years, the new online competition makes it possible for many more dogs to stand a chance of winning the coveted Mutt of the Year title and for the first time gives cat-lovers an opportunity to brag about their feline friends in the new Meow of the Year category. Unlike traditional pet competitions which reward dogs and cats with fancy pedigrees and pure-bred characteristics, the SPCA Royal Canin Mutt & Meow of the Year will celebrate the unconditional love and special companionship between pet owners and their canine and feline friends, regardless of their breed. The competition also aims to help hundreds of stray and abandoned animals not as fortunate as those being entered for the titles of Mutt & Meow of the Year, by encouraging pet owners to get their friends and family to vote and donate online to the CoGH SPCA. The four competition prize categories include the Mutt of the Year and Meow of the Year, which is open to all cats and dogs and the Mutt Top Fundraiser and Meow Top Fundraiser, which will be awarded to the pet and owner who through their votes raises the most amount of money for the CoGH SPCA. For more details and to enter visit www.muttandmeow.co.za
Venue:
www.muttandmeow.co.za
Contact details:
021 700 4141

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Time: You can register anytime online
Entrance: R50
Type of Event: Charity

Every Friday evening at the Wild Clover Farm we have Tanglewood playing vocal, folk rock music form the late 60's, early 70's with a grand following, join us for a pizza or pasta at the Morituri Restaurant on the Farm.
Venue:
Wild Clover Farm Stellenbosch. on the R304 (N1 side)
Contact details:
for table bookings pls call: 021 865 22 48

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Time: 7pm onwards
Entrance: free
Type of Event: Music

Join us every Sunday for a relaxed day under the oaks. Fresh organinc produce, home baked treats, a wide selection of food vendors and spectacular crafts on offer. DJ/Singer Kyle Gilmore entertains, with jumping castle and face painting for the kids. Animal Rescue is our permanent charity, selling T_Shirts & books to raise funds. Donations in the form of food, beds & toys welcome. A family friendly venue with fully licensed pub and plenty of parking
Venue:
3 Derrick drive, Somerset west Business Park, Somerset west
Contact details:
Mandy Nunn 082 374 6648

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Time: 10 - 3
Entrance: FREE
Type of Event: Outdoors

An interactive weekly mini workshop, on Wednesday evenings, where Claire Brandon will help you understand the gifts given to you by each Planet at birth, so you can find clearer direction in your career or love life. Fantastic for teenagers needing career guidance.
Venue:
SAMSARA - 70 De Keur St, Vierlanden, Durbanville
Contact details:
Claire: 021 9750094 Cell: 0834604646

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Time: 7pm
Entrance: R20
Type of Event: Other