What's on in the far south

Looking for something to do in the far south and nearby areas? Here’s your weekly guide to local events, markets, clubs, and community activities.

Christmas Fair: The annual Silvermine Village Christmas Fair will take place on Friday, October 31, from 8am to 12pm at 58 Silvermine Road, Noordhoek. Proceeds will be shared between the Staff Education Fund and the Benevolent Trust. For more information, contact Sheena Hutchings on 073 255 8111.

Market: The Marina Craft and Food Market will be held at the San Marina Recreational Hall on Saturday, November 1, from 10am to 2pm. 

Fund-raising dinner: Hands4Change Outreach Projects will host its final fund-raising dinner on Friday, October 31, from 6pm, at The Galley in Fish Hoek. The evening will celebrate the group’s work in creating safe spaces for children in the Valley, with a three-course meal, live music by Stuart Badham-Thornhill, dancing, and a raffle. Tickets cost R250, with proceeds supporting the kids’ projects. Dress is semi-formal, and drinks will be on sale. To book or donate, email info@hands4changeoutreachprojects.co.za.

Flame Lily Foundation: The Flame Lily Foundation – Cape Peninsula will hold its annual Remembrance Service at the Methodist Church in 1st Avenue, Fish Hoek, on Sunday, November 2, from 12.30pm to 1pm. Tea and refreshments will be served. For more information, contact Rosalie on 082 877 1301.

FynbosLIFE Fair: Muizenberg-based non-profit, FynbosLIFE, will host its annual FynbosLIFE Fair on Sunday, November 2, from 10am to 4pm at Zandvlei Lookout. Visitors can browse more than 60 stands featuring fynbos and nature-conservation groups, local fynbos artisans, and interactive educational veld circles. MC and musician Mark Mwaba and speaker Dr Glynis Humphrey will also be part of the event. For more information, visit fynboslife.org.za

Remembrance Parade: The Moths Battledress Shellhole will have its annual Remembrance Parade and service in the Garden of Remembrance on Kommetjie Road in Fish Hoek, on Sunday, November 2, from 11am to 12.30pm. For more information, contact Commander Julie Denham at 082 577 7159 or email battledress.shellhole@gmail.com

Annual General Meetings: 

• The annual general meeting for Peers Hill Neighbourhood Watch will take place on Tuesday,  November 4, at 7pm, in the mini hall at Fish Hoek Primary School. For more information, contact Cliff Shears at 072 712 7109.
• The annual general meeting for Fish Hoek Mobile Meals will take place on Tuesday, November 4, at 10am in the church hall at Fish Hoek Methodist Church in 1st Avenue. fro more information contact Denise Bateman on 0836261399.

Markets: 

• Christmas Market: Saturday, November 4, from 8.30am to 12pm, at the Methodist Church in Fish Hoek. Browse a variety of reasonably priced gifts, enjoy tea or coffee, and snacks. For more information, contact Eileen on 072 997 5883.
• The Glen Road Community Market: Saturday, November 29, from 9am to 2pm, in Glen Road, Glencairn. 32 stalls, hand-made items, stroll through the wetlands, and enjoy scones in Cilla’s Tea Garden. For more information, contact Malinda on 076 541 5887.

Clubs and Activities: 

• Death Cafe – Deep South: First Monday of every month, 6 pm to 7.30 pm at the Fish Hoek Library Hall. Discuss life, death, and being human over tea, coffee, and cake. For more information, contact Dialina on 083 766 2076 or Svea on 072 5339 626.
• South Peninsula Handcraft Centre: Every Thursday, 9.30 am to 12pm, at the Fish Hoek Civic Centre. For more information, contact Dianne Osborne on 072 141 7003.
• Fish Hoek Bridge Club: Every Tuesday at 7.20pm, at St Margaret’s Church Hall. For more information, contact Rob Woodward on 083 300 8280.
• Gerald Jeftha Bridge Club: Every Friday afternoon, at the Fish Hoek Civic Centre. Booking is essential. For more information, contact sidneyosb@gmail.com.

Charity Shop: The Animal Rescue Organisation charity shop is open in Kalk Bay every day except when it rains, including weekends and public holidays, from 9.30am to 4pm, at 70 Main Road, Kalk Bay. Bargains include clothes, antiques, books, and more. For more information, contact aro@animalrescue.org.za or Geraldine on 082 805 5005.