What's on in the far south
What’s Ons: Your weekly guide to upcoming events, markets, clubs, and community activities in the area.
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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
Fish Hoek Garden Club: The Fish Hoek Garden Club will meet on Wednesday, October 15, at 7pm in the minor hall at the Fish Hoek civic centre. Visitors pay R20. Horticulturist and flower show judge Louise Nurrish will talk about her indigenous nursery, Living Roots, part of U-Turn, and share tips for preparing exhibits for the flower show on Saturday, November 1. Members are encouraged to bring items from their gardens for the Fison’s Cup. For more information, email fishhoekgardenclub@gmail.com.
Flame Lily Foundation: The Flame Lily Foundation – Cape Peninsula will hold its monthly tea and refreshments at 10am on Wednesday, October 22, at the Fish Hoek Bowling Club, Central Circle, Fish Hoek. A plate of snacks would be appreciated. The morning will include Grocery Bingo. For more information, contact Rosalie on 082 877 1301.
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.
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 Meeting: 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.
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, October 25, 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: Writers’ Club – Fish Hoek Scribblers: Thursday, October 16, from 5.30pm to 7.30pm at the Fish Hoek Library meeting room. Author Leigh Barrett will explore fictional synesthesia. Beginner writers welcome. Bring pen and paper, R10 towards the venue, and a beverage. For more information, contact Leigh via WhatsApp on 079 815 0659 or perspective.editorial@gmail.com
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.