The Muizenberg Historical Conservation Society will be firing its cannon from the stoep of Het Posthuys, the oldest building on the False Bay coastline, in commemoration of the Battle of Muizenberg (6 August 1795) on Saturday August 5 at 11am. The society will be auctioning the privilege of lighting the fuse of the cannon to the highest bidder.Snacks and beverages will be served after the firing. This year, there will not be a talk on the battle itself, but visitors are invited to visit the museum and become members of the society at an annual cost of R50 or R80 for families. For more information, email babrius2@mweb.co.za