mum's mail pmb and midlands december 2013/january 2014

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Pietermaritzburg & Midlands | Dec 2013 & Jan 201430 000 Free Magazines | www.mumsmail.com

Issue 90

mum’s mail teamEditor:

Alice Leah • [email protected] • 031 - 573 1731 (ext 5) Subeditor:

Brenda Daniels • [email protected] • 073 269 6118Enquiries/Accounts:

Daniella Fensome • 031 - 573 1731 (ext 1 or 3)Adverti sing Sales:

Bev Delew • [email protected] • 031 - 573 1731 (ext 4)Roving Reporter:

Tasha Jardim, 083 381 8483, [email protected]:

Shaun DalzielPhotographer:

Natasha Brooks Photography,082 630 2367, www.natashabrooks.com

3 Editor’s Life4 - 6 Everyday Life7 Wonderbag6 Readers’ Life8 - 9 Healthy Life/Beauti ful Life10 Educated Life11 - 13 Young Life/Party Life14 Tiny Life15 Busy Life

DISCLAIMER: Neither the Publisher, Printer or Editor can be held responsible for damages or consequenc-es of any omissions or errors, as every care is taken to ensure the accuracy of the informati on in Mum’s Mail. We do not guarantee the performance or quality of service of any of the adverti sers in this magazine. No part of Mum’s Mail magazine may be reproduced without the writt en consent of the Editor.

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‘Tis the season to be jolly, fa la la la la, la la, la la... What would make me really jolly at this ti me of the year and what I’d really like in MY Christmas stocking, is for people to re-spond to emails and invitati ons promptly (I’d even be happy with ANY reply albeit three weeks late/r...) I’ve been trying to fathom why people sim-ply don’t hit the “reply” butt on and send a one liner (a simple “No thanks” or “Yes please” or “Can’t do”), and I’m not talking about replies to bulk mails and newslet-ters. I’m talking about specifi c emails and invitati ons sent to specifi c people for a specifi c reason. Now I suspect some people don’t RSVP right away, as they may be waiti ng to see if a bett er off er arises, but I think it is just rude to not reply to your host/hostess by the RSVP date (even earlier than the RSVP deadline would be super polite, effi cient and worthy of some brownie points). My pet hate is when parents don’t reply to party invites, and the school won’t give you the parents’ details to follow up, as that info in “confi denti al”. So what to do – cater for 20 and hope for the best? Seri-ously! Perhaps this just irritates me and nobody else? Aft er all, my enti re business revolves around communica-ti on via email. I’d love to get your feedback on this – [email protected]. Have a safe and happy festi ve season, and I hope all your guests RSVP (and arrive) for your Christmas lunch! Alicexxx


Editor’s Life

Criss Cross ChristmasFab, Festive Show for kids!

SUNCOAST7 - 24 December - 11am - R60Tickets available at Computicket

or at the door.For enquiries contact Ailsa on 083 250 2690.

Call today for an appointmentPietermaritzburg, Parklane Centre

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Hubcaps PizzaHubcaps Woodfi red Pizza, once a pipe dream, is now a revving reality with branches in Morningside, Parlock, Pietermaritzburg and Phoenix. The brainchild of Faizul Ally – Fuzzy – Hubcaps Classic Woodfi red Pizza is driving tastebuds crazy. The ingenious creati on which inspired the iconic legend of the 60s has experienced such enormous success since its incepti on in 2011 – an achievement which can only be att ributed to its “master engineers” Faizul Ally and Izhaar Vally. The explosive combinati on of cre-ati ve ingenuity and fi nancial fl air has made this dynamic duo a recipe for success.

No newcomer to the food industry, Fuzzy is rather a connoisseur with a passion for making it happen. Renowned for his innovati ve, somewhat bizarre creati ons, Faizul, backed by Izhaar, has fi nally designed a masterpiece of a concept: Hubcaps Clas-sic Woodfi red Pizza. Recreati ng the taste and vibe of a nostalgic era, Hubcaps Woodfi red Pizza is created to perfecti on using the freshest, premium ingredients, topped with whimsical whispers of moz-zarella, giving you a symphony of fl avours in a crust of pure nostalgia.

Throughout their history, Hubcaps Pizza has provided quality pizza at a great price, resulti ng in outstanding value for custom-ers. Quality and value are core values at Hubcaps Pizza, but the brand also rep-resents passion, fun, commitment and a focus on family. This spirit comes to life in their “classic automobile” concept which is loved by kids and adults alike around the globe, let alone Africa.

Hubcaps Pizza is an iconic name that reso-nates with customers. Hubcaps takes you on a trip down memory lane, reminiscent of good old-fashioned hospitality, where people cared, where good food made for good ti mes leav-ing you with a truly memorable expe-rience. Hubcaps: creati ng memories, setti ng your inner legend free.

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The Mum’s Mail team wishes you a puuurfectly peaceful festive season and a wonderfully relaxing New Year. Our offi ces will be closed from 13 Dec to 6 Jan. Please visit our fabulous website www.mumsmail.com for anything you might need while we’re away!


Everyday Life

Call today for an appointmentPietermaritzburg, Parklane Centre

033 - 342 4212

Colour or black &white traditional or

contemporary style*One R100 special per family. Appointments essential. R100

payable on booking.

Timeless gift for Christmas

Santa’s Super Special!

Photo session includinga framed 25 x 20cmprint of your choice

R100

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Everyday Life

Shop: 033 - 347 0724

Shop 109, Cascades Shopping Centre,Mc Carthy Drive, Pietermaritzburg

Monday - Friday 7am - 6pm, Saturday 8am - 2pm,Sunday & Public Holidays - Closed

Quinn’s Coconut Oil The buzz in the cooking world at the mo-ment is defi nitely coconut oil. Mum’s Mail staff members were intrigued when issued with large tubs of coconut oil to try out. Here are some of their comments: “I have found this to be very handy in the kitchen. It lasts a long ti me without going rancid, and is great to cook and bake with. It’s healthier than using butt er or marga-rine when baking and we have used it to do the simple things like frying eggs. It leaves you without the greasy fi lm or heaviness you get from using other oils.” Daniella Fensome. “Love it, love it, love it!!! Besides all the health benefi ts, which are numerous, it works wonderfully with everything – no smell or taste of coconut at all! I will defi -nitely carry on using this amazing product that’s for sure.” Bev Delew. “I was baffl ed by how the ‘oil’ changes its consistency from solid to liquid depend-ing on the air temperature. It heated up quickly in the pan, however, and was clear and very light to use.” Brenda Daniels. Cooking with pure, defl avoured coconut oil has loads of benefi ts. It: helps to sta-bilise blood sugar; converts to energy, not fat; helps with cholesterol problems; has anti fungal and anti viral properti es; is organic (so no pesti cides or ferti lisers are used); is a recommended source of en-ergy for athletes. Quinn’s Coconut Oil is available in many parts of the country, including KZN, at most Food Lovers’ Markets, Bright on Health, Oxfords and Foodpak.

Contact: Russell Quinn,

Quinn’s Coconut Oil, 082 898 1769, 082 867 9917,

[email protected], www.quinnspurecoconutoil.co.za.


Everyday Life

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Monday, 16 December8:30am & 12:30pm


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Causes of Co-dependencyNew research reveals that co-dependency is not a terminal illness. The cause of co-dependency is rooted in developmental trauma that happens during the first six months of an infant’s life. This means that if the mother and infant have an insecure attachment (for example: either through extended periods of separation or a de-pressed mother) in the early months, other major developmental milestones will be delayed. One such milestone is the ability to become psychologically separate from parents at around the age of three years old. They cannot separate if they have never bonded with their primary caregiver. Therefore co-dependent patterns tend to re-cycle throughout their lives until the early trauma is identified and healed.

The following are some key indicators of a co-dependent relationship: • You realise the relationship is not good for you and you still do not take action to break the co-dependent patterns. • You find yourself making excuses for you or your partner which help to hide the truth from others. • When you think about changing or leaving the relationship, you feel afraid and cling to it even harder. • When you begin to make some steps to break the destructive patterns, you suffer anxiety, feel scared, alone and empty which increases your longing to re-establish the old co-dependent patterns.

By: Tamryn Sprunt, Counselling Psychologist, 073 632 7269.Source: “Breaking the Co-dependency Trap” By Drs Weinhold & Weinhold.


Healthy Life/Beautiful Life

Unsure whether your problem is big enough to see a psychologist? Contact me or visit my website.

083 290 3069 27 Kirchener Road, Clarendon, Pietermaritzburg

[email protected] • www.cindycoleman.co.za

Managing a family, a home, finances and relationships can become overwhelming. Seeing a psychologist can help to manage these issues both emotionally and practically.I see patients of all ages.Some of the issues I deal with include: • Worries about children (emotional, intellectual, behavioural)• Depression, anxiety and stress• Marital or relationship difficulties• Family transitions

HPCSA: PS0116831Pr. No.: 0860010482285

Tamryn SpruntCounselling Psychologist

M.Soc.Sc (Natal)PS 086 00 081911 • PR 086 002 0197394

073 632 [email protected]

Rooms: 317 Bulwer Rd, Pietermaritzburg

SPecial inteReStS in:• Post-natal depression and

adjusting to being a new mother • Anxiety and depression in

women and relationship issues


Healthy Life/Beautiful Life

Dr Fayeda MahomedMBBCH (Wits) FC Psych (SA)

Practice No: 0220000229850

SPECIALIST PSYCHIATRIST

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Make Labelling a BreezeJitterbugs does printing on a wide range of products suitable for kids, homes and businesses. Products include: Kids’ Labels, Home & Gift Labels, Educational Magnets, Magnetic Reward Charts, Baby on Board Signs, Fabric Ink Stamps, Reward Stickers, Invitations, Party Stickers, Edible Icing Prints, Babygros & T-shirts. Their commercial range includes Magnetic Business Cards and Car Magnets – both invaluable market-ing tools!

The Kids’ Labels include a whole range of labels suitable for labelling school books, stationery, clothes and bags. They come in a choice of sizes and shapes and consist of: bag tags, bottle labels, pencil labels, book labels, shoe labels, iron-on clothes labels, sock sorters, shoe sorters etc. Each pack of labels now comes with clear protective covers to ensure your labels last through even the toughest of school days (and they’re waterproof and microwave safe)! Customised to suit the products for which they are designed, pencil labels are tiny, book labels are perfect for labelling books, and coloured vinyl labels are great for CD cases, mobile phones, sippy cups etc.

Editor of Mum’s Mail, Alice Leah, said: “I received a fabulously colourful, fun and funky parcel of labels from Jitterbugs in less than a week after placing my order. The labels are not the tradi-tional white labels with black print – you customise your back-ground colour and font type and even get to choose from a huge variety of cute pictures to add to the la-bels. Also on offer are keyring-type labels for bag tags. Love!”

Visit the Jitterbugs website to process your order and custom-make your own labels, stickers, t-shirts, photo magnets, magnetic invitations and much more. Ev-eryone’s a designer with Jitterbugs.

Contact: Chantell Papalexis, 031 – 261 1030,

www.jitterbugs.co.za.


Educated Life

2 Quarry Road, Hilton033 - 343 [email protected]

Learning DifficuLties?speciaL neeDs?

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• Improve reading • Build self-esteem & self-confidence

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Young Life/Party Life

• Kids’ party décor • Party furniture

• Jumping castles• Cakes & cupcakes

• Party packs• Paper plates,

cups & serviettesNozie 082 831 6844

[email protected]

We specialise in kiddies’ themed parties, jumping

castles, face painting, cakes and lots more...

Samantha 074 764 3342Sue 084 395 0379BBM: 2A4FCE88

Smartie Party Planners

Book Your Child’s Next Birthday Party With Us!

Natasha084 255 1142

[email protected]

Leaders In TheKids’ Party Industry!

PMB & Upper Highway

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Party PacksThemed Parties

Contact Megan on 072 938 2009

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For Hire

033 - 344 3903

Visit our showroom

• Plain & various themed tables

• Chairs for little ones• Stools for 8 years & older

• Chair & stool covers• Personalised banners• Customised piñatas &

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blessed Christmas & New Year

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Contact Sherri on 083 547 5981

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Christmas Special: Folding Bench Sandpit & Picnic TableA fantasti c Christmas present idea for chil-dren is a Just for Kids Folding Bench Sand-pit. All litt le ones love to play in sand and research has shown that it is an important part of a child’s development. Sand play is frequently used by professional thera-pists. Parents are oft en concerned about how to maintain healthy sand in a sandpit. This Folding Bench Sandpit is uniquely de-signed with two benches which form a lid to prevent cats and dogs from going into the sand when the sandpit is not in use. It also has drainage under the sand which keeps the sand healthy. There is no solid wooden base. Instead, the sandpit is lined with weed-guard. Weed-guard prevents the sand from going through the weed-guard but allows for permanent drainage. Just for Kids also off ers a six-seater Picnic Table for children, perfect for spending ti me outside, for memorable picnics and braais in the garden.

For Christmas, Just for Kids is selling items at discounted rates and is doing a fantas-ti c special combo: buy a Folding Bench Sandpit and a Picnic Table and save even more!

• Folding Bench Sandpit (varnished): R1200 (Save R300!) • Picnic Table (varnished): R1200 (Save R200!) • Combo Sandpit + Picnic Table (var-nished): R2195 (Save R705!)

The items can be collected from the factory in Spring-fi eld Park, Dur-ban. Go to www.justf orkids.co.za to book now.

Contact: 072 227 0985, 083 777 6203,

sarah@justf orkids.co.za.



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My MunchkinThe MyMunchkin journey began with two friends wanti ng to bring unique and beauti ful products to the baby and tod-dler market. Their interest in fi nding edu-cati onal, functi onal and original products that help babies and toddlers learn and grow became a passion and it marked the beginning of a small, online business that has grown from strength to strength.

The MyMunchkin team conti nually search for products that are original and hard to fi nd in South Africa. And the results can be found on the website where consum-ers can place orders directly. Whether it be essenti als or just a “nice to have”, one thing that the team is sure of, is that you will fi nd some special treasures that your litt le ones will love.

Their product range includes nappy bags, books, children’s crockery, nursing covers, comforters, soft toys, nursery accessories, educati onal puzzles, board games, DIY projects, toys, teething necklaces, beach-wear and so much more!

Currently on off er is a special price on their plush, imported play gyms. Save 10% while stocks last! The play gyms are soft and comfortable and come with an arch of hanging toys and a squeak butt on.

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Contact: Natalie & Katharyn, [email protected], 083 625 2138,

www.mymunchkin.co.za.

WIN WIN WIN Mum’s Mail has 1 x MyMunchkin hamper to give

away to 1 lucky reader. Visit www.mumsmail.com to enter.


Tiny Life

Kaamani 073 222 [email protected]

www.manners4minors.com

Co-curricular or extra-mural course at your school, on a weekly basis

by a trained Ms Manners.Create children prepared for the

future with good manners & social skills, an attitude of willingness to please, respect, awareness of choice of behaviour, acceptance

of consequences, empathy, consideration of the feelings of

others, conscience and confi dence.Private and holiday classes also offered

Shobana SinghPR. NO: 0203750

Speech Therapist

Suite 104, St Anne’s HospitalTel: 033 - 342 4701Cell: 072 399 4189

[email protected]

SPECIAL INTERESTS

• Reading & Spelling

• Stroke Rehabilitation

• Paediatric &

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ADULTS & CHILDREN

Babies: Hillcrest: 084 577 7630Toddlers: Ballito: 076 222 2946 • Kloof: 083 259 2746

• Pietermaritzburg: 083 445 1441

• Stimulates all the senses and promotes learning • Develops perceptual motor skills • Unique range of climbing and clambering equipment • Original Clamber Club action songs and exciting props • Gives parents great stimulation ideas for home

Mother and Baby and Toddler Weekly Stimulation Classes

2 Months to

3 Years

headoffi [email protected] • www.clamberclub.com


Busy LifeDECEMBER/JANUARY AWARENESS DAYS

• Prevention of Injuries Month • 1 Dec: World AIDS Day • 3: International Day of Disabled Persons • 3: National Transplant Day • 5: International Volunteers Day • 9: World Patient Safety Day • 10: International Human Rights Day • 16: Day of Reconciliation • 25: Christmas Day • 26: Day of Goodwill • 31: New Year’s Eve • 1 Jan: New Year’s Day • 27: World Leprosy Day

ARTS & CULTURE• ART JOURNALING: Weekday mornings, Hilton, 033 – 343 3838, 082 758 4652, Rose• HARTS (HOWICK ART SOCIETY) EXHIBITION: 2 – 12 Dec, Howick Library• EMBROIDERY WORKSHOP (FOR CHILDREN 7–12 YEARS): 9 – 11 Dec, 10am – 12pm, Hilton Library, 073 188 9638, Rhoda Gray, R70/R120• MIDLANDS WRITERS’ CIRCLE: Tues 31 Dec, 2pm, Rivendell Farm, 082 464 4026, Rob Preston-Whyte, [email protected]

BUSINESS MEETINGS• KINGDOM BUSINESS NETWORKING BREAKFAST: Monthly, 8.30am, The Coffeeberry, Cascades Mall, Belinda, [email protected]• WOMEN IN BUSINESS MONTHLY MEETINGS: 13 Nov, 8am – 10am, Ascot Conference Centre, [email protected], R95 (members), R120 (non-members)

CHARITY• GROWING PARKS: Jumping castle – all funds go to the upkeep of the park, every Sat & Sun, 9.30am – 4.30pm, Chase Valley Rd Park , [email protected], FREE• REMEMBRANCE/TREE OF LIGHTS SERVICE: 6 Dec, 6pm, Msunduzi Hospice, 206 Zwartkop Rd, Prestbury, 033 – 344 1560, [email protected], R30 for lights• FRIENDS OF HOSPICE DANCE: 7 Dec, 7pm, Truro Hall, Msun-duzi Hospice, 033 – 344 1560, [email protected], R80 per couple• CELEBRATING THOSE WHOM WE LOVE: 11 Dec, 5.30pm, Howick Hospice, 033 – 330 5257, Mel

COURSES/WORKSHOPS• JUST BOUTIQUE (HEALTH, BEAUTY, CRAFT & FOOD WORKSHOPS): Monthly, various dates, Athlone, 033 – 342 4984, 084 587 0880, www.justboutique.net, Lara Edmonds, [email protected] • BELLY DANCE LESSONS FOR BEGINNERS: Various dates, Belly Chique Belly Dance Studio, PMB, 082 485 3908, Vanessa• LEARN ALL ABOUT HERBS WITH HILTON’S HERBOLOGIST: Month-ly, Hilton, 082 808 1519, Diane Aldworth, [email protected]• PERSONALISED MAKE-UP LESSONS & LADIES’ WORKSHOPS: By arrangement, 079 541 2551, Jacqui, [email protected]• POSTNATAL CLASSES FOR MOMS & BABIES (0–6 MONTHS): Wed, 10am – 12pm, St Anne’s Hospital, Stork’s Nest, 033 – 897 5309, Sr Kate Paine, [email protected]• LIFE COACHING EXCLUSIVELY FOR WOMEN: Fri, 8am – 10am, weekly/biweekly, Vlei Rd, Hilton, Cherri, [email protected]• 3D BUSINESS CONSULTING: PERSONAL FINANCIAL INTELLIGENCE WORKSHOP: Early evenings/Sat mornings, 2 hours, Montrose, 033 – 347 1702, Belinda, [email protected], R250 p.p. • USUI REIKI (LEARN TO HEAL YOURSELF, OTHERS & ANIMALS): 7 & 14 Dec, Gaia Centre, 072 971 8450, www.gaiacentre.co.za, Hayley Rautenback, [email protected], R1800

EDUCATION• BOOKS2YOU BOOK FAIRS: Various dates & times, schools in PMB, Weenen & Greytown, 031 – 705 7744, Kathy, [email protected]• CRICKET SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE: Holiday clinics, private & group coaching, birthday parties, various dates & times, PMB, 083 964 9460, www.cricketschool.co.za, Graeme

ENTERTAINMENT• CORNER POST DAILY SPECIALS: Weekday lunch, Tues night, Wed night, Sun lunch, pensioner tea/coffee, Howick, 033 – 330 7636, www.cornerpost.co.za • BARBZ CAFÉ & DELI (VENUE HIRE & PRIVATE CATERING): Gowrie Village, Nottingham Rd, 033 – 266 6773, Barbara or Marian, [email protected]• THE BEST OF MY YEAR (CHRISTOPHER DUIGAN): 1 Dec, 5pm, Hil-ton College Theatre, Hilton• ‘TIS THE SEASON (MARION LOUDEN): 22 Dec, Rhumbelow The-atre, Allan Wilson Shellhole, Durban Rd, PMB, 0861 915 8000 (Com-puticket) , Roland, [email protected]

LEISURE• NATURE WALKS: Various days & times, Hilton, various venues, 072 620 2853, www.hiltonvillage.co.za, [email protected]• INCHANGA CHOO CHOO STEAM TRAIN: Monthly, 8.30am & 12.30pm, Kloof to Inchanga Station Craft Market (return), 082 353 6003, www.umgenisteamrailway.co.za • MINIATURE LIVE STEAM TRAINS: 1st Sun monthly (1 Dec), 10am – 4pm, 78 Rudling Rd, Bisley, 082 557 2119, Andries Keyser, PMB Model Engineering Society , R6• PLAY DAYS (BIG INDOOR PLAYGROUND): Daily 9am – 5pm, Tues – Sun (closed Mon), Camps Drift Park, 073 672 6122 , Kate , R35 per child• PONIES FOR PARTIES: Pony rides for birthday parties, bazaars, fundraisers, Ashburton or at your venue, 083 460 7643, Gael White-ley, [email protected] • HILTON HARRIERS RUN: Thurs, 5.30pm, Old Main Brewery, Hilton, 083 301 4048• HILTON HARRIERS RUN: Last Thurs monthly , Opposite Hilton Ho-tel, Hilton, 083 301 4048• SUGAR BAY HOLIDAYS: From 6 Dec, North Coast, 032 – 485 3778, www.sugarbay.co.za, [email protected]• HOLIDAY BOOT CAMPS (CHILDREN): 11, 12 & 13 Dec, Giba Valley, 082 782 6432, www.boot-camp.co.za

MARKETS• HAMPSTEAD MARKET: Handmade goods, last Sat monthly, 9am – 2pm, Hamptstead Farm, Bishopstowe, 076 676 0760, Tracey van der Walt, [email protected]• PIETERMARITZBURG SPCA MORNING MARKETS: 1st & last Sat monthly, 8am – 12pm, 235 Woodhouse Rd, 033 – 386 9267• EVENING MARKET: 1st Fri monthly, 3pm – 6pm, Sue Tarr’s & La Popote, Dennis Shepstone Drive, Hilton, 033 – 343 1448• HOUSE OF HEART EMPORIUM MONTHLY MARKET: Last Sat monthly, 9am – 2pm, Dunrobin Garden Centre, 31 Warwick Rd, PMB, 076 788 2052, Nada• INCHANGA CRAFT MARKET: Last Sun monthly, 9am – 3pm, Inchanga Station & Railway Museum, 076 564 6357, [email protected]• KARKLOOF FARMERS’ MARKET: Sat, 7am – 11am, 2.6km outside Howick on Karkloof Rd (access on D507), 082 820 8986, Andrea• MOUNTAIN VIEW CRAFT MARKET: Sat, Sun & Public Holidays, 10am – 4pm, Mountain View, 033 – 390 6311, Lee-Ann, [email protected]• PMB FARMERS’ MARKET: Sat, 6am, Alexandra Park, 082 886 0687• 4TH MIDLANDS BEE MARKET: 14 Dec, 9am – 4pm, Lynwood Club, Diane, [email protected]• HILTON’S POSH MARKET: 16 Dec, 3pm, Protea Hotel, Hilton, 072 654 9779, www.hiltonvillage.co.za, [email protected]• ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES FAIR: 29 Dec, 9am – 1pm, Lower Quarry Centre, Hilton

MEETINGS• THE ASHLEY RESIDENTS’ NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH FUN DAY: 7 Dec, 9am-4pm, Gelofte Skool, Pinetown, 084 611 1811

OTHER• THERMOSCAN (RADIATION-FREE BREAST CANCER SCREENING): Tues, Midlands Medical Centre, PMB, 082 375 3805, Marcelle, [email protected]• THERMOSCAN (RADIATION-FREE BREAST CANCER SCREENING): Thurs, Howick Health Centre, Howick, 082 375 3805, Marcelle, [email protected]• THERMOSCAN (RADIATION-FREE BREAST CANCER SCREENING): By special request, Fordoun Spar, Nottingham Rd, 082 375 3805, Marcelle, [email protected]• HOITTY TOITTY CUPCAKES & CAKES (BIRTHDAY CAKES): By ar-rangement, 079 517 2220, Yola, [email protected]• FREE RABIES CLINIC: Wed, 1pm – 2pm, Umgeni Vet, Hilton, 033 – 343 4316• SATORI FARM (FOR HOLIDAYS & WORKSHOPS): KZN Midlands, 082 551 7402, Louise, [email protected]• BAYNESFIELD ESTATE CHRISTMAS COUNTRY FAIR: 8 Dec, 10am, Baynesfield Estate, PMB, 033 – 251 0042, [email protected]• GOWRIE CHRISTMAS MARKET: 14 Dec, 8am, Gowrie Village, [email protected]

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