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What's Happening in September 2010

The Midlands is alive with the hustle and bustle of country life at its best. Catering to all needs, the Midlands offers some of the finest adventure, relaxation, authentic experiences, shopping, cuisine and accommodation in South Africa. Many of our members are award-winning and reputed worldwide for their excellence and unique offerings in addition to being home to the finest Mountain biking tracks and some of the largest sporting events in the country. To mention just a few of our award-winners - Hartford Country House, Fordoun, Karkloof Spa and Fernhill Hotel.

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September 2010 Calendar
Wednesday, 1 September 2010

IN TRANSITION - FROM OIL DEPENDENCY TO LOCAL RESILIENCE

IN TRANSITION' A movement of communities worldwide responding creatively and proactively to peak oil and climate change seeing them as an historic opportunity to build the world anew.

Where: Tanglewood Country House Donation R10 to Conservancy funds 5.30pm for 6pm

Contact: Nicky Mann Please book if you are staying for supper 084 645 5619 or 033 234 4366

THE JESS FOORD FOUNDATION. HANDBAG COLLECTION & PAMPER DAY AT ALADDIN'S CORNER

Inspirational talk by Jes Foord, Rape Survivor. After Jes's rape and ordeal, she started a Rape Crisis centre. There will be a collection for bags filled with goodies for donation to the Jes Foord foundation. Cash donations for this worthy cause can be made in lieu of buying goodies or handbags. Prizes, discount vouchers & talks. Loads of fun too!

Where: Aladdin's Corner, 2 Robin Road, Central Nottingham Road @ 10.30 a.m. R45pp, incuding coffee, tea and a lovely spring spread.

Contact: RSVP Louise 033 266 6460 Book today! Limited seating but loads of standing room

Friday, 3 September 2010

Wine Tasting

Wine Tasting for KZN Wildlife. Promotions & prizes to be won, and more...

Where: Midlands Liberty Mall, Pietermaritzburg

Contact: 033 341 9510

Saturday, 4 September 2010

Karkloof Farmers' Market 3rd Birthday

Clome and celebrate our 3rd birthday. Special offers, gie aways & fresh produce

Where: Karkloof Farmers' Market, Karkloof, Howick

Contact: Andrea 082 820 8986

Friday, 10 September 2010

MICHAELHOUSE THEATRE : BLOOD ORANGE

Based on the novel by Tray Blacklaws. Directed by Greig Coetzee & performed by Craig Morris

Where: Schlesinger Theatre, Michaelhouse, Balgowan

Contact: Michelle 033 234 1139 or muchun@michaelhouse.org

SPRING DAY HIGH TEA

Enjoy a variety of High Tea Treats on the deck at Fernhill for R65 per person. From 2.00 pm to 5.00 pm

Where: Fernhill Hotel, R103, Tweedie

Contact: Reception on 033 330 5071

Saturday, 11 September 2010

Pinotage on Tap Wine Festival

All the wine you can drink. Chocolate fountain, food hampers, entertainment for all ages, fun, games & prizes. Live music. Accommodation and transport to and from festival also available. Booking essential.

Where: Meander Fine Wines, Piggly Wiggly Farm Stall, R103, The Dargle, Kwazulu Natal

Contact: Trevor Gower, Meander Fine Wines, 083 452 3350. Deidre, Diemersfontein, 021 864 5050

Wednesday, 15 September 2010

WINE TASTING CAPE LEGENDS ROADSHOW

Break the hiberntaion and join us for evening of tasting with 12 of the "Cape Legend" wine farms. Good wine, good food and good friends.

Where: The Wine Cellar & Mouse Trap, R103, Rosetta

Contact: Sarah or Margie on 033 267 7044

Thursday, 16 September 2010

DINNER THRILLER : A STRANGE CASE OF HESTER CILLIERS - Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre

A classy, period ?whodunnit? in a classic ?murder thriller style?. It's 1909. Six guests dine with the Randlord and his wife. After dinner, a gruesome murder is committed, and you?ll have to unravel the mystery and guess who did it and why.

Where: Netherwood & Blueberry Hill, Nottingham Road

Contact: Lindy Bradford, 033 263 1532, 083 412 9503. bradford@bundunet.com, or Anna Bruce 083 683 9834, annab@lantic.net

Saturday, 18 September 2010

4TH ANNUAL CONTEMPORARY ART SALE

Works from both ArtWorks Gallery, Hilton & ArtSPACE, Durban

Where: The ArtWorks Gallery, Hilton

Contact: Terri Broll on 083 477 5599, or 031 312 0793

TOUCH RUGBY TOURNAMENT

Music all day, jumping castles for kids, lots of prizes. Lunch & Supper available. Family & friends welcome From 8.30 am registration ? late into the evening

Where: Lions River Club, The Dargle

Contact: Craig Cameron ? 0824122883 www.touch-rugby.co.za

Sunday, 19 September 2010

4TH ANNUAL CONTEMPORARY ART SALE

Works from both ArtWorks Gallery, Hilton & ArtSPACE, Durban

Where: The ArtWorks Gallery, Hilton

Contact: Terri Broll on 083 477 5599, or 031 312 0793

Thursday, 23 September 2010

KARKLOOF FARMERS'EVENING MARKET

Night market celebrating the 3rd birthday of Karkloof Farmers' Market. Live music, dinner & tasty treats. From 17h30 to 21h00

Where: Karkloof Farmers' Market, Karkloof Road, Howick

Contact: Andrea 082 820 8986

Saturday, 25 September 2010

BERGTRAILS GAME TRAIL

Ride to mountains through private game reserve. Free camping or alternative accommodation.

Where: Bergrails, Kamberg

Contact: Kamberg Office : 033 2677227 Rick :082 9322255 Patrick : 082 8310129 Heidi : 082 4417926

Sunday, 26 September 2010

BERGTRAILS GAME TRAIL

Ride to mountains through private game reserve. Free camping or alternative accommodation.

Where: Bergrails, Kamberg

Contact: Kamberg Office : 033 2677227 Rick :082 9322255 Patrick : 082 8310129 Heidi : 082 4417926