MOUNTAIN BACKPACKERS meet 2pm, 5 Sept, at Krantzkloof picnic site, for a 5km hike upriver to see Mpiti and Porcupine Falls. R15pp. Call 083 621 1687

DURBAN RAMBLERS HIKE at Impithi Nature Reserve, meet 1.45pm, 5 Sept, in front of Gillitts Post Office. R5pp. Braai afterwards. Call Lois 031 767 2969

AMBLERS HIKING CLUB, 2pm, 6 Sept, hike fro Bluff viewsite to the naval guns and the Millennium tower viewsite. R20pp. Turn off Lighthouse Rd at to of the Bluff, into the army camp. Call David 072 615 0559

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6. PRODUCTS & SERVICES

WEBSITES

What you have been waiting for a simple affordable way for you to have a website.

5 pages,
5 images,
5 email addresses,
your own domain name

R550.00 includes the purchase of your own domain name, R220.00 / month for hosting and emails.

www.webconsultants.co.za

TAR KING: Asphalt driveways etc. if anyone needs or knows of anyone who needs their driveway done, call Ross 076 493 2354 - TAR KING - voted the best asphalt company in KZN since 2005!

PROFILE CREATIONS: Manufacturers of custom made product utilising PVC,PU, Paper or Book Bound Leather. We develop and design product to meet your specific requirements. Specialist Manufacturers of: Files; Corporate & Conference Stationery Products; Travel Stationery Product; Packaging – Promotional & Products; Hospitality Stationery; Sample Swatching; Educational Training Products; Presentation Folios. contact Janine 079 509 6568

CUBIC SOUND is an importer of Professional Sound equipment and established to not only provide equipment and advice on sound equipment, but also to promote local music in any possible way we can. To this end we have set up a website which includes a Gig Guide. I would like to invite you to visit my site, www.cubicsound.co.za and to register on the site and then submit your events/gig on the gig guide. There is no charge for this service and I will not be sending out mass e-mails to people who register on the site

HOUSE SITTING: Professional Lady offering to look after your home and take care of your animals whilst you are away. For peace of mind look no further. Book now for December. Contact Tammy 072 419 4658

C&H PRINTING: Charmaine Labuschagne 031 700 2477 / henrylab@webmail.co.za - We do T-Shirt printing, mugs with photo or logos, Business cards, Magnetic signs and Signage boards

THE SOAP SHOP: Stocked with handmade bath and body products made from Natural Bases with Essential Oils. Glycerine Soap Tubes and Essential Oils on Sale. Opposite Michaelhouse School at the Syringa Courtyard, KZN Midlands. For more information contact 033 234 4720

ARROW PRINT, PMB: Design, Layout & Printing from single to full colour. Constructive, personal advice. Creative, innovative graphics and layout. Top class reproduction, with your choice of any medium, colour & volume no matter how small or large! Contact Linda 082 865 0262 / 033 342 2317 / linda@arrowprint.co.za

OZONE FIRE SERVICES, PMB: HANDY TIP! INSTALL SMOKE DETECTORS Check Smoke detectors once a month and change batteries at least once a year. Smoke detectors sense abnormal amounts of smoke or invisible combustion gases in the air. They can detect both smoldering and burning fires. At least one smoke detector every 200sq m should be installed on every level of a structure. Contact 033 267 7857 / 033 267 7498 / info@ozonefire.co.za

HOME MAINTENANCE SERVICES: We are a small business dedicated to assisting our clients in the upgrading, maintenance and general repair of their homes. All jobs are owner supervised. Free quotes. Reasonable rates. Excellent finishing. Contact Craig White 031 767 4926 / 082 567 5684 / hms@vox.co.za or visit www.home-maintenance-services.blogspot.com

LARGE FORMAT PRINTING... up to max width 594mm max length 30 metres. Gloss, vinyl, canvas, matte, etc etc etc. Available now. Contact Clint@clintgriffin.com

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7. EMPLOYMENT & BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES - Offered & Wanted

LOVE FOOTBALL? RTS/Runningball is a leading company which provides live feedback on soccer games. We are looking for commentators to cover games for the 2009 PSL season South Africa (you must be based in South Africa). Do You love Football? join our team! Get paid to watch Football. This is a part time job. You will work during Football season and only during the time of the game. We pay approx R430 per game covered. We are looking for reliable and professional people with good knowledge of the sport. Visit http://webmail1.konsoleh.co.za/dimp/ for more info or www.africatravelnetwork.net or call Simon 072 291 3187

PART TIME employment opportunity available with BEST OF THE MIDLANDS, a small business based in Balgowan, KZN. Initially 2 days/week involving customer liaison & processing of customer orders, communication with suppliers & processing invoices, possible marketing role to promote business & increase customer base. Computer skills essential. Good attention to detail & excellent communication skills required. Contact 084 407 3000 / 033 234 4391 / deliveries@thenet.co.za

SENIOR BOOKEEPER: Accounting Practice requires the services of an experienced bookkeeper. Extended previous employment in a professional accountant's office essential. Fax abbreviated CV to Dave 086 555 2718

DATA CAPTURER: Accounting Practice requires the services of Data Capturer. Minimum 1 year's experience in Pastel and Excel. English and Afrikaans. Fax abbreviated CV to Dave 086 555 2718

ESSENTIAL HERBAL PRODUCTS is a small business, specialising in the purchase of bulk products and retailing them at affordable prices: Essential oils, Blending oils, Herbs, Herbal teas, Glyscrin Soap, Natural liquid soap, Moulds, Candle wax, Wicks, Moulds ,Body butters, Body scrubs, Natural creams, Tinctures, etc & recipes to help. Contact Edward 082 922 3066 in Westville to see the Shop, or visit www.essentialherbs.co.za - Agents wanted countrywide

EXCELLENT BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY: International company. 25 years old. A unique patented system that reverses aging, reduces cellulite, encourages hair regrowth. Come in to a presentation and see the immediate effects of a treatment. Seeing is believing. You will see the treatment being done in front of you to half a person’s face so you can see the dramatic results for yourself. Invest R11 600, earn R20 000 per month OR invest R3 600, earn R8 000 per month. Full training and mentoring provided. For dates and venue of the presentation, call Kasturi 082 483 9625 / 031 301 2728 (o/h) / 031 201 0751 (a/h)

URGENTLY REQUIRED sales executive.  Due to the rapid growth of the new publication AFRICA TALKS www.africatalks.co.za - which is a free distribution newspaper creating an awareness of Africa through conservation, responsible tourism, community development, book reviews, wildlife charities and research, we are looking for sales executives to sell advertising on a commission basis.  Please email africatalks@netfocus.co.za with a short CV and/or for further information

EMPLOYMENT OFFERED: Conscientious person required to service swimming pools in KZN Highway area. Must have drivers license and vehicle. We are expanding this section of the business - so far enough work for 2 full days per week (Mondays & Fridays). Would suit pensioner seeking additional income, or younger person who enjoys outdoor work in pleasant surroundings. Reply to corlett@sybaweb.co.za / 082 807 8413

 
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8. TRAINING, WORKSHOPS & TALKS etc

PET GROOMING AS A CAREER: Comprehensive 6 week practical training course offered. Turn your passion for pets into a profitable and incredibly rewarding career. For details contact Mandy on 031 201 1007

LEARN THE MAGIC ART OF INDIAN HEAD MASSAGE: Comprehensive 1 day workshop offered. Suitable for both the professional therapist and the lay person. For details contact Heather 083 791 1007 or Yavanee 031 312 0881 / 082 925 7930

MEDITATION WITH STEPHANIE ALEXANDER, 5.15pm, 4, 11, 18 & 25 Sept, at MACS, Pietermaritzburg. Towards a quiet mind, a six part course led by Stephanie Alexander on meditation, covering a wide variety of techniques to experiment with and choose from. Suitable for beginners and those with more experience who would like to refresh and expand their practice. Each session will be 1 hour. Cost: R475 (MACS members) and R495 (non-MACS members) for 6 session course. Places are limited. Booking is essential. Phone 033 386 6500 to book

HIGHWAY HOMEWORK CENTRE opening soon in Dawncliffe, Westville, close to N2, N3 & M13. Safe environment, secure parking. Qualified, experienced educators with extensive knowledge of syllabi for all Grades. Remedial English lessons and focused group lessons also available. Contact Pinky Padayachee 031 266 5599 / 083 797 1762 or Nicole Peterson 082 736 6056

FOCUS ON THE FAMILY AFRICA with Rob Parsons - Family Seminar, 6pm, 4 Sept, ICC Durban. A not-to-be-missed seminar based on wisdom and sound advice, that will inspire and encourage you to make a difference in your family. Rob Parsons's books, such as ‘Sixty Minute Father’ and ‘Sixty Minute Marriage’ have made it onto best-seller lists: his recently completed book ‘Sixty Minute Family’ describes ten things that can make – or break – a family including the ‘affair’, laughter, and the power of the tongue (for good and ill). His personal insights into the world of Teenagers, and his wisdom concerning Money and its Management ensure a diverse and well researched Family Seminar, that will have relevance for all aspects of family life, and all types of family dynamics. Join us for a not-to-be-missed evening. R250pp includes finger supper & complimentary parking. Contact 031 716 3300 / events@fotf.co.za or visit www.safamily.co.za

If you have always wanted to learn the art of creative expression through COPYWRITING, don't miss our short course: WRITING SKILLS FOR COPYWRITERS, starting 8 September, at Vega's Westville Campus. For more info, or to enrol, contact Delaine 031 266 2595 / dpillay@vegaschool.com

DESERT SANDS brings you the mystery of the feminine fitness and sensuality formula. Learn the secrets of the Middle East to strengthen your core. Join in September and bring a friend for half price. NOW IN GLENWOOD! Please contact 082 933 3489 / desertsands@webmail.co.za

BRENDA ECKSTEIN INTERNATIONAL Communication Skills Training - HOW TO GET YOUR POINT ACROSS: 1-5pm, 8 September, Chamber House, Royal Showgrounds, PMB. Poor communication is often stated as a major problem in business. This applies to external and internal communication. It also prevents progress. Improve your skills in a 4-hour training session and you’ll get better results when communicating. TRAINER: Brenda Eckstein – Communication Skills Training Expert. R510pp. Discounts apply for multiple participants from one firm. During the workshop you will learn to: Organise information quickly and easily; Save time when preparing verbal and written communication; Structure your message by applying a simple formula which you practise during the workshop using examples relevant to you; Confidently use that formula for written communication – letters (business and personal), notices, magazine articles, reports; Use the same versatile formula for verbal communication – getting your point across to one person, speaking in front of a group, doing presentations, participating in meetings; Graciously and confidently respond when asked to ‘say a few words’; Add life to presentations; Check that you are sending the right message. To book, contact Brenda or Jo-Anne 033 342 5432 / Fax: 086 5188 205 / brenda@strategy-leadership.com

LATERAL THINKING WORKSHOP FOR FUNDRAISING IDEAS, 8.30am-4.30pm, 8 Sept, at St Philomena’s, 92 Rippon Rd, Sydenham, Dbn. Walk out with 100 new functional fundraising ideas. Times are tough for all non-profit organisations and we are ALL in the same boat. “How do we get money, and fast” is foremost on our minds. R200 includes lunch, 2 teas and a wealth of new fundraising opportunities employing Lateral Thinking Tools. Payment in advance only, in order to confirm your booking. Contact Jacqui 031 208 4187 / pro@stphils.org.za

Durban Salsa starts two simultaneous 6-week SALSA BEGINNERS COURSES: Wednesday 9 September at Panama Room, 178 Stamford Hill Rd, Dbn, at 7.30pm - and Thursday 10 September at Reform Club, Florida Rd (above Nando's), Dbn, at 7pm. First lesson free! No partner necessary, no dance experience required. Costs R400pp. For more info contact Stephanie 074 112 2818 or visit www.durbansalsa.co.za

ANGELS, ARCHANGELS & SPIRIT GUIDES WORKSHOP, 7-10pm, 12 Sept or 4-7pm, 13 Sept, at the Durban International Psychic & Astrology Festival, Suncoast Casino. This workshop teaches students about the Heavenly Realms where beautiful, helpful Sentient Beings reside. How we can invoke their energies to daily assist, guide & protect us. Students will learn who Guides, Helpers, Angels and Archangels are, their purpose in our lives, their power days, colours & chakric relation to us, how to write to them to release blockages & manifest positive abundance. Students will experience a meditation, learning how to connect with their Guardian Angel and the prime function of this magnificent Being. Also part of the workshop is learning how to conduct Angel card readings, interpreting messages from Spirit through candle flames and why the presence of feathers can grab our attention. I will also share interesting information such as how the human passes on, what happens on the Other Side and how we create our sacred life contract with the Council of Light prior each incarnation. This incredibly enlightening workshop will be empowered with Angelic energy and wisdom and will allow you to capture moments and knowledge from the Celestial dimensions that will accompany you throughout your life. Angel cards/kits on promotion an hour prior to the workshop. R350pp incl a beautifully bound booklet. Reserved booking, limited seating. Contact Shalini Govindasamy [RMA Reg. Usui Reiki Master Teacher] 072 428 3431

The BODY BALANCE ACTIVATION TECHNIQUE - 3 day Course, 13, 19 & 20 Sept (Sunday, Saturday, Sunday) - all three days must be attended. This hands on healing technique unlocks the body's inner wisdom to activate healing, assisting the release of accumulated energy charges stored in the cells of the body, allowing the body to heal at a cellular level. For more information, contact Tracy White 031 767 4926 / 082 668 4163 / tracyw@absamail.co.za or visit  www.bodybalanceactivation.blogspot.com

Guided Meditation Therapy Institute – GMTI – presents A JOURNEY OF HEALING (Help Heal Others): LEARN THE ART OF PAST LIFE REGRESSION – 2 day practitioner training programme, 9am-3pm, 15/16 or 19/20 or 22/23 or 26/27 Sept. The world is fast becoming enthralled with this amazing phenomena Best sellers such as “Journey of the souls” and “Many Masters many lives” have enticed millions of people from all walks of life into the amazing world of past life regression. Did you know SA has its own leading team of PLR experts? John Dutton is the Founder of the GMTI/SAMHA, Principal Researcher and Author of the book “Behind The Hypnotist’s Eyes”. Internationally accredited, together with his team, he has worked with thousands of clients and completed successful research over the last ten years. Meet us 11-13 Sept, at Stand 25 The International Psychic & Astrology Fair, Durban. Limited size workshops due to practical nature. R2500pp includes all materials and food, Certification as a GMTI Past Life Regression Practitioner & Free Membership to SAMHA. Early bird bookings save R500 if you book before 14 Sept. Bookings 031 201 0798 / jdowls@yebo.co.za

EXCITING PENDULUM DOWSING WORKSHOP welcomes all people with an open mind, 8.30am-1.30pm, 19 Sept or 24 Oct, at Albion Guest House, 7 Davaar Place, Morningside, Durban. Empowering you to access your intuition to make correct choices that will benefit your health and much more: Determine energy imbalances; Balance chakras; Find suitable remedies / supplements; Ease emotional stress; Find lost objects. R350pp. Bookings Christine Hardy 082 373 5460 / christineh@tsol.co.za

ZULU LESSONS: Would you like to speak basic Zulu? In our 10 week beginners' course, you will learn greetings, questions and answers, and how to give instructions. You will also receive notes. For just R1 495, our next course starts on Tues 29 Sept. For more info, email Waleska: waleska@pensa.co.za

USUI REIKI 12 week course - 21 Sept - 30 Nov, Durban. Includes levels I, II and advanced (IIIa). Small classes, max six to eight students, once a week for 3 hours over 12 weeks, either mornings from 9am until 12pm, or evenings from 6pm until 9pm. For more information and next class dates contact Tracy White 031 767 4926 / 082 668 4163 / tracyw@absamail.co.za  or visit www.the-energy-centre.blogspot.com - Booking essential

DISCOVER YOUR FACULTIES - Fundraiser – Companies: you spend money on training. Do you send staff for product training? Do you send staff for sales training? Do you send them for job related skills training? YES. That is all-important. However, what is the use unless they have the motivation to go back and implement your training? A positive approach is everything, especially in this climate. You need flourishing employees in order for the company to flourish. Let our Fundraising partners show you how. To book contact Jacqui Osz 031 208 4187 / pro@stphils.org.za or join the Facebook group: www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=123909928621#/event.php?eid=123909928621

PIGEON PREGNANCY SEMINAR, central Westville venue, September: we tell you what no one else does! Cost R350pp. Pre-booking essential. Sharing some of the unshared secrets, information and tips! This seminar is a must for all expecting moms, and even those planning pregnancy. Contact Mandy 082 3499970 / theyogacompany@gmail.com

WORKSHOP with DOREEN VIRTUE, acclaimed angel intuitive, in DURBAN! Thursday, 8 October, presented by Hay House South Africa. Doreen calls the workshop "Connecting with the Angels" and says: “I will take the audience through Angel Therapy demonstrations and conduct angel readings for audience members, as well as discuss angels, who they are, why they want to help us, how to hear the angels' guidance, healing with the angels, etc.” Bookings through Computicket now open. Doreen will be in Cape Town on 10 Oct and Jhb on 11 Oct. Hay House gives all their profit to charity and this year have donated R1.5 million to NOAH - Nurturing Orphans of AIDS for Humanity www.noahorphans.org.za - totalling R5-million in 4 years! Thank you for helping us help the children of South Africa :) More info at http://doreenvirtuellc.com/ or www.hayhouse.co.za

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9. ACCOMMODATION - Available/Required

CROWHURST - Stunning 5 Star 100 year old Guest House situated in Kloof. Modern comfort and classic elegance together with old world charm and luxury. A beautiful  setting for Intimate Weddings, Special Occasions & Executive Conferencing. Tel June 031 767 5202

Margaret works at a school in the NORTHLANDS AREA OF DURBAN NORTH, and requires accommodation in exchange for after hours help. She is good with children and pets and housekeeping. Excellent References available. Please contact Jenny 083 485 0477

To let: OFFICES IN KLOOF: Reception area with 8 small separate offices.  Plus kitchenette, toilet. Plenty of secure parking. Conveniently situated off M13. Please call June 031 767 5202

To let: DUPLEX, Pietermaritzburg: Spacious, secure Duplex – 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Small complex. Tel 084 694 1012

TO LET: STYLISH CORPORATE OFFICE SPACE ON THE LA LUCIA RIDGE. Floorspace of 134.73m2 @ R110/m2 ( R14820 per month ). Comprised of 60m2 Open Plan Area and 2 Offices of 19m2 each, plus kitchenette and toilets. Includes 2 underground parking spaces and outside parking bays. Conveniently situated near major routes and Gateway Shopping centre. For a detailed pdf with photos and specs, please contact Wayne Potterton (w) 031 566 4330 / wayne@publicaddress.co.za

SUMMERVELD - Spacious secure 2 bed cottage, lounge and small dining room with stunning views and separate entrance on horse property, L&W incl, gas geyser, fully fenced garden &  garage. Small to medium pets welcome. No small to medium kids.  Available immediately. Rent R3700 (deposit required). Contact Alison on 083 7800 221

SUMMERVELD - Spacious secure 1 bed cottage, lounge and small dining room with stunning views and separate entrance on horse property, L&W incl, gas geyser, fully fenced garden & garage. Small to medium pets welcome. No small to medium kids.  Available immediately. Rent R3200 (deposit required). Contact Alison on 083 7800 221

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10. FOR SALE

MSUNDUZI HOSPICE BOOK SHOP: With over 20 000 books for sale at Hospice House, 200 Zwartkop Road, Pietermaritzburg. Open Monday - Friday from 8am-1pm, also certain Saturdays - Please phone Elize 033 344 1560 for more info

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11. CAN YOU HELP?

The NTUZUMA CARE CENTRE ORPHANAGE building is almost complete, but we have a long wish list which needs to be fulfilled before the dream can become a reality. 45 children are currently living in 2 rooms the size of many people's bathrooms, under the loving care of a lady with a big heart, who keeps finding babies abandoned at her front door. Food and basic necessities are provided by Missions Ablaze. As funds and donations come in, the work continues. The orphanage will be able to house 125 children, who will be in groups, each with a "mother", providing as much of a family environment as will be possible. We need beds, linen, kitchenware - utensils, bowls, pots, glass & plasticware, grater, bins, and appliances such as stove, fridge, freezer, microwave, toaster, 25litre urn, etc. Any support you are able to give will expedite the realisation of this goal. For more information please contact Clinic Reju in Umhlanga 031 561 6620 / admin@clinicreju.com

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12. GENERAL INFO/NOTICES

PLAY THE ONLINE PUZZLE WITH ST PHIL'S: Here is a way to donate and have fun at the same time, and if you don't want to donate, you can go to http://stphils.org.za.over-blog.org/article-35118300.html to donate for free. But stay tuned as the puzzle develops. There are 3 puzzles. A child has drawn pictures of his experience. As you buy puzzle pieces, it uncovers the drawing from the child and its experience. To buy a puzzle-piece, email proof of payment (eg. online bank deposit) and we uncover the pieces according to your deposit amount. This is updated at least once daily. Watch the story unravel at http://stphils.org.za.over-blog.org/article-35090538.html or join the Facebook group: www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=117858837965

NATIONAL CASUAL DAY FOR THE DISABLED, 4 September. Buy your stickers from the KZN Society for the Blind. R10each. Contact Juanita Davis 031 202 7277 / juanita@kznblind.org.za

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13. BARGAINS, FACTORY SHOPS & WHOLESALERS

KZN Society For The Blind specialises in CANE WEAVING: furniture, baskets and specialised articles. We also do cane repairs and have an extensive packaging department. Please contact Harvey Meth 031 202 7277 / Harvey@kznblind.org.za

PLANT MENAGERIE at Kloof & Highway SPCA, open Mon-Sat, 8am-3pm. Indigenous & exotic plants. Trees, shrubs, flowers, herbs, seedlings. Pots, compost, fertiliser, etc. Volunteers welcomed with open arms! Call Elaine Cairns 031 764 4763

THE CHARITY SHOP, Durban & Coast SPCA, 2 Willowfield Crescent, Springfield Park - 031 579 6552 / 031 579 6500 / info@spcadbn.org.za - Books, Collectables, Jewellery, Bric-a-brac, Furniture, & more... 8am-4pm Mon-Fri / 8am-1pm Sat

PIETERMARITZBURG SPCA BOOK & RECORD ROOM, 235 Woodhouse Rd - 033 386 9267

HIGHWAY HOSPICE CHARITY SHOPS offer a variety of bargain goods to the public & provide a continuous source of income for The Highway Hospice, which enables us to provide professional care to the terminally ill. Donations such as Clothing, Curtaining, Linen, Kitchenware, Crockery, Books, Records, Puzzles, Toys are always welcome. To find out how you could contribute to this worthy cause, call in or phone any one of our shops. Hillcrest: Shop 4 Elangeni Centre, 9 Inanda Road - 031 765 7083 | Durban City: Shop 20, Pine Parkade, Commercial Road - 031 305 5151 | Pinetown: 8 Ivy Road - 031 701 4726 or at the Depot, 7 Ivy Road, Pinetown - 031 709 2647

MSUNDUZI HOSPICE SHOPS: Located in the Scottsville Mall, Mayor's Walk Mews & Hilton Village Shopping Centre. We have something for everyone's taste: clothing, bric a brac, crockery, cutlery etc. Please visit our shops for a special shopping experience. For more info please phone Betty 033 344 1560

THE BOOKSHOP @ Hospice House, Pietermaritzburg, is open Monday to Friday from 8am to 1pm & every Saturday from 8am to 12noon. Our new Hospice shops at Mayors' Walk Mews & Hilton Jacaranda Centre also have a large selection of books. Trading hours Mon - Fri 8.30-4.30 and Sat 8.30-1. Please also remember, if you have any unwanted books, we would very much appreciate it if you would consider donating them to Hospice as we are always looking for more books to sell in our shops. Please would you further help us by telling all your friends. For more info please phone Betty 033 344 1560

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14. MARKETS, FAIRS & FESTIVALS

CELEBRATE DURBAN! Halala eThekwini 2009 - Heritage month – time for the 8th annual Celebrate Durban events showcase which features 40 plus eclectic participative events which are on offer this year during September in recognition of heritage / tourism month. The season once more sees a comprehensive calendar with a clever mix of social, family, heritage, sports, arts, culture, health, environmental and spiritual events to celebrate our city’s cultural diversity. Our city has once again put together a diverse, engaging and participative programme for September to which city residents and visitors are warmly invited to share. For more information, contact the Department of International & Governance Relations in the eThekwini Municipality 031 311 2104, or for the whole season visit www.durbanexperience.co.za - See above for individual event listings or visit www.pubmat.co.za for full programme

FESTIVAL OF INDIA EXPO 2009 - Celebrating Diwali & Eid, 11am-9pm, 4-13 Sept, at the Durban Exhibition Centre. Over 100 merchants; Indian merchandise at wholesale prices! Great Indian food! Secure parking. Win mega prizes every day. R10pp. More info 083 775 1721

LADIES INTRODUCTION TO FLY FISHING FESTIVAL, 4, 5 & 6 September. Now is your chance to get away from it all and spend  an unforgettable weekend in scenic Underberg. Experience well deserved relaxation with fishing, golfing, delicious dining, entertainment and more. Only R1000pp!Family, children and partners welcome. Assisted by Underberg-Himeville Trout Fishing Club (UHTFC). Contact Heather Louise Parsons hlr@polka.co.za / 033 701 1272

BOTANIC SOCIETY'S INDIGENOUS PLANT FAIR, 9am-4pm, 5 & 6 Sept, at Munies Sports Field (next to Dbn Botanic Gardens), Sydenham Rd, Dbn

KLOOF & HIGHWAY SPCA VILLAGE GREEN OPEN DAYS, 9am-12 noon, 5 & 19 Sept (the first & third Saturday of every month), as well as every Monday. MEMORY LANE our new gift and collectables shop is open Mon–Sat from 8–12noon. Attic and Bookshop also open on Thursday mornings. Bargains galore! Bookshop crammed with interesting books of every possible kind; extensive Nursery with every plant imaginable; Bric-a-Brac with appliances, equipment, glassware, crockery, baskets, lampshades; electronic equipment; garden & kitchen goodies… too much to mention! Fabrics, linen, clothing, shoes, kiddies toys, CDs; all in the most beautiful setting, with a tea garden, under the ancient, big trees in Kloof. More info from Janine or Barbara 031 764 1212/3 / Janine@kloofspca.co.za / Barbara@kloofspca.co.za

BROWNS SCHOOL FETE, from 9am, 5 Sept. Kids' entertainment, food, an auction, and more... call 031 700 6065

CELEBRATE DURBAN! Halala eThekwini 2009 - HEALTHY LIFESTYLE EXPO, 8am-2pm, 5 Sept, at Botanic Gardens Conservatory / reservoir site. A mind-opening fun morning participatory programme celebrating healthy living - yoga, meditation, tai-chi, dealing with stress, aids awareness, nutrition and a health Q&A. Book signing by Ramesh Ramkumar, author of the book titled Being Human. Entrance free and all are welcome. Booking advised. Wear comfy clothes / bring yoga mat / beach towel. Info: Kevin Pillay 031 301 3313 / 084 467 4424 / keepthedream@tiscali.co.za

CELEBRATE DURBAN! Halala eThekwini 2009 - BLUE LAGOON INDIAN OCEAN FESTIVAL, 5 Sept, at the Blue Lagoon Lawns, Durban North. A music concert embracing a fusion of all of Durban’s cultures. The event will boast a festival-like atmosphere with stalls offering food, craft, jewellery and clothing. Entrance is free and all are welcome. Bring fold up chairs. Info: Seelan Archary 031 539 7693  / 083 563 7367 / nwp@telkomsa.net

DURBAN INTERNATIONAL ASTROLOGY & PSYCHIC FESTIVAL, 10am-10pm, Sunday closes 6pm, 10-13 Sept, at Suncoast Casino. Come along and meet mystics, astrologers, clairvoyants, psychics, palmists, numerologists, mediums, readers and healers from all around the world. This festival will appeal to people of all ethnic & cultural backgrounds, regardless of spiritual beliefs or backgrounds. Products available include crystals, gemstones, candles, wind chimes, books & dream catchers. A number of workshops will be run, as part of the Festival. R20pp / R10 pensioners & u12, at the door

THE WITNESS HILTON ARTS FESTIVAL, 18-20 Sept. Detailed programme at www.pubmat.co.za

ESCAPE TO WHITE MOUNTAIN! If you want to escape the city and chill out in a superb mountain setting while listening to acoustic performances by some of the country’s top artists, then look no further than the annual WHITE MOUNTAIN FOLK FESTIVAL, 24-27 Sept, at White Mountain Lodge near Giant’s Castle in the beautiful Central Drakensberg, only 200km from Durban & 430km from Jhb on tarred roads. Featured acts include Rambling Bones, the alter ego of Jay Bones, frontman for popular ska/punk band Fuzigish; Wonderboom’s Cito, performing songs from his soon-to-be released debut solo album; as well as a rare, acoustic solo performance by Bertie Coetzee, lead vocalist for Afrikaans folk rock outfit Zinkplaat. Also on the bill are Farryl Purkiss, Josie Field, Larry Amos, Gary Thomas, Laurie Levine, Redhand Blues Band, Joshua Grierson, Andra, Barry Thomson, Flowing Water Band and Catlike Thieves, to name but a few. Other attractions range from abseiling, paintball and helicopter flips to fishing, boating, hiking and a zip line across a nearby 100m-wide gorge. There’s also a beer market featuring several local breweries, colourful arts and crafts and a variety of food stalls catering for all tastes. Festival-goers can also make full use of the lodge’s facilities, including a restaurant, pub, games room, swimming pool and satellite TV. Tickets at Game stores in KZN (R400), Computicket (R450) and at the festival gate (R500).  The price includes camping for the entire festival and children u12 pay R50. For more information & programme updates, visit www.whitemountain.co.za or contact Pedro 082 892 6176 

THE FOOD MARKET – a proudly KZN initiative! Saturday, 26 September, 8am-4pm, at the Hellenic Community Centre, Durban North. Farm fresh food stalls, chef demos, organic produce, gourmet gifting, harvest tables, kiddies corner & tea garden. For info contact Karen 083 777 5633 or Emma 083 707 0531

STABLES WINE ESTATE SPRING VINE BUDDING FESTIVAL, 12.30pm, 26 September. R85pp, for wine blending competition. Our annual spring Vine Budding Festival is a celebration of the new leaves on the vines on the wine farm in Nottingham Road. It’s a festival of food and wine aimed at the whole family. Children are entertained while adults enjoy sampling good wine and fine food. This year we will be hosting another of our popular wine blending competitions, where each participant will have access to a number of wines from different red wine varietals (Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Shiraz & Pinotage) to try and come up with the ultimate red blend! Sharks skipper Johann Muller won last year's competition, and his Cabernet Sauvignon/Pinotage blend was used for the current vintage of Raggie Red. It is heaps of fun and a great way to soak up the awesome spring weather in the KZN midlands with the whole family. Contact 033 266 6781 / info@stableswine.co.za or visit www.stableswine.co.za

DURBAN INTERNATIONAL BLUES FESTIVAL, free concerts 29 Sept-2 Oct, on Zack's Deck, Wilson's Wharf, Dbn, culminating in 2 major ticketed events on 3 & 4 Oct. The aim of the Durban International Blues Heritage Festival has always been to make Durban the ‘Blues Heritage’ capital of South Africa and not only to create employment and opportunities for local and international acts, but to inspire civic pride and stimulate tourism development in the city.Cape Town and Johannesburg have clearly established themselves as the main Jazz Festivals of South Africa, (not to undermine the MTN Jazz Festival in Dec), Splashy Fen, White Mountain and Oppi Koppi celebrate Folk and Rock music. Classical music in the region is taken care of by the KZN Philharmonic. To mark the 5th anniversary of the event, this year’s festival expands to world class standards with the extra special incorporation of the Guiness World Record ™ attempt to gather 2010 guitars on one stage - making it the LARGEST GUITAR ENSEMBLE – an event done not only in celebration of the Blues Festival’s longevity, but also to herald the coming of the 2010 World Cup in Durban next year. The current record, of 1802 Guitarists playing ‘Smoke on the Water’ simultaneously, was set on 26 June 2007 in Leinfelden – Echtdingen, Germany and the Guitar Ensemble was led by a band called ‘Party Blues in Bb’. Tickets are available from www.strictlytickets.com or the Catalina Theatre 031 305 7612

RHYTHM & HUES MUSIC & ART FESTIVAL, 11am-8pm, 31 October, at Lavender Blue, Assagay. Painters, sculptors, arts, crafts, kiddies entertainment, exquisite food. Theatre performance by Ellis Pearson, and of course, music ALL DAY from… BeatRoute, the Hinds Bros, Duncan Ebedes, Rastas @ Work, and the Rise. Maps & loads more info at www.lunalounge.co.za - real music made by real people!

REGULAR MARKETS:

AMPHIMARKET, every Sunday, North Beach - Durban's vibrant Beachfront Flea market - 031 301 3080

BALLITO MARKET - Duncan 082 487 2276 - 8-12.30, Saturdays, in shady surrounds, Ballito (next to BP Garage). Biltong, nuts, jewellery, plants, crafts, clothes, fresh flowers & lots more…

BARGAIN HUNT Art & Collectables Market at the DURBAN SPCA, 8am-1pm, on the last Saturday of every month. The Durban & Coast SPCA will be hosting their regular “Bargain Hunt” Art & Collectables Market at No. 2 Willowfield Crescent, Springfield Park. The market is a feast of eclectic items and original art at unbeatable prices. For more info Caroline@spcadbn.org.za

CARBIN MARKET, 5am-2pm, Sundays, cnr Old Fort Rd / Soldiers Way - 083 710 6705

CAR BOOT & 2ND HAND CLOTHING SALE, every Sunday morning, behind Greyville Racecourse. For further information, contact 031 209 4751

CITY HALL CRAFT MARKET, Pietermaritzburg - 033 396 2807: 9am--2pm, every Saturday

DOLPHIN COAST COUNTRY MARKET @ FOXHILL - Jane 032 525 9040. Every Saturday, 7.30am-1pm, in front of Foxhill Bush Bar, Umhlali

EMPANGENI MARKET at the Empangeni Arts & Crafts Centre - 035 753 3909 - from 8am on the first Saturday of every month

ESSENWOOD CRAFT MARKET, Essenwood Park, 9am-2pm, every Saturday. Craft, art, treasures & collectables. An array of stalls offering special gift ideas & everything from pet accessories to milk-tarts, dolls clothes, bonsais, sun-frocks, cut-glass & a magpie's nest of costume jewellery & more. Extensive tea garden, children's activities & playground. Be sure to visit the Art Stand, a one-stop arts, leisure, theatre, gallery & event info stand - 031 202 5632 for more info

EUFORIA NIGHT MARKETS, 5 to 10pm, every Friday, with live music. More info from 031 202 8931

FARMER BROWN'S FRESH PRODUCE MARKET, 8am-12noon, every Thursday, at Kloof Baptist Church (next to St Agnes Church), Abelia Rd, Kloof. We bring the farm to town.

FARMER'S MARKET LIONS RIVER, 8.30 to 11am, every Saturday, at the Stock Sale Yard. Call Brian 033 330 8050

FARMER'S MARKETS: Umhlanga (Wednesdays) & Westville (Thursdays) - 082 413 1887

FARMER'S MARKET, 10am-1pm, every Tuesday, at Lords & Legends, Riverside Rd, Amanzimtoti. Bruce Lithgow 031 903 4534

FLEAMARKET, organised by the Northern Phoenix Hindu Temple Society, 9am-4pm, every Sunday, at the Temple site, opposite Stanmore Hall. Stalls are available - contact Paul 072 426 5606

GATEWAY ANTIQUES & COLLECTABLES FAIR - 031 566 2332 - at Gateway Theatre of Shopping on the 3rd Sunday of every month

GOLDEN HORSE CASINO CRAFT MARKET, Pmb, 10am-3.30pm, Saturdays - Monica 033 386 5055

GOLDEN HOURS RUSTIC FAMILY MARKET - Lyn 083 262 3693 - a fundraising initiative of Golden Hours Special School. Open every Sunday 10am-3.30pm. Huge adventure playground, jumping castle, tractor, pony & quad rides. Breakfasts & roast lunches served in shady tea garden. Lots of safe off-road parking. Live music twice a month. Variety of traders from fresh veg, eggs, cheese etc, to clothing, gifts & tools. Venue for hire 7 days a week. Ideal for corporate functions

GORDON ROAD MARKET: 7.30-11.30am, every Saturday, at Gordon Road Girl's School, corner of Windermere and Gordon Roads. Entrance is through Rosetta Road, or into Gordon Road from Florida Road. All stalls R50. For more info contact Kathy 079 181 0289

I HEART MARKET, 8.30am-1pm, on the first Saturday of every month, Dbn. Please come and join us at our next monthly market! The venue has changed slightly in order to give us some shelter from wind or sun and will be inside the St Mary's Church hall, 12 Windermere Rd, next to Beanbag Bohemia.  We have loads of great new products on offer and know it's going to be lots of fun! Products range from jams, pickles, cakes, pates and terrines, baby grows, kikois, veggie burgers, cupcakes, local beers, antiques, furniture, t-shirts, fabrics and pancakes. See you there. Contact thejoyteam@gmail.com

KARKLOOF FARMERS' MARKET, 7-11am, every Saturday: 2,6km from Howick along the Karkloof Road. Contact Kim 082 851 8649 / Andrea 082 820 8986. Fresh produce from local farmers, breads, biscotti, cheese, plants, flowers, ready-made meals, pickles, preserves, nougat, brownies, nuts & much more. Jungle gym & pony rides for the children

KLOOF & HIGHWAY SPCA VILLAGE GREEN OPEN DAYS, 9am-12 noon, on the first and third Saturday of every month, as well as every Monday. MEMORY LANE our new gift and collectables shop is open Mon–Sat from 8–12noon. Attic and Bookshop also open on Thursday mornings. Bargains galore! Bookshop crammed with interesting books of every possible kind; extensive Nursery with every plant imaginable; Bric-a-Brac with appliances, equipment, glassware, crockery, baskets, lampshades; electronic equipment; garden & kitchen goodies… too much to mention! Fabrics, linen, clothing, shoes, kiddies toys, CDs; all in the most beautiful setting, with a tea garden, under the ancient, big trees in Kloof. More info from Janine or Barbara 031 764 1212/3 / Janine@kloofspca.co.za / Barbara@kloofspca.co.za  

MARIANNHILL MONASTERY MARKET, 9am-12noon, every Saturday: Enjoy fresh healthy produce from in & around the Monastery. Contact Maurice for more information 082 882 5413 / 031 462 4701 or visit www.monasteryteagarden.co.za [The Mariannhill Monastery is situated just past the Vehicle Licensing Department in Richmond Road, Pinetown]

MIDLANDS LIBERTY MALL ANTIQUE FAIR at the Midlands Mall, Pietermaritzburg - 033 342 0062 - on the first Sunday of every month

OVAL ARTS & CRAFTS MARKET: Alexandra Park, Pietermaritzburg - 033 386 5055. From 9am-3.30pm on the first Sunday of each month

SCOTTBURGH FLEA MARKET, 7.30am-1pm, every Saturday, cnr Williamson / Arbuthnot Str (behind the bowling green). Call Mike 082 932 5986

SHONGWENI FAMILY SUNDAY MARKET, 10am-2pm, every Sunday at the Shongweni Farmers Grounds. For more info or bookings contact Terry 082 4177 351

SOUTH PLAZA MARKET: Over 500 stalls, open every Sunday, 9am-4pm at the Durban Exhibition Centre, 11 Walnut Road. Safe parking under the ICC. Contact Global Village 031 202 9005

Durban's only Moonlight Market, the STABLES LIFESTYLE MARKET, is known for its value & variety: Arts & Crafts, Antiques & Collectables, Fashion & Fashion Accessories, Home Decor, and much much more... We also have a licensed bar with free live entertainment on every trading day as well as safe & secure parking. Open Wednesday & Friday, 6-10pm & Sundays, 10am-5pm. Contact 031 202 9005 o/h / 031 312 3752 during Market trading hours

UMBILO FLEA MARKET, hosted by the Congregational Church, every first & last Saturday of the month. For more info contact Colin 031 201 8838

UMKHUMBANE FLEA MARKET, 9am-4pm, every Sunday, cnr Booth / Bellair Rd, not far from the Pavilion or the University. Curios, clothing, jewellery & home décor items, try a traditional herbal cure or have the bones thrown to solve your dilemma. Relax at the tea garden & enjoy buskers & dancers. Visit www.durban.gov.za/durban/discover-durban/visit/shopping/markets/umkhumbane or call Nathi Zondi 031 261 6640 or Zwelakhe 083 9828 767 for more information or a map

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15. SPECIAL EVENTS

CELEBRATE DURBAN! Halala eThekwini 2009 - SHARED HISTORIES: THE INDIAN EXPERIENCE IN SA, Sept & Oct, at venues in and around Durban. The Consulate General of India in Durban presents a comprehensive, extensive mix of events to examine the complex shared experiences between India and South Africa. Info: Nameshni Govender 031 332 4221 / icc1@cgidbn.com

SAUCY SECRETARIES' DAY, 5.30pm, 4 Sept, at Moyo, uShaka Pier, Dbn. Be entertained by our sexy male dancers, enjoy sumptuous food and taste our glorious cocktails - all for R100pp. Bookings 031 332 0606

OPEN DAY AT KZN SOCIETY FOR THE BLIND, 9am-3pm, 4 Sept, at 184-194 Umbilo Rd, Dbn. The KwaZulu-Natal Society For The Blind (KZNSB) cordially invites you to participate in our open day (National Casual Day). We would like the opportunity to show you around our organisation, the various departments and the work we do. The KZNSB is celebrating 90 years of service to the visually impaired community of KZN. Contact Juanita Davis 031 202 7277 / fax 031 202 2830 / direct fax 086 638 6168 / juanita@kznblind.org.za

CELEBRATE DURBAN! Halala eThekwini 2009 - Vodacom Yebo Millionaires BALLROOM & LATIN AMERICAN DANCE CHAMPIONSHIPS, 4 & 5 Sept, at the ICC Arena - Info: Neville on 076 389 8604 / 076 389 8250 - One of SA’s most established and glamorous dancing showcases. Adjudicators are all international industry leaders. Complementing the competition element will be international showdance champions. For more info visit www.sadtakzn.co.za. Tickets through Computicket from R30 upwards

BOBBI BEAR LADIES' LUNCHEON, 1-5pm, 5 Sept, at Movers & Shakers - a venue at Amanzimtoti High School. Bobbi Bear is an organisation that "fights for the rights of sexually abused children". R100pp. Welcome drink on arrival, lunch, lucky draw prizes plus guest speaker, Donna McCallum, Cash bar available, Interested? Contact Sue Bursey sue@functionsforafrica.co.za / 031 202 4330

FUN & FUNKY ART & PERFORMANCE FUNDRAISER, from 5pm, 5 September, at the Corner Post, Main Street, Howick. A feast of fresh food, funky fashion, and fantastic fun for fundraising! The evening starts with a two-course meal and poetry, moving into the local art-wear fashion parade, and then onto auctioning off local art and local folk. The evening finale is drumming and fire dancing. The Zuvuya Voluntary Association, a local non-profit in the Dargle, is raising money to support permaculture & organic farming projects for food security, nutrition, and wellness -as well as skills development. The event is also a showcase and support for local artsy folk - a celebration of home-grown. Cost is only R100 for all of this (or R120 if bought at the door). So much pleasure while supporting a good cause - seems almost too good to be true! To pay in advance or for more details and bookings, contact Samantha 083 400 8883 / sam@zuvuya.co.za

CELEBRATE DURBAN! Halala eThekwini 2009 - Coca-Cola BUNNY CHOW BAROMETER, 6 Sept, at the Blue Lagoon Lawns, Durban North. The finals of the 6th annual Bunny-chow Barometer will find the best bunny-chow in the city. Bunny-chow connoisseurs have been voting for their favourites. Entertainment by Muthu Murugan and his troupe. Entrance is free and all are welcome. Info: Fred Hart 083 3060 352 / 031 508 3100 / fred.hart@za.sabmiller.com

BEYOND THE SECRET, 7-8.30pm, 8 Sept, at Blue Waters Hotel, Marine Parade, Dbn. Featuring Emmy award-winner Les Brown, Bob Proctor, Marcia Wieder, Paul Martinelli, Mark Moffitt, Holli Walker, Michael Nicholas and Christian Simpson and many other great motivational teachers, authors and visionaries who put the "Law of Attraction" into an easy to understand perspective so you can go to the next level with their every day, common sense, practical advice on creating wealth and happiness. Bob Proctor and others share powerful information and exciting new ways of thinking. This is a once-only event, so don't waste time, book now! Go to www.going4gold.co.za and click on seminars

MORE BALLS THAN MOST, GOLF DAY – in support of testicular and prostate cancer, 9 September, at Durban Country Club. All 4 balls welcome. Visit www.mbtm.co.za or www.cloud9golf.co.za or call Kate 011 608 4144

CELEBRATE DURBAN! Halala eThekwini 2009 - LIVING LEGENDS AWARDS, 10 Sept, at the Durban City Hall. The Local History Museum is hosting the Living Legends Awards. For more information, contact the Department of International & Governance Relations in the eThekwini Municipality 031 311 2104, or for the whole season visit www.durbanexperience.co.za - See above for individual event listings or visit www.pubmat.co.za for full programme

STAR PARTY - NIGHT SKY ADVENTURES – TALKS & TELESCOPES AT THE DURBAN BOTANIC GARDENS, 5.30pm, 11 September: In celebration of the International Year of Astronomy, the Durban Botanic Gardens and the Durban Branch of the Astronomical Society of Southern Africa (ASSA) are holding a number of night sky viewing evenings at the Gardens. Amateur astronomers will be on hand with their telescopes set up for a guided tour of the night sky. There will be an astronomy related talk on each of the evenings. Bring a picnic basket for the telescope viewing after the talks. R35 Adults, R25 Seniors/Students, u6 free. Please diarise 24 November for the next event. Further queries: 031 309 1170 / dbginfo@durban.gov.za

ECO-INDABA: Friday, 11 September, at the Botanical Gardens, PMB. Join us for an exciting day with talks by noted environmentalist, Dr Ian McCallum including "A global challenge - Lessons from Antarctica".  Programme includes: Women's Breakfast,  Art, Poetry and Environmental Displays, Luncheon, Poetry Programme and Indaba Dinner. Enjoy eco-drama's including Epworth Wetlands Play, Phuzamoya Dream Centre Play and The Indaba Tree. Join us for breakfast in the Lower Mpushini Valley Conservancy followed by an interpretive trail led by Dr McCallum. For more information contact Deanne Lawrance 033 344 3094 / brookby@futurenet.org.za

A MORNING MADE IN HEAVEN, 12 Sept, at Giba Gorge: 7am: 2hr Social MTB Ride: Ride through the gorge on our hand-built single track trails. 9.35am: Tri-Nations Rugby: Join us in the conference room for the final match for SA in the 2009 Tri-Nations Competition. Watch our boys on the big screen as they re-attain the tri-nations crown! Robson's Beer, produced up the road in Shongweni, will be flowing and the girls in the kitchen will be cooking up a breakfast storm. Taste Beer, Watch Rugby, Taste Beer, Watch Rugby, Taste brrr, wtch erugbbbble; 10am-3pm: Robson's Beer Tasting: Taste the full range of Robson's Beers expertly matched to a variety of savoury snacks. Discussions on food & beer matching with Rob Coyne from Shongweni Brewery. R40pp, in the Thatched Verandah adjacent to the Rugby in the Conference Room. RSVP: 031 769 1527 / info@gibagorge.co.za

uShaka Marine World BODY ART COMPETITION, 12 September. It’s time to get creative again! The theme is “Dangerous Creatures” and artists are encouraged to pull out all the stops as they take their inspiration from uShaka’s Dangerous Creatures Exhibition featuring a variety of scary snakes, spiders, scorpions and frogs. Artists will be competing for the cash prize of R5000 and the chance to go into the uShaka’s hall of fame. Entrants must submit an A4 storyboard illustrating their idea using a medium of their choice with an 80-word concept explanation to uShaka Marine World Management Offices by September 7 at 2pm. There will be loads of entertainment on the day as well as great prizes to be won and fun for the whole family. And all guests visiting the park on the day, sporting a tattoo, will get an uShaka Marine World combo ticket for only R10. For more information contact Merle Bateman mbateman@ushakamarineworld.co.za / 031 328 8013 or visit www.ushakamarineworld.co.za

NETWORK BY NUMBERS, 5pm, 17 September, at Alliance Française, Morningside, Dbn. A new speed networking concept by networking guru Roger Knowles. Seats are limited and booking is essential. R125pp. To book your seat call 031 309 2433

ANIMAL ANTI-CRUELTY LEAGUE FUNDRAISING EVENT, 6.30pm, 18 September, at the elegant Stephward Estate, Uvongo, KZN South Coast. R160pp includes a 3-course meal and live entertainment provided by well-known singer/songwriter Nicole de Gruchy, also Belly Dancing and Line Dancing. Justin Lumsden, just returned from entertaining in New York, will be the MC. Tickets and more info: 039 315 5926

The prestigious annual HERITAGE AWARDS CEREMONY, 19 Sept, at the ICC Durban. Six South Africans will be honoured for their outstanding contribution to the preservation and promotion of SA's heritage: the late Alfred Nokwe (theatre), the late Bheki Mseleku (music), Johnny Clegg (social cohesion & music), sculptor & wood-carver Noria Mabasa (visual art), Jay Pather (dance) and Nanda Soobben (animator/arts educator). The event includes dinner and entertainment, compered by Durban storyteller, Gcina Mhlope. Limited tickets available from Kizo 031 566 4322 or sheeka@kizo.co.za or visit www.kizo.co.za for more information

WALKING WITH WOMEN This annual event. A walk from Nottingham Road to Howick has been postponed until 17th OCTOBER 2009. Apologies for the inconvenience. Keep up the training and we will see you in October. Contact secretary@womeninbusiness.org.za

MTN AMASHOVA CYCLE CLASSIC,17 & 18 October. Entries are now open! Telecommunications giant MTN has thrown its weight behind one of the safest, but toughest and most gruelling, cycling events, now known as the MTN Amashova National Classic in Durban Cycle Race. The 106km race from the Pietermaritzburg City Hall to Durban takes place on Sunday,18  Oct, starting at 6.30am, as well as the Sunday Tribune Amashova Fun Ride, taking in a distance of 39km from Hillcrest High School, starting at 5.45am. Both will finish at Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World. Adding another dimension to the event is the MTN Asishove mountain bike challenges which this year will take place at Midmar Dam on Saturday, 17 October, over distances of 10km, 35km & 70km. To ensure that the children are not left out, the MTN Minishova in Durban 1km (3-6 years) and 5km (7-11years) events for children take place at Suncoast on Saturday, 10 Oct – a week before the main event. Go to www.amashova.co.za for more information to register or call the Shova organisers during office hours 031 312 8896

BREAST CANCER LUNCHEON – in support of Breast cancer and the Mobile Mammography truck, 28 October, at the ICC Durban. R900 per person. Visit www.bcfr.co.za or call Sharon 011 608 4144

7th INTERNATIONAL CONGRESS ON EDUCATION IN BOTANIC GARDENS, 1-5 November, at the Durban Botanic Gardens. The title of the 2009 congress ‘Action Learning: places, spaces and partnerships for biodiversity and human wellbeing’ encapsulates the dynamic and relevant role of botanic gardens today. We are pleased to announce that we have reduced the registration fees to make the Congress in Durban more affordable. Please do take this opportunity to consider registering for the Congress if you have not already done so. Visit our Congress website www.ebg2009.org.za for further details

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16. WHAT'S HAPPENING & AVAILABLE OUTSIDE OF KZN

SA MUSEUMS ASSOCIATION NATIONAL CONFERENCE, Port Elizabeth: 8 - 10 September 09. The 73rd South African Museums Association National Conference will be held at Pine Lodge, in PE. The Theme is Practical Museology — Basics and New Concepts. Museology is without a doubt a hands-on vocation. This applies to those of us who care for collections or visitors, create and maintain exhibitions and infrastructure or apply and fine-tune museum policies and legislation which, in turn, allows for spaces of creativity, innovation and development. To obtain your EARLY BIRD discount register before 30 June 2009. More information on the conference at: http://sites.google.com/site/southafricanmuseumsassociation/ General Enquiries: Rachel Williams (Chair SAMA EC) 043 743 0686 / Fx 043 743 3127 / rachel@elmuseum.za.org and Marita Venter 043 743 0686 / sarahventer@hotmail.com

AFRIKABURN 09 – www.afrikaburn.com - 9-13 September. By all accounts this year is going to be a total stonker! Monique and the organisers are expecting a full complement of fully charged-up burners. With a helluva lot of really cool art installations, creative antics, and deep desert parties being planned, this year is going to be the best ever. Buy your tickets in advance to avoid paying the higher entrance fees at the gate. We look forward to seeing you all in Tankwa Town! Viva Vuvu Viva! Visit www.vuvucreative.org

PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP IN THE NAMIB - This is the 10th year of this very popular photography workshop in the Namib desert. Due to the demand for participation on our last workshops we advise you to reserve your place on the 2010 workshop without delay. Read about our workshops and register online at www.desertlight.co.za

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17. OTHER NEWSLETTERS/MINES OF INFORMATION!

ALTERNATIVE NETWORK DIRECTORY: www.and-sa.co.za - provides the public with ready access to quality information on aspects of alternative health care and spiritual awareness

ARTSMART for forthcoming events: Caroline Smart's regular listing of what to look out for around KZN! Visit the website at www.artsmart.co.za

BODY and MIND: Online Alternative Health Directory, the holistic natural integration of health, lifestyle & beauty, offering web pages for members at very good rates www.bodyandmind.co.za

DECORATORS ON DISPLAY monthly newsletter including industry news, positions available within the industry, upcoming launches, open days, opening of boutique stores & restaurants, industry specials & sales, arrival of new stock / products, art & museum exhibitions, new developments, new lifestyle magazines, auctions, décor & gardening shows etc. Contact Kyla de Vlieg 084 444 6611 or Megs Tweedie 082 772 7247 to book. Ask for more information on our new HOME / GARDEN & LIFESTYLE DIRECTORY

DURBAN LIVE is your destination for the latest in what's happening in Durbs, from music and theatre to arts and kultcha. You'll also find the latest in news and reviews of food, music, shows, travel and adventure, supported by the most comprehensive restaurant, theatre, gallery, pub and club guide available online! Visit www.durbanlive.co.za

DURBS Magazine: general interest magazine for everyone. Free advertising for websites http://durbs.kwazulunatal.com

EARTHMOTHER, SA's Organic Information Centre. Visit 106 Bulwer Road, Durban - 031 202 1527 / earthmother@telkomsa.net or visit www.earthmother.co.za for all information on things Organic. We have a range of over 500 organic goodies & fresh produce markets on Tuesday & Friday

EAST COAST RADIO WEBSITE: www.ecr.co.za - for current, up to date news & information on everything!

FIRE AND LIGHTS ONLINE DIRECTORY: www.fireandlights.net - Advertise your performance art; Find out about upcoming events; Find performers for your events; Advertise your products. Register for free. Advertise free until 30 November 2008. Jugglers - Fire poi - Magicians - Stilt walkers - Musicians - Fire dancers - Clowns - Diablo - Drummers - Your link to the interesting arts! Contact 031 765 3940 / info@fireandlights.net

FLAREPATH eNewsletter, Cape Town, published by Shanti Chan-Sam. Thousands of people & businesses in the Western Cape (and further afield) look forward to, and to rely on, receiving this invaluable weekly conduit of information. Contact shanti@flarepath.co.za for any notices in that region

FRANCHISE FINDER is an online directory of franchise opportunities & businesses for sale in South Africa. It is a great website to visit if you are looking to start your own business: www.franchisefinder.co.za  

FRED HATMAN has been diagnosed as SA-POSITIVE. So he waxes lyrical about all the beautifulnesses of our beloved country on his slightly satirical blog... www.fredhatman.co.za Nobody is safe from acquiring an SA-positive status, so why not join the mad, mad world of Fred Hatman? Just bookmark www.fredhatman.co.za or connect with "fredhatman" on Twitter for regular updates! - Durban's newest and cheekiest blog! :)

FREE Health Newsletter: Do you suffer from headaches, neck & back pain, whiplash or sciatica? Your problem may be coming from your spine. Receive information about these & other spinal related conditions in a free monthly newsletter courtesy of Chiropractor, Dr Warrick Botha. You'll receive tips on how to help these conditions as well as information on proper stretching & exercise. To subscribe to the free newsletter, send an email to warrickbotha@iburst.co.za with the words "Add To Mailing List" in the subject line

FREE Health Newsletters & Body Assessments: To subscribe, email tonib@lookgoodfeelgreat.co.za

GEOZONE ONLINE: We are currently putting together a website: www.GeozoneOnline.com   with the aim of nothing less than "Romancing the Stone" where we take you on a long, slow waltz down through the millennia and to beguile you with the breathtakingly beautiful machinations of the Earth and the biosphere which it sustains. Explore the world of volcanoes and meteorites, tsunamis and earthquakes, as well as more topical issues of global warming and mass extinctions.  In this regard GeoZone is an earthshaking reference tool to a wide range of topical subjects including Volcanoes, Earthquakes, Meteorites, Dinosaurs, Global Warming and Climate Change. These topics are getting plenty of airtime on National Geographic and the Discovery Channel but the point is, we don't have to travel to exotic locations to find it.  Right here in your own back yard are fantastic examples of the geological history of Planet Earth, which you can go out and see it for yourself. And perhaps as the cherry on the top we have a GeoKids section with heaps of cool stuff on dinosaurs, volcanoes, earthquakes and meteorites, as well as toys, posters and games which will take you back to the long lost world of the Triassic, Jurassic and Cretaceous. Visit Allan Davie's blogspot: www.thingsgeological.blogspot.com

HAY HOUSE SOUTH AFRICA: if you would like to receive our email newsletter, giving details of author tours, workshops, and new titles that have just arrived, kindly send an email to info@hayhouse.co.za with Subject line “Subscribe – from Word of Mouth KZN”

HEALTH SPAS GUIDE offers hundreds of pages of information about, and a free booking and gift certificate service for, more than 120 health spas, hydros and wellness centres in KZN and the rest of Southern Africa. Visit our website www.healthspas.co.za or phone 0861 771 772

The global spa guide, HEALTH SPA GURU, has recently relaunched with a brand new design and Web 2.0 strategy. Visitors can keep in contact via Facebook and Twitter and share their spa reviews and comments with ease. Spa deals are listed on the home page and can be booked online via the revamped booking service. Keep up to date with spa deals and wellness information by subscribing to the Health Spa Guru newsletter at: http://healthspaguru.com/Newsletter-%20Subscribe.aspx Look out for the great new competitions hosted on the site and take advantage of the wellness magazine subscription offers and other promotions available on site

HIGHWAY DRAGONS: www.highwaydragonsmc.co.za for motorcyclists, bikers, Motorcycle Clubs, Associations, Federations & privateers. For motorcycle events, rallies, jols and all other biking related happenings. Contact: megafone@highwaydragonsmc.co.za or madhatter@highwaydragonsmc.co.za The site has an average of between 60,000 to 70,000 hits a month and stay for as long as 15 minutes. The website is kept up to date on a daily basis. Stay Upright and Lean Into the Bends everyone!

KAREN’S NUTRITION CENTRE - free newsletter, subscribe online. Karen Horton, Nutritional Therapist [Clin. Nutr Dip]. Facilitate good nutritional habits from babies to old age. Targeted prevention / improvement of over 70 different diseases & conditions from autoimmune diseases, allergies (Test Kits available) & intolerances to learning difficulties & supplements – help for everyone. BE THE BEST YOU CAN BE - NUTRITION FOR LIFE Contact Karen 031 564 4171 / 083 454 8092 / info@karensnutritioncentre.co.za or visit www.karensnutritioncentre.co.za

LABOUR LAW ADVICE NEWSLETTER - to subscribe, email labourlaw@absamail.co.za or visit www.labourlawadvice.co.za

LINK-UP KWAZULU NATAL is published bi-monthly & contains information on Events, Courses, Health Practitioners & Services, Stores, Products & Facilities available in KZN.  If it's not available at a shop near you, you will find it online at www.holstead.co.za . If you would like to become a free distributor contact link-up@holstead.co.za

MEDITATION & BUDDHISM NEWSLETTER: the Mahasiddha e-zine, a popular & well designed monthly newsletter about meditation classes, courses & happenings all around KZN, from the Mahasiddha Buddhist Centre in Durban [Gov.Reg. NPO 014-445 & Public Benefit Organization] To subscribe send email to info@meditateindurban.org or directly on the website: www.meditateindurban.org , or call 031 464 0984

MOMS MATTER! www.MomsMatter.co.za - A new website created by a Mom in Durban FOR Moms in Durban, with everything Moms need to know all in one place! In order to make ‘life a little easier’ for moms in Durban, we offer a comprehensive online directory of family-related products and services, and a melting pot of ideas, advice, tips etc, representing the challenges faced by parents every day as part of raising a family. Contact deb@momsmatter.co.za for more info, or pop on and have a quick look!

MostInnerMost, a highly informative and interesting national health/healing/esoteric eZine, with an extensive website: www.mostinnermost.com - to be added to the mailing list, email Lara info@mostinnermost.com

MUSIC MAP = FREE emailing about selected Music Events to selected Music Lovers. Contact Wim Mutsaerts 083 325 9828 / mutsaerts@musicmap.org.za

ODYSSEY eZINE, from Odyssey Magazine, sent to over 10 000 like-minded folk around the world! Visit www.odysseymagazine.co.za .  Exploring the frontiers of consciousness and holistic living. The Virtual Shop has many new products, from music CDs, excellent books, DVDs and some of the best natural & complementary health products and devices to be found on the planet. To subscribe or advertise, contact Silke 021 713 0018 / 021 715 2809 / admin@odysseymagazine.co.za

PUBLICITY MATTERS, WEEKLY THEATRE, ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT DIARY: Illa Thompson - 031 201 1638 / pubmat@iafrica.com

SAFARI FINDER: Online directory of game lodges in some of SA's most beautiful locations. The website focuses on last minute, mid-week & seasonal specials, making the visit to a game lodge still somewhat affordable. Spoil yourselves for a weekend, visit www.safarifinder.co.za to plan your safari getaway!

SA FOODIES: A great website all about food! Find caterers & catering companies, cooking schools & classes, new food products, food reviews, events as well as great recipes! You can also submit recipes to the website as well as restaurant reviews. www.southafricanfoodies.co.za

SA SPAS: Website directory that lists day & overnight spa packages from various spas around SA. Plan a pamper weekend or a "Spa Day" by visiting www.southafricanspas.co.za  

SPA TREATMENTS: Find health spas, unbiased spa reviews, photos, treatments and facilities. Make online spa treatment reservation requests. Visit Health Spa Guru http://healthspaguru.com

TALKINGTRAVEL AFRICA a free e-newsletter that goes to thousands of subscribers worldwide helping to create an awareness of Africa - visit www.talkingtravel.co.za

THE WEDDING CHANNEL www.weddingchannel.co.za : Find whatever you need for that special day! Couples, you can register for free tools to take the stress out of your wedding planning! Advertisers/partners have access to thousands of feet for as little as R100 per month. Contact patrizia@weddingchannel.co.za or call 031 573 2988 for more information.

WEDDING DIRECTORY: Lists wedding service providers all over KZN as well as bright ideas and information on wedding fairs & expo's. Visit www.theweddingdirectory.co.za or email info@theweddingdirectory.co.za

WWW.WHATSONSA.CO.ZA - Comprehensive listings of what's on all round the country - gigs, music, art, theatre, events, etc

WIDOWED NETWORK SA www.widowed.co.za : This most valuable support resource is the brainchild of Tash Reddy who, with her young son Daniel, suffered the tragic & traumatic loss of their husband & father. In trying to find ways to deal with her loss, face the world & be honest with Daniel, Tash found that there was no existing support network specifically for this extremely difficult & emotional time in one's life. From small beginnings in Dbn, it is now operating nationally, with online support & discussions, as well as group meetings in various areas. Anyone who has lost someone close to them will know how difficult it is to be around others... and how difficult others find it to be in their company, not knowing what to say or how to say it. Why close friends suddenly stay away, or no longer call, children asking simple questions, to which there appears to be no simple answer. Advice for suicide survivors, and for friends & family of the bereaved, dealing with the anger, guilt, faith, sudden chronic health problems, and so much more. In memory of her beloved husband Denver, Tash is now dedicating her life to the healing process for anyone in similar circumstances. Contact Tash at 084 366 0272 / tash@widowed.co.za or visit the website for more information

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