Food, films and plenty of fun events to look out for
Food, films and plenty of fun events to look out for
29 May – The Ballito Writers' Group meeting at the Ballito Library at 10.30am. Speakers will address 'publishing in South Africa'. Free entry. Refreshments served. Contact Peter at 083 441 1950.
30-31 May – Wholehearted Ladies Conference at Wave Church at the Litchi Orchad at 6pm. The event continues at 12:30pm on Saturday. Entry is free.
31 May – Saturday Market Day at Odyssey Shopping Mall from 9am-2pm. WhatsApp 083 790 5020 to book a stall.
– Catch the magic of Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again on the big screen at Sugar Rush Park. Tickets R100pp. Gates open at 5.30pm. No under 13s allowed.
– Enjoy a night under the stars at Beach Wood Boutique Hotel from 6pm. Indulge in a guided wine tasting and a 3-course meal and live music by Suits of Armour. R550 pp. Contact 032-9461585.
04 June – Environmental talk from Dr Sofia Forss on 'understanding small minds' at Simbithi Country Club at 6pm. R30, contact environmental@simbithi.com.
06 June – Join Autism Foundation NPO at the 3rd Ballito Father's Day Golf Challenge for Charity at the Zimbali Lakes Ernie Els Signature Golf Course. Limited entries. Call 072 793 1178.
07 June – A dazzling night of cabaret, dance as Elena and Ryno take the Lyric Lounge Theatre stage. Doors open at 5.30pm. Tickets are R350- R550. An auction fundraiser will be held in support of Khetani Animal Rescue.
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