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8 Advertising & Newsdesk: (046) 624-4356 Find us on Facebook 30 December 2021 TALK OF THE TOW NYEAR IN REVIEW — c u l t u reContinued from PAGE 7was to be divided into three sections with dayone dedicated to a comedy show, day two beinga fashion show with participants dressed to kill,and day three a music show.● It was “move over US and Britain and theirtalent” when residents of Damant Lodge showedhow talented they are at an Easter Function onWednesday April 7.● Another successful Talk of the Town/StendenSouth African Quiz raised more than R5,000 forthe Port Alfred Soup Kitchen.M AY● Port Alfred model Jennita Gongotha said shehad gained so much more confidence in herselfafter having taken part in and subsequentlywinning two titles in the Empress SA 2021competition.● Locals were looking forward to the WeekendDiversion at the Bathurst Showgrounds, in lieu ofthe Bathurst Agricultural Show, which could notbe held this year because of the lockdown overEaster. There was live music, pop-up auctions,classic cars, ride-on lawnmower races and anumber of stalls to see.JUNE● It was a red-carpet affair at the Port Alfredmunicipal library when friends and family ofMyrtle Gray gathered for the launch of her book,The Fatherless Daughter.Members of the Klipfontein communitycelebrated her success at the book launch, aswell as voicing their appreciation for her courageand candour to write and speak about a pervasivesocial problem.● A fiercely-contested potjiekos competition washosted by the Port Alfred River and Ski-boat Clubto raise money for their jetty repair fund.Eleven teams entered the competition,including a children’s team. There was an array ofmeats and flavours, with beef, lamb, chicken andgame among the potjies to sample.● After 14 years of Classic at the Castle, the 50thand final concert was performed at RichmondHouse on June 20. It featured David Bester on theviolin and JF Viljoen on the piano.● A new art gallery, Paulette’s Place, opened nextto The Courtyard in Van der Riet Street, with aview to bringing other artists and crafts peoplet o g e t h e r.J U LY● Port Alfred music fanatic Ziyanda Bans caughtlocal residents by surprise when she was one ofthe Idols South Africa participants on MzansiMagic (DStv 161) with her golden voice singingInde le ndlelaendiyihambileyo (this is a long way Ihave travelled).AU G U S T● Upper Ego Experience was pleased toannounce its online audition results for Mr andMiss Kenton-on-Sea Spring Picnic Festival.When gatherings were banned under thelockdown level 4 last month, Upper EgoExperience resorted to conducting auditions forits top 20 finalists on its Facebook page.● With a variety of stalls and lots ofentertainment, the Van der Riet Street SpringFestival promised to be a day of fun and greatfood for all the family.SEPTEMBER● In honour of Madiba month, Sunshine CoastTourism Port Alfred and Sunshine Coast TourismTurn to PAGE 9READY AND WAITING: Kowie Museum curator Marilyn Pattenden, left, and museum secretaryHeather Howard, flank one of the new banners at the museum’s entrance that provides anoverview of the early history of the area; from the Settlers’ arrival to the building of the harbourand the establishment of Port Alfred2022 — A new beginningIt is a long time since we haverecorded so much rain inNovember and December.We have the perfect growingweather for our gardens.After the long drought thegardens seem to bespontaneously bursting intoflower and leaf.I can almost hear the lawng r ow i n g !This does mean a lot ofwork, cutting the lawn,removing the weeds, pruningand shaping beds.What I enjoy most is that thereward for the effort is almostimmediate.There is more colour, moredefined shapes and a real senseof satisfaction.Covid has been with us fortwo years.Whether one agrees or notwith the action thatMY HOMESimon Olivergovernments have taken to tryand restrict the impact of thisvirus, it has had a verydetrimental impact on all of us.We miss seeing our friendsand family, especially thosewho travel from overseas.We don’t like worryingabout the threats we think thevirus exerts on our lives.I think that as we see thevirus is not as dangerous as itwas first thought, we can startsocialising a little moren a t u ra l l y.We can go on holiday, wearbrighter colours, redecorate ourhomes or even buy somethingnew. It is a little like my garden –after the drought (Covid) we areblossoming.Slowly at first, but I think itwill pick up speed as ourconfidence increases during theye a r.It won’t be the same as pre-Covid. We have learnt to workremotely, set new priorities andare more demanding at to howwe use our time.These changes should begood for the property market asnew property owners look forhomes that suit their newlifestyle.If you are thinking of movingto the Kenton-on-Sea, PortAlfred or Boesmansriviermondarea please give me a call on082-653-5643 or contact me ons i m o n . o l ive r. s e e f f . c o m .I look forward to hearingfrom you.T H AT ’S ENTERTAINMENT: Performers, from left, Margaret Barnard, Basil Maker, Malcolm Neland Ann Green at the Easter Talent Show at Damant LodgeRiver Side | R 1 995 0004 bed RIVERSIDE home for the family withGarage, Jetty and Carport.Bedrooms 4 | Bathrooms 3 | Garages 1This relaxing family home has been a well enjoyed Holidayhome with a covered patio, and level front lawn. There is aųDining room and 3 River facing Bedrooms.WEB RLS899843Rose Ryan | rose.ryan@seeff.com(M) 083 258 9777 | (O) 046 624 4879View by appointment.Riversbend | R 2 900 000Here is a rare opportunity to buy a North facingproperty with river viewsBedrooms 4 | Bathrooms 2.5 | Garages 3The house has been thoughtfully renovated (while stillŹfeature is the double volume space in the living areasWEB RLS900500Ź(M) 082 653 56437 | (O) 046 648 1037DistinctiveBy TIMBER TOWNKitchensŖŖŖŖŖGLITZ AND GLAMOUR: JohnDacombe and Jade Pauls dressedfor the occasion when attending theGreat Gatsby themed evening atThe Thistle restaurant at Royal StAndrews Hotel in September. Theywere delighted to win the prize asbest dressed couple. The prize wasa magnum of Simonsig KaapseVonkel and a one-night stay at RoyalSt Andrews Hotel, which includeddinner and breakfast
TALK OF THE TOWN 30 December 2021 Advertising & Newsdesk: (046) 624-4356 Find us on Facebook 9YEAR IN REVIEW — c u l t u reContinued from PAGE 8the history of Bathurst.Kenton invited people to takepart in their 67 Photos of theSunshine Coast by submittingtheir favourite tourismp h o t o g ra p h s .The chosen photographswere published on the newlylaunchedInstagram page@portalfredgtourism, as well ason the Kenton Instagram Page@kentonbushmanstourism.● Coinciding with HeritageMonth, Eastern CapeCooperative Governance andTraditional Affairs officialsadvocate Nangamso Mngomaand NokuzolaTsoko heldfruitful consultation sessions onthe amendment of the EasternCape Traditional Leadership Act2017.The amendments andinsertion of certain definitionsmake provision for therecognition of Khoi-Sancommunities, the establishmentof Khoi-San councils, seniorKhoi-San leaders and branchheads and also provide for thewithdrawal of recognition ofKhoi-San communities.● Journalist Rob Knowlespresented a talk on protest songsat the latest Probus Clubmeeting, singing several ofthem.● The first real weekend ofSpring was the time for Music atthe Mill at Bradshaw’s Mill inBathurst, a fundraiser forHistoric Bathurst, a Non-ProfitOrganisation (NGO), theobjective of which is to maintainO C TO B E R● We started promoting thePort Alfred’s Got Talentauditions at Medolino CaravanPa r k .● Van der Riet Street businesseswere gearing up for aHalloween Street Festival, withfood stalls, live music and ahaunted house.N OV E M B E R● The Township Art Experiencehosted by two cousins, bothnamed Khanyisa Mabece, atRoyal St Andrews Hotel, sawemerging entrepreneurs comingtogether to display their arts andcrafts, network, and be inspired.● The Mr and Ms Stenden SA2021 pageant was hosted at theRoyal St Andrews Hotel. NevilleMurengwa was chosen as MrStenden SA 2021 and QhayiyaDywili was crowned MsStenden SA 2021.DECEMBER● Local farmer and cancersurvivor Malcolm Cockembarked on a walk of about100km to celebrate thebicentennial of the arrival of the1820 Settlers and to raisemoney for children with cancer.● With high anticipation of aneventful season, free fromlockdown restrictions, tourismstakeholders gathered for theofficial opening of seasonhosted by the Eastern Parks andTourism Agency (ECPTA) atGuido’s in Port Alfred.AWESOME FOURSOME: In April, the winners of the Talk ofthe Town/Stenden South African fundraising quiz for the PortAlfred Soup Kitchen were the Wishful Thinkers, Marius andTerri Goosen, seated, with Dave and Mandy Purdon, behindWELL-DESERVED: Team Ubuntu, Tanderai and SamanthaMawopa, winners of the prize for best presentation at the PortAlfred River and Ski-boat Club potjiekos competitionBEAUTY AND BRAINS: Elated local model Jennita Gongothaafter winning the Warrior Princess and Royal Princess titles inthe Empress SA 2021 competition that took place at theMenlyn Mall Barnyard Theatre in Pretoria in MayTELLING HER STORY: Author Myrtle Gray launches her book,‘The Fatherless Daughter’, at the Port Alfred municipal libraryin late MayFINE MUSICIANS: Performing at the 50th and final Classics atthe Castle in June, pianist JF Viljoen, left, and violinist DavidBester, gave the audience their best, playing a series of piecesby Grieg, Pärt, Feder and Piazzollahappy new year!Wishing all Visitors, Clients,Friends and Families aHappy and Prosperous 2022!Contact us today for great vehicle specials! s!29 Main Street | Port Alfred 046 624 1125079 746 5993 | clint.roesstorff@ecmpa.co.zaaWith you all the way.046 624 5222 | harcourtsportalfred.co.za
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