This week I received an e-mail from a friend I'd met in Israel in 1984, who lives in the U.K. She'd been browsing the web, came across my site, and decided to make contact. Something similar happened earlier this year.
The primary thrill, of course, is the contact with people one hasn't seen or heard from in a couple of decades, but from a blogging point of view, it's also quite a thrill that people actually find my site while browsing!
However, thinking back to those times and to my travels, I finally understood just why I like blogging so much more than the social networking sites. When I travelled, I travelled alone. I would meet people in faraway places, make friends, team up occasionally for specific travels, then move on. Travelling alone made it easier to be spontaneous, easier to get involved in spontaneous activities or to simply change plans at the drop of a hat, because a new-found friend had a more interesting schedule than mine. I enjoyed meeting people, both locals and other travellers; yet I enjoyed being alone and maintaining a degree of privacy.
Blogging is like that. I visit sites all over the globe, drop in, spend time with the writer, interact, then move on. Some sites just click with me and I enjoy repeated, or daily, visits. See what's happening, say "Hi", leave a comment. Keep up to date with the author's life and events, without imposing.
Some sites are special. For example, Carl Galloway's Life in Spain. Carl writes about Ronda, the town in Spain where he and his wife live. His posts about his surroundings and activities capture me completely. I feel that I know Ronda - that I can feel the atmosphere, taste the tastes and smell the smells, so to speak. He captures the 'spirit of place' wonderfully. For a few minutes, while I'm on that site, I am on holiday - not to a new destination, but to a familiar and friendly place that I enjoy returning to. If ever I get to travel again, Ronda would feature high on my list. Communicating with Carl is a regular pleasure, like meeting in the village, exchanging a few words, and continuing with the day.
Then there's a young fellow who lives in Singapore, who calls his site Kid Tech Guru. Xavier is just fourteen years old, but a guru he certainly is. He writes about the stuff that I want to know, in a pleasant and easy manner that even I can understand. But one visits his site consistantly, not just because of his technical skill and the knowledge he shares, but simply because he is Xavier. I say "one" rather than "I", because it's quite obvious from the comments on his site that Xavier is a favourite of many people all over the world.
Another fascinating site is A Postcard A Day. Sheila posts a postcard a day from a collection that her father, an avid traveller, started. She has continued her father's hobby and shares those cards with us, along with posts about the cards. The cards themselves are fascinating to see - but somehow it's nice to share someone's hobby in such a way that we can enjoy the intimacy of it without imposing.
I haven't made any money out of blogging. To me, the love of blogging is the people who do it, the experiences I gain from their experiences, the armchair travelling, and the unimposing intimacy - as opposed to the hype and the chat room atmosphere of the social networking sites.
It's not about which is better - it's simply about what suits my peculiar personality!
Saturday, 30 August 2008
Wednesday, 27 August 2008
Jozikids Play Zone
From the desk of the Jozikids team:
The highlight for us this week is the JOZIKIDS Play Zone. We hope to see many of you there. See details below.
We have already started receiving information about holiday activities and camps for the next school holiday period.
New HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES for Sept/Oct:
Esperanza Riding School
Inkwenkwezi Camp
Rainbow week at YEESH!
New AUG/SEPT EVENTS:
Polka Dot Arts & Crafts
Salvation Army Bumper Fete
K-TV Market Day
Hollywood Rocks: Music from the Movies
The Boys are Back in Town
Jazz on the Lake Concert
A Program of Jewish Music
Halloween at the Jhb Zoo
Yebo Gogga Yebo Amablomma
Rietvlei Spring Carnival
Genius LAB
JOZIKIDS PLAY ZONE @ DSTV-GETAWAY SHOW
We are creating a secure, supervised kiddies play area called the JOZIKIDS PLAY ZONE at the DSTV-GETAWAY Show at the Coca Cola Dome this weekend, from Aug 29-31. You can leave your kids with us for R10 an hour, while you enjoy the show. The following Jozikids listers will be providing 3 days of fun filled activities and entertainment.
SHOWS Croc City Croc Farm - Reptile show Fri 1-3pm, Sat and Sun 11am-1pm
A-Z Creative Entertainment - African dancing and face painting on Fri 3pm and Sat 2pm
Rhythmania - Drumming workshops on Sun 2-4pm
LOTS OF FUN Jumpsafe Trampolines.
Kinglets and Queenies - A big slide, ball pond and Barney.
Little Kickers - Soccer games.
ABig Party Explosion - Games like musical chairs, bowling plus a sandpit.
Enchanted Forest - Block building, finger painting and face painting.
Picolino's Events - Chocolate fountain, party packs and face painting.
Cupcakes Catering - Decorate your own cupcake.
Kids Haven - Competitions.
Airborne Adventures - A parachute (only Sat and Sun).
Zenone Connection - Games with party packs and Shrek (only Sat and Sun).
Toi Toi - Face painting (only Sunday).
There’s also a skate park nearby for older kids. So the kids can play while mom and dad check out the camping equipment, holiday destinations, outdoor gear, have a chance to win prizes, find great deals or participate in a photography or GPS workshop on offer at the show.
HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES
ANIMALS Montecasino Bird Gardens in Fourways until Aug 29.
Zoo-mazing , holiday program at the Johannesburg Zoo, Aug 25-29
Mythbuster Tour, visit the nocturnal animals at the Johannesburg Zoo, Aug 27.
Esperanza Riding School Holiday Program, Pretoria. Sept 29-Oct 3.
ARTS/CRAFTS Polka Dot Arts & Crafts in Parkhurst, Aug 25-29
Hedgehog Lane holiday program in Bryanston, 9am-5pm, until Aug 31
Scribble and Splot Art workshops in Fourways on Aug 27,29
Smudge Art Centre workshops, Craighall Park, Aug 26-31.
Rainbow week at YEESH! indoor play area in Woodmead, Sept 24-30
CAMPS Shepherd's Fold Stables Holiday Pony Camp at Elandsdrift on Aug 27-28.
SA Basecamp weekend for kids at Hartbeespoort, Sept 26-28
Inkwenkwezi Junior School Holiday Camp, Magaliesberg, Sept 29-Oct 3.
FUN River Cafe holiday program in Parkmore until Aug 29.
Fantasy Park holiday program in Chartwell until Aug 29.
MATHS Master Maths branches all offer a 33.3% holiday discount.
Educ8 Tuition Centres in Melville has matric revision classes in math/science/accounting.
SPORT Tennis, ITA clinics, Pirates Tennis Club, Greenside, Aug 25-29.
Bat Man- Kidz Cricket Clinic in Fourways, Aug 25-28, special discount w/ JOZIKIDS voucher.
TECHNOLOGY icamp Technology Workshops on Aug 25-30, Sept 22-26.
AUG/SEPT EVENTS
ACTION Wild Cave Adventures, abseiling at the Cradle of Humankind, every Sunday.
DANCE Romeo and Juliet at the Dance Factory in Newtown from Sept 5-7.
La Traviata - The Ballet at the Johannesburg Civic Theatre, until Sept 7.
FOOD Cooking Demo - Healthy snacks & lunch box at Greenlands in Parkview, Aug 27
Choc Delight Chocolate Moulding Classes in Florida, Aug 30, Sept 27
Linda's Bake and Pack baking/craft courses, Westdene, Aug 30, Sept 6,13,20
FUN DAYS Salvation Army Bumper Fete at Firlands Childrens Home, Aug 30.
Spring Carnival at Jeppe Prep, Aug 30.
Spring Day at the Johannesburg Zoo on Aug 31
Funtasia Fun Day at Rivonia Primary School on Sept 6.
Dream Day w/Reach For A Dream & Global Village, Bruma Lake, Sept 6.
Rietvlei Spring Carnival at Rietvlei Farm Alberton, Sept 7.
GENIUS Genius LAB Mathe-magics & Science for Wiz-Kidz, Sept 5.
HALLOWEEN Halloween at the Johannesburg Zoo, Oct 25.
HERITAGE Heritage Month at Maropeng in Hekpoort, W Rand from Sept 1-30.
MARKETS Alberts Farm Spring Fair, Greymont on Aug 30.
Bunny Park Crafter's Market in Benoni on Aug 30.
K-TV Market Day Brightwater Commons Randburg, Sept 6.
Craighall River Craft Market every 2nd Sat of month at Craighall Park.
Holistic Fayre in Edenvale on Sept 6,7.
MUSIC Sundowner Concerts at UJ Auckland Park on Mon evenings, Sept 1,8,15,22.
Jewish Music Program at the RCHCC in Houghton on Sept 7.
Jazz on the Lake at Zoo Lake Jhb, Sept 7.
NATURE Yebo Gogga Yebo AmaBlomma Exhibit-insects,animals,plants at Wits, Sept 27-30.
SALE Fairy Dust Interiors Closing Down Sale in Randburg until Aug 31.
SHOWS DSTV-Getaway Show with JOZIKIDS Play Zone, Coca Cola Dome, Aug 29-31.
South African Tattoo, at Montecasino Fourways, Sept 11-14.
Fly me to the Moon, 4D Movie now showing at Gold Reef City.
SPORT Slo-Jo Little Mugger Adventure Challenge-Bike at Maropeng, Hekpoort, Aug 31.
Vit-T-Go Afriman Duathlong at Maropeng Hekpoort, Sept 7.
THEATRE WAM! , Roodepoort Theatre, Aug 4-29.
Liewe Heksie, a Joburg Promusica, Roodepoort Theatre until Aug 30.
Lord of the Dance, at Montecasino until Aug 30.
La Vida :Pop & Rock Sounds of Latin America, Barnyard Theatre-Broadacres until 31 Aug.
Hollywood Rocks: Music from the Movies!, Barnyard Theatre-Broadacres, Sept 2-Oct 12.
The Boys are Back in Town, Barnyard Theatre-Cresta Sept 2-Oct 12.
Bollywood Love Story: A Musical at The Market Theatre, Sept 4-14.
Aladdin, at the National Children's Theatre, Sept 8- Oct 18.
Little Red Riding Hood and Other Stories at the People's Theatre, Sept 8- Oct 15.
TRAINS Various train trips, Aug 31, Sept 3,5,6,7,24,28 .
WALKS/HIKES Check the calender every weekend for a list of regular walks or hikes in Gauteng.
The Zoo Trot at JHB Zoo, every 2nd Sunday of the month.
WORKSHOPS Life Skills 4 Kids workshops for kids and parents at Triba during Aug.
ADHASA's Annual ADHD Seminar at WITS West Campus on Sept 13-14
The highlight for us this week is the JOZIKIDS Play Zone. We hope to see many of you there. See details below.
We have already started receiving information about holiday activities and camps for the next school holiday period.
New HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES for Sept/Oct:
Esperanza Riding School
Inkwenkwezi Camp
Rainbow week at YEESH!
New AUG/SEPT EVENTS:
Polka Dot Arts & Crafts
Salvation Army Bumper Fete
K-TV Market Day
Hollywood Rocks: Music from the Movies
The Boys are Back in Town
Jazz on the Lake Concert
A Program of Jewish Music
Halloween at the Jhb Zoo
Yebo Gogga Yebo Amablomma
Rietvlei Spring Carnival
Genius LAB
JOZIKIDS PLAY ZONE @ DSTV-GETAWAY SHOW
We are creating a secure, supervised kiddies play area called the JOZIKIDS PLAY ZONE at the DSTV-GETAWAY Show at the Coca Cola Dome this weekend, from Aug 29-31. You can leave your kids with us for R10 an hour, while you enjoy the show. The following Jozikids listers will be providing 3 days of fun filled activities and entertainment.
SHOWS Croc City Croc Farm - Reptile show Fri 1-3pm, Sat and Sun 11am-1pm
A-Z Creative Entertainment - African dancing and face painting on Fri 3pm and Sat 2pm
Rhythmania - Drumming workshops on Sun 2-4pm
LOTS OF FUN Jumpsafe Trampolines.
Kinglets and Queenies - A big slide, ball pond and Barney.
Little Kickers - Soccer games.
ABig Party Explosion - Games like musical chairs, bowling plus a sandpit.
Enchanted Forest - Block building, finger painting and face painting.
Picolino's Events - Chocolate fountain, party packs and face painting.
Cupcakes Catering - Decorate your own cupcake.
Kids Haven - Competitions.
Airborne Adventures - A parachute (only Sat and Sun).
Zenone Connection - Games with party packs and Shrek (only Sat and Sun).
Toi Toi - Face painting (only Sunday).
There’s also a skate park nearby for older kids. So the kids can play while mom and dad check out the camping equipment, holiday destinations, outdoor gear, have a chance to win prizes, find great deals or participate in a photography or GPS workshop on offer at the show.
HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES
ANIMALS Montecasino Bird Gardens in Fourways until Aug 29.
Zoo-mazing , holiday program at the Johannesburg Zoo, Aug 25-29
Mythbuster Tour, visit the nocturnal animals at the Johannesburg Zoo, Aug 27.
Esperanza Riding School Holiday Program, Pretoria. Sept 29-Oct 3.
ARTS/CRAFTS Polka Dot Arts & Crafts in Parkhurst, Aug 25-29
Hedgehog Lane holiday program in Bryanston, 9am-5pm, until Aug 31
Scribble and Splot Art workshops in Fourways on Aug 27,29
Smudge Art Centre workshops, Craighall Park, Aug 26-31.
Rainbow week at YEESH! indoor play area in Woodmead, Sept 24-30
CAMPS Shepherd's Fold Stables Holiday Pony Camp at Elandsdrift on Aug 27-28.
SA Basecamp weekend for kids at Hartbeespoort, Sept 26-28
Inkwenkwezi Junior School Holiday Camp, Magaliesberg, Sept 29-Oct 3.
FUN River Cafe holiday program in Parkmore until Aug 29.
Fantasy Park holiday program in Chartwell until Aug 29.
MATHS Master Maths branches all offer a 33.3% holiday discount.
Educ8 Tuition Centres in Melville has matric revision classes in math/science/accounting.
SPORT Tennis, ITA clinics, Pirates Tennis Club, Greenside, Aug 25-29.
Bat Man- Kidz Cricket Clinic in Fourways, Aug 25-28, special discount w/ JOZIKIDS voucher.
TECHNOLOGY icamp Technology Workshops on Aug 25-30, Sept 22-26.
AUG/SEPT EVENTS
ACTION Wild Cave Adventures, abseiling at the Cradle of Humankind, every Sunday.
DANCE Romeo and Juliet at the Dance Factory in Newtown from Sept 5-7.
La Traviata - The Ballet at the Johannesburg Civic Theatre, until Sept 7.
FOOD Cooking Demo - Healthy snacks & lunch box at Greenlands in Parkview, Aug 27
Choc Delight Chocolate Moulding Classes in Florida, Aug 30, Sept 27
Linda's Bake and Pack baking/craft courses, Westdene, Aug 30, Sept 6,13,20
FUN DAYS Salvation Army Bumper Fete at Firlands Childrens Home, Aug 30.
Spring Carnival at Jeppe Prep, Aug 30.
Spring Day at the Johannesburg Zoo on Aug 31
Funtasia Fun Day at Rivonia Primary School on Sept 6.
Dream Day w/Reach For A Dream & Global Village, Bruma Lake, Sept 6.
Rietvlei Spring Carnival at Rietvlei Farm Alberton, Sept 7.
GENIUS Genius LAB Mathe-magics & Science for Wiz-Kidz, Sept 5.
HALLOWEEN Halloween at the Johannesburg Zoo, Oct 25.
HERITAGE Heritage Month at Maropeng in Hekpoort, W Rand from Sept 1-30.
MARKETS Alberts Farm Spring Fair, Greymont on Aug 30.
Bunny Park Crafter's Market in Benoni on Aug 30.
K-TV Market Day Brightwater Commons Randburg, Sept 6.
Craighall River Craft Market every 2nd Sat of month at Craighall Park.
Holistic Fayre in Edenvale on Sept 6,7.
MUSIC Sundowner Concerts at UJ Auckland Park on Mon evenings, Sept 1,8,15,22.
Jewish Music Program at the RCHCC in Houghton on Sept 7.
Jazz on the Lake at Zoo Lake Jhb, Sept 7.
NATURE Yebo Gogga Yebo AmaBlomma Exhibit-insects,animals,plants at Wits, Sept 27-30.
SALE Fairy Dust Interiors Closing Down Sale in Randburg until Aug 31.
SHOWS DSTV-Getaway Show with JOZIKIDS Play Zone, Coca Cola Dome, Aug 29-31.
South African Tattoo, at Montecasino Fourways, Sept 11-14.
Fly me to the Moon, 4D Movie now showing at Gold Reef City.
SPORT Slo-Jo Little Mugger Adventure Challenge-Bike at Maropeng, Hekpoort, Aug 31.
Vit-T-Go Afriman Duathlong at Maropeng Hekpoort, Sept 7.
THEATRE WAM! , Roodepoort Theatre, Aug 4-29.
Liewe Heksie, a Joburg Promusica, Roodepoort Theatre until Aug 30.
Lord of the Dance, at Montecasino until Aug 30.
La Vida :Pop & Rock Sounds of Latin America, Barnyard Theatre-Broadacres until 31 Aug.
Hollywood Rocks: Music from the Movies!, Barnyard Theatre-Broadacres, Sept 2-Oct 12.
The Boys are Back in Town, Barnyard Theatre-Cresta Sept 2-Oct 12.
Bollywood Love Story: A Musical at The Market Theatre, Sept 4-14.
Aladdin, at the National Children's Theatre, Sept 8- Oct 18.
Little Red Riding Hood and Other Stories at the People's Theatre, Sept 8- Oct 15.
TRAINS Various train trips, Aug 31, Sept 3,5,6,7,24,28 .
WALKS/HIKES Check the calender every weekend for a list of regular walks or hikes in Gauteng.
The Zoo Trot at JHB Zoo, every 2nd Sunday of the month.
WORKSHOPS Life Skills 4 Kids workshops for kids and parents at Triba during Aug.
ADHASA's Annual ADHD Seminar at WITS West Campus on Sept 13-14
Monday, 11 August 2008
Beijing Time
For those of you lucky enough to be following the Olympic Games in Beijing, China, I have placed the current Beijing time on the top right of this page.
Enjoy the Games!
Enjoy the Games!
Tuesday, 5 August 2008
Home, James!.... Sipho, Calvin, David......
Do you have a GPS receiver in your vehicle? And is your home address saved as "Home"?
If you live in S.A., that may not be a great idea.
Our hijackers are bright young men, highly motivated to succeed in their chosen profession and always on the lookout for ways to improve their efficiency. They understand technology and subscribe to the principle of "working smart".
They have figured this out: When they steal or hijack a vehicle that has GPS, they hit "Home". They have your address. They quite probably have your remote in the car, and possibly even your keys. They know exactly where you are going to be - without transport, and trying to get the theft reported to the police. So they pop over to your house and relieve you of the burden of worldly possessions while you're preoccupied by the theft of your vehicle.
Cases like this have already been reported - so consider a safer way of saving that destination!
If there's one thing to be said for this country, it's that there's never a dull moment - and plenty to keep those little grey cells creative and alert!
If you live in S.A., that may not be a great idea.
Our hijackers are bright young men, highly motivated to succeed in their chosen profession and always on the lookout for ways to improve their efficiency. They understand technology and subscribe to the principle of "working smart".
They have figured this out: When they steal or hijack a vehicle that has GPS, they hit "Home". They have your address. They quite probably have your remote in the car, and possibly even your keys. They know exactly where you are going to be - without transport, and trying to get the theft reported to the police. So they pop over to your house and relieve you of the burden of worldly possessions while you're preoccupied by the theft of your vehicle.
Cases like this have already been reported - so consider a safer way of saving that destination!
If there's one thing to be said for this country, it's that there's never a dull moment - and plenty to keep those little grey cells creative and alert!
Wednesday, 30 July 2008
Praying......
I don't know where this picture originated from (one of many "chain" emails, I suspect), so I hope I'm not infringing someone's copyright - but it's one of my favourite pictures of all time!
It warms my heart and puts a smile on my face every time I see it.
Sunday, 27 July 2008
lol ....?
Could somebody PLEEZE tell me what "lol" means? I see it thrown about liberally in posts and comments, and those who like using it seem to use it a lot! (I suspect it doesn't mean Lots Of Love)
I realize that I must be showing pathetic ignorance here - but please put me out of my misery so that I can also understand a little more of the important stuff that I read!
I realize that I must be showing pathetic ignorance here - but please put me out of my misery so that I can also understand a little more of the important stuff that I read!
Wednesday, 23 July 2008
SparkNotes
Here's a useful web site, especially for students, though not restricted to them. SparkNotes, at www.sparknotes.com, provides free online study guides. They cover a variety of subjects, including literature, science, maths, history, art, writing, film, poetry, philosophy and a dedicated section to Shakespeare. Easy downloads and quick access to the essential facts could make your - or your child's - life just that much easier.
I know that when I was at school (at a time when today's history was still "current affairs"!) I relied heavily on study guides, especially for the inimitable Shakespeare, whom, I might add, I enjoyed immensely.
I'll include a permanent link to SparkNotes under the heading of Education, for your convenience, when you want to link to it in future.
I know that when I was at school (at a time when today's history was still "current affairs"!) I relied heavily on study guides, especially for the inimitable Shakespeare, whom, I might add, I enjoyed immensely.
I'll include a permanent link to SparkNotes under the heading of Education, for your convenience, when you want to link to it in future.
Tuesday, 22 July 2008
Global Warming threatens extinction of species in Kruger Park.
An article in today's Mail & Guardian reports Marthinus van Sckalkwyk, our Minister of Environmental Affairs and Tourism, as warning that a 2,5 degrees Celsius rise in average world temperatures above the 1990 levels could cause up to two thirds of the animal species in the Kruger National Park to become extinct. A frightening thought for those of us who love the Kruger National Park and the Bushveld so dearly.
Another article entitled "A new climate shaping the world" discusses issues emerging from the latest G8 conference, amongst other things, the potentially new sources of revenue for the wealthy nations from new land becoming available for development as a result of the ice caps melting. Oil, gas - the area is believed to contain something like 25% of the world's oil and gas reserves.
I guess there's an inevitable new world ahead of us.
Sad.
Monday, 21 July 2008
"Furore over plan to take sex work in hand"
Today's Mail & Guardian ran a headline stating:
"Furore over plan to take sex work in hand."
No comment.
(I wonder if professional palm readers have a Union?)
"Furore over plan to take sex work in hand."
No comment.
(I wonder if professional palm readers have a Union?)
Blue Screen blues
I apologize for the irregularity of posts at the moment. My monitor appears to be in its death throes. I've forgotten what a white screen looks like, but when it's pink, I can still work, albeit a strain on the eyes, However, when it goes into its blue stage, it's virtually impossible to see what's on it. A few minutes of straining and squinting to make out 50% of what's there, and the eyes scream "ENOUGH! What have we ever done to you to deserve this?"
Anyway, it's been in blue stage all weekend, and still is, but hopefully it'll feel neglected and go back to pink for a while - then I'll attack again!
See you when I can!
Anyway, it's been in blue stage all weekend, and still is, but hopefully it'll feel neglected and go back to pink for a while - then I'll attack again!
See you when I can!
Friday, 18 July 2008
Jackson, Obama, Mandela.
I see that bloggers are having a field day with Jesse Jackson's remarks - and rightly so!
On this day of the great Nelson Mandela's birthday, I can't help feeling that it wouldn't do any harm if these auspicious leaders would take the time to learn from the demeanour of this great statesman, Nelson Mandela. Perhaps one of the great lessons they would learn is that if one's love and empathy for your people is as deep and genuine as is his, it would be evident in one's behaviour, public or private.
On this day of the great Nelson Mandela's birthday, I can't help feeling that it wouldn't do any harm if these auspicious leaders would take the time to learn from the demeanour of this great statesman, Nelson Mandela. Perhaps one of the great lessons they would learn is that if one's love and empathy for your people is as deep and genuine as is his, it would be evident in one's behaviour, public or private.
Wednesday, 16 July 2008
July / Aug Events from Jozikids
Here are some events listed by Jozikids for July / August. For more information and direct links to sites mentioned, go the the Jozikids website - it's well worth the visit. Or e-mail them at info@jozikids.co.za .
JULY/AUG EVENTS
ACTION Wild Cave Adventures Abseiling at the Cradle of Humankind, every Sunday.
ANIMALS Lipizzaner Show in Kyalami, performances every Sunday.
Magical Mystery Outride for kids at Shepherd's Fold Stables, Elandsdrift on Aug 10.
BABY SHOW Living and Loving Kids and Baby Expo, in Pretoria on Aug 7-10.
CRAFTS/BAKING Baking and craft courses at Linda's Bake and Pack in Westdene on July 19,26, Aug 2,16,30
DANCE Nia-4-Kids, Classes every Wednesday.
EXHIBITS UCMAS Abacus & Mental Arithmetic National Competition at WITS Great Hall on July 27.
Asbestos:Miracle Fibre - Serial Killer at Adler Museum of Medicine, Parktown until August 8.
MARKETS Bryanston Organic Market in Johannesburg on July 12.
Craighall River Craft Market in Craighall Park on Aug 9
Bunny Park Crafter's Market in Benoni on July 26, Aug 30
Bokkie Park Crafter's Market in Boksburg on Aug 2
MUSIC Third National Marimba Festival at St Dominic's School, Boksburg July 26,27.
SHOPPING CENTRES Face painting - record breaking attempt for Oasis Haven for Love, at 8 shopping centres on Aug 2,3.
SHOWS Cinderella at National Children's Theatre in Parktown, June 9-July 26.
Winnie the Pooh at the People's Theatre in Braamfontein, June 2-Aug 9.
La Vida ,Pop and Rock Sounds of Latin America at Barnyard Theatre-Broadacres,15 Jul-31 Aug.
Hubble Vision Show ,at the Planetarium,every Fri & Sat.
Our Southern Deep Skies ,Stargazing at Maropeng, Aug 2.
WAM! ,Roodepoort Theatre, Aug 4-29.
Untangled Marionettes,Marionettes Theatre,Westcliff on Aug 13,16,20,23.
SPECIAL DAYS The Wanderers Club 120th Anniversary Open Day , free admission, on Aug 23.
The Fossil's Endless Feast at the Fossil Family Kitchen, on Aug 7.
Slo-Jo Little Mugger Adventure Challenge Bike, quiz and Xbox challenge at Maropeng, on Aug 31.
Fun Day & Fete at the Ann Harding Cheshire Home in Northwold, on Aug 2.
Zwartkops Quad Centre Women's Day Special at Zwartkops Raceway, on Aug 9.
TRAINS Tshwane Explorer Steam train trip in and around Pretoria by Friends of the Rail, Jul 27, Aug 9.
Reefsteamers day trip to the Magaliesburg on a classic old steam train. Aug 2nd.
Miniature Steam Train Open Day Florida Park, Aug 3rd.
The Rail Museum Magaliesburg Express from Mariasburg Station, Aug 9th.
WORKSHOPS Parent Workshops Big Kids Fun by Nikki Bush in Douglasdale, July 16,17,23,30,31
WALKS/HIKES Check the calender every weekend for a list of regular walks or hikes in Gauteng.
The Zoo Trot at JHB Zoo, every 2nd Sunday of the month.
YOGA Creative Yoga Classes with Jasmine the Butterfly Girl & friends, Yogibuds in Brackenhurst, Aug 1
Regards
The Jozikids Team
info@jozikids.co.za
011 482 4310
www.jozikids.co.za
JULY/AUG EVENTS
ACTION Wild Cave Adventures Abseiling at the Cradle of Humankind, every Sunday.
ANIMALS Lipizzaner Show in Kyalami, performances every Sunday.
Magical Mystery Outride for kids at Shepherd's Fold Stables, Elandsdrift on Aug 10.
BABY SHOW Living and Loving Kids and Baby Expo, in Pretoria on Aug 7-10.
CRAFTS/BAKING Baking and craft courses at Linda's Bake and Pack in Westdene on July 19,26, Aug 2,16,30
DANCE Nia-4-Kids, Classes every Wednesday.
EXHIBITS UCMAS Abacus & Mental Arithmetic National Competition at WITS Great Hall on July 27.
Asbestos:Miracle Fibre - Serial Killer at Adler Museum of Medicine, Parktown until August 8.
MARKETS Bryanston Organic Market in Johannesburg on July 12.
Craighall River Craft Market in Craighall Park on Aug 9
Bunny Park Crafter's Market in Benoni on July 26, Aug 30
Bokkie Park Crafter's Market in Boksburg on Aug 2
MUSIC Third National Marimba Festival at St Dominic's School, Boksburg July 26,27.
SHOPPING CENTRES Face painting - record breaking attempt for Oasis Haven for Love, at 8 shopping centres on Aug 2,3.
SHOWS Cinderella at National Children's Theatre in Parktown, June 9-July 26.
Winnie the Pooh at the People's Theatre in Braamfontein, June 2-Aug 9.
La Vida ,Pop and Rock Sounds of Latin America at Barnyard Theatre-Broadacres,15 Jul-31 Aug.
Hubble Vision Show ,at the Planetarium,every Fri & Sat.
Our Southern Deep Skies ,Stargazing at Maropeng, Aug 2.
WAM! ,Roodepoort Theatre, Aug 4-29.
Untangled Marionettes,Marionettes Theatre,Westcliff on Aug 13,16,20,23.
SPECIAL DAYS The Wanderers Club 120th Anniversary Open Day , free admission, on Aug 23.
The Fossil's Endless Feast at the Fossil Family Kitchen, on Aug 7.
Slo-Jo Little Mugger Adventure Challenge Bike, quiz and Xbox challenge at Maropeng, on Aug 31.
Fun Day & Fete at the Ann Harding Cheshire Home in Northwold, on Aug 2.
Zwartkops Quad Centre Women's Day Special at Zwartkops Raceway, on Aug 9.
TRAINS Tshwane Explorer Steam train trip in and around Pretoria by Friends of the Rail, Jul 27, Aug 9.
Reefsteamers day trip to the Magaliesburg on a classic old steam train. Aug 2nd.
Miniature Steam Train Open Day Florida Park, Aug 3rd.
The Rail Museum Magaliesburg Express from Mariasburg Station, Aug 9th.
WORKSHOPS Parent Workshops Big Kids Fun by Nikki Bush in Douglasdale, July 16,17,23,30,31
WALKS/HIKES Check the calender every weekend for a list of regular walks or hikes in Gauteng.
The Zoo Trot at JHB Zoo, every 2nd Sunday of the month.
YOGA Creative Yoga Classes with Jasmine the Butterfly Girl & friends, Yogibuds in Brackenhurst, Aug 1
Regards
The Jozikids Team
info@jozikids.co.za
011 482 4310
www.jozikids.co.za
Tuesday, 15 July 2008
Birthday Wishes for Mandela
Birthday wishes are pouring in from everywhere for Nelson Mandela, known fondly here as Madiba.
It occurs to me that this remarkable man must be the only politician / world leader on Earth who couldn't have an enemy anywhere on the planet. What an achievement in the history of mankind! No matter who we are, what our backgrounds are or where we come from, we all love this man and respect him as we can respect few others.
My daughter once met him and has always maintained her opinion: "I wish he was my grandfather!" We ALL do, and in his way, he is just that to all of us.
I'm sure that his heart must ache to see the suffering, and often mismanagement, of this country in its present state; but if we can just share his vision for this land, feel it from the heart and strive to achieve it, I hope he lives to see those dreams come true.
I urge us all to see the vision of this land, our people and our future governments through Madiba's eyes and to strive for that and no other.
Happy Birthday, Madiba. May you live to see our dreams come true.
It occurs to me that this remarkable man must be the only politician / world leader on Earth who couldn't have an enemy anywhere on the planet. What an achievement in the history of mankind! No matter who we are, what our backgrounds are or where we come from, we all love this man and respect him as we can respect few others.
My daughter once met him and has always maintained her opinion: "I wish he was my grandfather!" We ALL do, and in his way, he is just that to all of us.
I'm sure that his heart must ache to see the suffering, and often mismanagement, of this country in its present state; but if we can just share his vision for this land, feel it from the heart and strive to achieve it, I hope he lives to see those dreams come true.
I urge us all to see the vision of this land, our people and our future governments through Madiba's eyes and to strive for that and no other.
Happy Birthday, Madiba. May you live to see our dreams come true.
Friday, 11 July 2008
Thursday, 10 July 2008
"Keep Me Under The Blood"
Life in South Africa can be extremely difficult for many of us, particularly when it comes to employment and feeding one's family. Many are destitute, and no amount of "pounding the pavements" to find work seems to achieve anything. There are just too many people after every job vacancy. Being older doesn't help. It is extremely demoralizing and I know for a fact - from many people who are in that position - that suicide is an ever-present thought. Often, the only thing that keeps us alive is the will to not desert our children.
Last month I thought that my ship had come in. A friend of many years' standing decided to start her own business, in a field where she had years of experience and all the right contacts and prospects. She had, at last, found a financial partner who would provide initial funding for stock and initial salaries. We were so excited. Then the end of the month came, and he refused to pay salaries. The bank account hadn't even been opened until after month end, and we were still awaiting the VAT number - so how he expected us to have enough income in that first month, I don't know. The result is devastating. I had assured my numerous creditors that I had a job and would be making payments to everyone at the end of the month.
Crash. Instead of celebrating with my child, we find ourselves totally crushed instead. It's a bitter pill to swallow.
Then, last night, I read a prayer on a website called 7-Day Buzz, which gives me hope and a little strength again. It is entitled A Warfare Prayer: "Keep Me Under The Blood". If you are in a similar position, dejected and demoralized, I urge you to read it. I have not reproduced it here out of respect for the owner of the blog, but I encourage you to use this link to read it.
God help us - the suffering in this country is not just a bunch of words on the news or on blog sites. It really hurts.
Last month I thought that my ship had come in. A friend of many years' standing decided to start her own business, in a field where she had years of experience and all the right contacts and prospects. She had, at last, found a financial partner who would provide initial funding for stock and initial salaries. We were so excited. Then the end of the month came, and he refused to pay salaries. The bank account hadn't even been opened until after month end, and we were still awaiting the VAT number - so how he expected us to have enough income in that first month, I don't know. The result is devastating. I had assured my numerous creditors that I had a job and would be making payments to everyone at the end of the month.
Crash. Instead of celebrating with my child, we find ourselves totally crushed instead. It's a bitter pill to swallow.
Then, last night, I read a prayer on a website called 7-Day Buzz, which gives me hope and a little strength again. It is entitled A Warfare Prayer: "Keep Me Under The Blood". If you are in a similar position, dejected and demoralized, I urge you to read it. I have not reproduced it here out of respect for the owner of the blog, but I encourage you to use this link to read it.
God help us - the suffering in this country is not just a bunch of words on the news or on blog sites. It really hurts.
Tuesday, 1 July 2008
New Jozikids Listings
To link directly to any of these listings, please click here to go to the Jozikids site.
NEW JOZIKIDS LISTINGS
ANIMALS Extreme Reptiles , educational show for birthday party, school or function.
CRECHES Little Friends Baby Care House , Parkrand, E Rand for exclusive baby care 3-18mnths.
Cuddle Bunnies Playschool Baby Care House ,Blairgowrie, a small quality playschool.
CAKES/FOOD B's Cake Art ,all areas Jhb, edible, 3D and moulded cakes.
Cara's Catering ,all areas E Rand, sweet and savoury party platters and packs.
CAMPS BBK Trails ,Waterval Boven, Mpumalanga for adventure pony camps.
CHILD CARE Au Pair Abuzz for au pairs, school lifters, babysitters, tutors, all pre-school staff.
CRAFTS Stimix Educraft for educational arts/crafts to do at home.
BLACK DOLLS Nomhlekhabo-African Dolls for african dolls and black princess birthday cakes.
CLOTHES Kidi-net, a website to buy clothing, gifts and accessories for your little ones.
EXTRA LESSONS SEMAS , all areas Gauteng, Japanese Abacus education and mental arithmetic training.
FURNITURE Fairy Dust Interiors , Kya Sands Randburg for custom made furniture, decor and soft furnishings.
Over the Moon Kids Interiors, Boksburg, 10% off furniture and 30% off linen until 31/7/08.
PARTIES Farmyard Frenzy Party Venue, Northriding, free gift for birthday child until 24/8/08.
Tumbleweeds party venue, Chartwell, 3 beautiful acres for hosting any party.
Sunset Mountain party venue in the country overlooking the Zwartkop mountains.
Picolinos Event and Party Planners ,Gauteng, also hire out equipmnt, jumping castles, all party supplies.
Pinky Ponky Pizza kids pizza making parties10% discount for 20 kids or more until 01.09.08.
Party Magic for face painting, ballooning, clowning and games.
Toi Toi Face Paint and Balloons for face painting, ballooning modelling and clowning.
Dream Parties , Krugersdorp, Roodepoort, party planners that do it all.
PHOTOGRAPHERS Louise Diesel Photography professional family photographer based in Johannesburg.
Memories and Moments, all areas Gauteng, 15% discount , for 2 referrals plus more specials.
SPORT EQUIPMT The Xtreme Shop ,Randburg, variety of outdoor equipment,paintball, rock climbing, air rifles etc.
S.A. Trampolines , make, supply and repair trampolines, 25% discount on safety covers.
THEATRE Barnyard Theatre-Broadacres for childrens theatre, musicals, rock shows and live bands.
WORKSHOPS Children's Technology Workshops , Jhb, robotics, digital art, video production, game design workshops and parties.
Lifesense Community Care, Melrose Arch, ADHD and Autism workshops for parents.
HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES
Check out our Winter Holidays (1) and (2) and (3) newsletters for other activities during the holidays.
CRAFTS Lifestyle Home Garden ,Randpark Ridge, craft holiday activities on Jun 26; Jul 1,3,8,10.
SCIENCE/TECH Experilab ,Randburg, Jun 24-27; Jul 1-10.
CORRECTION The Runnin Rebels organised Star Fire Soccer challenge for 6-16yr olds will take place in Johannesburg on July 7,9,11, NOT in Pretoria as previously stated.
JUNE/JULY EVENTS
BABY SHOW Baba Indaba the baby and parenting expo in Pretoria, June 27-29
BALLET The Selfish Giant by Ballet Bugs Theatre Co.,Wits Theatre Braamfontein, Jun 17-28. Filling up fast.
CRAFTS Your Family Creative Craft Expo at Emporers Palace in Kempton Park, July 4-6.
CIRCUS Jozi's Winter Circus ,Gold Reef City,Ormonde,JHB June 21- July 12.
Boswell Wilkie Circus in Kempton Park on July 10, 12,13.
HORSE RIDING Champagne Breakfast Outride in Elandsdrift by Shepherd's Fold Stables, June 29.
MARKET Holistic Fayre in Menlo Park, Pretoria June 28,29.
Holistic Fayre in Edenvale, July 5-6.
Bunny Park Crafter's Market in Benoni on June 28, July 26.
Bokkie Park Crafter's Market in Boksburg on July 5.
Bryanston Organic Market in Johannesburg on July 12.
SHOWS Winnie the Pooh at the People's Theatre in Braamfontein, June 2-Aug 9.
Cinderella at National Children's Theatre in Parktown, June 9-July 26.
Madiba Magic at the Roodepoort theatre, May 26–June 28.
Viva Las Vegas at Barnyard Theatre-Broadacres, May 27th-July 13th.
La Vida ,Pop and Rock Sounds of Latin America at Barnyard Theatre-Broadacres,15 Jul-31 Aug.br/>
TRAINS Tshwane Explorer Steam train trip in and around Pretoria by Friends of the Rail, Jun 29, Jul 27.
WORKSHOPS Parent Workshops Nuts and Bolts/ Big Kids Fun by Nikki Bush in Douglasdale, June 24,25.
WALKS/HIKES Check the calender every weekend for a list of regular walks or hikes in and around Johannesburg.
Regards,
The Jozikids Team
info@jozikids.co.za
011 482 4310
www.jozikids.co.za
NEW JOZIKIDS LISTINGS
ANIMALS Extreme Reptiles , educational show for birthday party, school or function.
CRECHES Little Friends Baby Care House , Parkrand, E Rand for exclusive baby care 3-18mnths.
Cuddle Bunnies Playschool Baby Care House ,Blairgowrie, a small quality playschool.
CAKES/FOOD B's Cake Art ,all areas Jhb, edible, 3D and moulded cakes.
Cara's Catering ,all areas E Rand, sweet and savoury party platters and packs.
CAMPS BBK Trails ,Waterval Boven, Mpumalanga for adventure pony camps.
CHILD CARE Au Pair Abuzz for au pairs, school lifters, babysitters, tutors, all pre-school staff.
CRAFTS Stimix Educraft for educational arts/crafts to do at home.
BLACK DOLLS Nomhlekhabo-African Dolls for african dolls and black princess birthday cakes.
CLOTHES Kidi-net, a website to buy clothing, gifts and accessories for your little ones.
EXTRA LESSONS SEMAS , all areas Gauteng, Japanese Abacus education and mental arithmetic training.
FURNITURE Fairy Dust Interiors , Kya Sands Randburg for custom made furniture, decor and soft furnishings.
Over the Moon Kids Interiors, Boksburg, 10% off furniture and 30% off linen until 31/7/08.
PARTIES Farmyard Frenzy Party Venue, Northriding, free gift for birthday child until 24/8/08.
Tumbleweeds party venue, Chartwell, 3 beautiful acres for hosting any party.
Sunset Mountain party venue in the country overlooking the Zwartkop mountains.
Picolinos Event and Party Planners ,Gauteng, also hire out equipmnt, jumping castles, all party supplies.
Pinky Ponky Pizza kids pizza making parties10% discount for 20 kids or more until 01.09.08.
Party Magic for face painting, ballooning, clowning and games.
Toi Toi Face Paint and Balloons for face painting, ballooning modelling and clowning.
Dream Parties , Krugersdorp, Roodepoort, party planners that do it all.
PHOTOGRAPHERS Louise Diesel Photography professional family photographer based in Johannesburg.
Memories and Moments, all areas Gauteng, 15% discount , for 2 referrals plus more specials.
SPORT EQUIPMT The Xtreme Shop ,Randburg, variety of outdoor equipment,paintball, rock climbing, air rifles etc.
S.A. Trampolines , make, supply and repair trampolines, 25% discount on safety covers.
THEATRE Barnyard Theatre-Broadacres for childrens theatre, musicals, rock shows and live bands.
WORKSHOPS Children's Technology Workshops , Jhb, robotics, digital art, video production, game design workshops and parties.
Lifesense Community Care, Melrose Arch, ADHD and Autism workshops for parents.
HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES
Check out our Winter Holidays (1) and (2) and (3) newsletters for other activities during the holidays.
CRAFTS Lifestyle Home Garden ,Randpark Ridge, craft holiday activities on Jun 26; Jul 1,3,8,10.
SCIENCE/TECH Experilab ,Randburg, Jun 24-27; Jul 1-10.
CORRECTION The Runnin Rebels organised Star Fire Soccer challenge for 6-16yr olds will take place in Johannesburg on July 7,9,11, NOT in Pretoria as previously stated.
JUNE/JULY EVENTS
BABY SHOW Baba Indaba the baby and parenting expo in Pretoria, June 27-29
BALLET The Selfish Giant by Ballet Bugs Theatre Co.,Wits Theatre Braamfontein, Jun 17-28. Filling up fast.
CRAFTS Your Family Creative Craft Expo at Emporers Palace in Kempton Park, July 4-6.
CIRCUS Jozi's Winter Circus ,Gold Reef City,Ormonde,JHB June 21- July 12.
Boswell Wilkie Circus in Kempton Park on July 10, 12,13.
HORSE RIDING Champagne Breakfast Outride in Elandsdrift by Shepherd's Fold Stables, June 29.
MARKET Holistic Fayre in Menlo Park, Pretoria June 28,29.
Holistic Fayre in Edenvale, July 5-6.
Bunny Park Crafter's Market in Benoni on June 28, July 26.
Bokkie Park Crafter's Market in Boksburg on July 5.
Bryanston Organic Market in Johannesburg on July 12.
SHOWS Winnie the Pooh at the People's Theatre in Braamfontein, June 2-Aug 9.
Cinderella at National Children's Theatre in Parktown, June 9-July 26.
Madiba Magic at the Roodepoort theatre, May 26–June 28.
Viva Las Vegas at Barnyard Theatre-Broadacres, May 27th-July 13th.
La Vida ,Pop and Rock Sounds of Latin America at Barnyard Theatre-Broadacres,15 Jul-31 Aug.br/>
TRAINS Tshwane Explorer Steam train trip in and around Pretoria by Friends of the Rail, Jun 29, Jul 27.
WORKSHOPS Parent Workshops Nuts and Bolts/ Big Kids Fun by Nikki Bush in Douglasdale, June 24,25.
WALKS/HIKES Check the calender every weekend for a list of regular walks or hikes in and around Johannesburg.
Regards,
The Jozikids Team
info@jozikids.co.za
011 482 4310
www.jozikids.co.za
Thursday, 26 June 2008
Down the Way Where the Knights are Gay.......
Gay he is is not, neither does he promote any gaiety. But guess what? He's not a knight anymore, either! Sir Robert Mugabe appears to have been stripped of his honorary knighthood by the British. (Well done, my Lords and Ladies.)
Watch it, Bra Bobby. May your Presidency be next. I'm hoping that somebody will stuff you into a rum bottle and throw the bottle into Lake Kariba, to float around as a message to mankind for ever and ever.
Watch it, Bra Bobby. May your Presidency be next. I'm hoping that somebody will stuff you into a rum bottle and throw the bottle into Lake Kariba, to float around as a message to mankind for ever and ever.
Sunday, 22 June 2008
More Holiday Activities for the Kids
Here are some more winter holiday activities for your kids, brought to you by Jozikids. For more information, visit their website at www.jozikids.co.za
HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES
Now you can even check out what's up these holidays at a library near you.
LIBRARY PROGRAMS Alexandra Children's Library, puppet show, games, fire & safety for 4-14yrs Jul 3,4,8,9,10.
Blackheath Library ,craft activities for 3-9yrs, Jun 23-25,
Boskriun Library ,crafts, the zoo and waterwise for 3-12yrs Jun 26, Jul 3.
Davidsonville Library Roodepoort ,activities for 3-6yrs, Jun 23,24,25,27.
Florida Library, insects, guide dogs and waterwise for 6-12yrs, Jun 24, Jul 1,10.
Glenanda Library, Stories, games, boy/girl talk and a horror movie, Jun 24,26, Jul 3,4,8.
Murray Park Library in Belgravia, science, puzzles and stories for 9-12yrs Jun 27, Jul 8.
Olivedale Library Sandton, snakes, waterwise and storytime for 3-12yrs Jun 27, Jul 4,11.
Rhodes Park Library, storytime, crafts and fire engine demo for 3-9yrs, Jun 25, Jul 2,9.
Roodepoort Library, storytime, movie and waterwise for 3-8yrs Jun 20, July 1,11.
Rosebank Library, make puppets and storytime for 9-12yrs Jul 2.
Sandton Library ,fun activities for 6-9yrs Jun 26.
Strubensvalley Library, crafts, stories and waterwise for 2-6yrs Jun 26, July 3.
Tshepisong Library, be waterwise, reading and teentalk for 3-18yrs Jun 23,25, July 9.
Weltevreden Park Library, Puppet show, crafts, be waterwise, for 3-12yrs, Jun 25,30, Jul 2.
Wilro Park Library, be waterwise for all ages July 7.
Witpoortjie Library, be waterwise for 3- 12, July 9 .
Yeoville Library , storytelling and activities for 3-9yrs, Jun 24.
ARTS/CRAFTS Polka Dot Arts and Craft Studio,Parkhurst has 50% off 1hr art and crafts in Aug holidays.
CAMPS Chartwell Stables Pony Camps for 4-14yrs, July 1-3.
TECHNOLOGY icamp™ Technology Workshops in Roodepoort, Pta, Jhb for 7-14yrs over June/July/Aug holidays.
VARIED Daisychain Primary School Holiday Programme in for 5-12yrs, June 30-July 11.
Bob the Builder at Sandton Square with playful construction site, interactive activities, July 2-6.
JUNE EVENTS
ACTION Snow in the City for ice-skating, snow-fights and more at Mary Fitzgerald Square in Newtown, June 22.
BABY SHOW Baba Indaba the baby and parenting expo in Pretoria, June 27-29
BALLET The Selfish Giant by Ballet Bugs Theatre Co. at Wits Theatre in Braamfontein, June 17-28.
HORSE RIDING Champagne Breakfast Outride in Elandsdrift by Shepherd's Fold Stables, June 29.
MARKET Holistic Fayre in Menlo Park, Pretoria June 28,29.
MUSIC Beautiful Creatures Music with Alan Glas & Ed Jordan at Toptots concert, The Wanderers, June 22.
SHOWS Winnie the Pooh at the People's Theatre in Braamfontein, June 2-Aug 9.
Cinderella at National Children's Theatre in Parktown, June 9-July 26.
Madiba Magic at the Roodepoort theatre, May 26–June 28.
Viva Las Vegas May 27th-July 13th at Barnyard Theatre-Broadacres, Jhb.
TRAINS Tshwane Explorer Steam train trip in and around Pretoria by Friends of the Rail, Jun 29,
WORKSHOPS Parent Workshops Nuts and Bolts/ Big Kids Fun by Nikki Bush in Douglasdale, June 19,24,25.
HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES
Now you can even check out what's up these holidays at a library near you.
LIBRARY PROGRAMS Alexandra Children's Library, puppet show, games, fire & safety for 4-14yrs Jul 3,4,8,9,10.
Blackheath Library ,craft activities for 3-9yrs, Jun 23-25,
Boskriun Library ,crafts, the zoo and waterwise for 3-12yrs Jun 26, Jul 3.
Davidsonville Library Roodepoort ,activities for 3-6yrs, Jun 23,24,25,27.
Florida Library, insects, guide dogs and waterwise for 6-12yrs, Jun 24, Jul 1,10.
Glenanda Library, Stories, games, boy/girl talk and a horror movie, Jun 24,26, Jul 3,4,8.
Murray Park Library in Belgravia, science, puzzles and stories for 9-12yrs Jun 27, Jul 8.
Olivedale Library Sandton, snakes, waterwise and storytime for 3-12yrs Jun 27, Jul 4,11.
Rhodes Park Library, storytime, crafts and fire engine demo for 3-9yrs, Jun 25, Jul 2,9.
Roodepoort Library, storytime, movie and waterwise for 3-8yrs Jun 20, July 1,11.
Rosebank Library, make puppets and storytime for 9-12yrs Jul 2.
Sandton Library ,fun activities for 6-9yrs Jun 26.
Strubensvalley Library, crafts, stories and waterwise for 2-6yrs Jun 26, July 3.
Tshepisong Library, be waterwise, reading and teentalk for 3-18yrs Jun 23,25, July 9.
Weltevreden Park Library, Puppet show, crafts, be waterwise, for 3-12yrs, Jun 25,30, Jul 2.
Wilro Park Library, be waterwise for all ages July 7.
Witpoortjie Library, be waterwise for 3- 12, July 9 .
Yeoville Library , storytelling and activities for 3-9yrs, Jun 24.
ARTS/CRAFTS Polka Dot Arts and Craft Studio,Parkhurst has 50% off 1hr art and crafts in Aug holidays.
CAMPS Chartwell Stables Pony Camps for 4-14yrs, July 1-3.
TECHNOLOGY icamp™ Technology Workshops in Roodepoort, Pta, Jhb for 7-14yrs over June/July/Aug holidays.
VARIED Daisychain Primary School Holiday Programme in for 5-12yrs, June 30-July 11.
Bob the Builder at Sandton Square with playful construction site, interactive activities, July 2-6.
JUNE EVENTS
ACTION Snow in the City for ice-skating, snow-fights and more at Mary Fitzgerald Square in Newtown, June 22.
BABY SHOW Baba Indaba the baby and parenting expo in Pretoria, June 27-29
BALLET The Selfish Giant by Ballet Bugs Theatre Co. at Wits Theatre in Braamfontein, June 17-28.
HORSE RIDING Champagne Breakfast Outride in Elandsdrift by Shepherd's Fold Stables, June 29.
MARKET Holistic Fayre in Menlo Park, Pretoria June 28,29.
MUSIC Beautiful Creatures Music with Alan Glas & Ed Jordan at Toptots concert, The Wanderers, June 22.
SHOWS Winnie the Pooh at the People's Theatre in Braamfontein, June 2-Aug 9.
Cinderella at National Children's Theatre in Parktown, June 9-July 26.
Madiba Magic at the Roodepoort theatre, May 26–June 28.
Viva Las Vegas May 27th-July 13th at Barnyard Theatre-Broadacres, Jhb.
TRAINS Tshwane Explorer Steam train trip in and around Pretoria by Friends of the Rail, Jun 29,
WORKSHOPS Parent Workshops Nuts and Bolts/ Big Kids Fun by Nikki Bush in Douglasdale, June 19,24,25.
Tuesday, 17 June 2008
Winter Holiday Ideas from Jozikids
For more information and links to relevent sites, click on this link to the Jozikids site.
HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES & PROGRAMS
ARTS/CRAFTS Lets Party for craft making workshops in Roodepoort,June 23-27; June 30-July 4; July 7-11
Smudge Art Centre for craft workshops, May 27-June 1, 3-8, 10-15, 17-22.
Kids Art Workshops by Spine Art in Weltevreden Park, June 3,10, 17, 24.
Scribble and Splot Art Classes in Fourways, June 7,27; July 1,4,19.
ANIMALS Esperanza Riding School Holiday Program in Mooiplaats, Pretoria June 23-7
Montecasino Bird Garden Holiday Program in Fourways June 23-July 11.
Holiday Pony Camp at Shepherd's Fold Stables in Elandsdrift, Jhb, July 1-3.
COOKING Ushef Cooking School in Olivedale, Sandton. Jun 25,27,Jul 2,4,9,11
DANCE The Holiday Dance Workshop by Kim Field Dance Academy in Fourway for hip hop, breakdance, tap, acrobatics and more June 23-27, 30-July 4, 7-11.
TENNIS International Tennis Academy in Parkview/Melville, Mini Tennis (3-6yrs) 2hr session or 1/2dy(from 6yrs) 4hrs. June 30-July 4, 7-11.
TEENAGERS Life Empowering & Creativity Workshops for Teenagers in Petervale, Bryanston, July 7-11.
VARIETY Camp Ilanga Day Camp at Kidzville Party Venue in Kempton Park, 30 June-11 July.
Hedgehog Lane in Bryanston for daily fun activities, June 23-July 11.
Jozi's Winter Circus at Gold Reef City June 21-July 12.
Playdays @ Elf's Hill in Chartwell, June 4, 18; July 2,9 30.
HOLIDAY CAMPS
Gecko Valley Performing Arts Camp, Vaal River, June 23-9, 28-July 4, 5-11.
Adventure n Beyond, Krugersdorp, June 22-27.
Bushtrail Holiday Camp in the Magaliesburg, June 21-28; June 28-July 5.
Happy Acres Holiday Camp, in the Magaliesburg, June 21-28; June 28-July 5.
Camp Nelu Holiday Camp, in Nooitgedacht, West Rand, June 21-28; June 28-July 2.
Imbila Edu-Adventures just outside Bronkhorstspruit June 24-29.
FAMILY HOLIDAYS OUTSIDE GAUTENG
ACCOMMOD. SA-Venues.com lists family friendly accomodation nationwide.
Dolphin EnCounters in Mozambique has June holiday special offers.
Coral Tree Guest House in Port Elizabeth offers a free city tour.
SAFETY 4 A Kid products for putting your child's safety first while on holiday or anytime.
Safety For Baby SA "My First Friendly Harness” is a harness & backpack to keep your child safe.
UPCOMING EVENTS
BOOKS Book Fair Joburg public library book sale for great deals at Marks Park in Emmerentia, June 1
BREAKFASTS E Rand Baby & Toddler Morning w/ Sam Cowan, fashion show, breakfast, Benoni Lake Club, June 7.
Champagne Breakfast Outride in Elandsdrift by Shepherd's Fold Stables, June 29.
DANCE The Selfish Giant by Ballet Bugs Theatre Company at Wits Theatre in Braamfontein, June 17-28.
MARKETS Craft Day at Bryanston Organic Market June 14.
Holistic Fayre in Blairgowrie May31-June 1, Boksburg June 7,8.
Irene Market in Pretoria, May 31
MUSIC Philippe Graffin's Violin Fairy at UJ in Auckland Park, specially for kids, June 9.
Beautiful Creatures Music with Alan Glas & Ed Jordan at Toptots concert, The Wanderers, June 22.
THEATRE/SHOWS Winnie the Pooh at the People's Theatre in Braamfontein, June 2-Aug 9.
Cinderella at National Children's Theatre in Parktown, June 9-July 26.
Madiba Magic at the Roodepoort theatre, May 26–June 28.
Creative Puppets Holiday Program with String Puppets in Randburg, June 28, July 5,12,19..
TRAINS Tshwane Explorer Steam train trip in and around Pretoria by Friends of the Rail, Jun 16, 29,
WALKS/HIKES Alberts Farm and Melville Koppies Central walks Jun 1, 8, 15
Regards
The Jozikids Team
info@jozikids.co.za
011 482 4310
www.jozikids.co.za
HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES & PROGRAMS
ARTS/CRAFTS Lets Party for craft making workshops in Roodepoort,June 23-27; June 30-July 4; July 7-11
Smudge Art Centre for craft workshops, May 27-June 1, 3-8, 10-15, 17-22.
Kids Art Workshops by Spine Art in Weltevreden Park, June 3,10, 17, 24.
Scribble and Splot Art Classes in Fourways, June 7,27; July 1,4,19.
ANIMALS Esperanza Riding School Holiday Program in Mooiplaats, Pretoria June 23-7
Montecasino Bird Garden Holiday Program in Fourways June 23-July 11.
Holiday Pony Camp at Shepherd's Fold Stables in Elandsdrift, Jhb, July 1-3.
COOKING Ushef Cooking School in Olivedale, Sandton. Jun 25,27,Jul 2,4,9,11
DANCE The Holiday Dance Workshop by Kim Field Dance Academy in Fourway for hip hop, breakdance, tap, acrobatics and more June 23-27, 30-July 4, 7-11.
TENNIS International Tennis Academy in Parkview/Melville, Mini Tennis (3-6yrs) 2hr session or 1/2dy(from 6yrs) 4hrs. June 30-July 4, 7-11.
TEENAGERS Life Empowering & Creativity Workshops for Teenagers in Petervale, Bryanston, July 7-11.
VARIETY Camp Ilanga Day Camp at Kidzville Party Venue in Kempton Park, 30 June-11 July.
Hedgehog Lane in Bryanston for daily fun activities, June 23-July 11.
Jozi's Winter Circus at Gold Reef City June 21-July 12.
Playdays @ Elf's Hill in Chartwell, June 4, 18; July 2,9 30.
HOLIDAY CAMPS
Gecko Valley Performing Arts Camp, Vaal River, June 23-9, 28-July 4, 5-11.
Adventure n Beyond, Krugersdorp, June 22-27.
Bushtrail Holiday Camp in the Magaliesburg, June 21-28; June 28-July 5.
Happy Acres Holiday Camp, in the Magaliesburg, June 21-28; June 28-July 5.
Camp Nelu Holiday Camp, in Nooitgedacht, West Rand, June 21-28; June 28-July 2.
Imbila Edu-Adventures just outside Bronkhorstspruit June 24-29.
FAMILY HOLIDAYS OUTSIDE GAUTENG
ACCOMMOD. SA-Venues.com lists family friendly accomodation nationwide.
Dolphin EnCounters in Mozambique has June holiday special offers.
Coral Tree Guest House in Port Elizabeth offers a free city tour.
SAFETY 4 A Kid products for putting your child's safety first while on holiday or anytime.
Safety For Baby SA "My First Friendly Harness” is a harness & backpack to keep your child safe.
UPCOMING EVENTS
BOOKS Book Fair Joburg public library book sale for great deals at Marks Park in Emmerentia, June 1
BREAKFASTS E Rand Baby & Toddler Morning w/ Sam Cowan, fashion show, breakfast, Benoni Lake Club, June 7.
Champagne Breakfast Outride in Elandsdrift by Shepherd's Fold Stables, June 29.
DANCE The Selfish Giant by Ballet Bugs Theatre Company at Wits Theatre in Braamfontein, June 17-28.
MARKETS Craft Day at Bryanston Organic Market June 14.
Holistic Fayre in Blairgowrie May31-June 1, Boksburg June 7,8.
Irene Market in Pretoria, May 31
MUSIC Philippe Graffin's Violin Fairy at UJ in Auckland Park, specially for kids, June 9.
Beautiful Creatures Music with Alan Glas & Ed Jordan at Toptots concert, The Wanderers, June 22.
THEATRE/SHOWS Winnie the Pooh at the People's Theatre in Braamfontein, June 2-Aug 9.
Cinderella at National Children's Theatre in Parktown, June 9-July 26.
Madiba Magic at the Roodepoort theatre, May 26–June 28.
Creative Puppets Holiday Program with String Puppets in Randburg, June 28, July 5,12,19..
TRAINS Tshwane Explorer Steam train trip in and around Pretoria by Friends of the Rail, Jun 16, 29,
WALKS/HIKES Alberts Farm and Melville Koppies Central walks Jun 1, 8, 15
Regards
The Jozikids Team
info@jozikids.co.za
011 482 4310
www.jozikids.co.za
Wednesday, 11 June 2008
Antarctica's Long Night
A New Zealand newspaper reported that one of the last shipments to a USA research base in Antarctica, before the onset of the dark winter, contained 16 500 condoms.
Talk about being frozen stiff ....
Probably keeps them dry and protected from frostbite. Hang in there, guys, spring will come again.
Talk about being frozen stiff ....
Probably keeps them dry and protected from frostbite. Hang in there, guys, spring will come again.
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