1.1. STEVE NEWMAN’S 60th BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION and CONCERT - tonycox@netactive.co.za

WHERE: Olympia Bakery
WHEN: Wed 25th Jan
TIME: 20h00
BOOKING: tonycox@netactive.co.za – 076 105 3310
COST: R150 (Including light vegetarian supper)
 
Iconic South African acoustic guitar genius, Steve Newman celebrates his 60th birthday this January. Steve is known throughout SA and way beyond its borders for his incredible body of award-winning work dedicated to the fine art of acoustic guitar playing. This is not a genre that brings massive wealth and certainly has never fit in to the rank commercialisation of our music industry, yet it is a fact that if you want to look for true, gifted, musical genius one must look beyond the obvious to where the real cutting edge actually is.
 
Steve Newman is exactly where that cutting edge is. Non-conformist, uninterested in accolades of any sort, propelled purely by his love of music and his pleasure at sharing what he has with others. In any other world the man would be a multi-millionaire purely for his skills.
 
He is though, much more than just a great guitarist; he is a compassionate and passionate humanist, a loyal friend, husband and a great father.
 
His musical works, recordings, collaborations and performances span forty years. He created South Africa’s one and only super-group, Tananas back in the early 80’s and this trio of gifted musicians went on to play all over the world. There was nothing quite like them and nothing since. His long association with Tony Cox touched the hearts and ears of several generations and they are still going strong today performing to sold-out shows after 3 decades of performance together.
 
Going back to early days, Steve formed many groups around himself such as the Squirrel Skinners and the Biscuit Raiders both with a strong bluegrass flavour but with cross-over jazz idioms, all delivered with sparkling arrangements and a great sense of mischief and fun. Before that he had various groups and buddies he played with at school. Many of these guys will be at Steve’s 60th to create a night of musical mayhem and a Steve Newman retrospective stretching back to the beginning. The night promises to deliver up the most unexpected musical concoctions and by all intents and purposes lift your heart and put a smile on your dial...
 
Come and say happy birthday to the boy…

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1.2. JIMMY DLUDLU & CLAIRE PHILLIPS AT KIRSTENBOSCH - monique@hippocommunications.com

Jimmy Dludlu has come a long way from that moment when at the age of 13 he first picked up a handmade guitar.  That moment however set his path.  He taught himself to play and went on to become a global jazz icon.   Long before record companies were aware of his talent, he was already celebrated as one of the hottest most stylish talents on the South African jazz music scene.  He is an icon in the music industry and in the last Decade has continued to compose and make the kind of jazz music that stirs the soul - clearly influenced by various cultures around the continent and his interaction with other musicians on the world stage.   His new album; “TONOTO”, introduces new facets of Jimmy and opens you up to feeling the world in a whole new way.

Claire Phillips will perform an opening act at this concert. As a singer- songwriter and musician, Claire’s repertoire spans jazz, funk, soul and folk. She plays the guitar, piano, saxophone and drums, but her acoustic guitar is her instrument of choice. Claire Phillips was the first musician in the country to win a SAMA Award for a debut album The Old Mutual Summer Sunset Concerts take place at Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden (Rhodes Avenue, Newlands, Cape Town) on Sundays from 17h00 – 19h00.
Gates open at 16h00.
 
For further information and ticket prices, please telephone 021 799 8783/8620 or visit the website www.sanbi.org or www.oldmutual.co.za/music
Tickets can be booked on www.webtickets.co.za            

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1.3. ALMA CAFÉ LINEUP - dictait@rainbow.co.za

Friday 20 Jan: Andrew James & The Steady Tiger appear at the Alma for the first time. Both Andrew and James are exceptionally talented and creative musicians who recently released their first CD to great acclaim. A mix of guitar, slide guitar, percussion and vocals to a very high standard is guaranteed. Please contact the Alma Café to reserve your place and for all further details.

Saturday 21 Jan: PLUSH, well known SA band, will be performing as an acoustic duo. These guys first performed at the Alma last year and theirs was an excellent show case of their musical and songwriting virtuosity. You are urged to book soonest so as to avoid disappointment as their previous show was hugely oversubscribed.Please phone to book and for all further details.

We look forward to hearing from you and once again thank you for your continued support for live music and our venue. Regards Richard and Retha at the Alma Café  

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1.4. DAN PATLANSKY & NATASHA MEISTER AT KIRSTENBOSCH - monique@hippocommunications.com
To achieve legend-status as a Blues-musician at the age of 30 is almost unheard of.  What Dan Patlansky can do with a six-string Fender Stratocasterat at this young age, most critically acclaimed guitarists will never quite achieve in a lifetime.

Twenty year old singer – songwriter Natasha Meister will join Dan Patlansky for this performance. She has become SA’s very own Blues Queen in the two short years since returning from Canada to her ancestral home in Africa.
Tel: (022) 433 3112

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1.5. PUPPET ASYLUM AT THE BAXTER THEATRE - www.computicket.com

South Africa’s top ventriloquist, Conrad Koch, teams up with multi-award winning director Heinrich Reisenhofer to bring his highly acclaimed new one-man comedy show, Puppet Asylum to Cape Town. Using post-modern puppets that include the notorious political analyst, Chester Missing, this highly acclaimed extravaganza of world class comedy and cool puppetry effects runs for a season at the Baxter Golden Arrow Studio from 10 to 28 January 2012. Performances are at 20.15 Tuesday to Saturday.

Set in a special ‘loony bin’, Conrad has one last chance to get his crazy puppets released but only if he can get them to behave in front of a test audience. The problem is that his main puppet, Chester Missing of LNN fame, who is also Conrad’s outspoken BEE business partner, no longer wants to be a ventriloquists’ puppet; his ambition instead is to go solo and host his own TV talk show. Hilary, the ostrich, who despises playing second fiddle to Chester, is a ‘has-been’ alcoholic show-girl, desperate to make her own star come-back, and Ronnie, the cute but savage green monster, cannot control his impulses in front of people despite Conrad’s best efforts to teach him manners and curb his behaviour. The result is a spectacular and hilarious journey of verbal insanity that pushes the boundaries of ventriloquism and comedy.

Tickets on Tuesdays cost R50, Wednesday and Thursday R80, Friday and Saturday R90. Book through Computicket, Shoprite and Checkers outlets, call 0861 915 8000, on line www.computicket.com or at the Baxter 021 685 7880. Discounts are available for Students, senior citizens and block bookings of 10 or more R60 (Wednesday and Thursday), R70 (Friday and Saturday). Duration of the show is 65 minutes. PG 13L For charity and corporate bookings contact Sharon Ward 021 680 3962 sharon.ward@uct.ac.za or Carmen Kearns (021) 680 3993 carmen.kearns@uct.ac.za

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1.6. JOHANNESBURG INTERNATIONAL MOZART FESTIVAL - www.computicket.co.za

The Johannesburg International Mozart Festival's (JIMF) Chamber Concerts are perfectly set up for an intimate classical music experience. This year, numerous international stars will join their South African counterparts for the 4th Johannesburg International Mozart Festival (JIMF), taking place from 27 January to 19 February 2012 in Johannesburg.

The first Chamber Concert on this year's JIMF programme is on 4 February, featuring German-Japanese violinist Mirijam Contzen, together with Peter Martens (cello) and JIMF Artistic Director Florian Uhlig (piano).
The second Chamber Concert on Friday 10 February will see Brazilian pianist Cristina Ortiz and members of the JFO perform Chopin’s Piano Concerto No.1 in E minor. The first half of the programme will include Mozarts String Divertimento in F Major K138, as well as three short works for string quartet by composer-in-residence Paul Hanmer.

The Chamber Concert on 15 February will have Italy's Massimo Mercelli (flute) on stage with Florian Uhlig (piano). A pupil of the famous flautists Maxence Larrieu and André Jaunet, Mercelli became first flute at the Teatro La Fenice in Venice at the age of 19, and subsequently won the Premio Francesco Cilea, the Concorso Internazionale Giornate Musicali and the Concorso Internazionale di Stresa.  He regularly performs as a soloist in major concert halls around the world, including Carnegie Hall in New York, Moscow Conservatory, Oslo’s Conserthuset, Herkulessaal and Gasteig in Munich, Teatro Colon in Buenos Aires, Concertgebouw in Amsterdam, RAI Auditoriums in Turin, Victoria Hall in Geneva, St. Martin in the Fields of London and the Wigmore Hall Lon don and Parco della Musica in Rome.

On 16 February Maurice Steger (recorder) will be joined by the popular James Grace on guitar. Steger has established himself as today’s most renowned Swiss recorder virtuoso. With his dynamic style and spontaneous and personal technique, he has also contributed to a resurgence of interest in the recorder as an instrument. Grace is the KANNA Award winner for Best Male Artist at the 2010 ABSA KKNK, and more recently 2011 KykNET Fiesta Award winner. In recent years he has appeared with the Cape Philharmonic, the Kwa-Zulu Natal Philharmonic, the Johannesburg Festival, the Johannesburg Philharmonic and the Free State Symphony in concerti by Rodrigo, Villa – Lobos, Giuliani and Vivaldi.

For the final Chamber Concert on 17 February, Misha Simonyan (violin) will perform with Florian Uhlig (piano). The young Simonyan is already recognized as one of the brilliant talents of his generation.  Born of Russian and Armenian parents in Novosibirsk, Mikhail began to study the violin at the age of five. At 13, Mikhail made his New York debut at Lincoln Center in 1999 with the American Russian Young Artists Orchestra (ARYO) and his debut in St. Petersburg, Russia at the Mariinsky (Kirov) Theatre in ARYO’s joint concert with the Mariinsky Youth Orchestra. He has earned first prize awards at the All-Russia Competition in St. Petersburg, the Siberian Violin Competition, the National Prize Prizvanie in Moscow, and the Salon de Virtuosi in New York, as wel l as winning Virtuoso of the Year 2000 in Saint Petersburg.
Tickets for concerts at the Linder Auditorium and the University of Johannesburg Theatre will be available through Computicket. For other venues, including Northwards House, Villa Arcadia, St. Mary's Cathedral, and venues in Soweto, please contact (011) 447 9264. For more information please visit www.join-mozart-festival.org, and join the Johannesburg International Mozart Festival page on Facebook for regular updates on Festival happenings and competitions.

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1.7. DINNER CLUB FOR SINGLE PROFESSIONALS - Fran - hipzone2@mweb.co.za

Meet mature, (45 to 75) single, professionals in a non-threatening environment. Our guest speaker, John Paisley, has been involved in education, training and development for more than 30 years and will talk to us Mentoring. Our delicious dinner follows and guests can relax, network and make new friends. Venue: The Site Office Restaurant at the Belmont Square Conference Centre, Rondebosch. R140-00 for members, R150-00 for non-members. Enquiries - marlene@belmontsquare.co.za

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1.8. MILNERTON PLAYERS AUDITION - Linet - linet@hippocommunications.com

Eight amateur actors are required for the upcoming production by Milnerton Players of Caught on the Hop by Derek Benfield directed by Gordon Molloy. This hilarious comedy/farce has the most frenetic confusion of mistaken identities, plotting and counterplotting that ever erupted on a quiet summer’s day in the suburbs. We are looking for the following: four males: three in their mid to late 40s and one good looking thirty-something, four females: one attractive forty something, one mature lady for a comic role and two attractive ladies in their mid-twenties. The play will be staged in May 2012 Auditions take place on Saturday 21 January at 14.15 at Milnerton Playhouse. For further information contact Gordon Molloy: (021) 552 2988 Or Margaret Molloy: 082 495 0404.

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1.9. THE FRINGE HANDMADE MARKET - www.thefringe.org.za

Now in its second incarnation, The Fringe, Cape Town’s design and innovation district, will host their exclusive Fringe Handmade Market in Harrington Street on Saturday, February 4, 2012, with a wide variety of stands dedicated to products by local creatives.

The Fringe Handmade, held for the first time on December 3, 2011 was a huge success amongst locals and visitors alike. Once again, the market will showcase fresh designs from innovative talents, and is a joint initiative between The Fringe coordinating team, the Cape Craft and Design Institute (CCDI), the Cape Town Fashion Council (CTFC), Woodheads and Fledge Creative Catalyst.

This quintessentially Cape Town market is the perfect way to experience the Mother City’s creative network while shopping for edgy locally-produced items such as pottery, fashion, jewellery, homeware, accessories and more.

“The Fringe is dedicated to creating a platform where creative interaction is encouraged, while presenting designers with the opportunity to showcase their work at the same time,” says Fringe coordinator Zayd Minty. “The first market was a huge success and we couldn’t ignore the demand. Over 100 designers took full advantage of the opportunity the first time around and we hope that the second market inspires more young designers to share their creative products with the rest of Cape Town.”  

 The Fringe Handmade Market welcomes children and pets.
 
Saturday, 4th February, 2012 - 10h00 to 15h00 - Harrington Square (Corner of Harrington and Caledon Streets)

For more information, see www.facebook.com/FringeDistrict, follow @fringedistrict on Twitter or use the hashtag #fringehandmade to tell us what you like or visit www.thefringe.org.za

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1.10. WHISKY TASTING @ CAFE MANHATTAN - Cafe Manhattan - info@manhattan.co.za

Starting on the 7th February, Café Manhattan, Green Point (74 Waterkant Street, Green Point) is hosting two hours of tasting and talking about all thing spirits.  Whisky guru Bernard Gutman will take you through the history of whisky, from Iraq to America, from France to Scotland, delving into Single Malts, Blends and Bourbons.

The first evening starts at 6.30 sharp with whisky cocktails and snacks, then from 7 to 8.30 Bernard will serve you five premium whiskies and bourbons, including Maker’s Mark, the original special recipe bourbon, and Laphroig, the World’s best-selling Islay Single Malt.  
Every second Tuesday Bernard will introduce different whiskies, then move into rum, tequila, vodka, brandy and other spirits. The full program will appear on www.waterfrontwhisky.wordpress.com.

- (021) 421 6666

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2.1. DEEP TISSUE MASSAGE - Frans - franshills@gmail.com
I offer Deep Tissue Massage from home in Muizenburg. Quiet and Safe Parking. Come treat yourself or a loved one for a session of absolute Bliss - 072 740 7355

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2.2. THE HEALING POWER OF MEDITATION - Tushita Kadampa - info@meditateincapetown.org

With Buddhist monk, Gen Pagpa - no need to book, just pitch up! Somerset West library, cnr Victoria St & Andries Pretorious St - Monday 23rd January, 6.30-7.30pm.

Sea Point, The Minor hall, next to the library, Main Rd Tuesday Jan 24th, 9.30-10.30am
Info : (021) 685 3428.

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2.3. THE PATH TO HAPPINESS MEDITATION COURSE - info@meditateincapetown.org

With Gen Pagpa, Resident Teacher of Tushita Centre - woodland
Sunday 22 January - 10.00am-1.00pm - Vineyard Hotel, Colinton Rd, Newlands

On this half-day course we will learn how to combine essential meditation practices, for developing inner peace and improving our relationships, with our everyday activities. Gen Pagpa, Resident Teacher of Tushita Kadampa Buddhist Centre, will introduce the ancient wisdom of the teachings and meditations of 'the stages of the path' and show how we can use them to transform all our experiences into the path to happiness. Info : (021) 6853428.

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2.4. LOVE, DESIRE, ATTACHMENT MEDITATION COURSE - info@meditateincapetown.org

Sunday 12 February with Buddhist monk, Gen Pagpa
venue: Phakalane Centre • 12 Hunters way • Hout bay - 10am - 1pm During this course we will learn how to distinguish between love & attachment, and free ourselves from attachment, while cultivating a pure mind of love for others. If we practise in this way our mind will remain peaceful, and our relationships will be enjoyable, stable and fulfilling. All welcome! Please book ahead. Info : (021) 685 3428.

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2.5. WEEKLY MEDITATION CLASSES - info@meditateincapetown.org

Cape Town CBD classes are on Wednesdays 5.45-6.45pm Venue: Central Library, Darling St - from Jan 25th

Milnerton classes are on Tuesdays 6.30-7.30pm
Venue: Milnerton library, Pienaar Rd - starts on Jan 24th.

Rondebosch - Tushita Buddhist Centre
Thursdays at 21 Loch Rd 6.30-7.30pm - Starts Jan 26 also same venue on Friday mornings at 10.00-11.00am at 21 Loch Rd starts Jan 27

Sea Point classes are on Tuesday mornings 9.30-10.30am
Venue: The Minor hall, next to the library, Main Rd.
Free Public Talk on Jan 24th at 9.30-10.30am New three week series of drop-in classes starts: Jan 31

Simon's Town classes are on Sundays 10.00-11.30am
Venue: Guides Hall, Seaforth Rd - Starts Jan 29th

Somerset West classes are on Mondays 6.30-7.30pm Free Public Talk on Jan 23rd at 6.30-7.30pm 'The Healing Power of Meditation'
Venue: Somerset West library, cnr Victoria St & Andries Pretorious St New three week series of drop-in classes: Jan 30, Feb 6, 13
Venue: The Art studio, 34 Church St, cnr of Church & Reitz St

Info : (021) 685 3428

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2.6. STRESS, PHOBIAS, INSOMNIA, PANIC ATTACKS – intuitivehealing01@gmail.com

Complimentary health therapy. Get to the root cause of the problem. Info : 082 568 2288.

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2.7. WOMEN, YOU KNOW WHAT I'M TALKING ABOUT! - Rose - capexact@yebo.co.za

You're smart and know what your issues are. You want to fix them but don't have the discipline or don't know where to start. And yet - you've promised yourself that 2012 will be a quality year with more time for your life. No more exhaustion!

But before you know it, the action starts and you're back on the treadmill with your promises a distant memory.

What you need is a NEW PLAN. You need NEW HABITS. And you need someone
to HELP you stick to that plan because it's really difficult to do it
on your own!

After a while the plan will become your new habit and your new habit
will become your new life! Start here. Take control. Book a coaching session.

Let's work out your personal challenges and how to fix them. Booking an appointment is an action in itself and will make you feel
happier already! http://www.rosepolkey.co.za Info : 083 400 2349

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2.8. WOMEN'S GROUP - Ielhaam - ielhaampetersen@yahoo.com

This group offers support, encouragement and hope to women who are recovering from abusive relationships/dealing with an addict in their lives. The group runs over an eight week period. Individual sessions will also be available.
Info : 083 960 7994

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3.1. BORN TO SING WITH MICHELE MAXWELL - Fiona - info@borntobefamous.co.za

Do you dream of singing in front of thousands of people but you've lacked either the confidence or the opportunity to do so? Are you naturally gifted with a beautiful voice that perhaps just needs the assistance of an expert to fully come into the light/ Or do you just want to take your singing to the next level?

Born to Sing will take you on an inspirational 8 week journey of vocal self-discovery. The course culminates in a public performance where singers are given the opportunity to showcase their talents to industry professionals and realise a dream of singing on stage.

The course is facilitated by well-known actress, singer and musician Michele Maxwell. It starts on the 6th of February and runs for 8 weeks every Monday evening from 6pm-8:30pm finishing on the 26th of March.

Info : 079 083 9723

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3.2. FAMILY & SYSTEMIC CONSTELLATIONS WORKSHOP - www.theinnerprocess.com

In times of conflict or crises, in a family system, or an organisation, a business, or a working group, the way towards resolution or creative solution often seems blocked. We remain stuck in the old patterns of behaviour. Using the constellation process allows what is hidden, what is invisible in our everyday interactions, to become visible. What is revealed opens up new possibilities and ways of living.

This one day workshop will provide a space for participants to work on individual issues, whether embedded in family or in a work setting.

Date: Sunday 22nd January from 9:00 to 17:00
Venue: Tokai

R650 for those setting up their own constellation
R300 for anyone attending as an observer or representative

For bookings or more information go to: www.theinnerprocess.com – 0832605567.

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3.3. HERO BOOK ART AND NARATIVE AUTOBIOGRAPHY WORKSHOP - suzl@mweb.co.za

Participants re-script the story of their lives with themselves as a hero.  
Profound in its simplicity; using drawing, colour, talking, writing, movement and reflection. Not necessary to be an artist – activities are carefully designed and guided. Builds self-esteem, inner strength, direction and purpose.

You will receive a facilitators manual at the end.

More info: http://sa.livingnetwork.co.za/hero-book

Dates: 25 Jan, 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Feb 2012.
Time: 10am to 1pm.
Venue: Casa Labia Art and Cultural Centre, 192 Main Road Muizenberg, Cape Town.
Cost: R2500 (If necessary ask Suzanne for assistance).
Booking: events@casalabia.co.za,   021 788 6068.
Facilitator: Suzanne Leighton
Complementary therapist: 084 293 3214, (021) 794 2738

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3.4. INNERTUITION SA - Margaret - margaret@innertuition.co.za

Margaret Holton is a NATURAL HEALTH PRACTITIONER. She has been involved in voluntary Life Why's faciiltiation and healing since 1984. She established and ran crisis lines for those involved in child abuse and those with Learning Difficulties. She is a Reiki Master and a functioning Mystic, and utilises all this knowledge in her work. Margaret has learned valuable lessons from her own health crises. Initially called the Wholism Healing Association SA since 1993, InnerTuition SA was established in 2011. This multi-faceted approach to healing the whole person is incorporated in her own healing practice, as well as in all the Inner Tuition training courses.
You can contact Margaret on 072 545 2542, or email her on margaret@innertuition.co.za See also www.dcmreading.com, www.naturalhealthaccess.info/

THERAPIES:
1) Wholism-Reiki
2) Natural Trauma Release
3) Emotional Self-Support
4) Energy Balancing
5) Aura Clearing
6) Chakra Re-alignment
7) Rebuilding Self Esteem:
8) Life Why's facilitator
9) Reconciliation within the Inner Child
10) Soul Readiing
11) Deep Cellular Memory Release(DCMR)
12) Past life regression therapy
12+1) Distant Healing

Info : 072 545 2542

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3.5. INNERTUITION INTRODUCTORY COURSE - margaret@innertuition.co.za

The Introduction to Inner Tuition course runs over 4 x 4 hour workshop sessions for an investment of R900. This stand-alone course also serves as a means by which those interested in studying further will have an opportunity to get an over-view of the full range of information we cover in the main InnerTuition course. You will be able to experience what we do, ask a multitude of questions, and meet our highly experienced trainers.

As few people are prepared to commit to a lengthy period without being absolutely sure this is what they’re looking for, the Introduction to Inner Tuition course will be focused and competently presented. A comprehensive manual will be provided containing information to be discussed in the course, and some additional information.

This course can also be used as a valuable addition to many other complementary therapy modalities, as well as giving a deeper dimension to the individual’s personal growth.

The Introductory Course will be held on Thursday mornings from 09:00 to 13:00 starting on Thursday 2 February 2012 until Thursday 23 February 2012 at WellSpring Health Centre in Sunnydale, Noordhoek, Cape Town.

Intense Stand-alone intro to InnerTuition training course. Full course starts March 2012 for 32 weeks. Details to follow - watch this space! Or contact me on margaret@innertuition.co.za

Info : 072 545 2542

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3.6. INNERTUITION MAIN COURSE - Margaret - margaret@innertuition.co.za

INNER TUITION MAIN COURSE:
This highly intensive and detailed course covers many aspects of inner healing and self-discovery. They provide a great platform for those interested in both personal growth and/or a career in Complementary therapy.
An important aspect of Inner Tuition training is to encourage the trainee to ‘listen’, rather than only to ‘heal’, allowing natural clarification of the problem, thus enabling self-empowerment. To learn to listen empathetically, the trainee is guided and supported to become aware of their own internal babble, and to understand its source.
Inner Tuition SA is registered with Natural Health Training Services and provides a clearly constructed training path.

B) INNER TUITION TRAINING - 32 training workshops (+ Intro Course (see previous advert)) Investment - R6030:
1) History of Healing 2) Consulting and professional practice
3) What is energy? 4) Listening skills 5) Emotional understanding 6) Basic physical anatomy 7) Subtle metaphysical anatomy 8) Chakras 9) Inner child footprint 10) Natural trauma control 11) Tools for empowerment 12) Transition, loss and death 12+1) mystic insight

This course includes 10x 1 hour supervised practical sessions, and on-going personal support by trainers.

I also offer SPECIALISED SHORT COURSES as an alternative to attending the Main Course (8 training workshops each) Investment - R2000 /Course
1) Subtle Anatomy & Physiology 2) Chakras/Energy Centres 3) Childhood Footprint 4) Listening and Reality Perception 5) Emotional Support/Natural Trauma Release 6) Mystic Awareness

Info : 072 545 2542

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3.7. REIKI TREATMENTS & TUITION. - Heiné - solaris@mweb.co.za

Usui (Shiki Ryoho) Reiki training on all levels. Reiki meeting groups, one-on-one tuition and treatments (distant and hands-on). Independent Reiki master with more than 15 years experience. Professional practice in Tamboerskloof. Contact Heiné or visit www.thehealingartist.org - 072 293 9478

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3.8. SOCIAL MEDIA AS A TOOL FOR SELLING BOOKS - monique@hippocommunications.com

HIPPO Communications, in association with Print Matters, have created an innovative morning workshop on how to use social media effectively and profitably to boost sales. You will learn how to utilise social networks to sell direct to your readers, reduce distribution and retail commission, increase your margins and turnover and build a dedicated customer base
Time: 09:00 to 13:00 on 3 February 2012 at Belmont Square Conference Centre, Rondebosch, Cape Town. Info : (022) 4333 112

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3.9. UTILIZING YOUR #1 RESOURCE - Bridgett - bridgettwhyte@gmail.com

Utilizing Your #1 Resource – a course unlocking potential & greater effectiveness. Learn how to improve emotional, mental & physical health - increase motivation & energy levels.  
Sat 11 & 18 Feb 2012 @ 8h30 -14h00  Cape Town South Peninsula.  March/April 2012 Johannesburg. Donation ‘pay-it-forward’ in Rands or Talents.

Call: 082 579 1011

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4.1. CHAR'S AIRPORT SHUTTLE SERVICE - Charmaine - charmtre@lando.co.za

BEST PRICES, local Woodstock Airport and local shuttle service. Smart, safe, sober and prompt. Also selective outings well suited to seniors. Treat your parents or a friend to one of these lekka outings. Support local women entrepreneurs and keep the money flowing in our own area. Http://www.charshuttle.wordpress.com Call: 072 517 0283

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4.2. DO YOU NEED HELP WITH YOUR BONSAI? - Heiné - bonsaicare@mweb.co.za

BONSAI CARE offers a maintenance and consulting service that includes pruning, styling, re-potting, disease control and boarding. Also, worm tea and selected bonsai for sale. Contact Heiné or visit www.bonsaicare.biz
Call: 072 293 9478

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4.3. GARDENER WITH A DIFFERENCE - Jackson - colleen.sennett@gmail.com

We recently employed a Malawian gardener one day a week, simply because we loved the little note he popped into our letter box. He has not disappointed! Jackson Machaka is a gentle, reliable, hard-working soul, with a deep respect for the plants that grow in our small garden. He desperately needs more work as he has a family to support back home.Although gardening is his first love, Jackson is willing to do any small jobs to supplement his income. For references, please call me (Colleen: 072 369 6577)

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4.4. HIRE A BEDOUIN STYLE TENT FOR YOUR EVENT - Luan - lhasler@hotmail.co.za

Make your event Waterproof and windproof with a stylish ambient feel. 6mx8m. Beige. Perfect for you backyard functions (21st's, birthdays,functions or any event you wish to hold). Email or phone now to secure your date. Price includes set up and take down of tent. Call: 072 941 6093.

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4.5. TRANSCRIPTION & COPY TYPING SERVICES - Leigh - leigh02@telkomsa.net

Digital recordings accurately and professionally transcribed to Word document. Over ten years international and local experience in focus groups, one on one interviews, TV programmes, conferences and seminars, police investigations, disciplinary hearings, amongst others. Reasonable rates. Please call or email me, and I will be happy to discuss your requirements with you. 021) 447 5543 / 083 407 3930

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5.1. FREE TO GOOD HOME - Leigh - leigh02@telkomsa.net
I have three palm trees looking for a home/s. When I planted them, I had no idea they would grow so big, and are now in danger of pushing over my neighbour's wall!! So, if you have space for them, can dig them out and transport them - they're yours! Please contact me on 021 447 5543 and I can email you pics or to view the palms. Call: (021) 447 5543 / 083 407 3930.

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5.2. GARAGE WANTED - Philip - pip@cybersmart.co.za
We need a lock-up garage for our car somewhere in Woodstock/Obs/Salt River area. Call: 072 108 9676.

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5.3. MDZANANDA ANIMAL CLINIC KHAYELITSHA - mdzananda@absamail.co.za

Mdzananda is the ONLY permanent veterinary clinic in KHAYELITSHA that is registered with the SAVC (South African Veterinary Council) and is LEGALLY permitted to treat and sterilise animals. Not only have we been in existence for over 15 years, but we also have a good reputation within the community that we serve.

Sterilisation Program:
We continue to sterilise between 120-140 animals a month in KHAYELITSHA and surrounding areas. Our clinic has been working in KHAYELITSHA since 1996- we have a significant impact on the pet population of KHAYELITSHA. Our team are able to assist many animals in surrounding areas because quite often - we struggle to find pets that require sterilisation in KHAYELITSHA Show your love for just R10 a week. When sponsoring a dog or cat, your donations are used to help all animals in our care. 2011 for all of us at Mdzananda
It was a rather challenging year in terms of our patient load and our limited resources to deliver the services to the animals in need of our care. We managed to prevail in spite of the many challenges presented to our dedicated team: Dr Daryl Hunt, Dr Brian Berkman, Dr Edson Man’Ombe, Dr Gemma Driscoll; Eunice Zweliinye, Maria Limani, Yandiswa, Michael Juta Mbanyana, Michael Ndzube, Lalaphi, Promise Tsayisa, Lazola Sotyingwa, Honest Dheya, Gcobani Dolophini, Mr T and of course to all our VOLUNTEERS!
Thank you!!!!!

Call: (021) 367 2302

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6.1. STUDIO'S IN WOODSTOCK - Frieda - info@frieda.co.za

We are looking for someone (Fashion/Textile, Ceramics, Jewellery, Photography etc.) to share a beautiful Victorian house on Roodebloem Rd.

We have a communal showroom which is used to display our products, consult clients and for occasional exhibitions or product launches. There are five separate Studios (at the moment a fashion designer, landscaping, jewellery, PR). Our beautiful light front studio has high ceilings, a bay window and a working fireplace. One studio is 22sqm and costs 3490.- a month. The second studio about 14sqm also with high ceilings and a big build in cupboard for 2550.- a month. Both are available from 1st of February. The only extra costs are for cleaning 150.- Rand p/m).

The house is easily accessible from all highways and offers enough parking for customers. It has alarm and armed response. We have wireless internet which you are welcome to share. To arrange viewings contact Frieda - 0848774414

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7.1. MISCELLANEUS ITEMS FOR SALE - celebratinglife@hotmail.co.uk

New 2 plate GAS COOKER & regulator & hose (Totai) (New R350) PLUS Cadac No.10 (4.5 kg) cylinder (full) (New R400) PLUS gas inside cylinder (R89) PLUS Cadac circular top burner for cylinder (New R100)
TOTAL: R939
Only for sale together at R700

WROUGHT IRON LAMPSHADE:  Large. 30cm high, 8 panels (4 with white flower in centre), panels are blue/red/green. Wonderful colour combination when ted. R2500

(could be from R3500 upwards new)

FINE ART PHOTOGRAPHS:  Two x A2 including frames & glass mounts surrounding photographs. (extremely effective) Subject - Close-up sandwich effect arum lilies/leaves.  Can send pictures by E.mail.

Very dynamic. R1000 for pair (frames could cost more than this)

FINE ART PHOTOGRAPH: A3 - abstract parrot tulip pair, soft pink/blue/yellow shades: framed : R350 (Frame could cost more than this)

SEASHELL LIGHT FITTING: From Philippines, circle plus shells hanging down at base: R250

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7.2. PLOT FOR SALE - Joan - joanbown@iafrica.com

STANFORD, Western Cape, 516m plot in economic housing area, services installed, well maintained. Call: 083 537 5596

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7.3. RUSTIC COUNTRY HOME FOR SALE - Helen - hri@axxess.co.za

In the peaceful village of Aurora is a delightful, charming and rustic home waiting for you. Nestled at the foot of the Piketberg mountains, Aurora is a picturesque village built around it’s impressive church. The house is a traditional ‘Sandveld” house & has 3 bedrooms (main en suite), an open plan lounge/kitchen with Jetmaster, bathroom and separate toilet. Double-garage. Outside storeroom and spare bedroom. Satellite dish for receiving SABC 1, 2, 3 & eTV. The front stoep, facing the rising sun, is perfect for your morning cup of coffee, while the enormous (12m x 4m) back stoep, made from Oregon pine, is ideal for relaxing sunsets, braais and crystal clear night skies. The large plot is 1500m2. Only 175km from Cape Town, this makes for a perfect weekend getaway. The climate makes for year round getaways. One of the Capes most popular mountain bike rides up Sun Mountain is minutes away. The beaches of the West Coast a mere 40 km away. So take day trips or just be lazy and escape the rate race in this quiet haven. Call: 084 621 3401

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7.4. VEHICLE FOR SALE - kajl@global.co.za

St Joseph’s Adult Education Ptogramme in Rondebosch would like to sell its Volkswagen Minibus for R20 000, VAT inclusive, or nearest offers. The book value is R55 000 is currently insured and has a tracker device installed. It is white in very good condition with minor repairs needed. Interested parties can reach me on 082 499 3993

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7.5. KING SIZE SLEIGH BED FOR SALE - Glenda - glenda@onbroadway.co.za

King size extra-length sleigh bed for sale.  3 years old, in very good condition (few minor scratches).  Buyer must arrange for it to be dissembled (not difficult) and transport. R2900 negotiable.

- 082 499 0052

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Begin doing what you want to do now. We are not living in eternity. We have only this moment, sparkling like a star in our hand and melting like a snowflake. - Marie Beyon Ray

Take your life in your own hands and what happens? A terrible thing: no one to blame. - Erica Jong

The strong man is the one who is able to intercept at will the communication between the senses and the mind. - Napoleon

There are two kinds of people, those who do the work and those who take the credit. Try to be in the first group; there is less competition there. - Indira Gandhi

The truth will set you free, but first it will make you miserable. - James A. Garfield

Happiness is not having what you want, but wanting what you have. - Rabbi H. Schachtel

The weak can never forgive. Forgiveness is the attribute of the strong. - Mahatma Gandhi

To err is human; to forgive, divine. - Alexander Pope

 

Who's your daddy...?

The following are all replies that Essex women have written on Child Support Agency Forms in the section for listing "father's details;"

These are genuine excerpts from the forms. Be sure to check out #10. It takes 1st prize and #3 is runner up.

1. Regarding the identity of the father of my twins, Makeeshia was fathered by Maclearndon McKinley I am unsure as to the identity of the father of Marlinda, but I believe that she was conceived on the same night.

2. I am unsure, as to the identity of the father of my child as I was being sick out of a window when taken unexpectedly from behind. I can provide you with a list of names of men that I think were at the party if this helps.

3. I do not know the name of the father of my little girl. She was conceived at a party at 360 East Bolton Avenue where I had sex with a man I met that night. I do remember that the sex was so good that I fainted. If you do manage to track down the father, can you please send me his phone number? Thanks.

4. I don't know the identity of the father of my daughter. He drives a BMW that now has a hole made by my stiletto in one of the door panels.  
Perhaps you can contact BMW service stations in this area and see if he's had it replaced.

5. I have never had sex with a man. I am still a Virginian. I am awaiting a letter from the Pope confirming that my son's conception was ejaculate and that he is the Saver risen again.

6. I cannot tell you the name of Alleshia dad as he informs me that to do so would blow his cover and that would have cataclysmic implications for the economy. I am torn between doing right by you and right by the country. Please advise...

7. Tyrone Hairston is the father of child A If you do catch up with him, can you ask him what he did with my AC/DC CDs? Child B who was also borned at the same time.... Well, I don't have clue.

8. From the dates it seems that my daughter was conceived at Euro-Disney World; maybe it really is the Magic Kingdom.

9. So much about that night is a blur. The only thing that I remember for sure is Gordo Ramsey did a programme about eggs earlier in the evening. If I had stayed in and watched more TV rather than going to the party at 56 Miller St, mine might have remained unfertilized.

10. I am unsure as to the identity of the father of my baby, after all, like when you eat a can of beans you can't be sure which one made you fart.

 

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