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September:

15th Vivianne Venes; 27th Renzo Hoving; 29th Anouk Kruse

September Arrivals:

Hendrik Boerma PatricioRomo Tamara Kuik Henriette Schukking RemcoHellinga MarloesGoos Fleur Bramer FennaSmitka Kerstin Kueffner Manon Klein Teeselink Anouk Kruse Dian Kremer Vivian Kogan Lea Hanuise Raphael Vincentini Matthieu Keller

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NEWSLETTER | 01 January 2018

UPCOMING EVENTS

GIN IN THE BAY FESTIVAL

THE CANAL WALK GIN FEST

PARTY OF THE CENTURY @ TIGER'S MILK & LA PARADA

SPRING WINE CONCEPTS - THE GRAPE ESCAPE UNUSUAL WINE FESTIVAL

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Newsletter | 05 September 2019

WEATHER FORECAST

TO CAPE TOWN

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More Wonderful Ways To Experience Cape Town

One of the coolest places to be is the Pot Luck Club. Located in the Old Biscuit Mill, the Potluck Club is all about sharing their delicious food and encourages guests to order for the table, tapas-style, and for everyone to dig in to the meal. This famous restaurant is a must-visit for locals and tourists.It has been dubbed the coolest place to be in Cape Town. Open Monday to Saturday at 12h00 – 14h00 (Lunch), 18h00 – 20h00 (Dinner early seating), 20h00 – 22h00 (Dinner late seating)

Silo Top Floor /The Old Biscuit Mill / 373 – 375 Albert Road Woodstock/Cape Town / Tel: 021 447 0804

In the heart of Woodstock, you will find this awesome Caribbean-themed restaurant, complete with cocktails, fantastic food and a laid back vibe fit for the islands. It’s a top spot for a drink or a meal after work or on the weekend. Caribbean specialties include Jamaican Jerk Chicken, Woodstock Lamb Curry and the famous Chicken & Chorizo Jambalaya. Vegetarians are well catered for - try our Trinidad Roti or Jamaican Jive pizza. Open everyday 11h00 -22h00 except Sundays 12h00 – 23h00 74 Roodebloem Road /Woodstock /Cape Town / Tel: 021 448 0691

Rush is an indoor extreme Trampoline Park with 1500-2500 square meters of adventure, excitement, fun and challenges. Rush features around 1700 square meters of wall to wall interconnected trampolines, including dodge-ball courts, a 18000 cube foam pit, hydraulic slam dunk basketball hoops, battle Beam and best of all a 4 meter high Performance Wall. Open Monday – Sunday, Cost: R130 plus R30 for special non- slip socks

5th Floor (Access to Rush from Parade Area) / 109 on Main / Main Road / Claremont / Tel: 021 671 1489 or 087 094 0178 / online booking: https://www.rushsa.co.za/book-now/

Rugged rocks and sheer cliffs towering more than 200 metres above the sea and cutting deep into the ocean, provide a spectacular background for the Park’s rich bio-diversity. Cape Point falls within the southern section of Table Mountain National Park. The natural vegetation of the area, fynbos, comprises the smallest but richest of the world’s six floral kingdoms. The scenic beauty of Cape Point is not its sole allure; it is also an international icon of great historical interest with many a visitor drawn to the area because of its rich maritime history. Open every day 06h00 – 18h00, Cost: R303

Tell: 021 780 9010 / Email: info@capepoint.co.za

GRAB A BITE @ THE POT LUCK CLUB

VISIT JAMAICA ME CRAZY RESTAURANT

GO TRAMPOLINING @ RUSH

EXPLORE THE CAPE POINT NATURE RESERVE

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Bay Harbour Market is celebrating Spring by showcasing the best Cape Town has to offer by bringing together a collection of local brands, all under one roof. The Gin Festival will take place in the newly renovated Secret Garden Lounge. Gin in the Bay Tasting Room Experience comes with a complimentary branded gin glass and 10 Gin tasting vouchers. Live music on the KWV Sound Stage, starting at 13h00. Visitors will be able to sample amazing gins, complemented by the delicious aromas of food to tempt all the senses. 07 – 08 September 2019, Time: 12h00 – 16h00, Cost: R105(for Tasting Room Experience)

Bay Harbour Market/ 31 Harbour Road / Hout Bay / Cape Town / Book tickets at: https://bit.ly/2U1DQz8

Experience the best gin brands under one roof with live entertainment from South Africa`s local talent and the best DJ`s providing music to give you the festive feel.The Canal Walk Gin Fest, will take place over two days where the best gin brands will showcase their infusions to gin enthusiasts. The festival is designed to provide an intimate and fun atmosphere where gin enthusiasts are offered the chance to discover their new favourites and to enjoy the established classics.07 September 2019, Time: 11h00, Cost: R120 (Ticket includes: Show Guide, Tastings Coupons, access to Lifestyle Lounge, Glass)

Canal Walk Shopping Centre /Century Boulevard/ Century City /Cape Town / Book tickets at: https://bit.ly/2ly8Jhv

Tiger's Milk & La Parada Century City are hosting The Party of the Century. They're coming together to bring you live music, drinks, insane food and the best vibe Century City has ever seen!Line-up:DJ Rene The Frenchman, The World of Birds and Strange Loving. 07 September 2019, Time: 14h00, Cost: FREE ENTRY (book your table to secure you spot at either restaurant for snacks/a meal or simply join us on the day for drinks and live music)

Canal Walk Shopping Centre /Century Boulevard/ Century City /Cape Town / Book at La Parada: https://bit.ly/2HjWKfy/ Book at Tiger's Milk: https://bit.ly/2HnKV7V

Wine Concepts invite you to “Escape the Norm” and join their second exclusive The Grape Escape Wine Festival at The Vineyard Hotel.Guests will be treated to a fine selection of diverse and enticing wines from unusual varieties.This “unusual” festival will give wine lovers the opportunity to taste the best offering of these varieties and blends from 40 of the country’s top producers. Delicious snacks will be served with the wine through the course of the evening.All the showcased wines will be available for purchase at discounted prices from Wine Concepts on the evening. 06 September 2019, Time: 17h00, Cost: R200 Vineyard Hotel /60 Colinton Road /Newlands /Cape Town / Book tickets at: https://bit.ly/2lDL7rx

What’s On This Weekend

PARTY OF THE CENTURY @ TIGER'S MILK & LA PARADA

GIN IN THE BAY FESTIVAL

THE CANAL WALK GIN FEST

WINE CONCEPTS - THE GRAPE ESCAPE UNUSUAL WINE FESTIVAL

PARTY OF THE CENTURY @ TIGER’S MILK & LA PARADA

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Kapstad Brauhuas is thrilled to present The Parlotones, live as part of their Unplugged(ish) Tour! Join The Parlotones on for a special evening and experience something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue as they take you on a journey through songs that spans 21 years!20 September 2019, 17h00 PM- 00h00, R100- R200 (Ticket includes: Free Castle draught and a Free Kapstadt Brauhaus beer mug)

Kapstad Brauhuas/ Shop G13 Clock Tower /Victoria & Alfred Waterfront /Cape Town/ Book tickets: https://bit.ly/2Mpgv8M

Noble Vice:the boutique wine and food festival is returning to The Old Biscuit Mill.With 6 iconic chefs and 30 hand-picked winemakers coming together to create an unrivalled tasting experience. With each chef creating a single dish in their signature style, and cooking up an exciting collaboration...Visitors can look forward to a six-course experience like no other.15 September 2019, Time: 11h00 – 17h00, Cost: R895 (Tickets are all inclusive: cover all food and wine tastings available on the day)

The Old Biscuit Mill / 375 Albert Rd /Woodstock /Cape Town / Book tickets at: https://bit.ly/30zUGaK

Celebrate South African-ness with a traditional braai (South African BBQ) on Heritage Day aka Braaidag 24 September, an official public holiday at The Bosman Family Vineyard. The day will begin with an optional refreshing walk through the vineyards (± 2 Km long) stopping en route to taste wines and admire the spectacular views. The trail ends at the cellar where a long and lovely lunch will be served under the oaks. Live entertainment by Newton and Co.24 September 2019, Time: Walk the vine tasting from 11h00 – 12h00&Braai Celebration from 12h00 – 16h00, Cost: R290

Bosman Family Vineyards/ Hexberg Road / Lelienfontein / Wellington / Book tickets at: https://bit.ly/2KUyToQ

The Hermanus Whale Festival, is the oldest and largest festival on the Cape Whale Coast in South Africa and while the whales are predominantly the star performers at the festival, they will be joined on land by quality entertainers and musicians, an array of food stalls and events suitable for both the young and old.27 – 30 September 2019, Cost: Festival entry is FREE, Tip: book at a guest house in advance for the weekend as it is a very popular event

The Hermanus Whale Festival/ 79 Marine Dr /Hermanus/ More info: https://bit.ly/2bSsgjR

What’s On In Cape Town In September

BRAAI DAG CELEBRATION @ BOSMAN FAMILY VINEYARD

NOBLE VICE WINE & CULINARY @ THE OLD BISCUIT MILL

THE PARLOTONES LIVE @ KAPSTADT BRAUAHAUS

HERMANUS WHALE FESTIVAL

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Cafe Roux is a well-known restaurant situated in the heart of Cape Town. At night, one of the country’s most loved live music venues, staging top SA artists. Catch your favourite musician/ band/ comedian up-close & personal, in this very special &very intimate 100-seater venue. Make a night of it by grabbing a bite to eat at the restaurant itself before the show. Restaurant is open every day with performances almost every night, Time: restaurant opens at 12h00 and the show starts at 19h00, Cost: Varies from performance to performance.

74 Shortmarket Street/Cape Town City Centre/Cape Town/View performance schedule and book tickets at: https://bit.ly/2kI1h0W

The Mojo Market is a contemporary, indoor food and lifestyle market situated in the heart of Sea Point. The market is a hybrid and eclectic mix of 20 designer retail stalls, a weekend market and 35 food vendors. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Choose from a variety of different cuisines and eat in our open dining area with floor-to-ceiling views of the sea and palm-lined promenade. Open every day from 08h00 - 23h00.

30 Regent Road / Sea Point / email: manager@mojomarket.co.za

ROCKING THE DAISIES (4 -6 October 2019) Go to their WEBSITE for more details: https://bit.ly/2xnx9zB

PASSENGER SOUTH AFRICA TOUR(26 November 2019)

Go to their WEBSITE for more details: https://bit.ly/2WXhtKV

Every Week Activities

Time To Plan Ahead

CAFE ROUX SESIONS CAPE TOWN

MOJO MARKET

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Dear Students even though our dam levels have increased, please continue to save water. Thank you for your commitment to saving water.

WATER RESTRICTIONS: Our water is expensive, please save water as each one of us can help towards water conservation:

Take short showers.

Turn off the water while brushing your teeth.

Rinse your razor in the sink.

Try to use a bucket of water while you shower or wait for the water to heat up.

Use your dishwasher and clothes washer for only full load.

Close all dripping or running taps.

When washing dishes by hand, don't leave the water running for rinsing.

Don't let the faucet run while you clean vegetables.

Keep a bottle of drinking water in the fridge.

Report any leaking (dripping) taps to us at the office, so we can have them repaired. Let’s all try and save water on a daily basis. Clickhttp://www.capetown.gov.za/en/MediaReleases/Pages/CitysMayoralCommitteeapprovesproposedwaterrestrictions.aspx to read more

SAFETY TIPS ON SECURING YOUR PROPERTY / LIFE: Don't feed/support street beggars - refer them to a Haven.

Don't trust car-parkers.

Don't leave valuables visible in your vehicle (lock them away in the boot).

The slogan “STASH IT, DON’T FLASH IT” is very appropriate in our city.

If possible don't park your vehicle in the street.

Close your curtains/blinds after sunset.

Be alert when leaving an ATM or bank, as you may be followed.

Before entering your driveway, be alert.

Please don't walk with your cell phone, iPhone, iPad, tablet or laptop visible.

Download applications to track your phone.

Please assist the police with the serial numbers of stolen items. Report any suspicious behaviour and hotspots to SAPS on 021 680 9588/7 or to dyersm@saps.gov.za, this is for the Mowbray area.

Handouts to Beggars: We know you care and that you want to help, but please do not give money or handouts. Handouts given directly to street people sustain a deeply damaging lifestyle on the streets and prevent successful interventions offered by the City, social development and NGO’s. Instead support dignified giving and think before you give.

CRIME IN CAPE TOWN: Crime in Cape Town is on the increase and we urge you all to BE ALERT AT ALL TIMES. Cape Town is no different to any other city in the world; crime is a fact of life. Muggings, cell phone thefts, housebreak-ins, car thefts and break-ins happen every day. The most important thing is to always be aware and not take chances. With the large number of unemployed people in the country crime is on the increase. All your houses are as safe and secure as we can make them, with burglar bars, safety gates, alarms etc. It is each and every one of your own responsibilities to be aware of

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your safety at all times. Lock doors behind you and close gates in the best interests of your own safety and that of your fellow housemates .Do not take chances, rather be safe than sorry. If you see someone suspicious telephone the police and report it. If you are the recipient of any theft, break-in or any crime whatsoever, it must be reported to the police immediately. They can be contacted on South African police 10111 or emergency number on your landline 107 or on your cell phone 112.

SAFETY RULES: PLEASE BE VIGILANT WHEN AT YOUR HOUSES - there have been reports of break-ins and hi-jackings that we must be made aware of. PLEASE DO THE FOLLOWING: Please remember that the Sector Van is only too happy to be called out to check on ANYTHING, no matter how trivial it may seem to you. The more the van is seen in the area, especially with the excellent response time we have come to expect from Mowbray SAPS, the better. We have to accept that there are people sussing out ALL areas, at ALL times and watching our movements - we just do not seem to see or notice them.

SAPS MOWBRAY (021 680 9588)

SECTOR 2 (east of Liesbeek Parkway, Little Mowbray, Park Estate, Sybrand Park)

SECTOR 2 VAN (079 894 1466)

SECTOR 2 COMMANDER (082 469 2462 – W .O. Derek van der Merwe)

ADT EMERGENCY NUMBER (086 12 12 301)

Never let anyone onto/into your property unless you have specified the person expected, as well as the expected time of arrival. Please remember this: it is important to stay calm. No material possession is worth risking injury for.

ADVICE FROM SOUTH AFRICAN POLICE SERVICES (SAPS):

REPORTING TIPS IN ORDER OF IMPORTANCE:

Car Number Plates: Focus on letters and first 3 numbers. Don’t worry about all 6 numbers – accurate letters and first 3 numbers are all we need.

Note the exact time on your cell and watch. This makes a HUGE difference to our workload

Vehicle Type: Make and colour is fine (e.g. Silver Merc).

Write it all down as quickly as possible, or enter onto your phone. Memories are often unreliable!

Contact your service provider/SAPS, and let us know by email. VEHICLE SAFETY TIPS FROM ADT: Here are some useful vehicle safety tips received this week from ADT:

DO’S:

Travel with car doors locked and windows closed.

Constantly monitor vehicles travelling behind, ahead and next to you.

If you think you’re being followed, drive to the nearest police station. Don’t go home.

Leave room between your car and the one in front to avoid being boxed in.

Attract the attention of other drivers or pedestrians if you think you’re in danger.

Hoot, flash your lights, put on your emergency lights, or shout.

Be aware of people approaching your car or loitering near traffic lights, stop signs, parking areas or your driveway.

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If approached by a suspicious-looking person, especially at night or in deserted areas, drive off quickly from a stop street or intersection, always heeding traffic danger.

On long journeys only stop overnight at safe places. Stopping next to the road or in a parking area overnight is not safe.

DONT’S:

Don’t stop at the scene of an accident unless you’re sure it’s genuine.

Don’t enter your garage or a parking area if you think you’re being followed.

Don’t stop if a passer-by indicates that, for example, you have a flat tyre or other defect. Drive to a service station or safe area and check it there.

Don’t leave your car door open and the engine running while opening garages

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