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Second Monday of the month
Lions’ general business meeting at the Round Table Clubhouse (behind the Ski Boat Club) at 6pm.
Mondays and Thursdays at 8.30am sharp
1820s golf at the Royal Port Alfred Golf Club. A 13-hole round of social and friendly golf is played off the blue tees. No bookings required.
Mondays at 9.30am and Wednesdays at 10am
Healing Horses Therapeutic Centre 15km along the R72, just after Riet River. Visitors and prospective volunteers are welcome. For further information and/or directions call 078-346-5412.
First Tuesday of the month
The Lower Albany Woodworkers Guild meets at various venues at 5.30pm for 6pm. All visitors and those interested in woodworking are welcome to attend. Contact the chair on 082-771-0009 or the secretary on 066-037-7985.
Second Tuesday of the month at 9.30am for 10am
The Probus Club of the Kowie monthly meeting is held at the Ski Boat Club of Port Alfred. All are welcome.
Wednesdays from 2pm to 8pm
Port Alfred Tennis Club. Everyone is welcome for social tennis and fellowship. A bring and braai after with a cash bar available. Contact 082-329-3399.
Wednesdays from 5pm to 7pm
Scottish country dancing in the Don Powis Hall, Settlers Park Retirement Village. Contact Trish on 082-893-0676 or 046-604-0444.
Thursday to Saturday, at 9.30am to 12.30pm
Kowie Museum in the old station building next to the police station is open: visit the historic hub of Port Alfred. R20 adults, R10 children.
Third Thursday of the month
The Lower Albany Historical Society (LAHS) based in Port Alfred, organises meetings and outings on the third Thursday of each month (February to November) and publishes the Toposcope Journal. To join, contact the LAHS chair: gwynn@crothall.co.za.
Monday to Friday 11am-2pm and Saturdays 10am-1pm
PO-Sh-Op is now open in Kenton. Fridays at 9am to midday
The Petticoat Lane Charity Shop is open. The shop is located next to the Sikhulisa Skills Centre, opposite the police station on Pascoe Crescent.
Last Saturday of the month
Albany Vintage and Classic Motor Club is open to visitors from 9am until midday.
Entry is R25 per adult. The address is 91 Alfred Road in the Hawkins Industrial Park.
Sundays at 10am to midday
Sunshine Classics airs an eclectic mix of music that has stood the test of time. Tune in at 10am on Ndlambe FM (99.0fm) or email sunshineclassics3@gmail.com to receive and enjoy at your leisure. Second Saturday of the month
The Moths Battleaxe Shellhole meets at
the Eddie Grant Moth Hall (behind the Ski Boat Club) for a bring & braai lunch from 12pm onwards. Contact 082-454-5868, 083-325-0000 or 060-881-1791.
Third Sunday of the month
SA Legion hosts a lunch at Port Alfred Country Club, 12 for 12.30pm. R30 per person. All are welcome.
Friday September 15, 9am-12am
Petticoat Lane,opposite police station, half-price cash sale on all stock, contact
Sue 060-889-0957.
Tuesday September 19
Beer pong Tuesdays, Guido’s Beach Bar, Port Alfred, 060 997 3609.
Saturday September 23, 1pm and 1.30pm
The Kenton Swim Group presents a swimming event at Bushmans River. There will be a two-mile swim, starting at the sandbar and a one-miler starting from the bridge.
Sunday September 24
The Kenton Rhino Run at Jerry’s in Kenton, 5km fun walk /run, 12km, 18km.
September 24 Public holiday Heritage Day Monday September 25
Fun bowls day, fund-raising event in aid of Sunshine Life Centre, at Port Alfred Bowls and Croquet Club. RSVP and payment must be received by September 18 2023. AidITNPO — FNB 62821699058. WhatsApp Liz at 082-870-9177.
Tuesday September 26
Jokers wild draw at the Port Alfred River & Ski Boat Club, R10 per ticket. Contact 046-624-4532.
Wednesday September 27, 5.30-6.30pm
Meditation Group at Market Traders, Van Der Riet Street, Booking: 071-989-6119.
Thursday September 28, 9-11am
Homeschooling Steam Guild, Market Traders Van Der Riet Street. Contact 071-689-6119.
Saturday September 30, 2-4pm
Workshop at Market Traders, Van Der Riet Street in Port Alfred. For bookings, contact 071-989-6119.
Saturday September 30, 6.30 to 8.30pm
Garden evening at Market Traders at Van Der Riet Street in Port Alfred.
Saturday October 7, 10am
The Thicket Festival at Summerhill Guest Farm celebrates not only Bathurst’s incredible plant heritage, but also the people who live here. We welcome local crafters to come and exhibit their wares at the entrance to Summerhill Guest Farm on October 7. To apply, phone Michele Rowley: 084-580-1826 or Maryna Shepherd: 084-585-0774 as soon as possible. Spaces are limited.