A proper set of trail runs in Jozi that winds though the lush Walter Sisulu Botanical Gardens and climbs the relentless ridges of the adjoining Muldersdrift Hobby Park.
The 10km and 15km routes which head into the open rocky grassland and include more technical running sections, together with the 5km loop, are all a great challenge to tackle on a Sunday morning. Fiercely competed or enjoyed at a more leisurely pace, both pass by the cascading waterfall and cliffs home to a breeding pair of majestic Verreaux’s Eagles.
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On October 7-8 2023, National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) and South African National Botanical Institute (SANBI), along with local collaborators, are calling people from around the globe to join this year’s NASA Space Apps Challenge, the largest annual global hackathon.
We are also very excited to announce that one of the challenges this year focuses on the Greater Cape Floristic Region of South Africa – our own backyard! Join us at Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens on October 7-8, 2023 to explore open science together. 🚀🌎
At #SpaceApps, there’s always space for one more and this year’s theme with #NASATOPS emphasizes the importance of #OpenScience in reducing barriers of entry to the global science community.
Click here to view the challenges.
Kirstenbosch: Gold Fields Environmental Education Centre will be hosting “Create a Creature” Waste art workshop for children aged 6 -12 years on Wednesday, 05 October 2023 from 09h00 – 13h00. Children will enjoy an exploratory walk into Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, searching for and observing creatures in the forest, fynbos, and rivers.
On their return to the Education Centre, they will use their imagination and common household waste to create a model of a creature they saw in the garden.
The workshop costs R60 per child (pre-booking and pre-payment are essential). Contact Nazeerah van Niekerk on 021 799 8670 or email Uyabongeka Memela on u.memela@sanbi.org.za
Kirstenbosch: Gold Fields Environmental Education Centre will be hosting a “Nature’s Treasure Box “ art workshop for children aged 6 – 12 years on Tuesday, 04 October 2023 from 09h00 – 13h00. It will be a morning filled with fun activities, storytelling, and an exploratory walk in our Garden.
Children will create and decorate their special “Treasure Box” and will put their treasures from the Garden in their unique boxes to take home with them. The workshop costs R60 per child (pre-booking and pre-payment are essential).
Contact or Nazeerah van Niekerk on 021 799 8670 or email Rafee Shamsoodeen on m.shamsoodeen@sanbi.org.za
It’s not just another day in the garden; it’s an invigorating day full of laughter and dance. There will be 16 comedians, live music, and DJs during the comedy picnic.
Bring your picnic basket, refreshments, and sense of humour to the country’s largest comedy picnic.
Ticket: R200 and R800 (group of 5 people) and R100 per cooler box
Visit our exhibition in the Richard Crowie Hall featuring a selection of celebrated South African artists. Displaying quality and an interesting mix of styles and subject matter, catering for a variety of tastes.
Donda Africa presents the Rugby World Cup Springboks fan experience at Pietermaritzburg’s stunning KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden.
Bring your family and friends to enjoy our outdoor big screen viewing, fantastic food stalls, and trucks. Allow the youngsters to have fun in our fun land, which has many prizes and giveaways. a large beer garden, music and dance entertainment, and a rugby clinic for children will be available.
Gates open at 12pm | children under the age of 12 are free | tickets are R50 at Computicket | bar service is available | an empty cooler box is free | a cooler box is R50 before 2pm | food is sold inside.
When you see this poster, like, share, and tag us to be entered to win four tickets.
For more info and vendor application email: dondapmbinfo@gmail.com
Constantiaberg Art Society is an organisation promoting artists. We meet once a month where we have demonstrations, interesting talks, monthly art challenges and lots of books to inspire you. The artwork produced by our members is beautiful and very reasonably priced. Come and visit us at Kirstenbosch Richard Crowie Hall or visit our website.
This exhibition allows each member of the Society to participate. Members may submit up to three to four artworks to display, together with 4 works in the portfolio.
This self-selected exhibition is particularly advantageous to new members within the Society, to have the opportunity to show and sell their work, sometimes for the very first time. It gives the confidence to submit works to all SASA’s other prestigious exhibitions.
All Members of The South African Society of Artists can still take advantage of the Members’ 2 Exhibition which starts on the 18 August 2023. Hanging day will be on the morning of 18 August.
The Exhibition will be held at the Richard Crowie Hall, Gate 2, Kirstenbosch Gardens, open daily from 10h00 – 16h00.
For further information please contact The South African Society of Artists secretary, Nicole Riedler, on email secretary@sasa-artists.co.za.
Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature and experience the incredible benefits it brings to your wellbeing as you connect with yourself, fellow women, and unleash your artistic potential.
Theme: Colour blocking attire
Price: R450 per person
The package includes:
- Canvas
- Art supplies
- Complimentary cocktail
- Grazing table
- Thank you gift
- Free entry into the garden
When: Wednesday, 09 August 2023
Time: 12:00 – 18:00
Venue: Strelitzia Hall, Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden
Discover and learn more about 50 indigenous trees on the Tree Route in the Pretoria National Botanical Garden.
A Tree Route booklet with interesting info about the trees on the route is on sale for R25 at the entrance pay point. A light lunch can be enjoyed after the walk, at your own cost, at Milkplum Cafè inside the garden.
Entrance fees
Adults: R60
Students: R40
Scholars: R20
Guide: Wally Doubell, Dendrological Society, Boekenhout Branch.
To book please contact Wally on 082 891 7625 or e-mail: info@trees-id.co.za.
Kirstenbosch: Gold Fields Environmental Education Centre will be hosting “Create a Creature” Waste art workshop for children aged 6 -12 years on Wednesday, 12 July 2023 from 09h00 – 13h00. Children will enjoy an exploratory walk into Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, searching for and observing creatures in the forest, fynbos, and rivers.
On their return to the Education Centre, they will use their imagination and common household waste to create a model of a creature they saw in the garden.
The workshop costs R60 per child (pre-booking and pre-payment are essential). Contact Nazeerah van Niekerk on 021 799 8670 or email Phumudzo Ragimana on p.ragimana@sanbi.org.za
Kirstenbosch: Gold Fields Environmental Education Centre will be hosting a “Nature’s Treasure Box “ art workshop for children aged 6 – 12 years on Tuesday, 11 July 2023 from 09h00 – 13h00. It will be a morning filled with fun activities, storytelling, and an exploratory walk in our Garden.
Children will create and decorate their special “Treasure Box” and will put their treasures from the Garden in their unique boxes to take home with them. The workshop costs R60 per child (pre-booking and pre-payment are essential). Contact or Nazeerah van Niekerk on 021 799 8670 or email Charles Kgotsoka on c.kgotsoko@sanbi.org.za.
Project for the underprivileged FUTURE STARS in the hospitality industry
SANBI offers free entrance for the trainees to the Gardens during the period of their training
Answer the following questions:
1. What are the 8 main requirements for the running of a successful Restaurant?
2. What area in the Restaurant would you prefer to work in?
a. Back of house (Kitchen)?
b. Front of house?
3. Give 5 reasons why you would like to work in the hospitality industry
Terms and conditions:
1. Age 18-25 years (Male or Female)
2. Must live in a underprivileged area
3. Closing date: 15 August 2023
4. Name/Surname/Date of Birth/Contact Details/Area
A number of winners will be informed on or before 30 August 2023. Send your answers to milkplum@milkplumcafe.co.za on or before 15 August 2023.
Prizes:
A number of winners will be given the opportunity (at no cost to themselves) to work in our restaurant Milkplum Café situated inside the Pretoria National Botanical Garden during weekends (Saturdays & Sundays) as well as public holidays to gain valuable experience (practical and theoretical). SANBI offers free entrance for the trainees to the garden during the period of their training winners will receive 1x meal per day at no cost to themselves as well as a daily allowance.
Only Invited artists of South Africa will be exhibiting at this exhibition which starts on the 1st June – 6th August 2023. Hanging day will be on the morning of 1st June. Each invited professional artist will have two stands and be able to have their own portfolio stand. This show will host a variety of mediums and styles. This exhibition allows each artist to showcase their beautiful works of art.
The Exhibition will be held at the Richard Crowie Hall, Entrance B, Kirstenbosch Gardens, daily from 10h00 – 16h00.
For further information please contact Glenda Chambers 082 2222 820 or email artsa@mweb.co.za