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A chic community-based lifestyle publication based in Joburg's northern suburbs, bringing you the best of the best that Joburg has to offer every two weeks.

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Now here’s a one-night stand that’s worth remembering the One Night Stands Comedy Festival. @JasonGoliath, @DonovanGoliath, @NicholasGoliath & Robby Collins are among the big names. Auto & General Theatre on the Square. July 30 to August 10. R150. Details: https://t.co/NtrL6nfCX4

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At the Vintage and Artisanal Market Joburg, set in a delightful garden, you’ll find an interesting line-up of vintage traders and antiques.
Pop in...
Adults R10, U12 free. July 28, 9am to 3pm. 63 Kent Road, Dunkeld. Details: 082-338-0416 or [email protected]

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You’re in for a treat as an all-South African cast of eight singers who play instruments brings Here’s To You – The Simon & Garfunkel, @SimonGarfunkel Songbook to the stage.
Pieter Toerien’s Montecasino Theatre.
Until July 28.
From R100.
Details: https://t.co/NtrL6nfCX4

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Calling all eager photographers ... get some inspiration at the first-ever Photo & Video Experience. Check out cameras, lenses, video cameras and more!
Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit – Canon’s stand is B2 in the Galleria.
July 26 to 28.
From R60.
Details: https://t.co/z3sHpZSgwK

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Rhythm of the Night promises some sultry pop and rock sounds of Latin America. Tickets sold out last year, so if you didn’t manage to catch it then prepare to get your toes tapping. The Barnyard Theatre Rivonia. Until July 21. From R185. Details: https://t.co/jC2Wq0x1Jw

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Join Adele’s Mohair Workshop at The Storer to learn how to create a unique winter scarf using different types of hand-spun mohair yarns and knitting techniques. The Storer – Shop 2 at 44 Stanley, Braamfontein Werf. July 20 from 9.30am to 1.30pm. R950. Details: [email protected]

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We’re itching to watch Disney’s The Lion King, directed by Jon Favreau, @Jon_Favreau.
Apparently pioneering filmmaking techniques were used in this version to bring to life the iconic characters and classic story on the African savanna in a whole new way.
(In cinemas July 19.)

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Diamonds and Pearls, a gala banquet in a bid to support non-profit organisation, It’s Not About Me, to develop a house of safety in south-east Joburg to provide sanctuary for women and children escaping abuse.
@TheMaslowHotel, Sandton.
July 19.
Details: [email protected]

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Take a three-hour cross-koppie hike this July. Park in the upper car park at Marks Park Sports Club on Judith Road in Emmarentia, opposite the Melville Koppies Nature Reserve’s entrance, @MelvilleKoppies.
July 14 from 8.30am.
Details: https://t.co/7J1ljNSgr8

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Get the whole Queen experience for a really good cause. International singer, Joseph Clark and his band will thrill Queen fans with hit songs. Totally worth the drive. KSM, Centurion. July 12 from 8pm. From R200.
Details: https://t.co/d7kfpLeAZa

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The annual RMB Turbine Art Fair is now in its seventh year, and this SA art collaboration is a cultural experience not to be missed.
10 Fricker Road in Illovo.
July 12 to 14.
From R120.
Details: https://t.co/juuo4TqYtk

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It’s Gorgeous Grandma Day on 23 July and we are looking at spoiling gran and grankid with a spa spoil courtesy of Life Day Spa. Submit a 100word motivation of why your grandma is gorgeous together with a picture of her in the comments below.
Winners will be announced: 19 July

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Browse some elegant glassware this weekend.
We just know you’ll be spoilt for choice at one of the oldest monthly table-top antique fairs in the country this Sunday.
Nelson Mandela Square.
July 7 from 10am to 4pm.
Details: Clyde Terry, 082-883-4933 or [email protected]

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We’re loving the sound of this Petal and Pout morning. A flower arranging workshop by Bloomfield Bespoke Flowers, a beauty demo by BABOR, and a high tea. It’s taking place at Beachwood Gardens in Hyde Park on July 25 from 10am to 12.30pm. Details and bookings: 078.309.3557

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Masks, myths and magical stories ... this is what you’ll experience at the Don Papa Bar of Masks. Enjoy Don Papa Rum, @DonPapaRum from the Philippines. Lonely Hearts Club, Melville.
July 4, 8pm to 11pm.
Free.
Details: [email protected]

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The oh-so-lovely Café del Sol Botanico and the Belgian Chamber of Commerce will host this mouth-watering experience. The Landmark Bar, Café del Sol Botanico. July 3 from 7pm. R275 for artisanal Belgian beer of your choice and a two-course dinner. Details: https://t.co/SVR2pIXnF3

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If you’re still looking for something to do inside to beat the cold outside, why not head on over to the Antique Collective tomorrow. Pottery and porcelain are in the spotlight this month.
Crystal Court @TheMallOfAfrica.
June 30.
Details: https://t.co/d6hE5ujUkU

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We love a good shop, and the Antique Collective is a marvellous treasure trove of antiques, collectables and bric-a-brac we can’t resist admiring. Be there...
Crystal Court @TheMallOfAfrica.
June 30.
Details: https://t.co/d6hE5ujUkU

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Comedian Mark Banks, @MarkDotBanks is turning 60 this year ... and to celebrate, he’s inviting you to his new show Mark Banks On Ice – 60 Years of Madness.
Studio Theatre, Montecasino.
Until June 30.
From R130.
Details: Geraldine, 011-511-1988.

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Here's a great new spot for sundowners.
Click here for more info on the new, classy boutique hotel, The Northcliff and spoil yourself with it's breathtaking views.
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