Nosy Rosy  bids you a hearty welcome to our Zestful Nosy Rosy Autumn News – March 2010.
A jam packed month, full of events and delicious goings on, awaits you. Get inspired and move from those couches and comfy couchettes! There is much life to live this month!

Red cherry award.
Our brand-new red cherry award goes to………….June at Gateway Spar – owner of Jaydenes, the clothing store that recently opened. June offers five star service to her clients! Watch this space for more details next month!

Hot off the press……. Our very own glamour couple, Anthony and Olive Hamilton-Russell will feature on the brand-new Life is a Journey – a Top Billing spin-off on the 7th of April. Go to our social page to view some pics of the day spent at BREAEMAR HOUSE at Hamilton Russell Vineyards.

Southern Right now also offers a delectable platter at their tasting room in the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley at R120 per person. For further information, please contact Elmarie at the Southern Right Tasting Room on 028 312-1318. Read more on our wine page.

Nosy Rosy columnists

Richard van Zyl shares insightful tips this month! AIRFARE HIKES during the FIFA World Cup period will severely curtail leisure and corporate travel for most South Africans! A Cape Town – Johannesburg return fare around the middle of July could cost in the region of R9, 800.00, roughly three times higher… read more.

Wine columnist Lianda Beyers-Cronje found time amidst her hectic CANSA Media and Marketing portfolio to write another delightful edition of Parlez-vous vino! The sizzling hot summer days that we have experienced lately may seduce one in thinking that the season will last forever but on the wine farms in the Walker Bay Ward, the farmers have been busy for some time now to harvest the fruits of the summer and on some estates, the harvest is nearly completed… read more about what Anthony Hamilton Russell, Peter Finlayson, Joseph Dreyer, Bartho Eksteen, Gabriëlskloof, Southern Right & Gavin Patterson shared with us.

Thoughts for Life is a daily inspiration of quotes from highly esteemed Francois du Toit, do read more….

Upcoming events

The Hermanus Masonic Lodge, are organising a Fund Raising Golf Day on behalf of the Overstrand Hospice organisation on Friday 5th March 2010 at Hermanus Golf Club. Please contact Phill Reynolds on: 0824503921 or mail him at go4it@whalemail.co.za

for further information!

The Annual Hermanus Primary School Carnival will be taking place on 5 March this year at the school grounds and is one of the town’s most loved annual events and also the school’s major fundraising event! The Carnival kicks off at 15:00 and offers a myriad of activities for the entire family! Contact Barbara at 028-3123670 for further information.

Make your way to the Caledon Kookwaterfees 2010 on Saturday 6 March at the Caledon Casino Hotel & Spa! The gates will open at 10:00 and the programme line up is decidedly more-ish! Read more on our index page.

VOS (Vermont,Onrus,and Sandbaai) coastal path committee warmly invite you to attend Snow White, the psychological perspective at the Sandbaai Hall on Saturday, 12 March at 20:00. All funds raised will go towards VOS. Belly dancing, comedy, live music, thrills and scares will set the tone for the evening and tickets are selling at R100 per person, book a table of 10 or buy your individual tickets from Petro and Mannes on 028 316 2626 or 084 701 5719. Mail them at petromannes@hotmail.com

DID YOU KNOW? There will be a concert in aid of Hospice on Saturday March 13th at Fernkloof Reserve. Tickets are only R100 per person, and available from the Hospice shop or the Hospice office in Hope Street. Gates open at 3pm and the concert begins at 5pm! Bring your own picnic and enjoy the scenery and the sunset. Nothing like a sunset at the Fernkloof Nature Reserve!!!

HERMANUS EARTH HOUR COFFEE PARTY WILL BREAK WORLD RECORD - You’ve all heard of the Boston Tea Party. You know it all had to do with a bunch of people making a strong statement by using tea in an unusual way in some old harbour. Well - here in Hermanus a bunch of people are going to make another statement using coffee in an unusual way in the Old Harbour … and if you are a community-minded person, you won’t want to miss this event on Saturday 27th March, Earth Hour day!! Read more.

Stanford’s 2010 Earth Hour Picnic on the Village Green and mini Jazz Festival - Saturday 27th March 2010
For a truly special country experience, you have just got to make it the heart of historical Stanford’s Village Green for the Great Earth Hour switch-off. Saturday 27th March 6pm. Pack in a picnic basket and a blanket and head to the central village green to sample deliciousness from award winning local country produce, settle yourself down for a picnic and await the 100 million global strong moment when all the old stone church’s ring their bells across the valley in count-down to the great global Earth Hour lights switch off moment.

Remember the School of Grace Family Camp from 19 to 29 March! Come celebrate with us the Father’s eternal love dream realised in you during days of rich impartations, fellowship and fun activities. This will be a foundational time of establishing you in the word of grace and fostering rich relationships! Beautiful camping grounds next to lagoon, 5 min walk from the sea and close to mountains. Accommodation is "rustic" (unsophisticated) - we'll sleep in two-man tents and use a cold shower or swim :-). Alternative accommodation can be arranged. Contact them on http://www.mirrorreflection.net/camp.html.

 

Do pay a visit to Die Skuur - The new fun venue in Hermanus frequented by locals in the know! Best value lunches - best sound equipment in Hermanus. On the 9th of March Mathys Roets will take to the stage – Ticket cost R80 pp. Diarise the 22nd of April when singer song-writer Dozi will perform at R85 - R120pp. Check out their website for more shows, specials and great entertainment. www.dieskuur.co.za

Kate Olmesdahl is coming to Hermanus and she will perform at the Bouchard Finlayson Wine Cellar on Friday, 12 March. This young 13-year old diva….. read more….

Calling all seafood lovers! On 20 March 2010 – Hans die Skipper Fees will take place at the Old Harbour – for further information please call Henk or Danelle at 028 314-0252.

PLEASE TAKE NOTE OF CHANGE OF DATE OF VISBASH!
VISBASH – 10 APRIL 2010 – ONRUS CARAVAN PARK
Are you the Visbash 2010 king or queen! Join us at the Onrus Caravan Park and lay your claim to fame as the next winner! Great prizes are up for grabs for the winning teams and this event has grown in stature and popularity since its inception eight years ago by Kari Brice and Flick du Toit! All funds raised are in aid of Overstrand Learning Academy. Contact the organisor Annette Theron on 082 828 5676 for further information and your entry form.

KREEF DERBY 3 APRIL - GANSBAAI
Unleash your inner predator and celebrate the bounty of "Red Gold" in Great White Shark territory this April. Slurp, chomp, guzzle and lick your lips as you feast on kreef, South Africa's scrumptious rock lobster. Entertainment with the likes of Eden, Eclips, Pieter Koen and many more and look out for Mej Krefie!!! NEED TO KNOW: Venue: Laerskool Gansbaai, Entry fee:R100 for adults and R50 for kids (up to 6 years free). Pensioners R50 (proof must be shown) Tickets are available at the entrance. Gates open at 09H00. Mej Krefie competition takes place on Saturday 3 April 2010. (Entry forms Alta-Marie 079 899 2240) For more info contact C van Niekerk 082 873 6889.

NSRI Music Festival – 24 April 2010
Top drawer music festival - In support of our local NSRI – station 17 – the New Harbour will rock during the month of April when cheree, Emo Adams, Sarah Theron and Theuns Jordaan as well as Jessie Jackson and Jaco Boshoff to name but a few, will strut their stuff on the Castle gig-rig. Read more.

Local Business
Hermanus Adventures - Tree top slides, quad biking through scenic valley and for adrenaline junkies, paintball! All equipment is provided so do not delay! Make your booking today with Eugene on 078 4144 940!

Foto First – The safest way to keep those treausured memories – is in proper photo print – saved in an archival quality album such as those made by Henzo. Did you know that you could lose your precious images stored on any digital media should the CD or DVD be scratched, the hard drive crash OR worst case scenario, the whole PC or laptop stolen? SA statistics show that no-one has ever broken and entered to steal an album. Kees at Foto First remains Nosy Rosy’s photographic dealer of choice. Read more…

Fusion Café at the Village Square Waterfront Piazza, remains a firm Nosy Rosy favourite and this family run eatery, with gastronomic bistro style food, recently launched a pilot project to curb the dangers of drinking and driving. Well done Fusion for your initiative! Bookings for breakfast, lunch and dinner can be made on 028 312 4277.

Pro-Active Fitness
EXCITING AND NEW ACTIVITIES
Pre and Post Natal exercise classes are proving to be very popular….. more. Kids Aerobics: Led by well known local Occupational Therapist, Annetta Saaiman….more. Great news for Discovery Vitality members who now earn points for every exercise session completed at Proactive Fitness! Go to our index page for more…

Green-fingered garden maestro Riaan Maritz – the charismatic owner of The Garden Company - opened a boutique style nursery right in the heart of Hermanus. Locals love it and he proudly stocks organic and indigenous plants for your garden! Read more on our index page.

GECKO BAR spoilt the 74 year old patron of Nosy Rosy with a complimentary platter of nachos on her birthday. She is very camera-shy though and one of the Nosy Rosy sisters had to oblige!! Go to our social pages for the pics…

BRAND-NEW HOME-BASED FLOWER BUSINESS LILY BELL offers a range of services for weddings, special occasions, and flowers for private homes or any type of business. Nel Millar even presents flower demonstrations twice a month. Contact her at 079 382 2276 or mail her at nelmillar@hotmail.com



COMMUNITY FOCUS
Do remember our furry friends in need, pay a visit to www.hermanusanimalwelfare.webs.com and adopt a faithful companion!

University of the 3rd Age continues to be as entertaining as ever! When will Nosy Nosy crack an invite? Read more.

Good Samaritans do exist! Vyani Macotha is the director and brain-child of Siyavaya Traditional Arts and Performance and their passionate aim is to re-introduce teenagers with social problems, back into the community. “We are here to help them re-build their self-esteem, self-realisation and self-actualisation,” says Vyani. Contact Vuyani for contributions and further information on 076 859 76067. ...more

Nosy Rosy's top accommodation establishments

Francolinhof Guesthouse in Hermanus borders the Fernkloof Nature Reserve and offers breath taking views of the mountain and the ocean ..more

Schulphoek Seafront Guesthouse The wine cellar is a "MUST EXPERIENCE"! Your hosts Petro and Manus are the king and queen of hospitality ..more

Too much of a good thing can be wonderful said Mae West. Whale View Guesthouse offers just that! Relax at this romantic getaway of the edge of the sea in magical Hermanus. Read more.

Selkirk House - a modern luxurious five star accommodation establishment nestled along the slopes of Fernkloof......more.

Francolin Cottage at the Riverside in Greyton affords visitors the opportunity to experience village life first-hand. ..more.