Join The First Ever International Beer Day Music Festival On Saturday 5 August

Explore 22 Breweries With Over 50 Different Beers To Select From

Tickets On Sale Now From Quicket.co.za

Johannesburg has been blessed with beautiful sunny winter days and there is no better way to enjoy our city than in the scenic surroundings of the Cradle of Humankind with your best friends, beer-in-hand, watching great live music. The first ever International Beer Day Music Festival brings all of this together at the Cradle Moon Lakeside Game Lodge on Saturday the 5^th of August.

Since the first ever International Beer Day back in 2008, never has there been a celebration of beer on a scale that shows the true love and appreciation of the brewers and their craft. That is until now. With a selection of over 50 different beers from 22 top brewers and live music from 11 great artists, the International Beer Day Music Festival is where beer and music unite. Giving everyone an opportunity to enjoy local and international beers, fused with music in a true reflection of gratitude and celebration.

Watch the following video and get excited!! https://www.facebook.com/intlbeerday/videos/1991125944453063/

The best local and international breweries will be at the festival. Festival goers will get to taste hops from Darling Brew, The Brew Bus (which will serve 5 Skippas, Eish Tea and Growler Brewing Co.), Copperlake, Leaky Tap Brewery, RIOT Beer, Dragon Brewing Co., Hazeldean Brewing Co., Brewhogs, Drifter Brewing Co., Soweto Gold, Red Rock Brewing Co., Garagista Beer Co., Erdinger, Salitos and some SAB favourites such as Fransen Street Brewery, Stella Artois and Corona.

Not only Beer but also the funkiest food trucks around with delicious offerings from Snorting Boar Smoker, The Knickerbocker Ice Cream Co., Pizza Stroller, The Gatsby Station, Al’s Chuck Wagon and Coffee from Mobile Coffee Café.

Entertainment will be taken care of by some of the country’s most popular artists, including SAMA winners GOODLUCK, Ross Jack, Crash Car Burn, The Kiffness (SAMA23 nominees), Monark, Keystate, Jaryd Smith, Sounds Intense, Laminin, B Trax and Deep Culture.

The International Beer Day Music Festival will be a day of beer, food, music and friends.

Early Bird tickets are Sold Out and next phase is on sale now from Quicket.co.za.

Event Info:

International Beer Day Music Festival

Date: Saturday, 5 August 2017

Venue: Cradle Moon Lakeside Game Lodge, Plot 59 Beyers Naude Drive, Muldersdrift, 1747

Gates Open 10am

Ticket Link: https://www.quicket.co.za/events/25173-international-beer-day-fest/#/

TICKET PRICES (Excludes R5 booking fee):

GENERAL ADMISSION: R200

VIP TICKET: R350             

KIDS TICKETS (aged 13 to 17yrs): R75

KIDS 12yrs and younger: Free

Website: https://www.internationalbeerday.co.za

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/intlbeerday

Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1852206811680845

Twitter: https://twitter.com/intlbeerdayfest

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/internationalbeerday

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Catch the very best of Nataniël in his spectacular show

30 years, 90 minutes

at Emperors Palace : 24 August - 24 September

Nataniël, talented South African muso and performer extraordinaire, will entertain fans as he celebrates three decades on stage in his latest show spectacular 30 years, 90 minutes between Thursday 24 August and Sunday 24 September 2017 at the suitably breath-taking Theatre of Marcellus, Emperors Palace. 

With more than 6 000 live performances, 79 stage productions, 17 music albums and 17 published books already up in lights, Nataniël is a stalwart on the South African entertainment scene and continues to delight audiences nationwide. 30 years, 90 minutes will include highlights of some of Nataniël’s favourite moments and on-stage performances spanning over the past 30 years, along with a variety of new songs and stories performed in both English and Afrikaans.  

“Nataniël’s is a highlight on our annual entertainment calendar and we are thrilled to host his latest stage production. We would also like to congratulate him on celebrating 30 years in the entertainment industry, and look forward to working with him for many more years to come,” says Andi Shaughnessy, Emperors Palace Entertainment Manager. 

Nataniël will be joined on stage by fellow performers, Charl du Plessis (piano), Juan Oosthusizen (guitar), Werner Spies (bass), Hugo Radyn (drums), Dihan Slabbert (vocals), and Nicolaas Swart (vocals). 

Tickets are priced from R160 per person and can be purchased through the Emperors Palace Box Office on 011 928 1297/1213 or by visiting www.emperorspalace.com or www.computicket.com.  

The show will start at 20h00 from Thursdays to Saturdays, and at 15h00 on Sundays. Regret no children under the age of 15 will be permitted.  Fans can also purchase a limited-edition luxury souvenir programme at the show.

Emperors Palace is a Peermont resort. Connect with them on Facebook, Instagram and follow them on Twitter @emperorspalace. 

#Hashtag for 30 years, 90 minutes - #Nataniel30

The Neon Run JHB 2017: The line-up for Jozi’s most exhilarating race and music festival combo has been announced

One of the best things about SA’s most dazzling race, The Neon Run, is that the fun doesn’t stop after participants have made their way across the finish line. After the race, the night will ignite with a fabulous music festival to keep the vibe going strong. The next event in Jozi, which is happening on the 2^nd of September 2017 at St Stithian’s College not only promises a new, contained 5km course with epic activations along the route, but also a sizzling line-up of some of SA’s hottest acts to keep attendees dancing into the night. Plus, don’t forget that this family-friendly run can be done at a walk, a run, on skates, on a bicycle or even at a hop, skip and a jump. All that matters is that absolutely everybody has an electric time at this unique event.

The acts confirmed for the music festival are a blend of the funkiest and most fabulous local talent around. This includes 5FM’s cool kid on the block, DJ Nick Hamman, who is also an accomplished musician and producer. He has performed at many music festivals, and his sets are eclectic and genre-defying. Mysterious trio Strange Loving Featuring Apple Gule will also be performing. Their edgy sound is influenced by disco through to deep house and their secretive vibe simply adds to their allure. The deliciously fresh breakout act Monark will be delivering a rich and polished pop performance to dance along to, while DJ Abby Nurock will be bringing musical therapy in the form of old and new-school infectious dance grooves and majestic beats. For jazzy, groovy & uplifting house music, live electronic act The Kiffness will be taking the stage and another favourite, Kyle Cassim, will be keeping crowds entertained with his passionate, high energy set.

Tavis Brown, Special Events Director of Oomph-Africa, is confident that there is something to entertain everyone attending: “We have confirmed a line-up that crackles with all the energy and excitement that people associate with the race. The Neon Run isn’t just about getting over the finish line – it’s about enjoying the entire experience and glowing from start to end!”

With the line-up confirmed and the party sure to be a luminous, light-up night to remember, all that’s left is for participants to grab their tickets and their craziest, brightest neon gear.

Event details are as follows:

DATE: Saturday 2nd September 2017

VENUE: St Stithians College, Sandton

TIME: Doors open at 2pm and festival closes at 11:30pm

Early bird tickets are limited and available at www.neonrun.co.za for R180, which includes some funky neon goodies, so act quickly! 

Make sure to the like the Facebook page https://web.facebook.com/NeonRunSA/ for updates and more details.

Other options include bulk ticket discounts as well as corporate packages available to choose from. 

You can visit the website for more info: www.neonrun.co.za

SilvaSale Events and Catering Open Day Review

Welcomed by Hawaiian dancers, I arrived at this exclusive event to experience the events and venue first hand that both SilvaSale and Wanderers had to offer. It all started in the parking areas where music was playing and dancers were at the edge of the red carpet welcoming us all to the event, with VIP signs, tables to enter competitions and a Schweppes drink stand where we received a welcome appetizer.

Walking through the luscious gardens of Wanderers Sports Club, I was feeling excited and calm at the same time. The gardens are so beautiful and have a send of tranquillity to it. We received our names tags, which were so professionally done, (they were hard, credit card like plastic, with our names on). We were then welcomed by friendly staff, as we walked to the gardens where there was food, entertainment and beauty. The theme here was “Mexico”, they had Mexican themed food, such as Tacos, Quesadillas, beef skewers, and much more. There was a Mexican themed singer who was dressed to the nines and a face painter to add a bit of fun. There was dancers there to entertain us during parts of that leg of the event, which was amazing to watch, there was a traditional Mexican dance as well as a sensual Tango dance that was fantastic.

The best part of this section for me was the Bacardi Stand. It was done so nicely. They were offering tasters, and later gave the guests Gin and Tonic to refresh the pallets. The stand reminded me of a rustic turned modern look that also represented class and sophistication, however was young and inventive. They also had a man dressed in a suit, looking as if he had just walked out of the “Great Gatsby”, in the best possible way obviously. He was educating us on the brand, the alcohol and the bottles. It was stunning and a great addition to the event. The Gin was also divine and I normally struggle to drink Gin.

We then moved on upstairs to be welcomed by Mojitos and a Bollywood/Indian dance. The roof was draped stunningly, vibrant colours and sound filled the great hallway. After the dancers were done, we were directed into the ballroom, which was set up in cinema style, ready for a short show and gift giveaways. The lighting in that room was amazing and unlike anything I have seen before, it was done and put together with Upstage. Morgan Beatbox was our MC for this leg of the event, he was really funny and entertaining. He said he felt like Oprah and said we should all look under our seats, I found a lovely bottle of wine under my seat, and the select few received the same or a power bank. Great prizes and totally unexpected. We were then fortunate to get a show from Morgan Beatbox, who is absolutely amazing and it’s unbelievable to watch him do what he does. We were then surprised by some dances who seemed like there were causing commotion at first as a joke, which was great then danced for us, a hip hop number to be exact. All the entertainment was supplied by Pink Angel Productions, and man did they deliver. Upon exiting the ball room, there was a ballerina who was all lit up escorting us out, with a violist playing us out, but what was amazing was that her bow was it us as well. It was amazing and a bit emotional in the best way, if I am being honest.

  

We then went to the last phase which was upstairs, it had an inside, balcony and a smaller balcony just below the top balcony. It was amazing. There was dessert there along with more casual but classy food such as biscuits, salmon, seas food treats and much more. We went down to the smaller balcony where there was a Craft Beer stand. I am not a beer drinker but I wanted to take full advantage of every experience, so I went over to the stand, where I was greeted with friendliness. The RedRock Brewery had a great stand, a friendly promoter, a friendly sales manager. They were very informative, I loved the history behind the concept and behind their beers. They combine beer with good old rock, which I loved.  I really loved the one beer specifically called “Bad moon” and it tasted great. It tasted like beer but it was light and flavourful, and a hint of fruitiness to it. Plus I got super spoilt and got to take some home, which I was super excited about. I could write forever about them, but will hopefully do a full story on them alone, so I don’t want to give too much away at once.

Overall the event was great fantastic, the venue was amazing and the people from SilvaSale were phenomenal. There was truly little I could fault them on, so I am going to give an overall 5/5 BluBirds Rating. It was amazing!!! I hope to go to many more events here. 

Top local DJs and artists collaborate for Soul Train at Carnival City

Carnival City’s Sun Park provides the stage for an eclectic mix of authentically South African artists and bands collaborating for an outdoor music festival, Soul Train, on 5 August 2017. The outdoor chilled session takes place from 11h00 to 23h00 and will feature DJs and artists performing diverse music genres, including Afro pop, R&B, soul, Afro jazz and old classic house. Revelers are encouraged to dress to the theme of white and yellow.

The event, organised by the makers (M & S Events) of themed music picnics such as The All White, Hawaii and Easter picnics in Ekuhuleni and Heidelberg, promises stellar entertainment under African skies. On the bill for the festival is Sands, known for hit songs such as “Tigi” and “Vuma”; Nigerian artist, Eternal Wa Afrika, and well known DJs from Kaya FM and Metro FM. They include DJ Wilson B Nkosi, T-Bose, Sentle, Bob Mabena and Geogie Munetsi. Tickets are priced from R100 per person at Computicket.

Like Carnival City on Facebook www.facebook.com/CarnivalCitySA and follow on Twitter @CarnivalCitySA 

GrandWest lends a welcome helping hand to Philippi shelter

Continuing in the spirit of International Mandela Day on 18 July 2017 when 150 120  meals were packed at The Market Hall GrandWest as part of the Rise Against Hunger food packing drive, GrandWest Corporate Social Investment (CSI) contributed to another cause close to its heart.

The team has donated R15 000 towards the Sizakuyenza Centre and Shelter for abused women and children in Philippi. It is acommunity based non-profit organisation that runs HIV/AIDS prevention and education programmes, drug and alcohol abuse prevention programmes and supports victims of domestic violence. Its programmes include free HIV counselling and testing, an alcohol and drug abuse support group, counselling and support for survivors of rape and abuse, workshops on drug awareness and prevention of teen pregnancy, as well as daily youth support groups and homework groups. The organisation also runs a shelter for abused women and children who are provided with three meals a day using vegetables grown in the garden onsite. 

“We are humbled by the incredible support the Sizakuyenza Centre and Shelter provides to its community, in particular women and children who have been abused. The wellbeing of children and programme to assist victims of domestic violence are indeed close to our heart. GrandWest CSI is happy to make a contribution to the centre in order to alleviate some of the challenges it faces in offering its services to the community,” says Mervyn Naidoo, General Manager at GrandWest.

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From left to right are Warren Ratcliff, Bolekwa Gcwabe, Dylan Pienaar (CEO Grand Foods), Nontembiso Mevana (Sizakuyenza Centre and Shelter), Melaney Simonhoff (Grand West CSI Coordinator) and Rushana Kader.

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Take your dog on a Walk of Hope with The Boardwalk

The Boardwalk teams up with the Animal Anti-Cruelty League for the Walk of Hope – in aid of abused and neglected animals – on 5 August 2017. The community is called to bring along their beloved pets for a fun filled, 5 kilometre stroll from The Boardwalk. If you don’t have a pet to bring along, you can “adopt” an animal for the morning to enjoy the spirited meander. All proceeds raised through entry fees will be donated to the Animal Anti-Cruelty League in Port Elizabeth. The mass dog walk will start from The Boardwalk parking area at 09h00. The entry fee is R40 per person. The fun and festivities will continue throughout the morning with an array of food stalls as well as a children’s play area.

“Come down with your furry friend and enjoy a morning of outdoor activity for a good cause. The Animal Anti-Cruelty League does tremendous good work to protect, care for and rehabilitate animals that are neglected and abused. Just think, you can do something to improve the quality of life for a needy animal, and make your pet happy at the same time. Your medal won’t be shiny and bright. Instead it will be a feeling inside where you know you have done right,” says Siphokazi Ngombane, Public Relations & Promotions Manager at The Boardwalk.

Please note that all dogs must be on a leash to participate in the walk. People who would like to ‘adopt’ a dog to take for a walk can contact Amanda on 082 492 2744 for more information.

Like The Boardwalk on Facebook www.facebook.com/boardwalk.elizabeth and follow on Twitter @TheBoardwalkPE.

Her Serene Highness Princess Charlene of Monaco announced as Patron to Lifesaving South Africa

Lifesaving South Africa President Dylan Tommy confirmed the appointment of Her Serene Highness Princess Charlene of Monaco as Patron of Lifesaving South Africa, at an event held at the Beverly Hills Hotel, in Umhlanga, Durban on Wednesday 26^th July 2017.

“It is a great honour for me to be named Patron of Lifesaving South Africa, an organization that shares the same vision as my Foundation and one that I have always been inspired by. Lifesaving South Africa’s commitment to drowning prevention is remarkable and the spirit of volunteering that you are instilling in our young people is infectious,” said HSH Princess Charlene of Monaco (Formerly Charlene Wittstock).

The Princess discovered her passion for the water and dedicated 20 years of her life to become an Olympic swimmer, representing South Africa in the Sydney Olympics in 2000. “During those years, I learnt the importance of discipline, team spirit, dedication and respect for the water, oneself and others; values that I know LSA lifeguards appreciate and demonstrate every day,” continued the Princess.

The Princess Charlene of Monaco Foundation was established in 2012 and has since reached over 300,000 people worldwide, with operations being established here in South Africa in 2013. The work of the Foundation is internationally acknowledged and celebrated for raising public awareness about the dangers of water, teaching children essential water safety skills and how to swim.

The partnership between the Princess Charlene of Monaco Foundation South Africa and Lifesaving South Africa will strengthen the promotion of water safety and support ‘learn to swim’ projects in South Africa. 


Lifesaving South Africa’s Watersmart program is a classroom based educational water safety program developed to complement the current Grade 4 Life Skills curriculum. The program, presented by Lifesaving SA Watersmart facilitators will, during the course of 2017, be delivered free of charge to over 80 schools nationwide.

  

Mr. Gavin Varejes, President of The Princess Charlene of Monaco Foundation SA, also announced the distribution of 200 rescue boards, valued in excess of R2mil from the Princess Charlene of Monaco Foundation SA to Lifesaving SA, with thanks to Cell C and Richmark Holdings. This will see every LSA affiliated lifesaving club in South Africa receiving rescue boards to continue their critical service to the community.

Varejes, synonymous for his generosity and support of the SA Surfing Legends and President of SA Rugby Legends, said “the new partnership will hopefully continue to encourage different sporting codes to work together and form the bonds, strengths and partnerships that make such a wonderful difference in our Country.”



“Cell C endorses this initiative in growing an awareness around water safety in South Africa and deems it a great privilege to be associated with the Princess Charlene of Monaco Foundation SA”, says Doug Mattheus, Head of Marketing at Cell C.

Lifesaving South Africa President Dylan Tommy and SASCOC President Gideon Sam both expressed gratitude to HSH Princess Charlene and Mr. Varejes for their contribution to raising the profile of Lifesaving in South Africa, both on a social level and as a sport. 
Dylan Tommy said “we are extremely grateful to HSH Princess Charlene for agreeing to serve as the Patron for Lifesaving South Africa. With the Princess as our Patron and the partnership we have established with The Princess Charlene of Monaco Foundation SA, we will be able to achieve far greater success in our fight against drowning in South Africa”.

In 2017, Continental Tyre SA, by way of its General Tire brand, committed to a three-year investment and sponsorship of Lifesaving SA, and its Product Communications Manager Ryan Visagie applauded the contributions of Varejes and corporate heavyweights Richmark and Cell C.

“It sends a great message to Corporate South Africa to get involved with saving lives. You can’t put a price on saving a life and it’s fantastic to see the investment in Lifesaving as a result of the partnership with the Princess Charlene of Monaco Foundation SA,” said Ryan Visagie, Continental Tyre SA.

SASCOC president Gideon Sam said “it was noted that the Princess gives so much to the country she grew up in, but also so importantly to the serious issue of water safety and water education.” He described her as “an inspiration to the global community and a particularly special South African.”