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There’s still plenty of reason to embrace the last stretch of Cape Town winter.

WATCH: Last chance for winter dining: 7 specials to book in Cape Town

Winter may be winding down, but there's still time to indulge in Cape Town's finest dining experiences. From comforting meals to family-friendly feasts, discover 7 irresistible…

 St Luke's Combined Hospices will be having its  Pairing in the Valley fundraiser at the Constantia Glen Wine Estate.

Join St Luke's for the Pairing in the Valley fundraiser to support palliative care

Join St Luke's Combined Hospices on July 24 for the Pairing in the Valley fundraiser, an elegant evening that promises to enhance palliative care services across the Western Cape…

Constantia Glen is one of the easiest winter wine escapes without leaving the city

Winter in the Cape: Top wine estates for seasonal delights

Experience the slower rhythm of winter in the Cape Winelands, where cooler air and cosy tasting rooms invite you to savour long, leisurely lunches. Discover the top wine estates…

The Mzansi Tenors.

Experience the magic of the Mzansi Tenors live at Christ Church Constantia

Join the Mzansi Tenors for an unforgettable afternoon of Afro-operatic hits at Christ Church Constantia on Sunday, November 2. Enjoy classics like 'La Donna e Mobile' and…

The Cape Welsh Choir.

Experience the Cape Welsh Choir live at Christ Church Constantia

Join the Cape Welsh Choir for a captivating live performance at Christ Church Constantia on Saturday, August 23, at 2pm. Enjoy a delightful medley of songs, including classics…

Feed the Soil ambassador Arthur Gonco helps with bucket swops and vegetable purchases. Picture: supplied

Food waste composting comes to Blue Route

Ladles of Love is taking your kitchen food waste and composting it, and the non-profit organisation will launch one of its Feed the Soil pop-up shops at Blue Route Mall on…

Saxophonist Andrew Young (pictured) and Tony Drake, on keyboards, will perform at Christ Church Constantia on Sunday February 2, at 3pm. Tickets are R170 (unreserved seating) and are available from Quicket or by calling Anne at 082 218 0100. Picture: Joe Vigerl

Andrew Young in concert

Forty artists are exhibiting at Groot Constantia’s Iziko Learning Centre until the end of January. The exhibition is run by the Kunye Art Foundation, a non-profit organisation that supports artists. Photograph: supplied

Art show

Kunye Art Foundation founder Ingrid Wallach with artists Christopher Abrahams and Taheerah Luddy and ward councillor Carolynne Franklin. Picture: supplied An oil painting of the…

The Cellars-Hohenort Hotel & Spa in Constantia will open its gardens to the public on Sunday November 24 in aid of St Luke’s Hospice. Picture: Lionel Hanshaw

Open garden for St Luke’s Hospice

The Cellars-Hohenort Hotel & Spa in Constantia will open its gardens to the public on Sunday November 24 for a fund-raiser in aid of St Luke’s Hospice. The gardens are spread…

The Be Quick to Click Car Seat Drive 2024 campaign is calling on the public to donate car seats to needy families .

Car seat drive supports needy families

Providing secure car seats to families in need can help to prevent or lessen the severity of head injuries in children, says the African Brain Child. The clinical and research…

SANParks is running a safety awareness campaign at Table Mountain National Park. Picture: SANParks

Rangers promote good conduct, safety on trails

SANParks rangers have been advising members of the public on how to conduct themselves and stay safe in Lower Tokai, Cecilia Forest and Constantia Nek. From kiosks at entrances…

Showcase of popular ballads and standards

Carly Barendilla, Marzia Barry and Ethan Tobin will present a showcase of popular ballads and standards on Sunday September 1 at Christ Church Constantia, at 3pm. Singer Cindy…

Young dancers get their chance to ‘Bloom’

Young ballet dancers will have a chance to shine in Bloom, a Cape Junior Ballet production, to be staged in Bergvliet next month. Forty-eight dancers from the Rondebosch ballet…

Book review: Constantia’s Forgotten Farms

Constantia’s Forgotten Farms John Cornell and Stephen D’Alton Vine Publishers Review: Karen Watkins Taking a scenic drive through the Constantia valley is like going back in time…

David Hill, former editor-in-chief of Cape Community Newspapers, shakes hands with former president Nelson Mandela during a visit to Newspaper House in 1999. Pictured from left are, Shaun Johnson, the then managing director of Independent Newspapers Cape, Vukile Sonandzi, founding editor of Vukani and in front, Chryss O’Reilly wife of Irish businessman Sir Anthony O’Reilly, who owned Independent News and Media South Africa at the time.

Saluting legendary former editor-in-chief, David Hill

Former editor-in-chief of Cape Community Newspapers, David Hill, enjoying the outdoors in his retirement. Sandy Naude, CEO of Africa Community Media, with David Hill, former…

Medical thriller based on inside view of state hospitals

Marina Auer launched her second medical thriller at Exclusive Cavendish on Thursday August 15. In conversation with radio talk show host, Pippa Hudson, the UCT Medical School…

Mervyn Sloman, owner of the Book Lounge, introducing author Qarnita Loxton, left, and writer and former editor of Women's Health, Danielle Weakley

Melkbos author launches her fifth book

Against a backdrop of marching soldiers preparing for the opening of parliament the following day, Qarnita Loxton launched her latest novel at the Book Lounge on Wednesday July…

Help make sleeping bags for homeless

Jo Maxwell, Pinelands The Rotary Club of Claremont is in desperate need of volunteers to make sleeping bags for the homeless as the weather is becoming very cold and wet. The…