the bay life - issue 02
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December 2014 - The Bay Life is a monthly community lifestyle magazine focusing on the local people, places and events in and around The Friendly City, Port Elizabeth - South Africa.TRANSCRIPT
The BAY Life is a monthly community lifestyle magazine focusing on the local people, places and events in and around The Friendly City, Port Elizabeth - South Africa.
www.thebaylife.co.za
the bay life
Plus Things to do in Port Elizabeth + Recipes, Reviews, Community News & More
DECEMBER 2014 ISSUE 02
FITNESSCounting down to your
perfect body - p.20
GET OUTSIDEAdrenalin Addo - p.30
BUY LOCAL THIS CHRISTMAS
We feature six local businesses - p.27
WHAT’S ON IN THE BAYA guide to events in PE over the holiday
programme - p.6
Tavcor Suzuki Port ElizabethTel: 041 395 8200. Cnr Newmarket Rd, Greenacres.www.suzukipe.co.za • facebook.com/suzukipePart of the Tavcor Motor Group
* Offer calculated on a Suzuki Ertiga GA. Information is subject to change without prior notice. Instalment includes R1140.00 initiation fee and excludes monthly service fee of R57. Total cost excludes the deposit. All finance offers are subject to credit approval from Suzuki Mobility Finance - a division of WesBank - a division of FirstRand Bank Ltd. An Authorised Financial Services and Credit Provider. NCRCP20. Terms and Conditions apply.
*GLX model shown above differs in specification from model quoted.
MONTHLYINSTALMENT
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06 CALENDAR What’s on in the bay
08 MY TOWN Favourite Things
10 PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB
24 TRAVEL & TOURISM Tips and advice by Vanessa’s Travel & Tours
26 RECIPES Rose’s Perfect Aussie Pavlova
09 101 THINGS TO DO IN PE
16 SHOWJUMPING NissanWorldCupQualifier
18 COMMUNITY The Ubomi Obutsha Centre
20 HEALTH & WELLNESS Counting down to your perfect body.
27 SUPPORT LOCAL We feature six excellent local businesses
12 BOOKS - Personal - Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul - Christmas 2014 Wish List
14 EATING OUT Our local café favourites
30 GET OUTSIDE Adrenalin Addo
REGULARS
CONTENTS
FEATURES REVIEWS
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of causes out there but two spring to mind. The Tree of Joy at Greenacres food court and our community feature, the Ubomi Obutsha Centre.
Use our What’s On section to navigate your way through December’s events. But if you are looking to get your heart pumping then Adrenalin Addo, home of Africa’s longest double zip line, is guaranteed to kick start it into action.
From Me and the Bay Life team, we wish you a very merry festive season.
Yes folks, December has arrived. It brings with it last minute frantic gift shopping, bashing your way through busy malls where every shop you walk into is playing that same ole Boney M Christmas album that was first released in 1981. In a bid to remove that stress, but mostly to save your ears from that torture, we’ve showcased a handful of extremely gifted artisans and independent retailers in our support local feature.
Tis the season to give and share and if you are like me, we have everything we need anyway. Why not suggest to your loved ones to rather donate to a worthy cause on your behalf. There are loads
PUBLISHER:Caz and Crew [email protected]
EDITORCaryn Smith [email protected]
GRAPHIC DESIGNFreshfire Studio [email protected]
SALESSteven Lancaster - Get SteveMobile: 076 027 5280Email: [email protected]
CONTRIBUTORSJoanne Anthony Sharon Jessup Janine NelVanessa PrinslooCaryn Smith Justin from portelizabethrestaurants.co.za
ADMIN AND ACCOUNTSCaryn Smith [email protected] CONTACT NUMBER084 375 0985
The Bay Life is published by Caz & Crew Publications, Port Elizabeth and cannot be held responsible for any omission or errors, or for any misfortune, injury or damages that may arise therefrom.
Copyright The Bay Life & Caz & Crew Publications. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or any part is prohibited without prior permission of the publisher.
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EDITOR’SNOTE
& The Bay Life crew
“No one realizes how beautiful it is to travel until he comes home and rests his head on his old, familiar pillow.”LIN YUTANG
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Mobile: 076 722 3782 • Fax: 086 5806320www.bcasa.co.za
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Uncle Jumbos Christmas PartyVenue: Heatherbank Farm, CharloTime: 6pmTickets: ComputicketFacebook: www.facebook.com/UncleJumbosChristmasParty
The Food Shed Description: Good food, Good time, Good vibeVenue: 16 Walker Drive, SherwoodTime: 5pmSearch for The Food Shed on Facebook.
Snow White, The Modern Musical PantomimeVenue: The Little Theatre, 3 Belmont Terrace, CentralTickets: ComputicketFacebook: www.facebook.com/SnowWhitePantomime
Lady Slipper Farmers MarketVenue: Old Cape Road, next to St Alban’s prisonTime: 8am – 12pm
Aquelle Ocean SeriesVenue: Hobie BeachTime: 9amDescription: All disciplines run simultaneously so you choose which one you’d like to do on race dayWebsite: www.oceanracingseries.com
Vintage PE Sidewalk SaleVenue: 35 Westbourne Road, CentralDescription: Antique bric a brac, books, home décor, clothingTime: 10am – 1pmWebsite: www.vintagepe.co.za
Cycle Pro Longmore ClassicVenue: Hankey Forestry StationWebsite: www.fattracks.co.za
Kempston Hogsback Half MarathonTime: 8amDescription: 3km, 5km, 21 kmContact: Sharon 083 284 3781Email: [email protected] entries: www.eventcow.org
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NMB Aquatics Championship GalaNewton Park Swimming Pool
Stiletto RaceVenue: Boardwalk CasinoDescription: 100m Ladies run in stilettos, Men in drag race, Waiters’ race with a trayTime: 11 amEnter online at www.run-in-heels.co.za
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IRB Seven’s Rugby
Venue: NMB StadiumWebsite: www.southafrica7s.co.za
Back to Earth organic market
Venue: African Sky’s, TheescombeTime: 10am – 2pmSearch for the Back to Earth Organic Market page on Facebook.
Christmas Market
Venue: Fathers House Church, cnr Darling and Paterson Rd, North EndTime: 9am – 3pmDescription: Clothing, food, gifts, ceramics and kids stuffEntry: Adults = R10, Children under 10 = free
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Opening of the SeasonVenue: Hobie Beach
About It Triathlon Summer SeriesVenue: Pollock BeachRegister online at www.zsports.co.zaFacebook:www.facebook.com/ZportsCC
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Christmas ExpoVenue: Walmer Town HallDescription: Home, décor, arts and craftsMore info contact: Claudia at [email protected]
Back to Earth Organic marketVenue: African Sky’s, TheescombeTime: 10am – 2pmSearch for the Back to Earth Organic Market page on Facebook.
Reunion PartyVenue: McArthurs Pool, HumewoodTime: 4pm – late Entry: R120Description: The greatest pool party for the 2014 summer seasonFacebook: www.facebook.com/socialclashza
About It Triathlon Summer SeriesVenue: Pollock BeachRegister online at www.zsports.co.zaFacebook:www.facebook.com/ZportsCC
Rocking the Petunias 4Venue: Ziggy’s Rock and Reggae Bar, Pine Lodge, Port ElizabethDescription: All day musicTime: 11am – 10pmEntrance: R50Bookings essential 041 583 3789Facebook: www.facebook.com/OceanRockPE
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Lady Slipper Farmers MarketVenue: Old Cape Road, next to St Alban’s prisonTime: 8am – 12pm
About It Triathlon Summer SeriesVenue: Port St FrancisRegister online at www.zsports.co.zaFacebook:www.facebook.com/ZportsCC
SA vs West Indies CricketVenue: St George’s Park Cricket GroundWebsite: www.cricket.co.za
The Food Shed New Year’s Eve BashDescription: Good food, Good time, Good vibeVenue: 16 Walker Drive, SherwoodFacebook: www.facebook.com/The-Food-Shed
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WHAT’S ON IN THE BAY
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I am the fundraiser for the Aurora Special Care Centre, and have been here for over 2 years now. I am also a presenter on air at Algoa FM and have worked there for around 8 years now. I am very fortunate to have 2 jobs that I absolutely love, and that complement each other so well. I also do voice-over work, sell Avon and convert VHS to DVD’s... all things which I love doing.
Where is you favourite place to eat?
Being the mom of a two year old and a four year old, eating out tends to involve play areas, balloons and face-painting.
We are really enjoying the new Mikes Kitchen on the beachfront. My kids love the digital game that gets them moving! I am not sure what it is called, but images appear on the floor and it requires them to be active by participating in the different games. For example – jumping
on popcorn kernels to make them pop, stamping on cockroaches, colouring in an image by walking across it.
There is also a baby section, where they have carers, a small slide, puzzles and colouring in.
When I am not with the kids – which is rare – I really enjoy Como Café in Walmer.
What is your favourite activity when the weather is miserable?
If the weather is a bit miserable, we enjoy going to the library. Our family are all avid readers, and the boys love going there. We also enjoy the museum and in windy weather we fly kites.
What is your favourite way or favourite place to wind down after work?
We enjoy heading to the Boardwalk to watch the Light Show – the kids are always enthralled by it. We also spend a
lot of time at the beach, the kids always meet other children there and can spend hours playing in the water (to the left of the pier). I love it in the evenings, when it’s not too hot and it really is a great way for the whole family to unwind.
What is your favourite outdoor spot in Port Elizabeth?
We have several. We love going to St Georges Park, and often pack a picnic basket and spend a Sunday morning there. We also enjoy the skateboard park and bike park outside the Walmer library. There is a great playground – 8th avenue Walmer, and we picnic there too. We have quite a small garden at home, so we tend to get out quite often for the boys to play ball, ride bike and burn off energy.
What is your favourite shop?
Any bookshop! Can spend hours browsing through books. ☺
with Briony Sparg
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FAVOURITE THINGS
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01. City Tours - Book a guided City Tour with a local tour operator and allow a registered and knowledgably guide to show you around the city’s attractions, beachfront and historic buildings.
02. Horseback Riding - Feel the wind in your hair while galloping on horseback along the beach at Sardinia Bay.
03. Art Galleries - Discover local art treasures by browsing through some of art galleries showcasing local artists.
An excellent list of Port Elizabeth activities compiled by Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism
See the rest of the list here: www.blog.nmbt.co.za/blog/entry/101-things-to-do-in-and-around-port-elizabeth
04. Penguins at SAMREC - Go “awwwweeeee” at the SAMREC facility at Cape Recife Nature Reserve where rescued penguins and other marine birds are treated and rehabilitated. Here the staff will show you around the facility for a hands-on experience.
05. McArthur’s Baths - Don’t like sand between your toes? Relax next to (or inside) the McArthur’s Pool or enjoy the thrill of the Super Tube.
06. Buy Traditional Craft - Everybody likes to receive a gift from returning travellers. Buy traditional crafts for loved ones back home at some of the African craft centres and markets.
07. Quad Biking - Get dirty! Go Quad biking on one of several trails around the city with a local adventure operator.
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Photo by NICKY VOLKER
Photo by BRENDA WEYER
Photo by BRENDA WEYER
Photo by CHANEL SMAILES
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Photo by NICKY VOLKER
THE BAY LIFE PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB
Send your photos to [email protected]
for a chance to be featured in our next issue.
Photo by NEL DE FRANCA
Photo by NICKY VOLKER
Photo by NEL DE FRANCA
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PERSONAL - LEE CHILD
This book is the 19th Jack Reacher book by Lee Child.
Alongside Jo Nesbo’s “Harry Hole“, Ian Rankin’s “Rebus” and Ludlum’s “Jason Bourne “ Jack Reacher rivals for first place as most incredible-on all accounts- in all categories- man of mystery. Such spotless characterisation and long legged roguish heroic action men are what the real page-turners are made of. Read one Jack Reacher book, or any of the other above-mentioned for that matter, and you are hooked.
It is not a Sylvia Day fix, or a James Patterson weekly, but rather something for the more seasoned reader. No, a mindless read it is not. Lee Child is very well researched and weaves an intricate plot, takes his time to set up before he lets one loose, and then, you find
your heart rate increases, adrenaline in overdrive, while you hold your breath until finally released to put the book down. And then Jack Reacher takes his time to fade away, properly just like it is, in the book.
What seems to be a botched assassination in France turns out to be the start of an investigation on a figure head during international congress of the United Nations. Someone is going to be taken out, and Reacher has been lured out of his hiding place to stop the extraordinary assassin in his tracks. But Reacher finds more than what he bargained for, a personal vendetta, a game of cat and mouse to vindicate a bad man. Together with a gorgeous young CIA side-kick, this time Jack Reacher gets Personal.
If you haven’t read a Reacher, now is a good time to start.
DIARY OF A WIMPY KID : THE LONG HAUL BY JEFF KINNEY
It has been a whole year’s wait for the 11th book in the hilarious Wimpy Kid series.
Greg Heffley aka ‘the Wimpy Kid’ takes a road trip with his dysfunctional family that takes several wrong turns before it turns into an adventure.
If you are not familiar with the Heffley’s, it is a family not unlike the one you are in.
A dilly and dishevelled mother who, in a desperate last attempt, whilst frantically trying to raise three kids in a world gone mad, grasps at anything that will give a sense of purpose to her life, champions the ideal of a picture perfect family, and ultimately, commandeers the disastrous road trip on a whim, taking her inspiration from a mail-order magazine
called Family Frolic. There is dad, whose accommodating nature is counter-balanced with mixed outbursts of passion and frustration. Tread lightly around the super awkward Rodrick, Wimpy Kid’s older brother, always at the ready to torture, exclude and ridicule his siblings. The baby in the family, Manny, cute and inappropriate, innocently often finds himself as the catalyst to calamity. This brings us to the young neurotic narrator, Mr Greg Heffley, his nerdy existence always on the brink of shambles which he deftly manages by keeping a diary, complete with illustrations.
The Long Haul takes us on a hilarious ride where Flat Stanley goes out the window, (literally), to quaint but cheap motels, freaky fairs and a runaway piglet. What a joke. What a journey.
A quality read for mostly boys, but also girls, and grown-ups too!
4. Cobra – Deon Meyer R269
5. Vermis op Allesverloren – Anchien Troskie R189
6. Weber Braai Bible /Bybel – Jamie Purviance R279
7. 50 – Steve Hofmeyer R199
8. It’s Code Red – Zapiro R149
9. Good Morning Mr Mandela / Goeiemore Mnr Mandela
– Zelda Le Grange R279
10. Playing it my way – Sachin Tendulkar R310
R179 from leading book stores.
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R269 from leading book stores.
Reviews by: Janine Nel MANAGER AT BARGAIN BOOKSBOOKS
CHRISTMAS 2014 WISH LIST
--- Kids ---
1. Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul – Jeff Kinney R195
2. Coolste Ouma op Aarde – Marita van der Vyfer R99
3. Heroes of Olympus: Blood of Olympus – Rick Riordan R189
4. Let it Snow – John Green R159
5. Listen to the Moon – Michael Morpurgo R205
6. Guinness Book of World Records 2015 – R299
7. Dr Seuss Box Set- Dr Seuss R399
8. Underwater Dogs Kids Edition R159
9. Maze Runner – James Dashner R139
10. True Grit Junior Edition – Bear Grylls R145
--- Adults ---
1. Leaving Time –Jodi Piccoult R279
2. Hunter – Tony Park R259
3. Hope to Die – James Patterson R269
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Having tried out quite a few (but not all) of the coffee shops and cafés in PE over the last few years, these places listed below have become firm favourites of ours.
These are based on personal choice, as I know there are many good places out there, but we seem to be drawn back to these time and again.
In no particular order they are:
Dessies – Bloomingdales Centre, Walmer – Tel: 041 581 3113
Dessies is located at the Bloomingdales nursery and when sitting outside on a sunny day the setting is incredibly relaxing and tranquil. Serving the most delicious light meals and breakfasts, you are sure to encounter equally good coffee and other awesome baked treats.
Deli on Main – 9th Ave Shopping Centre, Walmer – Tel: 041 581 7316
Also located on Main road in Walmer, Deli on Main has a personal charm which is also apparent in the dishes they serve. Light meals, a great burger and now offering pizza – definitely worth a visit.
Posh The Eatery – 32 Stanley Street, Richmond Hill – Tel: 041 582 5005
The Stanley street area and other parts of Richmond Hill have blossomed into a food lover’s haven and this is where you will find Posh. An elegant café, very friendly waitrons and a great menu is what awaits you. Soaking up the laid back atmosphere whilst nourishing your soul with one of their delicious meals is definitely something for your to-do list.
Rhubarb & Lime – 7 Park Lane, Mill Park – Tel: 041 373 3186
Park Lane in Mill Park may be renowned for Natti’s Thai kitchen but right next door is another favourite breakfast haunt of ours, Rhubarb & Lime. They serve a brilliant omelette and really good cappuccinos with a modern feel and some interesting décor.
Cobblestone Bakery – 40 6th Avenue, Walmer – Tel: 041 581 0182
Great meals, exceptional baked goods and a firm favourite in PE, sums up Cobblestone. Fresh ciabatta, panini, homemade pies and their famous magic bar are all signature items on offer.
Something interesting to note, all of the above eateries are owner managed and this is one reason why I continue to support such establishments. The passion, dedication and commitment to serving you only the best, is what makes your experience exceptional.
Brioche – 181 Main road, Walmer – Tel: 041 581 2136
Brioche is an artisan bakery in what seems to be a renovated house in Walmer. Charming and quaint, their food is served with lots of love and care.
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EATING OUTOur local café favourites
POSH, THE EATERY - PANCAKE
DESSIES - GOURMET BURGER
DELI ON MAIN
COBBLESTONE BAKERY
Review by: Justin www.portelizabethrestaurants.co.za
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Lorette Knowles-Taylor wins Nissan World Cup Qualifier 2014PORT ELIZABETH – Lorette Knowles-Taylor and Nissan Nabab Forever claimed top honours in the tightly-contested final leg of the 2014 Nissan World Cup Qualifier in Port Elizabeth on the 16th November.
Knowles-Taylor said she was “ecstatic” with her victory and especially her
“legend horse” Nissan Nabab Forever, a 19-year-old who was retired two years ago and topped a stunning comeback this year with today’s win.
They were followed by Dominey Alexander on Discovery Enjoy 68 and Nicola Sime-Riley riding Sunny Park Stables El Paso.
More than 180 horses and riders made up a capacity field to deliver four days of show-jumping thrills with very few spills, show director and organizer Tanja Radke said.
Show-jumping veteran Nicole Horwood, riding Mark White Nissan Capital Don Cumarco, was crowned the overall winner of the 2014 FEI* World Cup
Qualifier series, jumping her way into the FEI* World Cup final to be held in Las Vegas, USA, in 2015.
“I am absolutely thrilled,” said Horwood of her win. “We were set a testing course today consistent with the standard we expect in this series. Mark White Nissan Capital Don Cumarco is so consistent, always gives me 100 per cent, and we’ve had a really successful year as a result. The PE Riding Club ground is absolutely super, they’ve done a fantastic job,” she said.
The Eastern Cape had its share of winners, with Grahamstown rider Carey Pohl placing fourth in the Nissan World Cup Qualifier, and Robyn Gerber, also of
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A WORLD OF WINNERS IN NISSAN WORLD CUP QUALIFIER 2014
SHOWJUMPING
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Grahamstown, clearing 1.75m to win the Nissan 6 Bar Challenge and R15 000 in prize money.
The Nissan 6 Bar Challenge had spectators on the edge of their seats as riders battled it out to clear the highest jump over five rounds in which the jumps are raised after each round. The current record is a 2.0m jump, set by Knowles-Taylor and Nissan Nabab Forever in June 2014.
Proceeds from the event were donated by Nissan to the East Cape Horse Care Unit, which looks out for the welfare of working horses.
Radke said the international-standard course by leading South African course
designer Kevin Spratley had challenged the capacity field of top competitors over the four days of competition in adverse weather conditions.
“This is a premier international event on the local equestrian calendar, and we are proud that Nelson Mandela Bay and our team of volunteers from the PE Riding Club hosted a seamless event enjoyed by the competitors and thousands of spectators over the past four days. The commitment of Nissan as our partner made it possible for us to bring world-class riding to the Bay,” Radke said.
Nissan SA Managing Director Mike Whitfield said the event proved yet again
Nelson Mandela Bay’s capacity to host international sporting events.
“We’re proud to associate Nissan with this event as horse-riding is a sport that reflects our brand ethos of excitement, innovation and excellence,” Whitfield said.
For more information and event results, visit the Port Elizabeth Riding Club website at www.peridingclub.co.za or contact the club on 041 3674220.
* FEI: Fédération Equestre Internationale or International Federation for Equestrian Sports.
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THE BAY LIFE COMMUNITY
Serving a community in excess of 25 000 people across the Kwazakhele, Zwide and Soweto On Sea townships of Port Elizabeth, the Ubomi Obutsha Centre addresses the needs of orphaned and vulnerable children (OVC’s) negatively affected by a poor living environment, poor education levels, debilitating and life-threatening diseases, neglect of healthy childhood development, abandonment and abuse
in many forms.
At the Ubomi Obutsha Centre we work to combine volunteered time, donated resources and developmental activities to affect a meaningful impact in the lives of children who live in circumstances that deprive them of care, opportunities and resources that would enable them to realise their potential and grow into self-supporting and contributing
members of our society.
Activities to address these issues are organised into three main programme groupings.
High Risk OVC Interventions involve home support visits, meeting basic needs, toddler educare, school support and referrals & follow ups.
Life Skills Programmes include teaching values, relational life skills, conflict solving, self-awareness, positive social behaviour, relationships, setting goals and responsibility.
The Open Community Programmes are Sunday school, soup kitchen, homework & tutoring and holiday clubs.
Other activities include crisis needs interventions where practical disaster relief is given during flooding, shack fires, etc
Through these activities the Ubomi Obutsha Centre directly impacts the lives of approximately 900 OVC’s each month and reaching over 2000 OVC’s in an average year .
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VOLUNTEERED TIME:
There are many opportunities to volunteer your time and help with specific activities.
DONATIONS - IN - KIND:
• Food and clothing.
• Household and kitchen items, appliances, soft furnishings, etc.
• Craft materials and admin stationery.
• School supplies (bags, stationery, etc)
FUNDING:
• General activity costs. (Materials, feeding, etc)
• Special Activities (Educational Outings, Camps, Incentive Rewards, etc)
• School Support (uniforms, bags, stationery)
• Transport.
• Community Childcare Worker stipends.
• Sustainability Costs (Overheads) Only 19% of total budget
BANK DETAILS:
Combined Christian Ministries to the Poor - First National BankCheque Acc: 62000371170 Branch: Newton Park Branch Code: 261050
GENERAL INFORMATION
Location: 164 Salamntu Street, Kwazakhele, Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Director: Mark Lawler - 082 473 4389
Project Manager: Nondumiso Langa - 072 685 4379
Donations: Sam Mandlana - 083 526 7840 – for collection of local donations (clothing, etc).
NPO: 046-047 // PBO: 930 028 787
Email: [email protected] Web: www.ccmp.org.zawww.facebook.com/UbomiObutsha
Where YOU can help:
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THE BAY LIFE HEALTH & WELLNESS
What do the following celebrities all have in common?
Jennifer Lopez, Beyoncé Knowles, Gwen Stefani, Jessica Alba, Cameron Diaz, Pink, Adam Levine, Liam Hemsworth, Mark Wahlberg, Hugh Jackman, David Beckham, Channing Tatum and Chris Hemsworth?
These stars are all super fit and seriously toned individuals. Although their workout routines and preferences differ greatly from yoga and pilates to flipping tires on the beach, to running and
spinning, and even surfing, etc. one thing is a common denominator, they are very active, exercise regularly and eat healthy and balanced, and it shows…
You too can have a near-perfect body that is strong, fit and healthy by exercising regularly and eating a healthy and balanced diet. You don’t ever have to starve yourself or even spend hours in the gym. With our super intense quick workouts that you can do in the comfort of your own home, you can achieve amazing results and feel like a million dollars in 30 minutes or less!
The workout below is a great full body workout you can do in your own home with your family, on the beach with friends or even at gym if you so wish. Enjoy it guys and girls!
Counting Down To Your Perfect Body!
FITNESS
80 MOUNTAIN CLIMBERS• Start in a push-up position• Bring one knee to the elbow on the same side
then return to the push-up position• Repeat on the other leg
THE FINAL COUNTDOWN WORKOUT:1. 100 Squats2. 90 Walking Lunges3. 80 Mountain Climbers4. 70 Wide Squats5. 60 Calf Raises6. 50 Hip Bridge Raises7. 40 Side Lunges8. 30 Bench Step Ups (per leg)9. 20 Squat Jumps10. 10 Burpees11. *Repeat 1 – 3 times depending
on your fitness level.
By: Sharon Jessup BOOT CAMP ACADEMY SOUTH AFRICA
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70 x WIDE SQUATS
• Begin in a wide standing position, with hands on hips
• Feet are placed far apart with toes facing outwards at a 45° angle
• “Push” the bum backwards, keeping pressure on the heels of the feet
• Slowly lower your body, by bending the legs
• Push the bum down• Keep the pressure on the heel
of the foot; do not allow any “rocking” on to the toes during this movement
• Maintain a neutral spine throughout the movement
• Do not allow the knees to collapse inwards during the movement
90 x WALKING LUNGES
• Begin by standing with hands on hips
• Begin the movement by taking a large step forward
• Staying in an upright position, sit back on your back foot avoiding leaning forward
• Maintain pressure on the heel of the front foot
• Do not allow the knee to travel past the ankle of the front foot
• Alternating between each leg in a walking motion
• the movement• Avoid collapsing of the knees
100 x SQUATS
• In a standing position, with arms extended in front of your body
• Feet are placed shoulder-width apart
• Ensure that toes are facing diagonally outwards
• “Push” the bum backwards, keeping pressure on the heels of the feet
• Lower your body, by bending the legs
• Push the bum down• Keep the pressure on the heel
of the foot; do not allow any “rocking” on to the toes during this movement
• Maintain a neutral spine throughout the movement
• Avoid collapsing of the knees
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By: Sharon Jessup BOOT CAMP ACADEMY SOUTH AFRICA
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40 SIDE LUNGES• Similar to Walking Lunges.
Begin by standing with hands on hips
• Begin the movement by taking a large step to the side
• Staying in an upright position, sit back on your back foot avoiding leaning forward
• Maintain pressure on the heel of the foot you are lunging on
• Do not allow the knee to travel past the ankle of the foot you are lunging on
• Step back to the starting position and repeat on the other leg.
10 BURPEES• Start in a standing position• Bend over and place both
hands, shoulder width apart on the ground in the crouched position
• “Kick” both legs backwards, into the push-up position
• Keep pressure on your hands during the movement
• From the push-up position , “jump” forward with both legs into the crouched position
• From the crouched position, jump and extending your arms into the air
• Repeat the movement
30 BENCH STEP UPS (PER LEG)• Stand in front of a bench or box
or low wall• Step up with your right foot, then
left foot, step down with right foot, then left foot
• Repeat on the other leg
20 SQUAT JUMPS• Same as squats – but jump
up and land in your low squat position
60 Calf Raises• Start in a standing position;
hands on hips and feet hip width apart.
• Raise yourself up onto your toes as high as you can.
• Lower your heel back to the ground, repeat.
50 Hip Bridge Raises• Lying on your back with legs bent and feet shoulder
width apart• Keep your head on the ground and arms to the side• Slowly lift hips off the ground• Be careful not to use your arms to assist the lift• Slowly lower hips until resting on the ground• Repeat the movement
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THE BAY LIFE HEALTH & WELLNESS
AREAS OF EXPERTISE INCLUDE:
• Divorce Law• Family Law• Divorce Mediation• Parenting Plans• Parental Responsibilities and
Rights• Custody (care and contact) of
children• Antenuptial contracts• Unmarried father’s rights• Domestic violence matters• International divorce law• Maintenance• Adoption
CONTACT DETAILS:Office: 041 582 5150 / 48 • Fax: 041 582 4920 • Mobile: 083 207 6250 • Email: [email protected]
Address: 9 Bird Street, Central, Port Elizabeth • www.anthonyinc.co.za
Joanne Anthony is a Divorce and Family Law Attorney in Port Elizabeth and was admitted as an attorney in 2000.
Joanne is a practicing attorney in the High Court, who specializes in Family Law and Divorce Law at Anthony Incorporated.
As a Family Law expert, Joanne is the lecturer for LEAD (Legal Education and Development) for the Law Society of South Africa for Matrimonial Property Matters and Gender Law.
Joanne is also the chairperson of the South Eastern Dispute Resolution Association as well as the Vice President of the local South Eastern Cape Attorneys Association. Joanne Anthony is also a member of the Family Law Forum for the Cape Law Society.
Specializing in Family Law and Divorce Law
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THE BAY LIFE TRAVEL & TOURISM
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Vanessa :Tel:041 360 7861Email: [email protected]: 083 457 9004 / 082 312 6541
Passports & Visas – silly season
THE BAY LIFE TRAVEL & TOURISM
Here we go – it is nearing the time of year in the Travel industry which is really more silly season than festive season. This is the time of last minute holiday bookings – trying to find seats, trying to find good package deals and most of all, trying to get Visas for the last minute bookings.
I have once again discovered in the last few weeks that not everyone makes sure that their passport is valid or if they have enough blank pages in them, especially if you are a dual passport holder.
When it comes to travelling abroad and you have dual citizenship, it is important to make sure that BOTH your passports are in order and still valid. The general rule is that the passport must have at LEAST 6 months validity on it AFTER your return from your destination – but preferably a lot longer than this. The important thing to remember is that you cannot exit and then re-enter SA on your foreign passport (unless you have
SA residency sticker in that particular passport) Otherwise you are seen as a Foreign visitor to South Africa and will only be granted a certain amount of days on a visitor visa which just causes major confusion and frustration at the Customs counters.
As Home Affairs is no longer issuing Temporary Passports at all, it is really imperative that you make sure you give yourself at least 1-2 months time to obtain a new SA passport, especially now as everything is much slower in getting processed this time of the year.
Another important thing to keep in mind is that Visas for certain countries during this time take much longer than normal due to the amounts of applications that these Consulates have to deal with. Mostly it takes an extra week or two, so this is good to keep in mind for any future trips in December. Some consulates do not always require air tickets, only itineraries, which means
that they are under no obligation to issue a Visa in time for your planned trip. (They usually recommend no tickets are issued until visas are obtained) In my own experience, I have found that they are quite accommodating and normally visas will be issued in time, but this is not a given. So basic rule is – book, plan and prepare as far in advance as your circumstances will allow. It will not only save you lots of stress, but unnecessary expenses too when it comes to changing dates on air tickets already bought.
But all in all, things always seem to work out and while we all have a few last things to tie up before we say goodbye to 2014, may it be a wonderful time for everyone taking a break. May 2015 be an excellent year for all travellers and their families!
Vanessa Prinsloo
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A little about Rose CowparThis fair dinkum Aussie never imagined herself moving halfway around the world and ending up in beautiful South Africa, yet here I am and loving every minute.
When I was asked to join the G&S Committee I was very flattered and agreed, not ever thinking that within 4 years I would be the very proud President of what I believe is the best amateur company I’ve ever had the privilege to be a part of. My hubby thinks it’s nice that I enjoy my
hobby and I don’t have the heart to tell him that my “real” job as Business Manager of our family pubs, Captain’s Beachfront and Central is more like the hobby – theatre is definitely in my blood thanks to a Dad that shared with me his passion for all things musical!
I host lots of parties for the theatre crowd and the first question everyone asks is “will there be pav?” I think there’d be a mutiny if I didn’t make it so here’s the recipe, just don’t let on how easy it is!
editor’s note: bio has been shortened
This recipe will make one large pavlova for about 6 people or 6 smaller individual pavs.
Oven temperature: 100 – 110CCooking time: 1.45 – 2 hours
INGREDIENTS :
• 3 Egg Whites• ¾ cup Castor Sugar• ½ teaspoon Cornflour• ½ teaspoon Vanilla Essence• ½ teaspoon Vinegar (brown or white
is fine – I use brown as it’s easier to see that it’s all mixed in)
FILLING :
• 1 cup Cream
• Fruit of your choice – I use Strawberries, Blueberries, Kiwifruit, Banana and Grenadilla
METHOD:
Preheat your oven and prepare your baking tray. Cover the tray with foil and either give a liberal coating of Spray and Cook or, even better, grease with Tin Glide available from any baking shop and nothing will stick! Draw a shape onto your tin, either a circle, square or oblong – I usually do a long narrow
pav when multiplying the mix for large groups – then everyone gets some crispy side pieces and the delicious chewy centre.
Beat the egg whites on high until they form stiff peaks. Add the sugar a spoonful at a time and beat well to dissolve each spoonful. Mix in the cornflour into the last spoonful and beat in. If the sugar is not properly mixed in you will get a syrup seeping out around the edges of your pavlova during cooking.
Gently but thoroughly fold in the vanilla essence and vinegar with a spatula making sure not to overwork the meringue.
Working quickly, spread your mixture onto the pan. You can shape it like a cake, a dome or a pie shell shape as preferred. The dome can be hollowed out to put the filling in and the pie shape, my preferred, also holds filling well.
Place in a cool oven for 1½ - 2 hours until the outside has formed a shell that sounds almost hollow when you tap it gently. It will continue to cook a little after you turn off the oven so don’t let it get too dry. Open the oven door to cool it down completely before you try and
remove from the foil.
Serve by filling with whipped cream and decorating with fruit. I usually cut the strawberries into quarters, slice the banana thinly and cut the kiwifruit into quarters lengthwise then slice. Top it off with granadilla. You can add a little icing sugar and vanilla to the cream if you want but I never do.
TRY SOMETHING DIFFERENT!
• You can multiply this mixture up to 18 egg whites without any problems although if making large quantities it is easier to mix 6 eggs at a time to get the right stiffness in the mix.
• Pipe different shapes onto your baking sheet, eg a heart or diamond.
• Make round flat shapes which you can layer and fill with any type of mousse, fridge cheesecake mixture, chocolate or marscarpone plus your cream and fruit.
• Add food colouring – I made a Barbie princess with a doll in the centre surrounded by pink circles for the skirt, filled with fruit and strawberry mousse.
ROSE’S PERFECT AUSSIE PAVLOVA!
THE BAY LIFE RECIPES
The Aurora Recipe book was recently launched and features local people and celebrities sharing their favourite recipes. The cost is R120 and is available from Aurora, their charity shop at 50 Westbourne Road and The 2 Fat Butchers in Walmer. All funds raised from the recipe book will go to the centre. We will be showcasing a few of these recipes throughout the coming year, but highly recommend that you go out and buy yourself a copy. With Christmas fast approaching it would make a perfect gift as well, because you will be giving twice!
THE AURORA SPECIAL CARE CENTRE
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THE BAY LIFE COMMUNITY
Buy local gifts for the holidays and allow artists, crafters & independent retailers to thrive in our city. We’ve showcased a handful of extremely gifted artisans and independent retailers on the next couple of pages, but there are plenty more out there. Check out our What’s On pages to find local craft markets taking place this holiday season and support local as it is very important to provide the opportunity for our creatives to make a living doing what they love.
SUPPORT LOCAL
The smallest Chocolate Shop with the sweetest delights, lovely handcrafted by professional Chocolatiers. We cater for the retail market, functions, corporate gifts, weddings and those special gifts for any occasions
Only the finest chocolate is used to create the truly unique handmade chocolates in 70% or milk chocolate varieties. The chocolates can be purchased to enjoy as a treat to yourself or individualized gifts can be created for your special friends or loved ones.
CONTACT:Raymond or Niki Westraadt 082 307 9332 17 Somerset Street, Richmond HillPort ElizabethWebsite: www.chocolat-gallery.comEmail: [email protected]: www.facebook.com/ChocolatPE
Cupboard Love offers shoppers the opportunity to shop with a conscience and purchase something to be treasured, admired and loved.
As an avid supporter of handmade collectables, the Cupboard Love philosophy centers around bringing local design talent to the fore.
A visit to our quaint cottage in the trendy suburb of Richmond Hill, will leave you inspired, chic, cheery and ready to “spread the love”
CONTACT:17 Somerset Street, Richmond Hill076 626 5815Facebook: www.facebook.com/cupboardlovePE
Cupboard Love
Chocolat
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SUPPORT LOCAL
I retired in 2013 after 43 years’ service in the work environment and opened my Etsy shop the next day
At present my focus is mainly on one-of-a-kind handmade bags. These include tote bags, rucksacks, shoulder bags, duffel bags, travel bag and many more. I have so many ideas of what I want to make that I have a hard time deciding what to do next and am always looking for bright new ideas.
Other than making handmade bags, I also have many regular local customers who make use of my dressmaking services. I can also personalize items and only use the very best embroidery and silk screening services.
CONTACT:Daphne: 082 224 6028Email: [email protected]: www.etsy.com/shop/EverSewNiceFacebook: www.facebook.com/EverSewNiceSelected items available at The Pop Shoppe, Walmer
HEARTFELT DESIGNS was born through my love of designing, creating, making. I don’t stop thinking of new ideas and my brain is constantly ticking! I need to tell myself to slow down sometimes! My best friend and mom joined me this year in May (also a design genius!) and we make a great team!
We try to follow “what’s trending” and keep up with the demands and needs of our customers. Styles are constantly changing and in a shop you need to keep things fresh and interesting. We have a wide range of items from pendants, gifts in jars, clothing, wall art and loads of other fun and unique gifting ideas!
As our business grows so does our passion for it. We are looking forward to even bigger and better things in 2015!
CONTACT:Phone: 0720609597Email: [email protected]: www.facebook.com/heartfeltbakesanddesigns Find us at the Pop Shoppe, 196 Main Road Walmer, PE
Heartfelt Designs
EverSewNice
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SUPPORT LOCAL
I set up my studio at home in 2012 at first just for fun as a hobby. Friends started wanting to buy from me and in 2013 I was asked if I wanted to participate in the Back To Earth Organic Market once a month.My aim is to make pretty, functional items that have a mix and matchy feel and look just handmade enough not to have a mass produced appearance. I never expect them to look absolutely perfect, in fact I don’t want them to. I believe that there is beauty in imperfection. Every item is oven and dishwasher safe.At the moment I’m selling off my Facebook page, at markets and from my studio.
CONTACT:Cell: 074 1802936. www.facebook.com/Little-Sparrow-Ceramics Email: [email protected]
Studio visits by appointment onlyLittle Sparrow Ceramics will be at the market at Father’s House church on the 16th of Dec and at the Walmer Town Hall on the 20th Dec.
The buildings I paint reflect an attitude rather than an image, abandonment and despair, but with reference to hope albeit only in our minds-eye. The starkness of the building in a desolate background will serve as an intense focus on the story behind the lives that drifted through these buildings and not so much as the building itself. Although the buildings are devoid of life the observer is left to draw their own conclusions as to the many stories that the image may evoke in them.
The images may have been born out of my intense appreciation of Surrealism, but the simple approach adopted by artist such as Edward Hopper is a constant driving force in my work.
CONTACT:Raymond or Niki Westraadt 082 307 9332 17 Somerset Street, Richmond Hill, Port ElizabethWebsite: www.chocolat-gallery.com/artEmail: [email protected]: www.facebook.com/ChocolatPE
R. Westraadt
Little Sparrow
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If you are looking to get your heart pumping then Adrenalin Addo, home of Africa’s longest double zip line, is guaranteed to kick start it into action.
Make a day out of it though. Pack a picnic, pile the kids and gran in the car as it has something to offer everyone. The kids will be thrilled with their very own mini zip line and jungle gym in the play area. For those seeking a more tranquil experience, hire a canoe and drift down the Sunday’s River, taking in the scenery and abundant bird life.
The giant swing is the perfect way to prepare yourself for a bungee jump as it mimics that same feeling you get in
your stomach when you are released from 18m up in the air and drop to the ground, only to swing back and forth like a pendulum.
But the main attraction is the double zip line.
The nervous laughter and chatter during the 10 minute hike to the starting platform is soon silenced as you gaze down the 500m long steel cable. The build-up of nerves added to the breathtaking views over the citrus orchards from the platform 60m above the valley, definitely make this an exhilarating ride to remember. For those of you who are wondering how you stop
after zipping through the air at speeds up to 60km per hour, don’t stress, as your zip line comes with its very own state of the art braking system.
Adrenalin Addo is the perfect setting for families, corporate groups and school outings.
Bookings essential.
CONTACT DETAILS:
Telephone: 078 911 1619Email: [email protected]: www.adrenalinaddo.co.zaFacebook: www.facebook.com/adrenalinaddo
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Adrenalin Addoby: Caryn Smith
Photos by CARYN SMITH
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