Saturday March 27, 2010
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This March there will be a reading explosion of spectacular proportions. Exclusive Books will be filled with mountains of books to read and a month-long Children’s festival jam-packed with amazing interactive events.
On every Saturday in March, Exclusive Books stores will host the likes of Mafutha the Elephant, Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief, Spot, Stick Man, Babalela and Otto.
The programme is fizz-bang full of delicious fun. Learn about Maverick Science and experience Cressida Cowell’s How to Train Your Dragon. Don’t miss the music and dance show “Fanatic Jazz Playground” or “Fantastic Football” where kids can learn the “Diski Dance”, South Africa’s celebration and welcome dance to all the nations who will be visiting our beautiful country.
For more information about the programme of events and the participating stores, contact your nearest Exclusive Books store or visit the website: www.exclusivebooks.com to see the full programme.
- Location: Exclusive Books V&A Waterfront
- Time: 10am
- Organiser Contact: 021 4190905
- Venue Contact: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Gigs For Kids
An interactive theatrical production for children between the ages of 2 – 10 years old. Educational and fun, with prizes and give-aways to be won! This is an event not to be missed.
The show allows children to explore the magical world of music, by participating, making music and moving around. This is an exciting way for children to develop an interest for music, theatre and art.
- Location: V&A Waterfront
- Time: 09h30 -11h30
- Organiser Contact: 021 422 5651
- Venue Contact: 021 408 7600
Porter Estate Produce Market
Fresh farm produce and delicious foods to sample, entertainment for children and a nice outing for the whole family!
- Location: Chrysalis Grounds, Tokai
- Time: 9am-1pm (weather permitting)
- Organiser Contact: http://www.pepmarket.co.za
Spot’s Birthday!
Spot the little yellow dog is having his birthday and would love for you to come and join in the fun. Spot the lovable dog created by Eric Hill, comes to live at the Book Lounge, well for today anyway. Definitely a ‘paw print’ day!
- Hosted by: The Book Lounge
- Location: The Book Lounge, 71 Roeland Street
- Time: 11am
- Organiser Contact: 021 4622425
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Shell Craft Day
Turn your seashells into magical gardens, decorative ornaments or wild animals at Noordhoek Farm Village this Saturday. These treasures from the sea will be transformed into decorative art or gifts using the natural beauty, colours, shapes and patterns from our coastline. Kids could start their own beachcombing hobby at home.
- Location: The Bandstand, Noordhoek Farm Village
- Time: 10h30 - 12h30
- Organiser Contact: 021 7892812
- Venue Contact: http://www.noordhoekvillage.co.za
The Ugly Duckling & other stories
“THE UGLY DUCKLING and Other Stories”. - The Ugly Duckling, The Kings New Clothes and The Princess and the Swineherd , are three magical stories by the Danish ‘weaver of dreams’, Hans Christian Anderson. Filled with colourful characters, this stage adaptation sticks closely to the original fairytales. All three stories have wonderful lessons to be learnt: Don’t be judgmental (Ugly Duckling) – an ugly duckling can turn into a beautiful swan, don’t be greedy (Princess and the Swineherd) and don’t be foolish (The kings new clothes). This show is a fairytale classic for the whole family and the duration of the show is 45 minutes.
- Location: Baxter Theatre Centre, Rondebosch
- Time: 10h30 and 12pm
- Organiser Contact: 021 5582650
- Venue Contact: 021 6857880

