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Lifestyle:
Show your Mum some Love |
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Be it breakfast in bed, a concert at the zoo or a meal at a restaurant, Mother's Day is the time to thank all our moms. Go on, she deserves it.
Mother's Day is quickly approaching and there are a ton of things that one can do to make her day. I mean, she did give birth to you for G-d's sake. So, do her a favour and yourself one as well - you'll feel better about yourself - and treat your Mum to something different over this time of the year. Now, keep in mind the weather hasn't been as pleasant as well all like it to be and if your Mum is as croaky as my own mother is, maybe try to keep to the indoor activities. But, if she is as "strong as an ox" and is feeling adventurous, there are many things you'll be able to par-take in this Mother's Day. |
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Theatre
Mothers get to experience the show for FREE...yes...for FREE!!!
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The Victory Theatre is having a Rocky Horror Picture Show special - all mothers can watch the show for free on the day - How great is that? Although, if you'd like to treat your Mum to the show, booking is essential - all bookings can be made via the following telephone line: 011 728 9603 - so if Theatre seems like is up "your Mum's alley", then make that booking and get on down to The Victory Theatre for this great show!
With great local actors and performers:
Brendan van Rhyn as Frank'n'furter
Tamara Dey as Magenta
Ryan Flynn as Brad and
Lyall Ramsden as Riff Raff
The Victory Theatre is on Louis Botha Avenue, in Houghton.
More information: 011 728 9603
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Concert at The Zoo
The Johannesburg Festival Orchestra will be performing at The Johannesburg City Zoo this Mother's Day which gives you and "the mash" the perfect opportunity to enjoy some of the Autumn sun while you relax on a set of blankets and cushions of your choice - they'd be your own - no seating will be arranged so make sure you bring your own please - The Orchestra will be performing some of the golden oldies and a wide variety of classics.
Soloists include Thabo Mdluli, Sisters Sentimental and Nicholas Nicholaidis, to name a few.
The Concert at the Zoo is supposedly a choice favourite among local Joburgers and the concert seems to be well received from both parties - the organizers as well as the attendees. The concert is set to begin at 9am and runs until 3pm; entrance for everyone is R21-00 a person.
The Johannesburg Zoo is in Upper Park Drive, Forest Town.
More information: Sandra Hlungwani - 011 646 2000 ext. 225
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The Concert at The Zoo
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The Botanical Gardens
The Walter Sisulu National Botanical Gardens
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On Mother's Day, there is also a concert at the Walter Sisulu National Botanical Gardens in Roodepoort, featuring Jannie Moolman and violinist Annake de Villiers, the pianist Devereaux van der Hovena and guitarist Jean Oosthuizen.
The concert is set to be one of the highlights for the day and should not be missed if you are looking for something exceptional to do during the hours of the day.
Your best option is to bring along a great big blanket, spread yourselves out on the lawns and enjoy the "sun" - hopefully - and simply take in the sights and sounds of the Gardens themselves.
Entrance:
R20 each - Adults
R10 each - Students (with valid student cards)
R7 each - Learners
R2 each - Pre-school groups.
Botanical Society members who bring along their valid membership cards can get in free, as can children under the age of six.
More information:
Karen Carstens - 011 958 0529
If picnicking is "not your cup-o-tea", The Botanical Gardens are equipped with a stunning restaurant which will be running a great Mother's Day special - The Eagle's Fare Restaurant will be running a special Mother's Day buffet lunch from noon.
The buffet is R110 a head for adults, R55 a head for children under the age of 12 and R15 a head for children under the age of five. Please remember as with all specials happening on Mother's Day...booking is essential, so get calling!
More information: (The Eagle's Fare Restaurant)
011 958 2381 or 083 414 9843
The Walter Sisulu National Botanical Gardens are in Malcolm Road, Roodepoort - 011 958 1750/1.
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Brunch, Lunch or Dinner
The Piccolo Mondo Restaurant
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Now, if you're interested in something slightly more formal and structured, the Piccolo Mondo Restaurant in Sandton City is offering a Mothers' Day special. the special includes set menus boasting 5 course meals on each menu. The overall setting of the restaurant is very formal and sometimes, that could be highly appealing for the more mature and classical "lady in your life". - Relax...I'm not implying she's old...merely educated in the ways of time and experience.
Don't be thrown off by appeal of the set menu, the choices are extremely varied as the meals range from an old English style breakfast to elegant salmon dishes, fantastic main meals such as shellfish and lamb to intricate desserts...how does the sound of cheese mousse or Lindt bitter chocolate fondant tickle your taste buds?
Breakfast is R175 per head for adults and R85 per head for children under the age of 12. Lunch is R255 per head for adults and R100 per head for children under the age of 12.
The Hyatt Regency Hotel is also focusing on brunch. Entertainment will be laid on and each mother will receive a gift.
The meal costs R230 for adults and R70 for children under the age of 12. The Hyatt Regency is located on the corner of Bierman and Oxford roads in Rosebank, remember to find safe, secure parking.
More information: Vanessa Andrews - 011 280 1201.
AND just as an additive, there is a concert happening on Sandton Square - Performed by a quartet, it will feature a selection of classical works, as well as original material by David Houghton.
The quartet consists of:
David Houghton
Peter de Wet on guitar
Magda de Vries on marimba
Godfrey Mcgina on percussion
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With all of these options, there is no excuse for not making an effort to treat "your Mash" to something special this Mother's Day. Planning is essential so remember that if you are planning on taking "your ol'lady" for dinner, lunch or brunch...make a booking, and make it now...!
The opportunity comes but once a year to show your Mother how much you truly care and appreciate what she has done for you throughout your life.
Enjoy in whatever you decide to do and REMEMBER...Mother's know best!
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Writer, David Alves 
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