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) religious Westering Methodist Church: Will have a second-hand clothing sale on the corner of Papenkuils and Clarence Street on February 1 from 09:00. Contact the office at 041 360 7171.

Die Gemeentes van Christus Familiekerk: Die gemeente by Smartstraat 3 in Sydenham se dienste vind elke Sondag om 09:00 en 18:30 plaas. Hulle het ook ’n oggend-biduur elke Dinsdag om 10:00 en ’n gemeente-biduur elke Woensdag om 19:00. Kontak dgvcsydenham@gmail.com.

Grace Church: Presents the Grace Doctrine series at 59 5th Avenue, Newton Park, every Sunday at 09:00. For more info contact 041 367 1000.

) clubs Voetsac Hiking Club: Will go on an easy 12km hike from Kini Bay to Fishermans Hut on Saturday, January 26, at a cost of R5. Contact Ferdi Prince at 083 261 2977. They will also go on a more difficult 14km hike at Groendal swim through, at a cost of R62. Contact 041 368 3761.

Dias Quilters’ Guild: Will have their first meeting of the year at Victoria Park Grey Primary School in First Avenue, Walmer, on Saturday, January 26 at 14:00. Visitors are welcome. Entry is R15 for members and R20 for visitors. Contact Nicolette at 084 506 4493.

University of the Third Age (U3A): Will have a meeting in the Newton Park Library Auditorium on Tuesday, January 29 at 10:00. The guest speaker will be local author, Lesley Smailes, who will speak about her book, “Cult Sister”. Entry is R20 for visitors. Contact 041 583 1568.

) support groups Thand’usana Babies’ Safe Home: Will have their annual general meeting in the foyer of the Newton Park Methodist Church, on January 31 at 17:30. All are welcome. RSVP by January 29 to info@thandusana.co.za.

AACL Charity Shop: The Bargain Box charity shop, in support of the Animal Anti-Cruelty League, is in need of donations of household items, such as clothing, jewellery, books and linen. The shop is located in 9th Avenue Shopping Centre, Walmer. It is open on weekdays from 09:00 to 16:00 and Saturdays from 09:00 to 12:00. Collection can be arranged. Contact 041 581 2852.

Animal Welfare Society (PE): The Wagtails Charity Shops in Walmer and Newton Park, on behalf of the Animal Welfare Society PE, are in need of support. Consider donating any unwanted/unused quality clothing, shoes, bric-a-brac and other household items. Furniture is also welcome. Collection can be arranged for large items. Proceeds go towards caring for homeless animals at the AWS Shelter. Contact 060 518 0149.

) general Coega Project Community Town Hall: Nelson Mandela Bay community organisations are invited to attend an information and engagement session hosted by Oiltanking Grindrod Calulo (PTY) Ltd at The Courtyard Hotel in Summerstrand on Friday, January 25 from 11:00 to 13:00. Registration is limited to two persons per organisation and closes today, January 23. RSVP with coegaproject@oiltanking.com.

Art Exhibition: Presented by GFI Art Gallery, The Creative Block is taking place at 30 Park Drive until Saturday, January 26. Each artwork represents one of the more than 250 participating artists’ stories, subject matter and style. They are open weekdays from 10:00 to 16:00 and on Saturdays from 10:00 to 13:00. Contact 041 586 3973.

Saturday Boot Sale: The Knights of Da Gama will have a Saturday boot sale at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church Grounds in Cape Road, Kabega Park, on January 26. There will be crafts, home industry, bric-a-brac, clothes, books, food and much more. Proceeds go to charity. Gates open at 06:00 for sellers and 07:00 for the public. All are welcome. Contact Duncan Taft at 083 357 2238.

Sards Market In The Park: The first birthday edition of the outdoor farmers’ market will take place at Sards Bark Park in Sardinia Bay Road on January 26 from 09:00 to 14:00. Vendors will offer arts and crafts, fresh and organic foods and kids’ activities. There will also be PE food trucks, bubble soccer, live music and much more. Visit the Sards Market in the Park Facebook page.

WESSA Algoa Bay Branch: Will have their monthly Walk with a Purpose Beach Clean-Up at King’s Beach on Saturday, January 26 from 09:30 to 10:30. Meet at the end of the concrete path between the grass open space and the King’s Beach Surf Lifesaving Clubhouse. Bring water, hats, sunscreen and gloves. Contact 082 775 8816.

Re-Seconds Market: Will take place at the Walmer Town Hall on Sunday, January 27 from 09:00 to 14:00. More than 150 stalls will be selling clothing, food, fresh produce, home decor, furniture, antique collectibles, jewellery and much more. There will be live music. Stalls are free for charities. Entry is free to the public. Contact 083 588 5823.

Art in the Park: Will take place at St George’s Park on Sunday, January 27. There will be arts and crafts, bric-a-brac, food stalls and the EP Dog’s Association. Contact 082 257 4691.

) entertainment Friends Meet Friends: A golden oldies event will take place at the Malabar Hall on Saturday, January 26 from 20:00. Entry is R40. Music will be provided by DJ ManoZay. Bring your own xyz.