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November Diary

Liefde by die Dam

Cape Town

Local musos Die Heuwels Fantasties, Francois van Coke, Early B, Arno Carstens, Majozi, Karlien van Jaarsveld, Snotkop and Loki Rothman are performing at this day out on the dam at Meerendal Wine Estate. Bring your own picnic spread and, after the concert, donate your blanket to be distributed to the underprivileged.

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Stellenberg Estate Open Gardens

Cape Town

Admire the expertly designed gardens of this classical Cape Dutch homestead in Kenilworth. One of the many beautiful features is the walled garden, originally a tennis court

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