Children under 6 years do not require a concert ticket for the kirstenbosch summer sunset concerts. Cape town s book lounge is perhaps the cosiest and most iconic bookstore. The insider guide to open book festival 2016 traveller24. Top bookshops in cape town new and secondhand books. Literature event in cape town, south africa by book lounge and nbuitgewerspublishers on thursday, april 11 2019.
Cape town, south africa networking events eventbrite. Get ideas for what you can do with your dad this fathers day. Live streaming from various stages at the cape town international jazz festival, saturday 29 march. The hottest new hotels in cape town telegraph travel. Related to bok lounge, brackenfell restaurants in cape town, cape town restaurants, brackenfell restaurants, best brackenfell restaurants, northern suburbs restaurants, pub in cape town, pub near me, pub in brackenfell, new year parties in cape town, christmas special in cape town restaurants around brackenfell kraaifontein restaurants. Open book festival at the fugard theatre is an annual literary festival, the first of which happened in 2011. Alternatively, you can just buy a normal ticket to the event and make your own way there secure parking is available at the venue.
Wednesday 7 september 10 am the fugard theatre, district six. Cape town central tourism cape town central hotels cape town central bed and breakfast. Open book festival was one of the best literary experiences ive ever had not only because it took place in the gorgeous cape town, but because of my exposure to a plethora of talented south african authors. Book tickets for zombie festival 2016 south africa. The fugard theatre, district six homecoming centre and the book lounge in cape town. Just click on the image or the month in the gallery below to get in depth info and see whats on in cape town in the respective month. Work together to create more, beautiful african storybooks in just 12 hours. Book launch and reading in event space check out tripadvisor members 56,182 candid photos and videos of ubuntu wellness centre. The launch of michelle hattingh s inspirational memoir, this event will see hattingh in conversation with jen thorpe, the celebrated author of the peculiars, at the book lounge on thursday, 28 april 2016 at 5.
However, from 27 to 30 october 2016, it will also be the proud host venue to the annual cape town flower show, which is popular amongst gardening enthusiasts and those who simply enjoy the outdoors alike. The best may events in cape town 2019 the inside guide. This concert is a picnic style concert, so bring a blanket and a picnic basket. The top floor is your usual book shop, but the lower section has a nice lounge, coffee shop and kids book section. Heres our pick of where to go and what to do in may 2019. Cape town flower show event in cape town central, cape town. They are for the most part within walking distance of each other.
Another unexpected treat was an original poetry reading by tracey heeger whose inspirational work documented the angst and hope of south africas evolution and emergence. Launched in 2016, the jozi books and blogs festival is an annual literary. While venues across the city are getting involved, a lot of the main action will take place at city hall in the cbd. The expat cape town events calendar for 2019 will give you an overview of the best events in cape town for every month with lots of information and links to the event organizer. Find groups in cape town about book club and meet people in your local community who share your interests. Explore our western cape events and festivals calendar to see which popular festivals or events are taking place during your planned visit to the western cape. Zombie walk cape town 2016 official after party is here and its happening at madison avenue cape town.
Book launch and reading in event space picture of ubuntu. Built in the 19th century, the architectural style is a mixture of cape dutch and georgian, a result of the areas diverse cultural heritage. It is the first literary fair to be held on the cape flats in cape town. The book lounge is hosting a mini easter egg hunt inside their store on easter saturday the book lounge is giving kids a special treat this easter. All kirstenbosch concerts take place irrespective of rain. Save the date for the launch of state of the nation 2016.
Mandates, accountability and contestations in south africa the publication is edited by daniel plaatjies, charles hongoro, margaret chitigamabugu. Teen pride social event at the book lounge cape towns. Looking for cape town international airport lounges. Whether youre a local, new in town, or just passing through, youll be sure to find something on eventbrite that piques your interest. Book fairs and literary festivals are held throughout south africa each year to promote literacy. The fugard theatre is the hub of the festival and the open book team will be there for the duration.
Four south african comics creators will be painting the book lounge s window in honour of the open book comics fest, which will be taking place at the book lounge, the fugard, and other venues around the city from 7 to 11 september 2016. And you sit, drinking your beverage of choice, in a plush armchair, surrounded by bookshelves. View all attractions near the book lounge on tripadvisor. Verushka louw from the book lounge on roeland street in cape town will interview the authors, after which there will be an acoustic performance by mr. Join us for the launch of the latest harmony high title. Book a lounge pass with fhr and swap the crowded main departure with the comfort of one of our executive lounges. Apr 27, 2019 the east side of cape town is an interesting place to walk around. The books they created together are their gift to the world, and can be freely printed and distributed by anyone. This trendy cocktail bar and lounge is a landmark on the camps bay promenade. Download the programme here or collect your printed copy at the book lounge. The hubs will once again be the fugard theatre, the district 6 museum homecoming centre and muchloved indie bookshop, the book lounge. Events will be happening at several venues in cape town. The book lounge cape town easter in cape town cape. Ending off our featured september events in cape town for 2016, we have the muchanticipated fringe festival.
If youre looking for something really special, a 5star hotel in cape town can on average be found for. Find out which authors will be at the 2019 open book festival in cape town. Calendars online and print friendly for any year and month. Occurring in march, the weeklong event hosts writers from south africa, africa and. We have a fantastic selection of local and international entertainment acts at grandwest. Hosted by teens for teens, this social event is the perfect place for anyone in the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning and intersexuality lgbtqi community. The event is free to attend and takes place at the book lounge from 5. This video should dust off your idea of the library news24 news 24.
Cape town couples and singles party 03 sep 2016 20. Use our events section for an uptodate overview of happenings in cape town. Cape town international airport lounges executive airport. A n insiders guide to the best festivals and events in cape town, including the rewind 80s music festival, the cape town art fair and the cape argus cycle tour. The book lounge events and concerts in cape town the. Weaving stories of food through the lens of place and space zayaan khan explores the political natures of food, land and space, of access, resilience and mobility. The cape town cycle tour, formerly known as the cape argus cycle tour is an internationallyrenowned bike race in its 43rd year. The book lounge in cape town, south africa sight map, attraction information, photo and list of walking tours containing this attraction. View the book lounge s upcoming event schedule and profile cape town, wc. Not only a popular sporting event for cyclists, it is a tourist attraction that sees an annual boom in the industry around the western cape. The popular open book festival was founded by the book lounge, and continues to be a much anticipated event in the south african literary. Passionate staff, great coffee and fantastic books. Join us for the launch of the latest harmony high title taking chances at the book lounge with deon meyer by angela on feb 12th, 2016 tweet upcoming author. Upcoming events and entertainment in cape town at grandwest.
The kirstenbosch concerts are completely nonsmoking events. This video should dust off your idea of the library. Having arrived in cape town five months ago, i had a strong yearning to uncover what literary spots the mother city had to offer. On saturday 5 march 2016, teams of professional writers, illustrators and designers gathered at cape town s centre for the book to create beautiful childrens books in just twelve hours. The open book festival is in cape town western cape.
Find out which authors will be at the 2019 open book festival in. Grab a hot cuppa at these cool coffee spots around cape town. May 03, 2017 a n insiders guide to the best festivals and events in cape town, including the rewind 80s music festival, the cape town art fair and the cape argus cycle tour. Apr 27, 2020 looking for networking events in cape town. Johannesburg to zanzibar, tanzania south african airways shongololo lounge duration. Open book festival 5 september archives open book festival. You will also be able to buy tickets for events directly from webtickets box office in the fugard foyer for the duration of the festival. Keep checking in for details on upcoming events in cape town. The event will showcase the best of the 80s and 90s music with a lineup featuring good hope fms much loved djs ready d, gareth b, dr. Best book of 2016, a buzzfeed best literary debuts of 2016, among others. The annual open book festival will run from 17 21 september 2014 at various locations around cape town. Its situated on a corner in the citys east city district, and the passionate staff are always willing to lend their insights and opinions.
Get offline map and directions using our gpsmycity selfguided walking tours app for your mobile device. From the cape town festival of beer to synergy live, wine festivals, book festivals, music festivals, charity events, sporting. The stores inviting atmosphere and eclectic selection of books will keep you occupied and relaxed for hours on end, and. Venues for the event include hosts the book lounge and the fugard theatre as. May 2019 edition cape town 4 5 may 2019 riebeek valley olive festival 2019 riebeek valley 17 19 may 2019. There will be an easter egg hunt throughout the store as well as reading of really good tales. One of cape towns most endearing little shops is the book lounge on the corner of roeland street, just down the road from parliament. Cape town central tourism cape town central hotels cape town central bed and breakfast cape town central vacation rentals. Live streaming from various stages at the cape town international jazz festival. Nov 15, 2016 here are things to do, bookstores to visit and other awesome literary spots for book lovers visiting or residing in cape town.
One of the places you might come across is the book lounge. Ill be talking about my books at the book lounge in cape town. Summer is just about here, and that means plenty of fabulous november events in cape town. See details of restaurants, bars, lounges and other venues that regularly host jazz musos and bands, and indulge the senses while indulging the palate. Hsrc press is proud to invite you to the launch of its flagship title release, state of the nation 2016. We know there are so many more, so tell us about your favourite venue in the comments or reach out to us on facebook or twitter.
Mar 31, 2016 read on for our pick of 10 of the best event venues in cape town. The mother of all cities is hotting up with a festive lineup of cool events. Aficionados of jazz will be delighted with this wellselected listing of all the finest jazz spots and jazz events in and around cape town. The book lounge and the fugard theatre are happy to bring south african literature fundis the sixth edition of the open book festival, a means for various members of the local and international literary scene, from famous to emerging writers, to connect. Alva noto covers the cures a forest the noton boss has released a beatless version of the gothic rock masterpiece, which turns 40 this year. Zombie festival 2016 zombie walk 2016 after party join us for cape town s biggest halloween party. Chessboards, dvds, a coffee shop and ipad lounge form part of cape town s most popular library. Book clubs, author readings and workshops will take place at various venues around cape town including the fugard theatre and the book lounge there is something for every type of book. The book lounge coffee shop is tiny more of a counter than anything, and there isnt a whole lot of room to sit down to drink, which makes it even more attractive there are never loads of people to have to fight for space with. Cape town international jazz festival, saturday 29 march. Venues for the festival event include the fugard theatre, district six homecoming centre and the book lounge in cape town. Thanks to woolworths for sponsoring this one of a kind event, and for workshop 17 at the watershed for hosting us. Theres an incredible 140 exciting events at this years open book festival which runs 6 to 10 september at the book lounge, the fugard theatre and other.
Book lounge cape town book launch evenings cape town. Afghanamerican nadia hashimi, and cape town s very own andrew brown. Open book 2016 additional events and changes open book. Read on for our pick of 10 of the best event venues in cape town. The castle of good hope is usually shrouded in history and a tranquil sense of utter south african heritage. On 19 november 2016, book dash alumni from across south africa came to cape town.
Sorry, there are no tours or activities available to book online for the dates you selected. Their reading lounge is reason enough to go hang out there, but they also host regular readings by new and established authors. The city of cape town, open society foundation, pan macmillan, nb publishers. We would like to show you a description here but the site wont allow us. The book lounge should be a first stop for any book lover who visits cape town for a variety of reasons. Check the bravo lounge calendar to make sure you dont miss out on mossel bays best events. May 2019 events 29 april 5 may 2019 afrikaburn 2019 tankwa karoo 1 5 may 2019 decorex cape town 2019 cape town 2 may 2019 first thursday. Covid19 advisory for the health and safety of meetup communities, were advising that all. Cape town events calendar 2019 best events in cape town. From sporting events to food and wine fairs, the western cape is host to a multitude of festivals that take place all year round. Attend book events and buy books at the book lounge.
Best entertainment the funky buddha paarl, south africa. Open book festival cape town travel cape town tourism. The stores inviting atmosphere and eclectic selection of books. And you sit, drinking your beverage of choice, in a. Shimmy beach club, cape town s premier venue, is set to host good hope fms kinky afro party on 29 april 2016.
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