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Forthcoming events over the next two weeks

Fuller details and later events below. Events are in Harare unless stated otherwise.

HIFA 2001

Join hifAmigos now (closing date 25 March)

DANCE
MUSIC

Phoenix and Harare Male Voice choirs @ Hellenic Club (25–27 March)
NIAA Vocal and Instrumental Festival (to 26 March)
Dream Lover @ Reps (to 26 March)
Book Café & Mannenberg (to 26 March)
Retro @ La Finca (30 March)
Marden Singers Easter concert (1 & 2 April)
Celebrity Subscription Concert @ Harare International School (3 April)

Performing Arts Bulawayo [PAB] and the Academy [Bulawayo]

Lawrence of Arabia (24 & 25 March)
Andrew Sherwood (violin), Jeanette Micklem (piano) (29 March)
Downton Abbey (31 March, 7 & 14 April)
P.D.Q.Bach: The Abduction of Figaro (1 April)
iThemba (2 April)

FINE ART & EXHIBITIONS

Lynde Francis Trust exhibition (21 March)
The Landscape in All Seasons @ Gallery Delta (to 23 March)
Exhibitions @ National Gallery, Harare (March)
Exhibition and auction @ National Gallery, Harare (19– 25 March)

DRAMA, THEATRE & SPOKEN WORD

Carl Joshua Ncube @ ZGS (25 March)
Humble Boy @ Reps Theatre Upstairs (24 March – 2 April)

FILM
CRAFT FAIRS & OTHER FAIRS

Beautiful Things from the City of Kings (26–27 March)
Food and Book Fair @ Doon Estate (26 March)

WORKSHOPS & COURSES
CLUBS & SOCIETIES

Tree Society (26 March)
Mountain Club of Zimbabwe (26 March)
BirdLife Zimbabwe (BLZ) Mashonaland (27 March)

CLASSIFIEDS: ARTY THINGS WANTED OR FOR SALE

Arty wrought-iron stuff @ Totem Shumba

EVENTS OUTSIDE ZIMBABWE

FUTURE FESTIVALS – 2011
NIAA Vocal and Instrumental Festival: 7–26 March <mailto:niaa@yoafrica.com>
Harare International Festival of the Arts (Hifa): 26 April – 1 May <info@hifa.co.zw>
NIAA Speech and Drama Festival: 30 May – 15 June <mailto:niaa@yoafrica.com>
International Images Film Festival for Women (IIFF): 18–26 November (Harare); 1–3 December (Bulawayo) <mailto:wfoz@mango.zw>

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FORTHCOMING EVENTS

HIFA 2001

Join hifAmigos now (closing date 25 March)
HIFA invites Zimbabweans everywhere to ENGAGE - with one another, with communities, with artists and artistic expression, with our multi-cultural, multi-lingual society, get involved, and CELEBRATE. Celebrate our country, our strong, resilient people, our extraordinarily talented artists, our culture and our creativity.
As a hifAmigo you enjoy preferential early booking, discounts on all tickets, entry to the festive Rooney's Green Room where you can rub shoulders with the stars, and more.
Categories - Junior Amigo age 5-12, Young Amigo age 13-19, General Amigo age 20-59, Concessionary Amigo age 60 and up.
Troubadour Amigos (age 19 and up) pay a higher subscription and enjoy even more benefits - free entrance to ALL Telecel Main Stage Shows with Guaranteed Priority Seating there, Priority Queuing at specified venues, the first day of Box Office opening for Troubadour Amigos ONLY, a dedicated Troubadour Counter at Box Offices through the Festival, 20% discount on two tickets for all shows, and more.
For full details of the benefits in each category, and to join, visit The Wendy House, 22 Natal Rd, Avondale, Mon to Fri 09.30 -16.00, Sat 9.30 to 12.30, or email hifAmigos at <mailto:amigos@hifa.co.zw> for information and soft copy forms.
HIFA 2011 - 26 April to 1 May - The Engagement Party

DANCE

Dance workshops @ Harry Margolis Hall (15–20 April)
Pascal Hulin and Melanie Oster (both well-known accomplished dancers from Europe) will be in Harare in the second half of April 2011 (school holidays). Pascal will conduct workshops in tap, and Melanie will conduct workshops in jazz and hip-hop.
Beginners and Experienced Dancers of all ages are welcome
Where: Harry Margolis Hall, Lezard Ave, Milton Park, Harare
When: 15, 16, 18, 19, 20 April, 9.30 - 11am and 11.30am - 1pm
Cost: $10 per workshop
For more information, phone Mitzi Carruthers on 0772-268930
Show: On Thursday, 21 April, at 7pm at the Harry Margolis Hall - $10 Entrance

MUSIC

Phoenix and Harare Male Voice choirs @ Hellenic Club (25–27 March)
Prior to departing for their 2011 UK tour, Phoenix and Harare Male Voice choirs present pre-tour concerts at Hellenic Club
on Friday, 25 March and Saturday, 26 March at 6.30. for 7.00 p.m.
and on Sunday, 27 March at 11.30 a.m. for 12.00 noon.
Booking – Tuesday to Friday 11.00 to 14.00 from 15 March, at Hellenic Club, Eastlea.
Tickets $20.00, including 3-course meal.
Enquiries: tel. 0712-430 106.

NIAA Vocal and Instrumental Festival (to 26 March)
Venues: Prince Edward School Music Centre and Harare International School
Over 1400 entries have been received - candidates will be adjudicated in ethno musicology - marimbas, mbiras and vocal; Western music : vocals - solo, duets, ensembles and choirs; instrumentals - piano, strings, woodwind, bands and orchestras.
Support Zimbabwe's youth.
Tickets available at the door.
More details on the programme from National Institute of Allied Arts: Tel. : 702989 (answer-phone), <mailto:niaa@yoafrica.com>

Dream Lover @ Reps (to 26 March)
A musical revue featuring 28 hits from four Hall of Fame singer-songwriters, Neil Sedaka, Connie Francis, Bobby Darin and Carole King
presented by a cast of 35 singers and dancers including Nikki Ziehl – Dean Jones – Innocent Museve – Storm Whitaker – Faith Ganyau – Andre Breytenbach and many more, plus the June Cloete Dancers
It's a toe-tapping show brimming with talent and great music.
Reps Theatre main stage, to Saturday, 26 March (performances 7pm each day except Sunday and Monday
Plus additional matinee performances: Sat Mar 26 at 2.30pm.
Discounts for Reps members, HIFAmigos, Ballantyne Park Spar Card holders and InnSider Card holders at all performances.
Discounts for pensioners at selected performances – check with the box office.
Advance booking now open at The Spotlight (open Mon-Fri 9am to 4pm, Sat 9am to 12noon – tel 308159).
Gala night: Sat Mar 25 – B S Leon Home

Book Café & Mannenberg (to 26 March)
Fife Avenue Shopping Mall (upstairs), cnr. Fife Ave. / 6th Street, Harare (access upstairs parking from 6th St)
Tel. 0914 435 272; e-mail: <mailto:pamberit@gmail.com>, Website: <http://www.zimbabwearts.org>

BOOK CAFÉ
MON 21, 6pm, BOOK CAFÉ OPEN MIC – All artists welcome!
TUE 22, 8pm, KUDZAI SEVENZO, featuring tunes from her new album 'Child of Afrika'
WED 23, 5.30pm, Discussion: INTERNATIONAL THEATRE INSTITUTE – ZIMBABWE CENTRE - The development of theatre in Zimbabwe: The role of policy and theatre associations. Speakers: Elton Mjanana and Tennford Chitanana, chaired by Patience Tavengwa. All welcome.
WED 23, 8pm, AFRO BLAZE, a new generation of afro fusion
THU 24, 5.30-7pm, LITERARY DISCUSSION: "BOOKS BY WOMEN THAT HAVE MADE A DIFFERENCE". Guest speakers: Dr. Lisa Maria Burgess Noudehou and Bella Matambanadzo. The discussion will be preceded by readings and poetry recitals – Celebrating International Women's Month! FREE, All welcome
THU 24, 8pm, COMEDY NIGHT WITH MICHAEL K, A Return to Madness!
FRI 25, 5.30pm, MACINTOSH JERAHUNI: Mbira by 'The Peacemaker'
FRI 25, 8pm, NYAMASVISVA NeMAWUNGIRA ENHARIRA – mbira magic from Harare's legendary mbira ensemble
SAT 26, 2-5pm, BOOK CAFÉ MUSIC FACTORY - Celebrating Women's History Month, featuring Azania, Savannah Afro's & Chiedza Heri
SAT 26, 5.30-7pm, SUNSETS jazz band – featuring guest artist uZANELE
SAT 26, 8pm, MOKOOMBA (Vic Falls) - Fresh afro fusion from the People of the Great River

THE MANNENBERG JAZZ CLUB AND RESTAURANT
TUE 22, 7.30pm, BONGO LOVE, Back on the Mannenberg stage with their unique African flavour, after their US tour
WED 23, 6pm, FREE FILM SCREENING – All welcome!
WED 23, 9pm, MICINITY – Lovers Rock Reggae: Weddy Weddy Wednesday!
THU 24, 9pm, DUDU'S GUEST LIST – A world class afro-jazz adventure with DUDU MANHENGA & COLOR BLU, and Dudu's special guest PENNY YON
FRI 25, 9pm, TANGA WEKWA SANDO – Township Jazz by veteran musicians
SAT 26, 5 pm, BLACK BERRY JAZZ – Calling all cool cats. The jazz is back! Black berry play their launch gig.
SAT 26, 9pm, TRANSIT CREW – Roots Rock Reggae: Bigger Tings Ah Gwaan!
SUN 27, 7-10pm, Acoustic Sunday Social – wind down the weekend with ANDY BROWN

THE ARTS FACTORY @ The Book Café – Books and CDs of Zimbabwean artists.
All proceeds from sales go direct to artists/publishers. Opens Mon-Fri 9am-5pm and Sat 9am-1pm.

Retro @ La Finca (30 March)
Retro, clarinet and piano duo combining the talents of John Kelly and Annette Eastwood, presents a series of five themed mini-concerts, the first of which takes place on 30 March at La Finca Spanish restaurant, Nyangare Tsungo Road (off Rolfe Avenue, Borrowdale).
The 2011 season of Musical Flavours will present a different theme each time, starting with a selection of classics from South America and Spain, from Albeniz to Herb Alpert, and Spanish cuisine.
Tickets, $35 single, include a welcoming cocktail and canapes, and a full tapas buffet after the concert in La Finca's Mediterranean courtyard, under the stars. Cash Bar. Dress: Spanish. A percentage of the takings will be donated to the ZSPCA.
A mid-week event, it begins at 6.30 for 7pm. Tickets available from 14 March through Piu Mosso Music - tel 304298, Rolfe Valley Gym, or Annette Eastwood cell no. 0774 108427.

Marden Singers Easter concert (1 & 2 April)
The Marden Singers are pleased to present a programme of contemplative sacred music for Easter, featuring Gabriel Faure's Messe Basse and John Stainer's The Crucifixion.
Friday, 1 April at 7 pm in Arundel School Chapel, Mount Pleasant, Harare.
Saturday, 2 April at 3 pm in the Dutch Reformed Church, Samora Machel Avenue, central Harare (with secure parking).
The concert features outstanding Zimbabwean performers and is conducted by Choir Director Margot Dennis and accompanied by the country's leading organist Ruth Chard.
Tickets cost $10, which includes refreshments (concessionary pricing is available - enquire on arrival).
Contact <mailto:rosie@wildimaginings.net> if you need further information.

Celebrity Subscription Concert @ Harare International School (3 April)
Announces its second concert of the 2011 season. Sunday, 3 April at 4 pm at the HIS auditorium.
Please note that this will be an extra concert, for which tickets have to be bought, also by Celebs members with the exception of Red Carpet members.
Andrew Sherwood, violin; Jeanette Micklem, piano
Tickets at US$ 10.00 each at The Spotlight and the Hall on the day from 3.45 pm.

Andrew Sherwood, born in Kenya and brought up in Zimbabwe, started violin studies as a teenager with the legendary Leo Birsen.
After his studies for violin and composition at the Royal College of Music he taught briefly in Bulawayo before returning to Britain where he joined the orchestra at Covent Garden, also freelancing with many British orchestras.
He has travelled extensively in Eastern Europe, the United States, the Far East and Africa. Teaching has always been an imported part of his professional life and he had been Professor of Violin at Trinity College of Music for 20 years.
During this visit to Zimbabwe he will adjudicate the 2011 Eisteddfod as well as give concerts in Bulawayo and Harare.

Jeanette Micklem obtained an Honours Degree in History at London University and was awarded a four year scholarship at the Royal College of Music, studying under pianist Bernard Roberts.
After her return to Zimbabwe she has made her name as performer, accompanist and teacher within the Southern African region, partnering many international musicians, including Hagai Shaman, Ivry Gitlis, Tasmin Little, Wissam Boustany, Elizabeth and Raphael Wallfish and many others.
She has made successful tours to the United States, Bulgaria, the Czech Republic and Russia as well as Australia and New Zealand.
We welcome her return to the Celebs concert stage.

Rent @ Reps Theatre (6–16 April)
Reps Theatre main stage: Jonathan Larson's award-winning musical Rent, one of the most acclaimed stage and screen musicals of the past 20 years, in its debut performance in Zimbabwe. Directed by Zane E Lucas and starring Josh Ansley, Zoran Zec, Desiree Mostert, Erin Housam, Patrick Barrett, Kirby Chipembere, David Bvumbe and Tina Masawi. Reps main stage from April 6 to 16.
The theatrical treat of the year. Advance booking now open at The Spotlight (tel 308159 – open Mon-Fri 9am to 4pm, Sat 9am to 12 noon).

Performing Arts Bulawayo [PAB] and the Academy [Bulawayo]

Lawrence of Arabia (24 & 25 March)
Thursday 24 and Friday 25 March in the Robert Sibson Hall at 7.30 p.m.
The epic film which won seven Academy Awards and stars Peter O'Toole, Omar Sharif, Sir Alec Guinness, Anthony Quinn and others too numerous to mention comes in "painstakingly restored version which includes all lost footage" and runs for three hours forty minutes so it ill be shown over two evenings.
Admission: $3.00 [covers both evenings]

Andrew Sherwood (violin), Jeanette Micklem (piano) (29 March)
Tuesday 29 March in the Robert Sibson Hall at 7.30 p.m.
Andrew Sherwood was born and educated in Africa before going on to study violin and composition at the Royal College of Music. He is currently a Professor of Violin at Trinity College of Music in London and many of his former students are now professional musicians. He has performed in many parts of the world as conductor and violinist and is adjudicating at the National Institute of Allied Arts Vocal and Instrumental Festival for most of March before giving this recital. For further details on the performers, please see the Celebrity Subscription Concerts entry.
The programme includes:DvoÞák: Sonatina in G major, Op 100; Turina: Violin Sonata No.2, Op.82 - 'Sonata EspaÀola'; Arvo Pärt: Fratres; Hubay: Bolero, Op.51/3; Kreisler: Melodie (after Gluck); Sarasate: Zigeunerweisen, Op.20.
Booking is open at the Academy. Admission: $10.00 & $5.00 [free to Red Carpet members and concert subscribers]

Downton Abbey (31 March, 7 & 14 April)
Thursday 31 March in the Robert Sibson Hall at 7.30 p.m.
Set in the years preceding World War I, the series that took Britain by storm last year tells the story of a complicated community. Downton Abbey has been home to the Crawley family for many generations, but it is also where the servants live and plan and dream, and they are as fiercely jealous of their rank as anyone. Some of them are loyal to the family but others are moving through, on the look out for betterment, love or just adventure. But for all the passions that rage beneath the surface, this appears to be a secure world, serene and ordered which will last for ever. Little do family or servants know that events that will change everything are about to occur. "Sumptuous, instantly riveting" [The Daily Telegraph]
Admission: $3.00 [$6.00 the series]

P.D.Q.Bach: The Abduction of Figaro (1 April)
Friday 1 April in in the Robert Sibson Hall at 6.30 p.m. - with supper interval
Appropriately for 1 April, a recording of the world premiere performance of a "simply grand opera" by the last and least of Bach's twenty-odd children, P.D.Q.Bach (1807-1742?).
Admission: $3.00 [free to Red Carpet members]

iThemba (2 April)
Saturday 2 April in the Robert Sibson Hall at 7.00 p.m.
iThemba is a documentary directed by the Oscar award-winning (Music by Prudence) film maker Elinor Burkett. The film was launched by the American Embassy in Harare in March and was a great hit. Now it is the turn of Bulawayo. Don't miss this film about our very own band LIYANA, based at KGVI Centre.
Admission: $5.00. Tickets will be sold at the door and will include a glass of wine. All proceeds to KGVI.

Peterhouse Choir, Jazz Band and marimbas (8 April)
Friday 8 April in the Robert Sibson Hall at 7.00 p.m.
This choir was started last year in January and comprises members of both Peterhouse Girls and Peterhouse Boys. They have performed at various concerts as well as giving their own at the end of last year when they earned their first standing ovation. The programme includes "Mama Tembu's wedding", Xhosa, Zulu, Shona and Ndebele traditional songs and "Plea for Africa" by J.B. Nokwe and will also feature the jazz band and marimba group.
Admission: $5.00 [free to Red Carpet members]

FINE ART & EXHIBITIONS

Lynde Francis Trust exhibition (21 March)
Almost two years after the death of AIDS activist Lynde Francis we are pleased to hold an open exhibition showcasing a number of the artists who are involved in the continuation of her work. Come and meet us and find out what we are up to or just come for coffee, cake and a fun day out. All proceeds to support the income generating projects we are involved in!
10. 00 a.m. - 6.00 p.m., 14 Harvey Brown Avenue, Milton Park, Harare
Stone sculptures, recycled metal unique pieces and contemporary art by First Floor Gallery.
WORKSHOPS AVAILABLE – BOOKINGS RECOMMENDED

Belly Dancing with Odette in the gardens
Beading workshops for children and adults
Stone carving workshops for children and adults with Lisborn Mashaya

Times throughout the four days for all ages, but call to find out which ones are available.
Call Ondine Francis on 0773 283 348 for more details and bookings

The Landscape in All Seasons @ Gallery Delta (to 23 March)
An exhibition of paintings and graphics, including works by Virginia Chihota, James Jali, Rashid Jogee, Jean Hahn (deceased), Valentine Magutsa, Misheck Masamvu, Daryl Nero, Freddy Tauro, Kate Raath, Cosmas Shiridzinomwa, Martin van der Spuy (deceased), Dian Wright, Ljiljana Vlacic, Portia Zvavahera, and others
>From Tuesday, 1 March until 23 March
Gallery Delta, 'Robert Paul's Old House,' 110 Livingstone Avenue/Ninth Street, Greenwood Park, Harare
Telephone/Fax: 792135; <mailto:artdelta@mweb.co.zw>; <http://www.gallerydelta.com>.

Exhibitions @ National Gallery, Harare (March)

Hope and Despair
A visual narrative of nine emerging Zimbabwean contemporary voices. On exhibition are paintings, drawings and mixed media.

Rebirth: Tribute show to artist and musician
A tribute show to Simba Sheperd Jangano whose works are on nudes, abstracts, concepts about love and social commentary. He was a man in touch with reality, a critical thinker who painted history, the present and the future. The use of colour and paint, his articulation in painting was accomplished even though he was a self taught artist.

American Embassy photography show (to 23 March)
A photographic exhibition entitled "Giving Voice to the Voiceless" by award-winning American photojournalist, Ed Kashi. The exhibition highlights the powerful role of photography in telling the stories of people from underprivileged or remote parts of the world. The collection feature images from Africa, the Middle East, Asia and Europe.

Exhibition and auction @ National Gallery, Harare (19–25 March)
Exhibition and fund-raising auction at the National Gallery in support of Zimbabwean Visual Arts.
The Friends of the Gallery, in partnership with the Delegation of the European Union to the Republic of Zimbabwe, are organizing an exhibition of various mediums of works by both emerging artists and professional artists on the theme "Continental Dialogues".
Works will be sold on auction to raise funds in support of the artists and of the Gallery.
The exhibition opens on Saturday 19 March until Friday, 25 March.
The auction will be held on the last night of the exhibition (25 March) at 5.30 for 6.00pm.
Refreshments available and secure parking.
Tickets US$5 (includes exhibition entrance) available from the National Gallery and various retail outlets around town.
Please contact Sharon for details on 0712 604 222 <mailto:shazwaz@yoafrica.com>

Pikicha Photography Competition (monthly – next closing date, 20 April)
The Zimbo Jam, in partnership with The Spanish Embassy in Harare, are running a photographic competition with a grand prize of US$1000. Professional and amateur Zimbabwean photographers are invited to enter.
The competition has monthly themes and monthly prizes and runs until June 2011.
Each month will have three prizes of $100, $50 and $25 for the top three winners.
An overall winner for the 2011 competition will be chosen after the six months and will receive a cash prize of US $1000.
Submissions must be made by the 20th of each month.
The themes are:
April: "Keep it Green"
May: "Albinos"
June: "Women by Women" (Women of Zimbabwe captured by other women)
The full rules of the competition can be found at: <http://www.pikicha.com/rules>.
More information can be found on <http://www.pikicha.com/>
Or contact Tendai/Fungai: e-mail <mailto:ipikicha@zimbojam.com>, Tel. +263-772-393863

DRAMA, THEATRE & SPOKEN WORD

Carl Joshua Ncube @ ZGS (25 March)
Carl Joshua Ncube is back again (after a successful National Tour), with an exciting new show (or maybe a training exercise before his World Tour).
Performing live at the Zimbabwe-German Society in this 1hr 30min special of Stand-up Comedy.
Make a date with the BEST Zimbabwean Stand-up Comedian in the World (According to No one)
Entrance US$5
25 March, 6:30, Zimbabwe German Society, 51 Lawson Ave, Milton Park, Harare
Tel: 796836,0773 222 314

Humble Boy @ Reps Theatre Upstairs (24 March – 2 April)
Theatre Upstairs at Reps: Graham Crutchley directs Humble Boy, written by Charlotte Jones. One minute you're laughing and the next minute you're wondering why you're laughing. Starring Alex Fairlie, Fiona Garrity, Kyla Render, Mike Blackburn, Joe Levey and Betty Hobbs.
This is a drama with touches of humour and will be one of the best plays of the year in Harare. Runs from March 24 to April 2 and advance booking (through The spotlight) is strongly recommended as this will sell out very quickly. No one under 16 allowed.

NIAA Speech and Drama Festival 2011 (30 May – 15 June)
Venues: Prince Edward School, Biet Hall, Harare International School
Syllabus now available. Closing date for entries March 30 2011
Contact National Institute of Allied Arts Tel 702989 or email <mailto:niaa@yoafrica.com>

FILM

CRAFT FAIRS & OTHER FAIRS

Beautiful Things from the City of Kings (26–27 March)
An exhibition of finely crafted items from Bulawayo is offered for sale. These include:

Recycled glassware
Unusual aluminium ware
Hand-made leather bags and sandals
Textiles with a difference
Unique wood carvings
Hand-painted pottery ... and much more

Where: 80a Broadlands Road west, Emerald Hill, Harare
When: Saturday 26 and Sunday 27 March, daily from 10am-4pm
For more information, call Kate 302683/cell 0712 734 718 or Lynne 0712 703 431

Food and Book Fair @ Doon Estate (26 March)
The next Doon Estate Food And Book Fair is on 26 March from 9am to 1pm.
1 Harrow Rd, Msasa, next to Chapungu Village.
Free entrance, lots of food to eat there or take home. Fresh produce, flowers, and a wonderful selection of books, along with local authors and publishers too. Great shops as well.
Please note: The fair will be held every Saturday with effect from 26 March 2011.
Contact <mailto:frenchfries@zol.co.zw> with any enquiries.

Borrowdale Craft Fair @ Old Georgians Sports Club (26 June)
Sunday, 26 June, 9am to 4pm, Old Georgians Sports Club.
Bookings now open at 256 Herbert Chitepo Road, Cnr. 5th Street. Office Hours 8am to 2pm
Stand cost
3m x 3m, space only: US$50
3m x 3m, covered: US$90
3m x 3m, catering: US$100
Table Hire x 1US$5
Chair Hire x 1: US$1

WORKSHOPS & COURSES

Kids In Front Of the Camera Workshop (12– 14 April)
on ... Tues 12, Wed 13 and Thurs 14 April 2011
from ... 14 00H to 17 00H
for ... boys and girls aged between 6 and 13 years
at ... Zimbabwe German Society/Goethe Zentrum, 51 Lawson Ave, Milton Park, Harare
The workshop is designed to offer a highly enjoyable outlet for children's creativity.
Kids get a chance to shine in front of the camera, in the four categories - dancing, singing, acting and photo modelling
All they need to bring is lots of imagination, a free spirit, comfy shoes and a pack snack. The rest is up to the KIFOC team
Singing with the well-known jazz singer Dudu Manhenga has become a huge hit with the kids. Dressing up with Rahim Solomon, the acting coach, is great fun too.
Hats, costumes and props GALORE are used to transform kids into many different characters and fulfil their fantasies in front of the camera.
If parents are interested in finding out more about this fun and exciting workshop, they can get in touch with the Director of KIFOC, Bev Mathison: Tel . 04 570869 or 0733 402 696, e-mail <mailto:bmathison@mango.zw>
Register early to avoid disappointment.

CLUBS & SOCIETIES

Tree Society (26 March)
Saturday, 26 March: Fawlty Towers, 25 Wavell Road, Greendale, 2.30 p.m.
Our fourth Saturday walk is a return visit to 25 Wavell Road. the home of Rhett Butler, where we expect to see some interesting indigenous (and also exotic and naturalised) trees and plants.
Directions: To get there (from the town centre), take Samora Machel Avenue east out of town, turn left into Rhodesville Avenue. About 1km along Rhodesville, turn left into Montgomery Road for about 500m. Montgomery bends sharply to the right. At the bend, turn right into Wavell Road. We will meet at 2.30 pm. Visitors Welcomed.

Mountain Club of Zimbabwe (26 March)
P.O. Box HG 203 Highlands. Secretary: Lorraine Regadas 0912 416 024 <mailto:lorraine@zimbiz.net>
Walker's Rep: Marge Dewdney: 011-211576,0912-236319, 2916778 <mailto:philmarge@zol.co.zw>
WALKING : PLEASE NOTE, we meet at a convenient venue where excess vehicles can be left – contact the leader or Walkers' Rep.
Meet 15 minutes before the advertised time, to ensure a prompt departure. Saturday depart 1.30 pm (afternoon meets), Sunday depart 8am (all-day meets) unless indicated otherwise.
CLIMBING: Climbing is usually held on Wednesday at Cleveland Quarry, from about 4pm. Contact Andy Heelas (885158), or Lynn Gilmour (011 771221) particularly if use of MCZ climbing gear is required.
WEDNESDAY EVENINGS: The HQ (Boy Scouts HQ, 76 Mchlery Ave, Highlands) will be open on Wednesday evenings from about 6.00pm. There is always a braai fire. Bring your own meat etc.
ARRANGEMENT FOR CAMPING WEEKENDS: Please come to the advertised convivial if you wish to go camping, so that transport can be arranged.
March
Saturday 26 – Ngomakurira – Iain Bell, tel. 04 495694, 0772 600183

BirdLife Zimbabwe (BLZ) Mashonaland (27 March)
We have a bird walk almost every weekend – the walk itself lasts 2–3 hours and thereafter the combined bird list is called while refreshments are being enjoyed. We also have a monthly evening presentation on the 3rd Thursday of each month, 5:30 for 6:00 p.m. The venue is the Avondale Sports Club on Brighton Road, between 2nd Street Extension and Upper East Road. There is a bar and eats. There is a security guard to look after the vehicles.
Members and non-members are welcome to attend any of the events.
Unless there is a gate charge by the responsible authorities at some venues (e.g. Haka), there are no other charges associated with a birding outing or evening presentation however at some venues a tip would be appreciated if there is a guard looking after the vehicles. At each outing, there is a leader who will identify the birds being seen for the benefit of the group. There is nothing to stop experienced birders from "doing their own thing" at any of the venues as long as they assemble afterwards at the designated meeting point to participate in the bird count. At most venues, for the bird count, participants will usually have their own chair, refreshments and eats - a social atmosphere prevails!
For more information, contact a committee member, try:
Tony Alegria: 0912 438 697, 490375 Home. Email: <mailto:talegria@zol.co.zw>.
Ken Dixon: 0912 324 301. 793063 Home. Email: <mailto:lynnken@mango.zw>.
Web site: <http://www.birdlifezimbabwe.co.zw>
Listed below are the events for the next two weeks.

Sunday, 27 March
6.30a.m. Ewanrigg Botanical Garden Meet at CABS, Northridge Rd Car Park for this outing.

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