A back-to-school checklist for parents Can you smell it? It’s the smell of freshly wrapped books, shoe polish and new pencils. It’s that time of year again – the kids are going back to school, and parents are getting ready for another term of homework, after school activities, lunches,...
Please note: Due to the Covid-19 pandemic and regulations set in place, all events and gatherings will depend on what level South Africa currently finds itself. It’s finally here! The end of 2021. Some of us are still trying to process what happened in 2020, but here we are at the end of...
We’re eating and drinking this October – join us! What better way to celebrate food than indulging in your favourite meal at your favourite restaurant? World Food Day is commemorated worldwide each year on 16 October in remembrance of founding the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the...
Worried about the next generation? You should, we all should, and therefore we honour Saturday, 3 July 2021, as International Bag Free Day. Actually, the whole of July is focused on being plastic-free. Even though recycling is emphasised everywhere, there doesn’t seem to be a desired worldwide...
Yes, the weather might not get any warmer soon, but adventurous families can still have fun in the winter sun. Sandton Central’s parks offer pall grey skies with a touch of lovely sunrays for picnics during the month of July. Think a warm, cosy blanket, wine or hot chocolate and all the...
When last have you donated blood? If you’ve been a dedicated blood donor before the pandemic shenanigans but haven’t been there since then, Monday, 14 June is the date to get back into action executing some citizen responsibilities… not that you’re forced to. Still, the health industry would...
We all love our homes, furnished the way we like with all the most beautiful decorations available. But just as we care for our homes by cleaning, organising and taking care of the things that reflect our characters, we should do exactly the same with our environment – outside our homes is the...
May Day, May Day… It’s not payday, but it’s International Workers’ Day! This year, this particular day falls on a Saturday. Yes, it might not be an extra weekday off. However, we still get to celebrate, whether it’s chill-laxing or spending time on your hobbies – shopping, going to the...
What does the word ‘freedom’ mean to you? Something to think about as we’re commemorating National Freedom Day on Tuesday, 27 April 2021. Freedom is a powerful word, and to some, it means independence. To others, it’s the ability to act and speak freely, or perhaps to go where they wish…...
Consumer Rights Day for Consumers You might think that this is a very dull topic, but have you ever purchased something and had to return it? Then we have news for you! You’ve practised your consumer rights. Did you know that you had consumer rights? Probably not, because it wasn’t easily...