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SUMMARY:Blaauwklippen Easter Market
DESCRIPTION:Easter Egg Hunt Join us starting Saturday\, 19 April 2025\, at 11:00 AM for our fun-filled Easter Egg Hunt! The theme is “Dress Like a Bunny\,” so be ready to hop into the spirit of the season! Participation is R150 per person. Happy Hour & Stormers Game Catch the Stormers rugby game on-screen at the market\, and enjoy Happy Hour specials during the match! Special Discounts Enjoy 10% off on our Chocolate & Wine Pairing on Sunday\, 20 April 2025! Easter Market Hours 18 April 2025 – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM 19 April 2025 – 10:00 AM to 9:00
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/blaauwklippen-easter-market-2025-04-21/
LOCATION:Blaauwklippen\, R44\, Strand Road\, Western Cape\, 7600
CATEGORIES:Art,Art & Music,Culture & Living History,Entertainment,Food,Food & Drink,Lifestyle,Outdoor,Shopping,Wine Route
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SUMMARY:Blaauwklippen Easter Market
DESCRIPTION:Easter Egg Hunt Join us starting Saturday\, 19 April 2025\, at 11:00 AM for our fun-filled Easter Egg Hunt! The theme is “Dress Like a Bunny\,” so be ready to hop into the spirit of the season! Participation is R150 per person. Happy Hour & Stormers Game Catch the Stormers rugby game on-screen at the market\, and enjoy Happy Hour specials during the match! Special Discounts Enjoy 10% off on our Chocolate & Wine Pairing on Sunday\, 20 April 2025! Easter Market Hours 18 April 2025 – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM 19 April 2025 – 10:00 AM to 9:00
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/blaauwklippen-easter-market-2025-04-20/
LOCATION:Blaauwklippen\, R44\, Strand Road\, Western Cape\, 7600
CATEGORIES:Art,Art & Music,Culture & Living History,Entertainment,Food,Food & Drink,Lifestyle,Outdoor,Shopping,Wine Route
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SUMMARY:Blaauwklippen Easter Market
DESCRIPTION:Easter Egg Hunt Join us starting Saturday\, 19 April 2025\, at 11:00 AM for our fun-filled Easter Egg Hunt! The theme is “Dress Like a Bunny\,” so be ready to hop into the spirit of the season! Participation is R150 per person. Happy Hour & Stormers Game Catch the Stormers rugby game on-screen at the market\, and enjoy Happy Hour specials during the match! Special Discounts Enjoy 10% off on our Chocolate & Wine Pairing on Sunday\, 20 April 2025! Easter Market Hours 18 April 2025 – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM 19 April 2025 – 10:00 AM to 9:00
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/blaauwklippen-easter-market-2025-04-19/
LOCATION:Blaauwklippen\, R44\, Strand Road\, Western Cape\, 7600
CATEGORIES:Art,Art & Music,Culture & Living History,Entertainment,Food,Food & Drink,Lifestyle,Outdoor,Shopping,Wine Route
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250418T100000
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SUMMARY:Blaauwklippen Easter Market
DESCRIPTION:Easter Egg Hunt Join us starting Saturday\, 19 April 2025\, at 11:00 AM for our fun-filled Easter Egg Hunt! The theme is “Dress Like a Bunny\,” so be ready to hop into the spirit of the season! Participation is R150 per person. Happy Hour & Stormers Game Catch the Stormers rugby game on-screen at the market\, and enjoy Happy Hour specials during the match! Special Discounts Enjoy 10% off on our Chocolate & Wine Pairing on Sunday\, 20 April 2025! Easter Market Hours 18 April 2025 – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM 19 April 2025 – 10:00 AM to 9:00
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/blaauwklippen-easter-market/
LOCATION:Blaauwklippen\, R44\, Strand Road\, Western Cape\, 7600
CATEGORIES:Art,Art & Music,Culture & Living History,Entertainment,Food,Food & Drink,Lifestyle,Outdoor,Shopping,Wine Route
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SUMMARY:National Youth Choir (GB') live | Endler Hall
DESCRIPTION:Britain’s foremost youth choir\, the 100 voice National Youth Choir of Great Britain\, will present a 50 min a capella concert\, conducted by Nicholas Chalmers\, one of Britain’s foremost young conductors. It will include a diverse programme of works ranging from Anton Bruckner to Bare Necessities. Chalmers is one of the leading conductors in the UK. The choristers\, who are aged from 18 to 25\, is the flagship choir of National Youth Choir’s four ensembles. For over 40 years it has been home to some of the best young singers in the world.\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/national-youth-choir-gb-live-endler-hall/
LOCATION:Endler\, Victoria St & Neethling St\, Stellenbosch\, Western Cape\, 7600\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Lifestyle,Music,Students
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SUMMARY:QUATUOR AVENA Around the world in 80 minutes | Endler Hall Stellenbosch
DESCRIPTION:A pinch of South Africa\, a teaspoon of France\, a touch of Italy\, a zest of Japan\, all simmering in Strasbourg since 2016: these are the ingredients that make up the Quatuor Avenaand its members Adam Campbell (South Africa)\, Nicolas Allard (France)\, Fabio Cesare (Italy) and Sumika Tsujimoto (Japan). \nR165 (general) / R125 (pension) R 65 (students) \nhttps://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/event.aspx?itemid=1563744024
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/quatuor-avena-around-the-world-in-80-minutes-endler-hall-stellenbosch/
LOCATION:Endler\, Victoria St & Neethling St\, Stellenbosch\, Western Cape\, 7600\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Art & Music,Entertainment,Music
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SUMMARY:Harvest Celebration 2025 |  Quoin Rock
DESCRIPTION:A Culinary Symphony of Flavour\, Terroir\, and Soul Step into the heart of the harvest season\, where the land’s bounty\, the winemaker’s art\, and the spirit of fire come together for an extraordinary celebration. Quoin Rock invites you to the Harvest Celebration\, a series of exclusive monthly events from February to April. What Awaits You: A harvest table flowing with seasonal delights\, including dishes prepared with flames dancing on the braai\, infusing each bite with bold\, smoky perfection. A curated selection of Quoin Rock’s signature wines\, each sip a story of passion and terroir. Live entertainment\, setting the scene. \n 
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/harvest-celebration-2025-quoin-rock-2025-04-10/
LOCATION:Quoin Rock Wine Estate\, 7600 Knorhoek Rd\, Stellenbosch\, Stellenosch\, wc\, 7600\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Explore,Lifestyle,Outdoor,Wine Route
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250328T180000
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SUMMARY:SWING\, SIP & SAVOUR: A HARVEST JAZZ NIGHT UNDER THE STARS | Vergenoegd Löw
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Jazz Under the Stars on Friday\, 28 March\, when we celebrate the end of the harvest. Expect an unforgettable evening of music\, fine food\, and exquisite wine. Enjoy the soulful sounds of Moonshine\, led by acclaimed saxophonist Dan Shout\, performing jazz legends like Louis Armstrong and Nina Simone. Savour a Cape heritage-inspired harvest feast\, offered with award-winning wines. Date: 28 March Time: 18:00-22:00 Cost: R850 pp (includes live music\, dinner & two glasses of wine) Seats are limited – book now!
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/swing-sip-savour-a-harvest-jazz-night-under-the-stars-vergenoegd-low/
LOCATION:Vergenoegd Löw\, R310\, Baden Powel Drive\, Stellenbosch\, Western Cape\, 7600\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Culture & Living History,Entertainment,Explore,Food & Drink,Lifestyle,Music,Wine Route
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SUMMARY:Stellenbosch Street Soiree
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to sip\, savour\, and sway under the oak trees on Drostdy Street!  Our new season kicks off with all the vibes you love—wine tasting\, mouth-watering food\, and live music to keep you grooving.\n\n\n **What to expect: **\n– Wine tasting with 10 tokens\, including a special tasting of premium wines.\n– Delicious street food to pair with your sips.\n– A vibrant atmosphere with live music and good times guaranteed!\n\n\n **Get your tickets online at Plankton or grab them at the door.** Don’t miss out on the best street party in Stellenbosch!
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/stellenbosch-street-soiree-4-2025-03-26/
LOCATION:Drosdy street\, Drostdy Street\, stellenbosch\, Western Cape\, 7600\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Explore,Food,Food & Drink,Lifestyle,Music,Outdoor,Shopping,Students
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250313T190000
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SUMMARY:Drakensberg Boys Choir | Drakies on Tour - Moederkerk\, Stellenbosch
DESCRIPTION:The Drakensberg Boys Choir School will perform in the Moederkerk in Stellenbosch on 13 March 2025 as part of their 2025 National Tour\, starting Sunday\, 9 March. Following a successful tour in the United Kingdom last year\, where the choir received standing ovations from audiences\, including HRH Sophie\, the Duchess of Edinburgh\, the boys are eager to bring their electrifying performances back home to South Africa. Whether performing in large cities or small towns\, the Drakies’ mission remains to unite people through the transformative power of music. Book tickets now at http://www.dbchoir.com.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets R240.00 – Pensioners R200.00 – Children under 12 R180.00 \n 
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/drakensberg-boys-choir-drakies-on-tour-moederkerk-stellenbosch/
LOCATION:Stellenbosch Moederkerk\, 5 Drostdy Street\, Stellenbosch\, western Cape\, 7600\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Art & Music,Culture & Living History,Entertainment,Music,Students
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250313T160000
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SUMMARY:Harvest Celebration 2025 |  Quoin Rock
DESCRIPTION:A Culinary Symphony of Flavour\, Terroir\, and Soul Step into the heart of the harvest season\, where the land’s bounty\, the winemaker’s art\, and the spirit of fire come together for an extraordinary celebration. Quoin Rock invites you to the Harvest Celebration\, a series of exclusive monthly events from February to April. What Awaits You: A harvest table flowing with seasonal delights\, including dishes prepared with flames dancing on the braai\, infusing each bite with bold\, smoky perfection. A curated selection of Quoin Rock’s signature wines\, each sip a story of passion and terroir. Live entertainment\, setting the scene. \n 
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/harvest-celebration-2025-quoin-rock/
LOCATION:Quoin Rock Wine Estate\, 7600 Knorhoek Rd\, Stellenbosch\, Stellenosch\, wc\, 7600\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Explore,Lifestyle,Outdoor,Wine Route
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250312T180000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250312T200000
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SUMMARY:Stellenbosch Street Soiree
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to sip\, savour\, and sway under the oak trees on Drostdy Street!  Our new season kicks off with all the vibes you love—wine tasting\, mouth-watering food\, and live music to keep you grooving.\n\n\n **What to expect: **\n– Wine tasting with 10 tokens\, including a special tasting of premium wines.\n– Delicious street food to pair with your sips.\n– A vibrant atmosphere with live music and good times guaranteed!\n\n\n **Get your tickets online at Plankton or grab them at the door.** Don’t miss out on the best street party in Stellenbosch!
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/stellenbosch-street-soiree-4/
LOCATION:Drosdy street\, Drostdy Street\, stellenbosch\, Western Cape\, 7600\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Explore,Food,Food & Drink,Lifestyle,Music,Outdoor,Shopping,Students
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250301T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250301T170000
DTSTAMP:20250207T102030Z
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SUMMARY:The Stellenbosch Triennale 2025 | BA’ZINZILE: A Rehearsal for Breathing.
DESCRIPTION:UKU’ZINZA: an invocation from the Nguni people that speaks to being grounded\, being calm.  Stillness is a mechanism for survival\, a strategy for imagination\, and an ability and persistence.  In a world losing its breath\, where breathlessness pervades\, we witness the tremors in our bodies and the depths we must dive to sustain life. This exhibition explores Breath and  Breathing through states of duress and ongoing extractions\, using Rehearsal as a mode of  Improvised philosophies.  \nBreath: Breathing is a fundamental act: taking air into the lungs and expelling it\, exchanging oxygen for carbon dioxide. Breath manifests in various forms: puff\, pant\, gasp\, wheeze\, blow\,  sigh\, impart\, imbue\, transfuse\, murmur\, whisper\, utter. Breathing is about continuing\, persisting\, insisting\, remaining\, holding\, being present\, and having a place. How have our breath been disturbed\, disrupted and dislocated? How have we sustained ourselves throughout these interruptions?  \nBreathing through States of Duress: We breathe through the duress of histories of colonialism\, enslavement\, apartheid\, wars and ongoing genocides\, wounded by its impacts and suffocating under its weight. Yet\, we Insist\, on finding ways to Improvise our breath\, our Aliveness\, and our existence.  \nRespiration: Breathing in states of duress and harm\, ukuphefumla ngenxeba – to breathe through the wound. How our lungs enact somatic breathing by tracing the vascular systems of survival\, cultural recovery\, hope\, courage\, and strength in the quest to stay in the rhythm of our breath and thus life. Ukuphefumla – to breathe\, umphefumlo – the spirit\, attends to a place of altered and interrupted destiny. The compositions of how to breathe in breathlessness are embodied in toyi-toyi\, the southern African dance used in political protests or in voguing movements used in queer culture – the life that pulses in exaltation below our feet\, opening a portal to Aliveness. This practice of breathing in situ\, being in ritual with oneself\, is a profound expression of insistence.  \nRehearsal: A rehearsal is a session of exercise\, a drill\, a dry run\, or a practice in preparation for a ceremony. It involves repetition to align\, figuring out interpretation\, mapping pathways\, and creating contingency plans. It is an attempt or experiment to reveal something about the world in the near future time.  \nImprovisation\, Jazz and the Black Tradition: Improvisation serves as a compass—composing\, arranging\, and executing without preparation. It involves off-the-cuff creativity\, imagination\, and skill mastery. It’s about creating rhythms and frequencies\, composing notes from the haikus of our existence. Jazz\, as a Black tradition of improvisation\, is birthed from ancient traditions of wailing. This reappears through horn instruments that require a deep breath\, mimicking the throat as a vocal cord. Jazz embodies the mode of rehearsal as improvised philosophies\, crafting compositions on how to breathe in breathlessness where even wailing is a form of breathing! 
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/the-stellenbosch-triennale-2025-bazinzile-a-rehearsal-for-breathing-2025-03-01/
LOCATION:Western Cape
CATEGORIES:Art,Art & Music,Culture & Living History,Entertainment,Environmental,Food & Drink,History,Lifestyle,Music,Outdoor,Talk,Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250228T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250228T170000
DTSTAMP:20250207T102028Z
CREATED:20250207T101501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T102028Z
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SUMMARY:The Stellenbosch Triennale 2025 | BA’ZINZILE: A Rehearsal for Breathing.
DESCRIPTION:UKU’ZINZA: an invocation from the Nguni people that speaks to being grounded\, being calm.  Stillness is a mechanism for survival\, a strategy for imagination\, and an ability and persistence.  In a world losing its breath\, where breathlessness pervades\, we witness the tremors in our bodies and the depths we must dive to sustain life. This exhibition explores Breath and  Breathing through states of duress and ongoing extractions\, using Rehearsal as a mode of  Improvised philosophies.  \nBreath: Breathing is a fundamental act: taking air into the lungs and expelling it\, exchanging oxygen for carbon dioxide. Breath manifests in various forms: puff\, pant\, gasp\, wheeze\, blow\,  sigh\, impart\, imbue\, transfuse\, murmur\, whisper\, utter. Breathing is about continuing\, persisting\, insisting\, remaining\, holding\, being present\, and having a place. How have our breath been disturbed\, disrupted and dislocated? How have we sustained ourselves throughout these interruptions?  \nBreathing through States of Duress: We breathe through the duress of histories of colonialism\, enslavement\, apartheid\, wars and ongoing genocides\, wounded by its impacts and suffocating under its weight. Yet\, we Insist\, on finding ways to Improvise our breath\, our Aliveness\, and our existence.  \nRespiration: Breathing in states of duress and harm\, ukuphefumla ngenxeba – to breathe through the wound. How our lungs enact somatic breathing by tracing the vascular systems of survival\, cultural recovery\, hope\, courage\, and strength in the quest to stay in the rhythm of our breath and thus life. Ukuphefumla – to breathe\, umphefumlo – the spirit\, attends to a place of altered and interrupted destiny. The compositions of how to breathe in breathlessness are embodied in toyi-toyi\, the southern African dance used in political protests or in voguing movements used in queer culture – the life that pulses in exaltation below our feet\, opening a portal to Aliveness. This practice of breathing in situ\, being in ritual with oneself\, is a profound expression of insistence.  \nRehearsal: A rehearsal is a session of exercise\, a drill\, a dry run\, or a practice in preparation for a ceremony. It involves repetition to align\, figuring out interpretation\, mapping pathways\, and creating contingency plans. It is an attempt or experiment to reveal something about the world in the near future time.  \nImprovisation\, Jazz and the Black Tradition: Improvisation serves as a compass—composing\, arranging\, and executing without preparation. It involves off-the-cuff creativity\, imagination\, and skill mastery. It’s about creating rhythms and frequencies\, composing notes from the haikus of our existence. Jazz\, as a Black tradition of improvisation\, is birthed from ancient traditions of wailing. This reappears through horn instruments that require a deep breath\, mimicking the throat as a vocal cord. Jazz embodies the mode of rehearsal as improvised philosophies\, crafting compositions on how to breathe in breathlessness where even wailing is a form of breathing! 
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/the-stellenbosch-triennale-2025-bazinzile-a-rehearsal-for-breathing-2025-02-28/
LOCATION:Western Cape
CATEGORIES:Art,Art & Music,Culture & Living History,Entertainment,Environmental,Food & Drink,History,Lifestyle,Music,Outdoor,Talk,Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250227T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250227T170000
DTSTAMP:20250207T102027Z
CREATED:20250207T101501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T102027Z
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SUMMARY:The Stellenbosch Triennale 2025 | BA’ZINZILE: A Rehearsal for Breathing.
DESCRIPTION:UKU’ZINZA: an invocation from the Nguni people that speaks to being grounded\, being calm.  Stillness is a mechanism for survival\, a strategy for imagination\, and an ability and persistence.  In a world losing its breath\, where breathlessness pervades\, we witness the tremors in our bodies and the depths we must dive to sustain life. This exhibition explores Breath and  Breathing through states of duress and ongoing extractions\, using Rehearsal as a mode of  Improvised philosophies.  \nBreath: Breathing is a fundamental act: taking air into the lungs and expelling it\, exchanging oxygen for carbon dioxide. Breath manifests in various forms: puff\, pant\, gasp\, wheeze\, blow\,  sigh\, impart\, imbue\, transfuse\, murmur\, whisper\, utter. Breathing is about continuing\, persisting\, insisting\, remaining\, holding\, being present\, and having a place. How have our breath been disturbed\, disrupted and dislocated? How have we sustained ourselves throughout these interruptions?  \nBreathing through States of Duress: We breathe through the duress of histories of colonialism\, enslavement\, apartheid\, wars and ongoing genocides\, wounded by its impacts and suffocating under its weight. Yet\, we Insist\, on finding ways to Improvise our breath\, our Aliveness\, and our existence.  \nRespiration: Breathing in states of duress and harm\, ukuphefumla ngenxeba – to breathe through the wound. How our lungs enact somatic breathing by tracing the vascular systems of survival\, cultural recovery\, hope\, courage\, and strength in the quest to stay in the rhythm of our breath and thus life. Ukuphefumla – to breathe\, umphefumlo – the spirit\, attends to a place of altered and interrupted destiny. The compositions of how to breathe in breathlessness are embodied in toyi-toyi\, the southern African dance used in political protests or in voguing movements used in queer culture – the life that pulses in exaltation below our feet\, opening a portal to Aliveness. This practice of breathing in situ\, being in ritual with oneself\, is a profound expression of insistence.  \nRehearsal: A rehearsal is a session of exercise\, a drill\, a dry run\, or a practice in preparation for a ceremony. It involves repetition to align\, figuring out interpretation\, mapping pathways\, and creating contingency plans. It is an attempt or experiment to reveal something about the world in the near future time.  \nImprovisation\, Jazz and the Black Tradition: Improvisation serves as a compass—composing\, arranging\, and executing without preparation. It involves off-the-cuff creativity\, imagination\, and skill mastery. It’s about creating rhythms and frequencies\, composing notes from the haikus of our existence. Jazz\, as a Black tradition of improvisation\, is birthed from ancient traditions of wailing. This reappears through horn instruments that require a deep breath\, mimicking the throat as a vocal cord. Jazz embodies the mode of rehearsal as improvised philosophies\, crafting compositions on how to breathe in breathlessness where even wailing is a form of breathing! 
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/the-stellenbosch-triennale-2025-bazinzile-a-rehearsal-for-breathing-2025-02-27/
LOCATION:Western Cape
CATEGORIES:Art,Art & Music,Culture & Living History,Entertainment,Environmental,Food & Drink,History,Lifestyle,Music,Outdoor,Talk,Theatre
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SUMMARY:Stellenbosch Street Soiree
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to sip\, savour\, and sway under the oak trees on Drostdy Street!  Our new season kicks off with all the vibes you love—wine tasting\, mouth-watering food\, and live music to keep you grooving.\n\n\n **What to expect: **\n– Wine tasting with 10 tokens\, including a special tasting of premium wines.\n– Delicious street food to pair with your sips.\n– A vibrant atmosphere with live music and good times guaranteed!\n\n\n26 February\, and 12 & 26 March ‘25\n\n\n **Get your tickets online at Plankton or grab them at the door.** Don’t miss out on the best street party in Stellenbosch!
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/stellenbosch-street-soiree-3/
LOCATION:Drosdy street\, Drostdy Street\, stellenbosch\, Western Cape\, 7600\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Explore,Food,Food & Drink,Lifestyle,Music,Outdoor,Shopping,Students
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SUMMARY:The Stellenbosch Triennale 2025 | BA’ZINZILE: A Rehearsal for Breathing.
DESCRIPTION:UKU’ZINZA: an invocation from the Nguni people that speaks to being grounded\, being calm.  Stillness is a mechanism for survival\, a strategy for imagination\, and an ability and persistence.  In a world losing its breath\, where breathlessness pervades\, we witness the tremors in our bodies and the depths we must dive to sustain life. This exhibition explores Breath and  Breathing through states of duress and ongoing extractions\, using Rehearsal as a mode of  Improvised philosophies.  \nBreath: Breathing is a fundamental act: taking air into the lungs and expelling it\, exchanging oxygen for carbon dioxide. Breath manifests in various forms: puff\, pant\, gasp\, wheeze\, blow\,  sigh\, impart\, imbue\, transfuse\, murmur\, whisper\, utter. Breathing is about continuing\, persisting\, insisting\, remaining\, holding\, being present\, and having a place. How have our breath been disturbed\, disrupted and dislocated? How have we sustained ourselves throughout these interruptions?  \nBreathing through States of Duress: We breathe through the duress of histories of colonialism\, enslavement\, apartheid\, wars and ongoing genocides\, wounded by its impacts and suffocating under its weight. Yet\, we Insist\, on finding ways to Improvise our breath\, our Aliveness\, and our existence.  \nRespiration: Breathing in states of duress and harm\, ukuphefumla ngenxeba – to breathe through the wound. How our lungs enact somatic breathing by tracing the vascular systems of survival\, cultural recovery\, hope\, courage\, and strength in the quest to stay in the rhythm of our breath and thus life. Ukuphefumla – to breathe\, umphefumlo – the spirit\, attends to a place of altered and interrupted destiny. The compositions of how to breathe in breathlessness are embodied in toyi-toyi\, the southern African dance used in political protests or in voguing movements used in queer culture – the life that pulses in exaltation below our feet\, opening a portal to Aliveness. This practice of breathing in situ\, being in ritual with oneself\, is a profound expression of insistence.  \nRehearsal: A rehearsal is a session of exercise\, a drill\, a dry run\, or a practice in preparation for a ceremony. It involves repetition to align\, figuring out interpretation\, mapping pathways\, and creating contingency plans. It is an attempt or experiment to reveal something about the world in the near future time.  \nImprovisation\, Jazz and the Black Tradition: Improvisation serves as a compass—composing\, arranging\, and executing without preparation. It involves off-the-cuff creativity\, imagination\, and skill mastery. It’s about creating rhythms and frequencies\, composing notes from the haikus of our existence. Jazz\, as a Black tradition of improvisation\, is birthed from ancient traditions of wailing. This reappears through horn instruments that require a deep breath\, mimicking the throat as a vocal cord. Jazz embodies the mode of rehearsal as improvised philosophies\, crafting compositions on how to breathe in breathlessness where even wailing is a form of breathing! 
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/the-stellenbosch-triennale-2025-bazinzile-a-rehearsal-for-breathing-2025-02-26/
LOCATION:Western Cape
CATEGORIES:Art,Art & Music,Culture & Living History,Entertainment,Environmental,Food & Drink,History,Lifestyle,Music,Outdoor,Talk,Theatre
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SUMMARY:The Stellenbosch Triennale 2025 | BA’ZINZILE: A Rehearsal for Breathing.
DESCRIPTION:UKU’ZINZA: an invocation from the Nguni people that speaks to being grounded\, being calm.  Stillness is a mechanism for survival\, a strategy for imagination\, and an ability and persistence.  In a world losing its breath\, where breathlessness pervades\, we witness the tremors in our bodies and the depths we must dive to sustain life. This exhibition explores Breath and  Breathing through states of duress and ongoing extractions\, using Rehearsal as a mode of  Improvised philosophies.  \nBreath: Breathing is a fundamental act: taking air into the lungs and expelling it\, exchanging oxygen for carbon dioxide. Breath manifests in various forms: puff\, pant\, gasp\, wheeze\, blow\,  sigh\, impart\, imbue\, transfuse\, murmur\, whisper\, utter. Breathing is about continuing\, persisting\, insisting\, remaining\, holding\, being present\, and having a place. How have our breath been disturbed\, disrupted and dislocated? How have we sustained ourselves throughout these interruptions?  \nBreathing through States of Duress: We breathe through the duress of histories of colonialism\, enslavement\, apartheid\, wars and ongoing genocides\, wounded by its impacts and suffocating under its weight. Yet\, we Insist\, on finding ways to Improvise our breath\, our Aliveness\, and our existence.  \nRespiration: Breathing in states of duress and harm\, ukuphefumla ngenxeba – to breathe through the wound. How our lungs enact somatic breathing by tracing the vascular systems of survival\, cultural recovery\, hope\, courage\, and strength in the quest to stay in the rhythm of our breath and thus life. Ukuphefumla – to breathe\, umphefumlo – the spirit\, attends to a place of altered and interrupted destiny. The compositions of how to breathe in breathlessness are embodied in toyi-toyi\, the southern African dance used in political protests or in voguing movements used in queer culture – the life that pulses in exaltation below our feet\, opening a portal to Aliveness. This practice of breathing in situ\, being in ritual with oneself\, is a profound expression of insistence.  \nRehearsal: A rehearsal is a session of exercise\, a drill\, a dry run\, or a practice in preparation for a ceremony. It involves repetition to align\, figuring out interpretation\, mapping pathways\, and creating contingency plans. It is an attempt or experiment to reveal something about the world in the near future time.  \nImprovisation\, Jazz and the Black Tradition: Improvisation serves as a compass—composing\, arranging\, and executing without preparation. It involves off-the-cuff creativity\, imagination\, and skill mastery. It’s about creating rhythms and frequencies\, composing notes from the haikus of our existence. Jazz\, as a Black tradition of improvisation\, is birthed from ancient traditions of wailing. This reappears through horn instruments that require a deep breath\, mimicking the throat as a vocal cord. Jazz embodies the mode of rehearsal as improvised philosophies\, crafting compositions on how to breathe in breathlessness where even wailing is a form of breathing! 
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/the-stellenbosch-triennale-2025-bazinzile-a-rehearsal-for-breathing-2025-02-25/
LOCATION:Western Cape
CATEGORIES:Art,Art & Music,Culture & Living History,Entertainment,Environmental,Food & Drink,History,Lifestyle,Music,Outdoor,Talk,Theatre
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SUMMARY:The Stellenbosch Triennale 2025 | BA’ZINZILE: A Rehearsal for Breathing.
DESCRIPTION:UKU’ZINZA: an invocation from the Nguni people that speaks to being grounded\, being calm.  Stillness is a mechanism for survival\, a strategy for imagination\, and an ability and persistence.  In a world losing its breath\, where breathlessness pervades\, we witness the tremors in our bodies and the depths we must dive to sustain life. This exhibition explores Breath and  Breathing through states of duress and ongoing extractions\, using Rehearsal as a mode of  Improvised philosophies.  \nBreath: Breathing is a fundamental act: taking air into the lungs and expelling it\, exchanging oxygen for carbon dioxide. Breath manifests in various forms: puff\, pant\, gasp\, wheeze\, blow\,  sigh\, impart\, imbue\, transfuse\, murmur\, whisper\, utter. Breathing is about continuing\, persisting\, insisting\, remaining\, holding\, being present\, and having a place. How have our breath been disturbed\, disrupted and dislocated? How have we sustained ourselves throughout these interruptions?  \nBreathing through States of Duress: We breathe through the duress of histories of colonialism\, enslavement\, apartheid\, wars and ongoing genocides\, wounded by its impacts and suffocating under its weight. Yet\, we Insist\, on finding ways to Improvise our breath\, our Aliveness\, and our existence.  \nRespiration: Breathing in states of duress and harm\, ukuphefumla ngenxeba – to breathe through the wound. How our lungs enact somatic breathing by tracing the vascular systems of survival\, cultural recovery\, hope\, courage\, and strength in the quest to stay in the rhythm of our breath and thus life. Ukuphefumla – to breathe\, umphefumlo – the spirit\, attends to a place of altered and interrupted destiny. The compositions of how to breathe in breathlessness are embodied in toyi-toyi\, the southern African dance used in political protests or in voguing movements used in queer culture – the life that pulses in exaltation below our feet\, opening a portal to Aliveness. This practice of breathing in situ\, being in ritual with oneself\, is a profound expression of insistence.  \nRehearsal: A rehearsal is a session of exercise\, a drill\, a dry run\, or a practice in preparation for a ceremony. It involves repetition to align\, figuring out interpretation\, mapping pathways\, and creating contingency plans. It is an attempt or experiment to reveal something about the world in the near future time.  \nImprovisation\, Jazz and the Black Tradition: Improvisation serves as a compass—composing\, arranging\, and executing without preparation. It involves off-the-cuff creativity\, imagination\, and skill mastery. It’s about creating rhythms and frequencies\, composing notes from the haikus of our existence. Jazz\, as a Black tradition of improvisation\, is birthed from ancient traditions of wailing. This reappears through horn instruments that require a deep breath\, mimicking the throat as a vocal cord. Jazz embodies the mode of rehearsal as improvised philosophies\, crafting compositions on how to breathe in breathlessness where even wailing is a form of breathing! 
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/the-stellenbosch-triennale-2025-bazinzile-a-rehearsal-for-breathing-2025-02-24/
LOCATION:Western Cape
CATEGORIES:Art,Art & Music,Culture & Living History,Entertainment,Environmental,Food & Drink,History,Lifestyle,Music,Outdoor,Talk,Theatre
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SUMMARY:The Stellenbosch Triennale 2025 | BA’ZINZILE: A Rehearsal for Breathing.
DESCRIPTION:UKU’ZINZA: an invocation from the Nguni people that speaks to being grounded\, being calm.  Stillness is a mechanism for survival\, a strategy for imagination\, and an ability and persistence.  In a world losing its breath\, where breathlessness pervades\, we witness the tremors in our bodies and the depths we must dive to sustain life. This exhibition explores Breath and  Breathing through states of duress and ongoing extractions\, using Rehearsal as a mode of  Improvised philosophies.  \nBreath: Breathing is a fundamental act: taking air into the lungs and expelling it\, exchanging oxygen for carbon dioxide. Breath manifests in various forms: puff\, pant\, gasp\, wheeze\, blow\,  sigh\, impart\, imbue\, transfuse\, murmur\, whisper\, utter. Breathing is about continuing\, persisting\, insisting\, remaining\, holding\, being present\, and having a place. How have our breath been disturbed\, disrupted and dislocated? How have we sustained ourselves throughout these interruptions?  \nBreathing through States of Duress: We breathe through the duress of histories of colonialism\, enslavement\, apartheid\, wars and ongoing genocides\, wounded by its impacts and suffocating under its weight. Yet\, we Insist\, on finding ways to Improvise our breath\, our Aliveness\, and our existence.  \nRespiration: Breathing in states of duress and harm\, ukuphefumla ngenxeba – to breathe through the wound. How our lungs enact somatic breathing by tracing the vascular systems of survival\, cultural recovery\, hope\, courage\, and strength in the quest to stay in the rhythm of our breath and thus life. Ukuphefumla – to breathe\, umphefumlo – the spirit\, attends to a place of altered and interrupted destiny. The compositions of how to breathe in breathlessness are embodied in toyi-toyi\, the southern African dance used in political protests or in voguing movements used in queer culture – the life that pulses in exaltation below our feet\, opening a portal to Aliveness. This practice of breathing in situ\, being in ritual with oneself\, is a profound expression of insistence.  \nRehearsal: A rehearsal is a session of exercise\, a drill\, a dry run\, or a practice in preparation for a ceremony. It involves repetition to align\, figuring out interpretation\, mapping pathways\, and creating contingency plans. It is an attempt or experiment to reveal something about the world in the near future time.  \nImprovisation\, Jazz and the Black Tradition: Improvisation serves as a compass—composing\, arranging\, and executing without preparation. It involves off-the-cuff creativity\, imagination\, and skill mastery. It’s about creating rhythms and frequencies\, composing notes from the haikus of our existence. Jazz\, as a Black tradition of improvisation\, is birthed from ancient traditions of wailing. This reappears through horn instruments that require a deep breath\, mimicking the throat as a vocal cord. Jazz embodies the mode of rehearsal as improvised philosophies\, crafting compositions on how to breathe in breathlessness where even wailing is a form of breathing! 
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/the-stellenbosch-triennale-2025-bazinzile-a-rehearsal-for-breathing-2025-02-23/
LOCATION:Western Cape
CATEGORIES:Art,Art & Music,Culture & Living History,Entertainment,Environmental,Food & Drink,History,Lifestyle,Music,Outdoor,Talk,Theatre
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SUMMARY:The Stellenbosch Triennale 2025 | BA’ZINZILE: A Rehearsal for Breathing.
DESCRIPTION:UKU’ZINZA: an invocation from the Nguni people that speaks to being grounded\, being calm.  Stillness is a mechanism for survival\, a strategy for imagination\, and an ability and persistence.  In a world losing its breath\, where breathlessness pervades\, we witness the tremors in our bodies and the depths we must dive to sustain life. This exhibition explores Breath and  Breathing through states of duress and ongoing extractions\, using Rehearsal as a mode of  Improvised philosophies.  \nBreath: Breathing is a fundamental act: taking air into the lungs and expelling it\, exchanging oxygen for carbon dioxide. Breath manifests in various forms: puff\, pant\, gasp\, wheeze\, blow\,  sigh\, impart\, imbue\, transfuse\, murmur\, whisper\, utter. Breathing is about continuing\, persisting\, insisting\, remaining\, holding\, being present\, and having a place. How have our breath been disturbed\, disrupted and dislocated? How have we sustained ourselves throughout these interruptions?  \nBreathing through States of Duress: We breathe through the duress of histories of colonialism\, enslavement\, apartheid\, wars and ongoing genocides\, wounded by its impacts and suffocating under its weight. Yet\, we Insist\, on finding ways to Improvise our breath\, our Aliveness\, and our existence.  \nRespiration: Breathing in states of duress and harm\, ukuphefumla ngenxeba – to breathe through the wound. How our lungs enact somatic breathing by tracing the vascular systems of survival\, cultural recovery\, hope\, courage\, and strength in the quest to stay in the rhythm of our breath and thus life. Ukuphefumla – to breathe\, umphefumlo – the spirit\, attends to a place of altered and interrupted destiny. The compositions of how to breathe in breathlessness are embodied in toyi-toyi\, the southern African dance used in political protests or in voguing movements used in queer culture – the life that pulses in exaltation below our feet\, opening a portal to Aliveness. This practice of breathing in situ\, being in ritual with oneself\, is a profound expression of insistence.  \nRehearsal: A rehearsal is a session of exercise\, a drill\, a dry run\, or a practice in preparation for a ceremony. It involves repetition to align\, figuring out interpretation\, mapping pathways\, and creating contingency plans. It is an attempt or experiment to reveal something about the world in the near future time.  \nImprovisation\, Jazz and the Black Tradition: Improvisation serves as a compass—composing\, arranging\, and executing without preparation. It involves off-the-cuff creativity\, imagination\, and skill mastery. It’s about creating rhythms and frequencies\, composing notes from the haikus of our existence. Jazz\, as a Black tradition of improvisation\, is birthed from ancient traditions of wailing. This reappears through horn instruments that require a deep breath\, mimicking the throat as a vocal cord. Jazz embodies the mode of rehearsal as improvised philosophies\, crafting compositions on how to breathe in breathlessness where even wailing is a form of breathing! 
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/the-stellenbosch-triennale-2025-bazinzile-a-rehearsal-for-breathing-2025-02-22/
LOCATION:Western Cape
CATEGORIES:Art,Art & Music,Culture & Living History,Entertainment,Environmental,Food & Drink,History,Lifestyle,Music,Outdoor,Talk,Theatre
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SUMMARY:The Stellenbosch Triennale 2025 | BA’ZINZILE: A Rehearsal for Breathing.
DESCRIPTION:UKU’ZINZA: an invocation from the Nguni people that speaks to being grounded\, being calm.  Stillness is a mechanism for survival\, a strategy for imagination\, and an ability and persistence.  In a world losing its breath\, where breathlessness pervades\, we witness the tremors in our bodies and the depths we must dive to sustain life. This exhibition explores Breath and  Breathing through states of duress and ongoing extractions\, using Rehearsal as a mode of  Improvised philosophies.  \nBreath: Breathing is a fundamental act: taking air into the lungs and expelling it\, exchanging oxygen for carbon dioxide. Breath manifests in various forms: puff\, pant\, gasp\, wheeze\, blow\,  sigh\, impart\, imbue\, transfuse\, murmur\, whisper\, utter. Breathing is about continuing\, persisting\, insisting\, remaining\, holding\, being present\, and having a place. How have our breath been disturbed\, disrupted and dislocated? How have we sustained ourselves throughout these interruptions?  \nBreathing through States of Duress: We breathe through the duress of histories of colonialism\, enslavement\, apartheid\, wars and ongoing genocides\, wounded by its impacts and suffocating under its weight. Yet\, we Insist\, on finding ways to Improvise our breath\, our Aliveness\, and our existence.  \nRespiration: Breathing in states of duress and harm\, ukuphefumla ngenxeba – to breathe through the wound. How our lungs enact somatic breathing by tracing the vascular systems of survival\, cultural recovery\, hope\, courage\, and strength in the quest to stay in the rhythm of our breath and thus life. Ukuphefumla – to breathe\, umphefumlo – the spirit\, attends to a place of altered and interrupted destiny. The compositions of how to breathe in breathlessness are embodied in toyi-toyi\, the southern African dance used in political protests or in voguing movements used in queer culture – the life that pulses in exaltation below our feet\, opening a portal to Aliveness. This practice of breathing in situ\, being in ritual with oneself\, is a profound expression of insistence.  \nRehearsal: A rehearsal is a session of exercise\, a drill\, a dry run\, or a practice in preparation for a ceremony. It involves repetition to align\, figuring out interpretation\, mapping pathways\, and creating contingency plans. It is an attempt or experiment to reveal something about the world in the near future time.  \nImprovisation\, Jazz and the Black Tradition: Improvisation serves as a compass—composing\, arranging\, and executing without preparation. It involves off-the-cuff creativity\, imagination\, and skill mastery. It’s about creating rhythms and frequencies\, composing notes from the haikus of our existence. Jazz\, as a Black tradition of improvisation\, is birthed from ancient traditions of wailing. This reappears through horn instruments that require a deep breath\, mimicking the throat as a vocal cord. Jazz embodies the mode of rehearsal as improvised philosophies\, crafting compositions on how to breathe in breathlessness where even wailing is a form of breathing! 
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/the-stellenbosch-triennale-2025-bazinzile-a-rehearsal-for-breathing-2025-02-21/
LOCATION:Western Cape
CATEGORIES:Art,Art & Music,Culture & Living History,Entertainment,Environmental,Food & Drink,History,Lifestyle,Music,Outdoor,Talk,Theatre
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SUMMARY:The Stellenbosch Triennale 2025 | BA’ZINZILE: A Rehearsal for Breathing.
DESCRIPTION:UKU’ZINZA: an invocation from the Nguni people that speaks to being grounded\, being calm.  Stillness is a mechanism for survival\, a strategy for imagination\, and an ability and persistence.  In a world losing its breath\, where breathlessness pervades\, we witness the tremors in our bodies and the depths we must dive to sustain life. This exhibition explores Breath and  Breathing through states of duress and ongoing extractions\, using Rehearsal as a mode of  Improvised philosophies.  \nBreath: Breathing is a fundamental act: taking air into the lungs and expelling it\, exchanging oxygen for carbon dioxide. Breath manifests in various forms: puff\, pant\, gasp\, wheeze\, blow\,  sigh\, impart\, imbue\, transfuse\, murmur\, whisper\, utter. Breathing is about continuing\, persisting\, insisting\, remaining\, holding\, being present\, and having a place. How have our breath been disturbed\, disrupted and dislocated? How have we sustained ourselves throughout these interruptions?  \nBreathing through States of Duress: We breathe through the duress of histories of colonialism\, enslavement\, apartheid\, wars and ongoing genocides\, wounded by its impacts and suffocating under its weight. Yet\, we Insist\, on finding ways to Improvise our breath\, our Aliveness\, and our existence.  \nRespiration: Breathing in states of duress and harm\, ukuphefumla ngenxeba – to breathe through the wound. How our lungs enact somatic breathing by tracing the vascular systems of survival\, cultural recovery\, hope\, courage\, and strength in the quest to stay in the rhythm of our breath and thus life. Ukuphefumla – to breathe\, umphefumlo – the spirit\, attends to a place of altered and interrupted destiny. The compositions of how to breathe in breathlessness are embodied in toyi-toyi\, the southern African dance used in political protests or in voguing movements used in queer culture – the life that pulses in exaltation below our feet\, opening a portal to Aliveness. This practice of breathing in situ\, being in ritual with oneself\, is a profound expression of insistence.  \nRehearsal: A rehearsal is a session of exercise\, a drill\, a dry run\, or a practice in preparation for a ceremony. It involves repetition to align\, figuring out interpretation\, mapping pathways\, and creating contingency plans. It is an attempt or experiment to reveal something about the world in the near future time.  \nImprovisation\, Jazz and the Black Tradition: Improvisation serves as a compass—composing\, arranging\, and executing without preparation. It involves off-the-cuff creativity\, imagination\, and skill mastery. It’s about creating rhythms and frequencies\, composing notes from the haikus of our existence. Jazz\, as a Black tradition of improvisation\, is birthed from ancient traditions of wailing. This reappears through horn instruments that require a deep breath\, mimicking the throat as a vocal cord. Jazz embodies the mode of rehearsal as improvised philosophies\, crafting compositions on how to breathe in breathlessness where even wailing is a form of breathing! 
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/the-stellenbosch-triennale-2025-bazinzile-a-rehearsal-for-breathing-2025-02-20/
LOCATION:Western Cape
CATEGORIES:Art,Art & Music,Culture & Living History,Entertainment,Environmental,Food & Drink,History,Lifestyle,Music,Outdoor,Talk,Theatre
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SUMMARY:The Stellenbosch Triennale 2025 | BA’ZINZILE: A Rehearsal for Breathing.
DESCRIPTION:UKU’ZINZA: an invocation from the Nguni people that speaks to being grounded\, being calm.  Stillness is a mechanism for survival\, a strategy for imagination\, and an ability and persistence.  In a world losing its breath\, where breathlessness pervades\, we witness the tremors in our bodies and the depths we must dive to sustain life. This exhibition explores Breath and  Breathing through states of duress and ongoing extractions\, using Rehearsal as a mode of  Improvised philosophies.  \nBreath: Breathing is a fundamental act: taking air into the lungs and expelling it\, exchanging oxygen for carbon dioxide. Breath manifests in various forms: puff\, pant\, gasp\, wheeze\, blow\,  sigh\, impart\, imbue\, transfuse\, murmur\, whisper\, utter. Breathing is about continuing\, persisting\, insisting\, remaining\, holding\, being present\, and having a place. How have our breath been disturbed\, disrupted and dislocated? How have we sustained ourselves throughout these interruptions?  \nBreathing through States of Duress: We breathe through the duress of histories of colonialism\, enslavement\, apartheid\, wars and ongoing genocides\, wounded by its impacts and suffocating under its weight. Yet\, we Insist\, on finding ways to Improvise our breath\, our Aliveness\, and our existence.  \nRespiration: Breathing in states of duress and harm\, ukuphefumla ngenxeba – to breathe through the wound. How our lungs enact somatic breathing by tracing the vascular systems of survival\, cultural recovery\, hope\, courage\, and strength in the quest to stay in the rhythm of our breath and thus life. Ukuphefumla – to breathe\, umphefumlo – the spirit\, attends to a place of altered and interrupted destiny. The compositions of how to breathe in breathlessness are embodied in toyi-toyi\, the southern African dance used in political protests or in voguing movements used in queer culture – the life that pulses in exaltation below our feet\, opening a portal to Aliveness. This practice of breathing in situ\, being in ritual with oneself\, is a profound expression of insistence.  \nRehearsal: A rehearsal is a session of exercise\, a drill\, a dry run\, or a practice in preparation for a ceremony. It involves repetition to align\, figuring out interpretation\, mapping pathways\, and creating contingency plans. It is an attempt or experiment to reveal something about the world in the near future time.  \nImprovisation\, Jazz and the Black Tradition: Improvisation serves as a compass—composing\, arranging\, and executing without preparation. It involves off-the-cuff creativity\, imagination\, and skill mastery. It’s about creating rhythms and frequencies\, composing notes from the haikus of our existence. Jazz\, as a Black tradition of improvisation\, is birthed from ancient traditions of wailing. This reappears through horn instruments that require a deep breath\, mimicking the throat as a vocal cord. Jazz embodies the mode of rehearsal as improvised philosophies\, crafting compositions on how to breathe in breathlessness where even wailing is a form of breathing! 
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/the-stellenbosch-triennale-2025-bazinzile-a-rehearsal-for-breathing/
LOCATION:Western Cape
CATEGORIES:Art,Art & Music,Culture & Living History,Entertainment,Environmental,Food & Drink,History,Lifestyle,Music,Outdoor,Talk,Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250215T190000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250215T210000
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SUMMARY:Andrew Young -Valentines @ Somerbosch Wines
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate love this Valentine’s Day with a romantic evening of world-class music\, exquisite wines\, and breathtaking views at Somerbosch Wines\, Stellenbosch. Join us for a special performance by Andrew Young\, the internationally acclaimed saxophonist\, as he serenades you with soulful melodies and timeless romantic hits. Enjoy an unforgettable night under the stars with your loved one\, complete with delicious wine\, gourmet dinner\, and the smooth\, captivating sounds of Andrew Young’s saxophone. Dinner & Show R1000 Tickets are limited\, so be sure to book early!
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/andrew-young-valentines-somerbosch-wines/
LOCATION:Somerbosch\, R44 towards Somerset West\, Stellenbosch\, Western Cape\, 7600\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Art & Music,Entertainment,Food & Drink,Music,Wine Route
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250214T180000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250214T230000
DTSTAMP:20250128T134511Z
CREATED:20250128T134511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T134511Z
UID:73306-1739556000-1739574000@vs.sketchup.co.za
SUMMARY:Valentine’s Day Stefan’s Restaurant Experience | Erinvale Estate Hotel & Spa
DESCRIPTION:Valentine’s Day Stefan’s Restaurant Experience Savour a romantic Seven-course Fine Dining experience with enchanting violin melodies by Renate Riedemann in our award-winning restaurant. • Let the beauty of Erinvale Estate Hotel & Spa and the charm of the winelands create the perfect backdrop for your love story. • Available: 14 February 2025 • Book within 24 hours to secure your spot! Click here for our Valentine’s Day menu. Book your unforgettable Valentine’s experience now at hotel@erinvale.co.za or +27 21 847 1160
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/valentines-day-stefans-restaurant-experience-erinvale-estate-hotel-spa/
LOCATION:Stefan’s Restaurant\, Erinvale Hotel & Spa\, Somerset West\, Western Cape\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Art & Music,Entertainment,Explore,Food & Drink,Lifestyle,Music,Wine Route
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250214T180000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250214T210000
DTSTAMP:20250128T152748Z
CREATED:20250128T152748Z
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SUMMARY:Putt-Putt & Picnic Date | Hazendal
DESCRIPTION:For the more adventurous\, start your evening with a lively round of putt-putt for two\, where a little friendly competition can set the stage for a memorable evening.  Once the champion has been crowned\, unwind with a romantic picnic for two\, complete with a Hazendal Cap Classique Cocktail and live entertainment.  Adventure meets romance under starlit skies! \nR1950 per couple \nhttps://www.hazendal.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Hazendal-Valentines-Picnic-menu-digital.pdf
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/putt-putt-picnic-date-hazendal/
LOCATION:Hazendal Estate\, Bottelary Road\, M23\, Koelenhof\, Stellenbosch\, 7566
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Explore,Lifestyle,Wine Route
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250214T040000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250214T200000
DTSTAMP:20250204T100935Z
CREATED:20250203T115058Z
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SUMMARY:Valentine's Day Sundowners | Simonsig
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate love this Valentine’s with: A refreshing welcome drink Live music to set the mood by our favourite vibey saxophonist A delicious platter to share A bottle of Kaapse Vonkel Brut All of this for just R499 for two people Call 021 888 4915 or email tastingroom@simonsig.co.za to secure your seat!\n\n\n\nR499 for two people
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/valentines-day-sundowners-simonsig/
LOCATION:Simonsig Wine Estate\, Kromme Rhee Road\, Stellenbosch\, Western Cape\, 7600
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Explore,Food & Drink,Lifestyle,Wine Route
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250202T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250202T170000
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SUMMARY:Harvest Festival celebrating Muratie’s 340th anniversary
DESCRIPTION:HARVEST FESTIVAL 2025 \n Join us for a memorable Harvest Festival celebrating Muratie’s 340th anniversary on February 1st and 2nd! Savour award-winning wines steeped in history\, cheese platters\, and seasonal dishes from our kitchen. Enjoy unique experiences like grape stomping\, tractor rides\, vineyard walks\, and live music. Relax with lawn games or indulge in wine tastings – all set against the stunning landscape of Muratie. This special weekend promises fun\, flavours\, and festivities for all. \n Live Music\nRelax under our ancient oak trees while enjoying live performances by the KJBB Band on both days. \nCulinary Delights\nSavour award-winning Muratie wines and indulge in delectable dishes from the Muratie Farm Kitchen\, available from 10:00 to 15:30 with a special festival menu. \nCurated Tastings\nPrebook a unique wine tasting experience in our Tasting Room (additional charge). \nFestival Details \n\nDate: February 1 & 2\, 2025\nTime: Gates open at 10:00\nSeating: First come\, first served. Bring a picnic blanket for the lawn.\nKitchen Hours: 10:00–15:30\n\nActivities (included in your ticket) \n\nGrape stomping\nWine tasting\nTractor rides\nHistoric walks\nLive music\n\nTickets \n\nGeneral Admission: R295\nChildren under 12: R100\n\nTickets are valid for one day only and cannot be transferred to another day. Ensure you select the correct date when booking
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/harvest-festival-celebrating-muraties-340th-anniversary-2025-02-02/
LOCATION:Muratie Wine Estate\, Knorhoek Rd\, Koelenhof\, Stellenbosch\, Western Cape\, 7605\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Art,Art & Music,Culture & Living History,Entertainment,Explore,Family,Food & Drink,History,Lifestyle,Music,Outdoor,Shopping,Students,Trail Run,Wine Route
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250201T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250201T170000
DTSTAMP:20250106T085604Z
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SUMMARY:Harvest Festival celebrating Muratie’s 340th anniversary
DESCRIPTION:HARVEST FESTIVAL 2025 \n Join us for a memorable Harvest Festival celebrating Muratie’s 340th anniversary on February 1st and 2nd! Savour award-winning wines steeped in history\, cheese platters\, and seasonal dishes from our kitchen. Enjoy unique experiences like grape stomping\, tractor rides\, vineyard walks\, and live music. Relax with lawn games or indulge in wine tastings – all set against the stunning landscape of Muratie. This special weekend promises fun\, flavours\, and festivities for all. \n Live Music\nRelax under our ancient oak trees while enjoying live performances by the KJBB Band on both days. \nCulinary Delights\nSavour award-winning Muratie wines and indulge in delectable dishes from the Muratie Farm Kitchen\, available from 10:00 to 15:30 with a special festival menu. \nCurated Tastings\nPrebook a unique wine tasting experience in our Tasting Room (additional charge). \nFestival Details \n\nDate: February 1 & 2\, 2025\nTime: Gates open at 10:00\nSeating: First come\, first served. Bring a picnic blanket for the lawn.\nKitchen Hours: 10:00–15:30\n\nActivities (included in your ticket) \n\nGrape stomping\nWine tasting\nTractor rides\nHistoric walks\nLive music\n\nTickets \n\nGeneral Admission: R295\nChildren under 12: R100\n\nTickets are valid for one day only and cannot be transferred to another day. Ensure you select the correct date when booking
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/harvest-festival-celebrating-muraties-340th-anniversary/
LOCATION:Muratie Wine Estate\, Knorhoek Rd\, Koelenhof\, Stellenbosch\, Western Cape\, 7605\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Art,Art & Music,Culture & Living History,Entertainment,Explore,Family,Food & Drink,History,Lifestyle,Music,Outdoor,Shopping,Students,Trail Run,Wine Route
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