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SUMMARY:Spring decor from the garden - Babylonstoren
DESCRIPTION:We celebrate the new season in true Babylonstoren style by harvesting seasonal vegetables and blossoms to use as farm-style decor. We invite you into our festive venues to explore different plant-based decorative styles for the table and to share as gifts. Each guest will go home with a herb posy or bouquet of their own creation. Steaming coffee from the Lekker Room is served upon arrival. Lunch at the Tasting Room is included.
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/spring-decor-from-the-garden-babylonstoren-3/
LOCATION:Babylonstoren\, Babylonstoren Klapmuts/Simodium Road\, Stellenbosch\, Western Cape\, 7600\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Environmental,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240903T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240903T153000
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SUMMARY:Spring decor from the garden - Babylonstoren
DESCRIPTION:We celebrate the new season in true Babylonstoren style by harvesting seasonal vegetables and blossoms to use as farm-style decor. We invite you into our festive venues to explore different plant-based decorative styles for the table and to share as gifts. Each guest will go home with a herb posy or bouquet of their own creation. Steaming coffee from the Lekker Room is served upon arrival. Lunch at the Tasting Room is included.
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/spring-decor-from-the-garden-babylonstoren-4/
LOCATION:Babylonstoren\, Babylonstoren Klapmuts/Simodium Road\, Stellenbosch\, Western Cape\, 7600\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Environmental,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240827T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240827T153000
DTSTAMP:20240826T132724Z
CREATED:20240720T084748Z
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SUMMARY:Distilling Cape chamomile and essential oils | Babylonstoren
DESCRIPTION:In the Scented Room\, guests will be able to see the steam-distilling process that captures the natural essence of the plant. Guided by Babylonstoren’s in-house compounder\, Gavin Hendriks\, you’ll be able to create your own body products to take home\, using a selection of our essential oils. Steaming coffee from the Lekker Room is served upon arrival. Lunch in the Tasting Room is included.
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/distilling-cape-chamomile-and-essential-oils-babylonstoren/
LOCATION:Babylonstoren\, Babylonstoren Klapmuts/Simodium Road\, Stellenbosch\, Western Cape\, 7600\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Environmental,health and wellness,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240822T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240822T150000
DTSTAMP:20240720T082611Z
CREATED:20240720T082443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240720T082611Z
UID:71649-1724320800-1724338800@vs.sketchup.co.za
SUMMARY:Forage for indigenous veld foods |  Babylonstoren
DESCRIPTION:We start the day with a walk through the garden. Botanist Ernst van Jaarsveld will share his vast knowledge of South Africa’s indigenous edibles\, showing guests how to recognise seasonal plants that they can pick and nibble on. We will also learn how to propagate these edible varieties to take home and plant there. Our guests are invited to a demo and lunch hosted by head chef Schalk Vlok\, inspired by the indigenous food plants discussed in the workshop. Steaming coffee from the Lekker Room is served upon arrival. Lunch in the Old Bakery is included.
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/forage-for-indigenous-veld-foods-babylonstoren-2/
LOCATION:Babylonstoren\, Babylonstoren Klapmuts/Simodium Road\, Stellenbosch\, Western Cape\, 7600\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Environmental,Explore,Lifestyle,Outdoor,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240816T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240816T170000
DTSTAMP:20240816T112042Z
CREATED:20240816T111914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T112042Z
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SUMMARY:Veg on fire! Get grilling with our Babel head chef
DESCRIPTION:Every action at Babylonstoren is guided by the ever-changing tapestry of our magnificent garden. With the arrival of spring\, we celebrate a new season with an array of interesting veggies. These are elevated in true South African spirit with the addition of smoke and fire! We’ll kick off in the garden to harvest what’s in season before heading to the Old Bakery to light the fires and explore ways to prepare veg over the coals. Steaming coffee from the Lekker Room is served upon arrival. Lunch at the Old Bakery is included.
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/veg-on-fire-get-grilling-with-our-babel-head-chef/
LOCATION:Western Cape
CATEGORIES:Culture & Living History,Environmental,Outdoor,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240815T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240815T120000
DTSTAMP:20240720T075943Z
CREATED:20240720T075656Z
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SUMMARY:Winter farm to table with blood oranges |  Babylonstoren
DESCRIPTION:Fresh produce expert Didi Brink will share her experience with a tasting of the various blood orange cultivars\, including Tarocco\, Ippolito and Moro. We’ll use the blood orange harvest to make a few seasonal creations in our Old Bakery farm kitchen. Have you ever tasted a winter salad with blood orange\, authentic water buffalo mozzarella and olive oil? Now is your chance. Steaming coffee from the Lekker Room is served upon arrival. Lunch in the Tasting Room is included.
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/winter-farm-to-table-with-blood-oranges-babylonstoren/
LOCATION:Babylonstoren\, Babylonstoren Klapmuts/Simodium Road\, Stellenbosch\, Western Cape\, 7600\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Environmental,Food & Drink,Lifestyle,Outdoor,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240814T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240814T153000
DTSTAMP:20240720T075326Z
CREATED:20240720T075203Z
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SUMMARY:Encounter the beautiful world of fynbos |  Babylonstoren
DESCRIPTION:Of the six floral kingdoms in the world\, the Cape’s iconic fynbos region is the smallest and richest\, with the highest known concentration of plant species within its perimeters. This is your chance to experience Babylonstoren’s beautiful fynbos fields up close\, in a sensory experience guided by master botanist\, Ernst van Jaarsveld\, and Babylonstoren conservation ecologist and entomologist\, Arné Stander. Steaming coffee from the Lekker Room is served upon arrival. Lunch at the Greenhouse is included.
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/encounter-the-beautiful-world-of-fynbos-babylonstoren-2/
LOCATION:Western Cape
CATEGORIES:Environmental,Lifestyle,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240807T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240807T153000
DTSTAMP:20240720T074513Z
CREATED:20240720T074513Z
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SUMMARY:Encounter the fascinating world of rocks\, stone tools and rock gongs |  Babylonstoren
DESCRIPTION:Babylonstoren’s rock collection is as fascinating as it is diverse. It represents hand-selected rocks from the Western and Northern Cape\, each with its own history and characteristics. In this workshop\, we’ll explore their variously shaped weathering patterns resulting in nature’s works of art\, representing both sedimentary\, igneous and metamorphic processes. This is your chance to experience Babylonstoren’s rock collection up close\, guided by experts Ernst van Jaarsveld and Willem Pretorius. Steaming coffee from the Lekker Room is served upon arrival. Lunch in the Greenhouse is included.
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/encounter-the-fascinating-world-of-rocks-stone-tools-and-rock-gongs-babylonstoren-2/
LOCATION:Babylonstoren\, Babylonstoren Klapmuts/Simodium Road\, Stellenbosch\, Western Cape\, 7600\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Culture & Living History,Environmental,History,Lifestyle,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240730T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240730T100000
DTSTAMP:20240531T074333Z
CREATED:20240531T074133Z
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SUMMARY:Craft your own homemade soaps |  Babylonstoren
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to make your own natural soap using Babylonstoren’s olive and essential oils as inspiration. Creating and blending different products such as balms and moisturisers may also be explored if time permits. Guests get to take home their own creations at the end of the day. Steaming coffee from the Lekker Room is served upon arrival. Lunch at the Tasting Room is included. \n \n 
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/craft-your-own-homemade-soaps-babylonstoren-4/
LOCATION:Babylonstoren\, Babylonstoren Klapmuts/Simodium Road\, Stellenbosch\, Western Cape\, 7600\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Environmental,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240723T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240723T153000
DTSTAMP:20240531T080330Z
CREATED:20240531T080330Z
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SUMMARY:Compost 101: Let’s get down and dirty | Babylonstoren
DESCRIPTION:This hands-on workshop is led by our head gardener\, Alex Bosman\, who will share all his secrets on how to make several different types of compost through the selection of different types of materials and ingredients. By the end of the day\, you’ll better understand the use of compost as a tool to support the fertility of your soil and how carbon is cycled by nature. Steaming coffee from the Lekker Room is served upon arrival. Lunch in the Spice House is included.
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/compost-101-lets-get-down-and-dirty-babylonstoren/
LOCATION:Babylonstoren\, Babylonstoren Klapmuts/Simodium Road\, Stellenbosch\, Western Cape\, 7600\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Environmental,Outdoor,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240716T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240716T160000
DTSTAMP:20240716T134226Z
CREATED:20240716T134207Z
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SUMMARY:Regenerative Vineyard Tour and Tasting | Hartenberg Wine Estate
DESCRIPTION:Reconnect with nature and unearth the secrets hidden in our soil on this Regenerative Vineyard Tour and Tasting\, hosted by Hartenberg’s viticulturalist and South Africa’s father of Regenerative Viticulture\, Wilhelm Joubert. Watch our Ankole\, Dexter\, and Nguni herds graze the vineyards\, and see firsthand the beauty brought on by our practices. After the tour\, delight your taste buds with a tasting of our exemplary wines\, perfectly paired with a Grazing Platter to share. \nTour is weather dependent
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/regenerative-vineyard-tour-and-tasting-hartenberg-wine-estate/
LOCATION:Hartenberg WIne Estate\, Bottelary Rd\, Koelenhof\, Stellenbosch\, western Cape\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Environmental,History,Lifestyle,Outdoor,Wine Route
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240710T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240710T153000
DTSTAMP:20240527T144116Z
CREATED:20240527T144116Z
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SUMMARY:Explore the magic world of mushrooms | Babylonstoren
DESCRIPTION:Spend the day with Babylonstoren’s head gardener\, Alex Bosman\, to discover more about the functions and uses of fungi in our garden. Alex will also share and demonstrate a few tricks to cultivate beautiful oyster mushrooms and under his guidance\, you’ll fill your own logs with shiitake plugs\, to grow (and harvest!) at home. Steaming coffee from the Lekker Room is served upon arrival. Lunch at the Spice House is included. \n \n 
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/explore-the-magic-world-of-mushrooms-babylonstoren/
LOCATION:Babylonstoren\, Babylonstoren Klapmuts/Simodium Road\, Stellenbosch\, Western Cape\, 7600\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Environmental,Outdoor,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240625T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240625T120000
DTSTAMP:20240417T123615Z
CREATED:20240417T123615Z
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SUMMARY:Grow your own veggies (workshop for kids aged 8–12) | Babylonstoren
DESCRIPTION:Children must be accompanied by an adult. Maximum two children per adult. Adults need to book a space for themselves and cover the applicable fee.Discover frilly leaves and dig out strong root vegetables. Sow seeds\, make cuttings and start potting your own plants. By the end of this day\, you’ll have greener fingers than the Grinch who stole Christmas! You’ll also get some vegetable seedlings to take along and grow at home. Juice and light snack are included.
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/grow-your-own-veggies-workshop-for-kids-aged-8-12-babylonstoren/
LOCATION:Babylonstoren\, Babylonstoren Klapmuts/Simodium Road\, Stellenbosch\, Western Cape\, 7600\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Environmental,Family,Lifestyle,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240614T090000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240614T150000
DTSTAMP:20240509T100922Z
CREATED:20240509T100922Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Mushroom Immersion |  Delheim Wine Estate
DESCRIPTION:Mushroom-lovers and nature enthusiasts will this year once again have the opportunity to experience a week-end dedicated to foraging for wild mushrooms in the forests of the renowned Delheim Wine Estate in Stellenbosch with an expert guide\, as well as experiencing various culinary delights accompanied by the Estate’s award winning wines. Delheim’s mountain pine forests are home to over 20 species of wild mushrooms and on Friday 14 and Saturday 15 June this well-known wine farm on Stellenbosch’s Simonsberg will be welcoming new and experienced mushroom foragers to get out and collect their own mushrooms\, after which a delicious lunch.
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/annual-mushroom-immersion-delheim-wine-estate/
LOCATION:Delheim\, Delheim Wine Farm\, Stellenbosch
CATEGORIES:Environmental,Lifestyle,Outdoor,Wine Route
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240610T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240610T153000
DTSTAMP:20240417T114753Z
CREATED:20240417T114753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T114753Z
UID:70281-1718013600-1718033400@vs.sketchup.co.za
SUMMARY:Craft your own homemade soaps |  Babylonstoren
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to make your own natural soap using Babylonstoren’s olive and essential oils as inspiration.The experience kicks off with a visit to our farm’s aromatic fields to harvest rosemary\, lavender or rose geranium. In the Scented Room\, you’ll learn how essential oils are distilled before using these in your own soap. Practical advice on the intricacies of natural soapmaking\, such as infusing\, preparing and casting soap will be shared by Babylonstoren’s in-house compounder. Steaming coffee from the Lekker Room is served upon arrival. Lunch at the Tasting Room is included.
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/craft-your-own-homemade-soaps-babylonstoren-3/
LOCATION:Babylonstoren\, Babylonstoren Klapmuts/Simodium Road\, Stellenbosch\, Western Cape\, 7600\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Environmental,health and wellness,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240605T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240605T153000
DTSTAMP:20240417T080305Z
CREATED:20240417T080305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T080305Z
UID:70259-1717581600-1717601400@vs.sketchup.co.za
SUMMARY:Unlock the diversity of indigenous succulents | Babylonstoren
DESCRIPTION:Learn to cultivate\, propagate and design a succulent garden under the keen and knowledgeable guidance of Ernst van Jaarsveld\, our resident botanist. After walking through our cycad garden to look at various succulent ground covers and species\, Ernst will share his top succulent tips during an illustrated talk in the garden lecture room. During the afternoon\, you’ll get hands-on and learn how to grow your own collection of succulents from seeds and cuttings. Steaming coffee from the Lekker Room is served upon arrival. Lunch at the Greenhouse Restaurant is included.
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/unlock-the-diversity-of-indigenous-succulents-babylonstoren-2/
LOCATION:Babylonstoren\, Babylonstoren Klapmuts/Simodium Road\, Stellenbosch\, Western Cape\, 7600\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Environmental,Lifestyle,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240522T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240522T153000
DTSTAMP:20240326T141747Z
CREATED:20240326T141747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T141747Z
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SUMMARY:Combat garden pests\, naturally |  Babylonstoren
DESCRIPTION:Toss out the pesticides! Our botanist\, Ernst van Jaarsveld\, and entomologist\, Arné Stander\, will teach you how to plan a garden ecosystem that encourages predatory birds\, insects\, spiders and other garden animals to restore the balance in your garden – the way nature intended. Steaming coffee from the Lekker Room is served upon arrival. Lunch at the Greenhouse Restaurant is included.
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/combat-garden-pests-naturally-babylonstoren/
LOCATION:Babylonstoren\, Babylonstoren Klapmuts/Simodium Road\, Stellenbosch\, Western Cape\, 7600\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Environmental,Lifestyle
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240417T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240417T153000
DTSTAMP:20240225T172055Z
CREATED:20240225T172055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240225T172055Z
UID:69749-1713348000-1713367800@vs.sketchup.co.za
SUMMARY:Explore the world of Babylonstoren’s olives
DESCRIPTION:Take a stroll through the olive orchards with farmer Ian de Villiers who will explain how to grow\, maintain and harvest olives. We then move from orchard to press as Petrus van Eeden\, our resident olive man\, explains the production process. Once you understand how olives are grown\, you’ll delve into different olive oil varieties for cooking and dunking. A tasting of this season’s fresh olive oils will follow. Finally\, Petrus will share his tried-and-tested methods for preserving your own olives. Steaming coffee from the Lekker Room is served upon arrival. Lunch at the Spice House is included.
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/explore-the-world-of-babylonstorens-olives-2/
LOCATION:Babylonstoren\, Babylonstoren Klapmuts/Simodium Road\, Stellenbosch\, Western Cape\, 7600\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Environmental,Explore,Food & Drink,History,Lifestyle,Outdoor
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240410T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240410T173000
DTSTAMP:20240223T160432Z
CREATED:20240223T160432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240223T160432Z
UID:69746-1712743200-1712770200@vs.sketchup.co.za
SUMMARY:Explore the world of Babylonstoren’s olives
DESCRIPTION:Take a stroll through the olive orchards with farmer Ian de Villiers who will explain how to grow\, maintain and harvest olives. We then move from orchard to press as Petrus van Eeden\, our resident olive man\, explains the production process. Once you understand how olives are grown\, you’ll delve into different olive oil varieties for cooking and dunking. A tasting of this season’s fresh olive oils will follow. Finally\, Petrus will share his tried-and-tested methods for preserving your own olives. Steaming coffee from the Lekker Room is served upon arrival. Lunch at the Spice House is included.
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/explore-the-world-of-babylonstorens-olives/
LOCATION:Babylonstoren\, Babylonstoren Klapmuts/Simodium Road\, Stellenbosch\, Western Cape\, 7600\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Environmental,Explore,Food & Drink,History,Lifestyle,Outdoor
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240406T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240406T190000
DTSTAMP:20240209T140849Z
CREATED:20240209T140312Z
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SUMMARY:DIE WYN & WILDSFEES | Sandringham Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join us to revel in DIE WYN & WILDSFEES\, situated amidst the splendor of South Africa’s most beautiful town. An occasion that strives to forge a harmonious connection between humanity and wildlife\, all within the embrace of the Stellenbosch. We extend a sincere invitation for you to be part of our inaugural Wyn & Wildsfees\, taking place from April 6th to April 7th\, 2024. An opportunity where passion meets purpose in the heart of Cape Town’s Stellenbosch.
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/die-wyn-wildsfees/
LOCATION:Sandringham Farm\, Sandringham Farm\, Sandringham Road\, Stellenbosch
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Environmental,Family,Food & Drink,Lifestyle,Outdoor,Shopping
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240327T140000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240327T163000
DTSTAMP:20240119T144341Z
CREATED:20240119T144341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240119T144341Z
UID:69155-1711548000-1711557000@vs.sketchup.co.za
SUMMARY:Explore a bug’s life (workshop for kids; 8 - 12 years) | Babylonstoren
DESCRIPTION:Explore a bug’s life at Babylonstoren and live in your own Disney animation for a day! In this exciting class for little ones\, we’ll take a closer look at the critters and creatures that frequent our farm. Babylonstoren’s very own bug lover\, Arné Stander\, will help you seek out different insects in the garden\, sharing his secret superpowers to attract and study them up close. We’ll also learn about the different and important roles various insects play in our ecosystems\, like pollination\, pest control\, decomposition and more. We simply cannot live without them! Juice and light snack are included.
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/explore-a-bugs-life-workshop-for-kids-8-12-years-babylonstoren/
LOCATION:Babylonstoren\, Babylonstoren Klapmuts/Simodium Road\, Stellenbosch\, Western Cape\, 7600\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Environmental,Family,Food,Outdoor,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240322T160000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240322T210000
DTSTAMP:20240119T145600Z
CREATED:20240119T145600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240119T145600Z
UID:69157-1711123200-1711141200@vs.sketchup.co.za
SUMMARY:Stellenbosch Air Show | Stellenbosch Flying Club
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Stellenbosch Airshow!\nFriday 22 March features the award-winning Stellenbosch Orchestra together with great flying at 4pm until sunset.\nSaturday 23 March is fully packed with flying displays the whole day from 8am until 4pm.\nMany market-style food stalls will be available!\nDon’t miss out\, get your tickets NOW!\nQuicket is the ONLY supplier of Airshow Tickets. Follow the ticket link for more information.\nKids under the age of five enter free of charge.
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/stellenbosch-air-show-stellenbosch-flying-club/
LOCATION:stellenbosch Flying Club\, R44\, Strand\, South Africa\, WESTERN cAPE\, 7600\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:AirShow,Entertainment,Environmental,Food & Drink,Outdoor
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240306T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240306T150000
DTSTAMP:20240215T121006Z
CREATED:20240215T120833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T121006Z
UID:69607-1709719200-1709737200@vs.sketchup.co.za
SUMMARY:Basic propagation: Grow your own plants from scratch | Babylonstoren
DESCRIPTION:First\, we’ll take a stroll through the garden\, identifying the propagation methods used to multiply various plants at Babylonstoren: from cycads\, clivias\, indigenous shrubs and trees to bulbs\, succulents and aquatics. Ernst will also share his extensive knowledge through an illustrated talk in the garden lecture room.To end the day\, you’ll propagate your own easy-to-grow\, indigenous plants from seeds and cuttings to take home. Steaming coffee from the Lekker Room is served upon arrival. Lunch at the Greenhouse Restaurant is included.
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/basic-propagation-grow-your-own-plants-from-scratch-babylonstoren/
LOCATION:Babylonstoren\, Babylonstoren Klapmuts/Simodium Road\, Stellenbosch\, Western Cape\, 7600\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Environmental,Lifestyle,Outdoor,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240302T170000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240302T200000
DTSTAMP:20240215T114119Z
CREATED:20240215T113420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T114119Z
UID:69603-1709398800-1709409600@vs.sketchup.co.za
SUMMARY:Join in on a pumpkin fun day! | Babylonstoren
DESCRIPTION:As we walk through the belly of the Puff Adder\, children of all ages will learn about the different varieties of pumpkin: Turk’s turban\, flat white boerpampoen\, deep orange Cinderella\, delicious golden hubbard squash\, speckled swan\, best-to-eat muscat and\, of course\, Halloween.With the help of their parents\, children can cut\, scoop and hammer their own pumpkins into shape.As we’ll be working with sharp objects\, children must be accompanied by an adult. Maximum two children (between five and ten years old) per adult. This workshop is presented in English.
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/join-in-on-a-pumpkin-fun-day-babylonstoren/
LOCATION:Babylonstoren\, Babylonstoren Klapmuts/Simodium Road\, Stellenbosch\, Western Cape\, 7600\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Environmental,Family,Lifestyle,Outdoor,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240301T183000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240301T210000
DTSTAMP:20240214T114138Z
CREATED:20240214T113835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240214T114138Z
UID:69543-1709317800-1709326800@vs.sketchup.co.za
SUMMARY:Spier Light Art 2024
DESCRIPTION:Spier Light Art returns to our farm yet again for what is now the sixth year of the event. From 1 March to 1 April 2024\, come and illuminate your evening with 21 light and video artworks installed across the farm.\nGrab the kids\, grandparents\, aunts\, uncles\, cousins and best friends because this favourite\, annual event has a little something for everyone. It’s an interactive\, nocturnal adventure featuring experimental light\, sound and video artworks from local and international artists. And there will be plenty of good food and wine available.\nSpier Light Art is free to the public and no booking is required. All of the artworks are outside so the best time to visit is at dusk\, when the sun goes down and the lights come up.\nFood & Wine:\nPre-book your sunset picnic here (collect your picnic from 18:00 to 20:00). Click below to book: https://www.spier.co.za/food/picnics-at-spier\nThe Picnickery is open daily until 21:00 with a delicious build your own picnic offering\, great coffee and late-night treats.\nVadas Smokehouse & Bakery is open until 21:00 on Wednesday to Saturday\, booking advised.\nBubbles & Braai bar is open daily until 21:00.\nEnjoy a Spier Wine Tasting on the deck\, open daily till 18:00 with extended hours on Thursday to Saturday until 19:00 (last tasting start 1 hour before closing). Make sure to book here:\nhttps://www.spier.co.za/visit/wine-tasting
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/spier-light-art-2024/
LOCATION:Spier Wine Estate\, R310\, Lyndoch\, wc\, 7600\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Art,Culture & Living History,Environmental,Explore,Family,Food & Drink,Lifestyle,Outdoor,Sport, Outdoor & Adventure,Students,Wine Route
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240228T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240228T153000
DTSTAMP:20240110T135547Z
CREATED:20240110T135547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T135547Z
UID:69003-1709114400-1709134200@vs.sketchup.co.za
SUMMARY:Grow your own seasonal vegetables | Babylonstoren
DESCRIPTION:They will demonstrate their top growing tips and tell you more about crop rotation\, alternative methods for soil preparation\, compost\, mulches\, propagation and planting. They’ll then set you up with sufficient knowledge to plant green cover crops\, kale\, coriander\, beetroot and fennel in your own patch this coming winter season. You’ll also have the opportunity to sow some leafy greens before sitting down to lunch\, made with ingredients fresh from our garden. R1200 p.p. Steaming coffee from the Lekker Room is served upon arrival. Steaming coffee from the Lekker Room is served upon arrival. Lunch at the Greenhouse Restaurant included.
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/grow-your-own-seasonal-vegetables-babylonstoren/
LOCATION:Babylonstoren\, Babylonstoren Klapmuts/Simodium Road\, Stellenbosch\, Western Cape\, 7600\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Environmental,Lifestyle,Outdoor,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240224T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240224T120000
DTSTAMP:20240216T151312Z
CREATED:20240216T151312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240216T151312Z
UID:69653-1708768800-1708776000@vs.sketchup.co.za
SUMMARY:Coffee Cupping with Cedar | Republique
DESCRIPTION:Coffee cupping is a way to taste\, evaluate\, and compare the flavor\, quality\, and potential of a given coffee. We are thrilled to partner with Cedar Coffee Roasters who will be sharing their expertise\, single origin\, and blends with us in a free cupping. Space is limited so pop into Republique to book your spot at the table.
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/coffee-cupping-with-cedar-republique/
LOCATION:Republique\, 19A Andringa Street\, Stellenbosch\, Western Cape\, 7600\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Culture & Living History,Environmental,Food & Drink,Lifestyle
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240220T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240220T153000
DTSTAMP:20240112T111706Z
CREATED:20240112T111706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240112T111706Z
UID:69027-1708423200-1708443000@vs.sketchup.co.za
SUMMARY:Join us for healing herbal tea | Babylonstoren
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a meditative day of picking\, steeping and sipping teas in the Healing Garden. Gundula Deutschländer\, the guardian of this garden\, will give you the grounding to concoct tantalising teas and tisanes to suit any taste and ease a range of ailments. The workshop ends with a healthy lunch\, after which you can return home with cuttings of your favourite herbs. R1200 p.p. Steaming coffee from our Lekker Room is served upon arrival. Lunch in the Spice House is included.
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/join-us-for-healing-herbal-tea-babylonstoren/
LOCATION:Babylonstoren\, Babylonstoren Klapmuts/Simodium Road\, Stellenbosch\, Western Cape\, 7600\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Environmental,Explore,Lifestyle,Shopping,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240211T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240211T153000
DTSTAMP:20240225T172914Z
CREATED:20240225T172914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240225T172914Z
UID:69751-1707645600-1707665400@vs.sketchup.co.za
SUMMARY:Taste of Autumn: Quince is Queen
DESCRIPTION:We’ll start in the garden with master gardener\, Liesl van der Walt\, to see these resilient growers in their natural habitat. Guests will help harvest the bounty that we’ll use in the kitchen where farm foodie\, Louzel Steyn\, will share a few generational recipes and tricks to conquering quince. We’ll make our own traditional quince fruit rolls\, a spice-infused quince chutney as well as a sticky\, baked quince crumble to serve with Babylonstoren’s ultra-decadent water buffalo gelato. Best come hungry for this one! Steaming coffee from the Lekker Room is served upon arrival. Lunch in the Tasting Room is included.
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/taste-of-autumn-quince-is-queen/
LOCATION:Babylonstoren\, Babylonstoren Klapmuts/Simodium Road\, Stellenbosch\, Western Cape\, 7600\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Environmental,Lifestyle,Outdoor
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240207T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240207T153000
DTSTAMP:20240110T141317Z
CREATED:20240110T141317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T141317Z
UID:69010-1707300000-1707319800@vs.sketchup.co.za
SUMMARY:Waterwise gardening 101 | Babylonstoren
DESCRIPTION:We start with a stroll through Babylonstoren’s garden to learn more about the different mulches and waterwise plants used here. Once settled in the garden lecture room\, Ernst will give an illustrated talk\, during which you’ll have the opportunity to ask questions. Ernst will also guide you in propagating easy-to-grow waterwise plants from seeds and cuttings\, which you can take home. R1200 p.p. Steaming coffee from our Lekker Room is served upon arrival. Lunch at the Greenhouse Restaurant is included. \n \n 
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/waterwise-gardening-101-babylonstoren/
LOCATION:Babylonstoren\, Babylonstoren Klapmuts/Simodium Road\, Stellenbosch\, Western Cape\, 7600\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Environmental,Lifestyle,Outdoor
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