Friday 13 September 2024 09:30-11:30 Matie Voices – In conversation with an influential alumna Michélle van Breda, editor of Sarie magazine, reflects on 75 years of Sarie and her career. Sarie, the famous and popular women’s magazine, will commemorate her 75th anniversary later this year. Michélle van Breda, a Matie, has been editor of this […]
12:30-14:30 Matie Voices – In conversation with influential alumni “Inside The Thabo Bester Escape” – Brave Maties told this important story Speakers: Former Justice Edwin Cameron, Daniel Steyn and Marecia Damons Venue: Alumni Clubhouse, Coetzenburg, Stellenbosch Cost: R100 per person (includes refreshments)
18:00 Maties Soirée at the Alumni Clubhouse Join fellow Maties for a jolly and relaxing social gathering at the Alumni Clubhouse. A line-up of Maties artists will perform during the evening, and a variety of food and drinks will be on offer. Venue: Alumni Clubhouse, Coetzenburg, Stellenbosch Cost: R100 per person (food and drinks for […]
Join our Republique Cafe baristas for a taste-bud thrilling cupping experience to enhance your coffee knowledge, appreciation and skill. Our trained baristas will guide you through a systematic and sensory-intensive method to evaluate the aroma and flavour profile of several specialty coffees. You will learn how to appreciate the complexities of different coffees and make […]
11:00-15:00 Maties Alumni Winemakers Showcase - Sponsored by Standard Bank The finest Matie winemakers will showcase their best products. There is no need for a wine tour! Just visit the Alumni Clubhouse and experience the best wines from our talented viticulturists – all in one place. Participating wine farms: Delheim, Muratie , Guardian Peak, Stellenbosch […]
18:30-21:00 Matieland Concert The Matieland Concert in the Endler Hall is the grand finale of the Homecoming Weekend. Join us as we celebrate the artistic talents and creativity of some artists in our Matie network. Venue: Endler Concert Hall, SU Conservatorium, Victoria Street, Stellenbosch Cost: R200 per person Artists: Sue Pyler (storyteller and master of […]
Embrace the cozy vibes of winter and indulge in a culinary delight with Kunjani's Sunday Roasts, available every Sunday from June 23rd to September 29th. Treat yourself to a hearty three-course meal featuring salads and pates, a mouthwatering roast with all the trimmings, and a delectable dessert, all for just R395 per person. With only […]
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 […]
The class includes an insightful, guided walk through the Babylonstoren garden to see the thousands of clivias growing in the shade of our wild olive trees, as well as the many other indigenous bulbs in our nursery collections. Before enjoying lunch in the Greenhouse Restaurant, you’ll be able to put your newly acquired knowledge and […]
The Wednesday Art Walkabouts is an initiative of the University Museum to educate and to share its art collections with the public. The Wednesday Art Walkabouts are free to members of the public and will be hosted at the Stellenbosch University Museum, 52 Ryneveld Street, Stellenbosch. Date: Wednesday, 18 September 2024 Theme: Inside/Out Time: 13:00 […]