FORGET plastic trees ... select your tree from Napier Mountain ... make a donation to charity – 50% to The Child Welfare 50% to preserving the Fynbos ... (FACT: Pine trees are not indigenous to South Africa and kill Fynbos, which is ONLY found in The Western Cape?!) follow the link to Sunbird Lodge and Fynbos Reserve
Going to the farm to collect a consignment of "FuelEyes" (the guage that tells farmers how much diesel they have in their tanks) for despatch to interested parties ... looks like the video is working!
Congratulations BARRY JACOBS and his MediRite team in the Checkers Centre ... they won the BEST MEDIRITE IN THE COUNTRY award ... the Overbergers do it again! What a place to be ...
Our post of yesterday refers ... have just had an interview with Traffic Chief of Bredasdorp ... this SYSTEM IS IN PLACE ... AND ... NO MORE LEEWAY on speeding (ANY kph over limit attracts a fine) ... it is NOT a rumour ...
They have LOTS under their roof, but cannot stock everything ... BUT they'll source it AND get it for you! THAT's service for you! LOTS & LOTS of satisfied customers agree ... chat to Carlo or any of the team at HOUSE OF CARPETS, FURNITURE & APPLIANCES ... you won't be disappointed ... follow the link to http://goo.gl/lSfu7
Keep Saturday 10th December free for this one ... even if you don't have an item for valuation, the interest and fun of this will be great ... follow the link for details http://goo.gl/iyjOw
The De-Merit system is in place as from twelve o'clock last night ... points are put on scale under your ID number ... on the system for any traffic violations you can unknowingly lose your license ... follow the link and view the pdf ... http://goo.gl/LpeoK
Not in the Overberg, BUT, EDIE loves it here and visits regularly (thought you'd like to see it) ... Professional photographer specialising in weddings, portraits and commercial shoots ... please share this ... follow link
There's DRUMMING (at Eagle's Rest) ... there's THEATRE (at Teatre Diamante) ... there's CLASSICS (in Swellendam) ... there's MARKETS (all over) and and and ... follow the link to the OVERBERG EVENTS ... http://www.theoverberg.com/events/eventlist
A formal dinner-dance organised by the Swellendam Agricultural Association - for more information contact 082 083 4431 ... or follow the link http://www.theoverberg.com/events/details/480
Swellendam Interdenominational Church are holding their annual Carol Service, “Nine Lessons and Carols” on Thursday 1stDecember 2011 ... This time of community fellowship will be a celebration of songs, scripture readings and choir items, as we remember the birth of the Babe of Bethlehem ...
Some "turn-ons" have been LOUDLY broadcast, others are more subdued ... BUT the lights ARE going on ... Bredasdorp - Hermanus - Napier - Swellendam ... any others we don't know about? Tell us at info@theoverberg.com ...
An EXCELLENT opportunity to purchase handmade goods and products for Christmas gifts (and for spoiling yourself) at the KERK SAAL in Bredasdorp ... 1st to 3rd December ... SNOOZE YOU LOSE!
The Association of Retired Persons is hosting a meeting at HUIS KLIPPEDRIFT in Napier on Wednesday 30th at 10h30 ... come and enjoy tea and get more insight ...
The latest edition (28 November - 11 December) is now also available online ... ideal for those who don't receive the print version ... have a look, follow the link to http://goo.gl/G6LCp
VILLAGE MART in the Pavilion Shopping Centre have GREAT SPECIALS on in CAMPING ... TOOLS ... PETS ACCESSORIES ... GARDENING AIDS ... and more ... WORTH THE VISIT! ... follow the link http://goo.gl/xCyqJ
Go to "EASY-SEARCH IN EVERY TOWN" on our website ... all the towns pop-up and as the mouse hovers over each town, a side menu ... click on "accommodation" or "eating out" or "businesses" etc to find what you're looking for ...
Time to go BERRY PICKING in Swellendam ... or WHALE WATCHING in Hermanus ... or LISTEN TO COUNTRY CLASSICS in Barrydale ... or PICK UP A TAKEAWAY in Bredasdorp ... or HAVE A MEAL in Napier ... follow the link to the OVERBERG EVENTS and our WEBPAGE http://goo.gl/rypNa
The LAWNMOWER and CHAINSAW CLINIC team will ensure that all your machinery and tool needs for your garden or property are met ... view the advert here ... http://goo.gl/mOINq
Got the story-board all worked out ... we know where the shots will be taken ... NOW all systems GO for additions to our YouTube channel and the customer can send it to all his clients ... getting the message out!
Today, computer technology is everywhere, MOUSE MASTERY in Hermanus will help enhance the skills of anyone dealing with computers on any level ... on your computer, at your home or office ... follow the link to http://goo.gl/mi3w4
We're proud to introduce Dave de Beer and his truly AWESOME portfolio of photographs to all lovers of nature in general, and WHALES in particular ... read about Dave and his work by following the link to http://goo.gl/qib7J
ANOTHER Prize-winning photograph (Fuji Film Getaway Photography Awards) ... "Best Overall Image" AND Winner in "Animal Behaviour category" ... theoverberg.com is proud to host Kobus' work on our website ... Overbergers are SO talented! Please share this ...
What a lovely day in Hermanus ... nice people ... good company and beautiful weather ... life is "tough" in the Overberg ...
Great places to see ... lots to do ... people to meet in HERMANUS ... I might even get to see some whales ... I WILL meet the WHALE PHOTOGRAPHER - Dave de Beer ... something to look forward to!
Loads of FAMILY FUN ... tractor rides - food - entertainment - childrens activities .... AND BERRY PICKING! This was hugely popular last year ... don't miss it! A great day out for the family ... follow the link for all the details http://goo.gl/BMsYH
The bus will visit Stanford, Gansbaai, Hermanus, Buffelsjagsbaai and Pearly Beach - the crew includes counsellors, trainers, a blogger, and a Shukhumisa fieldworker. The first bus will make its way to the Overberg from 25-29 November ... follow the link for full details http://goo.gl/oy0ji
Something for the whole family over this 3 days of PLANNED PROGRAMMES in Bonnievale and surrounds ... follow the link for more information or contact Lidelle on 023 616 2795 http://goo.gl/jSccn
As a community service, the Village Post is ALSO available online ... the printed version WILL STILL BE DISTRIBUTED FOR FREE but many folk do not receive it therefore it is accessible via the internet ... this will widen the readership "footprint" to a much wider audience ... THAT'S GOOD NEWS! ... read it online, download it ... FOR FREE ... http://goo.gl/G6LCp
We have just had an AMAZING taste experience ... (Baklava is a rich, sweet pastry made of layers of filo pastry filled with chopped nuts and sweetened with syrup or honey.) ... Simone's recipe is GREAT ...
The FOX in Napier is 5 years old - from 15 to 22nd December as a way to thank their patrons, food and drink specials are offered at 2006 prices ... DIARIZE this! They will also draw for Christmas Hamper Raffle on the 22nd of December - all proceeds will be for Anél's medical costs, please support this! ...
For professional photoshoots Peter Weber Photography can be found in Napier (but he will travel ...) ... for commissioned shoots of people, scenery, events, corporate venues ... give him a shout!
Christmas Eve dinner is almost FULLY SUBSCRIBED ... but Mike has been asked to do "dinner" for a lunchtime sitting for his regulars from Hermanus ... there is some space left at this sitting! Get hold of Mike at 028 423 3293 ... it's going to be GOOD!
Keep up to date with what's going on in the "Heart of the Overberg" ... follow the link to read the latest edition and also to view the archives ... http://goo.gl/5X2uA
Don't miss out ... AND pass the news on ... for those who dont get the print version, the latest edition of the VILLAGE POST can be seen and downloaded (in FULL COLOUR) by following this link ... http://goo.gl/G6LCp
Rose is taking orders for ... Traditional Christmas cakes (3 sizes) ... Shortbread ... Mince pies ... Christmas pudding ... Hertzog cookies ... Sherry trifle ... Chocolate trifle ... follow the link for details & to order http://goo.gl/ByuZC
Simone's Restaurant in Napier generates an atmosphere of peace and relaxation ... the lunch is laid out on the central table and Simone personally serves you whatever you would like from the delicious selection ... small or large servings, your choice ...
Beware of people (big talkers) who trade on their brashness to get services and goods then don't pay for them ... follow this link to read more about the latest one http://goo.gl/mlmFg ... pass this on ...
The beautiful and intimate Teatré Diamanté near Swellendam is hosting this GREAT ENTERTAINER ... follow the link for details ... http://goo.gl/LTs08
Celebrating summer is DELICIOUS as you choose from quiches, scones, steak rolls and more - for GREAT VALUE IN A BEAUTIFUL SETTING give Dave's Country Kitchen at THE RED WINDMILL a visit ...
Ingrid Green, chairlady of SAARP Hermanus, will address the meeting following being given the mandate to assist with the launch of our very own SAARP Napier ... To book your seat please RSVP to: Lindy Warren Napier Media House 028 423 3834 or 084 442 2010 ...
This year the Rape Crisis Cape Town Trust will again travel to the Overberg for their annual Stop the Bus Campaign starting 25 November 2011, as part of the international 16 Days of Activism against Gender Violence ... read Overberg News & our Overberg Events for more information ...
Bill Knight returns to Napier for the fourth time to delight us with his "Skollierock" (Cape Roots Music) - the sound and rhythms of Cape Town, coupled with insightful and thought-provoking lyrics ...
Read Patrick's HIGH NOON account of the "sosties" in Napier, the roadside furniture that is broken and useless ... do the authorities know (yes!) ... do they care? (we shall see) ... please pass this on ...
A lovely open plan loft is available for the Xmas season ... can sleep four ... Adults pay R140 each per day and children under 12 are charged R100 ... free internet available ...
Greyton Genadendal MTB Mission & Trail Run ... 28 and 48 km MTB as well as a 10 and 21km run ... the various events "kick off" from 08h30 and are staggered till 09h15 ... come and support the riders and runners ... take part in the fun runs, enjoy Greyton and support good causes ...
You can be listed on this website for FREE – any business or service, based in the Overberg, is welcome ... We ALSO will gladly publish any EVENT on our OVERBERG EVENTS section for FREE ... contact us ... info@theoverberg.com ...
Remembrance Day services today ... "Going the Distance" sponsored run in Swellendam ... markets in Stormsvlei, Greyton Hermanus and other places ... AND NEXT WEEK we're moving towards the MUSIC & SPARKLES weekends ...
