Friday, December 30, 2011

Well I can officially recommend ...

The "CALAMARI THREE WAYS" at the Ocean Basket in Hermanus ... GREAT views, service and value for money with the food ... oh, and the "house red" is VERY good, not just cheap "plonk"

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Anyone lost a kitten? ...

Does anyone in Napier recognise this sweet female ... about 6-8 months old ... VERY affectionate and definitely NOT FERAL ... contact me on 076 604 9221 

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Thursday, December 29, 2011

theoverberg.com is "meeting & greeting" in Hermanus ... http://www.theoverberg.com/hermanus.html

Visiting the "bright lights" of Hermanus ... seeing the sights and enjoying the company in a beautiful "patch" of the Overberg ... will pop in to see the "whale photographer" (Dave de Beer) and Mouse Mastery (Trudie) among many others ... 

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Those Were the Days at Pascal's of Napier ... http://www.theoverberg.com/events/details/527

VERNON BARNARD is returning to entertain diners on Old Years Night (there are a few places left)  with a run down of hits from the 60's 70's & 80's ... follow the link for more http://www.theoverberg.com/events/details/527

Spend NEW YEAR'S EVE at Simone's ... http://goo.gl/EmE5v

Tables filling up for the SEAFOOD MOUSSE STARTER with homemade breads ...ASSORTMENT of barbequed BUTTERFLIED LEG of LAMB, FILLET & PIRI-PIRI CHICKEN ... SALAD BUFFET ...
FROZEN TIRAMISU DESSERT ... teas & coffees with biscuits and complimentary glass of BUBBLY at midnight ... GREAT VALUE at R160.00 ... follow the link to book http://goo.gl/EmE5v

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Wednesday, December 28, 2011

Rosie's Meals start Wednesday 4th ... http://goo.gl/ByuZC

Home-cooked meals delivered (in Napier) ... "a bord vol kos" ... meat and veges ... a varied 6 week menu that is different every day (they also do functions!) ... follow the link to DOWNLOAD THE CURRENT menu ... http://goo.gl/ByuZC

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Farm 215 near Stanford has WINE TASTING ... http://www.theoverberg.com/events/details/540

LOMOND announces opening the new Wine Tasting Room ... ALSO a nature retreat & fynbos reserve ... stop in for a tasting ... featuring 4 white and 4 red wines ... taste and nibble on a platter while enjoying our beautiful views and relaxing in the Fynbos ... to book call 076 318 1328 ... follow the link to http://www.theoverberg.com/events/details/540
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Mosie Hope's exhibition is on ... http://www.theoverberg.com/events/details/530

ARTIST AT WORK YVONNE (MOSIE) HOPE invites you to view her RETROSPECTIVE INSIGHTS EXHIBITION at Seashell House Home Gallery, 8 Golf Street, L’Agulhas from 16 December 2011 ... follow the link to http://www.theoverberg.com/events/details/530

Wine tasting at the Southernmost Tip! ... http://www.theoverberg.com/events/eventlist

Experience Bonnivale Cellar's DAWN & DUSK at Nostra in Struisbaai ... follow the link to http://www.theoverberg.com/events/details/559

Tuesday, December 27, 2011

There's lots to see and do ... http://www.theoverberg.com/events/eventlist

Follow the link to our OVERBERG EVENTS for more information ... if you can't find what you're looking for, contact us ... we'll point you in the right direction ... http://www.theoverberg.com/events/eventlist

GREAT programme on in Kleinmond & surrounds ... http://www.theoverberg.com/events/details/524

A FULL programme of EVENTS & ACTIVITIES has been planned till 15 January and laid on in the area between Hangklip and Kleinmond ... follow the link to see what there is for THE WHOLE FAMILY ... http://www.theoverberg.com/events/details/524

Last few days for OK specials ... http://www.theoverberg.com/events/details/532

All customers who spend more that R200 stand a chance of winning a satellite dish and decoder ... winner to be announced at the lucky draw on 9th January 2012 ... all CURRENT SPECIALS valid till 31st December ... follow the link http://www.theoverberg.com/events/details/532

Friday, December 23, 2011

Dusk & Dawn from Bonnievalecellar ... http://goo.gl/5ad6C

Head to STRUISBAAI (Nostra Restaurant) from 26th -31st for the wine festival! Follow the link to http://www.facebook.com/bonnievalecellar 

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Stephen Smuts interview ... http://goo.gl/7s38V

On Omgewingsake this morning Sharon Brink will be interviewing Stephen about the Napier Conservancy ...  listen to Radio Overberg 98.4 FM via live streaming (connect on our website) ... follow the link to http://www.theoverberg.com/ 

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Wednesday, December 21, 2011

Gifts, Artwork, jewellery etc ... http://goo.gl/7Pzuc

Paintings, glassware, ornaments, soft furnishings, hangings, lights and decorative articles, this refreshing gift shop has it all (even all the components to make your own!) ... follow the link http://goo.gl/7Pzuc

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Looking for last-minute gifts? ... http://www.theoverberg.com/

Visit our website ... hover your mouse over "Easy-search in every town" and click on the place you're at ... there are loads of gift shops in the Overberg! Do you want some recommedations? Ask me ... follow the link to http://www.theoverberg.com/

Happy Birthday! ... http://goo.gl/9w9Gh

5 years ago today Mike & Louise opened the doors to The Fox in Napier ... well done on creating the traditional style English Pub in the heart of the Overberg! ... follow the link http://goo.gl/9w9Gh

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Tuesday, December 20, 2011

Stock up on SEAFOOD for the weekend ... http://goo.gl/AnldU

WESTHOOK SEAFOOD FACTORY SHOP in Bredasdorp stocks all you will need to make this coming weekend's SEAFOOD PLATTER very special ... follow the link to http://goo.gl/AnldU

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Mosie Hope's exhibition is on ... http://www.theoverberg.com/events/details/530

The exhibition includes oils, watercolours, monoprints, etchings, botanical paintings and figure drawings A lifetime of work – a variety of subjects and media, including paintings from early years DAILY 10h00 – 18h00 ... follow the link for details http://goo.gl/A0jRR

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We also have a Flickr account ... http://www.flickr.com/photos/theoverberg/sets/

Checkout our "sets" in our Flickr album ... follow the link to http://www.flickr.com/photos/theoverberg/sets/ 

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More photos in our PANORAMIO account ... http://www.panoramio.com/user/6358399

Check out the latest photos of Napier Brewery in PANORAMIO ... follow the link to http://www.panoramio.com/user/6358399

Price drop! ... http://goo.gl/sWM7L

Visit GREYTON VILLAGE & COUNTRY ESTATES to see details ... or visit their website and key in the property reference "RCLL" ... easy as that! ... follow the link http://greyton-estates.co.za/

Monday, December 19, 2011

Napier comes to Arniston ... http://goo.gl/Z4GyO

Sunset market on the 21st and 28th December from 16h00 to 19h00 ... enjoy a variety of all types of fresh produce ... follow the link http://goo.gl/Z4GyO

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While you're relaxing and thinking about 2012 ... http://goo.gl/CAKCN

Plan your "business look" for the new year with JENNY CORY ... offers all applications under the graphic design banner including: logo design, business cards, one page leaflets to full brochures, catalogues, magazines, books, posters ... follow the link http://goo.gl/CAKCN

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Sunday, December 18, 2011

4 More days! ... http://goo.gl/vYhpm

Only 4 more days to take advantage of THE FOX's 2006 prices ... enjoy Mike & Louise's hospitality and GREAT PUB GRUB and at the same time enter the "draw" to win a hamper or a lamb ... funds will help brighten a family's Christmas and ease their burden of medical expenses! Follow the link to http://goo.gl/vYhpm

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Successful Auction for the underprivileged ... http://goo.gl/L6G1F

Read the report on the results of the ART AUCTION held on Friday and see what was done with the money that was raised ... follow the link http://goo.gl/L6G1F

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A "taste of Greece" on Christmas Eve ... http://goo.gl/dZexx

SIMONE'S in Napier is offering a unique CHRISTMAS EVE menu that will satisfy ANYONE loving Greek cuisine (vegetarians too) ... follow the link for details to book http://goo.gl/dZexx

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Saturday, December 17, 2011

Carols by Candlelight ... http://www.theoverberg.com/events/eventlist

Stanford & Malgas have Carol Services THIS EVENING ... follow the link to get more details ...http://www.theoverberg.com/events/eventlist

Sign up for our newsletter ... go to our Facebook page ...

Please go to our Facebook page ... click on the "NEWSLETTER SIGNUP" in the left hand column under the picture (avatar) ... we look forward to hearing from you ... 

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Friday, December 16, 2011

Drive carefully out there ...

PLEASE, PLEASE ... don't be in a rush ... we want you to enjoy your travelling and see you here in the Overberg (not under the ground!) ... 

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Competitions at the OK MiniMark ... http://goo.gl/Sq0fk

Win a DISH & DECODER ... win a NISSAN BAKKIE ... there are GREAT SPECIALS and get GROCERY GIFT VOUCHERS as gifts for staff ... follow the link for more details http://goo.gl/Sq0fk

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Thursday, December 15, 2011

Prepare for DIY this holiday season at the VILLAGE MART ... http://goo.gl/xCyqJ

Whether you are painting and decorating; gardening or camping, the right advice with the necessary expertise is always available at the VillageMart ... WATCH OUR VIDEO ... follow the link to http://goo.gl/xCyqJ

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Explore "Overberg Events" to check the programme ... http://goo.gl/rypNa

Christmas and holiday events in abundance ... lots for the kids to see and do ... places to go to eat and relax ... activities for the whole family ... check out the area you will be spending time through the website ... follow the link http://goo.gl/rypNa

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Farm 215 near Stanford has WINE TASTING ... http://www.theoverberg.com/events/details/540

Stop in for a wine tasting ... featuring 4 white and 4 red wines for tasting & purchase just in time for the festive season ... Come, Taste and Nibble on a platter while enjoying our beautiful views and relaxing in the Fynbos ... certainly an experience to remember!  call 076 318 1328 to book ... follow the link http://www.theoverberg.com/events/details/540

Barrydale due to "ROCK" ... http://www.theoverberg.com/events/details/539

Join the festivities in Barrydale with the Christmas Wonderland Project & Magpie events ... 6pm the Tree Lighting Ceremony  also performances by Handspring and Net vir Pret; Dance for All; Margo Mini & Ferbsounds; local community choirs & other fantastic local talent! ... follow the link to http://goo.gl/4GJ8s
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Wednesday, December 14, 2011

RIEK Creative's CHARITY ART AUCTION is tomorrow ... http://www.theoverberg.com/events/details/512

The CHRISTMAS WISH auction to generate funds to purchase gifts for underprivileged children takes place at 18h00 ... follow the link http://goo.gl/vbYud

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A VERY BUSY WEEKEND coming up ... http://www.theoverberg.com/events/eventlist

Too many to mention here ... too many venues ... GREAT VARIETY all geared up for Christmas and the holidays ... check out our OVERBERG EVENTS to see WHAT'S ON in your area by following this link http://www.theoverberg.com/events/eventlist

Watch out for hackers ...

If you get a message from me that says ... "there are bad messages about you" being posted ... IGNORE THEM and delete them .. they are "hack attempts"  ... the word SWINE springs to mind ... 

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Birthday specials! ... http://goo.gl/AnldU

WESTHOOK is ONE YEAR OLD on 17th December ... there will be LOTS OF IN-STORE SPECIALS ... pop a balloon to win a mystery prize ... FRESH FISH & SEAFOODS on our doorstep! Follow the link to http://goo.gl/AnldU

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Tuesday, December 13, 2011

Explore the LABYRINTH ... http://goo.gl/0UZEP

The "Labyrinth in the Forest" is a classical 7-circuit labyrinth ... read more about this UNIQUE ADDITION to the RED WINDMILL'S attractions ... follow the link http://goo.gl/0UZEP

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Something for everyone at THE RED WINDMILL! ... http://goo.gl/k8cFn

Gifts ... Christmas Wreaths ... kiddies entertainment ... fashion ... plants and nursery items ... times for reflection in the labyrinth ... SANTA to entertain the children ... GREAT meals and snacks ... teas ... ALL in GREAT surroundings ... follow the link http://goo.gl/k8cFn

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Prawn SPECIAL ... http://goo.gl/AnldU

Start the holiday season off with WESTHOOK'S prawn special ... 2 boxes of prawn (31/40) for R100 (offer valid while stocks last)! ... Westhook supply frozen Seafood & Fish now available in Bredasdorp ... follow the link to http://goo.gl/AnldU

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Monday, December 12, 2011

Village Post CHRISTMAS EDITION on line now ... http://goo.gl/G6LCp

Don't miss out on local news, products and services ... THE VILLAGE POST Christmas Edition is now available online ... pass the link on to those who don't receive the "hard copy" ... follow the link http://goo.gl/G6LCp

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Get ready to cut your own tree ... http://goo.gl/U3VCi

This Christmas leave your plastic tree in its box and come select your tree from Napier Mountain. A recommended donation of R40 is suggested, with all proceeds going to charity – 50% to The Child Welfare and 50% towards preserving the Fynbos follow the link ... http://goo.gl/U3VCi

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Best way to spend R20! ... http://goo.gl/vYhpm

Get a ticket for the raffle for Anel ... your R20 will help give this little girl a good Christmas ... don't forget that a WHOLE SHEEP is also up for grabs at a mere R10 per ticket ... both draws will take place on our birthday the 22nd of Dec just in time for Christmas ... follow the link http://goo.gl/vYhpm

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Are Ratepayers being ignored? ... http://goo.gl/HKSuG

Just what does it take to get the Cape Agulhas Municipality to even just acknowledge a plea by a ratepayer for help dealing with a FIRE HAZARD? ... read Patrick's piece on a ratepayer's experience ... follow the link http://goo.gl/HKSuG

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Sunday, December 11, 2011

Enjoy 2006 PRICES! ... http://goo.gl/vYhpm

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 ... 

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Meet SANTA! ... http://goo.gl/k8cFn

On the 17th and the 24th ... from 10h00 to 13h00 ... have a photo taken with him ... follow the link for more details of THE RED WINDMILL events and activities ... http://goo.gl/k8cFn

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Competitions & bargain specials ... http://goo.gl/Sq0fk

OK MINIMARK in Napier is holding a range of COMPETITIONS & BARGAINS in the run up to Christmas and beyond to the NEW YEAR ... follow the link for more detail ... http://goo.gl/Sq0fk

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