20 Apr2017

Craik Speirs is moving to greater heights

cs hiltonCraik Speirs Hair and Beauty is moving to greater heights.

The opening of two new Craik Speirs stores, the launch of our own magnificent Craik Speirs Hair Care range and the launch of our CS Body range!!!
 
The opening of Craik Speirs Karkloof has been so well received and we really appreciate each and every one of our loyal customers for all the love and support that we have received.

The last year has seen a very exciting project coming to life.

Craik Speirs launched the much anticipated Craik Speirs Haircare range! Judging by the amount of excitement and how well this range has been received by customers and our staff, this range is exactly what you have been waiting for.

Top quality ingredients with clean simple packaging. This product works and the results speak for themselves bringing a little luxury into your everyday life.
 
CS Body range was launched towards the end of the year and had a fantastic response. This range is clean simple and smells amazing it also has a fantastic kiddies section brilliant ideas for gifts!!
 
The beginning of 2017 started off with a bang for the Craik Speirs group as we opened Craik Speirs Hilton – 10 Hilton Avenue 033 3422622. It also saw the end of an iconic era at Liberty Midlands Mall as we bid farewell to our store at Liberty Midlands Mall. Moving to greater heights is most definitely what we are doing.
 
The decision was unanimously made that Craik Speirs Hair and Beauty as a brand would like to finally realize the dream of owning destination salons, giving us the ability to totally spoil you in a luxurious tranquil environment. No more fighting the crowds and hunting for parking. . . . drive in, park outside our door, come in and get totally pampered.

All three of our stores are conveniently located in areas that are easily accessible we are now able to spend more time on the things that truly matter, your experience in our stores and to ensure that each time is a memorable one.

The opening of Craik Speirs Hilton has been FANTASTIC! Our location is straight off the highway opposite the Hilton Hotel and next to the newest “It” place- Ground Coffee shop, we are on the main Hilton Avenue road. 
 
The store is nothing short of spectacular fitting with our new brand image.
 
The Hilton store is also home to the CS training academy. We are so excited about this prospect of training and empowering new hairdressers in the industry.
 
The Training academy is a unique and very exciting twist to the Craik Speirs brand.
 
We can't wait to keep you looking and feeling great this year.
Craik Speirs Cascades 033 3471954 
Craik Speirs Hilton:033 3422622 
Craik Speirs Karkloof: 033 3302004
08 Apr2017

Msunduzi Hospice 5th Annual Jazz Dinner

msunduzi hospice logoOur 5th annual Jazz Dinner is here again and is taking place at the Golden Horse Casino on Saturday, 6th May 2017.
 
Book now!
 
News supplied. 
Jazz Dinner Flyer
 
06 Apr2017

Let us snuggle up and craft with wool from Turkey

wool thimbles threadsYesterday the thought of anything warm and woolly was simply not on. However today is just the weather for a trip to Thimbles 'n Threads where you can equip yourself to snuggle up and craft with wool from Turkey! There is a glorious range of colours to please all tastes.
 
You will find this useful habedashery at the Lower Quarry Centre, off Pin Oak Avenue in Hilton. 
06 Apr2017

Ronnoco Nursery for well-priced healthy plants

tatsoiRonnoco Nursery in Hilton has earned a lasting reputation for supplying well-priced quality plants. They currently have Vegetable Seedlings in bulk, grown in 200 cavity trays. Buy as many as you like, at R1.00 per seedling.
 
Also available at present are; celery, dill, cauliflower, curly small kale, salad lettuce varieties, spring onion, pak choi white stemmed, parsley, tatsoi (pictured here), coriander, bush peas, butter lettuce, beetroot, leeks, broccoli, spinach, chinese cabbage, kale tall, english rape and baby spinach.
 
Seedlings also available in 6 pack punnets for R12.00 per punnet.
 
Ronnoco Nursery is in Amy Wilson Drive, Hilton just past Cowan House on the left.
 
Open Mon to Fri - 9am to 4pm, Sat - 9am to 3pm, Sun 10am to 2pm.
 
Phone Mike on 033 343 1193 / 084 514 3119.
05 Apr2017

Music in The Hills 12 April 2017

mith logo 250x220MUSIC IN THE HILLS THIS WEEK 12/04/2017
 
Time: 7pm, R25 entry, bring your own booze. Food and soft drinks are available for sale. Visit www.mith.co.za for more details and directions.
 
SUNSET SWEATSHOP (9pm – 10pm - don’t miss these Cape Town boys!)
Take a listen here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2qyxsREJIlg
Take a look here: https://www.facebook.com/sunsetsweatshop/
 
Let’s get straight to the point. None of this on top of the shoulders mustard nonsense. From right here under the noses of everyone in Cape Town, a creative kaleidoscope of criminals named Sunset Sweatshop has been born, and they’re hitting it up with a new refreshed outlook on music. Each member of Sunset Sweatshop - consisting of Ian Heyns (Lead Vocals and Acoustic Guitar). Rossouw Wentzel (Lead & Rhythm Guitar). Victor Green (Drums), Nick Forbes (Keys and Guitar) and Richard Dicks (Bass Guitar) - is equally talented on their instrument of choice. Everyone is consistently busy eating, breathing and living the magic that is music, and letting it bleed through their fingers to create a sound and feel that is synonymous with South Africa’s vibrant flair. This five-piece indie, goema, reggae and even boeremusiek and marabi infused outfit hails from the northern suburbs of Cape town and was formed in October 2016. And that’s not all MiTH has in store...
 
7pm - Open Mic
Nishalin Pillay & Jess Martins
 
7.30pm - Erin Murhead
Erin Muirhead is a sparkling young talent who makes a return to the MiTH stage after charming us with her flourishing skills last time around. Get there early so you don't miss out on this budding songstress.
 
8pm – 8.50pm - Summer du Preez
Summer du Preez is a musician based in Kwa-Zulu Natal, South Africa. She tarted her musical journey at MiTH, among a few other places, and it’s wonderful to welcome her back. From originals to covers, she and her guitar aim to capture the audience with her folk indie approach. While she is influenced by artists such as Alanis Morissette, and the Cranberries, Summer strives to be unique. Music has been her passion from a young age. Her favourite musicians are Ben Howard, Daughter, Birdy, James Bay and many more.
 
ABOUT MiTH:
MiTH is a semi-open mic music club. An opportunity for musicians to share the joy of their music with a friendly audience which includes fellow musicians – who have all “been there” too. (Non-musicians welcome too!) Whether you’re a newbie looking for your first opportunity to perform publicly, or a more experienced / mature musician simply looking for people who are as passionate about music as you are – come along and join us!
 
News supplied by MiTH.
 
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31 Mar2017

Laddsworth Primary School collects Easter eggs for Siyabonga

laddsworth 250 copy copy copyLaddsworth Primary School handed over Easter eggs to Mrs Kanzler from Siyabonga on Monday 27 March 2017.
 
Laddsworth pupils have been doing an Easter Eggs collection for Siyabonga for the last seven years.
 
Siyabonga will hand out these Easter eggs to under privileged children in the communities that they support.
 
Row L-R: Fynn Starling, Awande Mthalane, Rex Harley

Second Row L-R: Mr Gavin Lambooy (Headmaster), Luthando Shelembe, Imogen Kirby, Abbie Julius, Alyssa-Lyn Jones, Abusiswa Mnguni, Mrs Pat Kanzler

Back Row: Tegra Kadudji, Isabel van Zyl, Lexi Jennings, Amahle Mhlongo, Tara Stegen
 
 
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31 Mar2017

Laddsworth Pupils attend Scouts Training Camp

Scouts 002Laddsworth Grade 7 pupils Ethan Kleu and Michael Finch attended a four day training camp at Lexden over the long weekend in March.
 
Ethan and Michael are part of the Hilton 1st Scout Group.
 
The camp is designed to train young Scouts for a leadership role within Scouts and to develop them on a personal level.
 
Activities included camping, cooking, knotting and games.
 
30 Mar2017

Chess Table gift for Chess Captain

cole baker 500x440Fifty years ago Mrs Cronje of Amberfield in Howick purchased a handmade chess table as a gift for her now late husband at a church fundraiser, hoping he may take up the game. Time passed as it does and as Mrs Cronje was about to do a clear out of unused items she spotted a news article in the Village Talk sharing news of Grace College pupil, Cole Baker’s recent chess win. Mrs Cronje contacted the Village Talk Editor, Peta Lee who kindly put Mrs Cronje in touch with Grace College. Mrs Cronje had decided to present this table to Cole.
 
The gift delighted Cole who has been playing chess since age five. It has taken 50 years but finally this table and the pieces will be used with enthusiasm and prowess.
 
News supplied by Grace College.
27 Mar2017

International Schools Rugby Sevens win for Hilton College

international schools rubgy hilton college 500x440Hilton College beat Clifton College (England) 22 - 7 in the Final of the International Schools Rugby Sevens Tournament at Rugby School, England ... played on the fields where the game was born, schools from Canada, South Africa, Australia, New Zealand and Japan, as well as teams from England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland took part in this International Rugby Sevens Tournament to celebrate the 450th Anniversary of Rugby School. Jason Leonard OBE, President of the Rugby Football Union presented the prestigious 450th Anniversary Rugby Tournament Cup to Hilton College.
 
The schools participating were:
Clifton College, England
Fettes College, Scotland
Hilton College, South Africa
Llandovery College, Wales
Marlborough College, England
Michaelhouse, South Africa
Nelson College, New Zealand
Oita Maizuru, Japan
Royal Belfast Academical Institution, N. Ireland
Rugby School, England
Shawnigan Lake School, Canada
Shore School, Australia
 
News supplied by Hilton College. 
14 Apr2017

Where to buy your next fireplace

renen logo 250x220You don't need to travel the world to get your home warm.
 
We have carefully selected 21 of the top global names in the fire business, some of whom have been warming European homes for over 300 years!
 
We offer a selection of over 930 fireplaces and stoves, cookers, pizza ovens, boma fire pits, braais and all things fire.
 
Our fireplace range includes built-in, inserts, free-standing, double sided, multi-sided and panoramic fires in more than 26 colours and various sizes, shapes, efficiency ratings and outputs from 5kW to a whopping 25kW.
 
We have fires starting from as little as R6,999.
 
You can choose a fire that runs on pellet, wood, gas, anthracite or ethanol.
 
Our food preparation range includes the latest ceramic braais, multi braais, gas braais and boma braais as well as state of the art Italian pizza ovens and the clever counter top pizza oven. Our wood and gas cookers will be a timeless edition to any home, we also have beautifully refurbished AGA stoves.
 
With all this choice, we are here to assist you to select the correctly sized unit that will meet your heating needs, your style expectations and your budget.
 
Chat to us today and let us help you find your ideal unit.
 
The Fires & Braais Team.
 
News supplied Renen Energy Solutions. 
06 Apr2017

Drivers eye tests done at John Meyer Optometrist

eye test john meyerYour driver’s license renewal process is easier if you have your complimentary eye-test processed beforehand at John Meyer Optometrist. Just call to book and spend a few minutes with John Meyer so that when you get in the dreaded queue you have one less item to be assisted with.
 
Then also remember to take an identity photo, your ID document, proof of residence (not older than 3 months), your old license, glasses your wear to drive, R250.00 cash (as at April 2017) and a completed form for a smoother experience.
 
Thank you, John Meyer, for making life easier!
06 Apr2017

Celebrations, coffee, food, friends...La Popote

lapopote cappuccinoIn a beautiful setting with a delightful shop for indulgences, you can choose heart warming meals near the fire or scrumptious mouth watering treats outdoors. Lesley's warmth and personal touch encourage friendship and her epicurean prowess delivers awesome food in Hilton at La Popote.
04 Apr2017

#FATMUSTFALL

adventure fitnessgrace college article cover250x220Well hasn't South Africa had quite a week, solidarity and unity is something that will RISE. If we operate out of a place of fear we will run scared and lose and forget all the good things that are in store for this nation. There is lots of promise and potential. 1994 was meant to be a disaster and a blood bath and yet a miracle happened. I believe the same is for RSA in this next month. We need to feed the promise and not the fear. Good things are in store for this country, sometimes it doesn't look like that in all the mess. I heard a good example this week of how renovation in the new shopping centre in Howick, may be inconvenient to park and get into the shops, but how amazing the blue print and plans are. Same for South Africa! Let us rise up as South Africans and pray for our nation for God to do a miracle again!
 
There is a lot of things with # and a crede #FEESMUSTFALL, #ZUMAMUSTFALL, well I'd like to start a campaign #FATMUSTFALL... This year I have successfully lost 7kg's. When I cut out sugar I had:
 
• More energy
• Required less sleep
• Fat loss in stomach and thighs
• The mist/ or brain fog that lingered like the Hilton mist, that we often don't know we have left! A greater ability to think clearer.
• Skin was clearer
• Less water retention.
 
When the body has unnecessary sugar, the body has to do its own re-shuffle, making the pancreas work harder, banking more fat and massive debt owing to the body for nutrients. I had succumbed to the sugar cravings and like most of us after a long day when tired tend to eat the less healthy choice. After getting back the fog, losing energy, I decided it’s TIME to kick the sugar habit once and for all, a few of us are on a #FATMUST fall no sugar until the 2nd of JULY. If you would like to join us, please feel free to send me a What'sApp and I can add you to the group. It is tough with Easter being next weekend and the chocolate temptation, when the penalty is 15 Burpees for every cheat, that is being kind for the equivalent of Burpees to cheat ratio is insane.
 
Another way to make healthier choices is to exercise first before changing the eating ways. This Thursday our popular BalletRIP will be on at 72 Main Street, Howick at 5pm in the small hall.
 
Friday can kick some fat with Gymnastics and BalletRIP, it’s great for all ages and fitness levels.
 
31 Mar2017

Laddsworth pupils enter the Cordwalles Mudman

Mudman 1 002Laddsworth Grade 6 pupils entered as the “Ladds” team in the Full Mudman on Sunday 19 March 2017 at Midmar Dam.

Callum Pollard (700m Swim), Thomas Truter (20km Cycle) and Nathan Cunningham (5km Run) competed in the Under 18 age category, and completed the course in a time of 2:05:10, which placed them 5th in their age category and 11th overall.

They were the only group of Under 12’s to enter the Under 18 age category. Well done boys, we are very proud of your achievement!

Laddsworth pupils ranging from Grade 1 to Grade 7 also took part in the Cordwalles Mudman on 19 March at Midmar dam. Our active pupils took part in many categories from Mudskippers to the full Mudman.
Well done boys and girls!

L-R: Thomas Truter, Callum Pollard, Nathan Cunningham

Pictured below.

Front Row L-R: Jamie Humphreys, Brett Gotte, Michael Ollerman, Megan Napier, Adrian Haasbroek

Second Row: Joshua Cooper, Kade Pollard, Sarah Tilbury, Isla Witherspoon, Seth Moran, Darren Ollerman, Calim Humphreys, Matthew Rawson,Cayden Francis, Austin Taylor

Thrid Row: James Gotte, Emily Napier, Matt Bisset, Joshua Tilbury, Even Taylor, Adam Tilbury, Colin Robertson, Josh Julius,Nathan Cunningham, Jono Werth, Callum Moran, Michael Benadie

Back: Callum Pollard, Owen Haasbroek.

News supplied by Laddsworth Primary School.

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31 Mar2017

Music in The Hills 5 April 2017

mith logo 250x220Time: 7pm, R25 entry, bring your own booze, meals and soft drinks are available for sale. Visit www.mith.co.za for more details and directions.
 
DIRECTIONS TO MiTH:
Take the N3 to Hilton, take the Hilton turnoff and go South into the Village (away from Hilton College). Travel 5,2km along Hilton Avenue (past two sets of traffic lights and Old Main Brewery) and keep going straight as Hilton Avenue turns into Dennis Shepstone Drive. At the 5,2km mark, Knoll Drive will be on your right – the entrance to MiTH is the *second* entrance on your left into The Knoll Historic Guest Farm. (Dennis Shepstone Drive is currently under heavy construction – so please be very cautious.)
 
7pm - Open Mic
 
7.30pm Erin and Charl
What can we say about the amazingly talented Erin Fourie and Charl Landsberg? Her Acoustic folk and her lilting voice are legendary in these parts, and she is joined by Charl Landsberg who accompanies Erin on subtle, skilled keys and vocal harmony. Erin’s favourite bands include Regina Spektor, Tori Amos, Pearl Jam, Ingrid Michaelson and Ani DiFranco. Her dream is to write an original musical!
 
8pm – Not fat, just fluffy
Not fat, Just Fluffy is a band born and bred in Durban. It came to be on the eve of the 13th of February 2015. The band has lost and gained members along the way, and has gone by a several names, including ‘Your Mom’, ‘Don’t Jazz on my Tash’, ‘Naimless Hobros’ and many more. They finally settled on 'Not fat, just fluffy" because they are in fact not fat and arguably fluffy. When it comes to genre we have many different sounds and cater to a variety of tastes, but generally we just go with anything that sounds good. The band played at a few open mics around Durban, some with our full band and others just doing some cool acoustic numbers. Their aim is to have fun while sharing their music. We can't argue with that!
 
9pm – Rowan Stuart
South African singer-songwriter-guitarist Rowan Stuart has created an inimitable brand of Soul Folk music, with pop and world influences. Recalling Sting's imaginative storytelling, Death Cab for Cutie's sense of space and beauty, and John Mayer's tight grooves, Rowan uses his notable prowess on the guitar as the foundation for his creativity. Rowan's career came into full swing in 2014 with the release of his album 'Hidden Doors'. He has since toured South Africa, and opened for some of the country's biggest acts, including The Parlotones, Prime Circle, Matthew Mole and many others. Rowan's talents were recognized by Cort Guitars, who invited him to become a South African brand ambassador.
 
Rowan Stuart Artist Links:
Facebook: www.facebook.com/rowanstuartmusic
Instagram: www.instagram.com/rowanstuartmusic
Website: www.rowanstuart.com
Twitter: www.twitter.com/rowanstuart
Reverbnation: www.reverbnation.com/rowanstuart
YouTube: www.youtube.com/rowanstuartvideo
iTunes: www.itunes.com/rowanstuart
 
ABOUT MiTH:
MiTH is a semi-open mic music club. An opportunity for musicians to share the joy of their music with a friendly audience which includes fellow musicians – who have all “been there” too. (Non-musicians welcome too!) Whether you’re a newbie looking for your first opportunity to perform publicly, or a more experienced / mature musician simply looking for people who are as passionate about music as you are – come along and join us!
 
News supplied by MiTH.
27 Mar2017

Music in The Hills 29 March 2017

MiTH logo 250x220Time: 7pm, R25 entry, for now please Bring your own food and drinks,
visit www.mith.co.za for more details and directions.
 
DIRECTIONS TO MiTH:
Take the N3 to Hilton, take the Hilton turnoff and go South into the Village (away from Hilton College). Travel 5,2km along Hilton Avenue (past two sets of traffic lights and Old Main Brewery) and keep going straight as Hilton Avenue turns into Dennis Shepstone Drive. At the 5,2km mark, Knoll Drive will be on your right – the entrance to MiTH is the *second* entrance on your left into The Knoll Historic Guest Farm. (Dennis Shepstone Drive is currently under heavy construction – so please be very cautious.)
 
7pm – 7.30pm
Open Mic – Gavin Ferguson
 
7.30pm – 8pm
Matt Gardener
Matt is a young musician born and bred in Pietermaritzburg - but already deeply embedded in local music. It has always been a dream of his to turn his passion for music into his career. He began playing guitar towards the end of his junior school years when he watched his father playing, and was eager to learn. He began his music career by partaking in musical productions at his school, Maritzburg College. He moved on to being one of the acts on the line-ups to open for the likes of Matthew Mole, Prime Circle, Desmond and the Tutus, Just Jinjer, Majozi and Plush. He describes his music as Indie Folk with a slight Rock undertone, with a few of his influences being Mumford and Sons, Matthew Mole and John Mayer.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZEyu5lOPqXY&app=desktop 
 
8pm – 8.50pm
The MiTHS (The MiTH Band)
The usual suspects. But so entertaining.
 
9pm – 10pm
KODIAK
Kodiak Music - Kodiak is led by MiTH's own Dave Rossouw. Playing both covers and originals, Kodiak brings an inspiring acoustic rock sound to the stage. Dave's memorable vocals combine with an acoustic and electric five piece band give a great rock sound to make you want to get up and rock.
 
ABOUT MiTH:
MiTH is a semi-open mic music club. An opportunity for musicians to share the joy of their music with a friendly audience which includes fellow musicians – who have all “been there” too. (Non-musicians welcome).
 
News supplied by MiTH.
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