As 20 odd years removed, ex Richmond Hill residents, that lived in sin, the Longhair and I have quite an affinity for the old houses and relaxed living that the area offers. We have watched with interest just how the area has experienced ups and downs - currently the Richmond Hill area is hot, hot, hot. There has been quite a buzz around the trendy restaurants, coffee bars and eatery's in, especially, the Stanley Street area. I remember that the only entertainment in Stanley Street many … [Read more...] about Richmond Hill Night Shopping
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Born This Way
Gathering under the rallying cry of "Born This Way" the gay and lesbian community of Port Elizabeth, Nelson Mandela Bay and further afield will take part in the Nelson Mandela Bay Pride March on Saturday 24 September. On Saturday 3 September the Prince and Princesses will be elected from around the Eastern Cape to take part in the King and Queen of Pride contest on 23 September. The Port Elizabeth heats will be held at Day-Zees in Parliament Street starting at 9:00 pm. The designated … [Read more...] about Born This Way
Nelisa Kala in Port Elizabeth
It hasn't been long since she hung up her earphones in exchange for the microphone but former East Coast Radio presenter Nelisa Kala has been wowing audiences across South Africa with her original sound and powerful lyrics, following a six month sabbatical from the airwaves to focus on her music. With a voice that has been described as reminiscent of that of Roberta Flack, Kala's production, The Awakening, will be performed at four venues in Port Elizabeth this month. The Awakening is a … [Read more...] about Nelisa Kala in Port Elizabeth
Richmond Hill Street Music Festival
On 18 June from 10:00 am to 10:00 pm, Alliance Française of Port Elizabeth, Summerstrand Hotel, Kingfisher FM and the Mandela Bay Development Agency along with restaurants and coffee shops in the neighbourhood will be hosting the second Richmond Hill Street Music Festival. Fushin, Vovo Telo Pizzeria and bakery, Pescadiya, Bain Street Grill, Flava, Deli Street Café, Chilli Bean Cantina, Delicia, Bahia Lounge, Home Bru Harvest, Camden, Piemontese, Yiayias and The Irie have all decided to join … [Read more...] about Richmond Hill Street Music Festival
Third Time Lucky
For 18 months now the Longhair and I have been taking the dogs for a walk in Settlers Park. We park in the new improved public parking off Chelmsford Avenue and wander through the park appreciating the bird and wildlife whilst the dogs swim and relax. All through this time we have told people that we have never felt unsafe in the park. Admittedly when you are packing a German Shepard and a Bull Terrier it is easy enough to feel smug and safe. But, life has a crazy way of balancing that … [Read more...] about Third Time Lucky
Take Back Baakens Valley
www.MyPE.co.za: From the ADT Security Crime Newsletter we have picked out a couple of interesting crime incidents: ADT Security is supporting the Save Our Valley Fun - Ride - Walk on 13 February at Dodd's Farm. The event consists of a 16km Mountain Bike Ride starting at 9am, a 6km Trail Run starting at 11am a 6km Kiddies/Novices ride that begins at 9.15am and a Valley Walk at 11.15am. Mike Byers Managing Director of ADT Security Eastern Cape said, "ADT is happy to be supporting this event … [Read more...] about Take Back Baakens Valley
