is a ferocious four years old this month and continues to be passionate about promoting Hermanus and surrounds! The Nosy Rosies are all out to have more fun than ever - they are trying to outrun economic enslavement, politics & midlife crisisisisis ! Guess which will win? "Admit no rival Darling" whispers loudest.

This jam-packed newsletter is a celebration of the goodwill that permeates Hermanus and we give ourselves a pat on the back for four years of positive reporting on happenings in and around this not so sleepy seaside bustling town!

The Stepping into Me workshop will take place in Hermanus on the 7th of November. As the pressures increase, women find themselves with fewer reserves to renew the connection between mind, heart and spirit. Blue Kites have developed a one day personal transformation experience as a means of providing women with the inner resources to face the challenges of being a woman today. ...more

Legitimate objects of desire - Geta Finlayson - Harbour Gold Hermanus. Geta's Jewelry is a beautiful statement - invest in a masterpiece ! 'Knowing" Geta is a rare bonus for a chosen random few ... ('how do you catch a rainbow?" ) Read more about this extra-ordinary phenomenal designer...more

Experience the Breathtaking Beauty of Travel Route 44 www.travelroute44.co.za and a monthly newsletter.The Wacky Whale Song . What is hip and happening NOW in Pringle, Betty’s, Rooiels and Kleinmond. This kick-arse website is user friendly, with all kinds of features for the adrenaline junkie from overseas, to the couch potato from Cape Town, Pretoria and Joburg. Click here to contact Willemien ....more

Be a friend and tell your friend when the turkey-skin of her neck and cheeks keep moving when her mouth have stopped to !! Lettie Watson's state of the art machine can help to firm it all up...more

The unique Ian von Memerty, star host of Strictly Come Dancing and SA’s Got Talent is joined by his children Oscar and Kasvia in a magic musical celebration of life! Booking at computicket on 011 340 8000.

Do visit the November art exhibition at Hornbill House.....more

TRAVEL TRIVIA FROM COLUMNIST RICHARD VAN ZYL - Did you know the five oldest airlines still in operation are: KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, est. 7 Jul. 1919, Qantas, est. 16 Nov.1920, Mexicana, est. 12 Jul. 1921, Aeroflot, est. 9 Feb. 1923, Czech Airlines, est. 6 Oct. 1923? The two oldest U.S. carriers still in operation are Delta Airlines est. in 1924 and Northwest Airlines established in 1926. Do read more…

What is U3A up to this month? It is movie month and all movie buffs are warmly invited…...more

Nosy Rosy salutes Jan from EUODIA ADVENTURES with his brilliant new concept of renting and selling adventure equipment and tour packages with a difference. If Nosy reads Jan's business sense correctly, you will NOT find a better deal 'over the mountain' on any adventure or sports equipment. His inclusive approach to business, depicted in the name of the company (pleasant journey) will ensure you find the best adventure sporting equipment and apparel for your specific needs! Contact Jan on 028 316 2119 or mail him at info@euodiaadventures.co.za or better still, visit him at the Hemel and Aarde Craft Village. Watch this space for further updates!

Check out the new lifestyle and adventure program called C.I.G.A.R.E. On SABC3 @ 8:30pm Wednesday nights (started 7^th October 2009). More detail on: www.cigare.tv Join the Facebook Group and stand a chance to be on C.I.G.A.R.E. Also check out the video on you tube www.youtube.com/cigaretv

Did you see the insert on The Hermanus Whale Festival that was aired on Friday 30 October on MNET between 15h30 and 17h00? The Festival was aired on all SABC news channels on 28 and 29 September, radio coverage included KFM, 702, Cape Talk, Good Hope and RSG. The value of marketing via the festival for Hermanus and the Overstrand is valued at over R4M. Visitor counts of 100 000 with an estimated spend of over R10M further contributed to our local economy, the detailed visitor survey as well as business and stall holder surveys confirmed these estimates. An interesting outcome of the business survey was that 50% of businesses surveyed, experienced an increase in turnover and sales volumes as compared to the 2008 festival and 67% of these businesses experienced an increase of feet into their businesses. What recession as we talking about?

Jean-Jacques du Chazal - our local & beloved poet & sage - has finished another inspiring book of poems & contemplations...more

In Hermanus - on the music front - watch out for “A Slice of Life!” A soiree with our very own singer/songwriter Judy Miller and along with well-known Piano Ben. This event is taking place on Saturday, 15 November at Seasons Restaurant in the Hemel-en-Aarde Village. Tickets are limited and the cover charge is R50 per head. Light meals and a cash bar will be available and for further information please contact Seasons on 028 2162854 or Judy on 028 314 0904 or Ben on 028 316 2158.

Join the BOLLYWOOD BALL at the Birkenhead Brewery in Stanford on Saturday 21 November from 7pm to 1am. On offer is a sumptuous 3-course Indian dinner with authentic dishes from Bengal, Chettinad, Gujurat, Kashmir, & Tamil Nadu. Exotic Eastern Cabaret dress optional – BUT – PRIZE for best sari costume & PRIZE for best Indian Gypsy costume RAFFLE in aid of Stanford charities. A fun ‘SPOT THE MOLE’ competition! Tickets are only R150 and are available at the Stanford Information Office or from Cal Tomlinson on 079 037 7352.

Just a reminder to join the Horse Endurance Race on 7 November when Stanford celebrates. They are expecting 60 riders and 400-1000 visitors! A market will be on the common, bands will play, food stalls cater for you and not to forget: The best and most beautiful Horse endurance Race in the Cape will take place in co-operation with Cape Nature. For the Race contact; Johan du plessis 072 359 59 04. For your stall at the market: Sven Lager 072 828 47 27 or write to StanfordNCW@Gmail.com. For accommodation and Info on Stanford: 028 341 03 40 www.stanfordinfo.co.za.

National electricity supplier Eskom, and now the National Government has earmarked Bantamsklip on the southwestern Overberg coast as one of the preferred sites for its nuclear power station ‘roll out’ – initially a single 4000 mega watt nuclear plant – a European Pressurised Reactor (EPN) was proposed, now two such plants are envisaged for Bantamsklip. The problem is, it lies within the hottest internationally recognized biodiversity hotspot (presently registered as a S A Natural Heritage Site and a Historic Monument) and adjacent to the most valuable marine ecosystem in Africa (Dyer Island Nature Reserve and Great White Shark Marine Sanctuary) The plant and the resulting power lines would destroy the livelihoods of virtually everybody dependent on the natural environment of the area and seriously impact the tourism industry of the Cape Whale Route and the Fynbos route. View their site on www.bantamsklip.com

View the summer holiday programme at Arabella Equestrian Centre. Click here!

The Hermanus Animal welfare charity shop in Mitchell Street needs your help. This shop is their main source of income and for the past few months has not had very much coming in. They are struggling financially at present and are moving into the Xmas season and it is vital to have goodies to sell. Please dig into your cupboards at home, clean out and see what you are able to donate to the shop – kitchen goodies and bric-a-brac, clothes, books, furniture – really anything that someone else would find interesting or that the poorer folk could use. If you have a box of stuff and are unable to get to the shop, please call them on 028 3121800 and they will arrange to have it collected. You can also leave it at the kennels and ask Monique at the front to get it to the shop.

Overstrand Learning Academy leaners handed over a cheque to Animal Welfare recently. Please take a look on our social page.

Janie du Plessis is coming to Caledon on 7 November to share her life experiences with woman of all ages. Tickets are selling at R90 per person and include a light lunch. Nosy Rosy will be attending and warmly invites you to contact Johlette Matthee on 079 432 0923 to book your ticket – this is an event not to be missed!

Peter Wells started his journey in Hermanus and because he has so many beautiful friends in our town, decided to launch his book "Avove Eden, a journey to enlightenment".right here! The launch will take place on 27 November at the Bookmark, One Upon a Table at 18:00 for 18:30 pm. The book will sell for R150 at the launch and will be available at selected bookstores thereafter for R180/R190. Peter will share a review of the book - so do watch this space!

Local Business
Bellini One of Hermanus’ little gems, Bellini Art Gallery is now closer to the heart of town! You will find your favourite cappuccino stop and art shop at 167 Main, right next to Phillip Harper Gallery. Owners Willie and Klaus is promising that the new Bellini’s brims with charm,
character and that special chutzpah that makes this gallery a must stop!

Foto First offers amazing specials - local remains lekker and the best. Kees at Foto First is a service provider of note! Foto First remains Nosy Rosy's photographic shop of choice! There is no need to travel over the mountain for your photographic needs, Kees is available to assist his customer base with printing and product selection and expert advice as to your specific needs. Amazing specials at Foto First this month. Read more.

Specsavers in Sandbaai offers free single vision prescription sunglasses with every purchase of prescription spectacles. This offer is valid from 1 November until 31 January 2010. Their amazing offer for a free eye test and spectacles for children under the age of 12 still continues. Contact Nosy Rosy for further information.

Honey Fashion Accessories recently launched their Give range for woman, men and children at Fusion Cafe. Funky watches at R89 only, are a hit with the younger generation and a perfect Christmas gift. Contact Annette Theron on 082 828 5676 to view the range or to book your party!

Restaurant Updates
Jaci from Wine & Company is delighted to inform our readers that Chef Wayne Spencer has saved the day! Where Restaurant Joubert used to be (right next door to Wine & Company), a brand new restaurant. Hermanos - Spanish for 'brothers' has seen the light of day - as Wayne and his brother have gone into partnership – and opened their doors on Friday, 23 October. It was well worth the wait! Wayne is concentrating on local produce both food-wise and wine-wise with the emphasis on price and quality - excellent quality without the hefty price tag! For now Hermanos will be open for dinner only and to check out what's on offer you can visit their website at: www.hermanos.co.za. Reservations: 028 313 1916 open 18:00 till late. The restaurant will be closed on Sundays.

Fusion Café at the Village Square Waterfront Piazza, remains a firm Nosy Rosy favourite and this family run eatery, with gastronomic bistro style food, recently launched a pilot project to curb the dangers of drinking and driving. Well done Fusion for your initiative! Bookings for breakfast, lunch and dinner can be made on 028 312 4277.

Warwick’s Restaurant at Sumaridge Wine Estate in the scenic Hemel-en-Aarde Valley is open for lunch from Tuesday to Sunday from 12:00 to 15:00. Enjoy European Michelin star excellence in a setting fit for kings! We dare you to make your booking today! Read more.

The Nosy Rosy sisters spent a languorous Saturday afternoon at Feathers Bistro in the Hemel-en-Aarde Shopping Village. We were spoilt for choice but opted for the smoked chicken and tatziki salad, spaghetti with baby tomatoes, basil, garlic and mozzarella cheese, a delicious smoked salmon and cream cheese open sandwich, ample portions and decidedly more-ish, the young ‘uns settled for Caz’s home-made scones and cream and decadent death by chocolate cake and the bill for 6 of us - excluding the wine supplied by the inimitable Paul from the Wine Village - a mere R245. Well worth a visit as was evident by the number of locals we spotted!

Tapas is the gathering place of locals and passers-by and Nosy Rosy particularly enjoys the cosmopolitan ambience. Tapas has had a facelift and we can vouch that the food is divine and the ambience world-class. Tapas is located between The Burgundy Restaurant in Harbour Road and the newly paved parking area at
Lemm's corner. Crazy specials at Happy hour every day between 17:00 and 18:00. Win at Tapas...more

Wine News

Our wine columnist Lianda Beyers-Cronje, discovered a gem, Gabrielskloof, where she wined and dined and tells us more about this must visit estate. Read more.

Hermanuspietersfontein will be hosting their Wines of Hermanus and the Overberg Wine Festival on 19 December. Highlights this year were many for this vibrant estate, Swartskaap received the SA Terroir for the best Carbernet Franc for two consecutive years, their wines also received gold medals at the Berliner Trophy Wine Show. They attracted a record number of visitors (1 660 to be exact) during their Food and Wine Market over the Easter Weekend and the first Hermanus Pieters Day attracted 1 000 visitors over the whale festival period. The next highlight will be the Candlelight Concert with Annelize Mouton and the Hawston Gospel Singers on 20 December. Doe zoe voort Hermanuspietersfontein!

Piano Ben had the pleasure of visiting the new Buchu Bar and Restaurant in Pringle Bay, and shares his experience with us. ...more

Hottt off the press
Consummate Angler, Brian McFarlane, has earned his Boland Colours and is now working toward the ultimate award, to be a member of the Protea Angling Team.

Community initiatives
The countdown to Christmas has begun and in the spirit of giving, Hospice invites you to make a donation – a gift of love – by purchasing a light for R50 for their special Tree of Lights. This can be an outright donation or in memory of a family member or friend. In the latter case it will be a thoughtful gift just before Christmas which so often is a sad time for those who have suffered a loss. Their Tree Lightening ceremony will take place on Thursday, 3 December 2009 from 19h30 for 20h00 outside the Hospice Shop in Aberdeen Street. Please feel free to bring your own picnic basket and blanket, alternatively refreshments will be available.

"The Bags of Love” is a feeding scheme aimed at sending a message out to the “Poorest of the Poor” during the Christmas period when most folk are eating like kings (even during the recession) that " WE CARE". We give parishioners a Pick ‘n Pay Green eco bag together with a list of what should be put into it. (Basic Commodities) Last year, we raised cash funds from donors and included sweets for the children and biscuits for the Oldies. This year with the situation being critical we will raise extra cash funds to add some extras into bags for large families.(Mieliemeal, Samp.etc). It is important to understand that this project spans all religions and races, last year we managed to fill 520 bags, the Dutch Reform Church got 150, the Anglicans took a 100, the Bosco Mission got 65 for families of their schoolchildren. The balance was distributed by the Catholic Church mostly through Social Welfare.

This year we aim to fill a minimum of 1000 bags. The project committee is made up of members of the Catholic, Anglican and Dutch Reformed Churches. We will be approaching and encourage all the different churches in Hermanus to get involved and support this now annual event. Starting with 100 bags a few years ago we have doubled the quantity every year since then

The idea is that Parishioners should take bags and fill them when they do the monthly shopping; ideally the children should be involved to make them aware of what some people are surviving on.

We appeal to everyone who can possibly help, to do so e either by filling bags or making a cash donation. All donations will be acknowledged and a Tax Certificate issued on request.

Bags can be obtained though your Church or by contacting any of any of the Committee members listed below:

David Kershaw 082-904-8733 ohc@iafrica.com (Project Coordinator)

Elna Bosman 028-312-3909 badisahermanus@maxitec.co.za

Michael Deegan 072-768-5485 mdb1@telkomsa.net

Joy Rober 028-316-1288 srober@telkomsa.net

Lynda Rootman 072-846-2064 rootman@telkomsa.net

Nigel Woodward 079-462-4527 woodward47@mac.com

Nosy Rosy's top accommodation establishments

One of the Nosy Rosy sista's had the Divine experience of dining at Schulphoek Seafront Guesthouse ! The wine cellar is a "MUST EXPERIENCE" ! Manus knows his wine, Petro is an excellent hostess & Rebecca is a chef of note! The staff are friendly and efficient and the ambience at Schulphoek reminded Rosy of linger longer stays in far away luxury homes in Switzerland & France, while the hearty South African hospitality reminds one that you are home. ! Read more... or go to http://www.schulphoek.co.za/

Too much of a good thing can be wonderful said Mae West. Whale View Guesthouse offers just that! Relax at this romantic getaway of the edge of the sea in magical Hermanus. Read more.

Nosy Rosy had the pleasure of spending a night at Umnenge Lodge - our gracious hosts Mary and Ric treated us like royalty and did you know that the first two Southern Right whales were spotted from their lovely establishment on 18 April this year? Child friendly African guesthouse Umnenge Lodge is situated on the cliffs of De Kelders next to the Walker Bay nature reserve and caves, and offers superb land based whale watching. Tel&Fax: 028- 384 1684 www.umnengelodge.co.zaRead more.

www.hermanusbeachvilla.co.za

Cottage to Rent
Hermanus cottage “Hemel-en-Aarde Estate” - 1 Bedroom furnished cottage, Available September 1^st 2009 ; R3250.00 per calender month; Suitable for business lady; non-smoker only. Contact Nosy Rosy for further information.

Nosy Rosy is thrilled to tell you more about a guesthouse with a very specific flair, Whale View Guesthouse hugs the Atlantic Ocean and offers the perfect escape, Read more.

Selkirk House - a modern luxurious five star accommodation establishment offers an escape and here your every whim will be pandered to. Blonde granite tiles adorn the floors and pristine white American blinds ensures absolute privacy. En-suite bathrooms, heated towel rails, a huge lounge that lends itself to intimate conversations or sipping decadent cocktails. Read more.

Francolinhof Guesthouse in Hermanus borders the Fernkloof Nature Reserve and offers breath taking views of the mountain and the ocean. Four en-suite bedrooms with stunning mountain and bay views are on offer. One room is wheelchair accessible. Read more.

Vloedbos offers escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Read more.

Francolin Cottage at the Riverside in Greyton affords visitors the opportunity to experience village life first-hand.
Book today for an unforgettable experience. Read more.

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