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Koepel Trap Fees bring weer bietjie stof en baie smiles Potchefstroom toe - 29 November
Die Koepel Trap Fees maak weer sy opwagting op Saterdag 29 November 2025 by Venterskroon Inn, net buite Potchefstroom. Dis een van daai events waar mense met fietse, kinders, honde, coolerboxes en ‘n goeie humeur opdaag, al weet almal teen die eerste bult gaan iemand dink “hoekom doen ek hierdie aan myself?” Die drie roetes Deelnemers kan kies tussen 87 km (R380), 52 km (R320) of 21 km (R260). Dit maak nie saak watter afstand iemand aanpak nie, almal kry die voorreg om die Ko

Amanda Bekker
Nov 192 min read


GGSA NW maak dié jaar klaar met ’n piekniek op die President se grasperk - 22 November
Wanneer November sy kop uitsteek en die meeste mense al halfpad in vakansiemodus is, kom GGSA NW met hul jaareindfunksie, hierdie keer op een van Potchefstroom se mooiste en mees historiese plekke. Op Saterdag 22 November 2025 om 10:00 pak almal hul piekniekmandjies uit op die President se grasperk by die President Pretorius Museum. Dis nie ’n fancy do nie, net ’n lekker saamkuier voor almal uiteindelik vir die jaar uitasem uitblaas. ’n Datumswaai en ’n Dag vol Stories Die b

Amanda Bekker
Nov 192 min read


Summer Home & Garden Makeover Tips for Ikageng and Potchefstroom Residents
For residents of Ikageng and the greater Potchefstroom community, the South African summer is the perfect season to tackle gardening projects and home renovations. Longer days, warm weather, and the year-end holidays offer a golden opportunity to refresh your property. Image(Facebook) : BUCO Potchefstroom BUCO Potchefstroom (including its Ikageng branch) is here to help - offering everything from building supplies and roof sealants to garden tools and outdoor essentials under

Charlene Bekker
Nov 197 min read


Esmi’s Pet Grooming: Potchefstroom’s Passionate Pampering for Dogs and Cats
Esmi’s Pet Grooming in Potchefstroom has earned a stellar reputation for pampering dogs and cats alike . Owner Esmi Bronkhorst brings over a decade of professional grooming experience to every pet’s haircut or bath . Image(Facebook) ; Esmi's Pet Grooming Here, your pet’s well-being truly is the top priority , the clean, calm salon is designed so even anxious pets feel at home . Esmi’s friendly, qualified team treats each animal with gentle care and patience, ensuring every v

Charlene Bekker
Nov 194 min read


The Go-To Guy | Week 46 Diary
From sport stories and school achievements to power-tool demo days, tile shopping, and rising music stars from Ikageng, Week 46 was full of energy, variety, and the kind of community moments that make Potchefstroom so special. Image(Created) : The Go-To Guy Here’s everything we covered this week, in one place, in full colour. SportStroom – 12 November Volkies Cricket: Reflecting on 2025, Building for 2026 On 12 November , SportStroom welcomed Pieter Wiid and Wynand Schmitt

Charlene Bekker
Nov 194 min read


Mooirivier Kersmark bring feesfeer en ’n vol maag
Die Mooirivier Kersmark in Bailliepark, Potchefstroom, maak weer sy deure oop van 20 November tot 29 November, elke dag van 09:00 tot 20:00. Dis die tyd van die jaar waar mense kom rondstap, koop, kuier en natuurlik eet. Want sonder ’n bord kos voel ’n mark mos halfpad. Kersgeskenke wat nie in plastiek draai nie Die mark is propvol handgemaakte items, speelgoed, houtwerk, juwele, dekor, klere en ander geskenke wat nie lyk of dit gister by ’n bargain bin uitgeval het nie. Hier

Amanda Bekker
Nov 192 min read


Rooy Food Market November
Die Rooy Food Market maak op Sondag 30 November 2025 weer sy opwagting in Potchefstroom, en dié keer bring hulle sommer ’n hele Kersfees vibe saam. Dis die soort mark waar mens jou Sondag kan begin met goeie kos, ’n bietjie kuier, en heel waarskynlik meer inkopies as wat jy beplan het. Maar dis mos hoe dit gaan. Wanneer en waar Die mark vind plaas by Van Rooyen Hall in Piet Bosmanstraat, en die deure is oop van 10:00 tot 15:00. Dis lekker naby vir meeste Potch-inwoners, en me

Amanda Bekker
Nov 192 min read


Kids Get Creative at West Acres Centre’s Festive Colouring Competition
West Acres Centre is rolling out the crayons for its annual Kids Festive Colouring Competition, inviting young artists to settle in for a bit of colouring, a bit of competition and a whole lot of December chaos that parents know all too well. When the Colouring Happens The centre will host colouring-in days on 5, 6, 12 and 13 December 2025. Children can pop in, pick up a festive page and get colouring right there at the venue. No entry fees, no fancy equipment required. Just

Amanda Bekker
Nov 182 min read


A Spotless Shine in Potchefstroom: Imperial Specialist Cleaning Services Leading the Way
“Glass so clean, be careful not to walk through it.” This playful promise isn’t just a slogan, it’s the standard Imperial Specialist Cleaning Services strives for every day . Image(Facebook) : Imperial Specialist Cleaning Services Based in Potchefstroom and servicing surrounding areas, Imperial has built a reputation on making local homes and businesses gleam. In this monthly update, we highlight how their professional team keeps windows crystal-clear, solar panels efficient

Charlene Bekker
Nov 186 min read


Glasfit Potchefstroom: Professional Glass Solutions for Your Car, Home & Business
In a bustling town like Potchefstroom, dealing with a cracked windscreen or a broken window at home can throw your day off track. Fortunately, Glasfit Potchefstroom is a locally trusted glass specialist (backed by the national Glasfit network) offering a full range of services for vehicles, homes, and businesses . Image(Facebook) : Glasfit Potchefstroom From quick windscreen chip repairs and full windscreen replacements to new home window installations and patio doors, their

Charlene Bekker
Nov 187 min read


Child Welfare Potchefstroom gears up for Outdoor Family Fiesta - Postpone due to weather
Child Welfare Potchefstroom is preparing for a lively community afternoon with its upcoming Outdoor Family Fiesta. The organisation hopes to draw families, friends and even the odd curious neighbour for a relaxed day out that won’t require any complicated planning or polished picnic baskets. Event details The fiesta takes place on Saturday, 29 November 2025 at 15:00 at Piet Bosman Stadium in Potchefstroom. The event is positioned as a simple get-together that lets everyone un

Amanda Bekker
Nov 182 min read


WoudWandel 2025: Three Nights, Three Moods and a Whole Lot of Lights
WoudWandel is dusting off the fairy lights again for December 2025, and this year the organisers have decided that one size definitely does not fit all. Instead, they’re offering three different ways to wander the woods, each with its own flavour, focus and crowd. All tickets are online only, so no point pitching up at the gate and hoping for the best. Below is everything people need to know, laid out clearly so no one gets lost before they even reach the forest. Dates and Wh

Amanda Bekker
Nov 182 min read


SANBS Blood Drive at West Acres Mall Potchefstroom - 26 November
The South African National Blood Service is heading to West Acres Mall in Potchefstroom for a community blood drive that aims to keep the country’s blood supply going strong. It is scheduled for Wednesday 26 November 2025, running from midday until late afternoon, giving locals plenty of time to swing by between errands, lunch breaks or that moment when they realise they’ve already walked past the parking area twice. When and Where The drive will take place in the parking are

Amanda Bekker
Nov 171 min read


Haya Collections: Potchefstroom’s Go-To Source for Professional Uniforms
When you see a nurse in crisp scrubs or a chef in a neat apron in Potchefstroom, chances are their attire comes from Haya Collections . Image: The Go-To Guy Creations Since its founding in 2013, this local uniform specialist has been serving the community by designing and supplying high-quality professional wear for healthcare, hospitality, beauty, and other industries . Their motto , “for Potchefstroom, from Potchefstroom” , speaks to the shop’s deep local roots and commitm

Charlene Bekker
Nov 177 min read


A Festive Craft Session with a South African Twist - 22 November
Crafter Soul Studio is gearing up for a hands-on Wreath Workshop that promises a relaxed morning of ribbon, rings and a fair amount of laughter. For most South Africans, wreath-making is not exactly something that happens every weekend, which is partly why this workshop exists. It offers a chance to try something new without any pressure to produce a masterpiece. When and Where The workshop takes place on 22 November, from 10:00 to 13:00, at Romy’s Habby, located at 44 Buskus

Amanda Bekker
Nov 172 min read


Paws Haven Potchefstroom Gears Up for Golf Day 2025 - 28 November
Paws Haven is teeing up for its annual Golf Day, set for 28 November 2025, and the organisation is hoping the community will once again pitch in to support its work with abandoned, neglected and abused animals. The event will take place at the Potchefstroom Country Club, with a shotgun start at 11:00. A Day on the Course for a Good Cause The format is simple. Teams can enter a 4 ball at R2000, and anyone keen to boost the fun can sponsor a waterhole for R500. True to traditio

Amanda Bekker
Nov 172 min read


Night of Worship at Pad.langs - 12 December
Pad.langs Koffie Stop is gearing up for a relaxed Night of Worship on Friday 12 December 2025, inviting locals to settle in for an evening built around community, music and a crackling fire. The organisers kept the details straightforward: arrive, find a spot and enjoy the worship session. Event Details The gathering takes place at Plot 91, Vyfhoek, Modderdam, where Pad.langs has become known as an easygoing meeting point for people passing through or simply avoiding their to

Amanda Bekker
Nov 171 min read


Standing with Strength: Help Morné Greeff on his Road to Recovery
Life has a way of changing in an instant. One moment everything is normal, the next, your world is turned upside down. For Morné Greeff , a beloved friend, father, and community member, that moment came all too suddenly when he suffered a severe stroke . In a single heartbeat, everything shifted. Now, Morné faces an incredibly challenging road to recovery, one that requires both courage and community. Image (Back-a-Buddy): Morné Greeff A Fighter’s Spirit Despite the odds, Mor

Charlene Bekker
Nov 142 min read


Irene-Louise van Wyk to Bring Elegance & Soul to LiggieFees@Potch on 26 December
On Friday, 26 December 2025 , the enchanting light festival held at the grounds of Abraham Kriel Children’s Home will welcome Irene-Louise van Wyk as one of its standout performers. Image (Fecebook): Irene-Louise van Wyk With the festival’s season spanning from 28 November through to 31 December, this late-December performance promises to be a highlight in a festive period already rich in music, family fun and community spirit. A Voice Rooted in Afrikaans Music Irene-Louise v

Charlene Bekker
Nov 143 min read


Ruan Josh takes to the stage at LiggieFees on 23 December
This year’s edition of LiggieFees@Potch, held on the grounds of Abraham Kriel Children’s Home and running from 28 November through 31 December, promises to shine a little brighter when Ruan Josh steps on stage on 23 December 2025 . Image (Facebook): Ruan Josh With the festive-season atmosphere in full swing by late December, this performance is one of the key mid-to-late festival highlights, offering both local flavour and star power. A Musical Journey That Resonates Ruan Jos

Charlene Bekker
Nov 142 min read
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