There is a specific kind of magic that happens inside a boutique grooming salon in Baillie Park. It begins with the arrival of a scruffy, perhaps slightly matted "woef" and ends with the departure of a gleaming, fluffy showstopper. Image(Facebook) : Esmi's Pet Grooming This dramatic transformation is the heart of Esmi’s Pet Grooming, a business that has recently been cemented as a community staple after winning the "Best of Potch" Readers' Choice Award for 2025. The Science o

Die Amelia Nasorgsentrum hou weer fees, en hierdie keer draai alles om biltong en goeie samesyn. Dis die ideale kans om jou vriende bymekaar te kry vir ’n aand wat belowe om sommer net lekker te wees. Die fokus is op die gemeenskap en om die sentrum te ondersteun, so dit gaan oor veel meer as net die vleis op die tafel. Wie is op die Verhoog? Barto en Johan Loots gaan sorg vir die entertainment. Met hierdie twee op die "line-up" kan jy maar weet die atmosfeer gaan reg wees. O

Die bekende sangeres Jennifer Zamudio gaan binnekort die verhoog in Potchefstroom warm sing. Met 15 solo-albums en 25 jaar in die bedryf agter haar naam, weet Jennifer presies hoe om ’n gehoor te vermaak. Sy is deesdae nie net ’n sangeres nie, maar ook ’n groot name op sosiale media waar sy gereeld vars content deel. Hierdie geleentheid word moontlik gemaak deur die Potchefstroom Fire Protection Association (FPA). Waar en wanneer? Merk sommer nou al die kalender vir 8 Augustu

Die Wilge Hoërskool is hosting a Golf Day at the Potchefstroom Country Club on 28 May 2026. The event offers a blend of sport and social networking, moving away from the typical office environment for a day on the greens. Format and Play The day features a Better Ball format, designed to encourage a relaxed yet competitive atmosphere. A shotgun start at 10:30 will see all players head out to their respective tees simultaneously, ensuring everyone finishes the round together f

As the Highveld chill begins to settle over Potchefstroom, homeowners face a recurring seasonal threat: geyser failure. Winter is traditionally the peak period for plumbing emergencies, as extreme temperature fluctuations place immense stress on heating elements and valves. Image(Provided) : Horn's Plumbing Services When combined with the North West’s notoriously hard water, the risk of a catastrophic burst increases significantly during May and June. While a midnight emergen

Huge congratulations to the team at Build it Potchefstroom for being officially crowned the Best Hardware Store in the Best of Potch Readers’ Choice Awards 2026! Image (Facebook) : Build it Potchefstroom This prestigious recognition is a testament to the "Yes We Can!" spirit and the expert technical services you provide to the Potch community. From precision plan reading to helping homeowners save thousands through accurate material quantification, you’ve proven that you are

In the South African construction landscape, a hidden tax often plagues both homeowners and professional contractors: the cost of guesswork. National statistics reveal a staggering reality, as construction sites across the country frequently waste between 10% and 30% of materials due to poor planning and inaccurate ordering. Image(Facebook) : Build It Potchefstroom This May, Build it Potchefstroom is highlighting the technical services designed to eliminate this waste. By mov

Die Gereformeerde Kerk Potchefstroom-Suid hou weer basaar op 30 Mei 2026. Vir diegene wat die pad soek, die aksie gebeur by Klerkstraat 21. Alles skop af vanaf 08:00 die oggend, so dit help nie jy probeer laat slaap as jy die beste koopies wil tref nie. Wat is op die Spyskaart? As jy honger daar aankom, is dit jou eie skuld as jy honger huis toe gaan. Die pryse is gelukkig nog billik vir die sak. Hier is 'n vinnige kykie na wat jy kan verwag: Ontbyt: Vir R35 kan jy tussen 08:

As the winter chill begins to settle over Potchefstroom, the call for community warmth has never been more urgent. The Abraham Kriel Kinderhuis has launched its annual Blanket Collection, a vital initiative aimed at ensuring that every child in their care stays snug and protected during the freezing North West nights. Image(Provided) : Abraham Kriel Kinderhuis The Mission: 230 Blankets for 230 Children The goal is clear but ambitious: 230 soft fleece blankets are needed to co

It is a proud moment for the Baillie Park community as Esmi’s Pet Grooming has officially been recognized as the Best Pet Grooming Parlour in the prestigious 2025 Best of Potch Readers' Choice Awards. Image(Provided) : Esmi's Pet Grooming This award, hosted by Mooivaal Media and the Potchefstroom Herald, is a testament to the hard work and heart that owner Esmi Bronkhorst and her team pour into their local business every day. Since opening in 2020, the salon at 30 Bremner Str

As the crisp autumn air takes hold of the North West, Potchefstroom is blooming with activity. This week, the "Home of Champions" shifts its focus to the heart of the home, offering an extensive array of Mother’s Day celebrations that range from refined fine dining to rustic countryside picnics. Image(Created) : The Go-To Guy Beyond the festivities for Mom, the city remains a hub for lifelong learning and entertainment, featuring professional skill-building workshops, interna

As jy op die aand van 16 Mei by Snowflake in Potchefstroom verbyloop en mense sien wat woes dans op geen musiek nie, moenie bekommerd wees nie. Niemand het van hul litte losgeraak nie. Dit is bloot tyd vir Kandelaar Studentegemeente se gewilde Silent Disco. Hoe dit werk Vir die mense wat nog nooit by een was nie: ’n Silent Disco is presies wat die naam sê. Almal kry ’n draadlose headphone by die deur. Daar is gewoonlik verskillende kanale waarna jy kan luister, so terwyl jou

Welcome back to another edition of The Go-To Guy Weekly Diary! We’ve just wrapped up a marathon stretch covering Weeks 18 and 19 of 2026, and if there is one word to describe the atmosphere in Potchefstroom lately, it’s vibrant. Image (Created) : The Go-To Guy From major business milestones and the roar of engines at the Motorskou to the rising levels of the Mooi River, our "Eyes in the Field" have been everywhere. This fortnight also marks a significant turning point for our

Die span by Lekwena Wildlife Estate het besluit dit is tyd vir 'n bietjie kuier. Op Vrydag, 22 Mei 2026, word die PROE-lokaal oopgegooi vir 'n aand wat fokus op goeie wyn en nog beter geselskap. Die manne agter die bottel Twee kenners lei die aand. Gerhard Bruwer (wingerdboukundige) en Gerhard Smith (wynmaker van Creation) kom deel hul kennis oor sewe verskillende wyne. Wyn, Pizza en Kontant Teen R150 per persoon kry gaste die wynproe sowel as tuisgemaakte pizza. Die "Kat se

The Missionary Winter Market is set to take place this Saturday, 9 May 2026, bringing together several student organisations for an evening of fellowship and fundraising. Held at VARSmark, located on the corner of MC Roode and Bond Street, the event supports outreach teams as they prepare for their upcoming travels. Supporting Student Missions The market highlights the work of students from Kandelaar Studentegemeente, Kruispunt Potchefstroom, Every Nation Campus, and Shofar.

As jy nog nie planne het vir hierdie Saterdag nie, is daar ’n lekker geleentheid om die mamas en oumas in jou lewe te bederf. Die Handmade with Love Mark vind plaas op 9 Mei 2026 by Miederpark Spar in Potchefstroom. Dit beloof om ’n gesellige oggend te wees waar plaaslike kreatiwiteit die hoofrol speel Wat kan jy verwag? Die mark fokus op alles wat met die hand gemaak is. Van oulike geskenke en handwerk tot ietsie vir die vinnige honger, daar is ’n goeie verskeidenheid om deu

As jy lus is vir ’n aand van top-vermaak, merk solank jou kalender. Die legende van die verhoog, Nataniël, maak reg vir ’n spesiale winterskonsert by The Feather Hill in Potchefstroom. Dit beloof om ’n aand te wees vol van daardie unieke Nataniël-magie wat ons almal ken en geniet. Wat op die spyskaart is Die program is ’n mengsel van splinternuwe Afrikaanse stories en musiek wat wissel van bekende klassieke treffers tot oorspronklike nuwe skeppings. Saam met hom op die verhoo

Dit is nie elke dag dat ’n instansie sy 50ste bestaansjaar vier nie, maar Amelia Nasorgsentrum staan nou amptelik op daardie groot mylpaal. Om hierdie halfeeu van "liefde, sorg en hoop" te merk, word daar vanjaar behoorlik feesgevier. Almal word hartlik uitgenooi om die naweek van 9 tot 11 Mei 2026 saam met die inwoners en personeel te kom kuier. Saterdag: Potjiekos en Stories uit die Oue Doos Die verrigtinge skop af op Saterdag, 9 Mei. Die manne (en dalk ’n paar vroue ook) g

As the winter chill approaches, BUCO Potchefstroom,your trusted partner for building and home improvement,is turning its focus from building structures to building a warmer community. This winter, we are launching a special initiative to support those in need, and we need your help to make a difference. Image (Provided) : BUCO Potchefstroom How You Can Help From 30 April to 31 May 2026, we are inviting residents and businesses to donate items that provide essential warmth and

At 15, most teenagers are navigating the halls of high school, dreaming of their futures, and making memories with friends. But for Chanté, a resilient young girl from our community, life looks very different. Image : BackaBuddy For half of her life, she has been fighting an invisible battle,one that has now reached a terrifying breaking point. What started as simple headaches at age eight has spiraled into a daily struggle for survival. Today, Chanté’s body has become a pris