Society Closes its Doors

News just in, Society is no more. Below is the message received this morning from Chris Wright on Facebook.

To all Society Members....

It is a heavy heart to say that Society, quite suddenly, has CLOSED.

Before rumours start to fly in this fickle town of ours as have started already, we have unfortunately had to closed due to issues surrounding our landlord and the renewal of our lease and therefore, quite suddenly, have closed our doors to trade.

We at Society, thank you for the last 4 1/2 years for your patronage and many a great evening. It is without you that we would have never achieved such success as a restaurant, with our talented kitchen team winning awards, being Anne Stevens' top ten restaurants awarded just a few months ago and sushi chefs providing some of the best sushi in the country as well as a great night spot where all ye African nightlife gathered. Not too mention our dedicated service staff trying to serve your every whim, whether the best client or even the most sinister - the guest every restaurant loves to hate.

I, as well our staff look forward to providing you with future service, wherever that may be. Who knows, possibly another Society in the pipeline.

Once again, thank you for your loyal patronage and great attitude towards Society. You guys made Society worth it.

Form the entire Society team:

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT.

Regards and take care

Chris
and the Society team.

XXX

We will keep you posted

Wow, now that's a shock. I can't say I'm going to miss the noise it provided me with until all hours of the night, but it is a sad day for Durbanites.

Vodacom Durban July

4 July 2009

Hi guys and girls. I have been super run off my feet the last few weeks and so updating the blog has been a bit of a mission.

For information about the Vodacom Durban July, please visit www.vodacomdurbanjuly.co.za

Pretty much everything you want or need to know is on there.
Please find info on the 5fm After Party below:

The hottest event to hit DURBAN is just around the corner… and you better be ready for it!

On Saturday, 4 July, the official 5FM Vodacom Durban July Afterparty, fuelled by Miller Genuine Draft is setting Durban on FIRE at the DLI Hall in Greyville!

We don’t care if you’re betting on the horses , checking out the talent or out to dance the night away… we just want YOU at our party!

It promises to be an unbelievable evening with the coolest 5FM jocks rocking the decks!

Action starts from 19h00.

Full DJ Lineup:
Roger Goode
Erica Elle
DJ Fresh
Euphonik
Gareth Devore
Lady Lea

Roger Goode’s Saturday Surgery and Erica Elle’s Studio 55 will be broadcasting live from the venue – you don’t want to miss it!

Book your spot at Computicket!

General tickets: R 180
VIP Tickets: R 260

And we will see you on the 4th of July at the DLI Hall in Greyville, Durban!

5FM and the Vodacom Durban July – bringing YOU the official after party!!!!

Durban - 24 June 2009

Happy Hump Day

It's started off as a beautiful day in Durbs, that cloud bank on the horizon shouldn't amount to much. SA weather is predicting clear skies until Friday, with an 80% chance of rain on Friday and Saturday and a partly cloudy Sunday.

For those of you who like to get out there and have fun regardless of the weather, here's a quick guide to some of the things happening in Durbs until Sunday:

Wednesday 24 June 2009

Eighties
Jack Daniel's Cowboy Round up. A fun-filled evening with the Jack Cowgirls - Massive Giveaways! Join Sasha Martinengo from 5FM as he rocks the dancefloor with all your favourite TOP 40 hits!! R5 Drinks till 12PM!

Cafe Vacca Matta Suncoast
Ladies Night. Great vibe & entertainment. Ladies free before 21h00.

Burn Nightclub
Pickled Pigs Night, get to Burn for this super crazy student June special!
FREE ENTRANCE before 9pm! FREE BOOZE from 9 - 10pm! R30 entry after 9pm.

Thursday 25 June 2009

Cafe Vacca Matta Suncoast
Thursday Student Night Out, Soco Social at Cafe Vacca Matta!
Starts at 20h00. No U21's.

The Reform Club
Every Thursday night is Student night with DJs playing the best in Hip Hop & Old Skool tracks.

Durban City Hall
World Symphony Series: Winter Season 2009
Ticket from R60 to R180. *Student & pensioners reduced tickets only at the door. Single ticket bookings can be made through Computicket. Starts at 19h30.

Harvey Wallbangerz - Durban North
Punchlines Stand Up Comedy featuring Trevor Gumbi, Simmi Areff, Nina Hastie, Mtunzi, Lil Paul hosted by Glen Bo. Starts at 19h30.

The Winston Pub
Durban School of Comedy presents Alternative Experimental Comedy
Durban Underground comedy at its best. Don't miss out on the building of a legends. Starts 20h30. R30 cover charge.

Friday 26 June 2009

The Winston Pub
Grynd Rodd Muse, Elegy & Vengence Resides. From 20h00. R30 cover charge.

Club Casa Nostra
Student Night. Absolute musical mayhem & drink specials!
Free entrance all night with student card. R30 cover charge without. No U18s.

Cafe Vacca Matta Suncoast
Jameson Style Party. A Style Fashion Show featuring Couture Designers... Haroun Hansrot, Kathrin Kidger, Rizwana Singh & Prasheen Bhagwan. From 20h00. R50 cover charge.

Saturday 27 June 2009

Club Casa Nostra
La Familia Partito. Join the family and party with us Italian Style! Hear the hottest & the latest commercial Dance, Pop & RnB Hitsm, simply your favourites!
Doors open at 8pm. Strictly No U21's.

Snap Wine Bar & Cafe
Jazz/Blues with Vanessa at Snap Bar! Starts at 20h30.

Traxx Nightclub
Traxx presents a legend in the South Arican Dance Scene - DJ DIZZY.
Doors open at 10pm. Buy 1 get 1 free drinks promotion till 11.30pm. R80 cover charge.

Northwood Crusaders Sports Club
Versus Backyard Concert. Kicks off at 12 noon. Tickets cost R80 and can be purchased in advance at Crusaders, as well as at the door on the day. Children under 12 pay R20.

Eighties Nightclub
Gareth Cliff & Paradigm Lingerie Show. Doors open at 20h00.

Playhouse Theatre
Imperial Russian Ballet. Shows at 15h00 & 19h00.
Tickets: R135 to R225. Available at Computicket.

Durban City Hall
Dostana Musical. A Bollywood dance spectacle with a kaleidoscopic view of our country's rich and captivating cultures. Tickets are R100. Available at Computicket.com. Saturday show at 19h00. Sunday show at 18h00.

Sunday 28 June 2009

Cafe Vacca Matta Suncoast
Miller Genuine Draft presents Electric Wonderland. Free Entry before 6pm . R30 thereafter. Tickets available at the door.

Club Casa Nostra
Jack Daniels Month End Marathon. Bringing you the Ultimate Club Experience from 6pm - 6am with Durban's Legendary Dj's. Karaoke with Derek Rooi from 6pm - 9pm. R30 cover charge.

Joe Cools
Pigs Night. Buy 1 get 1 free cocktails from 3:30pm-5:30pm. Pigs night from 7-9:30pm.

3 - 12 July 2009

In celebration of connecting to the real physical world, the ever popular East Coast Radio House and Garden Show’s 2009 theme is aptly titled ‘love real life’.

It reflects the trend of people longing for a simpler way of everyday life that returns to authentic basics and the natural world. With families spending more and more time in their homes, they are also seeking out new ideas to make their living space more comfortable, practical and entertaining.

Show goers will be exposed to a variety of well-branded exhibitors promoting the latest in home and lifestyle products. With over 300 different stores under one roof, there will be a variety of value-for-money options and items, ranging from creative home products to the convenience of e-appliances to inspiration for outdoor patio lifestyle.

This family friendly shopping event promises to be an inspirational boost for all. Mark this date in your diary now and visit Durban’s largest lifestyle show!

Mon - Thurs: 10am - 9pm
Fri - Sat: 10am - 10pm
Sundays: 10am - 8pm

Entrance fees:
R 45 Adults
R 25 Seniors (over 60)
Under 16 FREE (with adult)
ECR Special - Mon to Thurs - All tickets R25

W: www.housegardenshow.co.za

53rd Durban Air Show

11 - 12 July 2009

The 53rd edition of the Durban Airshow to be held at Virginia Airport in Durban North on July 11 and 12 is ‘going to be the best ever’ according to the organisers.

“The show is coming together very nicely indeed and the show is taking a huge step up with the sponsorship from the City of Durban” said Ray de Vries spokesman for the event.

“We expect a capacity crowd of over 15 000 people at the aerodrome to watch what will be the best ever airshow yet. There are over 80 acts each day with a plane taking off or landing every 7 minutes. The crowds will experience exactly why Durban is the warmest place to be this winter.

There will be SAP parachutists, SAAF, civilian jets, the Silver Falcons, passenger airliners, skydivers and many acts that will take place on the ground involving aircraft.

“We have amongst others; football supporters being freed from a hijacked bus by the crack SAP task force backed up by the SAP airwing, a mirage speeding across the skies, aerobatic team formations and many other favourites that are guaranteed to keep the crowds enthralled” said de Vries.

The show will open with a parade and a tribute to the City’s emergency, safety and security services assisted by major emergency role players .

Gates open on both days at 07h00 for the general public and the show commences at 09h30 each day.

SATURDAY, 11 July 2009
Adults R90
Children, Seniors, and Paraplegics R40

SUNDAY, 12 July 2009
Adults R80
Children, Seniors, and Paraplegics R40

Buy Tickets Online

Traffic and parking guidelines for the public will be posted on the website.

The online ticketing facility will open on Friday July 19 and will be available on the official show website

Released by : Julian Titshall of Ray de Vries Sports Solutions on behalf of the Dusi Mfula organisers.

Durban Wings Club, organisers of the Durban Airshow to be held at Virginia Airport in Durban on 11 and 12 July, received word on Tuesday that the world renowned Silver Falcons will be flying on both days of the show.

"The boost from Durban's new sponsorship has enabled us to take the show up another step and attract world class acts like this one "said Ray de Vries, spokesman for the organisers.
The show, in it's 53rd year, is the second longest running civilian airshow in the world to Farnborough in the UK.

Moses Mabhida Stadium

• Durban's Moses Mabhida Stadium will have the capacity to hold 70, 000 spectators during the 2010 FIFA World Cup™. Its design allows the stadium seating to be reduced to 54,000 for local matches or up-scaled to 80,000 for events such as the Olympic Games.
• There are 150 corporate hospitality suites with 7,500 seats.
• The grand centre arch, 106m high, is not just a design feature. A cable car will take visitors up to its highest point, where they can get out and enjoy breathtaking, panoramic views of the city and ocean.
• The 350m long free-span steel arch weighs 2600 tons - that’s the equivalent of 2,600 average cars.
• The roof is made of 46,000m2 of Teflon®-coated glass fibre membranes, which will produce a translucent glow when the stadium is lit.
• The roof is attached to the arch by 95mm-diameter steel cables.
• Each seat of the all-seater stadium is spacious and comfortable, providing clear line-of-sight to the pitch.
• An automated, retractable roof cover will provide shelter to 80% of the stadium in the case of rain.
• A brand-new passenger terminal will include a railway station, parking, and park and ride facilities for spectators.
• Fans will be encouraged to arrive early and beat the crowds. Parks, shops, bars, cafes and restaurants in the Kings Park Precinct will keep everyone entertained until kick-off and after matches.

Mr Price PRO 2009 Schedule

The world famous Mr Price Pro surfing competition is moving location for the first time from Durban's North Beach to Ballito. The competition takes place from June 26-July 5.

The competition will take the form of a "mobile" event, using the world class beaches of Salmon Bay, Willards, Surfers, Tiffanies and Tinley Manor and making use of the varied excellent surfing conditions available.

Mr Price will be partnering with the Kwadukuza Municipality to organise and run the surfing competition and will work with the local community to build a beach festival around the activity, including free music concerts and other beach related events.

Surfers registration – Willards / Surfers beach site office: 25 June (3-5pm)
Mr Price Pro Ballito Trials: 26 June
Mr Price Pro Ballito (Women): June 27 - 28
Mr Price Pro Ballito (Men): June 29 - 5 July
Mr Price Pro Ballito Concerts: 2 July

Parts of this article was originally published on page 28 of Daily News on March 26, 2009