Go to  http://www.jhblive.com/reviews/adventure/searching_for_sunshine/44423 for suggestions of Jozi places to get out into the open and catch the sun 

Open fireplaces  as  always thanks to adrian@fiftytwo.co.za Genre: Winter warmers  What: Hot chocolate, heated blankets, ugg boots, hot tubs and blazing fires are all we need this winter – Joburg is properly cold. To get through the winter blues, out the house and all ‘fired-up’ we’re directing you toward the warmer nooks of the [...]

FiftyTwo:25  This week’s pick: Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve Genre: Outdoor trails and reserveWhat: With 680 ha of open bush and 23 km’s of trails this Nature Reserve comes as a surprise to most Joburg dwellers. Rated the largest reserve in the Johannesburg Metropol, Klipriviersberg is overflowing with archaeological, cultural, historical and geological attractions. Home to red [...]

Celebrating and showcasing the sounds of SA with performances by the likes of The Parlotones,  Jozi, Karen Zoid and many more. Tuesday to Sunday, Jun 15-Jul 11. Jun 26: Steve Hofmeyr Jun 27: RJ Benjamin Jun 29: Zindala Zombili African Dancers Jun 30: Jozi Jul 1: Bongo Maffin Jul 2 & 3: The Parlotones Jul 4: [...]

 O n Sunday 6th June I went to the opening of Andrew Lamprecht’s sculpture exhibition at the Nirox Sculpture Foundation out on the Kromdraai Rd in the Cradle. The Nirox grounds are quite beautiful – a magnificent park designed by the well-known landscape architect Patrick Watson whose most famous creation is the Sun City gardens.   This [...]

FiftyTwo:21  48 hours in Joburg Genre:  Tourist Guide to your own city What: What’s different to do and see in Joburg in 48 hours.Drink here: Darkie Café is the go for early Friday drinks, this is urban cool when busy. Move onto Narina Trogon, a hip Braamfontein eatery serving unusual fare. The upside – there’s a [...]

This week’s pick: Umuzi Photo Club  Genre: Photography exhibitionWhat: Mi Kasi es tu Kasi (My township is your township) is the title of the Johannesburg leg of the global Umuzi Photo Club exhibition – New York, London and now Joburg. This photographic exhibition showcases both undiscovered and underprivileged talent in South Africa. A photographic story [...]

Sappi Sunday Picnic concerts Concert Lawn, Walter Sisulu NBG  13h00 – 15h00 R50  Check www.sanbi.org for concerts on 20th June; 1st , 15th and 29th August and 12th September.  You need to get there early as these concerts are very popular, for good reason.  A day chilling in the warm winter sun on a comfy camp chair with good friends, [...]

From JhbLIve Newsletter 27 May 2010: Johannesburg’s creative minds are gearing up for a six-week long extravaganza of arts, culture, entertainment and literature. The Newtown Festival is set to showcase to visitors, both local and international, the finest that South Africa has to offer.   This cultural festival offers an array of goodies throughout June and [...]

Visi 26 May 2010 writes:
When one imagines the art capitals of the world, Johannesburg doesn’t come to mind. This isn’t for lack of talent, but for lack of exposure. Fortunately, this situation is about to change thanks to a new initiative called Afro Centric Joburg City Art Tours.  These cleverly compiled art tours provide a [...]