Pick Up Litter Parade

Jungle Theatre Company is back with a bigger and brighter Pick Up Litter Parade in Muizenberg. Don’t miss this family fun afternoon, which creatively tackles the very visible problem of litter and waste in the Muizenberg precincts. The public are invited to join the parade and dress up as their favorite sea creature or come as themselves and follow the giant Shark, Octopus and Turtle craft from waste puppets and our mobile musicians along the beach. Fabulous prizes for dressing up and litter collection are up for grabs!

For more info visit www.jungletheatre.co.za

Muizenberg Comminitree Mural Project

If There was a Mural in Muizenberg what Story Would it tell ? What Would it look like, What would it feel like, Where would it be?

Join us at the Communitree Heart Space to co-create a beautiful art work that celebrates who we are!

There will be a number of activities taking place from the 14th -21st Dec. feel free to drop in for any of them anytime!

A Mural can be much more than just picture on a wall, a mural could be an end result of an incredibly creative and community building adventure.

Wherever a Mural is placed an awareness is created for that immediate environment as something that reflects the people who live there. It draws attention to Human Culture and the current thinking bound up with it.

A Mural’s content becomes part of the dialogue and daily lives of all those who pass by it.


Up Coming Activities:

* 14th -17th Dec 6:00 -7:30pm : Breath Water Sound Workshop

Breath Water Sound is a free workshop offered by the Art of Living Foundation; that teaches simple yet powerful breathing, sound and meditation techniques which eliminate stress from the system so that the mind gains the clarity to solve problems. Most importantly, the course reminds communities of the power each individual has within, to make a difference and to be the change that they wish to see.

(participants must be able to attend all 4 sessions)

*14th Dec :Storytelling Mbiras Sessions and Collage 7:30 pm:

Lets explore together the Power of community and creativity. Ancient African Wisdom and Music of Mbira by Michael Chikowore together with a collage sessions by Claire Homewood and Lisa Martin.

* 14th-17th Dec 7:30. Creative Process Collage Workshop

The workshop will use the medium of collage and mixed media to brainstorm ideas for the final mural in Muizenberrg .The medium of collage provides the focus and brainstorming of ideas and impressions. Collage is a fantastic medium, quick, spontaneous, fun, but is also very telling in that it allows for a subconcious flow of energy to come through.

* 18th Dec: 2pm : Mural site/ location walkabout.

community are invited to take a walk through the streets of Muizenberg and spot and discuss potential mural sites.

* 21st Dec 10am: Mural Funding Brainstorming session



There is also an invitation for you to run a workshop or create an event which helps to gather ideas be they visual or conceptual for the mural - eg. take a group for a hike up the mountain and draw Muizenberg, photograph some fynbos, chat to some surfers about the project, do a workshop with school kids or any organisation already up and running in Muizenberg. The idea is to cast the net as far as possible and allow for everyone to be part of the process

During the week 14th-21st Dec there will be info available as well as the collage and other collected visual material up on a wall in the Heart Space for all to interact with.

Communitree Heart Space: Namaste building- Corner of Church St and Killarney Rd, Muizenberg Village

http://communitreeheartspacecentre.wordpress.com/

350! Muizenberg

An amazing day of celebration! Thank you to eveyone for coming down and to all those who gave of their time, skills and creativity to make the day happen!

Above Photos by Toby Murphy

Photographs by Claire Homewood

Palmer Rd, Muizenberg

presents

350: a day of participation, creativity and eco-interaction....
with
.....market, music, food, film screenings, street performances and you....

On October 24th Palmer Rd will explode into a site of creative interactions where focus will be on the 350 drive: International Day of Climate Action

350 parts per million (ppm) is what scientists say is the safe upper limit for carbon dioxide (CO2) in the atmosphere. Right now, mostly because we’ve burned so much fossil fuel, the atmospheric concentration of CO2 is 390 ppm.

If we can significantly limit our carbon emissions into the atmosphere, then forests and oceans will slowly suck some of it out of the air and return us to safe levels. We can change -- and now is the time to mobilise the world to swift and bold climate action, which is what's being planned internationally for the October 24th.


Saturday: October 24th
10 - 4pm

Palmer Rd, Muizenberg

Come along and enjoy!

The intention for this event day is to create a fun, lively street community feel with the added focus of seeing whats happening with participating projects and individuals who are working towards sustainable positive change. We would encourage everyone to make this day as carbon neutral as possible so why not hop on the train or car pool, bring used bags to carry home your purchases, help save paper by circulating this info via email, and just become a little more eco-aware in your purchases and habits.

For more info or to share ideas please email communitreemuizenberg@gmail.com or contact Claire 074 3485744

Or, drop into Palmer Rd for a chat..........
Organics Alive - Organic Shop and Deli
Dijo African Restaurant - Delish and healthy, a unique South African eating experience
Chromis - Natural garden and home store
The Melting Pot - Awesome Music
Roots - Books and Music
The Coffee Bean - Tea time treats
Gina's - Handmade crafts

For more info on the International 350 Event Day see http://www.350.org/

A Big Gigantic Thank You!

...to all those who gave their time, energy and support to help create a fantastic day of eclectic Palmer Rd celebration!


Local belly dancer put on an impromptu show to entertain the crowd on Palmer Rd, Muizenberg.

We have received much positive feedback and can look forward to more markets to come. Our dinner hosted by Dijo African restaurant was a fabulous success as guests were welcomed by the beats of African drums and fire dancers then treated to a variety of vegetarian and fish dishes. Guests were then led next door into the Communitree space where a storytelling, musical and poetry performance enlivened creative palettes. The art auction which followed was an excellent contributor towards our fundraising as well as standing proud as an example of the fine artwork to be exhibited in the future of Communitree.


The Communitree Space: market stalls and art exhibition.

Some of the works of art waiting to go up for auction.

The band Rivertone play vibey tunes for a happy Saturday on the southern peninsula.

Theresa, owner of Dijo African Restaurant, where many Communitree meetings have taken place.

Fire dancers light up Palmer Rd, heart of Muizenberg Village, as guests arrive for dinner and the art auction.

Click here to see more photos.

All images by Dani Bora

Thank you also to all the business and individuals who generously donated raffle prizes, these were very gladly received by many smiling peoples!

Communitree is now focusing on moving into 37 Palmer Rd by the 1st of September.

Watch this Space!

Communitree and Dijo light up Palmer Rd

COMMUNITREE!

Saturday 15th of August

Join us for a day of eclectic ongoings

MARKET 10 - 5pm
A colourful market of exciting stalls, children's activities, a ping pong tournament, super cool raffle prizes, organic edibles and lively music for a happy Saturday!
Also a Communitree info stand

ART AUCTION
Viewing open from 7pm
Live Auction 9pm

After party @ The Melting Pot

Communitree! is a creative collective of artists, healers and workshop facilitators, working in a shared space in Muizenberg. It is an evolving concept, valuing transparency, respect of individuality and responsible pro-action.Communitree provides a nurturing environment in which the unfurling potential of each individual can reveal themselves in a celebration of creativity.

We are on a magical mystery tour of evolution and if you are intrigued join us for a day of creative fund raising, Palmer Rd Muizenberg, 15th of August.

We aim to collect enough money to allow us to put down the deposit for number 37 Palmer Rd so that we can move in by 1 September and get creating!

The Communitree collective came about through individuals contemplating the space up for let, simultaneously envisioning a kind of art, healing, outreach hub. We have come together and Communitree is the vehicle through which we are making this happen.

Preparing for market day!

Saturday 15 August:

10am - 5pm
A colourful market of exciting stalls, children's activities, a ping pong tournament, super cool raffle prizes, organic edibles and lively music for a happy Saturday. Also a Communitree info stand where you can find out how you can become involved. Ideas for stalls, activities or entertainment still welcome speak to Caitlyn 074 6710952.

From 7pm
Invitation to view artworks up for auction. An eclectic mix of from a broad spectrum of artmakers. A definite opportunity to add something new and exciting to your art collection. Select artworks up for written bid throughout the day.

7 for 7:30pm
A lucious African vegetarian and fish feast at Dijo, a truly unforgettable integrated South African eating experience. Tickets on sale @ Dijo R150 (contact Theresa 021 7884912)

9pm
Auction time! But first a dramatic taster of what Communitree will offer - Dance, poetry and storytelling performance against a backdrop of artworks ready to jump off walls and follow new owners home. Invest in art and you invest in creative minds, hearts and the physical space of something new, something that wants to create itself as a collective unfolding of humming potential – Communitree! Please note that it is not necessary to have joined us for the dinner in order to attend the auction.

And if your not already saturated with talent and buzzing energy then dance and celebrate it out @ The Melting Pot for a spectacular end to a day of Communitree achievement.

For more Info:
General enquiries: Claire 074 3485744
Market: Caitlyn 074 6710952
Art and Auction: Megan 072 4360065 or Ruth 076 9117103
Dinner: Theresa @ Dijo 021 7884912

View map: Palmer Rd


Watch out for posters of creative synthesis and new eclectic excitement!

A holistic approach to cultivating creativity takes root in Muizenberg

Following a recent trend in Muizenberg towards community co-operation, the Communitree initiative looks set to make an exciting contribution to the artistic and holistic atmosphere of Muizenberg Village.

This ‘eclectic’ creative collective of artists, healers and workshop facilitators will be launching their groundbreaking initiative to work from a shared space in Palmer Road Muizenberg with a fundraising day on Saturday, 15 August.

A creative ‘ecosystem’

The Communitree project is based on a philosophy of community members working harmoniously together, without hierarchy, to form an ‘ecosystem’ supportive of the individuals making up the whole.

“Although we are a diverse group, we all share a common vision and values based on a sense of community”, said Communitree’s Lisa Martin, “It is an evolving concept, valuing transparency, respect of individuality and responsible pro-action.”

Another Communitree member, Claire Homewood added: “The Communitree concept has grown organically so far. It aims to provide a nurturing environment in which the unfurling potential of each individual can reveal itself in a celebration of creativity.”

The Communitree collective came about through several individuals contemplating renting a vacant space in Palmer Road, Muizenberg Village. They simultaneously envisioned an art, healing and outreach hub, and so came together to form Communitree – the vehicle through which they hope to make this creative shared space a reality.

A fundraising day packed with activities

The purpose of Communitree’s fundraising drive on 15 August is to collect enough money to pay the deposit towards renting the premises, and thus get the project off the ground.

There are lots of activities planned throughout the day. These include a colourful market to be held from 10am until 5pm at 37 Palmer Road, with a variety of children’s activities, a ping pong tournament, a raffle, organic food and music to add to the festivities.

In the evening there will be dance, poetry and storytelling performances set against a backdrop of artworks for sale in an auction taking place from 9pm at the Communitree premises (viewing from 7pm).

Also, a limited number of tickets are available for a luscious African vegetarian and fish feast at the adjacent Dijo restaurant, and thereafter the celebrations move to an after-party at the nearby Melting Pot.

To find out more, go to www.communitree.blogspot.com or call Claire on 074 3485744.