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The Knit Wits Of KZN To Knit, En-Masse

The Knit Wits Of KZN To Knit, En-Masse

Date: 2014-06-13
Blankets for Nelson Mandela Day Concert

On 15 June 2014, KZN 'knit-wits' from Zululand, Durban, Pietermaritzburg, the Midlands and the Drakensberg, will congregate at the Nelson Mandela Capture Site in Howick for a good cause: The cause is 67 Blankets for Nelson Mandela Day - an initiative that aims to collect thousands of handmade blankets which will be distributed to those in need on Nelson Mandela Day (18 July).

The 'knit-wits' are in for a special treat with performances by acclaimed South African troubadour, Nibs Van der Spuy; passionate and versatile musician, Kaolin Thomson; one of South Africa's leading concert pianists, Christopher Duigan; Pietermaritzburg based musician and Idols finalist Erin Fourie, and Steyn's goddaughter, Ella Grealy. Even if you are not a 'knit-wit' - join us for a great day out - dads are invited to join in too .it is after all Father's Day!

Joining the 67 Blankets for Nelson Mandela Day movement is easy. The only requirement is that the single bed sized blanket or baby blanket has to be handmade - no store bought blankets will be accepted. Blankets can be knitted or crocheted and should measure 150 cm x 200 cm. Most importantly, those who pledge to make a blanket must please keep their promise and complete the blanket or blankets by 1 July 2014.

Drop off points include Auto & General Insurance offices nationwide, the Auto & General Theatre on the Square, the Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa, The President's Award office in Grahamstown and Clifton Preparatory School in Nottingham Road in the Midlands Monday -Friday or contact Annie (abgrealy@iafrica.com) Charity beneficiaries will be announced closer to the time.

There will be a designated 67 Blankets parking area. Sound equipment and stage has been kindly sponsored by Selbys. The MC for the day will be Brendan Grealy who has been involved with the development of the Mandela Capture Site since its inception. Everyone is encouraged to bring their own picnic baskets and picnic blankets.Food and drinks can also be purchased at the Capture Site. https://www.67blankets.com / Twitter - @67blankets / Facebook - 67 Blankets for Nelson Mandela Day