Mirror Extra - Christmas Edition Rick and Maggie would like to wish all the Morning Mirror readers a blessed and peaceful Christmas. Thank you for your love and support for our "Oldies" over these many special years. GOD BLESS YOU ALL AND KEEP YOU SAFE. +++++++++++ WALDEN.--John. On behalf of the Walden family, Sally, Sue, Nicky and Ken, I announce the passing of a wonderful, loving husband, father and grandfather, on Saturday, December 18, 2010, in Framlington, Suffolk. John passed away after a short illness. Anyone wishing to contact the family, please to do so using the following email address -- peter.botwright@homecall.co.uk +++++++ Barefoot Beerfest, 29th Dec @ Vic Falls Primary School. Live Music: DJ Frank, Gary Stanley, Cunning Brad. 6pm till late; $20 entry of which $10 reimbursed in bar tickets. See you there! +++++++++ HOTEL RIO THIS FESTIVE SEASON, DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND, WE WILL BE OFFERING A BRAAI ON THE FOLLOWING DAYS:- CHRISTMAS DAY 25th December BOXING DAY 26th December NEW YEARS DAY 1st January SUNDAY 2nd January $12 per person 112:30pm to 3pm Tel:- 281384/5, 289407, 289403 HOTEL RIO (PVT) LTD P O BOX 1696 BULAWAYO TEL/FAX: 281384/5 289407, 289403 +++++++++ CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR AT THE ACADEMY A CHRISTMAS CAROL Thursday 23 December in the Robert Sibson Hall at 2.30 p.m. A film of Dickens' classic Christmas story using the technique of "animating" real actors in which Jim Carrey is brilliantly transformed not only into Scrooge, but the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future as well. A fantastic family film full of fine performances from actors such as Colin Firth, Gary Oldman and many more - a treat for children and grown-ups alike! Admission: $2.00 SCROOGE Thursday 23 December in the Robert Sibson Hall at 7.30 p.m. A second version of A Christmas Carol, this time the musical with eleven joyous songs and starring Albert Finney with Kenneth More, Dame Edith Evans and Sir Alec Guinness among the cast. Admission: $3.00 VIVA LA DIVA Friday 24 December in the Robert Sibson Hall at 7.30 p.m. Katherine Jenkins and Darcey Bussell join forces in an all-singing, all-dancing extravaganza that pays tribute to their particular idols including Doris Day, Edith Piaf, Marilyn Monroe, Maria Callas, Fred Astaire, Audrey Hepburn and Moira Shearer. Admission: $3.00 +++++++++ BRAND NEW DIGITAL CAMERA FOR SALE *** COMES WITH A FREE 2GB MEMORY CARD!! *** CRAZY PRICE!! CHEAP AS YOU LIKE!! BENQ DC C1030 Eco Digital Camera (Silver) - 10 Megapixels - 3x Optical Zoom - 2.7" LCD screen - Super Shake-Free, Smile Capture, Blink Detector - 2GB SD memory card (can hold up to 819 photos or 11 hours of video) $220 or R1550 Call Matthew on 0772418090 or 09 256270 +++++++ SOUTHERN COMFORT LODGE CHRISTMAS LUNCH! This year Southern Comfort Lodge will be open for Christmas Lunch! Let us cater for you whilst you relax in the comfort of a friendly atmosphere with a fine spread of food before you to warm both your stomachs and your hearts. All the trimmings are on offer, including crackers and Christmas carols, and we will be serving a sumptuous Christmas Buffet including the following: Prawn Cocktails, liver pate, butternut soup ; Roast Turkey, Roast Beef, Gammon Ham, Wide selection of Salads ; Christmas Pudding and Custard, Fruit salad, Trifle. All of the above for only $20 per person (Kids U10 $10 each)! Book early to avoid disappointment, limited spaces available!!! Contact Les Hunt on 0773 246 082, Bianca Schultz on 0773 119 119 or Tanya Hunt on 0775 105 238. Merry Christmas from all of us at Southern Comfort Lodge! +++++++ CHRISTMAS EVE DINNER at the Bulawayo Club - three course dinner, main course a buffet; traditional Christmas favourites. US$22.00 per person; bookings essential. Phone Rob on 64868-9. NEW YEARS EVE DINNER at the Bulawayo Club - three course dinner, main course a buffet. US$30 per person; bookings essential. Phone Rob on 64868-9. ++++++++ HURRY HURRY HURRY - ESKIMO HUT CHRISTMAS FARE ORDER YOU ICE CREAM CHRISTMAS PUDDING AND CHRISTMAS CAKE NOW. Contact Hayley on 0777175631 or discuss your personal requirements. Many designs to choose from. Or e mail Hayley on eskimohut@yoafrica.com ALSO SPECIALISED 3D ICE CREAM CAKES FOR ANY OCCASION. BIRTHDAY, BABY SHOWERS, TWENTY FIRSTS, ETC. Winner of the lucky till slip draw for November was PETRINA NAIK. Next draw 23rd December 2010 Please ensure all your orders entered into computer and that you write your name and contact no. on your till slip and post into the box provided. ++++++ CHRISTMAS EVE @ MOSAICS** Friday 24th December 2010 LIVE MUSIC BY GARY STANLEY AND BRAD CUNNINGHAM. Cover charge $5 ++++++ WILD WEDNESDAYS @ MOSAICS THE MEGA - FEST TOP SOUTH AFRICAN Dj's YARON & SOX PLAYING BACK2BACK THE BIGGEST PARTY BULAWAYO HAS EVER SEEN Shooter girls - Drink specials - lucky draw - Body painted guys and dolls - outside stage - multiple bars & lots more! Tickets: The launch: Pre sold R50, door $10 Ladies night and masquerade party: R50 at the door Mega - Fest: $15 presold. Info: ILAN 077 715 3584 Presold available at Mosaics, Greenvale, The Coffee Shoppe, Middy's, Bombela, Pembroke Place, River Cafe and Indaba Book cafe ++++++ Management and staff Gees Fruit & Vegetables take this opportunity to wish all our valued customers and friends a merry Christmas and a very happy New Year. Thank you all for your support over the years and we look forward to serving you in the future. Place your Christmas orders early. Open Sundays 8.30 am to 12 non Ice available Telephone 09 - 67013 / 68209 Fax 09 - 68209 Cell 0712 401 334 Mannie THANK YOU GEES FROM ALL AT THE EDITH DULY NURSING HOME YOU ARE ALWAYS THERE FO US. +++++++++ Adams Delights decorated christmas fruit cakes christmas mince pies wedding cakes novelty birthday cakes plain/chocolate carrot cake chocolate mousse cake chocolate brownies caramel/peach/pineapple/chocolate fresh cream cakes cheese cakes [seasonal fruit] cup/fairy cakes cremora tarts milk tarts assorted biscuits order cakes two days in advance order christmas cakes now to avoid disappointment For sale Beautiful wooden wall carving of an african lady 30years old kiaat wood CALL ADAM ON 0772906331 OR 242670 ++++++ VEHICLES WANTED I am looking for a 4 x 4 single cab or cab and a half in good condition with reasonable mileage. Something like a Toyota Hilux etc. Please contact me on huntingzim@gmail.com ++++++ Grada Investments (Pvt) Ltd manufacturers of VC SILVER COLLECTABLES -"silver with a soul" Featuring a range of unique silver creations - just in time for Christmas! Come and see our impeccable collection of beautiful jewellery with unique silver necklaces earrings rings and bracelets We have a wide range of the finest silver products including spoons, bookmarks and key-rings, Start the New Year on the bright side - silver plating expertly done. Visit our showroom at 111 Plumtree Road, Belmont. Tel: 09.471704: Cell: 0712602012 & 0772779301. E-mail: ec@netconnect.co.zw Web: www.vali-cohen.com +++++++ TENDELE CRAFT SHOP Happy Christmas to all our friends and valued customers and Best Wishes for 2011. We will be open for business at both Pembroke Place and River Estate over the Christmas and New Period except for the following days :- Pembroke Place Closed 25th & 26th Closed 30 / 31st Dec and 1st /2nd January River Estate Closed 25th / 26th / 27th Dec. Closed 1st & 2nd January Both shops will be open on Wed. 22nd Dec. We have a wonderful selection of local art and crafts from all corners of Zimbabwe as well as a limited selection of items from other parts of Africa. Come and see us for unusual, quality gifts at affordable prices. Lots of new stock in for Christmas. Opening hours Weekdays 9am - 4pm Saturdays 9am - 1pm ( Pembroke only opens at 10am on a Saturday). +++++++++ THE DIARY OF AN AFRICAN PRINCESS By MICHELE MACMILLAN An amusing little read about living in Australia - things that no one else will tell you! Great stocking fillers or Christmas prezzies. R70 or $10 Phone 0712 614281 or e-mail macmish@yoafrica.com +++++++++ "Christmas is coming - the geese are getting fat, Please put a penny in the old man's hat. If you haven't got a penny then a farthing will do. If you haven't got a farthing, then God Bless You." Looking for something as a Christmas present? Then what about a copy of "One Man in his Time", Peter Rollason's anecdotal biography? Stories of events, people and happenings over more than 60 years. Available at $10 from Peter himself (tel; 240517), Hillside Pharmacy or the Zimbabwe Academy of Music. +++