Wearing Christmas hats and eating feasts in mid-summer does not appeal to everyone, which is why many South Africans opt for a braai or picnic on December 25.
Christmas in July, however, is a different matter altogether. The weather is chilly, bundling up is cosy rather than sweat-inducing, and a full plate is appealing. Residents of Tarentaal Retirement Village discovered this for themselves on July 30, when they gathered in the village hall for a festive celebration.
“The Christmas in July High Tea was organised by our residents’ committee, consisting of Nan Haslehurst, Wendy Laver, Charmaine Datt, Doreen Steyn, Rhoda Heynes and David Picton. It was a cracker of an event and I am sure the organisers will all find a little something extra under the tree come December, to reward them for their efforts,” says village manager Tammy Neilson.
Charlotte Duncan, Sally Assink and Anne Kojetin with their Christmas hats and happy faces.
Wide smiles from Janet Ristic and Kay Stott.
Looking festive are Ronnie Cumming, Rob Smith and Ellen Ngobeni.
The Tarentaal Village Residents’ Committee, aka Santa’s Little Helpers: Nan Haslehurst, Wendy Laver, Charmaine Datt, Doreen Steyn, Rhoda Heynes and David Picton.
