On Thu Aug 9 the popular art, crafts and organic food market Bryanston Organic Market hosts a special Women's Day edition with plenty of great discounts, art classes and a guest talk at 11:00 by the inspirational Grace Iyaka from the education and female empowerment NGO Neema Foundation. You can also expect to find all the usual food, fashion and craft vendors, plus plenty of hands-on, creative activities to keep kids amused, making this a fun and relaxing way to spend the Women's Day public holiday.

Art Class with Bettina's Cafe. Bettina of the popular market lunch stop Bettina's Cafe is running a special Women's Day art class where you get to paint a wooden serving tray in oil paints. Even if you have never painted before this is a fun, creative and social way to spend the morning. The art class costs R350 and includes a light breakfast and coffee before the class, all materials and a delicious homemade lunch afterwards. Phone Janine on +27 72 239 3868 or email bettinacafe@icloud.com to book. The class starts at 09:30.