Conference news – February 2010
25th February 2010Happy Valentines Day Ladies, we hope you all got spoilt rotten!
We trust you have all got back into the swing of things and still enjoying the great weather! We have started off 2010 with a bang in our conference department and are extremely excited to see what the rest of the year has in store for us! We are also very positive about the different possibilities we can look forward to over the Soccer World Cup months! Watch this space…
Exciting Conferences held with us this month:
We are delighted to announce that Reach for a Dream will be hosting one of their Fundraising Golf Day and luncheon here on the 12th of March, the same day as our Open Day! There is also going to be a live auction at 3pm to raise funds for their charity. If you would like more information please contact us on 021 448 6117. Sponsorship and branding opportunities for this special event are still available. If you can’t make it but still wish to make any donation please use the link below and reference The River Club Golf Day.
https://www.givengain.com/cgi-bin/giga.cgi?cmd=donate&cause_id=1305
BMW showcased their brand new BMW 5 series Grand Turismo which is true to German perfection.
BDO Puma Peninsula Marathon held their registration for all their athletes on Saturday the 20th of February.
Designer Clothing Sale (YDE, SOTO, Trigger) will be held on Saturday the 27th of February from 8:00am.
We are delighted to announce that Fine Woman – Business Network have made the River Club their new home this year for their monthly breakfast meetings! This month they have invited a special guest speaker – Margie Stone – “Selling the Science with a formula.’
For more information and to book please log onto www.finewoman.co.za
These are just a few of the exciting things happening this month at the River Club Conference Department! To find out more about how our conference department can organise your next banquet, conference or event please phone us on 021 448 6117 or email infor@riverclub.co.za
iPod competition winner
We are proud to announce the winner of our latest iPod draw. Tamzyn Miller from Johannesburg is the lucky recipient of an 8gb Nano iPod. Congratulations Tamzyn!
Conference news – February 2010
19th February 2010The River Club Open Day – 12 March
In association with Reach for a Dream
We are delighted to be hosting an Open Day on Friday the 12th of March at the River Club to showcase our venue. We have a complete fun filled day of activities on offer and welcome each one of you to enjoy the day with us. We will have wine tasting, educational talks hosted by Sports Science Institute of South Africa, Holistic Fair, Logical Golf Academy competitions and giveaway’s.
We look forward to seeing you all soon; please RSVP to sarah@riverclub.co.za by no later than Wednesday 24th February
Schedule:
11:00 – The Grand Opening with a glass of Pongracz on arrival
11:00 – 14:00 – Guided tours of the River Club facilities
14:30 – 15:30 – Reach for a Dream Charity Auction
15:00 – Golf Driving Competition
Fun Activities and Attractions all day:
Adventure works showcase their FUN activities
Golf Academy
- Nearest the Pin
- Putting competition
- Demonstrations every hour on the hour covering all aspects of the game
Sports Science Health and Wellness
- Free 3 minute BMI health assesment
- Educational talks
- Biokineticist
- Megan Bead for a full body massage
- Spec Savers free eye test
- Migun Thermal massage bed on display
Various luxury cars on display
Corporate Dynamic Activities
Cape Wine hosts “blind” wine tasting
Ridgemore Wine Tastings
FREE PRIZES and GIVEAWAYS
Reach for a Dream will be hosting there golf day at the Mashie course on the day and will be raising funds for their Charity. If you are unable to make the day but would still like to make a donation please use the link below with REF River Club.
https://www.givengain.com/cgi-bin/giga.cgi?cmd=donate&cause_id=1305
Holistic Lifestyle fair
If you’re craving all things good, wholesome and healthy come and see a few of the exhibitors from the Holistic Lifestyle Fair or for more information please log onto their website http://holisticlifestylefair.yolasite.com
We look forward to seeing you all soon
Please RSVP tosarah@riverclub.co.za before 24 February 2010
Conference news – January 2010
29th January 2010Welcome to 2010.
We speak for all South Africans when we say that 2010 simply must be a great year! With the global financial crisis of 2008/9 having hit us all between the eyes, we can only look forward to an improvement. In South Africa we are particularly excited to be hosting the World Cup, the biggest sporting event on the annual calendar. Finally we will be able to showcase our beautiful country to millions of visitors and millions more television viewers. Perhaps those people who still believe that we live in deepest darkest Africa with lions and elephants roaming the streets will be stunned into silence when they see the infrastructure that exists. Our only hope is that we can limit the impact of crime and make it an event that will go down in history as one the “greats”.
We welcome Sarah Dabner as our new Marketing lady.
Sarah has joined us to make sure that we keep up the good relationships we have built up with you, our loyal customers in the past, and will be forging new relationships with those companies that have not yet enjoyed our hospitality.
To find out more about how our conference department can organise your next banquet, conference or event phone us on 021 448 6117 or view the conference venues webpage.
Conference News – December 2009
9th December 2009Woolworths takes Social Responsibility into account when hosting Year End Function
We were honoured to host the Woolworths IT division – what a fantastic idea to combine a year end function with a social responsibility project. Kids from the Al-Noor orphanage in Woodstock were treated to a day of fun by some of Woolworths’ enthusiastic staff. First they played games on the lawns in front of the main buildings and then enjoyed making noise with a kids drumming session. Of course there was plenty of food to go around and a great time was had by all the kids. Then it was time for the adults to have their fun and a great party went on upstairs in our Congo Room till late.
Old Mutual goes “Proudly South African” at their Year End Function
As can be seen in the picture staff from Old Mutual’s Group Internal Audit division declared their loyalty and support for our beautiful country by choosing the “Proudly South African” theme for their function. It is really great to see South Africans shrugging off all the bad news and declaring their patriotism in such a positive way.
To find out more about how our conference department can organise your next banquet, conference or event phone us on 021 448 6117 or request a personalised quote.
Conference News – November 2009
16th November 2009Adidas and Taylormade Sample and Warehouse Clearance Sale
The River Club conference venue will be hosting the “Adidas and Taylormade Sample and Warehouse Clearance Sale” the 27, 28 and 29 November 2009.
Charity – Men on the side of the road
We have recently been introduced to a great concept that enables us to reduce unemployment without the risk of picking labourers up from the side of the road. Let’s face it, in our crime-ridden society we are all fearful of picking up strangers and employing them in our homes or businesses. Men on the Side Of the Road will be able to assist you with your labour requirements by simply making a phone call. They have a list of prospects that are categorised by skill in various areas of the peninsula. Whether you need a plumber, bricklayer, painter or gardener they know someone that can do the job! They will also advise you on the recommended daily rate for a particular job, and as a non-profit organisation it does not cost you anything extra.
If you would like to make use of their services, or you want to support this initiative to reduce crime and unemployment, call now on 021 448 9000. For more information on Men at Work click here.
Compliments
Nothing gives us more pleasure here at the River Club than meeting a customers needs. Jo-Anne from the Jo-Anne Hilliar Landscape Design School recently held a conference at our facilities, here is what she had to say:
“This comes as a short note to ‘Thank The River Club’ most sincerely for the most efficient handling of our recent seminar that we ran last week. All the delegates were delighted with the venue, together with ourselves and we were very happy with the service.
Thank you very much for your efficiency. Please would you congratulate your staff for their courtesy and interest in looking after us so nicely? Thank you very much for your ‘Professionalism’ as well particular.”
Conference News – October 2009
21st October 2009End of Year Banqueting
Due to the high demand for year-end functions we have installed permanent decor in our two largest rooms – the Congo Room and the Zambezi Room. The rooms will be draped with swags on the ceiling, and the swags will have fairy lights to create that special atmosphere. Colours will be neutral so that you can enhance your theme by adding colourful table overlays and chair ties.
Make an enquiry now, our coordinators will turn your dinner into a memorable event while keeping to the all important budget.
Another Happy Customer
Nothing gives us more pleasure here at the River Clubthan meeting a customers needs. Susan from the Cape Wine Academy recently held a conference at our facilities, here is what she had to say:
“Hi All You Hard Workers!!!
Thanks for all being so professional and really making this course happen. The room was great, your staff always on hand and eager to help out, we had fun and lots of good feedback from our students. Service was excellent and so was the teas, and food, and your timing was perfect. Thanks so much we really appreciate all the hard work. Hope your bosses appreciate you all. Please let Jean, Dom and Zikisie know that I really appreciate them and love working with them, and thank them for me!”
Thank you for your feedback Susan.
Charity
At the River Club we are very keen to get more involved in the community by supporting the good work that some of our charity organisations are involved with. One particular organisation that is doing exceptional work is the Reach for a Dream Foundation. We have already met with them and offered to support them in any way we can. If you have any suggestions regarding the best way to support Reach for a Dream or you would like to put forward the name of the charity you would like to receive our support, please e-mail your suggestions to info@riverclub.co.za
Conference News – September 2009
16th September 2009Oktoberfest Conferencing
The River Club conference centre is also joining the festivities by offering Oktoberfest conference specials. Various discounted conferencing packages include traditional mouth-watering delicacies, such as Pretzel & Sauerkraut. These conference specials (half-day and full-day) are available through out the month of October.
La Senza, Hip Hop & Queue Fashion Sale
Join us at the River Club for the La Senza, Hip Hop & Queue fashion sale extravaganza on 24 – 27 September 2009 open from 9am – 6pm (Thursday to Saturday) and 9am – 2pm (Sunday).
On offer:
- Bras 3 for R150
- Panties 3 for R75
- Tops from R50
- Dresses from R95
- Leather Sandals from R199
- Boots from R299
Call 021-447 7718 (office hours) or 083 604 3758 for more information
Biokineticist available for conferences
The River Club and the Sports Science Institute are exploring ways in which we can form and association that will benefit you as a customer of the River Club. From time to time we will be able to arrange for a biokineticist to be on site during your conference, which will give your conference goers the opportunity to have their health evaluated, perhaps during the tea break.
Conference News – August 2009
24th August 2009Soon To Be Seen At the River Club
Mindpower seminars
One of our River Club Regulars is Robin Banks and Associates with their Mindpower seminars. The next seminar at the River Club will be some time in September so be sure not to miss it. Robin Banks and Associates is an international organisation of inspired people committed to providing world class, leading edge services and products which empower individuals and organizations to fulfill their destiny.
To find out more about Robin Banks please log on to www.robinbanks.co.za
Cape Wine Academy Course
You can also learn all about being a wine connoisseur by attending one of the well known Cape Wine Academy courses. What better way to impress your friends at the dinner table than with your superior knowledge of the latest cultivars?
For more information please contact the River Club on 021 448 6117 or email info@riverclub.co.za
New Arrival
The River Club would like to welcome a new tenant in the Golf Shop. The Golf Resorts Club markets holidays at golf resorts across the country and we believe that there is great synergy in having them here.
At the Golf Resorts Club, you will have access to a selection of beautifully appointed luxury houses on South Africa’s finest golf estates and upmarket leisure resorts. As a member you are entitled to the use of the club accommodation and its facilities at the prestigious estates every year in perpetuity. The Golf Resorts Club is ideal for corporates to use as incentive schemes, client relationship building, or much needed “de-stressing”. You will find that where you stay is as magnificent as where you play.
Currently on offer:
BUY 1 WEEK AT ANY RESORT AND HAVE ACCESS TO AN ADDITIONAL 5 WEEKS AT ANY OF THE OTHER GOLF RESORTS LUXURY HOUSES PER ANNUM
To take advantage of this offer click here to email us or contact Taryn on 021 448 8577. For further information on the Golf Resorts Club log onto www.golfresortsclub.co.za.
Charity Golf Day an Overwhelming Success
The Charity Day Golf Day Arranged by Terry Dickinson with the help of his friends proved to be an overwhelming success. Through the generous efforts by sponsors and well doers the golf day was able to raise R 47 257.00 in aid of people suffering from Multiple Sclerosis.
Many participants and contributors are to be thanked including Mr. Robbie Simpson, Auction Alliance, Magica Roma, Ms Diane Niagle, The Wild Fig Restaurant, The Hydro in Stellenbosch, Ken Forrester Wines, Spier Wines, Constantiaberg Wines, Logical Golf, Mr Kevin Doyle, Mr Des Scott, Brown Fillery and the Player Restaurant at theRiverclub.
Other contributors were David Curling, Val de Klerk, Karen Dobbie, Vanessa Hindley, Gavin Hunter, Susie Macdonald, Piers Montague Evans, Des Scott and Terry and Lindy Dickinson. Lastly a special thanks to the players without which the game would not be possible and the River Club staff.
We invite you to consider hosting your own Corporate or Charity at the River Club. Click here to request a quote or for further information please call the River Club on 021-447 3757
The River Club Reporter – June 2009
30th June 2009The alterations to our reception area are now complete, and so far all the comments have been extremely positive. If you have not visited since we started, we invite you to pop in for coffee at any time. A heartfelt thanks to all our customers who continued to support us through all the banging, breaking down, rebuilding, dust and general mess!
Now that the big mess is over, we are slowly but surely going to be touching up each room, so there will be much less noise and dust. We hope that by the end of the year you will be very impressed with the new look. As part of our Extreme Makeover we have also been quite bold in painting the outside of the building in a beautiful cream colour.
Seen recently at the River Club
We regarded ourselves honoured to be part of this years annual Cadiz Freedom swim, where many (and some might say crazy) swimmers braved the icy Atlantic to swim from Robben Island to Bloubergstrand. Whether you regard them as a touch mad or not, it was all in the name of charity with the Vista Nova school being the sole beneficiary.
The Caltex Road show was a high energy event with actors training the forecourt staff in customer service and introducing them to the new Caltex Techron for Diesel. What was most impressive was the degree to which the actors were able to pull their audience in and get them to participate. By all accounts the event was a major success and has been repeated throughout South Africa with similar enthusiasm and support.
Soon to be seen
Here at the River Club you can learn all about being a wine connoisseur by attending one of the well known Cape Wine Academy courses. What better way to impress your friends at the dinner table than with your superior knowledge of the latest cultivars?
The vast majority of people hooked on nicotine wish they could give it up for good. Regular Smokenders courses, run at the River Club, may be just the way for you to finally kick the habit. This course is endorsed by Discovery Health, so if you are a member of Discovery Vitality you should qualify for a discount.
Dr Brian Jude is a dynamic presenter and recently presented his courses at the River Club. His infectious personality makes every course interesting and highly motivating. Dr Jude will be back later in the year to present his courses on “Customer Service, Managers mistakes and more” – watch this space!
As always we would like to thank all our River Club Regulars for their ongoing support.
Our Team
We would like to congratulate Mtheto on his 21st birthday. Mthetho has been with the River Club for just more than a year now and can be seen dutifully cleaning, stacking and assisting wherever he can, to make sure that our customers have a great experience in the conference venue.
Footnote
Believe it or not we are already taking enquiries for end of year functions! It only feels like yesterday that we were celebrating the New Year and here we are halfway through the year already. Do not forget to book your function as soon as you can and allow us to make it a special and memorable event.
