| Editor’s letter Meet Marc Truss Snippets Security Update August 2007 Dear Readers If you look back in time and remember how we started the CIDs, the uncertainty of going into unchartered waters, a CID model developed for South African conditions yet to be tried and tested, then the task at the time seemed daunting. But after six years we’ve definitely come a long way. We’ve changed the public perception of “why must we pay a CID levy?” to “what else can we do to assist?” The proof of why the CID is in existence is very simple: Just take a stroll down the road, see the clean streets, the feeling of safety, the numerous developments that have taken place and how we as a CID have streamlined ways so you as a private citizen can achieve results in a very short period of time. The CID, adhering to its mandate, through the provision of supplementary services like “visible policing” and “street sweeping,” needed to be in a position to add value as a form of a top-up service and, by providing a platform as a facilitator, we can get things done pretty swiftly and effectively. The team of dedicated individuals who fall under the Green Point and Oranje-Kloof banner are passionate and committed to making a difference. Without your support, we could never have become such a success. As a birthday wish (Green Point CID was implemented on the 15 July 2001 and the Oranje-Kloof CID was implemented on the 15 January 2002) my only request is that you continue to support us, for I believe that “the best is yet to come!”. Best wishes,
Marc Truss Who Runs Your CID? 
With seemingly unlimited passion and enthusiasm, Marc Truss, Head of Operations for the Green Point and Oranje-Kloof City Improvement Districts (CIDs), is doing his part to make Cape Town a world-class city. Often working seven days a week, his compassion and respect for every individual has put a shine on the city’s streets and pride in the hearts of many locals. read more back to top SNIPPETS 1. Wellness Warehouse opens in Oranje-Kloof An exciting all-in-one eco-friendly, socially aware and healthy options offering opens in the Oranje-Kloof vicinity this September on Kloof Street. Wellness Warehouse, a privately owned business, is the very first retailer to provide the widest range of wellness products and services in a single destination. The store will include a food market with a wide organic choice; supplements and complementary medicine; a book shop with body, mind and soul content; a fitness area with yoga, pilates and sporting equipment; plants and cut flowers; spa and sauna supplies and equipment; healthy and natural alternatives for moms and tots; as well as beauty, bath, body and homeware departments. You will also find standard cosmetics, natural alternatives and your usual food market supplies. 
For more information contact:
Lanie Halligan on 082 492 0402 or lanie@design-shop.co.za www.wellnesswarehouse.com 2. Origin Barista Training School A barista is a skilled professional who understands the art and science of preparing fine coffee. It takes attitude, meticulous focus and passion. Because Origin team members measure themselves against a handful of the world’s best artisan roasters, they insist that all of their commercial clients receive intensive training directly from them. Their professional week-long training course takes place at their dedicated barista school and includes lectures on coffee theory, hands-on training, and supervised practice. A further three weeks of real-world experience is then required followed by an evaluation in order to reach Barista Level I – the Barista’s driver’s license. Origin believes having a barista of this standard, combined with their coffee, will result in more coffee sold and a far higher level of customer satisfaction. Origin’s baristas took 1st, 3rd and 4th place at the inaugural SA Barista Championships in May 2007. Opening Hours:
Monday-Friday 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM - 2:00PM
Sunday Closed  28 Hudson Street
De Waterkant
Cape Town
8001
Telephone: 021 421 1000
info@originroasting.co.za
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4. Go Green! Did you know that the people of South Africa produce 566 million tons of waste per year and more than 90 percent of all South Africa’s waste is disposed of in landfill sites? What a waste! Did you also know that 9 out of 10 people would recycle more if it were made easier? That’s where we come in. The CID is making every effort to pave the way for an energy saving programme that’ll help you conserve the environment. For starters, we’ll show you how waste can be minimized by reducing what we consume, reusing items several times, or recycling things that cannot be reused. And remember, the most important step is to reduce the amount of waste we produce in the first place. Making recycling easy: 1. Find out the nearest recycling centre in your area and the products accepted. The links below are a good start... http://www.capegateway.gov.za/eng/directories/facilities/131105 http://www.capetown.gov.za/enviro/erd/directory/recycle.html 2. Organise separate bins or bags for each type of product namely paper, glass, metal and plastic. 3. Rinse and dry each product before placing it in the bin or bag. 4. Each recycle centre has its own system of sorting. Some sort on your behalf while others have individual containers into which you deposit your separated waste. If you are unsure of your centre’s system, call ahead. Examples of products that can be recycled: Paper Products - White office paper
- Magazines and books – inserts included, but nothing laminated
- Newspaper
- Corrugated cardboard
Glass Products - Food jars
- Wine bottles
- Mirrors
- Lightbulbs
Metal Products - Aluminium cans
- Food tins (remember to rinse and remove the paper label)
- Lids of glass containers
- Aluminium foil
- Staples and paperclips
- Paint and aerosol cans; be sure to leave labels on the cans. The contents are viewed as hazardous and recyclers need to know what was in them so that they can be disposed of appropriately.
Plastic Products - Food and beverage containers
- Household cleaner containers
- Plastic bags (also wraps that previously surrounded magazines or juice containers)
Source: http://www.capegateway.gov.za For more information regarding recycling please go to: http://www.oasisrecycling.co.za/waste.htm back to top 5. A trip down memory lane… 
Panoramic view of Green Point showing the Industrial Breakwater Convict Station and Green Point Stadium. 
Laying of the tramline, Tamboerskloof, Cape Town.
back to top SECURITY UPDATE Safety awareness and self-defence programmes are often debated; should you teach your kids to just go along with a crime or teach them to fight back? Regardless of your stance, you have to provide them with all of the information they need to survive when they are out on their own. But it involves a lot more than just teaching your child "stranger danger". Children have to be taught how to be more alert and better aware of their surroundings. They have to be able to identify a dangerous situation and try to avoid it before they’re in trouble. Use the following refresher pointers to help you and your kids along: Self-defence tips to teach your children: 1. Should someone approach you for directions or to talk to you (even if you know them), keep a distance of two arm lengths at all times. 2. Never approach a car if it stops and a person asks for directions, just shake your head and walk on. 3. Girls should not follow fashion trends that entail wearing clothes that are too revealing. 4. Never leave with somebody who tells you that you are beautiful and that they want to take your photo for a magazine. 5. When you go out with your friends, always make sure that your parents know exactly where you are at all times. 6. Be alert when entering public (or even school) bathrooms on your own. 7. Never accept any drink or food from strangers or from people you don't trust. Note to parents: Remember that your children follow your example, so be sure to also adhere to these safety tips. Games to play with small children:
By simply being more alert you and your children are already decreasing your chances of being attacked. When you walk with your children, either in a shopping centre or on the street, ask them to observe everything about the people passing them – the type and colour of their clothes, their hair, scars, tattoos, "bling", etc. After about two minutes, ask them to describe the individuals who passed them without allowing them to look back. The same game can be played while driving with your children in the car. Ask them to describe the car (colour, size) and amount of people in the car(s) that pass you. Source: Louis Venter, self-defence instructor at the Kyokushin-Kan dojo, Welgemoed, 021 913 3084. | Dates to diarise
AUGUST Stellenbosch Wine Festival
Date: 2 - 5 August 2007
Venue: Stellenbosch
Tel: 021 886 4310 info@wineroute.co.za www.wineroute.co.za Darling Music Experience – Concerts in the Country
Date: 4 - 6 August 2007
Venue: Darling Presbyterian Church
Tel: 022 492 3062 info@darlingtourism.co.za Stars of Comedy & Magic
Date: 5 August 2007
Venue: Artscape Theatre, Cape Town
Tel: 021 683 5480 info@collegeofmagic.com www.collegeofmagic.com Cape Town Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2007/2008
Date: 8 -11 August 2007
Venue: Cape Town International Convention Centre
Tel: 021 422 0390 paul@leisureworx.com http://www.capetownfashionweek.com Public Holiday:
Women’s Day
Date: 9 August 2007 Totalsports Ladies Run/Walk
Date: 9 August 2007
Venue: Bellville, Cape Town
Tel: 021 511 7130 admin@topevents.co.za www.totalsports.co.za College of Magic Showcase
Date: 15 August 2007
Venue: Artscape Theatre, Cape Town
Tel: 021 683 0989 info@collegeofmagic.com www.collegeofmagic.com African Hip Hop Indaba
Date: 24 - 26 August 2007
Venue: The Good Hope Centre, Cape Town
Tel: 021 706 0481 emiley@mweb.co.za www.emileyx.co.za Country Tastes Food & Wine Festival
Date: 25 August 2007
Venue: NG Church Hall, McGregor
Tel: 023 625 1954 info@tourismmegregor.co.za www.tourismmcgregor.co.za Cape Homemakers Expo
Date: 30 August - 2 September 2007
Venue: Cape Town International Convention Centre
Tel: 021 465 2200 expo@homemakersfaircape.co.za www.homemakersfaircape.co.za Cape Town International Fair / Indian Shopping Festival
Date: 31 August 2007
Venue: Good Hope Centre, Cape Town
Tel: 021 510 8171 info@itf.co.za http://www.itf.co.za Darling Voorkamerfest
Date: 31 August - 2 September 2007
Venue: Darling
Tel: 022 492 3384 bookings@voorkamerfest-darling.co.za www.voorkamerfest-darling.co.za Our partners     
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