La Cantina Community Letter of Support

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#1

I don't mind the music at all, it actually creates a good atmosphere in our small town. It is minimal and I reside in Du Toit Street.

Sheraan Shabodien (Stanford, 2025-01-21)

#10

I fully support live entertainment (music) at La Cantina on Sunday afternoons and admire their efforts to appease everybody whilst doing so

Mike Fitzroy (Stanford, 2025-01-21)

#11

I'm signing this because I believe what Cantina has done for Stanford is astonishing and has brought something new and exciting, for it to be revoked dye to noise, on the other hand the past 3 days(18 Jan/19 Jan/20 Jan) religious get- together has caused more noise than any Sunday session Cantina has ever made.

Leo Mckee (Stanford, 2025-01-21)

#12

Music contributes to the economy an d bring people together. La Cantina does just that

Muriel Hofer (Stanford, 2025-01-21)

#14

This venue offers an opportunity to performers. It helps them pursue their passion for music. There are many talented people out there and opportunities are limited, they should be encouraged not have it taken away? I have no doubt that the majority feel the same.

Anthony Krut (Stanford, 2025-01-21)

#17

The Sunday live music provides a unique and invaluable opportunity for our community to come together and it creates a space where neighbours can connect, relax and enjoy the incredible talent of our local artists. This tradition fosters a sense of unity and belonging, something that is increasingly rare and fast paces world, and something we value in Stanford where we are all about preserving our heritage, and I think what La Cantina has managed to do is create an important cultural experience open to everyone in Stanford.

Janine Bergh (Stanford, 2025-01-21)

#20

We love La Cantina! It’s our favourite local restaurant and we support their effort to bring people together.

Febe Marais (Stanford, 2025-01-21)

#21

Keep the good vibes alive, bringing the community together!

James Plumstead (Stanford, 2025-01-21)

#23

I would like La Cantina to continue to be able to play live music for Stanford residents - on a Sunday for 3 hours and support local music

Alison Thompson (Stanford, 2025-01-21)

#25

Have a house very close to Cantina and have no problem with their Sunday music or any other day for that matter.

Vernon Goss (Stanford, 2025-01-21)

#28

I am a frequent visitor and love the gees. Sunday music is not a valid excuse .. working class folks love the break, and old folks don't work so the argument would apply to any night.

Colin Botha (Stanford, 2025-01-21)

#31

I think it’s a brilliant initiative which brings our community together and keeps our small towns alive

Debbie Cheetham (Stanford, 2025-01-21)

#33

In support of La Cantina which the Village of Stanford love !

lanie van reenen (Stanford, 2025-01-21)

#35

Live music in a village is such a blessing!

Tracy Rudling (Stanford, 2025-01-21)

#36

I am signing because I think that La Cantina offers a valuable community service, and that the playing of live music until a reasonable hour on a Sunday, in a commercial area, does not constitute a nuisance.

Samantha Yeowart (Stanford, 2025-01-21)

#37

I'm signing because those Sunday music bring a nice Sunday vibe in Stanford

Ntando Johannes (Stanford, 2025-01-21)

#38

All the reasons already stated in the letter.

Tim Hague (Sanford, 2025-01-21)

#39

La Cantina is an asset to our village in every way. It supports local artists and attracts visitors especially on a Sunday when everywhere is closed.

LIZ MACMILLAN (STANFORD, 2025-01-21)

#43

We still want a lovely vibe in the village.

Brenda Outhet (Stanford, 2025-01-21)

#47

The entertainment that is presented at La Cantina brings countless people to Stanford and hundreds of thousands of rands every year. It is a place where friends get together for wholesome fun, every weekend. It's not only residents, but people from all over the country and many tourists from the rest of the world!

JO PRINSLOO (Stanford, 2025-01-21)

#48

These events bring in lots of visitors that is a a huge economic stimulus to the village, not only for La Cantina, but all other eateries down the street. It also creates a number of job opportunities while supporting local artists.
The sound parameters are well within by-laws too.

Jaco Prinsloo (Stanford, 2025-01-21)

#49

The entertainment that is presented at La Cantina brings countless people to Stanford and hundreds of thousands of rands every year. It is a place where friends get together for wholesome fun, every weekend. It's not only residents, but people from all over the country and many tourists from the rest of the world!

JO PRINSLOO (Stanford, 2025-01-21)

#52

I agree

Sara Masson (Stanford, 2025-01-21)

#56

Music gives lots of people pleasure and is good for tourism.

Dawn Munz (Cape Town, 2025-01-21)

#57

I often go to Stanford and visit La Cantina for there live music and fantastic vibe. Let them make people happy by entertaining us.

Elize Groenewald (Cape Town, 2025-01-21)

#58

I'm signing because a friend I trust, who works at Cantina, have asked on her Whats App status to sign the petition. If it is important for her that live music by local musicians must continue at Cantina, it is important to me.

Willem Conradie (Cape Town, 2025-01-21)

#59

This is the best place to be and the music is the best on a sunday just to relax and it's not even late at night

Karen Taljaard (Bredasdorp, 2025-01-21)

#63

I am tired of the Stanford mafia
calling the shots.
Always complaining about everything. Residents can't stand to see other people enjoying themselves. This is not a security village where you sign up to bide by the rules.

Jeanne Geldenhuys (Stanford, 2025-01-21)

#64

Their events are an asset to the community

Afsana Khan (Cape Town, 2025-01-21)

#65

I think Cantina restaurant adds a unique snd vibrant experience for visitors and residents of Stanford. I am glad their hard work has paid off and that they will continue yo entertain.

Barbara Halse (Stanford, 2025-01-21)

#69

They are bringing people of various backgrounds together to listen to and support local South African talent. The vibe is awesome and and to see people interacting and enjoying themselves

Mary Knight (Stanford, 2025-01-21)

#70

I would support live music at La Cantina on a Sunday afternoon

Tania Myburgh (Stanford, 2025-01-21)

#71

Stanford is well known for great music and superb restaurants - it’s part of the incredible vibe that makes Stanford great! We must encourage this type of initiative, not try to stop it!

Miles Cheetham (Stanford, 2025-01-21)

#72

I want music

Richard Masson (Stanford, 2025-01-21)

#75

The Sunday live music sessions have become an integral part of village life in Stanford. "ROCK ON CANTINA"

Andrew Johnston (Stanford, 2025-01-21)

#76

I believe La Cantina is good fornour village, , adding a lovwlyblaid back vibe to it..

Margie Mann (Stanford, 2025-01-21)

#78

La Cantina is a great place and brings great joy to the community.
Many people from all over go to La Cantina because of its fabulous vibe a talented musicians!

Vanessa Rossam (Stanford, 2025-01-21)

#79

I the undersigned resident of Stanford would like to add My support to Cantina and appeal to the authorities as a community to allow/ permit Cantina to continue with its live music sessions.

Paul Sanders (Stanford, 2025-01-21)

#80

La cantina is great and I love going there to watch the musicians. The vibe at La cantina is wonderful.

Lucinda Rossam (Stanford, 2025-01-21)

#83

Cantina brings joy to the community

Mandy Hamlett (Stanford, 2025-01-21)

#84

I am signing because the Cantina provides a valuable offering to the local community, creates a great atmosphere, community commeraderie and supports local talent. The music is not considered loud.

Eddie Noble (Stanford, 2025-01-21)

#86

Music brings family and people together.

Liezl Wiese Brooks (Durbanville, 2025-01-21)

#88

I cannot understand why music would not be allowed on a Sunday afternoon.

Carol Tsit (Stanford, 2025-01-21)

#95

I am a member of the community and this was the only thing to do in Stanford on a Sunday. We all loved having a relaxing Sunday live music venue. Everywhere in the world has one, why not us?

Robyn Walne (Stanford, 2025-01-21)

#98

Stanford is my home, I am 26 yesrs of age. And travel to Stanford frequently from working abroad. Stanford is a quiet village and need some fun and creative, artistic activities to persue as place of residence and enjoyment for not only young, but middle aged young souls. It is highly important that Stanford does not turn into a grave yard because residence want peace and quite, it is essential for any town or village to have a sense of entertainment for enjoyment. I am signing this petition because of all the benefits live music on Sundays would bring to Stanford and business.

Johan Greyling (Manama, 2025-01-21)

#99

In support of La Catina Restaurant in Stanford to be granted permission for music events at the venue. In support of the local artists and staff that earn a living there.

Siobhan Kilcoyne (Stanford, 2025-01-21)

#104

I believe La Cantina is a fantastic addition to what makes Stanford, well, Stanford! The Sunday music events have become an integral part in how we as a community come together and socialise. It would be a great shame to lose these events due to policies that don’t favour the community’s social unity.

Reuben Burls (Stanford, 2025-01-21)

#105

As a Stanford homeowner and community member La Cantina has provided a beautiful, creative space and much needed life to the area. I have seen only failures in the same space and La Cantina has created a vibey success of it - no mean feat. They have my full support and only the best wishes for their continued success.

Sarah Halse (Stanford, 2025-01-21)

#108

La Cantina is a huge asset to Stanford.

Kobus Le Roux (Stanford, 2025-01-21)

#110

i disagree with the complaint

Crispian Abbott (Stanford, 2025-01-21)

#117

I am in support of La Cantina and there Sunday afternoon live music

Billy Fernandes (Stanford, 2025-01-21)

#119

I live fairly close to La Cantina and although I can hear the music they still respect us by not letting this go until late and I agree that its become a great place on a Sunday afternoon for visitors and residents

Etienne Stroebel (Stanford, 2025-01-21)

#123

If these draconian "no music" laws or prohibition thereof are to stay, whoever applied it, will soon se that there is no music at the monthly sunset market or even in local churches. In a democracy, the majority votes need to be taken in consideration before a few gets there view.

Stiaan Pool (Stanford, 2025-01-21)

#125

I feel it's the right thing to do

Debbie Bury (Stanford, 2025-01-21)

#131

I agree that a little music on Sundays are imperative to the successful operation of this establishment. La Cantina is the only place in town where people can gather on Sundays for a bit of lively fun, many people drive out to Stanford from surrounding towns to visit.

Charon Landman (Stanford, 2025-01-22)

#133

It's our Sunday afternoon relax at the end of a long work week.

Janine Van der Nest (STANFORD, 2025-01-22)

#134

I feel Lynn and Mark should be supported as well as the artists, waitresses and kitchen staff, as locals, as well as visitors

are very grateful to have free entry to live music performances, enjoy good food, and share relaxing time with friends. I do understand late night loud music is disruptive for neighbours, but 3 hours on a Sunday afternoon should be acceptable. Thank you

Lin Morris (Stanford, 2025-01-22)

#137

I'm signing as I believe La Cantina should be allowed to have live music on their premises on Sunday afternoon

ED Clarke (Cape Town, 2025-01-22)

#138

I feel that La Cantina have added so much to Stanford and the main Street and the Sunday afternoon music events bring so many of the residents together.

Louise Smith (Stanford, 2025-01-22)

#139

The Sunday live music @ LaCatina became part of Stanford villag attracting visitors at the same time which has great economic spin offs too.
The owners of Cantina had the courage and the chutzpah to turn an empty desolate spot into a thriving and buzzing place, one that we are all proud of. In return for this gift of culture, music and community we support all their efforts to keep this Sunday tradition going.

Madaleine Pool (Stanford, 2025-01-22)

#140

I fully support as per the petition. La Cantina has added tremendous value and a sense of community to Stanford. The music is excellent and local and offer a excellent opportunity for artists to display their talent . It also support local economy.

Caretha Randall (Stanford, 2025-01-22)

#141

We go to listen to the live music almost every weekend. Great place to meet up with friends and have a social afternoon. The music does not go on until late, so I can't see why it should not be allowed. Musicians also need to make a living.

Jane Paterson (STANFORD, 2025-01-22)

#142

Music is an universal language that brings people together. It not only uplifts the community but it gives our artist a platform to show of their talent, it gives them a platform to show the world how beautiful diverse our culture is. People come from all over to visit Stanford for the beauty and the culture (Lacantina and Sunday sessions is one of them) it brings people together through everything they love. Stanford will not be the same without it.

Roelien Campher (Stanford, Cape Town, 2025-01-22)

#143

I support là cantina and all they have done for our community in Stanford.

Danna Crous (Stanford, 2025-01-22)

#144

I enjoy the getting together of villagers and the local artists..its made a huge difference to a previously dead corner of Stanford

ken smith (stanford, 2025-01-22)

#145

Because we need to support small business and the music played is not offensive!

Mich Lane Reading (Stanford, 2025-01-22)

#147

I am fedup of incommers complaining about everything in the village. We have done it like this for years and we like it just the way it is.

Daleen Van Rooyen (Stanford, 2025-01-22)

#149

This is not only a fabulous initiative but my livelihood also depends on this happening...🙏

Andi Joseph (Stanford, 2025-01-22)

#150

Provides
jobs/Economic development
Community bonding
Marketing of Stanford
Arts and Culture
Promotes visitors to Stanford

In a village where restaurants and businesses struggle, every support should be given! They have found a winning formula and deserve support from authorities for providing a draw card to the village through the provision of Arts and Culture.

Nadia Pheiffer (Onrus, 2025-01-22)

#152

We need to support local and live music most certainly attracts people and creates a fun and festive vibe

Linda-Lee Harris (HERMANUS, 2025-01-22)

#155

We recently visited Stanford for a week and this was one of our highlights. Such an amazing community feel where everyone comes together and meets one another. Even as visitors we met so many of the locals. We were staying in the Airbnb right next door and the music was hardly audible from our cottage. This is exactly what a small town like Stanford needs to build spirit and welcome visiting guests. There is nothing like a little music to bring people together.

Maryann Veitch (Cape Town, 2025-01-22)

#156

The music sessions are beneficial to so many people and it is really for a good cause

Ronel Barnard (Somerset West, 2025-01-22)

#157

I have enjoyed some very good music at La Cantina on Sunday late afternoons. It's always friendly and welcoming and has good food as well. A happy meeting place. Would be a real shame to stop the live music.

Charlotte Jefferay (Stanford, 2025-01-22)

#158

As a recent visitor to Stanford we thoroughly enjoyed the live music at La Cantina. It was well attended and everyone thoroughly enjoyed the three hours of live entertainment. It certainly was not rowdy, which I can vouch for as we were staying in a cottage right next to La Cantina.

Terry Veitch (Cape Town, 2025-01-22)

#159

The La Cantina Sunday live music sessions have become a particularly special and cheerful addition to the Stanford calendar for locals and visitors of all ages and backgrounds. The music is non-polarising and the lineup often features local talent. What a great way to see out the week. I struggle to see how anyone could take issue with such a wholesome, positive community oriented calendar event.

Alexis Beckett (Stanford, 2025-01-22)

#162

I do not want La Catina to stop playing music, its the only entainment for all age groups

Trudy Grobler (Cape town, 2025-01-22)

#163

I do not want LaCatina to stop playing live music I thoroughly enjoy it on Sundays

Deon Grobler (Cape town, 2025-01-22)

#164

To support local artists and entertainment for us locals.

Anneline Kilpatrick (Hermanus, 2025-01-22)

#165

We need exposure for local artists and entertainment for the public

Brett Kilpatrick (Hermanus, 2025-01-22)

#166

The Sunday music sessions is a great platform for musicians to showcase their talents and a wonderful sage space for the community to gather and enjoy live music

Julie Conde’ (De Kelders, 2025-01-22)

#167

I’m signing because I have a property in Stanford and really enjoy these sessions and the restaurant. It is a great place to visit and adds a fun atmosphere to Stanford

Janine Caradonna (Cape Town, 2025-01-22)

#168

I do not want la catina to stop playing live music on sundays

Louis Du Preez (Cape town, 2025-01-23)

#169

We love the live music on Sunday evening it’s an important tourist draw and provides a wonderful atmosphere for locals and visitors.

Jeanne Watson (Stanford, 2025-01-23)

#174

Please dont stop playing music at la catina on sundays

Laetitia Kruger (Cape town, 2025-01-23)

#175

I Love Cantina Live Music💓

Ruwyda Phillips (Stanford, 2025-01-23)

#176

I’m signing here because I am a musician as well as a lover of a warm vibe. To take music out of public space is like taking colour out of home decor - why would you want to rid your space of warmth??

Whoever has lodged a complaint has an ascetic nature - great for monasteries (even THEY have chanting) but not restaurants nor thriving communities - the whole reason the Stanford lights worked so well to draw visitors and pull the community together was their warmth, sparkle and heart string-pulling effect, exactly the same was what current research shows is the effect of music on our lives

It is no small wonder that music therapy (my university training in Canada) and health & neurological sciences have come together to explore one of the most natural and culturally accepted phenomena of healthy communities and positive aging

I hope one day to play at La Cantina with my singer songwriter acoustic guitar+ voice originals - how better to transform hurt and setbacks into beauty?

Dan Levin (Hermanus, 2025-01-23)

#183

I have been able to frequent la cantina on my own and felt such a sense of family and community.
The music is great, the vibe wonderful and the owners, mark and Lyn and the staff, make one feel at home.

Alison Martin (Stanford, 2025-01-25)

#184

We want live music on weekends

Elmarie Le Roux (Stanford, 2025-01-25)

#187

I am a former resident of Stanford and have being to the music event for the artist a few times and it was never to loud. And support them fully.

Izak Wasserfall (Rotorua, 2025-01-25)

#188

stopping the music is absolute red tape

apples appleton (hermanus, 2025-01-26)

#190

La Cantina has afforded my band a few nights over the last few years to perform while we have been on nationwide tours. Their venue offers a much-needed "fuel stop" on our route between Garden Route and Cape Town engagements. Without this opportunity to put some money towards our travels, our tours would run the risk of being uneconomical.
We (and the owners) have alwys been respectful of noise levels and operating hours. We all understand that in order to survive, each must honour the other. I look forward to amicable resolution.

Kerry Hiles (East london, 2025-01-26)

#192

I’m signing because I’m a musician and playing at LaCantina has been a way to create income. If there is not going to be live music, artist like me will hardly be able to pay our bills.

Divine Mahara (Genadendal, 2025-01-26)

#193

This is taking away musicians livelyhoods and killing the culture of creativity and culture within our society and stopping all inspiration for future generations.

Christien Conradie (Hermanus, 2025-01-27)

#196

I’m signing because it is not fair that the whole must suffer for one grumpy individual. The villages loves the music on Sundays and it brings in great tourism to the village. La Cantina is always respectful of noise levels

Delilah Yeowart (Stanford, 2025-01-27)