The annual community carols event is returning to Healesville on Saturday 13 December.
It is organised by the Liberty Family Church with several sponsorships from local businesses.
Liberty Family Church community pastor Laura Hawting said she looked forward to the event which would bring the community together to celebrate Christmas.
“We’ve been putting it on for many years now. It’s always a wonderful event. We’re always completely in awe of how the community comes together with a sense of fun and vibrant spirit,” she said.
“The carols this year will be special because all the entertainment is put on by the local community. People are encouraged to enjoy local performances and support local schools, community groups and choirs.”
Performers, mostly locals, include Dr Peter Rogers, Lachlan Rogers, Ken Glenn, Soulsville – Friends and Family, Healesville High School Choir, Leila and Justin Hoogenraad, Jan Home and others. And of course, there will be heaps of Christmas carols for the crowd to sing along with.
The event will start at 6pm at the Queens Park with pre-show entertainment.
Santa and Mrs Claus will also visit, with a photo opportunity of course.
“The event itself is free. But, we’ll be selling all the usual Christmas paraphernalia, fairy floss, drinks and food,” Ms Hawting said.
“All these are to raise funds for the event running for future carols.”
There will be kids Christmas craft, temporary Christmas tattoos, glow sticks, fairy floss, food trucks, HICCI barbecue, and a collection for HICCI.
“It’s a great chance to see a real local flair. Community is coming together in support of the community and in celebration of the community.”
Confirmed sponsors include YV Financial Services and Liberty Family Church. Other sponsors will be announced as they are locked in. If any local businesses would like the opportunity to sponsor the Healesville Community Carols, they can contact carols@libertyfamilychurch.net.au
The team from Liberty Family Church are excited about the Carols. They hope to fill the park!
