Joy to the world

Traditional carols, modern Christmas songs, guest musical acts and an uplifting Christmas message will all be part of this weekend’s Blue Lake Carols at Mount Gambier’s Rail Lands.

The main event with be kicking off at 7.30pm, as well as being live streamed, with a jam packed program catering for all ages and tastes.

There will be a special performance for the kids, with Santa’s elves taking part, as well as a message from one of the district’s ministers to shine a light on the true reason for Christmas.

Experienced musical director Trish Bruggemann is taking the baton for her third Blue Lake Carols, with the Limestone Coast Symphony Orchestras string ensemble one of the many special musical acts set to take the stage.

There will be plenty of action at the Rail Lands prior to the start of the carols, which have been running since 1947.

The event was in doubt a couple of months ago due to a lack of financial support but the community has rallied with some strong business community and individual support and the volunteer-run event always appreciates extra funds for the coffers so if you can donate head to https://www.gofundme.com/…/blue-lake-carols-2023