Santa’s on call for carols

THE annual Pakenham Carols by Candlelight returns on Saturday 13 December, at Toomuc Reserve.
Cardinia Shire mayor Leticia Wilmot encouraged residents to bring a rug, picnic and their family and friends to enjoy the free evening of entertainment from 7pm.
“Carols by Candlelight is a great chance for the community to get together and get into the Christmas spirit – and I have also been assured that Santa will be making a special visit from the North Pole,” she said.
“So please warm up your voice and sing along to the classic Christmas carols on the night. It will be a fantastic event and a great opportunity to celebrate Christmas with friends, family and neighbours.”
Other highlights of the carols event include the Cardinia Civic Concert Band playing classic and much-loved Christmas tunes, accompanied by a community choir, which will lead the crowd in the shire’s biggest sing-along. The night will end on a colourful note with an impressive fireworks display.
Food and drink will be available to purchase at the reserve with all proceeds going to local community organisations.
Gates open at 6.30pm. More information on 1300 787 624 or c.strengthening@cardinia.vic.gov.au or visit the Pakenham Carols by Candlelight webpage on the council’s website.