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Posted on Thursday 2nd of October, 2014,
Greater Shepparton City Council and the Shepparton Carols by Candlelight committee are seeking stories and images to share from past years to assist with the 40th anniversary event celebrations.
Greater Shepparton Mayor Jenny Houlihan said that the 40th Anniversary is an excellent opportunity to look back over many years of entertainment and community and family involvement.
“We encourage people to share their stories and special memories from the past 40 years.”
“Carols by Candlelight is a family tradition for so many people in our community and we are seeking memorabilia such as programs, photos and stories to share as we celebrate this significant milestone,” Cr Houlihan said.
“We would also like past performers to get in touch with us to share their experiences from past events.”
The Shepparton Carols by Candlelight Chair, Bruce Wilson said the event will include many highlights to celebrate the events 40 year milestone.
Take a trip down memory lane and email your Carols story or image to: sheppcarols40@shepparton.vic.gov.au by 31 October.
Shepparton’s Carols by Candlelight will be held on Sunday 21 December in the Queens Gardens.
For more information, contact Council’s Events Team on (03) 5832 9700.
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