On song: Katie Straud from Moama sings one of the classics Santa Clause is coming to town.
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About 650 people attended the annual Carols by Candlelight event at Moama Recreation Reserve on Sunday.
Great fun: Back: Cohen Berwick, William Warren and Maddison Luckman. Front: Cameron Berwick, Laurelin Berwick and Adam Luckman enjoy the Carols by Candlelight concert in Moama.
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Katie Stroud, a performer with four decades of experience and an 18-year resident of Moama, has become a highlight of the annual Carols By Candlelight event.
“It’s a lovely way to end the year and get together, especially for the community,” Ms Stroud said.
Lively: Ben Brown, Cameron Collins, Jo Collins and Shari Cochrane enjoy the live music at the Carols by Candlelight in Moama on Sunday, December 10.
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“I love seeing the happy families who enjoy the spirit of Christmas.”
Ms Stroud loves entertaining the children and singing classic Christmas tunes.
“I look forward to participating in next year’s event; I feel privileged being able to participate in it,” she said.
Incredible: Elise Drake sings the classic If these boots were made for walking at the Carols by Candlelight at Perricoota Oval in Moama.
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Moama Lions Club president Colin Hosking was happy with the turnout and the crowd that filled the main oval.
A pleasant evening and cool breeze ensured everyone was comfortable among friends and family as they sat in chairs or lounged on picnic rugs spread across the grass.
“It’s the 31st year that Moama has been having the Christmas Carols by Candlelight and the second year hosted on the main oval in Moama,” Mr Hosking said.
“I think this is the biggest crowd we have had in many years, with just over 500 people here tonight. People are still walking into the grounds.”
Cracker: Jefferson Smith belts out one of many Christmas tunes, Jingle Bells.
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The evening also included giveaways, including Christmas hampers donated by the Moama Lions, a Sophie Hosking photography package, door prizes and other prizes donated by Echuca Moama businesses for the lucky winners.
“We have many sponsors, including the Murray River Council, Epicentre Church in Echuca, Rich River Golf Club, the RSL, and of course the Moama Lions,” Mr Hosking said.
“The event also has a few food vans, so anyone who is hungry will have a full stomach and be entertained with the music.
Enjoying: The gathering at the Carols by Candlelight.
The Moama Lions were also serving hot chips with long lines of people eager to enjoy the chips while also supporting the not-for-profit organisation.
“Last year was a cracker of a night, and I’m sure this night will be just as good,” Mr Hosking said.
Harmonious: Moama Anglican Grammar students sing at the Carols by Candlelight. Back row: Isabella Louttit, Evie Townrow, Lily Wildes, Keisha Hall, Hannah McCleary, Ivy Cladingboel. Middle row: Libby Hawkins, Georgia Laurie, Darcy Knowles-Mulholland, Cabe Ludlow. Front row: Violet Lew, Imogen Smith, William Eacott, Rosie Grant, Quenelda Knowles-Mulholland, Isa Kenley, Aria McKenzie.
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The event wrapped up with the raffle being drawn as the crowd slowly departed the ground, making their way home.
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