Come one, come all to LamDel Residents Association\u2019s (RA) Christmas under the Stars.<\/p>\n
This fun-filled family-friendly event will be held at Laerskool Delville, located in Third Avenue, Lambton, on December 7.<\/p>
The festivities will kick off at 3pm and run into the night, ending at about 9pm.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe are very excited about this event,\u201d said Lornette Joseph, LamDel RA chairperson.<\/p>
\u201cWe think it\u2019s the first event of its kind in our suburb, and what better time of the year than Christmas, and what better way to end off a difficult year for so many than with some family fun?\u201d<\/p>\n
The event will have a host of activities to enjoy, from a variety of stalls, for some last-minute Christmas shopping or some delicious food, to live entertainment from a host of local singers.<\/p>\n
Even Santa will be making a special stop at the event between 4pm and 5.30pm to listen to what the attending children would like for Christmas.<\/p>\n
\u201cSanta is even bringing along his special postbox, so that children can put their letters to Santa in the postbox, saving mom and dad on postage.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe event will end in style with a Christmas-themed movie under the stars – power and weather permitting,\u201d said Lornette.<\/p>\n
Jakkie Janse van Vuuren, head of communications and vice-chairperson for LamDel RA shared some more of the event\u2019s details.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe wanted the community to have somewhere local that they could come together and celebrate Christmas in a fun, safe way,\u201d said Jakkie.<\/p>\n
\u201cWith this in mind, we have decided we will not be charging an entrance fee into the event or to watch the movie.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe event is also not limited to LamDel RA members but to everyone from our area and our neighbouring areas.\u201d<\/p>\n
During the event, LamDel RA will be hosting several raffles and encourages attendees to get their tickets, as there are some exciting prizes up for grabs.<\/p>\n
\u201cUnfortunately, putting on an event like this does cost money and we are actively looking for sponsorship for the event,\u201d said Lornette.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe are extremely proud to be teaming up with Sean Bakos and his team, from Just Go With It (Pty) Ltd, who will be sponsoring the sound, stage, movie screen and projector equipment for us.<\/p>\n
\u201cSean and his company are always very willing to assist us and jump on board in giving back to the community.<\/p>\n
\u201cBut even with the huge donation of equipment to use on the night, there are still other costs involved, such as staff to run the equipment, hiring of additional lighting, electricians and incidentals, such as cleaning products.\u201d<\/p>\n
So while the event is completely free, LamDel RA will have a donation box available should anyone wish to donate on the evening.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt\u2019s not about raising huge funds, it\u2019s about being able to hopefully break even, and bring the community together,\u201d said Jakkie.<\/p>\n
So bring along your blankets and pillows and the entire family and support this fun local event.<\/p>\n
\u201cPlease note that no alcohol or glass will be allowed at the venue,\u201d said Lornette.<\/p>\n
If you are a vendor and would like a stall at the event, contact LamDel RA by calling 071 230 8029 or email info@lamdel.org.za.<\/p>\n
If you are a company or individual and would like to sponsor the event, contact Lornette directly on 083 847 4510.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe really want to make this an annual event, one that all the residents and neighbours will come to love, enjoy and look forward to each year,\u201d said Lornette.<\/p>\n
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