Christmas in the Park

Christmas in the Park celebrated the start of the festive season on Saturday 24 November with the following acts:

	Paulini Paulini was barely in her 20's as we watched her shine in the first series of Australian Idol. Making it through to the final four, she won the hearts of a nation with her angelic, five octave range, and engaging personality. Paulini is presently putting the final touches on her 3rd solo album release with her brand new single set for release this summer. She performed a mix of her own material and carols at Christmas in the Park.
	Labby Popular radio personality Jason “Labby” Hawkins hosted the concert and introduced your favourite performers
	The Lorax - Live Show: Speak for the Trees In this show the Lorax shares his message - Go Green! Through music and dance the Lorax will entertain and educate you how to be more friendly to the environment and help protect the world we live in.
	Santa Santa arrived at Christmas in the Park in style this year in a helicopter then was transported to the stage in a convertible Cadillac!
	Lauren Porter and Band - Say Do Now Say Do Now are a four-piece Brisbane band rocking a fun pop feel with a fiery rock kick to keep toes tapping. Lead singer Lauren Porter leads the band with vibrant vocals accompanied by the smooth synergy of keyboard, bass and drums. They put their own spin on much-loved Christmas carols. www.facebook.com/saydonow
	Seleen Mcalister As the winner of the 2011 Optus Gympie Music Muster's Talent Search, Seleen is using her crown to cement her place in the Australian country music industry. Seleen's decade of experience has brought her to the attention of legends within the industry and has shifted her to the next chapter in her career. She performed a mix of her own material and carols at Christmas in the Park.
	Farmer Rob Show
	Rob and Kelly Black
	PRIMA (Pine Rivers Musical Association)

Plus:

Holy Spirit Dance Team and the band Time Machine featured throughout the concert
Amusement rides
Food stalls and night markets
Free Christmas Craft Workshop
Free Little Green Thumbs Workshop - provided by Westfield Strathpine

Tinsel-A-Tree village

Local community groups, charities and business operating within the Moreton Bay region were invited to be involved in this years Christmas in the Park celebrations.

They particpated in a Christmas tree decorating competition called Tinsel-A-Tree. A prize was awarded to the best decorated tree, as voted by the public.

Gold coin donations were collected at the entrance to the Tinsel-A-Tree display with all proceeds going to the local community groups and charities.