WEEK 1

Christmas Lights across the Sunshine Coast
Check the Sunshine Coast Daily for details, addresses & streets where you can follow the Christmas Lights Trail

Thu 1 Dec 2011
Robert’s 8th Birthday at Australia Zoo
Australia Zoo, Steve Irwin Way, Beerwah
9am to 4.30pm
Crikey! Australia Zoo’s little Mini-Me & chip off the old block, Robert is turning eight mate & he wants you to help him celebrate this exciting day.
For more info visit www.australiazoo.com.au
or Ph: (07) 5436 2000

For the little boy (or big boy) who has everything! A Great birthday or Christmas gift…

Fri 2 & Sat 3 Dec
Dance Dynamics Presents:
A New York State of Mind
The Events Centre Caloundra

Tickets go on sale 1st of November
Ticket Prices: Adults: $30.00
Concession: $25.00
Students: $20.00
Bookings: Ph: 5491 4240 or visit:
www.theeventscentre.com.au

Sat 3 Dec
Carols at Cotton Tree
Cotton Tree Park
6.30pm
Celebrate the spirit of Christmas at council’s free family friendly Carols at Cotton Tree on Saturday 3 December.

The evening will feature children’s entertainment, carols performed by local talent, a feature artist and of course an appearance by our favourite man in red!

A fireworks extravaganza will finish the evening at approximately 8.30 pm.
Bring a picnic and blanket (no alcohol or glass) or grab a bite to eat from one of the food and drink stalls.

Car parking:
The car park adjacent to the jetty west of the Cotton Tree pool will be closed between 1 am and 10 pm on 3 December 2011. The first twenty car parks in the Cotton Tree swimming pool will be closed between 1 am and 10 pm on 3 December 2011.

Fireworks:
Carols at Cotton Tree will finish with a short fireworks display at approximately 8.30pm. Please be aware that fireworks have an unsettling effect on some pets. We ask that you ensure your pet is safe and secure for the duration of the event.
All enquiries to Sunshine Coast Council on 5475 7272

Sun 4 Dec
Kawana Carols Concert
Sunshine Coast Concert Band
2pm
Kawana Community Hall
Nanyima St, Buddina (behind the Library)
Celebrate the joy of Christmas with the Sunshine Coast Concert Band at their "Kawana Carols" Concert at 2pm on Sunday 4th December, at the Kawana Community Hall in Nanyima St., Buddina (behind the Library).

Traditional Carols and songs will be played by this acclaimed, local band - the Sunshine Coast Concert Band!

As usual, the Music Director, Ken Chadwick OAM, has organised a lively programme of singalong Carols, with some Christmas songs to be sung by Alan Winter, Bev Gourlay and Aart Schouten - songs such as "Christmas in Killarney", "Mistletoe and Wine" , "6 White Boomers" and many more.

The Compere will be the very entertaining Mr. Graham Pengelly.

People of all ages are asked to come and sing-a-long, or just listen to approximately 40 professional and amateur musicians playing our favourite, familiar Christmas carols in sheltered comfort - heedless of the wind and weather€�.

Cost: $12 - which includes afternoon tea. Pay at the door - plenty of seats available.
For SCCB information,
check out the website www.sccb.org.au

WEEK 2

Wed 7 Dec
Rocky Mountain Echoes
Sunshine Melodies
The Events Centre Caloundra
11am (morning tea from 10am)

Trevor Knight sings John Denver and his unique blend of romance, comedy, story telling and foot tapping fun has been wowing audiences all over the world. Trevor plays 6 and 12 string guitar and 5-string banjo.

The show features the music of John Denver with songs from Paul Simon, Cat Stevens, George Formby, the Kingston Trio and Smoky Dawson.
Join us for our last Sunshine Melodies of the year.
Tickets
Full: $14.00 | Members: $12.00
Groups 10+: $12.50
Lunch: 
Full: $15.00 | Members: $13.50
Groups 10+: $13.50
Bookings: Ph: 5491 4240 or visit:
www.theeventscentre.com.au

Mon 12 to Sat 24 Dec 2011
The Sunshine Coast Christmas Lights The Wonder of Christmas
Every Night - 6pm to 9.30pm
Free entry
Maroochydore Baptist Centre
Wises Rd North Buderim
The Christmas Spectacular will be staged from Mon 12 Dec until Christmas Eve, between 6pm & 9.30pm each night.
Look for the giant sign made up of thousands of lights that says ‘Welcome to Christmas’
The Sunshine Coast Christmas Lights Spectacular is back bigger & better than ever. Pastor Phil Greenbury expects more than 20,000 people to visit the centre over the next couple of weeks.
A musical production will be performed every night.
There will also be an animal farm for children and a replica of the town of Bethlehem, complete with actors.

Don’t miss this amazing Christmas production
– it really is spectacular!

Fri 9 & Sat 10 Dec
Jally Productions Inc. presents
Ladies Night
Comedy
The J, Noosa Drive, Noosa Heads
7.30pm
The story of five unemployed blokes, inspired by The Chippendales to form a
male dance review, in order to get some money fast! Directed by Alli Pope. 
Great Christmas party entertainment. Licensed bar. Air conditioned.
Tickets: Adults $32, Groups 8+ $28.
Bookings: 5455 4455 or online at www.thej.com.au

Sat 10 Dec
W-League Brisbane Roar v Adelaide United
Sunshine Coast Stadium
Stockland Park Kawana
Kick of at 2pm - Gates open at 1pm
Come down to Stockland Park for Round Eight of the 2011/12 Westfield W-League and support the Brisbane Roar as they take on Adelaide United.

Tickets are available for purchase at the Football Queensland office or at the gate on game day.

Sat 10 Dec
Arty Pants Kid’s Festival 2011
with Angelina Ballerina & Fireman Sam!
discover, play, create!
The Events Centre Caloundra
10am to 4pm

The Events Centre Caloundra is delighted to announce the inaugural Arty Pants Kid’s Festival scheduled for Saturday 10th December 2011. We are inviting all 4 to 10 year olds to bring their family to this one day festival event.

We are so please to announce that heading acts include Angelina Ballerina and Fireman Sam!

There will be a variety of interactive workshops, activities and performances for children and their parents to engage in. Here is an opportunity to learn about & celebrate the arts in its many forms.

The Arty Pants Art Competition will also be run in the lead up to this festival with entries displayed in the foyer and winners announced on the day. There are many ways to get involved.
Bookings: Ph: 5491 4240 or visit:
www.theeventscentre.com.au
For more information please visit
www.artypantsfestival.com.au

Sat 10 Dec 2011
Christmas Lights Boat Parade 2011
Mooloolaba Canal System, Mooloolaba
6.30pm to 8.30pm

What to Bring:
 Radio tuned to Hot 91.1 FM, Torches for mexican wave, glow sticks or anything that lights up and your family and friends

For those who don't know what's happened this year to the event and marina here's a brief overview...
Mooloolaba Marina handed the parade for future years over to Seafood Cruises as they felt it would be better run and wanted to keep the community Christmas spirit alive.

Bring on the biggest and best boat parade the coast has ever seen for 2011.

This years parade promises to be the best yet with HOT 91.1 our official Radio partner launching with their Live Broadcast from Seafood Cruises Mooloolaba vessel.
See you there! Bring the whole family!
More info:
http://www.seafoodcruise.com/boatparade.html

Sun 11 Dec
Just Tri It Triathlon Series
Lake Kawana, Sportsmans Parade

This series is for ALL EVENTS!
Come along and give it a Tri!

Entry includes Breakfast and random prize draws!
• 300m Swim
• 12km Cycle
• 3km Run
Enter online at www.getbiking.net

Sun 11 Dec
Carols by Candlelight in Buderim
presented by St Marks Anglican Church in association with the Buderim War Memorial Community Association
Buderim Mountain State School Oval
from 6pm
6.30pm to 8.30pm
Be entertained & sing along to all the well known carols at this wonderful community get together.
Entry by gold coin donation includes carols song sheet & evening’s program
Glow sticks & glow candles will be available to purchase at the event.

Tue 13 to Fri 16 Dec
The Rip Curl GromSearch
Various Beaches
The Rip Curl GromSearch is a worldwide series of events designed especially for grommets. From Australia to America it gives groms the centre stage to show everyone what they’ve got!
More info: Ph: 07) 3030 6388 or visit
http://www.surfingqueensland.com/

WEEK 3

Fri 16 Dec
Hipnotik Dance Studio presents
CarnEvil
2011 Dance Concert
- an original, urban dance production!
Nambour Civic Centre
7pm

This is the story of a haunted, sinister circus from the 1930s called CarnEvil. Although it has been closed for decades the eerie circus still travels around awaiting its next victim to be coerced into their world of immortality. Come take a ride on this rollercoaster as the eccentric ringmaster takes us on a journey through the human doll collection of the twisted, old Mary Shaw, and become terrified at CarnEvils freak show. Stop by on the once beautiful 1930’s burlesque performers who through years of mistreatment have turned into haggard, dim workers whose lives are dictated by their evil, manipulative leader the head mistress, and... Don’t forget the clowns! So come and join the fun... if you dare!?

Tickets: Adult $26.50 | Student $17.50 | Child $17.50
Bookings: Ph: 5475 7777
More info: www.nambourciviccentre.com.au

Fri 16 Dec from 4.30pm to 8.30pm
Nambour Carols
Nambour Baptist Church Field
Coes Creeks Rd, Nambour
FREE FAMILY EVENT
Free family carols event with fireworks, entertainment, market stalls, free rides & amusements for the kids plus a visit from Santa.
The Nambour Baptist Church, now joined by Nambour combined churches, realised it was time the area hosted its own carols night and took a leap of faith hiring a big stage, big band & great entertainers to give Nambour a free family night to remember.
The night kicks off at 5pm with free kids entertainment and a sausage sizzle.
The event has grown into a fun-filled family night not only because of the quality of performers but because the night brings a beautiful spirit that sometimes gets left behind with modern day carols.
Bring a rug or chair & get ready to have a great night out in Nambour!
Organiser Margy Manfield said the night wouldn’t be possible without the generous support of local sponsors: Sunshine Coast Regional Council, McDonalds Nambour, Gregson and Weight, Toyworld Nambour, Lanhams/Melco, Bank of Queensland Nambour, Hot/Zinc FM, Accura Group.
Margy also said the event’s major sponsor, Nambour RSL, would be generously providing an amazing fireworks display to close the event.
More info: 5478 8484

Fri 16 Dec (twilight market from 5pm)
& Sat 17 Dec (9am to 1pm)
Mamma’s Christmas Market
Buderim War Memorial Hall
Main St Buderim

Mamma's Market - Lovely Things for Home and Family is a high quality boutique style market with a focus on handmade, unique items & services catering to pregnancy, baby, children's & family needs, delightful decor items and a variety of gourmet foods. This will be more than just another market, it will be a fun experience for the whole family. There will be gourmet food to enjoy, activities for children & live entertainment which will complement the unique wares for sale - all contributing to a great atmosphere!

There is no better place to find unique Christmas gifts than Mamma's Market. Our twilight market will showcase a fantastic range of unique gifts perfect for the loved ones in your life.
Get your shopping list organised, grab a few girlfriends, leave the children at home in bed with Dad and come along and do some stress-free shopping and enjoy some delicious food.

We can't wait.....
MM x
PS. Don't forget to buy yourself a litte something for under the tree as well ;)
More info visit www.mammasmarket.com

Sunday 18 Dec from 5.30pm
(Event 6.30pm to 8.30pm)
Carols on Kings
with special guest
Wendy Matthews
Kings Beach Amphitheatre,
Kings Beach, Caloundra
FREE ENTRY 
Coast families are expected to turn out in force again this year for the free Carols by Candlelight event planned for Caloundra just before Christmas.
Celebrate the spirit of Christmas at council's free family-friendly Carols on Kings on Sunday 18 December 2011
The program for the evening will include local favourites the Golden Beach Dance School, Caloundra Chorale and Sunshine Coast Performing Arts Centre. Even Santa will be there to help you sing along to all your favourite carols!
A fireworks extravaganza will finish the evening at approximately 8.30pm.
In recent years, up to 10,000 people have attended the event - proving the popularity of celebrating Christmas on the Coast under the stars.
Commencing at 6.30pm, Carols is proudly presented by the Sunshine Coast Council's Events and Celebrations unit with a focus on fun and entertainment for all ages. Sunshine Coast Mayor Bob Abbot encourages residents to come along and join in the festivities.
Be sure to bring a blanket and your picnic basket because from 5.30pm children will be entertained by roving performers.

Food, drinks & glow products will be available from local community organisations. Carols is an alcohol and glass free event.
FREE PARKING has been organised at both the Transit Centre in Cooma Tce & in Queen St near the Caloundra State High School, so you can use the shuttle bus!
There is a free shuttle bus to Carols on Kings with services running continuously with stops at the Caloundra Transit Centre in Cooma Tce & also Queen St in front of the High School
This service will run from 3.30pm until 9.30pm
ROAD CLOSURES:
De Vene Ave (sth of roundabout) 1am to 1pm
Burgess St Car Park 1am to 1pm
Edmund St Carpark 1am to 1pm
Ormond Tce (for fireworks) 7am to 10pm
All enquiries to Customer Service Centre
Sunshine Coast Council on 5420 8200

Mon 19 to Sat 24 Dec
Christmas Shopping!!!
Shop in Caloundra for all your food, a wide choice of gifts, great value & friendly service...
Hit the local shops & grab all those last minute pressies & bargains - if you haven’t bought online now - it’s probably too late to guarantee delivery before Christmas!
Shop Local - it’s on your doorstep!

WEEK 4

Sat 24 Dec
Christmas Eve
If you haven’t started your Christmas shopping yet – you better get crackin’! But take it easy…

Don’t be a Christmas Turkey – Don’t drink & drive, leave plenty of time to do what you have to do.
Stay Calm, Drive Safely, Drive Slowly, Drive Courteously. Be a good ol’ Christmas Cracker—wave, smile & spread some Christmas cheer!
 

Sun 25 Dec
Christmas Day 2011
We wish you a Merry Christmas from all of us here at BuderimVillage.com.au

Wherever you are enjoy a relaxing time with your family & friends!

Mon 26 Dec
Boxing Day 2011
Hit the beaches on the Sunshine Coast & have some fun!
Relax. Chill out. The fuss is all over now for another year.
This is ‘Take it easy day’
Our advice:
Sun, sand, surf, swim, snags on the barbie & a snooze!!

Tue 27 Dec 2011 to Sun 1 Jan 2012
Woodford Folk Festival
Woodfordia
Woodrow Rd Woodford
We recommend that to fully appreciate & plan your festival you should purchase the full colour booklet: your Essential Guide to doing Woodford - which details the thousands of events, artists & presenters profiles, street maps plus full listings of public transport, festival food outlets & more.

Program Booklets are available for $10 at most Sunshine Coast newsagencies including Buderim & Sippy Downs. Well worth it so you can plan your Woodford experience, especially if you are going on a day pass.

Find out everything you need to know & book tickets online by visiting www.woodfordfolkfestival.com >>

It’s an awesome experience…just under 1hr’s drive from Buderim via Beerwah. If you are local or visiting the Coast & have never been to Woodford & always wondered what it was like – just GO – don’t miss it. Get a glimpse of utopia. If only the world was like Woodford every day…
Grab a program, book a ticket. See you there!

WEEK 5

Spend New Years Eve at Mooloolaba
with special guests The Whitlams
Sat 31 Dec
Mooloolaba New Years Eve
Welcome in 2012!
4pm to midnight

Mooloolaba New Years Eve (NYE), is a council event that attracts 40,000 local residents and visitors to welcome in the new year.

*************FREE EVENT**************

This free, family-friendly event is held on Saturday 31 December from 4pm to midnight and is packed full of live entertainment and fun activities including:

• live music on the main stage
• live music on the AMPED stage from local bands and artists
• carnival rides and amusements
• street performers, buskers and roving entertainers
• face painters and children's activities
• two spectacular fireworks displays - one at 8.30pm & one at midnight

Mooloolaba NYE is held in a fully fenced area that is alcohol and glass free and has security patrolling all night.

Please be aware there will be amplified music and fireworks between 5pm and midnight so ensure your pets are supervised.
This is an alcohol & glass-free event.

If you are interested in volunteering, busking or being a part of Mooloolaba NYE contact Council.
More info phone Sunshine Coast Regional Council on 5475 7272 or visit www.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

Spend New Years Eve at Kings Beach Caloundra
Sat 31 Dec from 5.30pm to 9pm
New Years Eve (early) Fireworks at Kings Beach
Lions Park, Kings Beach (near the water fountain)
Celebrate the New Year early with your family and friends at Kings Beach!

Please note there will not be fireworks at midnight.

In addition there will be roving artists, sideshow alley, games, jumping castle, food & drink stalls or dine in or BYO from cafes & restaurants in the area.
For more information please contact Rhonda from Creative Events Sunshine Coast on 0405 123 417

Sat 31 Dec
Caloundra RSL New Years Eve
Welcome in 2012 Polynesian Style!
Polynesian Night - Sunshine Coast Function Centre
from 5.30pm
Seated Show 18+
presale tickets $85 per head
Call now to book your tickets - 5438 5800
Be the first to book your New Years Eve celebration at the Sunshine Coast Function Centre, featuring Black Magic and the
Maori-Polynesian Culture Group.

The show features a Maori band supplying music for the night and a Cultural group
performance with Polynesian drums and 
traditional Polynesian dancing.
$85.00 per head (18 + event) includes floor show and  a fantastic Polynesian 
buffet featuring suckling pig and Hangi style roasted meats and vegetables, 
seafood, tropical fruits and desserts.

Why not utilise your Gems Rewards Meal points! Tickets on sale now at Reception.

Sat 31 Dec
New Year’s Eve
Goodbye 2011
Hello 2012!
Part-tay! Par-tay! Par-tay!