Celebrate Christmas with your community
Published on 04 December 2023
Celebrate Christmas with the Mount Alexander Shire community by joining Christmas Lunch.
The annual lunch is hosted by Castlemaine Community House and is a free celebration open to all residents. It’s a great way to come together and connect with your community, and enjoy the season’s festivities in a friendly environment.
It’s particularly good if you don’t have plans for Christmas and want to spend the day in good company.
The day will include lunch and dessert, music, activities, presents, and a visit from Santa.
This year the party will be spilling out of the Castlemaine Town Hall and into Mechanics Lane to accommodate the growing numbers.
Mount Alexander Shire Council’s Deputy Mayor, Cr Rosie Annear, is a regular at Christmas Lunch.
“I love going to Christmas Lunch,” said Cr Annear.
“There’s a great energy on the day and everyone’s cheer really makes for a fun day.
“There are so many highlights – the food, the music, the good company!
“I encourage anyone in the community who needs some company on Christmas Day, or who just wants to be around their community, to come along for a beautiful day.
“If you can’t make it, there are lots of other ways to get involved. You can volunteer, or donate funds, produce or gifts.
“It’s a wonderful way to celebrate Christmas so get in involved in any way that you can.”
Christmas Lunch details
When: Monday 25 December, 12.30pm to 2.00pm
Where: Castlemaine Town Hall, 25 Lyttleton Street, Castlemaine (enter via Frederick Street)
Cost: Free
Bookings: Call 5472 4842 or register at www.socialplanet.com.au/activity/view?id=19225
Transport
Free transport to and from the event is available within the shire (wheelchair accessible).
Please book by Wednesday 20 December by calling 5472 4842.
Take away
Take away packs and gifts are available for those who can’t dine in.
Donate
Other ways to contribute on the day include donations:
- Small gifts (particularly for adults, as they make up the majority of attendees)
- Produce and food (e.g. garden surplus of fruit and vegetables, a bag of rice, a bottle of olive oil) to help add to meals
- Art and craft supplies such as textas, craft paper, etc.
- Cash donations to support the event
For more details on the Community Christmas Lunch, visit www.cch.org.au/community-christmas-lunch.
Castlemaine Christmas Community Lunch is proudly brought to you by Castlemaine Community House, Mount Alexander Shire Council, HALT (Hope Assist Local Tradies), The ELM Network, Dhelkaya Health, Mt Alexander Community Enterprise, Commonwealth Bank and Rotary Club of Castlemaine, and would not be possible without the generous donations of many local business and community individuals.