Good morning, Baysiders!

Feeling the holiday spirit yet? 

We can practically smell the gingerbread and hear the sleigh bells.

To get you even more hyped for Christmas, we'll be sending you the Redlands QLD Christmas Light guide this Friday.

So get ready to map out your route for a dazzling display of festive cheer.

Have anything you want to see more of? Hit reply and let us know.  

In today’s Redlands Round Up:

• Be a Holiday Hero - Australian Red Cross Lifeblood

• Guess what's landing in Brisbane Next August?

• 80s Party Alert: 4 More Tables Land

• BlueCare's Christmas Expo Makes Waves for Seniors

• 2000s & 2010s Beach Blast

Let's get to it.

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Digest

Guess what's landing in Brisbane Next August?

Bluey's World!

BBC Studios and HVK Productions are creating an immersive playground, with a world-exclusive premiere - right here in Hamilton's Northshore Pavilion. And soon, we'll be able to step into life-size sets inspired by our favorite Bluey episodes, explore the iconic cul-de-sac, peek into Bluey & Bingo's playroom, and frolic under the poinciana tree.

Our government has been cheering for Bluey from the get-go, and we're barking proud of how this little Heeler family with Bluey's World has captured hearts around the globe.

So get ready to grab your mates, pack your sense of adventure, and enjoy a bonza Aussie adventure in August 2024.

A message from Baymaids

Book your cleaner in time for Christmas

Let BayMaids handle the cleaning while you kick back and enjoy your weekends.

BayMaids is a local 5 star rated domestic cleaning service, and they have just increased their available appointments!

Ready to make it happen? Simply fill out their booking Form or give them a ring at 07 3106 3225. Let's get your place looking fantastic!

What’s happening in the Redlands

Be a Holiday Hero - Australian Red Cross Lifeblood

The Australian Red Cross Lifeblood are bringing a different kind of holiday cheer to town – the gift of life! Every 18 seconds, someone in Oz needs a blood donation, and they're rolling into the Capalaba Park Shopping Centre this Saturday (Dec 16-22) to fuel that magic.

Skip the shopping queues and join the lifesaving squad! Book your spot here.

Let’s turn your December into something truly heroic.

A Free For-All of Festive Fun at Christmas by Starlight!

This Saturday, December 16th, Norm Price Park will transform into a wonderland of twinkling lights, shimmering laughter, and enough fun to fuel a thousand snowball fights!

Think live shows on stage, free creative & fun activities for kids, carols, food trucks, stalls, and Santa making a grand entrance, ready to melt hearts and grant wishes. So grab your glow sticks, your dancing shoes, and head to Norm Price Park – Redland Showgrounds at 3pm this Saturday (Dec 16) for a free festive fun.

What’s happening nearby

Mask-Making Magic at Victoria Point

Holidays are in full swing, and Victoria Point Library is throwing a mask-making workshop that's too good to miss.

So get your little Picassos and Monets to unleash their inner artist at the workshop at 10:30am today and create their own epic mask, whether it's a fierce T-Rex, a sparkling unicorn, or a mischievous monster (we won't judge!). Craft materials are available and it's all completely free. Book your spot here.

Light up your Christmas at Redlands Uniting Church!

Join RUC for a dazzling wonderland of lights, festive fun, & Bethlehem Way shopping where you might just stumble upon that perfect, unique Christmas gift! Your little ones will be chasing the playful lights, hunting for treasure, & y'all can grab a bite at the Cattle Trough.

So, grab your Santa hats, your twinkle in your eye, and head down to Redlands Uniting Church from 6:30 to 9:30 PM today (or on Friday). Let's celebrate the season together, reflect on the wonder of Christmas, and bask in the joy of Jesus' birth.

Ahoy, kiddos! 🏴‍☠️

Punch & Judy are back with tickle-inducing octopus, snappy croc & sausage mayhem!

Join Julia Baker's swashbuckling seaside show happening at Capalaba Library, 9:30am tomorrow, and enjoy a traditional show with a modern twist that'll have you laughing.

Free for all-ages fun - Book your spot.

Make Waves for Seniors

Get ready to sail the seas of festive fun at the BlueCare Seniors Island Christmas Expo!

Think brainy pirates in a trivia showdown, bingo blips like cannon fire, and carols sung with mermaid-worthy gusto! There'll be prizes aplenty, a free feast fit for all, and expert booths on all things aged care – your map to smooth sailing in your golden years!

So don your best festive gear, grab your adventurous spirit, and set sail for the Macleay Island Community Hall at 9:30am this Friday, Dec 15.

80s Party Alert: 4 More Tables Land

The Redlands Coast Distillery is busting out FOUR more tables for the "Back to 80s" bash this Saturday! That's 14 extra seats to shake your tail feathers and bust out your rad moves!

So, if you were waitlisted for an outside table and thought your dream of neon leg warmers and synth beats was slipping away, snag one of these new spots before they're gone.

Message Steve on 0438202574 for more info.

Calling all mini-adventurers and nature ninjas!

Get ready to unleash your inner elf at the Gumtreekids Christmas Nature Play and Craft, where you can frolick through lush IndigiScapes gardens, gather treasures from the earth, and transform them into magical Christmas decorations!

Think gingerbread houses made of twigs, reindeer adorned with pinecones, and snowmen built from leaves! Your imagination is the only limit! ⛄️

So grab your tiny explorers and head down to IndigiScapes on Monday, Dec 18th at 10:30 AM. We'll have enough nature magic to keep little hands busy and hearts happy all morning long.

Weekend Bites

Jingle bells & local delights

Brace yourselves for a whirlwind of holiday cheer at the Cleveland Christmas Market happening on Bloomfield street at 7am this Sunday (Dec 17).

With over 80 local stalls, it'll be bursting with handmade treasures, tasty treats, fresh finds & festive fun. So grab your reusable bags, your jingle bells, and your holiday cheer, because the market will be open every Sunday leading up to Christmas!

2000s Beach Blast

The ultimate 2000s and 2010s showdown is about to crash onto the shores of Cleveland Sands Hotel, and you're invited to the hottest beach party this side of the internet!

Get ready to Shake It Off like it's 2008 - from 8pm this Saturday (Dec 16) and enjoy a mind-blowing musical adventure through the golden age of pop!

So grab your glowsticks, dust off your skinny jeans, and snag your tickets before they disappear.

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