Sunshine and Tunes as Park Jam returns to Moreton Bay this spring

Music lovers of all ages will be able to throw out the picnic rug and enjoy some great tunes with Council’s Park Jam events returning this spring.

The line up includes a number of artists from across South East Queensland, including some familiar Moreton Bay voices.

Park Jam will run from September 4 to October 9, with events to be held in Beachmere, Albany Creek, Bongaree, Burpengary, North Lakes and Caboolture.

One of the acts taking to the stage will be the Caboolture Community Choir, who will be performing on Sunday, October 9.

Treasurer June Willoughby says the choir is excited to share their voices and songs with the community.

“This is the first time we have performed at Park Jam,” June says.

“We have performed at various other events such as MBRIT events, Christmas Carols, other Council events, and performed at nursing homes and even weddings.

“We do a vast array of genres and at Park Jam we will be singing lots of feel-good music and songs from musical theatre shows.

“There is something in music that touches every soul, so we would love to see lots of people come down for the event.”

The Cabooolture Community Choir has been running since 1995 and is a SATB choir (Soprano, Alto, Tenor and Bass).

June says they would like to see some new faces come and join them sing.

“We always welcome new faces and those who have a passion for singing,” she says.

The choir practices every Wednesday from 6.45-9pm at the Grant Road Sports and Community Centre.

For more information about joining the choir, visit their website or email [email protected]

Above: The Caboolture Community Choir will be appearing at Park Jam in October. 

Find an event near you

Park Jam will be held in the following locations:

Park Jam: Beachmere

When: Sunday, September 4

Time: 2-5pm

Where: Clayton Park, 10-26 Biggs Ave, Beachmere

Activities:

• 2-4pm - Hands-on art - ‘What’s on Your Mind’ with BLUSS

Live music:

• 2.15pm - Ftfoi (solo folk-pop singer/songwriter)
• 3.30pm - A Taste of Tarantino (classics from the movies, country/soul/funk/rock)

Park Jam: Albany Creek

When: Sunday, September 11

Time: 2-5pm

Where: Jacaranda Park, 158 Old Northern Road, Albany Creek

Activities:

• 2-4pm - Hands-on art - ‘What’s on Your Mind’ with BLUSS
• 2-2.30; 2.30-3pm; 3.30-4pm - SeamTogether with The Seamstresses

Limited spots available: Arrive early for chalkboard bookings - first come, first served.

Live music:

• 2.30pm - Semeil (solo folk singer/songwriter)
• 3.45pm - Kel and the Beatstealers (jazz/soul/groove)

Park Jam: Bongaree

When: Sunday, September 18

Time: 2-5pm

Where: Brennan Park, Bongaree

Activities:

• 2-4pm – Hands-on art - ‘What’s on Your Mind’ with BLUSS

Live music:

• 2.15pm - Aaron Shanahan and friends (new local talent)
• 3.30pm - KiddnKelly Gang (folkabilly originals &and covers) plus highlights from the Bribie Jammin Festival.

Park Jam: Burpengary

When: Saturday, September 24

Time: 2-5pm

Where: CREEC Environmental Centre, 150-196 Rowley Rd, Burpengary

Activities:

• 2-4pm – Hands-on art - ‘What’s on Your Mind’ with BLUSS
• 2-2.30; 2.30-3pm; 3.30-4pm - SeamTogether with The Seamstresses

Limited spots available: Arrive early for chalkboard bookings - first come, first served.

Live music:

• 2.30pm – Ander Harlem (RnB originals and covers)
• 3.45pm - Rebecca Wright &and Donald McKay (traditional Scottish and contemporary folk)

Park Jam: North Lakes

When: Sunday, October 2

Time: 2-5pm

Where: North Lakes Town Park (Lake Eden) Lakefield Drive, North Lakes

Activities:

• 2-4pm – Hands-on art - ‘What’s on Your Mind’ with BLUSS

Live music:

• · 2pm – Andy Peacock (solo rock/pop/folk)
• · 3pm - Taneisha Swanson Trio (pop/rock originals and covers)
• · 3.45pm - Leena Salim and band (jazz/pop/groove)

Park Jam: Caboolture

When: Sunday, October 9

Time: 2-5pm

Where: Centenary Lakes Park, 16 Stringfellow Rd, Caboolture

Activities:

• 2-4pm – Hands-on art - ‘What’s on Your Mind’ with BLUSS
• 2-2.30; 2.30-3pm; 3.30-4pm - SeamTogether with The Seamstresses

Limited spots available: Arrive early for chalkboard bookings - first come, first served.

Live music:

• 2.30pm – Caboolture Community Choir (musicals/vocal group)
• 3.45pm – Smashing Bumpkins (country/pub rock covers bushband)