The community is invited to save the date for this year’s annual Christmas lights switch-on and book a lantern-making workshop for the parade ahead of the event on Friday 21st November.
The event will take place in the town centre and will be an evening of festivities led by the Mayor of Frome Anita Collier.
She said, “Frome’s light switch on is such a special night for our town, not just because it marks the start of the festive season but because it brings people together. Whether you’re walking in the lantern parade or just soaking up the atmosphere, there’s something for everyone. I can’t wait to see the town shining again this November.”
The popular lantern parade will once again light up the town, setting off from North Parade with a samba band as crowds line the route.
The evening starts at 6pm with the mayor’s arrival, followed by the lights switch-on at 6.45pm, festive stalls and a visit from Father Christmas. This year’s lantern theme is Peace.
Mel Day and Aliss Vaas day from Frome Lanterns said, “Whether you’ve made a lantern before or it’s your first time, there’ll be community workshops running in the lead-up to the big night, with lantern kits also available to take home and get crafting.
“We love the simple, powerful message a dove carries—peace—especially at Christmas time. We can already imagine how magical it will look with lots of dove and heart lanterns cascading down North Parade on the night! We’ve got family and community workshops planned as well as a specialist adult workshop for more confident crafters. There are also two middle school workshops which are always so joyful. All other Frome neighbourhood schools and classes can book materials and instructions through our website.”
Frome lantern making workshops
• Family lantern workshop (free with small charge for materials)
Saturday 1st November, from 9.30am to 11.45am, Frome Library
Organisers say, “Bring the whole family to create beautiful tall staffs decorated with hearts, doves, and leaves.”
• Community workshops (free with small charge for materials)
Saturday 8th and Sunday 9th November, Frome Town Hall.
Make your own dove, heart, or decorated staff lantern in a fun and friendly setting.
• Specialist adult workshop (£70)
Saturday 25th October from 10am to 3pm, location details on booking
A creative session for adults, focused on making medium-sized bird lanterns. Learn new techniques and enjoy a relaxed, inspiring atmosphere.
Please go to Frome Lanterns website for more details and for bookings via www.fromelanterns.co.uk
More details about the evening will be coming soon, so keep an eye on and Frome Town Council at www.frometowncouncil.gov.uk.
Organisers say, “For now, add the date in your diary and get ready make Frome shine together.”
