In an eagerly anticipated comeback, Sunset Sessions are set to light up the Central Coast once again, bringing a blend of music, art, and community spirit to the line-up for Lakes Festival on Friday, November 10.
Organised by the passionate team of inspired locals from Ethereal Misfits, this event at Lions Park in Woy Woy promises to be a night of vibrant creativity and lots of engaging educational opportunities.
After a three-month hiatus, the Lakes Festival edition of Sunset Sessions is gearing up to be a spectacular experience, from the eclectic blend of alternative psych-rock, funk, jazz, surf, punk, and grunge music to interactive art spaces like The Crud Muffins art tent, circus skills, flow art spaces, and mesmerising performances by Roundabout Circus.
Co-founder of Ethereal Misfits Josh Coleman emphasises the importance of intergenerational learning in strengthening community ties.
“We’re dedicated to creating a space where everyone can come together to celebrate and create through music, dance, art, performance, and skill sharing,” he said.
“As parents ourselves, we recognised the need for a space where you can dance to great music while the kids play at the park, and everyone can enjoy interactive creative arts activities and the beauty of the waterfront.”
The Lakes Festival edition features a fantastic line-up with three talented local bands, Ruby and the Groovy Doobies, Shacked, and Turtle Custard.
Attendees can also look forward to a mesmerising outdoor water-themed aerial performance by Roundabout Circus, a collaborative water-themed colouring community art piece facilitated by The Crud Muffins, and educational stalls by Central Coast Council focusing on water conservation.
Dawa Smith, a member of the Ethereal Misfits team, highlights the broader mission of the event saying,
“Ethereal Misfits is all about creating opportunities for community connection – for young people, families, elders and everyone in between.
“A sense of connection and belonging is a major aid to the improvement of mental health and wellbeing, and that includes a connection with the environment.
“We learn a lot from our elders, from Australia and across the world, that we are an inseparable part of the land on which we walk.
“We’re honoured to be a part of the Lakes Festival and hosting opportunities for connection and education about the beautiful waters of our area and how we can better take care of the Central Coast, our home, together.”
The Sunset Sessions team encourages everyone to embrace the festive spirit by dressing-up in a water-themed attire, bringing a picnic, or enjoying local vendors’ treats at the park.
The magic happens between 4pm and 10pm on Friday, November 10, offering an evening of connection, creativity, and celebration for all ages at Lions Park, Brick Wharf Rd, Woy Woy.
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Lilly Grace Rose