Concert marks 97th birthday of Mangrove Mountain hall

A special concert at the historic Mangrove Mountain Public Hall on Saturday, April 27, will celebrate the 97th anniversary of its opening.

Blues on the Mountain will host the special event featuring the winner of the 2023 international Blues Challenge, Frank Sultana and his Blues Band.

Frank Sultana won the converted International Blues Challenge, held in Memphis Tennessee USA, in 2013 and will bring his all-star Blues Band to perform at Mangrove Mountain Hall for the very first time.

The hall opened its doors on April 27, 1927, with celebrations and music well into the night marking the grand occasion.

Almost a century later, the beautiful historic hall remains the heart of the Mountain community – a meeting place and community space for local events, functions, weddings and family gatherings.

The facility is owned and lovingly cared for and managed by the community for the community.

Officially opened by then Erina Shire President, Cr Taylor, the hall originally operated under gas light, with an electric spotlight for use as required.

The hall was packed to overflowing for its opening, with visitors coming from miles around.

Music was provided by Marsden’s Merrymakers Orchestra of six players.

Tickets for the April 27 show are selling fast, with food available for purchase and BYO welcome.

Doors will open at 6pm.

To book visit www.trybooking.com/CODOD