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Swedish Christmas and St Lucia Festival
Children's Choir celebrates 20 years of Christmas, Swedish style
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SWEDISH CHRISTMAS & ST. LUCIA FESTIVAL
The Swedish American Children's Choir presents the 20th annual Swedish Christmas and St. Lucia Festival on Saturday, Dec. 8, 2018 at 3 p.m. The festival will take place at Bethany Lutheran Church, 8 S. Lincoln St. in Batavia and feature music by the choir directed by Marguerite Karl with special musical guests . Also featured are
Margaret Lekander, Violinist, Julia Lekander -Flute, Jason Lekander, Guitar and
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Shirley Fox, piano soloist. Choir Accompanist is Emma Foelske. This year's St. Lucia,
Queen of Light, is Michelle Shrout of Geneva.
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Following the concert, a Swedish Christmas Sweet Table will be served and Jul Tomte-Swedish Santa will visit with the children. Also available for purchase will be baked goods.
The Swedish American Children's Choir is the largest choir of its kind in the Midwest. In their 19th year, they have performed at numerous venues in the tri state area. Proceeds from the concert will benefit the choir tour fund.
Tickets are by reservation only and $15 for adults and $8 for children 6-12 years old. Reservations can be made by calling the choir office at 630-414-9700.