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Jul 06, 2008 - 06:49 AM

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Tollcross Christmas Lights Festival 2007

James Gillespies Pipe Band warming up

Pipers gathering the crowds

Pipers in full swing

Sarah Boyack welcoming the children and parents

Tollcross Primary School Choir preparing to sing

Tollcross Primary School Choir words and music at the ready

Oops! Tree lights failed to shine first time

Oops! Disappointed kids as Tree lights failed to shine first time

Big Hooray as Tree lights start to sparkle brightly at second attempt

Choir takes a deep breathe

And the singing starts with some beautiful Gaelic songs

Holding the mikes up so that we can hear the songs

Choir gives us a Gaelic version of Jingle Bells

Children preparing to collect their goodie bags and a BIG Thank You

Sarah Boyack MSP and Councillor Alison Johnstone

Christmas Belles Sarah Boyack & Alison Johnstone winding up
and thanking everyone who made the Switch-on possible

Finally the James Gillespies Brass Quartet play for the caroloke

More seasonal tunes with Jingle Bells to finish off before treats

The celebrations finished with Mulled wine, soft drinks, shortcake & mince pies.
With thanks to all concerned. Tollcross CC, Tollcross Traders and many others including
James Gillespies School Pipers and Brass Quartet
and especially the Stars Tollcross Primary School Childrens Choir

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