Altona’s Louis Joel Arts and Community (LJAC) centre will mark two decades in existence with a celebration event on Thursday, August 28.
Held at LJAC on the old Altona Hospital site in Sargood Street, the event will feature local artists and creatives, the very thing the centre has become renowned for since it first opened its doors in 2005.
“We’re having performances from (youth theatre group) Dramaworks, a ukulele group is performing a song for LJAC, there will be poetry and a silent auction on some stunning artwork by local artists,” said centre manager Karen Ingram describing some of the performances that will take place on the night.
A short film looking back on the centre’s 20-year history and featuring members of the local community sharing what they love about LJAC and why it’s so important, will also be shown.
Ms Ingram said LJAC’s 20 year anniversary was more than just an ordinary birthday.
“The milestone is significant because there’s been a lot of challenges in the community sector,” she said.
“We punch above our wait and it’s not always easy, especially in the last couple of years.”
To ensure the centre lasts for another two decades, the celebration night will also act as a fundraising and promotional event.
“We need to remind the community what we do and bring people on board and to join us in what the next twenty years will be,” said Ms Ingram.
LJAC’s 20-year celebration is a ticketed event.
To book : https://shorturl.at/F8SCS
To donate to LJAC: https://www.givenow.com.au/organisation/public/6171
