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The Star follow us on facebook.com/riseupchristchurch Thursday August 11 2016 23 Light show thrills family IN SPITE of the prediction of sub-zero temperatures (and my huge aversion to the cold!) I knew that this was an event not to be missed. Last Sunday evening, I rugged up my two big girls and headed into Hagley Park to mingle with thousands of other Christchurch kids at the spectacular Botanic D’Lights show. As an intended surprise, I hurried my five and sixyear-old girls through dinner and then dressed them up as if they were heading to the snow – thermals, ski pants, gloves, balaclava, thick socks, winter jacket and a must-have torch. They were bewildered with what was going on, and wondered why they were set to leave the house looking like miniature Michelin men. But they didn’t fuss – they were more focused on the fact they were heading out into the dark rather than joining their little twin sisters for stories and bed (though the twins weren’t so happy about that). With the city council predicting up to 8000 visitors, I anticipated a slow trip and lots of time in traffic. I set an intention to get a rock star park as close as possible and so crossed all appendages, drove straight there, and found that the parking pixies were on my Melissa McDonnell side. We managed to find a spot just down from the entrance. Great start. The girls shrieked as they hopped out of the car to see lights flickering onto the museum buildings, lighting up the trees and shooting into the sky. My five-year-old was so excited I thought she might faint – after all, she’s only been out in the dark a handful of times, so this was off the charts. As we wound ourselves around the paths and through the throngs, we discovered a disco rink which got our wee party started. The girls set fire to the dance floor as the lights synced to the musical beats – they were in heaven. Further along we were treated to a genius lighting feat. A series of projections had been set atop a bridge which beamed beautiful lights into the sky while creating captivating reflections in the dark waters of the Avon River. This extremely clever creation combined technology with nature to invent a phantasmagoric experience which was nothing short of mesmerising. The magic continued as the path provided a beautiful fairy garden; an archway of lights; a giant screen nestled in a pond which projected evolving light creations; and clever interactive displays which invited the crowds to get amongst the fun. There were bubbles to be chased, cubes to be rolled and light canvases which came to life before our eyes. Pure brilliance. As we came to the end of the circuit, the girls were flying high. In spite of the freezing temperatures, their cheeks were flushed and they were oblivious to the cold. They wanted so stay longer, and managed to negotiate one last boogie at the disco before reluctantly heading to the car. Getting home after 8pm on a school night is pretty rare in our household, so it was straight to bed and lights out. I could hear them giggling and comparing their favourite displays, and proclamations of this being “the best night COLOUR: Bright lights entertain children in the Botanic Gardens. ever”. Yet there was silence within five minutes. Two tired and happy girls right there. So a big thanks to the city council for hosting such an amazing event. It’s awesome to be a part of a city that is rebuilding and reinventing itself with such a technologically innovative, family-friendly and altogether fun community experience. We can’t wait for next year! Designer Fashion 3000 items arriving daily! See Our HUGE Selection! • Designer Brands • Family Clothing • Menswear • Footwear • Bric-a-brac • Workman Outdoor Clothing • Household Goods • Books • See the Retro Section AND Formal Wear Open Daily 7 Days Sydenham: 39 Battersea St Papanui: 472 Cranford St Hornby: 94 Shands Rd New Brighton: 52 New Brighton Mall (Old Farmers Building) HOURS Mon–Sat 9am–5pm Sun/Public Holidays 10am–4pm New Zealand’s Largest Recycled Clothing Retailer THE HOME OF GOOD BAKING Purchase 2 x 2L Dairy Dale Milk to enter the draw to win $1,000 worth of travel vouchers for your family! 25 WINNERS - 1 PER STORE! Promotion valid 1st - 31st August 2016. Winners will be contacted Wednesday 7th September 2016. Terms & conditions apply. Full terms & conditions can be found at www.couplands.co.nz MILK Dairy Dale 2L varieties. $ 5 98 2 FOR or $3.19 each HAMBURGER BUNS 6pk $ 1 99 Promotional pricing available while stocks last from 08/08/16 to 14/08/16. Images are serving suggestions only. Open 7 days | 8 Convenient local locations Hornby • Barrington • Ferry Rd • Papanui • Riccarton • Upper Riccarton • New Brighton • Rangiora BAKERIES www.couplands.co.nz
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