The sky threatened the worst as the day began but a little precipation didn't discourage Santa (aka Lawrie Mann). After all, where he comes from, precipitation is the norm. While Santa and his helper were busy ringing their bell and handing out sweets, patrons with an eagle eye spotted Santa's own present for Christmas, tucked away in his chariot and almost out of sight. No doubt about it, Santa's planning a very Merry Christmas this year, and why not!
Santa wasn't the only entertainment this market though. Felix and his musical helpers were in full throttle with a bevy of Chrismas carols to herald in the season, warbling away to an appreciative audience of shoppers and their families. Thelma was there with the second-hand bookstall - and there were some great books there too at very very reasonable prices. Past President Don Moore was spotted buying one of the books he'd donated, which only goes to prove that old habits die hard.
Joanne sold the last of the Rotary Christmas cakes and puddings within half an hour of opening the stall. Congratulations to Joanne for a very successful sell-through this year - Mark Ellis complained that he left it too late this year to buy the five cakes he buys every year as Christmas presents. Never mind. Monies raised go directly to The Rotary Foundation where they will be put to good use in the service of the community.
To add to all the joy, the rain held off too in the end. Which all combined to finish the year on a high note for the Boroondara Farmers Market.
The Market will be back in business on Saturday January 17th 2026.
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