Following the form in which it has been offered each year since 1919 at King’s College Chapel, Cambridge, England, the Nine Lessons and Carols will again be presented at the Gualala Arts Center auditorium this Christmas Eve from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. Admission is free.

The audience joins in singing the nine carols: some old favorites, some new. Clergy and lay readers represent several of the coast faith communities: Mary, Star of the Sea and St. Aloysius Catholic Churches of Gualala and Point Arena; Light of the Coast – Science of Mind Center, Gualala; St. Paul’s Community United Methodist Church, Point Arena; Shepherd by the Sea Episcopal – Lutheran Mission, Gualala; Christian Science Community, Gualala and Sea Ranch; Starcross Community, Annapolis. In addition several of our coast community children and youth will contribute to this well-loved tradition and celebration, along with a special guest or two.

Seating at the Gualala Arts Center is limited and traditionally fills up. You are encouraged to plan ahead, arrive early and bring a flashlight for your safe walking to and from parking areas around the Arts Center.