’Tis the season for celebrant folly
It’s not really Christmas until you’ve sent-off the busy year with some of your best work colleagues. With that in mind, NSW Local Leader Alison Pickel (with some help from party planner extraordinaire Stephen Tasselli – thanks Stephen!) organised her first official Celebrant Society event since taking over the role in October.
With a swipe of lippy to match her red Santa hat, Alison set off on a balmy December evening to rendezvous with some TCS crew at The Winery in Surry Hills.
![Wedding Celebrant Alison Pickel ready for Christmas party NSW Local Leader Alison Pickel: Party Mode Initiated!](http://theweddingsociety.co/wp-content/uploads/elementor/thumbs/Wedding-Celebrant-Alison-Pickel-ready-for-Christmas-party-qkcu8pl0av0htw0bttbtl1rr7bpm29iv2ayi1a2s5e.jpg)
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As we munched on salt-and-pepper squid, gourmet sausage rolls and truffled fries, it was time to vote for ‘best dressed’.
Competition was fierce, with everyone clad in their favourite Christmas kitsch. Eventually, Bev Carstairs emerged victorious in the ‘nicest outfit’ category, shimmering in her angel-inspired sparkly gold ensemble. Meanwhile, Mary Vevers claimed the title of ‘naughtiest outfit’ thanks to a seductive LBD paired with a mischievous Santa hat.
![Celebrant Bev In her sparkly gold ensemble, Beverley Carstairs was giving Christmas angel, which won her 'nicest outfit' of the night – naturally](http://theweddingsociety.co/wp-content/uploads/elementor/thumbs/Celebrant-Bev-qkcu8pl0av0htw0bttbtl1rr7bpm29iv2ayi1a2s5e.jpg)
![Mary Vevers Sydney Celebrant In a saucy sequinned little black dress and Santa hat (not pictured), Mary Vevers fought off some tough competition to win 'naughtiest outfit' of the party.](http://theweddingsociety.co/wp-content/uploads/elementor/thumbs/Mary-Vevers-Sydney-Celebrant-qkcu8pl0av0htw0bttbtl1rr7bpm29iv2ayi1a2s5e.jpg)
![Sydney Celebrant Ben Ager Uber celebrant Ben Ager scored the gift that every celebrant never knew they needed: a battery organiser](http://theweddingsociety.co/wp-content/uploads/elementor/thumbs/Sydney-Celebrant-Ben-Ager-qkcu8pl0av0htw0bttbtl1rr7bpm29iv2ayi1a2s5e.jpg)
![NSW celebrants Bec Jackson and Lou Killick Louise Killick was thrilled with her stainless steel water bottle designed by an Aboriginal business. Meanwhile, Bec Jackson will be indulging in something a little stronger than water after her next wedding thanks to her BWS gift voucher](http://theweddingsociety.co/wp-content/uploads/elementor/thumbs/NSW-celebrants-Bec-Jackson-and-Lou-Killick-qkcu8pl0av0htw0bttbtl1rr7bpm29iv2ayi1a2s5e.jpg)
![Sydney Celebrant Jo Booth at Christmas Party Jo Booth wasted no time donning her gay apparel – a Christmas-themed apron accompanied by equally festive ice tray and stubby cooler](http://theweddingsociety.co/wp-content/uploads/elementor/thumbs/Sydney-Celebrant-Jo-Booth-at-Christmas-Party-qkcu8pl0av0htw0bttbtl1rr7bpm29iv2ayi1a2s5e.jpg)
![Sydney Marriage Celebrant Alison Pickel Alison was just happy to pick up a new coffee travel mug. But when she opened it up to find a Wish gift card inside, she thought all her Christmases had come at once!](http://theweddingsociety.co/wp-content/uploads/elementor/thumbs/Sydney-Marriage-Celebrant-Alison-Pickel-qkcu8pl0av0htw0bttbtl1rr7bpm29iv2ayi1a2s5e.jpg)
![Festive celebrant Lillian Lyon What's better than Lillian Lyon wearing red glitter reindeer glasses? The look on Lillian's face in those same glasses while unwrapping a calendar filled with cute puppies!](http://theweddingsociety.co/wp-content/uploads/elementor/thumbs/Festive-celebrant-Lillian-Lyon-qkcu8pl0av0htw0bttbtl1rr7bpm29iv2ayi1a2s5e.jpg)
![Marriage Celebrant Stephen Tasselli Sure, puppies are cute, but have you heard of firemen holding puppies? Stephen Tasselli reckoned he got the best present of the night… but only because the gift supports a good cause, of course…](http://theweddingsociety.co/wp-content/uploads/elementor/thumbs/Marriage-Celebrant-Stephen-Tasselli-qkcu8pl0av0htw0bttbtl1rr7bpm29iv2ayi1a2s5e.jpg)
As the drinks flowed and the laughter continued late into the night, promises were made to reconvene for another memorable gathering soon. The camaraderie and joy that filled the air left everyone eagerly anticipating the next meet-up.
Now, the question arises: Where should the next TCS NSW adventure take place? Send your suggestions to [email protected] and let the planning begin for the next unforgettable celebration.
Until then, as the year draws to a close, may this festive season bring you happiness. Here’s to a wonderful and safe holiday season for all! Cheers to the memories made and the ones yet to come.
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Sydney celebrants featured
Stephen Tasselli
Jo Booth
Lillian Lyon
Beverley Carstairs
Mary Vevers
Ben Ager
Lou Killick
Bec Jackson