Christmas Season 2015 officially commences on Nevis

Patrons at the Department of Community Development’s first official Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at the Memorial Square in Charlestown on December 02, 2015
Patrons at the Department of Community Development’s first official Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at the Memorial Square in Charlestown on December 02, 2015

NIA CHARLESTOWN NEVIS (December 04, 2015) The Christmas tree Lighting Ceremony was held in Charlestown on December 02, 2015, under the patronage of Stephen Hanley. He turned on the switch to the Christmas tree at the Memorial Square, to herald in the start of the festive season on Nevis.

The event which is the largest of the 26 tree lighting ceremony to be held throughout the island this year, was organised by the Community Development Department in the Ministry of Social Development on Nevis.

According to the Department, Hanley was this year’s honouree based on his sterling contributions to the community, in particular his efforts through the Nevis Cadets Corps and a teacher.

Coordinator of the Youth Development Zahnella Claxton who presented his profile at the ceremony said Hanley continues to significantly impact the community on all levels.

Premier of Nevis Hon. Vance Amory presents Patron of the Charlestown Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony Steven Hanley with a gift basket, for his outstanding contribution to the communityShe noted that he initiated the Fayola D. Pemberton Memorial Award at the Gingerland Secondary School and many students have been motivated in the Physics examination over the last 10 years.

Claxton also added that his representation of Nevis at the Leeward Island Debating Competition and Mentorship Programme positively influenced many young people on the island of Nevis.

Regarding his religious involvement in the community, she said it not only influenced the moral development of others but also shaped his personal life.

She quoted Hanley as saying that his involvement in the church, debating, cadets, theatre company, modern language club, youth fellowship and many others provided positive shaping for his life.

In response, Hanley thanked the Nevis Island Administration and the Department for the honour. He said it was a humbling experience for him to be selected as patron for the Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony.

Minister of Social Development on Nevis Hon. Mark Brantley presents honouree Vernon Wilkinson of the St. Thomas Parish with a certificate of appreciation at the annual Charlestown Christmas Tree lighting Ceremony on December 02, 2015, for his outstanding contribution to the communityHe also advised the audience to be the best that they can be and used the opportunity to thank all those who prayed and gave their best wishes during his recent illness, which he described as a difficult time.

Meantime, in addition to Hanley, one person from each of the five parishes on Nevis were also honoured by the Department for their contributions to community development.

Vernon Wilkinson was honoured from the St. Thomas’ Parish, Gloria Esdaille from St. Paul’s Parish, Jacqueline Wallace from the St. John’s Parish, Marjorie Brandy from the St. George’s Parish and Frank Mills from St. James’ Parish.

 Minister of Social Development on Nevis Hon. Mark Brantley presents honouree Frank Mills of the St. James Parish with a certificate of appreciation, at the annual Charlestown Christmas Tree lighting Ceremony on December 02, 2015, for his outstanding contribution to the community

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Minister of Social Development on Nevis Hon. Mark Brantley presents honouree Jacqueline Wallace of the St. Johns Parish with a certificate of appreciation, at the annual Charlestown Christmas Tree lighting Ceremony on December 02, 2015, for his outstanding contribution to the community Marjorie Brandy of St. Georges Parish, honoured for outstanding contribution to community development

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Minister of Social Development on Nevis Hon. Mark Brantley presents honouree Gloria Esdaille of the St. Paul’s Parish with a certificate of appreciation at the annual Charlestown Christmas Tree lighting Ceremony on December 02, 2015, for his outstanding contribution to the community

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Minister of Social Development on Nevis Hon. Mark Brantley presents honouree Marjorie Brandy of the St. Georges Parish with a certificate of appreciation at the annual Charlestown Christmas Tree lighting Ceremony on December 02, 2015, for his outstanding contribution to the community

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