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Berbice’ first Christmas village to be reality
RHTY&SC cricket teams and Ministry of Tourism, collaborate
The Ancient County of Berbice is set to host its first Christmas Village
Secretary/CEO Hilbert Foster receives the cheque from Ms Catherine Martin of the Ministry of Tourism.
during the upcoming festive season. The club’s eight cricket teams and the Ministry of Tourism have come together to host this historic event as part of an effort to spread the meaning of Christmas, to promote social cohesion among residents and to provide clean entertainment for families.
The teams would also use the opportunity to promote their “say YES to Sports and Education” message at this inaugural activity which would be hosted in the compound of the Rose Hall Town Primary School, from December 20 – 24.
The club has established a working committee headed by Secretary/CEO Hilbert Foster to plan for the event. Other members include Ravin Kissoonlall, Keith Hicks, Elizabeth Brusch, Gregory Butcher, Neville Beaton, Mark Papannah and two members of each of its cricket teams.
The Ministry of Tourism on Friday last committed to co-sponsoring the event and handed over a cheque for an undisclosed amount. The Ministry would also assist the club with technical assistance to ensure that the project is a success.
The Village would consist of a large depiction of the Nativity Scene, while the entire compound would be transformed into a festive atmosphere with fairy lights, Christmas characters and decorations.
Guysuco Training Centre would be assisting with the construction of a 20 (twenty) feet Christmas tree, with other attractions including games for children, a photo studio while booths will have a variety of items on sale in keeping with the season.
Players will use the occasion to promote the importance of youth involvement in sports and staying in school to complete their educational career. Twelve lucky children would win toys for the holidays on a nightly basis while three families would receive a holiday food hamper compliments of the Rose Hall Town Gizmos and Gadgets First Division team.
Foster expressed confidence that the event would be successful and while they are targeting locals, tourists and returning Guyanese are also on the radar to visit the village as they seek to more importantly, promote social cohesion among residents and Guyanese.
Gratitude was extended to the Ministry of Tourism for their cooperation, Foster made special mention of Minister Catherine Hughes and Tourism Liaison and Planning Officer Ms Catherine Martin.
The RHTYSC, he stated would pull on all its organising experience to make the event a success and has extended an invitation to corporate Guyana to get on board. Interested persons can contact the RHTY&SC Secretariat on telephone number 337 4562 or email [email protected].
Ministry of Tourism Liaison and Logistics Planner Catherine Martin expressed the Ministry’s delight at working with an outstanding organisation whose track record speaks for its self. Ms Martin expressed confidence that the event’s objectives would be fulfilled and complimented the teams and the Management of the club for their visionary proposal to the Ministry.
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