Jamaica’s 61st Independence Day Celebration Host by Queens Borough Hall

By Editor: C. Harrison | Thursday | September 20, 2023 | 7:41 PM

New York, NY…Jamaica’s Independence each year is celebrated globally by Jamaicans around the world, no matter where or how they are stationed in life. For Jamaicans, it’s an epic undertaking and Jamaicans dutifully celebrate their freedoms. So, it came as no surprise when the first black man elected has Borough President of Queens, a Jamaican born, op to host Jamaica’s 61st Independence Celebration at Borough Hall, in the Helen Marshall Cultural Center, at 120-55 Queens Blvd, Kew Gardens NY.

The event was administered by Deputy Borough President, Ebony Young…who did a fantastic job. The night began with the singing of both the Jamaican and American national hymen. Thereafter, comments were made by the host, Borough President Danovan Richards Jr., who welcomed all and made clear that Jamaica is a small Island, but its people are (Tallowah), meaning refine in almost everything. Official leaders who also voiced their comments were State senator Leroy Comrie, Senator James Sanders jr., Assembly Member Allda Hyndman, Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Deputy Consul General of Jamaica to NY, Vonroy Rochester, First Deputy Police Commissioner of NYC, Tania Kensella and Queens Borough President’s First Ladey, Tameeka Richards, was on hand…all products of Jamaica.

The well received celebration was furthermore uplifting and everyone came to participate in the sing-a-longs and dancing. The eventful night was capped off with Brata singing, a presentation, delicious authentic Jamaican cuisines and more dancing and of course networking, as Jamaicans always do at these events.

Cosponsors for the event included: State Senator Leroy Comrie, Assembly Member Allda Hyndman, and Counsil member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers.

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