Saturday 6th February: The Novotel London West Hammersmith International Centre came alive with the colours, parishes, towns and villages of Grenada, when close to five hundred nationals and friends gathered for a Grand Banquet and Dance to commemorate Grenada’s 36th Anniversary of Independence.
In his message, which was delivered by High Commissioner HE Ruth Elizabeth Rouse, the Prime Minister admonished Grenadians in the Diaspora to…”recommit themselves to building together, as one nation. This commitment, he said, must be anchored in a belief that we will achieve our dreams and aspirations as a people”.
The Event, which was hosted by five Grenadian Community Groups in the United Kingdom, honoured three Nonagenarians and Footballer Jason Roberts, MBE, who expressed his desire to continue mentoring the young people in Grenada through the Jason Roberts Foundation. Also in attendance was Grenadian-born member of the House of Lords, The Baroness Howells of St. Davids.
The High Commissioner took the opportunity to thank the groups and dedicated individuals who supported the event and those who contributed to raffle prizes, including the Grenada Board of Tourism UK, Golden Caribbean and Russ Fielden of True Blue Bay Resort who sponsored a trip for two to Grenada with 7 nights accommodation at the True Blue Bay Resort, respectively. Proceeds from the raffle will go towards a worthy cause in Grenada.
Groups hosting the event:
The St. Johns (Grenada) Educational Trust
The Grenada, Carrriacou & Petit Martinique Arts Promotion Trust
The Grenada Support Group
The Grenada Voluntary Hospital Committee
The Grenada Benevolent Society
Monday February 8th: The celebrations concluded with Evensong at Westminster Abbey in London, where Intercessory prayers were said for the health and prosperity of the Government and people of Grenada.
Dean of Westminster, The Very Reverend Dr John Hall, welcomed the High Commissioner and staff, along with Grenadian Nationals residing in the United Kingdom, to mark the celebration of 36 years as an Independent Nation.
The High Commissioner was invited to read the second lesson from the Gospel according to St. Luke, exhorting cleanliness and generosity.
“Celebrating our Nation’s Birth with Love and Togetherness”
High Commission for Grenada
London
