Immediate past president of the Kiwanis Club of New Kingston, Gerthlyn Reid-Holman (left) goes over a name card with new president Beverley Thompson. They were at the Kiwanis of New Kingston Installation Ceremony at the Hilton Kingston Hotel. - Michael Sloley A GRAND affair at the Hilton Kingston Hotel Ballroom marked the installation of the new administration of the Kiwanis Club of New Kingston.
The room was packed to capacity with elegant women and dapper men to support their friends, family members and partners.
After induction, the new president, Beverley Thompson, asked God for guidance to take up the challenge of the presidency and she promised to do her best.
In the meantime, immediate past president, Gerthlyn Reid-Holman, graciously accepted a host of gifts, a medal and a plaque while being lauded for her leadership over the past administration.
In reporting on her achievements, she said 28 new members joined the club and her administration gave birth to the Kiwanis Club of Constant Spring. Among the projects carried out during the last administration was the creation of a home for HIV/AIDS children, set up in conjunction with Mustard Seed Community.
Speaking at the function, the newly installed Kiwanis Lieutenant Governor, Worrick Bogle, said Jamaicans were suffering from a 'culture' which comprised beliefs and a value system which prevented Jamaicans from being team players.
And he scoffed at the new philosophy being adopted by the majority which supported "the winner takes all" thinking.
Among the awards handed out to club members was the 'Kiwanian Of The Year' plaque to Kay Anderson.
Amidst the strains of soulful music from Floyd Folkes and the talented DiMario McDowell, guests dined in style, from a menu of creme of pumpkin soup, stuffed chicken breast with callaloo and cheese, mountain vegetable medley and rum and raisin cheese cake. This was accompanied by fine wines and fruit juices.
