New York - A
who’s who list of public and cultural iconic figures joined the
chorus of well– wishers assembled at the downtown Brooklyn
City Hall to acknowledge, celebrate and remember the twenty–five
years of
accomplishments and
commitment to community service of Sesame Flyers International (SFI).
Sesame Flyers International is the parent organization of Sesame
Flyers Steel Orchestra, who were present to perform and open the event.
Sesame Flyers International is one of
those special organizations that speak through its success.
For the greater part of twenty–five years
SFl has played an increasingly vital role in the
development of the New York City youth through its educational, cultural and
community services and programs. In addition, Sesame Flyers has provided
critical services for the New York tri-state community through it’s adult workshops and
classes.
From what began as a means of
reclaiming and acclimatizing their children to their Caribbean
roots, traditions and values, Sesame Flyers has developed into a
treasured institution that has achieved prominence by
successfully “investing in Brooklyn's Youth while promoting
Caribbean culture.” The organization, through its 25–year
journey has garnered and earned the respect of esteemed members
of the political, cultural and educational circle. It is
in this respect the New York tri-state area has benefited
greatly from Sesame Flyers International.
In recognition of it’s silver anniversary
Sesame Flyers International held a “Grand Community &
Press Reception” at Brooklyn Borough Hall, the
headquarters of the Brooklyn borough president, Marty
Markowitz. The function marked the launching of the
organization’s 25th
anniversary celebration. Sesame Flyers intends to continue
the commemoration throughout the year with a packed calendar of
events which includes a calypso extravaganza, workshops and a
steelband concert. The year–long celebration will conclude
in December with a grand community awards and black tie banquet.
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Sesame Flyers, well–known for its steel
orchestra and award–winning (Band of the Year for nine
consecutive years)
masquerade presentations in the annual West Indian American
Labor Day Carnival parade, expressed extreme gratification at the
success of its social programs which encompass family support
and counseling, athletics, youth summer employment, computer
literacy and immigrations workshops just to name a few.
Among the many well wishers was the former
Deputy president and now assistant to the borough president who
commended Sesame Flyers International “for its extraordinary
work,” and who pledged continued support from the borough president,
before presenting SFI with a City Proclamation. On hand
was also the consul general of the twin islands of
Trinidad and Tobago who wished SFI another 125 years.
SFI Executive Director Curtis Nelson said in
his address to the audience that “...he looks forward to
another 25 years of doing great things for the community, young
people and the culture.” Indeed, we can expect SFI to
continue to deliver the goods and more for another 25 years.
For more
information:
Contact Sesame Flyers | 1-718-693-0500 |
www.sesameflyers.org |
