Min. Gaskin Ushers in Christmas Season

DPI, Guyana, Friday, November 30, 2018

Minister of Business, with responsibility for Tourism, Dominic Gaskin joined Guyanese in ushering in the Christmas season.

This evening, Minister Gaskin pulled the switch to light up the 64-foot Christmas tree at Rahaman’s Park, Houston, East Bank Demerara, much to the delight of scores of children and their parents. The Business Minister then extended greetings for a festive season to all Guyanese.

Minister of Business, with Responsibility for Tourism, Dominic Gaskin stops to take a photo with a child.

The lit Christmas tree at Rahaman’s Park Triangle.

Minister of Business, with Responsibility for Tourism, Dominic Gaskin as he addresses the crowd.

A little patron all set for the season’s festivities.

The students of Success Elementary School performing a medley of Christmas Carol.

A saxophonist serenading the audience.

The Children as they interact with Santa Claus.

This is the thirteen annual Christmas tree light-up and is facilitated by the management of Parc Rayne. Patrons were treated to musical renditions; dances and the children were given the opportunity to interact with Santa Claus.

The event was made possible by several organisations. Among these were ExxonMobil, Edward B. Beharry & Co., Caribbean International Distributors Incorporated and Food for the Poor.

Anara Khan.

Images: Jameel Mohamed.