The Rochester Jamaican Organization commemorated Jamaica’s 45^th year of independence with a Gale July 27, 2007. at the Clarion  Riverside Hotel, The theme of the Gala was “Our Legacy”. Speaker Dr. Basil K. Bryan, Jamaica's Consul General to New York, Entertainment by, A.J. Brown & Bonafide Band.  a movie was shown  highlighting the contributions of  Jamaicans here in the Greater Rochester community.

 

Buffet menu

 

Garden Salad with choice of dressing

Dinner Rolls with butter

Jerk Chicken – mild & hot sauce

Tilapia with mango salsa

Curried Goat

Pasta Marinara with vegetables

Rice & Peas

Fried Plantains

Chef’s choice of steamed vegetables

Assorted dessert bars

Coffee & Tea

“I commend the Rochester Jamaican Organization for your continued support for Jamaica and extend best wishes for a successful event.  May the ties that bind us together be further strengthened during this period of celebration, resulting in a new and dynamic partnership that will make life better for Jamaicans at home and abroad.”

 

Portia Simpson Miller

Prime Minister

 

June 29, 2007

 

“I applaud the efforts of the Rochester Jamaican Organization to provide educational opportunities to members of the Jamaican community, and a  forum to share  and celebrate each other’s rich heritage.  There is no question that you are having a positive impact and I’d like to commend

you for you tremendous dedication and service.”

 

Robert J. Duffy

Mayor

 

July 27, 2007

“I thank the Rochester Jamaican Organization

and its members for their ongoing  commitment and contributions to our community.”

 

Maggie Brooks

Monroe County Executive

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