Philipsburg:---The Commander of the Voluntary Corps of Sint Maarten (VKS) wishes hereby to inform the general public and the parents and guardians in particular, that the VKS will be hosting again its annual Summer Camp from July 13th through July 19th 2009. Another exciting program has been put together.
Parents wishing to enroll their children in the VKS Summer Camp can pick up an application form at the VKS office in Madame Estate between 8.00 am and 12.00 pm, Monday through Friday, or call 542-9121 for more information.
12th Anniversary Celebration
In the meantime, the VKS has celebrated their 12th anniversary this past Sunday.
Members of the VKS, invited guests and a delegation from the Royal Anguilla Police Force, the celebration begun with a first attended mass in the Roman Catholic St. Martin of Tours Church in Front Street, Philipsburg. After this a parade through the streets of Philipsburg was held, which ended at the Sundial School. At the school a brief ceremony was held in which the Commander of the VKS, Major Jean Illidge, and the Lt. Governor of Sint Maarten, Mr. Franklyn Richards, addressed the gathering.
14 members received the Voluntary Medal Public Order & Safety for 10 years loyal service to the VKS. The medals are issued on behalf of Her Majesty the Queen by the Lt. Governor. The formal part was closed off by a reception for members and invited guests.
A selection of pictures can be found below. By clicking on the pictures the larger version can be downloaded.
