Seniors kick up dust at House of Culture
While much of Belize City languished in a post Valentine’s stupor, one corner of the old capital was kicking up some dust. Ann-Marie Williams reports.
Ann-Marie Williams, Reporting
This Valentines social for senior citizens may have been a day late, however, judging from the over fifty participants who dressed for the occasion, it was no less meaningful.
According to Veronica Gonzalez of the House of Culture, this is only one of the monthly social specials they sponsor.
Veronica Gonzalez, House of Culture
“Normally we have musical entertainment. In the past they’ve seen videos on different parts of the country. We also have the contest in dancing, talent or whatever they do and we give them a snack and drink. We normally give at least three prizes: one for the best dressed, one for talent and for dancing cause the usually have a great time dancing.”
Gloria McKoy had a great time dancing. She won the contest.
Ann-Marie Williams
“How do you feel, you won a prize?”
Gloria McKoy, Best Dancer
“Yes. I feel good.
Ann-Marie Williams
“Did you expect a prize?
Gloria McKoy
“No, I didn’t expect it. I like to dance.”
Ann-Marie Williams
“Do you like coming to an event like this? Why?
Gloria McKoy
“I come all the time, I like to dance.”
Angelita Staine won a price for best hair.
Angelita Staine, Best Hairstyle
“I was not thinking of getting any prize, but as it be, I rejoice and I was very happy.”
Ann-Marie Williams
“How long did it take to comb your hair today?”
Angelita Staine
“Not too long.”
Ann-Marie Williams
“It took a little time though, instead of just scraping it back?”
Angelita Staine
“Yes. I little time.”
Ann-Marie Williams
“Did you expect to win best hairstyle?”
Angelita Staine
“No I did not. It was a surprise to me.”
And she wasn’t alone. Wilola Davis was the best dressed.
Wilola Davis, Best Dressed
“A nice surprise for me. I just put it on because it’s the colour, but I didn’t expect to win a prize.”
And although they were not all able to take home a prize, each in their own way felt like they benefited from the gift of sharing.
Wilola Davis
“We the seniors get together and we enjoy ourselves in our own little way, with dancing and conversing with each other and making each other happy.”
Ann-Marie Williams
“Gives you a chance to see some people you haven’t seen for a long time?”
Wilola Davis
“Yes.”
Senior Citizen
“I come to enjoy myself once in a while to take off my mind off problems and everything. It’s good in that if anybody says “Come and dance,” I go and dance.”
Ann-Marie Williams for News 5.
The House of Culture will be undergoing major renovations in the near future.
