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Newsletter Issue #53
DECEMBER 2020

 
 
 

 


DAY OF GIVING
FOOD DISTRIBUTION AND TOY GIVEAWAY!

On Saturday December 12, 2020 Sesame Flyers created a special day of giving in honor of the Holiday Season. The day began with food distribution. We gave away 220 bundles of food to the community. After the morning portion of the day, we gave away over 100 toys for Christmas.
 

 
 


EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR'S MESSAGE

The holiday season is here and thus the end of an unforgettable year. We still do not know what the future holds, however, I know Sesame Flyers has become stronger and more resilient in the face of adversity and the unknown. I am amazed at what we have been able to accomplish this year with all of the challenges that were in front of us. I have to thank my dedicated board members, staff, volunteers, and donors who helped Sesame make it through 2020. We should all take a moment to acknowledge our collective perseverance in the face of those we have lost, a change in Presidency, civil and racial unrest, and extended distance and time away from family and loved ones.

We have pulled through, and are more resilient for it. We, the Sesame Family, are still here and bringing joy to the community by distributing food, highlighting our culture at the Macy’s Thanksgiving parade, giving toys to children in the community, and continuing to provide free online programming. We are blessed. Continue to stay strong and stay resilient.

“Resilience is very different than being numb. Resilience means you experience, you feel, you fail, you hurt. You fall. But, you keep going.” - Yasmin Mogahed
 


SESAME CARNIVAL MAKES HISTORY

Sesame Carnival joined the West Indian American Day Carnival Association at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. This is the first time since the inception of the parade, back in 1924, that West Indian culture has taken center stage as a feature highlight. It was an honor for us to have our Carnival Queen on display as well as fall friendly designs from our costume designer Tracey Clarke. We were proud to present our culture alongside dancers, moko jumbies, and a local steel pan band. If you missed the performance, you can catch it here - https://youtu.be/5hKat4umL90 (our segment begins at 1:08)
 


REMEMBERING DAVID DINKINS

The honorable late, great, and former Mayor, David N. Dinkins will be remembered for his reputation as being a racial reconciler and an inspiring role model for many. As the first and only black mayor in New York City, he broke through a barrier that most couldn’t at that time, to lead the nation’s most diverse city. As Mayor, David Dinkins is especially known for creating programs that helped the City’s poorest neighborhoods. During his administration he opened up dozens of Beacon community centers for kids, teens, and families and many are still around to this day. There are now 91 Beacon centers across the five boroughs. Even after his mayoral leadership, he continued his philanthropic duty and sat on the boards of several charitable organizations that focused on serving thousands of children. We will remember what he did for this City and continue to carry on his legacy of helping children.
 


TOY DRIVE

Neither rain, storm or Covid-19 could stop our annual children’s Christmas party. On Saturday, December 12th 2020, our party with a difference came to fruition at our Cultural Center on Church Avenue in Brooklyn N.Y. Spearheaded by Michelle Mathison our Development Director, in collaboration with the members of Ebonites Club, Sesame Flyers members and staff, this unusual party was well planned and well executed. The children were delighted to have a carefree day of fun and relaxation in lieu of everything that has affected their everyday normal life. This year instead of writing letters to Santa, they had to register on Eventbrite in order to get a gift. This was cleverly done as a way of tracking the number of kids, their ages and sex. Since the unwrapped gifts were being donated by supporters, members and staff, the registration was also used to make sure we had enough gifts for every child.

Everyone chipped in to wrap the gifts, decorate a live Christmas tree and prepare for the party. The wrapped gifts were placed on tables covered with red, silk tablecloths. A sign was placed above each table, identifying the ages and sex of the gifts on the table. This helped to direct each child to his/her gift table without having to search for it. The parents and children were also given specific time slots in which to collect their gifts. This was also done in an effort to control the number of people indoors at the same time, as per Covid-19 strict guidelines. Everyone’s temperature was taken as they entered the building and masks were worn by everyone at all times. Light refreshments were served including cupcake and chips.

The lights on our beautifully decorated Christmas tree added to the holiday season atmosphere. The seasonal music of parang and carols also helped to ease the stress of the ‘Covid-19 Pandemic” that we are currently experiencing and create a more festive atmosphere. It was a thrill to watch the kids face light up as they were greeted by Santa Claus (Curtis Nelson) and Mrs. Claus (Nyanibah Anokye) as they entered. In the midst of everything, we were truly grateful that Mr. and Mrs. Claus made it all the way from the North Pole to our home on Church Avenue to ensure our kids have a good holiday.

Kudos to all who helped to make this event a memorable one including Natasha “REDD” Marvell and her crew. It was an unusual but safe party, in a relaxed atmosphere. We wish everyone could have been there to experience it, but again, because of Covid-19 and capacity restrictions it could not happen. We are thankful, gratetful and humbled that we were able to bring smiles to our children’s faces especially during this time. We will always, always stay true to our organization’s motto, “Love A Kid Today and Everyday. May God continue to bless our organization. Happy holidays to all.
 


THANK YOU TO ALL OF OUR 2020 DONORS!

We would like to take this opportunity to thank and acknowledge each and every donor of 2020 for your support, time and dedication. We can’t do this work with out you. It is a joy and honor to partner with you on Loving a Kid Today and Everyday!

Sharon Adams
Gerard Alexander
Lishawn Alexander
Praewpan Ash
Carlene Baptiste
Donna Belgrave
Linda Berkman Turner
Elenora Bernard
Stuart Boucaud
Michael Burgher
Winston Bushell
Rwanda Campbell
Lucina Clarke
Andrea Clarke-Moore
Ellen Coaty
Anthony Cole
Shakim Coleman
Cory Constantine
Janet Cummings
Earlene (Whitney) David
Twisted Rootz
Cee Walker
Cheryleen Williams
Cindy Wilson
Cynette Wilson
Nicholas Yanello
Kelly Yannello
Pearl Elie
Angela Faison
Judith Faison
Donna Ferguson-Wright
Surenete Foster
Romeo Frank
Aiby Galindez
Joan Gilbert
Cecile Grant
Michael K Haynes
Mike Headly
Anthony Hilman
Roberto Hilman
Winthrop Holder
Antoinette Innocent
Stacy Jack
Byron Jackson
Kareem James
Lester Joseph
Avril Kennedy
Alia Lili
Raymond Luke
Carol Mathison
Charles Mathison
Charlston Mathison
Michelle M Mathison
Nicole Mathison
 
Corissa McEwen
Kevin McEwen
Michelle Nedd
Camille Nelson
Curtis Nelson
Donna Nelson
Richard A Newman
Akilah O'Conner
Gloria Owens
Curtis Peter
Nelcol Philip
Deborah Pointer
Darrell A Pope
Susan Rae-Reeve
Latisha Reid
Alisa Reynolds
Stacey Rose
Steve Andre Sallion
Sashay Shonte
Kesha Shortt
Nicole Skeete
Angela Spellman-Kavanagh
Caprica Stanley
David Stevenson
Keisha Sydney
Cheryl Ann Thomas
Gloria Thompson


THE KING OF BROOKLYN CARNIVAL

Need a bedtime story to read to the kids? Check out this virtual reading from author Yolanda Lezama-Clark of Jaidyn and the King of the Brooklyn Carnival. This book talks of a riveting young boy who is born and bred in Brooklyn and comes to embrace his culture by learning the history of the Labor Day Parade and Carlos Lezama, the King of Carnival. 

Click the link to read along with Yolanda -
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6vtStvUi2hMWHpBk_FiHt3xSDkvx6qy8

 


SESAME FLYERS INTERNATIONAL CALENDAR 2021

DECEMBER
2020
TOY DRIVE COLLECTIONS
Giving Tuesday - December 1
Toy Drive Giveaway - December 12
Food Drive - December 12
Winter Recess - SCHOOLS CLOSED - December 24 - 31
   
JANUARY
2021
TEEN TED TALK SERIES LAUNCH
CARIBBEAN HEALTH TALK SERIES
Last Day Of Winter Recess - SCHOOLs CLOSED - January 1
New Years Day - January 1
Martin Luther King Jr Day - SCHOOLS CLOSED - January 18
   
FEBRUARY
2021
BLACK HISTORY PROGRAM
CARIBBEAN HEALTH TALK SERIES
Lunar New Year - SCHOOLS CLOSED - February 12
Valentine's Day - February 14
Mid Winter Recess - SCHOOLS CLOSED - February 15 - 19
   
MARCH
2021
CARIBBEAN HEALTH TALK SERIES
Daylight Savings Begins - March 14
Online Auction - March 20
Spring Recess - SCHOOLS CLOSED - March 29 - 31
   
APRIL
2021
CARIBBEAN HEALTH TALK SERIES
Spring Recess - SCHOOLS CLOSED - April 1 - 2
Easter Sunday - April 4
Anniversary Service
Drive In The Movie Night
   
MAY
2021
CARIBBEAN HEALTH TALK SERIES
PARENT'S TALENT SHOW
Mother's Day - May 9
Eid Al Fitr - SCHOOLS CLOSED - May 13
Memorial Day - SCHOOLS CLOSED - May 31
   
JUNE
2021
CARIBBEAN HEALTH TALK SERIES
CARIBBEAN HERITAGE SCHOLARSHIP GALA
HEALTH WALK
Chancellor's Day - SCHOOLS CLOSED - June 3
Father's Day - June 20
Last Day Of School - June 25
   
JULY
2021
KIDS TALENT SHOW
Independence Day - July 4
   
AUGUST
2021
SFI Block Party
   
SEPTEMBER
2021
LAST LAP LIME
APPRECIATION PARTY
KIDDIES TALENT SHOW
SCHOOLS AND BEACON PROGRAMS REOPEN
Labor Day Carnival - September 6
   
OCTOBER
2021
BREAST CANCER WALK
Indigenous People's Day - SCHOOLS CLOSED - October 11
   
NOVEMBER
2021
TOY DRIVE COLLECTIONS
THANKSGIVING SERVICE
FOOD GIVEAWAY
Veterans Day - SCHOOLS CLOSED - November 11
Thanksgiving Recess - SCHOOLS CLOSED - November 26 - 27
   
DECEMBER
2021
HOLIDAY PARTY
TREE OF LOVE GIVEAWAY
CHILDRENS HOLIDAY PARTY
SFI PARANG
Giving Tuesdays - December 1
Winter Recess - SCHOOLS CLOSED - December 24 - 31
   

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