Empire Sports Club celebrated 20 years of hosting its annual Outing and Luncheon for senior citizens from the Hanley’s Road area in Gingerland, on Monday.

Twenty-one seniors were treated to an island tour, followed by a sumptuous luncheon at the scenic Golden Rock Plantation Inn.

Empire Sports Club President, Deputy Premier and Area Representative the Hon. Eric Evelyn was quoted as saying, “this initiative started in humble beginnings in 2004 because we wanted to give an early Christmas treat to the seniors of Hanley’s Road.”

In addition, it was designed to show appreciation to the elder members of the community for their contribution to the development of the area. The Hanley’s Road-based group is also celebrating its 45th anniversary in 2024.