A cocktail reception/website was launched in commemoration of the fifth anniversary of the St. Maarten Special Olympics Foundation on Friday, September 25th at 7:00pm- 9:00pm at the Lt. Governor’s mansion.
First Lady Mrs.Angela Richards is the President of the Special Olympics.
The website which was launched on that night for the Special Olympics of St.Maarten is http://www.so-stmaarten.org/
Sponsors and guests were treated to a special painting, which was done by one of the athletes by the name of Albert, who is pictured above.
Ms.Lisandra Havertong is the Vice President & Treasurer of the Special Olympics of St.Maarten
The Lt.Governor was also present to congratulate the athletes on their special occasion
Commissioner of Sports Mr.Frans Richardson also congratulated the athletes and is in support of their future endeavours.
A Special Olympics (SO) grand Sports Day was held on Saturday, September 26, at the Raoul Illidge Sports Complex from 9:00am – 2:00pm.
Sports Commissioner Frans Richardson opened the Sports Day, which included a jubilant parade, torch run, a dragon dance performance and SO sporting events.