On March 4, 2007 the New York Yee Fong Toy Association Women’s League celebrated its first 3/8 Women’s Day.  To commemorate this event, Grand Elder Peter, Grand Advisor John B., Advisor Hem Fook, Advisor Andy, President Kenneth, Vice President Gong Sum, Building President Frank, as well as other staff members joined this gathering.  All women and members were invited to attend.  President Kenneth kicked off the event by welcoming all the guests.  Our Women’s League President Kennie then took over.  We began with a brief ancestor worship ceremony then followed by a questions and answers session and riddles for Chinese characters.  People who gave a correct answer got a small prize as an incentive.  We got overwhelming responses.  Some women even brought their toddler along.  All were excited to receive prizes.  Afterwards, we had a buffet luncheon for all attendees.  Kennie then introduced the Women’s League staff to everyone and thanked everyone for coming to show their support.  Kennie did a remarkable job.  I was really impressed with her performance.  During the riddles session, she had subtly announced that she would be a grandmother soon.  Congratulations, Kennie!  With you as a role model, it will be like another “star is born”.  

 

Elaine Yee