By Darrel Wheeler, Contributing Writer
The Grandparents Connection(GPC) celebrated their 20th year of influential community service last Saturday at Chula Vista’s Bayside Park.
“We would like to thank our dedicated sponsors and volunteers. Without them, none of this would be possible,” Grandparents Connection Co-CEO, Shearl Lambert shared.
Speedy’s Printing (CV), San Diego Foundation, Omega Psi Phi, Community Center, Walmart stores, Mr. Ken & Debo, Marlborough, Michael Moon, San Diego Gospel Radio, Primerenegro, Glamour R Us, Nicanora Montenegro, Mr. Leonard Thompson, Billy & Alice Bowens all came out to celebrate and support Grandparents Connection and their 20 years of service.
“We would also like to thank Senior Pastor Tommy Miller and Chaplin Pastor Patty B Allen. And a special thanks to Stallita for putting all of our performers together,” Lambert added.
This year the GPC and friends did their first Cancer walk as they will now be working with the Cancer Association. They also made a special banner for the community to sign for their loved ones who are battling cancer. The Grandparents Connection are planning to go national and spread their brand of love and support.
Leadership awards were handed out to some well-deserving participants for their hard work and community support.
The entertainment stage was busy with live performers; The Junkyard Group, Greg Lester aka (James Brown), Santino Sgambelluri & Tiffy Jane, S. Porter & J. Harris (Ladies of Soul), and more.
A free BBQ feast featuring Big Cliff’s tender baby-back ribs was provided for all of the attendees at the 20th Anniversary of Grandparents Connection picnic celebration.
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