Westville’s beloved nativity scene returns
To celebrate the festive season, the Rotary Club of Westville has set up the popular nativity scene outside the Westville Civic Centre.
THE much-loved Westville Nativity Scene was set up at the intersection of St James Road and Kings Road on Saturday, December 4.
A few residents joined the Rotary Club of Westville for its unveiling and sang carols.
The Westville Nativity Scene was launched in 2005 by local resident, Helen Cannon. Over the years it has become a beloved tradition, with many residents visiting the site with their children, snapping pics and commenting on social media about it.
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It has also endured much vandalism over the years and was once burnt to the ground, creating a need for an on-site security guard. This role has been filled by the team at Jag Security.
The scene was taken over by The Rotary Club of Westville in 2018 as a service to the community. The club’s president, Sue Kilkie said it truly is a community project with many involved who ensure it comes together each year.
“GR Cabins donated the shelter a few years ago, and send their team every year to erect it and take it down. Westville Bowling Club have always allowed the use of their electricity and JD Electrical assist with the wiring. Helen Cannon of Cannon Cool provided new outfits for the mannequins this year. Despite handing the logistics over to Rotary, she and her team are still very much involved,” she said.
Other sponsors and supporters include Assagay Feeds, which donated the hay bales. Keep Westville Beautiful got involved this year and a team of volunteers were on site on Saturday morning to clear the area, weed the paving and ensure that the surroundings looked great.
The Westville Bowling Club also donates storage space for when the scene is dismantled.
“As a very tumultuous year draws to a close, The Rotary Club of Westville hopes that this display will be a reminder of the celebration of new life, hope and renewal and convey a message of the dignity of all human beings, no matter how rich or poor, humble or high stationed,” said Kilkie.
She appealed to the public to keep the scene safe and untouched for all to enjoy.
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