William Henry :
The Jamaica Bangladesh Friends Society (JBFS) hosted its much-anticipated Family Get-Together and Community Appreciation Night at the Agra Palace Party Hall, located at 116-33 Queens Blvd, Forest Hills, New York, on Saturday, December 6, 2025. The event, which began at 5:00 p.m. and continued until midnight, drew a large number of Bangladeshi-American families, community leaders, and special guests for an evening of celebration, reflection, and unity.
The grand event was organized under the leadership of Fakrul Islam Delwar, Founder and President of JBFS, and Anayet Monsi, General Secretary, with the coordination of a dedicated organizing team including Nowshad Haider (Convener), Saidul Islam Riadh (Member Secretary), J. Molla Saani (Chief Coordinator), and A.B.M. Osman Ghani (Chief Advisor). Their efforts helped ensure a warm and well-structured program that reflected JBFS’s continued commitment to serving and uplifting the Bangladeshi community in Queens.
The evening’s program featured a colorful lineup of cultural performances, musical entertainment, and engaging activities for children and families. From lively songs to moving performances, the night offered something for everyone — symbolizing the vibrancy and togetherness that define the Bangladeshi diaspora. The venue buzzed with laughter, conversation, and camaraderie as old friends reunited and new bonds were formed.
During the event, President Fakrul Islam Delwar expressed his appreciation to guests, volunteers, and supporters for their continued contributions to the organization’s mission. He emphasized JBFS’s focus on strengthening community harmony and cultural pride among Bangladeshi-Americans. The leadership collectively highlighted that gatherings like this one serve as reminders of the community’s shared strength, unity, and commitment to progress.
The Community Appreciation Night also highlighted the contributions of members who have gone above and beyond in supporting the organization’s social, cultural, and educational initiatives. Certificates and words of recognition were shared to honor their service. The spirit of gratitude and mutual respect ran through every aspect of the evening.
Guests praised the JBFS leadership for their tireless work in organizing such meaningful community events. One attendee remarked that the night felt “like a big family reunion,” reflecting the close-knit relationships among Bangladeshi residents in the area.
Beyond the entertainment, the event carried a deeper message — one of cultural preservation, intergenerational connection, and community empowerment. By bringing families together in a space of celebration and appreciation, JBFS continues to strengthen the social fabric that binds the Bangladeshi-American community.
As the night came to a close with music, laughter, and shared meals, attendees left with a renewed sense of pride and belonging. The JBFS Family Get-Together and Community Appreciation Night not only celebrated friendship and heritage but also reinforced a shared commitment to collective progress and unity within New York’s growing Bangladeshi diaspora.
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