KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Walkerswood Community Centre in St Ann came alive with food, entertainment and community spirit recently, as the fourth annual Walkerswood Jerk Festival attracted approximately 3,500 patrons.

According to a release, CB Chicken supported the community-led festival, which featured 30 local vendors, including 12 jerk vendors and competitors, along with family-friendly attractions, live entertainment, games and the Strong Woman and Strong Man challenges.

The festival also raises funds for projects benefiting the Walkerswood Basic School, the community centre and post office, with this year’s staging carrying added significance as the community continued its recovery following Hurricane Melissa.