August 26, 2005 heralded the first Islander wedding in 8 years at St. John’s Church. Pat and Herbert Simmons’ daughter Lourissa (Nish), and Constable Colville Garrick wed in an early morning ceremony.

The last wedding to take place in St. John’s of local children was Miss Netty’s daughter eight years previous.

It was a joyous event, followed by a feast at the Salt Shed.

Most everyone on the island and Grand Turk arrived in their finery. The hats were not to be outdone nor the hairstyles. It seems the long "curly" look is in on the ladies side.