State Senator Ann Duplessis and the District 2 Community Enhancement Corporation will host two events Saturday, April 19, 2008. The first event will be an open house of the newly renovated, fully furnished concession area at Goretti Playground, 7760 Benson Street beginning at 10a.m. The second will be the ribbon cutting ceremony and grand opening of the concession area at the Kenilworth Playground at 6800 Curran Road beginning at 11:30 a.m.

  Senator Duplessis and The District 2 Community Enhancement Corporation have donated over $50,000 in equipment, uniforms and renovations to the Goretti and Kenilworth Booster Clubs to expedite the recovery of the devastated community cornerstones in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina.

  "With less than one month before the end of the 2007/2008 school year, it is vital that out recreational facilities and after-school programs be fully prepared to adequately meet the needs of our children," says Tiffany Crawford, President of the District 2 Community Enhancement Corporation.

  Prior to Katrina, park uniforms, equipment, and travel were covered by concession sales. Following the hurricane, severe damage to the playground's structure and equipment have caused the booster clubs to struggle to maintain programs for youth in the community.

  "As our community continues to make strides in rebuilding, it is important that we never forget that our children are our future. Providing for wholesome extra curricular activities for our children exemplifies the community's commitment to a positive future for your children," says Senator Ann Duplessis.