[StBernard] St. Bernard Parish to hold several community events to mark the fifth anniversary of Hurricane Katrina

[Westley Annis]

St. Bernard Parish to hold several community events to mark the fifth
anniversary of Hurricane Katrina

 

Across St. Bernard Parish, several community events will mark the fifth
anniversary of Hurricane Katrina during the week leading up to August 29 as
residents come together to celebrate how far the parish has come in its
recovery.

 

"As we approach the fifth anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, it is important
to remember those who lost their lives, but it is a time also to celebrate
as a community the successes of our growth and recovery of our parish over
the last five years," said St. Bernard Parish President Craig P. Taffaro,
Jr.

 

On the afternoon of Friday, Aug. 27, St Bernard Parish Government will hold
a series of dedications at Katrina parish construction projects.

 

There will be a cabbage ball tournament at Val Riess Park in Chalmette on
Saturday, August 28. Teams are set with government agencies and recovery
partners. The public should come celebrate and join in the festivities to
cheer on various government agencies. The day will include music and several
activities.

 

The annual Katrina Commemoration Ceremony will take place in Shell Beach at
the site of the Katrina Memorial on the morning of Sunday, August 29. On
Sunday afternoon, there will be a Praise and Worship Concert at the Fred J.
Sigur Civic Center Auditorium in Chalmette.

 

In addition to St. Bernard Parish Government's events, the St. Bernard
School Board will hold its annual Day of Reflection Breakfast the morning of
Friday, August 27. Our Lady of Prompt Succor will hold its Katrina Memorial
Mass on Saturday morning.

 

Call the School Board office for ticket information about the breakfast at
301-2000. All parish government Katrina events are free.

 

For more information about the growth and recovery of St. Bernard Parish,
visit www.sbpg.net <http://www.sbpg.net> .