People in attendance enjoyed jambalaya, popcorn, cotton candy, crafts and free gifts. Other activities included a clown, spacewalks, a demonstration by the St. John Parish Canine Unit, free throw competition and a punt, pass and kick contest.
Since 2001, Marathon Petroleum Company and the St. John Parish Government have worked together to make significant improvements to Ezekiel Jackson Park. Some of the improvements included the fencing of additional property purchased by the parish adjacent to park, fence repair, painting and repair of the park concession stand, new playground equipment, a lighted walking/jogging track and a pavilion.
 A clown was on hand to entertain the children with balloon art. |
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