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12. Tune in to Mardi Gras for All Y'all: Get a piece of some NOLA Mardi Gras magic by tuning into to this three-day virtual event from 9 p.m. ET Feb. 12 through 11 p.m. Feb. 14. The event will feature artists, chefs and personalities at famous NOLA spots including Mardi Gras World (where the floats are created), Antoine's, Dookie Chase's and more. Share the history of Mardi Gras. Find out if any of your residents have experienced Mardi Gras in person. String green, purple, and gold beads to create Mardi Gras necklaces or bracelets. I find this activity works well for Memory Care. Host a Mardi Gras potluck or cooking contest for staff. Invite a local celebrity to come in and serve as the 19. Mardi Gras Charades: Put a Mardi Gras twist on the classic game of charades. Act out your favorite Mardi Gras memories or iconic New Orleans landmarks. 20. Neighborhood Balcony/Porch Bash: If you’re feeling adventurous, organize a balcony or porch bash with your neighbors. Throw beads, share laughs, and celebrate Mardi Gras as a community. Take a virtual tour of Mardi Gras World. More than 80 percent of the floats that take to New Orleans’ streets during the annual Mardi Gras festivities are designed and built inside the facility at Mardi Gras World. Get a behind-the-scenes look at a Mardi Gras tradition with a virtual tour of the enormous float-filled warehouse. (Tip: Put on Your Mardi Gras menu should incorporate a variety of classic dishes that are traditionally eaten during the Carnival season. Red beans and rice, jambalaya, hot muffuletta dip, and gumbo are all great choices for your at-home Mardi Gras celebration. And for dessert, fry up some delicious beignets. Have a fun Mardi Gras at home! Wear purple, green, and gold to symbolize justice, faith, and power. The classic colors of Mardi Gras were first popularized by the Rex Organization, one of several secret societies, or krewes, that helped define the way Mardi Gras is celebrated in the U.S. Embrace the spirit of the holiday by dressing up in your flashiest purple, green, and gold clothes. What Is Mardi Gras. Mardi Gras is synonymous with Fat Tuesday, the final celebration before Lent begins. And it’s most notable for it’s parades, costumes, and food. A great start for an at-home party theme for adults! In America we’re most familiar with the events in New Orleans, but it’s celebrated in other parts of the world too. Updated for Mardi Gras 2021. Laissez les bons temps rouler (Let the good times roll!) Fat Tuesday is just around the corner. Even though the parades and events in New Orleans have been paused this year, you can still celebrate at home, when you bring Mardi Gras festivities and flavors to your neck of the woods How to Celebrate Mardi Gras a Home with Your Kids. What’s the story of Mardi Gras? Find out more about its history and celebrations with one of these picture books about Mardi Gras. First learn about my wonderful birth state with some Picture Books About Louisiana. You can’t have Mardi Gras without some good food. This one that says let’s celebrate with traditional Mardi Gras colors is super cute. I also love this watercolor digital invite. 3. Make your menu. Mardi Gras is a big deal in South Louisiana, so Cajun and Creole fare is typical! To me, making the menu is the easiest way to capture that Louisiana flair for your Mardi Gras celebration. The most iconic Mardi Gras celebrations take place in New Orleans, where parades, masquerade balls, and street parties are the norm. But you don't need to be in the French Quarter to enjoy the spirit of Mardi Gras. 1. Mardi Gras Beads – One way to get your residents into the Mardi Gras spirit is to pass out Mardi Gras beads for them to wear. Whether you are hosting a Mardi Gras lunch with po’ boy sandwiches and gumbo or leading a Mardi Gras parade through your facility’s hallways, Mardi Gras beads are an instant way to make the event more festive. 2. Now that we have celebrated Valentine’s Day, it’s time to look toward our next celebratory event ~ Mardi Gras. I went to Pinterest and discovered 11 fun ideas for celebrating Mardi Gras. This year Mardi Gras is just around the corner next Tuesday, February 25th. I grew up in Louisiana learning French, celebrating Mardi Gras before Lent, eating king cake, and going to parades to catch beads. In recent years, Mardi Gras seems to have spread west, and more people celebrate it here in the DFW area. With that in mind, I thought you’d enjoy some fun ways to spend Mardi Gras at home with your kiddos. Mardi Gras is a festive season that is celebrated in many parts of the world, but is most well-known for the celebrations that take place in New Orleans, Louisiana. The season typically begins on Twelfth Night (January 6) and ends on Mardi Gras Day (the day before Ash Wednesday). There are many traditions that are associated with Mardi Gras Mardi Gras is not just for the young - seniors can also partake in the festive spirit with a range of enjoyable and senior-friendly activities. This vibrant celebration offers a wonderful opportunity for older adults to engage in interactive Mardi Gras activities, crafts, games, and more. Participating in these inclusive senior Mardi Gras activities not
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