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If you are new to Mardi Gras, you'll need to know the lingo. Here is a list of common Carnival terms. Glossary of Mardi Gras Terms. Ball: a Mardi Gras ball is a special event parades host prior to rolling. They are similar to galas and often feature presentations of the royal court, dancing and costumes. Bacchus: a parade that rolls the Sunday Here are the Top 10 Mardi Gras terms used in Louisiana and what they mean. Ball: A Mardi Gras ball or bal is a special event that Krewes host before their parades roll. They are usually opulent, formal affairs with costumes and dancing and often feature a tableau, which is the presentation of the royal court. Lundi Gras. French for Fat Monday, Lundi Gras is the day before Mardi Gras. It was celebrated from 1874 to 1917 with Rex’s arrival by steamboat. In 1987, the custom was revived and now Lundi Gras includes parades, concerts and Carnival activities staged by both Rex and Zulu. Rex. One of the oldest krewes still parading. Rex rolls on Fat Tuesday. A Mardi Gras, as a participant in a courir is known, may beg for a chicken or demand a san sous—a small coin for the Mardi Gras. In addition to a “capuchon”—a tall cone-shaped hat that, in medieval times, was a symbol of mockery of royalty—the revelers typically wear masks made out of a type of wire screen used to crush pecans and MARDI GRAS – Also called “Fat Tuesday”, this is the last day of the Carnival season and the day before “Ash Wednesday” the first day of the season of “Lent”. THROWS – inexpensive trinkets tossed from floats by costumed and masked Krewe members; among the more popular items are doubloons, plastic cups and plastic medallion necklaces. Criminal District Court Parish of Orleans RULES FOR LOUISIANA DISTRICT COURTS TITLES I, II, and III 2.0 Monday before Mardi Gras and Wednesday after Mardi Gras.; Red Mass (First Monday in Rule No: 2.0 October) Local Holidays in Addition to Legal Holidays Listed in La. R.S. 1:55 See 2004 Amendment to La. R.S. 1:55(E)(1)(b) which, by reference to Rex, the king of Mardi Gras, and his queen preside over the festivities on Mardi Gras day. Rex leads the Krewe of Rex parade, which is the largest and most popular parade of Mardi Gras. In this month’s edition of Fat Tuesday, we’ll examine the sugary, sensual, and silly side of the holiday. “Let the good times roll”: A French saying associated with Mardi Gras. Lundi Gras. Monday before Fat Tuesday (Mardi Gras). Includes the tradition of Rex, the King of New Orleans Carnival arrival by boat. Check for parades on this day. Mardi Gras. Traced back to Medieval Europe and found its way to New Orleans by a French-Canadian Explorer. Mardi Gras balls were exclusive events closed off from most people outside of New Orleans society until this krewe revolutionized the event. In 1949, Edward Brennan Sr. created the krewe, a carnival Ball open to tourists. The king of Mardi Gras himself, Arthur Hardy is your go-to guy for information on parade routes, krewes, Mardi Gras royalty, and everything in between. You can find it all in the Arthur Hardy Mardi Gras Guide, which has been published since 1977 and contains 160 pages of facts, photos, and fun. Order your guide here. B - Beads Leson Court. Shop In-Store & In-Store Pickup. 658 Leson Court Harvey, LA 70058. Get Directions . Hours. Monday-Saturday: 9AM-6PM CST Sunday: 9AM-5PM CST Phone: 1-866-383-6020 Criminal District Court Parish of Orleans RULES FOR LOUISIANA DISTRICT COURTS TITLES I, II, and III 2.0 Monday before Mardi Gras and Wednesday after Mardi Gras.; Red Mass (First Monday in Rule No: 2.0 October) Local Holidays in Addition to Legal Holidays Listed in La. R.S. 1:55 See 2004 Amendment to La. R.S. 1:55(E)(1)(b) which, by reference to Shop the Mardi Gras Infant Collection with soft, baby-friendly onesies and rugby polo rompers. Leson Court. 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Leaning further into their heritage, founding member and Queen XXV Dr. Markey Pierre researched and the krewe adopted the use of “Saada Maskhara,” which is Swahili for “grand masque bal.” By Ayla Dickerson The 2025 Mardi Gras Court, announced on January 13, honors forty seniors who have dedicated their time and talents to McNicholas High School and the surrounding community. Sunday, February 16, will celebrate 73 years of the annual Mardi Gras Pageant and Ball where these 40 seniors and 16 honor guard members from The Mobile County Probate Court will close walk-in operations on the following dates at 4:00 p.m. to enable employees to depart the Court before Mardi Gras parade preparation (closure of downtown streets adjacent to the Mobile County Government Center Annex) commences: Friday, February 14, 2025 Thursday, February 20, 2025 Friday, February 21, 2025 Shop the Mardi Gras Youth Collection with rugby polos, hoodies, and festive tees. Leson Court. 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