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During my interview project, I had the chance to interview the talented Tom Havey from krewe group “Skinz n Bonez.” From interviewing him I learned a lot about his occupation and his personal thoughts on (COVID-19). Together we discussed the importance on staying home and what the parading culture will look like in the nearContinue reading “Interview Analysis Excerpt”

COVID-19 is impacting parading culture in a difficult manner. After interviewing Tom Harvey, who is involved with the krewe of “Skinz n Bonez” it is safe to say that COVID-19 has taken New Orleanians by storm. It has put many parades to a halt and also put many people out of commission to work. TomContinue reading “Community Love”

When it comes to Mardi Gras parading, there are always criticism associated with the throws culture.  More specifically, environmentalist continue to opine on the hazards of using tons of plastic beads and the ongoing lack of effort to address the environmental problem for New Orleans. Of great concern is the fact that throwaway throws, atContinue reading “Move away from plastic throwaways!!!”

Recently, the United States and most of the world, has been shutdown due to the spread of a new disease called coronavirus or (COVID-19). Coronavirus is a disease that causes severe respiratory problems with symptoms such as cough, fever, and difficult breathing. This virus has actually taken the world by storm and has increased mortalityContinue reading “Coronavirus on Parading Culture”

On February 16, 2020, I attended the Mardi Gras Indian practice in Handa Wanda, New Orleans. I attended this event with Professor Helm and four young ladies from my class. When we arrived at the designated meeting area, we were amused as there were 6 people hoping to enter a  five- seater car. Without hesitation,Continue reading “Mardi Gras Indian Practice”

On February 9, 2020 I attended the Krewe du Vieux and Krewe deLusion, which took place in the French Quarter. This was the first parade I attended in New Orleans. This parade was very close to bourbon, so there were endless people out having a great time. When we first arrived to the parade weContinue reading “Mardi Gras Adventure!”

On February 9, 2020 I attended the parade of Krewe of Nefertiti. This was located in East New Orleans neighboorhood. It had been 28 years since the last time a parade took place in New Orleans East. I attended the event with professor Helm and three other girls from my class. When we first arrivedContinue reading “Krewe of Nefertiti!”

Blog #2 On January 3, 2020, two guest speakers came to my class to speak on behalf of their organizations that are affiliated with the parades within Mardi Gras. The first guest speaker was apart of an organization called “Baby Dolls.” She gave a presentation on the history of Baby Dolls and why they wereContinue reading “Krewe Guest Speakers!”

Blog #1 When taking part in class interviews, I learned a lot more about Mardi Gras in New Orleans. From the neighborhood gatherings to continued traditions throughout multiple years. Something huge that I learned is that Mardi Gras is deeper than I originally  thought. I believed it was all about floats and overall just celebrating.Continue reading “Jordan Allen’s Mardi Gras Experience!”

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