A NOTE FROM THE EDITOR
Our Most Festive Time of Year !
We have a saying in Louisiana : “ Laissez les bons temps rouler ,” or “ Let the good times roll .” Saying this Cajun expression is a fun and festive way to get people riled up and let them know that the party is starting .
Nothing is truer in the French Quarter this time of year ! As we hang up our Mardi Gras costumes and put away our Mardi Gras masks till next year , we roll into St . Patrick ’ s Day with week-long festivities . On Friday , March 11 may the luck of the Irish be with you with green beer and , yes , more costumes and parades . Not enough partying , you say ? The St . Joseph Day Parade rolls on Saturday , March 19 with colorful floats and Italian marching clubs . Would you like a flower , ladies ? The men in Italian marching clubs will be happy to give you one !
The French Quarter continues their “ block party ” with festival music from every street corner and bar from April 21 - 24 with French Quarter Fest . The music is flowing and you can taste some of the best cuisine from the finest local restaurants the city has to offer .
As you can see , we celebrate just about anything in the Vieux Carre : food , libations , music , history , and more ! It ’ s springtime , a time to rejoice with outdoor festivals and revel in the fact that winter is ending and warm weather is arriving . Whether you are visiting for Mardi Gras or here for your favorite festival , let your inner self out . As we say : “ Laissez les bons temps rouler !”
Donna Horowitz
ON THE COVER Rockin Dopsie rocks the crowd at French Quarter Fest . Photo by Zack Smith Photography www . zacksmith . com
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