The season
that almost every New Orleanian anticipates is upon us. The spirit of Mardi
Gras season is making its way all around the city. Even through the toughest of
times, our city remains resilient and always seeks out opportunities to
persevere against any odds. This year is a prime example of that: Even though
we won't be celebrating Mardi Gras on the streets, we have the wonderful
opportunity to celebrate it virtually. The Krewe of Tucks invites all Carnival
revelers to their virtual Tucks parade this Mardi Gras. The broadcast's purpose
is to invoke joy and excitement to all people, especially those who were
affected directly by the pandemic.
On Saturday,
February 13, at noon, the virtual parade will be streamed via Facebook, YouTube,
and Twitch. Former Carnival royal Leslie Cooper and WGNO's Kenny Lopez will be
the co-hosts. Live entertainment will be streamed for this virtual festivity, including
a performance from SOUL Project NOLA, a live painting with internationally
known NOLA artist Frenchy, and interviews with former Tucks royalty and the Tucks Charitable Foundation. And to
bring a special and memorable touch to this year's Carnival craze, videos of
Tucks parades from way back when will be shown.
Amid the Carnival
excitement, the Krewe of Tucks is giving back, in order to provide local
communities with the care that they need. Tucks will be making donations to the
Children's Hospital of New Orleans and Magnolia Community Services, to help support
these companies' missions to provide care and medical support for our loved
ones and any in need. Additional donations will be made to local musicians and
production workers who have been out of work due to the pandemic.
If you would like to donate or join the virtual get-together, go to www.kreweoftucks.com or www.tucksfoundation.org.
