By Sheila Gray Sheila Gray of Vancleave has been creating the ornate costumes for the Gulf Coast Carnival Association court since 1980. She shared with us the process of creating a perfect carnival gown. FIRST STOP: NEW YORK We try to go to New York to look for fabrics because there is such a variety […]
By Andi Oustalet Mardi Gras is one of the most wonderful times on the Coast. Thousands of revelers line parade routes and dress extravagantly for balls, but most of them likely don’t completely understand what goes into the development and execution of Mardi Gras. I have been involved with Mardi Gras for more than 20 […]
Sixteen years and one day after the Krewe of Diamondhead crowned her parents king and queen, Dinah Rhoades has resumed her family’s reign. On Dec. 8, the Krewe named Dinah Rhoades queen for 2019. In 2003, Chuck Garrison and his wife, Til Garrison, were one of the first husband-and-wife pairs to hold their king and […]
Let’s face it, November and December can be very stressful. It’s supposed to be a fun, social time of the year, but for some, the music, decorations and social events can trigger anxiety and grief. The following eight tips can help you relax and enjoy your best holiday season ever. LIVE IN THE MOMENT Try […]
By Todd Trenchard | Executive director, Bacot McCarty Foundation The Bacot McCarty Foundation was established in 1978 and is a nonprofit organization that has become a mainstay for many educational, youth and cultural programs across the Gulf Coast. The foundation supports over 30 local nonprofit agencies across the region and administers scholarships through various funds. […]
Joseph T. Cox, M.D. The holiday season is quickly approaching, and with it lots of excitement. It’s an opportunity to buy fun presents for our loved ones, cook and eat delicious food and celebrate with friends and family. As a spine surgeon, I know from both personal and professional experience that we lift, push, pull […]
