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Happy Fat Tuesday: Celebrate & Learn About the Cultural Roots of Mardi Gras

It may be business as usual here in New England, but way down south in New Orleans they are having a huge party! Mardi Gras (French for Fat Tuesday) has arrived, and the whole city is celebrating! Celebrate Mardi Gras here at home and learn about the cultural roots of this exciting event through these resources that explore Fat Tuesday through music, food, literature and crafts!

Category: Cultural Events Tags: American Culture, Ash Wednesday, Cajun, Cajun Culture, Carnival season, Epiphany, Fat Tuesday, Kings Day, Mardi Gras, Regional Culture, Shrove Tuesday

Three King’s Day Offers Multi-Cultural Learning

Celebrated in Spanish-speaking cultures around the world (and in many communities in western Massachusetts), Three King’s Day celebrates the biblical arrival of the kings in Jerusalem, bearing gifts for the baby Jesus. Learn about the extended holiday season and the traditions and celebrations that accompany Three King’s Day through reading, baking, crafting, and celebrating!