Mardi Gras: Congratulations to the Krewe du Vieux for a great parade on Saturday night through the French Quarter, Faubourg Marigny and Bywater areas. The irreverant traditional krewe used mules to pull their small floats through the chilly night. Ronald Lewis, the founder of the Ninth Ward Social Aid and Pleasure Club, was honored as king. As part of his royal entourage, members of the Krewe du Jieux were allowed to take part in Krewe du Vieux for the first time in several year since a contentious split with the larger Krewe du Mishigas (now a regular sub-krewe within Krewe du Vieux). This may not sound like a big deal to you, but it is very big news in this community.
Martin Luther King, Jr. : So much has happened since 1968 when Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was slain. In many ways there is a lot that still needs to be improved in race-relations, but I am glad to note many historic changes that have been implemented in the four decades that have elapsed. I remember much of that era, particularly the assassination of both Dr. King and Bobby Kennedy. I was with my housekeeper Victoria during the night of the King assassination and remember how powerful the sense of loss was then. I recall watching the flames of reaction lighting up the night skies in several cities and know that several people in Cleveland were also affected by the riots that ensued. Perhaps there are some of you who would like to share your thoughts.
Tu B'Shevat: At sundown tonight, the Jewish holiday of Tu B'Shevat begins. This is also called "the New Year of the Trees." It could also be called Jewish Arbor Day. Regardless, it is a nice holiday that has a lot of "green" associated with it. With today's emphasis on environmental issues, it's nice that an old holiday can help us think about today's hot-button issues associated with global warming and being eco-friendly.
Martin Luther King, Jr. : So much has happened since 1968 when Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was slain. In many ways there is a lot that still needs to be improved in race-relations, but I am glad to note many historic changes that have been implemented in the four decades that have elapsed. I remember much of that era, particularly the assassination of both Dr. King and Bobby Kennedy. I was with my housekeeper Victoria during the night of the King assassination and remember how powerful the sense of loss was then. I recall watching the flames of reaction lighting up the night skies in several cities and know that several people in Cleveland were also affected by the riots that ensued. Perhaps there are some of you who would like to share your thoughts.
Tu B'Shevat: At sundown tonight, the Jewish holiday of Tu B'Shevat begins. This is also called "the New Year of the Trees." It could also be called Jewish Arbor Day. Regardless, it is a nice holiday that has a lot of "green" associated with it. With today's emphasis on environmental issues, it's nice that an old holiday can help us think about today's hot-button issues associated with global warming and being eco-friendly.
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