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Lent is a mystery to a lot of people. Many folks are generally aware that it’s a religious observance that happens every spring and somehow involves people getting ashes smeared on their forehead and/or giving up chocolate or booze or Facebook until Easter. But like most practices rooted in Christianity, the way people observe Lent, or whether they observe it at all, varies wildly depending on their heritage, specific religious tradition, and preferences.
Still, there are some rules and guidelines that mark the observance of Lent for Christians who observe the season. And, increasingly, even nonreligious people are picking up the ritual. Here’s an overview.
Beau rides again: Floats in the Oaks tribute honors a former Rex & City Park leader
The Rex king s float at City Park s special Carnival event features a tribute to Beau Bassich, King of Carnival 1989 and a longtime City Park leader. Author: Dominic Massa / WWL-TV Updated: 5:28 PM CST February 4, 2021
NEW ORLEANS Beau Bassich’s daughter laughs when she admits that – other than his family - two of his biggest passions in life were City Park and Carnival.
That’s why seeing him memorialized on the Rex King’s float now on display at City Park s Floats in the Oaks event is so special.