Oh, it’s Carnival time! Enjoy our 104-page, largest-issue ever as Where Y’at enters our 25th year of publishing. This issue has all the intel about Mardi Gras, including parade maps, king cake picks, and more.
Emily Hingle visits with the man, the myth, the legend: Al “Carnival Time” Johnson. Mr. Johnson recalls stories like when he recorded “It’s Carnival Time” 63 years ago, just before performing for President John F. Kennedy.
Cynthea Corfah shares the most coveted throws for this Carnival season, highlighting everything from Zulu coconuts to Tucks plungers. Frances Deese shares tips on how to make your own costume for Mardi Gras day.
Not to be forgotten in the Carnival madness, Julie Mitchell asks “Are You in Love?” in her hilarious piece on Valentine’s Day. And Jeff Boudreaux shares his picks for movies to watch to celebrate Black History Month.
Be sure to log onto WhereYat.com for up-to-date info…happy Carnival.
–Josh Danzig, Publisher
