Tuesday 21st February is definitely a date for your diary if you’re a fan of fun and fancy dress, as that’s when Mardi Gras falls this year. Literally translated as ”Fat Tuesday”, Mardi Gras finds its origins in Christian religious traditions. Coming the day before Ash Wednesday, Mardi Gras or Shrove Tuesday marked the last hurrah of feasting and fun before the privations of Lent would begin. Continue reading
Monthly Archives: February 2012
Its time to start the music..
It’s time to light the lights. Does this little ditty ring any bells? If it does, then I’d hazard a guess that you’re something of a fan of Jim Henson’s wacky creation: the Muppets. In which case you may well be rather excited at the moment, thanks to the UK release on Friday of the latest Muppet movie venture. Continue reading
Have Fun with Face Paint
If you’re thinking of how to make your kid’s birthday party that little bit different, why not consider face paints? It can be the perfect way to add some fun into proceedings, and whether you do it yourself or hire someone else to do it you simply can’t go wrong. Continue reading
More medieval fun to come when Game of Thrones returns
Fans of hit HBO television series Game of Thrones are counting down the days until the medieval fantasy adventure returns for second season. Series 2 is scheduled to premiere in the US at the beginning of April, and should be hitting telly screens in the UK shortly after. Continue reading
Lady Gaga invites her Little Monsters to the ball
Eccentric pop idol Lady Gaga has sent her fans (dubbed ‘Little Monsters’ by the star) into a frenzy of excitement by allowing them a sneak peek into plans for her upcoming tour, entitled ”The Born This Way Ball”. Gaga posted the images of a tour poster and a set design sketch on her Twitter account yesterday, giving fans a coveted advanced viewing of what appears to be a heavily gothically-inspired tour theme. Tour dates are to be officially announced tomorrow. Continue reading
