Is there such a thing as too much purple, green and gold? The answer was no, when on Feb. 6 the Cancer Crusaders hosted a Mardi Gras Bingo Bash at Chateau Golf & Country Club.
This sold-out event was only a week before Mardi Gras, so there was no lack of the seasonal spirit among Carnival color-clad supporters, many of whom participated in a costume contest — the Mardi Gras Flamingos were the winners. Bingo (20 rounds), a money tree, and a necklace and earring raffle were among the other activities that keep the party lively, as did the event emcees Jay Romig, Mike Hoss and Laura Buchtel.
The group’s big event, the Celebration of Life Luncheon, is scheduled for Oct. 11.
Kathy Pastorek was the Mardi Gras Bingo Bash event chair.
Fun Fact: Since 1975, the all-volunteer Cancer Crusaders has raised more than $5 million dollars for cancer research in the New Orleans area, with the money divided between LSU Cancer Center and Tulane Cancer Center.
