The Keene family was one of those gathered for the Krewe of the Pearl Mardi Gras Parade, even breaking out some dance moves. “I even caught me an oyster shell today,” Lisa Keene said.

The Mystic Krewe of Achilles celebrated its 68th annual Carnival Ball on Feb. 1 at the Raising Cane’s River Center.

Those throws have become more sustainable over the years. “The bubble kit is new,” said Grounds Krewe founder Brett Davis. “We’ve worked with so many people coming up with the perfect way ...