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NEWS | Feb. 14, 2018

JBLE celebrates Mardi Gras

By Airman 1st Class Monica Roybal 633rd Air Base Wing Public Affairs

The Joint Base Langley-Eustis 633rd Force Support Squadron hosted a Mardi Gras celebration in the Fort Eustis Club at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., Feb. 9, 2018.

The 633rd FSS hosts the event each year to recognize the Louisiana celebration dating back to 1699 to boost morale and encourage family fun with a night of entertainment for all ages.

The event featured Cajun cuisine while Zachary Smith and the Dixie Power Trio played New Orleans parade music to bring about a Mardi Gras atmosphere. Other entertainment included face painting, fortune telling, casino games, a prize room, a juggler and a magician.