Krewe of Oshun (I'm told it's pronounced Ocean) was my introduction to the Uptown parade scene. I think this is a good parade to get your feet wet. The parade itself is pretty short (although made longer this year due to a breakdown of someone's float midway through the route).
With all these newfangled holidays (like National Boss Day), it is hard to keep track of what is going on when. Well, tomorrow is Sweetest Day and if you've never heard of it, you're not alone. Sweetest Day was first celebrated in 1922 and falls on the third Saturday in October each year. It was started by Herbert Birch Kingston who was employed by an Ohio candy company. Although many view it as a second Valentine's Day, Sweetest Day is more about celebrating all those that make your life special.
1 Sweetest Day is always observed on the third Saturday in October, which falls on Oct. 17 in 2015. 2  80 percent of Hallmark's Sweetest Day cards have a âloveâ or âromanceâ theme. 3  Hallmark research indicates that Sweetest Day is more popular with younger people who prefer trendy designs and a casual or lighthearted tone.