Colorful beaded necklaces and feathery masks took over The Saybrook at Haddam during its first Mardi Gras celebration. Residents at the elegant assisted living and retirement community were joined by family and friends, and their special invited guests from the Haddam Senior Center and the St. Peter’s Senior Group. Everyone, including visiting grandchildren, enjoyed singing and dancing to the Dixieland sounds from the lively band, Tuxedo Junction.
“It was fun to see the young kids dancing to this wonderful music,” said Lillian Foreman, resident at the Saybrook at Haddam. “We were all singing along because it is music from our generation. It was a very fun afternoon.”
The Mardi Gras feast included spicy shrimp jambalaya, festive punch and a king’s cake. A highlight of the party was the crowning of the Mardi Gras king and queen – Angelo Misenti and Marian Marston. “I’m not sure how long we will reign,” Angelo said. “But we promise it will be a good time!”
