Saturday April 14, 2012 from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM at Blaine Kern Mardi Gras World ( East Bank), featuring The Rebirth Brass Band

The Krewe of Pork and Beads, with King Bryan Batt and Queen Barbara Gaiennie, present the first Mardi Gras Ball of the 2013 season. The Cochon Cotillion is a wonderful party with food complements of many of New Orleans finest restaurants, a complimentary bar, silent auction, raffle, music and dancing. Costume and tacky attire is requested. Sponsorship levels begin at $1500 and tickets are $100 each. Contact Wayne Olivio at 504.821.7135 for information or to purchase tickets.

Volunteer opportunities: Serve on the committee, sell sponsorships and tickets and work at the event.

TICKETS: $100