Northshore

On a balmy April's Fool evening in 1987, near the shores of Lake Ponchatrain, eleven businessmen gathered at Benny Delauzin's home to form a new carnival Krewe that would bring a first-class parade to Mandeville. The ladies Krewe of Eve had successfully paraded the year before. By February 12th, Orpheus had grown to 225 men, and paraded for the first time on the Friday night before Mardi Gras in 1988 with thirteen floats and as many local and regional marching bands. Reaction was overwhelming - both from riders and parade goers. Riders who had ridden in other parades in New Orleans were amazed that folks here actually say "Thank You" when tossed beads or other throws. The family orientation of parading in Mandeville was a pleasant departure for many seasoned riders who were used to rowdy crowds and big city hassles. The public and press declared Mandeville's new Krewe a "great success" and the Organization grew into the Northshore's premier men's carnival organization.

Lake Charles, LA

Chartered in April of 1985, with its first Ball in 1986, Krewe de la Noblesse is a social organization which celebrates the traditional New Orleans Style of Mardi Gras. The by-invitation membership is limited to 200 married and single members. The Krewe takes great pride in promoting Mardi Gras and contributing to establishing Lake Charles as a Mardi Gras area second only to New Orleans.