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Mardi Gras - did you know that's French for Fat Tuesday? - is here, Tulsa. Here's where to party (and collect copious amounts of beads, of course).

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<strong>Mardi Gras at Chicory & Chives </strong>
When: Tuesday, March 8th, all day
Where: <a href="http://www.chicoryandchives.com/">Chicory & Chives</a>, 5800 S. Lewis Ave., Suite 129
Mardi Gras starts bright and early at Chicory & Chives, an authentic Cajun restaurant here in Tulsa. A band will strike up at 10:30 in the morning and play through lunch, then return at about 5pm and play the night away. Look for beer and drink specials on everything from Hurricanes to VooDoo-tinis and specials on food like Po' Boys, étouffée, andouille sausage corndogs and shrimp and grits - plenty on which to eat yourself silly. Beads, masks and giveaways will also be in plentiful supply, and the customer with the best costume tomorrow evening gets a $50 gift certificate good at the restaurant. Yum! 

<strong>Mardi Gras Madness</strong>
When: 4 p.m. 
Where: <a href="http://www.tulsalibrary.org/eventguide/">Hardesty Regional Library</a>, 8316 E. 93rd St.
Looking for something for the kids to do this Mardi Gras? Let them celebrate Fat Tuesday at the library with New Orleans style decorations, music and treats. Decorate a mask or make some Mardi Gras beads. This event is for ages 7-11.

<strong>Mardi Gras Fun Run & Walk</strong>
When: Tuesday, March 8th, 6 p.m. 
Where: <a href="http://www.fleetfeettulsa.com/">Fleet Feet Blue Dome</a>, 2nd and Elgin
Join the folks of Fleet Feet Blue Dome for a quick fun run and walk before the big Mardi Gras parade gets started. Everyone is invited and participation is free. After, stay and enjoy the sights.

<strong>Celebrate Fat Tuesday with Quota International</strong>
When: Tuesday, March 8th, 6 p.m. 
Where: <a href="http://www.okjazz.org/">Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Fame</a>, 111 E. First Street
This Fat Tuesday celebration benefits local charities for deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals and disadvantaged women and children. Get authentic Cajun fare and live, local entertainment while supporting important causes at the same time. 

<strong>Marshall Beer Dinner at SMOKE</strong>
When: Tuesday, March 8, 6:30 p.m.
Where: <a href="http://www.smoketulsa.com/">SMOKE</a>, 1542 E. 15th Street
No need for beads? Celebrate Fat Tuesday by stuffing yourself silly with fare pared with local craft beer at the new SMOKE on Cherry Street. Plus, diners will be eligible to win a private tour and tasting of Marshall Brewing Company, as well as Marshall merch. Make reservations by calling (918) 949-4440. 

<strong>Fat $2 Tuesday with Tulsa Oilers</strong>
When: Tuesday, March 8, 7 p.m. 
Where: <a href="http://www.bokcenter.com/">BOK Center</a>, 200 S. Denver Ave. 
Celebrate Fat Tuesday with Bud Light and the Tulsa Oilers at the last $2 beer night of the regular season. Plus, the first 1,000 fans will receive free Mardi Gras beads. The Oilers take on arch rival, the Wichita Thunder. Doors open at 6 p.m. After the game, join your favorite players and Ice Girls at Woody's Corner Bar on 2nd and Elgin for the Blue Dome District Fat Tuesday Celebration. 

<strong>Mardi Gras with The Zuits</strong>
When: Tuesday, March 8, 7 p.m. 
Where: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=115916538482618&index=1">Boulder Grill</a>, 17 W. Seventh Street
Join swing band The Zuits at Boulder Grill and, as we like to say on Mardi Gras, let the good times roll.

<strong>Blue Dome District Mardi Gras Parade</strong>
When: Tuesday, March 8, 7 p.m.
Where: Starting at 1st and Elgin, ending at 2nd and Greenwood, a total of five blocks
<a href="http://www.tulsamardigras.com/">It was the parade to beat on Mardi Gras 2010</a>, and this year the members of the Blue Dome District Merchants' Association are coming together to throw another huge party in downtown Tulsa to celebrate Fat Tuesday.

<strong>Mardi Gras Fat Tuesday Party</strong>
When: Tuesday, March 8, 9 p.m.
Where: <a href="http://www.tulsamardigras.com/">Enso Bar and Electric Circus</a>, 1st and Detroit
Going to be downtown for the Blue Dome District Mardi Gras Parade? Keep your fancy pants on and head to this party after to revel in the costumes and masks and to dance into the wee hours of the night. DJ Moody will perform at Enso; find the Phoenix Brothers at Electric Circus. Look also for a commemorative photo booth, free beads and other Mardi Gras goodies. No cover. 21 plus. VIP suites and sections available - call (918) 902-6339 for details and to reserve your spot.

<strong>Mardi Gras Party at Elephant Run</strong>
When: Tuesday, March 8
Where: <a href="http://elephantrun.com/">Elephant Run</a>, 3141 East Skelly Drive
Find beads, mask giveaways, $4 Hurricanes and $2 Rattlesnakes at Elephant Run this Fat Tuesday. 

Is your favorite Mardi Gras event not on this list? No biggie - we can fix that. <a href="mailto:tasha@tashadoestulsa.com">Send me an e-mail</a> or leave details in the comments. 

Laissez les bon temps rouler!

<em>Photo courtesy of the Blue Dome District Merchants' Association</em>