Mardi Gras, often referred to as "Fat Tuesday," is a festive carnival season celebrated in numerous countries around the world. One of the most prominent elements of Mardi Gras is the concept of witchcraft, which has become synonymous with the festivities. Witchcraft has been associated with Mardi Gras due to its historical roots in ancient pagan rituals and folklore. In many cultures, Mardi Gras marks the end of winter and the arrival of spring, which was traditionally a time for celebrating fertility and warding off evil spirits. During Mardi Gras, witchcraft is often depicted in the form of colorful costumes, masks, and elaborate floats. People dress up as witches, wizards, or other magical beings to symbolize the supernatural and mystical nature of the festival.
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Saturday, Jul. 02, 2011
SWIC’s storm cloud gives way to snow leopard
BY WILL BUSS – News-Democrat
BELLEVILLE, ILLINOIS — The smirking-faced thundercloud is out at Southwestern Illinois College.
This fall, when the SWIC Blue Storm takes the court and field of play, they will be represented by a blue-eyed snow leopard.
The Belleville-based community college unveiled the new mascot Friday. The school’s athletic department is replacing the Blue Storm logo, but not the team name.
Athletic Director Jay Harrington said the college wanted to join an eco-driven movement by adopting a team mascot that brings awareness to an endangered species.
“We wanted to do our part, and we really wanted to do what we can to help,” Harrington said. “We feel like that is pretty important.”
The school’s sports teams have been known as the Blue Storm and have played under the storm cloud logo since 2000. During prior decades, the school’s teams were known as the Dutchmen.
Harrington said the new mascot follows other college athletics departments that have adopted team mascots that are endangered species. Harrington cited the University of Alabama, which has long been known as the Crimson Tide and has an elephant mascot. He also said Loyola University in Chicago, known as the Ramblers, adopted the wolf as its team mascot.
Harrington said that by choosing the snow leopard, SWIC hopes to not only draw attention and awareness to the endangered animal, but also to establish one or more scholarships for student-athletes pursuing careers in veterinary sciences or sustainable energy. Merchandise and apparel printed with the new team logo should be available later this year.
“We are very excited that we’re trying to do something for the environment,” he said. “People may think this is cheesy, but it’s not. It’s real. Our school is trying to be more innovative.”
The college is having a contest to name the mascot. Information about the contest is available at www.swic.edu.
Contact reporter Will Buss at [email protected] or 239-2526.
Read more: http://www.bnd.com/2011/07/02/1771957/storm-cloud-gives-way-to-snow.html#ixzz1RYhlEf8R
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BLUE STORM GOES GREEN WITH SUSTAINABLE NEW MASCOT
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July 2011 DistrictwiDe FooD Drive BLUE STORM GOES GREEN WITH SUSTAINABLE NEW MASCOT starting this Fall, the swic Blue storm will retire the storm clouD in Favor oF a Ferocious new mascot – the enDangereD snow leoparD. Joining the eco-driven movement at the college, the Athletics department wanted to do its part by adopting a new mascot that needs the help of Planet Earth. Help fight hunger! Donate to the taking care of america Food Drive July 5-7 at all campuses. Please drop off nonperishable food items at: the East St. Louis Community College Center - Building A, Room 1007; the Red Bud Campus - Front Lobby; the Sam Wolf Granite City Campus - Front Hall; and the Belleville Campus - College Activities Office, Room 1246. A variety of food is needed! “By choosing the snow leopard, we hope to draw attention and awareness to this endangered species,” said Athletic Director Jay harrington. “Beyond awareness, we plan to establish one or more scholarships for student-athletes pursuing careers in veterinary sciences or sustainable energy.” The snow leopard, a beautiful Himalayan mountain cat born with striking blue eyes, was an easy match for the premier Blue Storm Athletics program. A natural predator, the snow leopard is known for its ability to survive in a rugged landscape and harsh climate. The cat also is the top predator in its ecosystem. While college sports abound with predatory-feline mascots – lions and tigers and bearcats – “we think ours will be the first snow leopard mascot in North American sports,” said Harrington, who has coached the Blue Storm for more than three decades in his NJCAA Hall of Fame career. Next up is selecting a name for the new Blue Storm mascot. SWIC sports fans are invited to submit names for the snow leopard. To participate, visit SWIC.edu and look for the snow leopard and paw prints. Snow leopard names may be submitted through July 15. SWIC student-athletes will help select finalists; then the winning nickname will be announced to start the fall 2011 semester. The individual who submits the winning name will receive new Blue Storm snow leopard gear.
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ClosePeople dress up as witches, wizards, or other magical beings to symbolize the supernatural and mystical nature of the festival. These costumes are often adorned with vibrant colors and sequins to create an atmosphere of enchantment and celebration. In addition to the visual representation of witchcraft, Mardi Gras also incorporates various rituals and traditions associated with magic and mysticism.
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These rituals may include the throwing of charms and talismans, the recitation of spells and incantations, and the burning of herbs or candles to ward off evil spirits and bring good luck. Furthermore, Mardi Gras has a long-standing tradition of voodoo, which is a religion that originated in West Africa and later developed in Haiti and New Orleans. Voodoo practitioners, also known as vodouists, believe in the existence of spirits, or lwa, and use various rituals and ceremonies to communicate with them. During Mardi Gras, voodoo-themed parades and performances are common, featuring dancers, drummers, and other performers dressed in traditional voodoo attire. It is important to note that witchcraft and voodoo in the context of Mardi Gras are not meant to be taken literally or as a representation of actual religious practices. Rather, they serve as symbols of the mystical and otherworldly aspects of the carnival season, adding to its festive and vibrant atmosphere. In conclusion, witchcraft has become an integral part of Mardi Gras celebrations, representing the magical and supernatural elements of the carnival season. Through costumes, rituals, and traditions, Mardi Gras embraces the mysticism and enchantment associated with witchcraft, creating a unique and memorable experience for participants and spectators alike..
Reviews for "Mardi Gras Witchcraft Traditions: Passed Down through Generations"
1. Lisa - 1/5
I was really disappointed by "Mardi Gras Witchcraft". The storyline was extremely confusing and hard to follow. The characters were also quite uninteresting and lacked development. The humor attempted in the film fell flat and just seemed forced. Overall, the movie was a huge letdown and I would not recommend it.
2. Mike - 2/5
"Mardi Gras Witchcraft" had potential, but it failed to deliver. The plot was muddled and the pacing was all over the place. The acting was mediocre, with most of the characters coming off as flat and unconvincing. The special effects were also underwhelming. While the concept of combining Mardi Gras and witchcraft seemed intriguing, the execution missed the mark. I wouldn't necessarily call it a complete disaster, but it definitely fell short of my expectations.