Anyone interested...

[lscottpht]

Anyone interested in getting a group together for a few days to cover one of these (preferrably on a Friday, Sat., Sun.):

February 19-26, 2006 - FESTIVAL - Brownsville: Charro Days Fiesta. Celebrated with a four day Latin Festival each year since 1938, complete with elaborate costuming, carnivals, parades, dances. A program of events is held in both Brownsville and its sister city, Matamoros, Mexico, which demonstrates the relationship between both countries. This is a spectacular and colorful event with spectators and participants dressing up in traditional Mexican costume. Admission is Free. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. For information call 956-542-4245. Held annually on the last Thursday in February.

February 23-26, 2006 - FESTIVAL - Port Arthur: Mardi Gras of Southeast Texas. This four-day event brings to Southeast Texas seven exciting parades, magnificent costumes, Mardi Gras floats, concerts, street entertainment, arts and crafts, ethnic and carnival food concessions, KidZone, fireworks, street dances, carnival rides and games, souvenirs, ongoing activities, Mardi Gras beauty pageant, treasure hunt and more. Advance discount tickets available prior to event at area businesses. Handicapped parking available. Time & cost details at www.portarthur.com/mardigras. Event Location: 600 block of Procter Street, Downtown Port Arthur, Texas. Region: Texas Gulf Coast. Phone number for more information: 409-721-8717. Held annually.

[PeteQ]

Would love to but I have Scott's workshop on the 18th and a commitment on 19th and another on the 25th. Are you looking to cover the whole event or a couple of days here and there?

[lscottpht]

Originally Posted by PeteQ

Would love to but I have Scott's workshop on the 18th and a commitment on 19th and another on the 25th. Are you looking to cover the whole event or a couple of days here and there?

Hey! I forgot about Scott's workshop. Just looking to cover a couple of days. Actually, I think the Port Arthur thing would be cool b/c they were hit hard during Rita; so, it might be quite interesting. I actually wanted to go to New Orleans to cover Mardi Gras, but the prices of hotels are just way too much for me to afford right now. That would have been really cool.

Hey Wendy, if we do Port A., we would have to pass through Houston. Wanna go??

[Suz]

Since you are passing through Houston, please pick me up also. I would love to go. I can drive if you want, I have a large SUV. Leslie, you have my email so let me know. I will also go to Brownsville if you are interested. I wont make any plans that weekend for sure.

Suzy

[Wendy]

You know I'm always up for a road trip! I'll have to wait and see if I have anything else to cover that weekend, though. With basketball playoffs starting in the next week or two, I may be tied up. Keep me in the loop. If I'm free, you know I'll join you!!!

[wyatt]

Hmm, I'm interested, but I'd have to check lots of dates right around there I'm semi-committed. Plus, I'm not sure I could stand the "hen party" atmosphere.

Wyatt

[Suz]

I found a ride with another photographer (after much bribing) from the Houston area, so I'll see you all in Port Arthur.....:) This should be fun to shoot.

[lscottpht]

Originally Posted by Suz

I found a ride with another photographer (after much bribing) from the Houston area, so I'll see you all in Port Arthur.....:) This should be fun to shoot.

Hey Suzy,

Glad you found a ride. I'm not 100% sure yet if I'm going. I will let you know if I am. I probably won't know until a few days before. I might go to Haiti if things get worse there. Who else is coming with you?