The krewe customarily selects and designs next year’s throws soon after Mardi Gras ends. The krewe then enters into contracts with an importer to buy them by “summer at the latest,” he said.

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Saints veterans share their favorite parade throws to catch during Mardi Gras in New Orleans on the latest Rookie Mistakes presented by Snickers. New Orleans Saints wide receiver Bub Means goes ...

While throws include plastic beads, candy, stuffed animals, cups and toys, there are also the more coveted items such as painted coconuts, hand-decorated shoes and bedazzled toilet plungers.

This initiative promotes the use of biodegradable throws to protect storm drains and improve waste management. New Orleans officials gathered Thursday night to review the successful Mardi Gras ...

Mardi Gras or Fat Tuesday ... clubs known as krewes. While throws include plastic beads, candy, stuffed animals, cups and toys, there are also the more coveted items such as painted coconuts, ...