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Woohooooooooo it's Fat Tuesday, y'all, which means today's the day to truly indulge in everything fat-laden and alcohol-filled (before the start of Lent makes repentants of us all tomorrow). And in the event that it's unfeasible to hop on a plane rightnow to experience Mardi Gras in New Orleans, many spots across Portland will be celebrating with parties, live music, and Cajun/Creole food and drink specials. So grab those beads, don those party masks, stuff your face, and get hedonistic — we won't judge. Promise.