{"id":1,"date":"2026-02-21T22:18:01","date_gmt":"2026-02-21T22:18:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alphaomegachapter.masaiinteractive.net\/?p=1"},"modified":"2026-03-23T12:24:12","modified_gmt":"2026-03-23T16:24:12","slug":"hello-world","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/alphaomegachapter.masaiinteractive.net\/index.php\/2026\/02\/21\/hello-world\/","title":{"rendered":"66TH ANNUAL ALPHA OMEGA MARDI GRAS BALL"},"content":{"rendered":"
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66TH ANNUAL\u00a0ALPHA\u00a0OMEGA<\/h2>\n

MARDI\u00a0GRAS\u00a0BALL<\/h2>\n

Alpha\u00a0Omega\u00a0Social Action & Scholarship Foundation<\/h3>\n

Saturday, February 7, 2026<\/h3>\n

With less than 40 days remaining until one of Alpha Omega Chapter\u2019s most anticipated signature events, the countdown to the 66th Annual Alpha Omega Mardi Gras Ball is officially on. Set for Saturday, February 7, 2026, this year\u2019s Mardi Gras is shaping up to be an extraordinary evening of celebration, elegance, and fellowship\u2014and now is the time to act.<\/p>\n

We strongly encourage all patrons to secure their tickets, book hotel accommodations, and place an ad in the official Mardi Gras Souvenir Journal immediately.<\/strong>\u00a0Availability is becoming limited, and waiting may result in missed opportunities to attend, stay on-site, or gain visibility in a publication that commemorates this historic event while supporting the Alpha Omega Social Action & Scholarship Foundation.<\/p>\n

Immediate action ensures the best options and allows our committee to finalize planning as we enter the final stretch. Please review the details below and take advantage of the remaining time to lock in your full Mardi Gras experience before it\u2019s too late.<\/p>\n

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SOUVENIR JOURNAL<\/u><\/b><\/p>\n

Welcome to the\u00a066th Annual Alpha Omega Mardi Gras Ball Souvenir Journal,<\/strong> a lasting showcase of those who proudly support Alpha Omega\u2019s mission of service, scholarship, and community impact. This journal preserves the voices, businesses, and patrons who choose to stand with us and be remembered.<\/p>\n

With Mardi Gras less than 40 days away, we strongly encourage patrons to secure their advertisement immediately.<\/strong> Space is limited, and early placement ensures your message is included in this commemorative publication that will be shared well beyond the evening of Mardi Gras.<\/p>\n

Your ad is more than recognition\u2014it is an investment in the programs and scholarships of the Alpha Omega Social Action & Scholarship Foundation. Act now and take your place in the legacy.<\/p>\n

Step 1:\u00a0Fill out the Souvenir Journal Form and Upload your ad. Make sure your ad is ready prior to submitting the Souvenir Journal Form.<\/p>\n

Souvenir Journal Submission Form<\/a><\/h3>\n

Step 2: Follow the steps to submit payment for your ad via one of the following methods:<\/p>\n

1. PayPal –\u00a0unclephiltheq@verizon.net<\/a>\u00a0or<\/p>\n

2. CashApp – $AOSASF<\/p>\n

Note: Scholarship Endowment Sponsors (Payment included with Sponsorship)<\/p>\n

Deadline: January 24, 2026<\/h3>\n
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HOTEL ROOMS<\/u><\/b><\/p>\n

The Mardi Gras hotel room block is currently open, and with\u00a0less than 40 days until the event,\u00a0we strongly encourage patrons to\u00a0reserve their rooms immediately. Availability is limited, and the room block\u00a0closes on January 9, 2026<\/strong>\u00a0or sooner if sold out. Booking early ensures convenience, preferred rates, and a seamless Mardi Gras weekend experience.<\/p>\n

Room Rate = $119\/night + tax<\/p>\n

Click Here to reserve your room today<\/a><\/p>\n

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TABLES AND TICKETS<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n

ALL tickets and tables are now open. You can secure any table and\/or seats at any table.<\/p>\n

Secure your Table and Tickets @<\/p>\n

www.AlphaOmegaMardiGras.org<\/a><\/h2>\n

To Pay by mail<\/p>\n

If you would like to make a payment by mail, please send to:<\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/p>\n

Nathan Hunter<\/p>\n

c\/o Alpha Omega Mardi Gras Committee<\/p>\n

7105 Dewdrop Way<\/a><\/p>\n

Clinton, MD 20735<\/a><\/p>\n

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MAKE IT A STAYCATION<\/u><\/b><\/p>\n

For those who will be coming in early on Friday and making a weekend of it, we plan to have a Meet & Greet (Location: TBD). More details to follow.<\/p>\n

GENERAL DETAILS<\/u><\/b><\/p>\n

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Date:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Saturday, February 7, 2026<\/p>\n

Time:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a07:00pm \u2013 1:00am<\/p>\n

Where:\u00a0Bethesda North Marriott and Conference Center<\/p>\n

5701 Marinelli Road<\/a><\/p>\n

North Bethesda, MD 20852<\/a><\/p>\n

Attire:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Formal or Mardi Gras Attire<\/p>\n

Cost:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0$1,500 per table \/ $150 per ticket<\/p>\n

Room Rates:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0$119\/night + tax<\/p>\n

Website:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0www.alphaomegamardigras.org<\/a><\/p>\n

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MARDI GRAS PROGRAM<\/u><\/b><\/p>\n

7:00pm \u2013 8:00pm \u2013 Cocktail Hour (Bourbon Street Theme)<\/p>\n

7:30pm \u2013 Ballroom Doors Open<\/p>\n

8:00pm \u2013 9:00pm \u2013 Dinner<\/p>\n

8:30pm \u2013 9:15pm \u2013 Program<\/p>\n

9:15pm \u2013 10:45pm \u2013 Special Guest DJ<\/p>\n

10:45pm \u2013 11:00pm \u2013 Scholarship Raffle & King Que<\/p>\n

11:00pm – 11:30pm – Singing of the Hymn “Omega Dear”<\/p>\n

11:30pm \u2013 1:00am \u2013 Special Guest DJ<\/p>\n

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TAX CONSIDERATIONS<\/u><\/b><\/p>\n

$105.00 of each individual ticket price is considered tax deductible. Please consult your tax adviser to ensure you are in compliance with all applicable IRS regulations when completing your tax returns.\u00a0Alpha Omega Social Action & Scholarship Foundation is a 501 \u00a9 (3) tax-exempt corporation, Federal Tax ID # 52-1741766.<\/p>\n

PARKING<\/u><\/b><\/p>\n

Parking is complimentary and is located in the garage attached to the conference center. In future correspondence, we will have more specific and detailed directions concerning parking.<\/p>\n

VENDORS<\/u><\/b><\/p>\n

If you would like to be a vendor, please contact Brother Rober’ Sanders @ 202-957-7982 or\u00a0rsand429@aol.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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65th Annual Mardi Gras Ball Recap Video<\/h2>\n

https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=x04HfxEAua0<\/p>\n

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The Mardi Gras Committee understands that while fundraising is an important function of the Mardi Gras Ball, it is not the event\u2019s only purpose.\u00a0Mardi Gras represents a long history of perseverance, progress, good times for Brothers and their families, and Friendships revisited.\u00a0It is the Committee\u2019s goal to preserve this legacy and continue in this tradition.\u00a0At the end of the night, we want to reflectively and with great satisfaction say, \u201cA good time was had by all!\u201d<\/p>\n

Yours in Friendship,<\/p>\n

Nathan L. Hunter<\/p>\n

Chairman of the Board of Directors<\/p>\n

Alpha Omega Social Action & Scholarship Foundation<\/p>\n

Mardi Gras Committee Chairman<\/p>\n

Alpha Omega Chapter<\/p>\n

Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.<\/p>\n

AQMardiGrasChair@gmail.com<\/a><\/p>\n

740-498-1911<\/p>\n

www.AlphaOmegaMardiGras.org<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[7,6],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-featured-news","category-news"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/alphaomegachapter.masaiinteractive.net\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/alphaomegachapter.masaiinteractive.net\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/alphaomegachapter.masaiinteractive.net\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/alphaomegachapter.masaiinteractive.net\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/alphaomegachapter.masaiinteractive.net\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/alphaomegachapter.masaiinteractive.net\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":60,"href":"https:\/\/alphaomegachapter.masaiinteractive.net\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1\/revisions\/60"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/alphaomegachapter.masaiinteractive.net\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/alphaomegachapter.masaiinteractive.net\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/alphaomegachapter.masaiinteractive.net\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}