magichat: Heavyfest II photos from last weekend are now up! Check 'em out: http://t.co/yXvv4J5K #btv #vt @BigHeavyWorld


As we gear up for the 17th annual Magic Hat Mardi Gras Parade, local groups and businesses are being encouraged to raise some extra loot for the Mardi Gras Weekend beneficiary, HOPE Works (formerly the Women's Rape Crisis Center). The business or group that raises the most money before March 5th wins a ski trip for 10 people including ski-in, ski-out accommodations for 2 days at Smugglers' Notch. We humbly ask for your help in supporting this amazing organization by donating money either directly or through the Great Gras Contest. For info on how to sign up and some quick ideas on how you can raise some cash, visit the HOPE Works Mardi Gras Fundraising site and get in on the contest!