No matter how you spell it (Fastnacht, Faschnacht, Fasnacht, Shrove Tuesday, Fat Tuesday, Mardi Gras, etc.), the pre-Lenten festival originated in the southern German regions of Europe, including Austria and Switzerland. Here on South Bass Island, Mother of Sorrows Catholic Church creates a memorable event for the whole community. Mark your calendar for Tuesday, 7 pm, 4 March 2014.
