Our Lady Queen of Martyrs School

Children's Ball: Costume parade and contest with prizes awarded for best costume and most original costumes, for boys and girls ages 1-6 and 7-12. A Mardi Gras King and Queen will also be crowned. Sat Feb. 7 1:30 pm.

Adults’ Mardi Gras Ball, CYO Center, 53 Federal St., Woonsocket. 762-9072. Music by Slippery Sneakers and J.J. Caillier & the Zydeco Knockout Band of Louisiana. Cajun buffet. Sat Feb. 7 6:30-midnight. $25 advance, $30 door; includes buffet.