This year’s theme for the Krewe of Excellence Mardi Gras festivities is “Masquerading on the Cane.” The Krewe held a coronation ceremony to crown and formally present its 2017 court members June 26 at Calvin Sr. and Peggy Braxton’s home on Cane River. Over a dozen parties and events will be held for the court and Krewe members prior to the ball, set for Feb. 4 at the Events Center.