Memphis Convalescent Center celebrates Mardi Gras Memphis Convalescent Center celebrates Mardi Gras Memphis Convalescent Center celebrates Mardi Gras Memphis Convalescent Center residents, sporting masquerade masks and colorful beads, celebrate Mardi Gras, also known as Fat Tuesday, the final day of Shrovetide before Ash Wednesday, Tuesday, Feb. 13. ... To access content, please login or purchase a subscription.