By Steffen Klenk
It’s St. Patrick’s Day weekend and we’re seeing green across South Jersey. Get ready for an array of exciting festivities, including college hoops, headliner concerts and Irish-inspired festivities, along with a special event celebrating the renowned poet/author Edgar Allan Poe.
What: Brigantine Saint Patrick’s Day Parade
Where: Eighth St. South to 32nd St.
When: Saturday, March 15
Time: 1 p.m.
Website: www.brigantinechamber.com
Shake the shamrock and join the Brigantine Chamber of Commerce for this annual event. Local groups, area businesses and magnificent floats lead the procession. Plus, enjoy a plethora of activities and giveaways at select businesses all weekend.
What: St. Patrick’s Day Weekend Celebration
Where: Josie Kelly’s Public House
When: Friday, March 14-Sunday, March 16
Time: 8-11 p.m.
Website: www.josiekellys.com
Irish eyes will be smiling at Josie Kelly’s all weekend long. Stop by for traditional Irish fare, along with an array of Irish drinks and proper pints to celebrate the holiday. There will be special appearances from your favorite bartenders and servers, along with top class entertainment. No reservations required. Seating is limited and first come, first served.
What: MAAC Men’s and Women’s Basketball Championships
Where: Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall
When: Now-Saturday, March 15
Website: www.boardwalkhall.com
March Madness arrives in Atlantic City as the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference welcomes more than a dozen basketball programs from across the country for the MAAC Basketball Tournament. Witness a thrilling week of matchups as elite student-athletes compete for the opportunity to compete at the NCAA Tournament.
Who: Burton Cummings of The Guess Who
Where: Ocean Casino Resort
When: Friday, March 14
Time: 9 p.m.
Website: www.theoceanac.com
As lead singer and songwriter of The Guess Who, Burton has recorded and written such hits as “These Eyes,” “Laughing,” “No Time” and “American Woman.” He has earned recognition for the first U.S. platinum album by a Canadian artist and solo artist.
Who: Alton Brown Live
Where: Caesars
When: Saturday, March 15
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Website: www.caesars.com/caesars-ac
Known as the Mad Scientist of the Kitchen, Alton Brown has been serving dishes for over two decades on his Food Network TV show “Good Eats.” Food lovers will enjoy an evening of comedy, science, music, mayhem and audience interactions.
What: St. Patrick’s Day Celebration
Where: Resorts Atlantic City
When: Monday, March 17
Time: 4 p.m.
Website: www.resortsac.com
Resorts invites guests to their free St. Patrick’s Day event, with beads for all and bagpipers. The Mad Bunny Bar will host Trivia Night with DJ Proud, along with food and drink specials property-wide from Resorts’ restaurants and bars.
What: Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy
Where: Anchor Rock Club
When: Thursday, March 20
Time: 6 p.m., 8 p.m. and 10 p.m.
Website: www.anchorrockclub.com
Step back in time and immerse yourself in the dark and mysterious world of Edgar Allan Poe. This unique and chilling cocktail experience brings four of his stories off the pages and onto the stage as told by historians, while pairing each of his stories with four classic cocktails. Tickets remain available for the 10 p.m. show.
Steffen Klenk is a photographer and multimedia journalist who enjoys capturing the eclectic moments of shore life. You may contact Steffen at shorelocalsteffen@gmail.com.
