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Arts & Entertainment

St. Patty's Fun Highlights the Weekend

Isn't everyone a wee bit Irish this time of year?

ST. PATRICK'S DAY CELEBRATION

  • Where/When: Dublin Civic Center, 100 Civic Plaza; March 12 and 13, 10 a.m. to  5 p.m.
  • Why Go: This two day outdoor festival includes authentic music and dance, an Irish Tea Cottage, over 150 arts & crafts and vendor booth displays, two stages of entertainment, carnival rides, food & drink and fun for everyone.
  • Price:  Free
WINE TASTING 101 - ITALY UNCORKED
  • Where: , Sequoia Room; March 11, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
  • Why Go: Take a wine tour though a few regions of Italy:  Tuscany , Piedmont, Southern Italy and the Veneto. This class lets you discover the best Italy has to offer without the jetlag. The class includes wine and food tasting.
  • Price: $40
LIVE AT THE ORINDA
  • Where: ; March 117 p.m.–10 p.m.
  • Why Go: Lovers of laughter will enjoy a champagne-filled night of comedy at the landmark Orinda Theatre, presented by The Orinda Chamber of Commerce to support local non-profit groups. Featured comedians will be Ed Tracey, Dan St. Paul, Vic Dunlop, G. King, John Fox, and Denny Johnston – all highly acclaimed masters of comedy.
  • Price: $30 advance purchase; $35 at the event
LAMPLIGHTERS PRESENT TRIAL BY JURY AND ENGAGED
  • Where: , Hoffman Theatre; March 11, 8:00pm
  • Why Go: The show begins with Trial by Jury, a musical comedy about a jilted bride suing her would-be groom. Next is Engaged, a comedy about a man who is engaged to three women. 
  • Price: $43
ST. PATRICK'S DAY DINNER DANCE
  • Where: ; March 11, 6 p.m.
  • Why Go: The Community Youth Center of Concord holds its St. Patrick's Day Dinner Dance fundraiser at the Blackhawk Museum.
  • Price: $75
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