SAINT PATRICK’S EVENTS
Wednesday, March 15
St. Patrick’s Day Celebration. Irish music by Ken Purcell and Kristin Neel. Irish coffee and cookies. 2 to 3 p.m. R.S.V.P. to Megan by March 8; call 610-492-7077. Traditions of Hanover, 5200 Northgate Dr.
Thursday, March 16 to Saturday, March 18
Second annual Sláinte festival. Music and traditions of the Emerald Isle. Bands from Ireland, Scotland, the Lehigh Valley and beyond; traditional food; whiskey pairings supervised by Neville Gardner and his team at Red Stag. Information; tickets to various events: visit www.steelstacks.org/festivals/slainte/
Saturday, March 18
SouthSide Celebrations: 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Irish step dancing, live music, bands, food, activities and fun. For schedules, visit @southsideartsdistrict on Facebook and Instagram and @arts_southside on Twitter.
ArtsQuest’s second annual Sláinte Fiddle Competition. Two categories: 13 years and under; 14 to 18 years old. Each entrant has up to six minutes each to play Celtic origin tunes of their choice. The musician may bring an accompanist. 11a.m. to 1 p.m. The registration cost includes one Saturday festival pass. To register, visit https://fest.formstack.com/forms/slaintefiddlecomp23
Sunday, April 30 (Reservation deadline: April 10)
Celtic Tea Party includes three courses with tea, sandwiches and dessert and Celtic music. Tea tasting tables and a mimosa station with sparkling apple cider available at an additional cost. Fancy hat contest during the event; win a brunch for two at the hotel. 10 persons per table. Tea party attire requested. 1 to 3 p.m. Historic Hotel Bethlehem, 437 Main St. Visit https://celticfest.org/celtic-tea-party/ for tickets and information.
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