It's Time To Firm Up Your Weekend Plans

It’s Thursday already, and you still have no idea what you’ll do for the weekend.

Patch is coming to the rescue again.  We’ve got the best bets for your done-work/school-outta-here time.  Check our picks for the activities to hit and some great restaurant deals for St. Patrick’s Day weekend.

1. IRISH STORYTELLING

Where/When: , 4422 Walbert Avenue, Allentown; Thursday, 7 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Why Go:  Juilene Osborne-McKnight, author of Songs of Ireland, Bright Sword of Ireland, Daughter of Ireland, and I Am of Irelaunde, will share tales of the Emerald Isle, answer questions and sell and sign copies of her books.

Pricing:  Free.  Register by calling 610-398-1361 x13.

2. ST. PATTY’S DAY FARE 

Where/When: 2141 Packhouse Road, Fogelsville; Thursday – Saturday, 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Why Go:  Favorites such as Corned Beef, Irish Soda Bread and Shepherd’s Pie will be available a la carte Thursday and Friday. Enjoy prix fixe special Saturday.

Pricing: $8 - $55

3. ST. PATRICK’S WEEKEND

Where/When: , 6616 Ruppsville Road, Allentown; Thursday – Sunday

Why Go:  The entire weekend will be dedicated to St. Patrick’s Day, with food and drink specials, entertainment and more.

Pricing: Music is free; food varies.

4. ANNUAL SPRING COLORS FESTIVAL 

Where/When:  Parkland High School, 2700 N. Cedar Crest Boulevard, Allentown; Saturday, 1:30 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Why Go: Geared towards elementary and middle school students in the school district, this fun-filled festival utilizes music, dance, food, arts and crafts and athletics to promote multicultural acceptance.

Pricing: Free

5. MOVIE NIGHT

Where/When: , 9990 Ziegels Church Road, Breinigsville; Saturday, 5 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Why Go: Children age 3 through sixth-grade students can watch the movie UP and enjoy a meal.

Pricing: Free, but donations of popcorn, chicken nuggets and tater tots are requested. Register by contacting Lori1962@verizon.net