Celebrate the Luck of the Irish, Jam to Jewish Rock and Delight in Maple Syrup Fun

They say that everyone has a bit ‘o the Irish in them on St. Patty’s Day, so dig out the green this weekend. Although a scent of spring will be in the air, mud galore is guaranteed--so plan accordingly!  Here’s a hodgepodge of things the kids might enjoy this weekend:

• Irish Concert with the McLean Ave. Band
Where/When:  Friday, March 11 at the Montessori Academy, 160 Woodlawn Ave, Yonkers from 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Why Go:  Kids can enjoy Irish music and marvel at the Irish Dancers from the Lynn Academy of Irish Concert, and maybe dance a jig themselves.
Pricing:  Free.

• St. Patrick’s Day Parade  
Where/When: Sunday, March 13 3 p.m. in Eastchester, beginning at the steps of Immaculate Conception Church in Tuckahoe.  Or, in White Plains at 12 p.m. on Mamaroneck Avenue.
Why Go:  Bagpipes, Irish Dancers, and a balmy afternoon-need I say more?
Pricing: Free! (you’ll have to price out the "Kiss Me, I’m Irish" shirt on your own).

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Where/When: Saturday, March 12 at 8 p.m. at the Paramount.
Why Go:  Nelson’s “high octane” Jewish rock will thrill and inspire your teens, and you’ll own the title of “coolest mom.” Listen here.
Pricing: $35 - $45.  Buy tickets.

Where/When: Saturday, March 12 at 10:30 am at the.
Why Go: has planned a project to inspire your kids for the spring days to come.  
Pricing: Free


Where/When: Sunday, March 13 at 12:30 p.m. at Lola’s Tea House in Pelham.
Why Go: Girls will delight in the simple pleasures of a tea party and the reading of the book Purpilicious.  Enjoy arts and crafts, a lunch of blueberry scones or PB&J, fruit salad, and sweet nothings.
Pricing: $22.  Reserve your spot at 914-738-2100.

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Where/When: Saturday, March 12 and Sunday, March 13 at 12 p.m. at the.
Why Go: This animated film offers a strong female heroine to please girls, and plenty of action to please boys. Heroic Princess Mononoke leads her clan in Medieval Japan against the forces of nature.
Pricing: $1 children, $11 adults; members, $6.  Buy tickets here.


Where/When:  Sunday, March 13 from 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. at the Greenburgh Nature Center.
Why Go: Learn about syrup from tree to sap, enjoy fun Native American and Colonial activities, dance to live music, and eat yummy maple candy and ice cream.  Best news:  this weekend’s forecast rocks!
Pricing: $6 members, $10 non-members at door.  Pre-register by calling 914-723-3470 and receive a $2 discount!


Where/When: Sunday, March 13 from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. at Manhattanville College.
Why Go: If you haven’t signed the kids up for their summer camps, you better get crackin’!  Soundview offers summer programs to teach kids skills, sportsmanship, and fun in every sport you can imagine.
Pricing: Free.

The date of the Eastchester parade has been changed from Marcg 12 to March 13.