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MARCH 14

The Goose's Acre Bistro & Irish Pub
21 Waterway Ave., suite 140, 281-466-1502
www.thegoosesacre.com

The Goose's Acre holds its Irish Whiskey Dinner starting at 6:30 p.m., with a presentation by a "fine Irish gent" and a special meal paired with Jameson Irish whiskey. The cost is $50 per person, and reservations are suggested.

MARCH 15

The Goose's Acre Bistro & Irish Pub
21 Waterway Ave., suite 140, 281-466-1502
www.thegoosesacre.com

This Tuesday is Irish Game Show Night. It starts at 9 p.m., and prizes will be given to those in first, second and third place.

MARCH 16

The Goose's Acre Bistro & Irish Pub
21 Waterway Ave., suite 140, 281-466-1502
www.thegoosesacre.com

There will be a trivia contest beginning at 8 p.m. Test your knowledge of the Irish for a chance to win one of the prizes awarded for first, second and third place.

Griff's Shenanigans Café & Bar
3416 Roseland St., 713-528-9912
www.griffshouston.net

Compete in the second annual St. Patrick's Day Cornhole Tournament under the tent at Griff's for prizes and fun.

Lucky's Pub
801 St. Emanuel, 713-522-2010
www.luckyspub.com

Get into the mood with Leprechaun Beer Night, complete with 50-cent small-ass green beers.

MARCH 17

Houston Press Ballyhoo Bash
House of Blues
1204 Caroline
888-402-5837

houseofblues.com/houston

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day at Houston Press Ballyhoo Bash on Thursday, March 17, in the Bronze Peacock Room at House of Blues. RSVP to the Foundation Room Concierge at kimmurray@livenation for admission. Ticket also includes access to the "Members Only" Foundation Room. Free.

Celebrate St. Paddy's with live music, green beer and giveaways at St. Paddy's at the Creeks. This event will be held at all four cafes in the Creek Group. Entry is free, and the celebration will be an all-day affair, from 10 a.m. to 2 a.m.:

Canyon Creek
6603 Westcott, 713-864-5885
www.canyoncreekcafe.com

Cedar Creek
1034 W. 20th St., 713-808-9623
www.cedarcreek.squarespace.com

Dry Creek
544 Yale, 713-426-2313
www.drycreekcafe.com

Onion Creek
3106 White Oak, 713-880-0706
www.onioncreekcafe.com

Continental Club
3700 Main, 713-529-9666
www.continentalclub.com/Houston.html

The Club will have its St. Patrick's Day Blowout with The Blaggards, Come See My Dead Person and the Allen Oldies Band.

The Goose's Acre Bistro & Irish Pub
21 Waterway Ave., suite 140, 281-466-1502
www.thegoosesacre.com

After a week of build-up, St. Patrick's Day at The Goose's Acre will not disappoint. Doors open at 8 a.m., with breakfast served until 11 a.m., and lunch and dinner after that through 1 a.m. There will be plenty of green beer and entertainment from bagpipers and Irish dancers. Live music will run 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. After 5 p.m., 21 and older only.

Griff's Shenanigans Cafe & Bar
3416 Roseland St., 713-528-9912
www.griffshouston.net

The 46th Annual St. Patrick's Day Festival at Griff's will last all day and night, and include music, beer and companionship.

Lucky's Pub
801 St. Emanuel, 713-522-2010
www.luckyspub.com

Come St. Paddy's Day, Lucky's will be fully decked out with leprechauns, bagpipers and green beer. Breakfast begins at 6 a.m., followed closely by bar service beginning at 7 a.m. 94.5 The Buzz will be broadcasting live, and visitors will enjoy entertainment from ten bands and four DJs.