This time of year, people in Maine are always itching for a celebration. Something that says we've emerged from the icy grip of winter and are barreling headlong into a Maine springtime. Well, with the forecast predicting highs in the upper 40's for this weekend, I've got a plan where you can have fun, enjoy the warmth, and soak up some sunshine! How about joining me in Bath, Maine for a little March Madness? March "Irish" Madness that is!
This year brings us the first ever Saint Patrick's Day Weekend Celebration! The festivities include a 
Saturday parade, Irish music, children's coloring contest, free trolley rides and more!
The celebration kicks off Friday evening with the Moonlight Madness Sale! As the moon rises over the Kennebec River, local merchants will be holding incredible sales, and in some cases, discounts will increase as each hour passes. So for the best deals, make sure you hit Cafe Creme first and get plenty of caffeine! That way you'll be alert when they drop the prices!
As you walk through downtown Bath enjoying the festivities, don't forget to look up! You won't want to miss the banners lining Front St! Colorful canvas banners created by local artists, all following the theme of "Enjoying Bath in 80 Ways". Taking place for the 5th year in a row, this event has brought light to the numerous talented artists that inhabit our great city!
I do hope that if you're in the area you can take part in the festivities! The schedule is as follows:
Friday, March 13
- 5-6 pm Banners Over Bath artist's reception at City Hall
- 6-9 pm Friday evening retail event, "Moonlight Madness Sale" Participants and details will be published in the The Times Record and Coastal Journal on Wednesday, March 11.
- 6-9 pm Musicians in the street (weather permitting)
- 9 pm Live Irish music at Byrnes' Irish Pub
- 9 pm-12 midnight "Seize the Mike" Karaoke contest at the Bounty Restaurant -$5 entry fee
Saturday March 14
- 11 am St. Patrick's Day Parade beginning at St. Mary's Churchon Lincoln Street, continuing to Front and Centre downtown, and ending at Library Park Gazebo with an "Irish Blessing"
- Free Admission to Bath Area YMCA for those wearing green
- 9 pm Live Irish music at Byrnes' Irish Pub
If you'd like more information on the St. Patrick's Day Celebration, contact The Hershey Home Team!
If you'd like to watch the parade from your own front yard, contact The Hershey Home Team!
Make sure you look for me....I'll be the one wearing green! :)
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