Luck of the Irish spreads to El Dorado
If you’re looking for something to do tonight, check out the St. Patrick’s Day Celebration on the empty parking lot behind the Corner Cafe, also known as Oil Heritage Park, at Jefferson and Cedar streets downtown.
According to a news release, “There will be activities for kids of all ages throughout the day including an authentic bagpipe player who will be performing downtown all afternoon. Visitors are welcome to check out all of the unique shops and restaurants located downtown for special St. Patrick’s Day surprises.”
The Rock-Paper-Scissors Championship will begin at 5 p.m. El Dorado resident Charley Hankins won last year’s event.
The winner Saturday will take home $200 plus other gifts.
At 7 p.m. you can catch a free concert with Dave Almond with his unique blend of Americana music. The trio Pail was scheduled to play after that, but the group’s drummer, Chad Morris, had pneumonia so the band had to cancel. Fortunately, the group Hamilton Stone has agreed to step in and play Saturday night. If you have any energy left after the St. Patrick’s Day party, the Corner Cafe will host a St. Patrick’s Day Jam starting around 9 p.m. tonight.
And don’t forget the green beer. Happy St. Patty’s Day!
I’ll be over at the Rialto Theater with the paranormal group looking for spooks. — John Worthen.