Urban Options (405 Grove St East Lansing, MI)

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A weekly open jam for acoustic musicians. We play a lot of old time, some Irish and contra - but hey, teach us your tunes! All skill levels welcome - a great place to gain experience playing nicely with others or to swap tunes. Just show up any time after 7:30! Free.

State Theatre (913 Washington Avenue Bay City, MI)

Contact: (989) 892-2660 info@statetheatrebaycity.com

From the Great Wall of China to packed auditoriums in the Holy Land and more recently being the first Irish band to perform at the greatest music festival in the world, 'Rock in Rio' on front of an estimate audience of two hundred and forty thousand people, Dervish have come a long way in seventeen years. Formed in 1989 by a group of five musicians, Liam Kelly, Shane Mitchell, Martin Mc Ginley, Brian Mc Donagh and Michael Holmes. See this great act at the historic State Theatre in Bay City! $ 15 Adults, $ 5 Students (18 & Under)

Fricano's Muskegon Lake (1050 West Western Avenue Muskegon, MI)

Contact: 231.739.2028

The Michigan Irish Music Festival will be holding the annual St. Patrick's Party again this year! March 12 & 13 (Friday & Saturday) doors open at 5pm and the party will continue until Midnight on both nights. Friday The Waxies will perform and on Saturday, you can party with the sounds of Fonn Mor! We'll have an outstanding Silent Auction on both nights, with raffles, Irish dancers, McGovern's Famous Corned Beef & Potato Soup PLUS you'll be able to get Fricano's Pizza too! For complete details on how you can buy single day tickets or the WEEKEND PASS for only $20, go to www.michiganirish.org

Grand Ledge Opera House (121 South Bridge Street Grand Ledge, MI)

Contact: info@glstpats.org

Come enjoy Traditional Irish Dancing, the Glen Erin Bagpipe band, and sing along and dance to some great Irish music. Donations will be accepted for admission and Irish Beverages will be available for sale. Roaming bagpipers will be in town for your enjoyment. Local Merchants will be open for you to shop and experience the great Irish decorations Donations to attend on Friday Night, see website for further details.

Grand Rapids Children's Museum (11 Sheldon NE Grand Rapids, MI)

Contact: 616-891-1690 fjwill@altelco.net

An Dro will perform at "Kids at Heart", a fundraiser for the Grand Rapids Children's Museum. This years theme is a St. Patrick's Day Celebration. For more information on the event go to the Grand Rapids Children's Museum webpage.

Foundry Hall (422 Eagle Street South Haven, MI)

Contact: 269.637.1041 info@foundryhall.com

Enjoy an evening of singing, dancing, children's activities, crafts and face painting - something for everyone in your family! Delicious appetizers, refreshments, and cash bar. You don't want to miss this annual event! All proceeds benefit South Haven Center for the Arts. Tickets include food and non-alcoholic beverages. Adults $15, Kids 11-17 $7.50, Kids under 10 free. Get tickets at South Haven Center for the Arts (269.637.1041), or at the door after 6:30 pm.

Wealthy Theatre Annex (1130 Wealthy Street Southeast Grand Rapids, MI)

Contact: 616 949-8374 International@grfolkarts.org

The Grand Rapids Folk Arts Society has a regular International Folk Dance, the 2nd Friday of each month. Visit a dozen countries or more in a single evening !!! We teach beginning-level dances from Israel, Bosnia, France, Mexico, Japan, South Africa, Bolivia, Germany,Ghana, Turkey, Sweden, China, and many other countries. No partner necessary. Cost: $5.

Grand Rapids Children's Museum (22 Sheldon Avenue NE Grand Rapids, MI)

Contact: 616-235-4726 x 101 cplace@grcm.org

Hors d'oeuvres, Strolling Dinner, Cash Bar, Silent Auction, Raffle, Dancing, and Live entertainment by West Michigan's finest Celtic/World Beat group, "An Dro." Complimentary valet parking, casual attire and a great cause! $75 per person, with group discounts for 10 or more people.

Thousand Oaks Golf Club (4100 Thousand Oaks Northeast Grand Rapids, MI)

Contact: 616.447.7750 chris@togc.net

Dust off your Irish Kilts Lassies & Laddies and mark your calendars for the BEST pre-St Patrick's Day celebration in West Michigan! Irish Beers, Live Entertainment, and Food. Music by Craic Wisely, with opening act String Cheese.

Dennos Museum Center at Northwestern Michigan College (1701 E. Front St. Traverse City, MI)

Contact: 231.995.1055 miIrish.com@gmail.com

Hailing from County Sligo, Ireland's award-winning Celtic band Dervish combines the charismatic stage presence and vocals of Cathy Jordan with the dazzling virtuosity of instrumentalists Tom Morrow on fiddle, Liam Kelly on flute, Shane Mitchell on accordion and the solid rhythm playing of Brian McDonagh and Michael Holmes. Voted Best Traditional/ Folk Group by Ireland's premier music magazine Hot Press. Be sure and catch this great act at the Milliken Auditorium, Dennos Museum Center. $25 advance, $28 door, $22 members;

Plymouth Coffee Bean Inc (884 Penniman Avenue Plymouth, MI)

Contact: 734 454 0178 plymouthcoffeebean@gmail.com

A Spotlight on Female Performers Featuring: JENI LEE RICHEY, KARI HOLMES and KAYLAN WATERMAN

Pittsfield Union Grange (3337 Ann Arbor-Saline Rd Ann Arbor, MI)

Contact: 248-288-4737 ffuerst@juno.com

Kathy Anderson (Dayton OH) leads, music by Atossa Kramer (Berea KY), Susie Lorand & Steve Schneider. For experienced English dancers ready for difficult dances. $10

Dennos Museum Center at Northwestern Michigan College (1701 E. Front St. Traverse City, MI)

Contact: 231.995.1055 miIrish.com@gmail.com

Hailing from County Sligo, Ireland's award-winning Celtic band Dervish combines the charismatic stage presence and vocals of Cathy Jordan with the dazzling virtuosity of instrumentalists Tom Morrow on fiddle, Liam Kelly on flute, Shane Mitchell on accordion and the solid rhythm playing of Brian McDonagh and Michael Holmes. Voted Best Traditional/ Folk Group by Ireland's premier music magazine Hot Press. Be sure and catch this great act at the Milliken Auditorium, Dennos Museum Center. $25 advance, $28 door, $22 members;

Unitarian Universalist Church (855 Grove Street East Lansing, MI)

Contact: 517-862-0416 info@tenpoundfiddle.org

As friends of the late Utah Philips, both Mark Dvorak and Ed Trickett have tales to tell and songs to sing about the folk legend. From their Chicagoland homes, Dvorak and Trickett have gathered these pieces and shaped them into what will be an evening full of songs and stories involving union meetings, strike breakers, scabs, freight hoppers, moonshine, policemen, politicians, and many other very colorful characters as the art of telling or singing a good story was one of Utah's finest skills. Gate opens at 7 pm; doors open at 7:30 pm. General admission seating. Tickets: $15/ $12 Fiddle members/ $5. Students. Tickets available on line or at the door.

THE OAKLAND ARTS CENTER (7 North Saginaw Pontiac, MI)

Contact: 248-674-4610 homestmusic@aol.com

Songwriter Showcase featuring Dan Hazlett. Sharing the Stage with Art Wojtowicz $5.00

Park between the church and gym and enter from there. (22111 Woodward Ave Ferndale, Michigan)

Contact: detroitfolkdancing@comcast.net

First 45-60 minutes: walk-throughs of every dance, and 0-2 teachings of dances. Remainder of the evening is continuous music for folk dancing. Light refreshments: juice/pop, chips, fruit, sweets. Membership costs $20 and is calendar year Sept - Aug, besides $1 off adm., members can participate in decision making. Every Friday Open to the public $7 non-members $6 members

MSU Community Music School (841-B Timberlane East Lansing, MI)

Contact: (517) 355-7661

The School of Rock at MSU Community Music School is for middle and high school students who have some experience on guitar, bass, keyboard, drums and vocals. Students will work with members of The Outer Vibe to improve technique and learn more about creating, performing in, and promoting their own rock bands. Those who play instruments other than those above, or those with limited experience, should contact CMS. $60, with pizza lunch included.

Downtown Grand Rapids (Monroe Center, NW Grand Rapids, MI)

Contact: 616-363-8257 wmdoyle@earthlink.net

The Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade in Downtown Grand Rapids is brought to you by the Ancient Order of Hibernians and will feature the theme "A Walk of Faith" for 2010. See Bands, Floats, and other entries celebrating "all things Irish." Always a family favorite! Parade runs East, SE on Monroe Center at 11:00AM This is a FREE event for the whole family! Sponsorships and parade entries still available, see website for details!

Downtown, Grand Ledge

Contact: info@glstpats.org

Visit the website for complete details of this day long celebration, including an Irish Stew Cook-Off, Free Movie, PARADE, Irish Dancers, Bag Pipers, Music and Pub Crawl! Something for everyone at this family fun day in Downtown Grand Ledge Michigan. See Website for complete details of all events Some events free, others require entry fees, visit website for complete details.

Downtown

Contact: 269-372-7332 margarets74@gmail.com

Bring out the whole family for the Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade in Downtown Kalamazoo! Put on by the Irish American Club of Kalamazoo, this event is a great way to show your Irish Pride! New for 2010, see "Liam the extra large Leprechaun," mascot of the Kalamazoo Irish Fest. Ending time is approximate, Come early for best viewing locations!

Curragh Irish Pub (73 East 8th Street Holland, MI)

Contact: (616) 393-6340 info@CurraghHolland.com

11am Kennedy's Kitchen Noon Holland St. Patrick's Day Parade 1pm Fonn Mohr 4pm Salthill Mines (part 1) 8pm Salthill Mines (part 2) 11pm The Green Room. Bands all day!

Colasanti's Produce & Plants (468 South Milford Road Highland, MI)

Contact: info@robertmarr.com

One Saturday a month I set up next to the olives and play tunes for 4 hours. Don't worry. If you need to get something out of the olive cart I'm blocking, I'll take an "olive break".

Curragh Irish Pub (73 East 8th Street Holland, MI)

Contact: 616 393 6340 info@CurraghHolland.com

Regulars at this Holland MI Pub will recognize this fabulous Celtic band... they are regulars at The Curragh. The only difference will be the addition of Irish born vocalist Simone Keenan, who recently joined this talent heavy band. Enjoy the St. Pat's pre-party atmosphere, and look for Fonn Mor to return again on the holiday itself!

Quinn & Tuites Irish Pub (1535 Plainfield Avenue Northeast Grand Rapids, MI)

Contact: (616) 363-8380

Four great acts at Grand Rapid's most authentic Irish Pub! See the CONKLIN CEILI BAND, FIVE LEAF CLOVER, THE TOSSPINTS and THE WAXIES! (in order of appearance!) Special promotions during the day and evening! Celebrate the coming of the high Holiday! Party begins right after the parade and runs till closing! Come early for the best seats, and stay late!

Twin Lakes Gilbert Lodge (6800 N. Long Lake Rd. Traverse City, MI)

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2 dances in one day. An afternoon dance for those with some contra-dance experience and an evening dance for all. No partner needed for either dance. Lisa Joy Ornstein from Chicago will be calling. Live music will be provided by Schryer/O'Gorman/Lefebvre clan from Canada, otherwise known as the O'SCHRAVES 2-5 p.m. Dance for those with some experience. Need to know the basics. 7 p.m. Basics Workshop for beginners 8-11 p.m. Contra-dance for all levels 2-5 Dance for those with some contra-dance experience, 7-7:45 beginning workshop, 8-11 dance for all Afternoon Dance: Adult-$12, Student w. ID-$10, Member-$10 Evening Dance: Adult-$10, Student w. ID-$6, Members $8

Barnes & Noble Booksellers Rivertown Crossing (Rivertown Crossing, 3700 Rivertown Parkway Ste. 2058 Grandville, MI)

Contact: 616-534-1493 lmulder1969@hotmail.com

Come and enjoy Irish music for St. Patrick's Day without having to go to a bar. You will delight in the artistry of Lee Mulder as she breathes life into songs and stories of Ireland. Her fine voice and instrumentations have been enjoyed at festivals, pubs and other stages throughout the Great Lakes region. free

Oshtemo Grange (3234 N. 3rd St. Kalamazoo, MI)

Contact: 269-372-7613 michael.clark@wmich.edu

Caller: Kathy Anderson. Band: Debbie Jackson, Brad Battey, and Steve Schneider. This English dance is followed by a pot-luck supper (5:30 to 6:45), and a dance skills workshop (7:00 to 7:30), and a Contra and Square Dance (separate admission fee, 7:30 to 10:30). $4 for students, $5 for members, $7 for others.

Fricano's Muskegon Lake (1050 West Western Avenue Muskegon, MI)

Contact: 231.739.2028

The Michigan Irish Music Festival will be holding the annual St. Patrick's Party again this year! March 12 & 13 (Friday & Saturday) doors open at 5pm and the party will continue until Midnight on both nights. On Saturday, you can party with the sounds of Fonn Mor! We'll have an outstanding Silent Auction on both nights, with raffles, Irish dancers, McGovern's Famous Corned Beef & Potato Soup PLUS you'll be able to get Fricano's Pizza too! For complete details on how you can buy single day tickets or the WEEKEND PASS for only $20, go to www.michiganirish.org

White Crow Conservatory-Music (3736 Mackinaw Road Saginaw, MI)

Contact: (989) 790-2118 thewhitecrow@charterinternet.com

A great time will be had by all, INDEED! Share the evening with the music of Siusan O'Rourke and Zig Zeitler along with special guests EQUINOX! They will be serving food at 5pm. YES.. even the HOLY BREAD of BREADS... "that being the O'Rourke Soda Bread" We will have Music from 7pm on till we are sick of it!" The Party ends when its over!!! $15 Sorry, There are NO Discounts or Free passes for this evening as it is a SPECIAL EVENT with TWO BANDS performing tonight!

Falling Rock Cafe & Book Store (104 East Munising Avenue Munising, MI)

Contact: 906.387.3008 bquietmusic@acd.net

Back home in the UP at this cool cafe and bookstore!

White Crow Conservatory-Music (3736 Mackinaw Road Saginaw, MI)

Contact: (989) 790-2118 thewhitecrow@internetcharter.com

Siusan O'Rourke and Zig Zeitler perform traditional and original Irish music.Come early food served before the concert!!

The Sippin' Lizzard Coffee House (816 South Saginaw Street Flint, MI)

Contact: 810-309-3951

Please see our website for more information. Till 10

Riviera Theatre (50 North Main Street Three Rivers, MI)

Contact: 269-273-7909

Embarr was formed after a series of informal music workshops and recording sessions back in January of 2008, with a focus on both traditional and new interpretations of songs & ballads from Ireland, Scotland, and England. Band members Dan Bouwman (guitar, percussion, vocals) and Charlie Holleman (mandolin & vocals) have been playing together for several years. Ginny Gibbs, lead vocalist, came via the Irish Music School at the Augusta Heritage Center in Elkins, West Virginia Only $5

Foundry Hall (422 Eagle Street South Haven, MI)

Contact: 269.637.1041 info@foundryhall.com

Foundry Hall's monthly Blues Dinner series! Dinner, Drinks and Dancing featuring live entertainment by Tommy and the Case Band. This southwest Michigan multi-talented group features: Tommy Rusin on vocals, keyboard, and sax; Charles Fritsche on vocals and guitar; Al Giganti on vocals and bass guitar; Star Fritsche on vocals and percussion; and Ed Skjordal on vocals, drums, and guitar. With a fine blend of musical genres and many years of experience, T&TCB is guaranteed to get your feet moving. Doors open at 6:30 pm; 7 pm dinner seating, 7:30 pm show time. Dinner seating $25. General admission $10. Get tickets at South Haven Art Center, 800.838.3006, www.foundryhall.com, or at the door after 6:30 pm.

Oshtemo Grange (3234 N 3rd Street Kalamazoo, MI)

Contact: 269-372-7613 michael.clark@wmich.edu

Caller: Kathy Anderson. Band: Debbie Jackson, Brad Battey, and Steve Schneider. This contra and square dance is preceded by an afternoon English Country Dance (separate admission fee, 3:00 to 5:00), a pot-luck supper (5:30 to 6:45), and a dance skills workshop (7:00 to 7:30). $6 for students, $8 for members, $10 for others

Kirtland Center for the Performing Arts, Kirtland Community College (10775 N. St. Helen Road Roscommon, MI)

Contact: (989) 275-6777 kcpa@kirtland.edu

The Irish Times calls SLIDE (IRELAND) "traditional musicians with attitude" and credits the group with "bringing drawing room grandeur and high spirits together" with it's diverse songs , which range from soulful and sorrowful to contagiously energetic. Folk Roots Magazine proclaims, "There's plenty of action and flamboyance in Slides's music, " which merges "swagger with traditional expertise." Doors open at 7PM $24 & $22

Old Dog Tavern (402 East Kalamazoo Avenue Kalamazoo, MI)

Contact: 269-370-1283

Belfast Gin falls into a music category that we'd like to consider "Twisted Traditional." We are a seven-piece Celtic group with kit drum, electric and acoustic guitars, bass, viola, tin whistle/flute and vocals. A high energy Celtic group, Belfast Gin creates a unique sound to the Celtic genre with an emphasis on searing vocals and an almost classic rock feel. Bootleggers everywhere, it's time to make a run!!! $5 at the door

Comfy Couch Concerts/Newport Furnishings (52504 Grand River Ave. Wixom, MI)

Contact: (248) 910-4941 stevenjohnson@michiganfolklive.com

Jan Krist and Jim Bizer hail from Detroit, justly famous as Motown, but home to myriad musical influences. They met and made music together while still in their teens. On their own they have each garnered acclaim as songwriters and performers. As members of the Yellow Room Gang, Jim & Jan add another dimension to their diverse musical spectrum. Intricately layered instrumental parts and stunning vocal harmonies are just part of the magic. Concert at 8pm Doors open at 7pm for reserved tickets $15.00 Adult $10.00 Student 8-18

Webster Church Community Building, diagonally across the street from the ch (Webster Church & Farrell Rds., Northwest corner Dexter, MI)

Contact: 734 408-1829 don.theyken@gmail.com

Sharon Hollow Stringband & Don Theyken present a contra dance with live music, open to all, beginners welcome, no partner needed. Wear comfortable shoes & clothing, like you were going for a walk. $8.00

Wealthy Theatre Annex (1110 Wealthy SE Grand Rapids, MI)

Contact: 616 307 0883 Promotions@grfolkarts.org

Wood's Tea Company performs bluegrass, Celtic tunes, sea chanties, and folk songs with an equal ease and skill. In concert, the Vermont-based group draws on a wide variety of musical experience and expression. They employ as many as a dozen different instruments from banjos, bouzoukis and bodhrans, guitars and tin whistles. The Vermont based group tours the country offering a mixture of lively folk, Celtic music, sea shanties, bluegrass, and dry New England humor. $12 General, $10 Seniors & Students with student ID's two admissions for $10, $9 Members, $3 2-12 year olds

Harbor Springs Performing Arts Center (500 Spring Street Harbor Springs, MI)

Contact: 231-348-7047 miIrish.com@gmail.com

Hailing from County Sligo, Ireland's award-winning Celtic band Dervish combines the charismatic stage presence and vocals of Cathy Jordan with the dazzling virtuosity of instrumentalists Tom Morrow on fiddle, Liam Kelly on flute, Shane Mitchell on accordion and the solid rhythm playing of Brian McDonagh and Michael Holmes. Voted Best Traditional/ Folk Group by Ireland's premier music magazine Hot Press. For ticket information, contact the Blissfest Music Organization at 231-348-7047.

Plymouth Coffee Bean Inc (884 Penniman Avenue Plymouth, MI)

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A fun evening of Pop and Rock favorites as well as many original songs by the Ohio singer songwriter STEVE MULLAN.

Edmore, MI (526 West Main Street Edmore, MI)

Contact: (989) 427-0200 fjwill@altelco.net

An Dro is pleased to return to Lucky's to Celebrate St. Patrick's Day in style. They will be joined by special guest Michael Gunn who will preform the old songs and provide the ruckus on the highland pipes. Don't miss it.

Bennigan's Grill & Tavern (3303 Alpine Avenue Northwest Grand Rapids, MI)

Contact: (616) 785-7028

From foot-stomping Irish reels and jigs to backwoods Bluegrass and even a Cajun tune or two, KinFyre's high-energy sound is known to get an entire crowd on it's feet. Hailing from lands unkown, the members of KinFyre bring a diverse, multi-cultural experience to it's listeners. All excel on their acoustical instruments and a strong blend of voices make this one-of-a-kind group fun and entertaining. See them at Bennigan's while you enjoy the great atmosphere, menu items and Irish beverages! Come early and enjoy dinner too!

Grand Rapids Art Museum (101 Monroe Center Street Northwest Grand Rapids, MI)

Contact: 616-831-1000 pr@artmuseumgr.org

<b> The Red Cedar Trio </b> Joseph Lulloff, Saxophone Professor, Michigan State University <br> Yuri Grandelsmann, Viola Professor, Michigan State University <br> Deborah Moriarty, Piano Professor, Michigan State University <br>

Oshtemo Grange (3234 N 3rd Street Kalamazoo, MI)

Contact: 269-372-7613 michael.clark@wmich.edu

Caller: Kathy Anderson. Band: Debbie Jackson, Brad Battey, and Steve Schneider. No dance skills workshop before this dance. $6 for students, $8 for members, $10 for others

MSU Community Music School (841-B Timberlane East Lansing, MI)

Contact: (517) 355-7661 adarche@msu.edu

Students from various ensembles and classes of the Community Music School perform short selections in the all-school recital. The recital will take place at 3 p.m. at the MSU Community Music School in East Lansing.

Fricano's Muskegon Lake (1050 West Western Avenue Muskegon, MI)

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On Sunday we open at 4pm and will feature a return engagement of the band that stole the show at the FEST last September. SLIDE from Ireland will be here and this is a show you won't want to miss. Don't wait to purchase your tickets as there is a limited number available for the Sunday SLIDE Concert. Note The Earlier Start Time! $10 this day only, or included in your $25 three day pass. For complete details on how you can buy tickets or the WEEKEND PASS for only $20

Mary and Dan Postellon (3242 Brook Trails Dr SE Grand Rapids, Michigan)

Contact: (616) 246-6468 sundaysings@grfolkarts.org

Community singing is just getting together to share old or new songs informally, campfire style. We might do this from memory; we welcome new songs you bring, on paper or in your head; and we have copies of the book Rise Up Singing to borrow or buy. We generally meet on the second Sunday of the month. We begin at 5:00 PM with a potluck supper, then sing until 9;00 or so. Join the gathering for any portion or for the entire time. Newcomers are always welcome, Call Mary Postellon at (616) 246-6468 for details.

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Contact: 734-761-6874. for reservations

Siusan and Zig in studio on Folk It Radio with studio audience.

One Trick Pony Grill & Taproom (136 Fulton Street West Grand Rapids, MI)

Contact: 616-450-4557.

Hothouse Flowers live, a world-renowned band hailing from Ireland that combines traditional Irish music with influences from soul, gospel and rock. They made a name for itself during the late '80s and early '90s with a passionate, bombastic fusion of rock & roll combined with the root sounds of Irish folk, American gospel and soul. Hothouse Flowers has released 6 albums to date. Their latest release, Into the Heart, reaffirms and expands on the bands gut-level, passionate, soulful approach. Doors open at 5PM, Show at 7PM, Special Guest Ralston Bowles. $20, Available on-line. Advance Purchase and Dinner Reservations Highly Recommended.

McFaddens Restaurant-Saloon Downtown Grand Rapids (58 Ionia Avenue Southwest Grand Rapids, MI)

Contact: (616) 454-9105 lynchslair@gmail.com

Whether you are a musician, or an Irish Music fan, this session is as close to visiting an Irish Pub Session in Ireland, as you can get without flying to the Emerald Isle! Great menu, beer and drink specials, and toe-tapping traditional Irish Music. No tickets required! Go to the second floor, "Jameson Lounge!"

St. Mark's Episcopal Church (134 Division Avenue North Grand Rapids, MI)

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BoRC's weekly open rehearsals and auditions are held at St. Mark's Episcopal Church on Sundays from 7:30 to 9:00PM. Please e-mail us to receive any last-minute changes. Confirm time and location at 616-949-8374.

WLNZ (400 North Capitol Avenue Lansing, MI)

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Siusan O'Rourke and Zig Zeitler live on Coffee Break

Plymouth Coffee Bean Inc (884 Penniman Avenue Plymouth, MI)

Contact: 734 454 0178 plymouthcoffeebean@gmail.com

Music and Poetry Show!! All Ages, All Styles, All Levels of performers are welcome!! Fun show, in a unique and intimate listening room. Hosted by local musician Jeffree St.John (aka SugarSpell) </> 12-14 time slots available. 2 Songs or Poems each. Sign up is fIrst come first served. Names are submitted into a Jar, performance order is selected before show. Sign Up Begins @ 7pm, Show runs 7:15-10pm NO COVER CHARGE... but due to our limited seating we encourage a One Drink Minimum during all performances.

Gretchen's House Child Care Center (2625 Traver Road Ann Arbor, MI)

Contact: 734.395.7782 mwesselwalker@gmail.com

Learn Scottish Country Dancing in this six-week beginners' class. Learn the basics needed to join in on jigs, reels, and strathspeys--an introduction to a lifetime of fun! Families welcome. No partner necessary. The class costs $30 for the six-week session. Live music from fiddler Susie Lorand. Instruction by Dan Blim. $5 per week; $30 for six-week class

Leo Mahany Senior Community Center, 2 blocks north of 13 Mile Rd. between C (3500 Marais Ave Royal Oak, Michigan)

Contact: detroitfolkdancing@comcast.net

This class is for teaching, practice, and review. There is no set program or curriculum. Participants are generally more experienced dancers, but everyone is welcome and encouraged to come because the goal is to promote interest in folk dance by developing skills and knowledge. Admission is $3.

Foundry Hall (422 Eagle Street South Haven, MI)

Contact: 269.637.1041 info@foundryhall.com

The music of Trent Wagler and the Steel Wheels bridges the traditions of folk, bluegrass, and blues with the best of Americana today. Since 2004, Wagler has been delivering innovative acoustic roots music to audiences across the US and Europe. Featuring a blend of fiery barnstorming instrumentals such as "Elzic's Farewell", the Steel Wheels showcase Eric Brubaker's fiddle, Brian Dickel on the bass, and the smooth mandolin and guitar of Jay Lapp (also of the Goldmine Pickers). Doors open at 6:30 pm. General admission $7, $5 advance. Get tickets at South Haven Art Center, 800.838.3006, www.foundryhall.com or at the door after 6:30 pm.

Edgewood United Church (469 North Hagadorn Road East Lansing, MI)

Contact: 517.381.1321 singing@fasolamichigan.org

We sing for our enjoyment, not for performance, in a non-worship setting, from "The Sacred harp," an old traditional shape note hymnal, in continuous publication since 1844. This style of singing is an old tradition, once used primarily in rural southern churches, but now found around the globe, featuring wonderful harmonies and poetry. This style of singing can be seen in the film "Cold Mountain" and features discordant harmonies and open fifths, with each part having its own unique melody. (1st and 3rd Tuesdays)

Chapel Hill Condominium Clubhouse (3350 Green Road Ann Arbor, MI)

Contact: 734-665-7704 mcramton@comcast.net

Live acoustic music. All dances taught and prompted. Informal; no partner or experience needed. Dress comfortably and bring flat, non-slip shoes (like running shoes). First-timers are welcome; please come a little early. Turn right on Burbank Dr. from Green Road; park in "Clubhouse Parking" areas on Burbank. 734-665-7704. $7/ $4 students / under 14 free accompanied by parent.

Griffin Grill and Pub (38 West Michigan Avenue Battle Creek, MI)

Contact: (269) 965-7206 griffinpubbc@aol.com

Rare Combination is an Irish folk group formed in the spring of 2004. The groups' repertoire includes; traditional Irish dance music (jigs,reels, polkas, hornpipes), pub songs, rebel songs, ballads, love songs, slow aires, Irish-American tunes, and early American and contemporary folk music. The band has performed at pubs-restaurants, folk festivals, and is available for private performance events. Come early and have a meal and drinks!

On your radio dial all over Michigan, and on TV in the Lansing Area! (Main St. Everywhere, MI)

Contact: lynchslair@gmail.com

The world's most photographed, and only known "American Leprechaun," will be chatting with Michigan's most listened to morning radio talk show host, Michael Patrick Shiels on his syndicated show on St. Patrick's Day 2010. Start out your holiday with a little bit o' blarney! Show airs on radio affiliates all over Michigan, as well as on Fox 47 TV in Lansing.

Claddagh Irish Pub-Eastwood (2900 Towne Centre Blvd Lansing, MI)

Contact: (517) 484-2523 Lansing@CladdaghIrishPubs.com

Rare Combination returns to Lansing's Premeir Irish Pub and Restaurant to celebrate the holiday! Its a St. Patrick's Day Tradition! Just part of the whole day of Celebration!

The Claddagh Irish Pub (17800 Haggerty Road Livonia, MI)

Contact: (734) 542-8141 Livonia@CladdaghIrishPubs.com

Party with one of Michigan's hottest Celtic Rock bands at one of Michigan's finest Irish Pubs. See Belfast Gin at The Claddagh in Livonia. Enjoy your lunch, and favorite Irish beverages! Celebration runs all day, Belfast Gin begins at 11:00AM

Quinn & Tuites Irish Pub (1535 Plainfield Avenue Northeast Grand Rapids, MI)

Contact: (616) 363-8380

This is the place to be in Grand Rapids on St. Patrick's Day! Promotions all day and evening, Music from about 2PM until closing! Scheduled to appear are; An Dro, The Conklin Ceili Band, The Tosspints and The Waxies! Get your Irish On!!! Bar opens in the morning, Music Starts around 2PM! Come early if you want a seat, and stay late!

Quinn & Tuites Irish Pub (1535 Plainfield Avenue Northeast Grand Rapids, MI)

Contact: (616) 363-8380 fjwill@altelco.net

An Dro is joining other groups for a day long St. Patrick's Day Celebration at Quinn & Tuite's. It's sure to be big fun. Admission is free

Curragh Irish Pub (73 East 8th Street Holland, MI)

Contact: (616) 393-6340 info@CurraghHolland.com

It's St. Patrick's Day... need we say more?!? Entertainment schedule: Fonn Mohr 3pm, Kennedy's Kitchen 7pm, Inner Distance 10:30pm.

Hellenic Cultural Center (36375 Joy Road Westland, MI)

Contact: 313 537-3489

Corned Beef and Cabbage and more available for purchase, Cash Bar, Tons of Parking! KIDS FREE, Adults $10.00

Elderly Instruments (1100 North Washington Avenue Lansing, MI)

Contact: (517) 372-1212 events@elderly.com

Irish music on St. Pat's Day at one of the best music stores in the world!

Hopcat (25 Ionia Ave SW Grand Rapids, MI)

Contact: (616) 451-4677 fjwill@altelco.net

An Dro will be performing Irish Jigs and Reel (among other things) in a high energy show at this great brew pub in downtown GR.

Old Dog Tavern (402 E. Kalamazoo Ave. Kalamazoo, MI)

Contact: 269-370-1283

Embarr: A magical horse from Irish mythology, who will bear you to Tir Na N'Og - the land of music, beauty, feasting, and eternal youth; an Irish word meaning "Imagination"; a Celtic acoustic band. TBA

Resurrection Parish Hall (1531 East Michigan Avenue Lansing, MI)

Contact: 517-281-1115, 800-743-9457

Join the Irish-American Club of Mid-Michigan as they celebrate St. Patrick's Day 2010 with one of the mid-west's favorite Irish Music performers, Kitty Donohoe. There will be Irish Vendors, Music & more. Liquid Libations available! Doors open at 5:30PM Your $25 ticket includes entry, entertainment and dinner. A cash bar is available.

Creole Gallery (1218 Turner Street Lansing, MI)

Contact: Jamie-Sue (517) 881-8149 info@smokinsleddogrecords.com

Siusan O'Rourke and Zig Zeitler share their traditional and original stories and songs after a traditional Irish dinner

Lamplight Grill (314 West Main Street Ionia, MI)

Contact: 616.523.2233 lamplightionia@sbcglobal.net

Celebrate with Corned Beff and Cabbage, Rueben Sandwiches, green beer, (while it lasts,) and great music from Ionia's favorite trio! Come early and enjoy a great St. Patrick's Day menu, Free: reservations are recommended!

Griffin Grill and Pub (38 West Michigan Avenue Battle Creek, MI)

Contact: 269-965-7206

The Griffin Grill and Pub is a great place for friends to meet in the heart of downtown Battle Creek. Check their webpage for complete details, including their food and libation menus. String Cheese will be entertaining on the holiday. You don't want to miss this show if you are anywhere near the Griffon. Contact Pub for complete details.

Creole Gallery (1218 Turner Street Lansing, MI)

Contact: info@tenpoundfiddle.org

Enjoy a classic Celtic Supper, followed by Irish Songs and Stories from Siusan O'Rourke and Zig Zeitler. This 6 pm buffet dinner features corned beef and cabbage, red skinned potatoes, glazed carrots, traditional bread pudding and more! Meal served by Creole Gallery neighbor The Pastry Palette. Irish Songs and Stories begin at 7:30. $20 for supper and concert. Only 100 tickets available! Evening produced by Smokin' Sleddog Records and The Ten Pound Fiddle. Additional sponsorship from LCC Radio. Celtic Supper starts a 6; Irish Songs and Stories from 7:30 - 9. Limited seating, tickets are $20 - buy them online today!

Charlies Bar & Grill (3519 Plainfield Avenue Northeast Grand Rapids, MI)

Contact: (616) 364-0567 job@octboberday.com

Live and DJ-ed IRISH MUSIC -- "You Sing It! - Celtioke" -- Live & Recorded Accompaniment -- Visuals from the Emerald Isle -- Guest Artists! Musical host : J. Oscar Bittinger of Dublin Station. Irish Stew and Irish Brew! Likely THE BEST Corned Beef & Cabbage in town! Share the Shamrock Spirit Help support the MDA find a cure for muscular dystrophy. FREE!

Independence Village of East Lansing (2530 Marfitt Rd East Lansing, MI)

Contact: (517) 355-7661 ext. 16 adarche@msu.edu

Student groups from the MSU College of Music will present a series of four concerts at the Independence Village Retirement Community. Different student music groups and soloists will perform at each concert in the series. On March 17, the Woodwind Ensemble will perform.

Barnes & Noble Booksellers Rivertown Crossing (Rivertown Crossing, 3700 Rivertown Parkway Ste. 2058 Grandville, MI)

Contact: 616-534-1493 lmulder1969@hotmail.com

Enjoy Irish Music for St. Patrick's Day for everyone without having to go to a bar. You will delight in the artistry of Lee Mulder as she breathes life into songs and stories of Ireland. With her fine voice and instrumentations, she has been a favorite at festivals, pubs, and other stages throughout the Great Lakes Region. free

Urban Options (405 Grove St East Lansing, MI)

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A weekly open jam for acoustic musicians. We play a lot of old time, some Irish and contra - but hey, teach us your tunes! All skill levels welcome - a great place to gain experience playing nicely with others or to swap tunes. Just show up any time after 7:30! Free.

Oshtemo Grange (3234 N 3rd Street Kalamazoo, MI)

Contact: 269-375-4867 michael.clark@wmich.edu

Callers: Jan Coray and Roger Williams. Music by Thorn among the Roses. $3 for students, $4 for others

Bell's Brewery (East Kalamazoo Avenue Kalamazoo, MI)

Contact: (269) 382-2332

See Fonn Mor, one of the best Celtic Rock/Traditional/Folk bands in the mid-west at the home of O'Beron (spelling changed for the holiday!)

Czars 505 (505 Pleasant Street St Joseph, MI)

Contact: (269) 983-1166

Rare Combination is an Irish folk group formed in the spring of 2004. The groups' repertoire includes; traditional Irish dance music (jigs,reels, polkas, hornpipes), pub songs, rebel songs, ballads, love songs, slow aires, Irish-American tunes, and early American and contemporary folk music.

Shakespeare's Pub (241 East Kalamazoo Avenue Kalamazoo, MI)

Contact: (269) 488-7782

Kalamazoo welcomes back one of their favorite Celtic Music Acts... String Cheese to a new venue for these talented young ladies! Can we say Cool Celtic Cello!!! Come Early and Stay Late! Contact Pub for more information.

O'Mulder's Pub (8603 Garbow Drive SE Alto, MI)

Contact: 616-868-7586 mulder2@charter.net

O'Mulder's Pub, a private home in Alto MI, welcomes back the winner of this year's "Best New Irish Artists," (from the Irish Music Awards,) to their 70 seat basement pub! This act is a "must see" group based out of Germany, who's U.S. tour is limited. Irish/Celtic Musicians and venue proprieters fill the audience, as they know how special it is to see an act of this caliber in an intimate setting, rather than a large concert or festival venue. Become a member of this elite audience, order now! Show begins promptly at 7PM, "session" to follow afterwards... Bring your instruments! Only $15, ordered in advance only. Remaining tickets are going fast... order soon! Musicians are encouraged to bring their instruments!

Plymouth Coffee Bean Inc (884 Penniman Avenue Plymouth, MI)

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Monthly Poetry Series w/ Featured poet and open mic

Plymouth Coffee Bean Inc (884 Penniman Avenue Plymouth, MI)

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Monthly Poetry Series w/ Featured poet and open mic

Whiting The (1241 East Kearsley Street Flint, MI)

Contact: (810) 237-7337 Tickets@TheWhiting.com

Hailing from historic County Waterford, Danu is one of the leading traditional Irish music ensembles of today. Their standing room only concerts throughout North America, Europe and the Middle East feature high-energy performances and an eclectic mix of ancient and new Irish music. Boasting seven critically acclaimed albums, this group has performed around the world taking audiences on a musical journey to Ireland, and delighting crowds with their modern twists on traditional music. Ticket Prices: $27 / $32, Order on-line.

Red Barn gymnasium (in the Domino Farms complex) (Via Sacra Drive Ann Arbor, MI)

Contact: 734-665-7704

Family friendly for all. Drake Meadow and Greg Meisner lead. Music by Brad Battey, Debbie Jackson, and Susie Lorand. $7/$4 students/$14 family

Burcham Hills Retirement Community (2700 Burcham Dr East Lansing, MI)

Contact: (517) 355-7661 ext. 16 adarche@msu.edu

Student groups from the MSU College of Music will present a series of six concerts at the Burcham Hills Retirement Community. Different student music groups and soloists will perform at each concert in the series. On March 19, the Woodwind Ensemble will perform for a second time.

Fenton Winery and Brewery (1545 North Leroy Street Fenton, MI)

Contact: info@robertmarr.com

This is a great open mic. The place is generally packed. What better way to present your tunes. How many songs per round, and how many rounds are determined by the number of performers. Generally, each person, or group gets two rounds of two to three songs each. Sign in begins at 630PM

Ottawa County Fair (1286 Ottawa Beach Road Holland, MI)

Contact: 616-402-6434 thompete@gmail.com

The band is Three's a Crowd, reuniting tonight for the first time in years. Silent Auction: donate good, usable items and/or bid on items tonight to help AWFAC raise money for our big event in May. Tips for beginning dancers at 7:15 PM. Adults, $8. Students, $5. Family maximum, $20. Kids under 6 are free.

Cabbage Shed (198 Frankfort Avenue Elberta, MI)

Contact: (231) 352-9843 info@smokinsleddogrecords.com

Celebrate St. Pat's Day at The Cabbage Shed with great Irish Music! Tickets $10.00 In Advance-$12.00 At The Door

Macomb Center for the Performing Arts (44575 Garfield Road Clinton Township, MI)

Contact: Ticket Office: 586.286.2222 MacombArts@macomb.edu

Hailing from historic County Waterford, Danu is one of the leading traditional Irish music ensembles of today. Their standing room only concerts throughout North America, Europe and the Middle East feature high-energy performances and an eclectic mix of ancient and new Irish music. Boasting seven critically acclaimed albums, this group has performed around the world taking audiences on a musical journey to Ireland, and delighting crowds with their modern twists on traditional music. $52 pit, $42 gold circle, $37 house, $32 rear balcony, Senior/Military/Student Discount $47 pit, $37 gold circle, $32 house, $30 rear balcony

Ten Pound Fiddle (at the UUC) (855 Grove St East Lansing, MI)

Contact: 517-862-0416, or visit www.tenpoundfiddle.org info@tenpoundfiddle.org

Rayna Gellert has been the fiddler and a singer in the Freight Hoppers, Uncle Earl, and with Frank Lee. She is regularly a finalist in the fiddle contest at the Appalachian Stringband Festival in Clifftop (WV) and is a popular instructor at The Swannanoa Gathering. Susie Goehring adds a very clean guitar sound and tight vocals. Together they select classy songs and present them in a straight-forward, honest, traditional style. These two women are two of the very best in Old Time music today Gate opens at 7 pm; doors open at 7:30 pm. General admission seating. Tickets: $15/ $12 members/ $5 Students. Tickets available at: www.tenpoundfiddle.org and at the door.

Park between the church and gym and enter from there. (22111 Woodward Ave Ferndale, Michigan)

Contact: detroitfolkdancing@comcast.net

First 45-60 minutes: walk-throughs of every dance, and 0-2 teachings of dances. Remainder of the evening is continuous music for folk dancing. Light refreshments: juice/pop, chips, fruit, sweets. Membership costs $20 and is calendar year Sept - Aug, besides $1 off adm., members can participate in decision making. Every Friday Open to the public $7 non-members $6 members

Plymouth Coffee Bean Inc (884 Penniman Avenue Plymouth, MI)

Contact: 734 454 0178

A night of recorded music to frame in your conversation. An excellent spot to stop with a date to enjoy a mix of ambient, funk and groove electronic music.

Elderly Instruments (1100 North Washington Avenue Lansing, MI)

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For ukulele enthusiasts and players in the Lansing, MI area. We plan on meeting once per month at Elderly Instruments to have a lot of fun learning, sharing, and playing songs on the uke! No experience necessary.

Fenton Winery and Brewery (1545 North Leroy Street Fenton, MI)

Contact: info@robertmarr.com

Help us celebrate St Patrick's Day! Green beer and wine! There will be a mess of Irish music to help liven up the night.

Tawas United Methodist Church Family Center (20 West M-55 Tawas City, MI)

Contact: (989) 362-2001 garynelkie@yahoo.com

Former members of Alison Krauss & Union Station and The Dan Tyminski Band have formed this new bluegrass supergroup lead by six time IBMA Mandolin Player of the Year Adam Steffey. His recent project on Sugar Hill Records, "One More For The Road", has been acclaimed as one of the best bluegrass albums of 2009. We can expect The Boxcars to cover this material and branch out into music from their current project that they are presently recording for a mid-Summer 2010 album release. $15.00

Stage 1210 (1210 Turner Lansing, MI)

Contact: 517-896-4025 bquietmusic@acd.net

When the Cappuccino Cafe closed, the Lansing Area lost a great venue for acoustic music. We are putting together a show together featuring some of your favorite performers from the many years at the Cap Cafe including Mystic Shake, Ed Groves and his new jazz band iZwicky, and Pete Wittig $12/$9 students

Pittsfield Union Grange (3337 Ann Arbor-Saline Road Ann Arbor, MI)

Contact: 734-426-0241 robin@ic.net

Mostly contra dances, beginners welcome, Beginners Lesson at 7:30, $10, Grange Member $7, Students with ID $5,

Central United Methodist Church (215 N. Capitol Ave Lansing, MI)

Contact: 517 487-1353 bonhanno@gmail.com

Band ** RAYNA GELLERT AND SUZIE GOEHRING ***** Caller ** BEV BERNBAUM------- Celebrate the coming of spring at the Looking Glass Contra Dance in Lansing. Fun and easy community dancing. All dances taught by knowledgeable callers and danced to wonderful live music. Come with friends or alone- this is partner dancing, but we trade partners after each dance. Please dress for active movement. Price- public $8, members $7, students $4, kids under 15 FREE- - - New Dancer Intro at 7:30pm

Plymouth Coffee Bean Inc (884 Penniman Avenue Plymouth, MI)

Contact: 734 454 0178 plymouthcoffeebean@gmail.com

Country, Bluegrass, Americana music brought home the old fashioned way... with lots of foot stomps, hand claps and murder ballads. The Skinny Raccoons are full of traditional songs mixed with some of there own originals. Justin Erion is a bit more contemporary americana folk implosion of one.

Wealthy Theatre Annex (1110 Wealthy SE Grand Rapids, MI)

Contact: 616 307 0883 Promotions@grfolkarts.org

If you've been around the folk scene, you couldn't miss seeing Mike. Tall, red beard, and always around where the music is. He's been on the scene for many many years, listening to the fine details of what makes this genre of music so special to the soul, so able to make us laugh and cry and think. And lucky for us all, he got serious about having fun at it. Equally at home in the contemporary and traditional camps of the Folk world, he is a fine musician and storyteller. His prime instrument is $12 General, $10 Seniors & Students with student ID's two admissions for $10, $9 Members, $3 2-12 year olds

Claddagh Irish Pub-Eastwood (2900 Towne Centre Blvd Lansing, MI)

Contact: 517-484-2523 Lansing@CladdaghIrishPubs.com

At a St. Baldrick's event, something amazing happens. People who normally shy away from the very thought of childhood cancer find themselves compelled to support this cause after looking into the face of these brave children who are beaming as their friends and family members proudly display their newly shorn heads. Volunteers and donors see it can be fun to support a serious cause. Young cancer patients and survivors see how many people care. No cost to come watch and enjoy some great food and drink at the Claddagh. Participants are asked to find sponsors who will donate to a great cause!

Turner Dodge House & Heritage Center (100 East North Street Lansing, MI)

Contact: (517) 355-7661 adarche@msu.edu

The Community Music School returns to the Turner Dodge House with another concert. Three CMS piano faculty members, Marjan Helms, Liudmila Bondar and Debra Pajtas will be performing a variety of solo and four-hand literature including works by Brahms, Chopin, Debussy, and Rachmaninoff at the Turner Dodge House in Old Town. The concert will begin at 1 p.m.

Harbor Beach Public Library (105 North Huron Avenue Harbor Beach, MI)

Contact: (989) 479-3417 info@smokinsleddogrecords.com

Siusan and Zig perform Traditional and Original Irish Tunes

Grand Rapids Art Museum (101 Monroe Center Street Northwest Grand Rapids, MI)

Contact: 616-831-1000 pr@artmuseumgr.org

Alicia Eppinga, Acting Principal Cellist, Grand Rapids Symphony <br> Megan Crawford, Violinist, Grand Rapids Symphony <br>

FLINT UNITY CHURCH (3501 Fenton Road Flint, MI)

Contact: 810-235-3155

Sharing the Stage with Judy Insley and Almost Perfect, and John Dobat It's an afternoon potluck, so you can bring a dish to pass if you want. $10.00

Unity of Flint Church (on Fenton Road between Hemphill and Atherton) (3501 Fenton Road Flint, MI)

Contact: 810-235-3155

An afternoon acoustic music concert featuring Judy Insley and Almost Perfect (Floyd Raeon, Martin Kramer), Dan Hazlett, and John Dobat. $10

Langeland House Bed & Breakfast (1337 Peck St Muskegon, Michigan)

Contact: (231) 728-9404 elizabeth@langelandhouse.com

An Dro will be performing an all acoustic show in the living room of this beautifully restored Victorian Home. It's a great opportunity to hear Celtic music in a wonderfully intimate setting.

McFaddens Restaurant-Saloon Downtown Grand Rapids (58 Ionia Avenue Southwest Grand Rapids, MI)

Contact: (616) 454-9105 lynchslair@gmail.com

Whether you are a musician, or an Irish Music fan, this session is as close to visiting an Irish Pub Session in Ireland, as you can get without flying to the Emerald Isle! Great menu, beer and drink specials, and toe-tapping traditional Irish Music. No tickets required! Go to the second floor, "Jameson Lounge!"