St. Patrick's & Irish / Celtic Music & Related Events in Southern Cal. March 14 2019 edition.

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If you're looking for a ST. PATRICK'S CELEBRATION in Southern Cal with REAL IRISH MUSIC,  you've come to the right place. Once again, THE GUIDE delivers more than ANY other source! 
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Given the sheer joy with which ST. PATRICK'S DAY is anticipated and embraced in our society, it seems impossible that the Irish in America were once reviled.

"No Irish Need Apply" was a common sign in the windows of workplaces and places of lodging in the 19th and early 20th century. In the American Civil War, regiments of Irish enlisted en masse on both sides, seeking to earn a place in their adopted country.

After the Civil War, the Union Pacific assembled its construction forces from Irish veterans of the Civil War. They built the first transcontinental railroad west to its meeting place in remote Promontory, Utah, and the Irish drove nearly every spike from the East up to the Golden Spike -- and since no one knows who placed the final iron spike that took the place of the ceremonial gold and silver ones, that actual final spike has a 50/50 chance of having been driven by an Irish tracklayer.

(Note that the Central Pacific, building east from California to meet the UP, recruited Chinese immigrants as its construction force. And note that May 10, 2019, marks The 150th anniversary of the Golden Spike, and it will be celebrated in Utah with re-enactments, replicas of the 1869 steam locomotives, two giant restored 1940s-era operating steam locomotives, plus a wide variety of historical, arts, period music, and cultural events. History lives, all around us, sometimes with conscious emphasis, sometimes with patterned ways of doing things.)

In some cities, especially Boston, Irish cops and firefighters became the norm as inroads were established and jobs held specifically for countrymen who had been kept from other employment, and that continued through most of the 20th century.

Through it all, Irish music and dance won fans among the masses and became accepted as integral to Folk-Americana music.

So now, Chicagoans dye their river green and a dozen big cities stage St. Patrick's Day Parades every March 17th.

And throughout America, in towns large and small, IRISH MUSIC draws every ethnicity to wear green and drink green-tinted Guiness (or a less authentically Irish beer) and get acquainted with the kinetic fun of the the Céilì.

Of course, it isn't limited to March 17th, nor should it be. It's not like Mardi Gras, where the hoopla is supposed to end with a "day-after" dawning of piety and self deprivation on Ash Wednesday. With St. Paddy's, there's no reason to subdue yourself on March 18th. Or to hold-off starting your celebration as early as you can.

SO.... HERE is the Guide's GUIDE TO ST. PATRICK'S SEASON in Southern California.

Sure, much of this has been called-out in our events edition updates for weeks. But here it is, UPDATED, in a special edition that's JUST IRISH / ST. PATRICK'S MUSIC & EVENTS.

Slàinte!
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AND, of course, a continuously-updated earlier edition has all the ACOUSTIC AMERICANA MUSIC events, FILM EVENTS, special exhibitions, and more -- and everything else that doesn't qualify as "Irish" to get into this special edition. You can find all that delightful "EVERYTHING ELSE" (with a wee bit o' scrolling) at:

https://acousticamericana.blogspot.com/2019/02/events-update-concerts-festivals-film.html

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Guide to Irish-y Interaction...

For starters, it isn't a St. Patrick's celebration if they're foisting music on you that isn't Irish, or at least a mix of Celtic that's Irish enough to be passable. That said, you have passed your orientation for what qualifies to be in this special edition.

Now... ever wonder what it would be like to celebrate St. Patty's Day in Ireland?

You can try a bit o' Irish slang to get into the spirit of St. Patrick's festivities, even if you just can't make it to the real deal.

We're told this is a quick guide to sounding authentic while you're out with your friends this weekend:

"Howya!" (Hi, Hello)
"What's the story?" (What's happening?)
"On the tear!" (Going drinking)

Also, try asking your bartender for "a pint of the black stuff" while you're out. If he/she understands you, we hope you like Guiness, because that's what you just ordered.
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One late-breaking quickie...

TICKET ALERT

JACKSON BROWNE plays Aug 11, 7:30 pm at Rabobank Theater in Bakersfield;
PRESALE: Thu, Mar 14, 10 am-10 pm, using
PASSWORD: LOADOUT
at https://www.axs.com/events/371513/jackson-browne-tickets

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Now, let's get IRISH!
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Thursday, Mar 14

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Thu, Mar 14; ☘️ST. PATRICK'S EVENT☘️:
5 pm - KEN O'MALLEY brings his authentic and original Irish music, multi-instrumental acoustic virtuosity, and vocal prowess to the Auld Dubliner, 71 S Pine Av, Long Beach, CA 90802. http://www.aulddubliner.com
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Thu, Mar 14; ☘️ST. PATRICK'S EVENT☘️:
7 pm - "ST. PATRICK'S DAY IN IRELAND" with CONNOR REIDER and the KERRY TRADITIONAL BAND, plus the CELTIC IRISH DANCE ACADEMY led by "Riverdance" star MAEVE CROKE, at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, Scherr Forum Theatre, 2100 E Thousand Oaks Bl, Thousand Oaks, CA.
*  This is the only Southern Cal performance of the tour.
TIX: Box Office, 805-449-2787, or online, at: www.civicartsplaza.com/ show_detail.php?id=629
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Sligo Rags, rarely not playing Disneyland.

Thu, Mar 14, ☘️ST. PATRICK'S EVENT☘️:

7:30 pm - SLIGO RAGS in concert at the Muckenthaler Cultural Center, 1201 West Malvern Av, Fullerton, CA 92833; https://themuck.org

* Tix at: https://themuck.showare.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=215

* Or Box Office Tue-Fri, noon-4 pm, at 714-738-6595.

*  COMING UP AT THE MUCK:

(All events are 7:30 pm-9:30 pm unless otherwise indicated):

• Mar 22 - SEAN OLIU & THE COASTLINE COWBOYS.

• May 9 - DOC SEVERINSEN SHOW; some new news (just in Sun, Feb 17) -- not only will some of the original "Tonight Show Orchestra" members make a surprise appearance, but there will be a video tribute to Doc created especially for this event.

• Apr 4 - "SPEAKEASY: VOLSTEAD ACT 100th ANNIVERSARY," 7:30-9:30 pm.

• Apr 11 - "AN EVENING ABOARD THE TITANIC," 7:30-9:30 pm.

• Apr 18 - "NATIVE AMERICAN HISTORY AND STORYTELLING," 7:30-9:30 pm.

• Oct 17 - "LACY J. DALTON BENEFIT CONCERT feat. DALE POUNET," 7:30-9:30 pm.

*  Box Office Tue-Fri, noon-4 pm, at 714-738-6595.

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Friday, Mar 15

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Today is "THE IDES OF MARCH," marking the 2,063rd anniversary of the assassination of Julius Caesar. 'Tis the fateful day of which Shakespeare reminds that hubris can be fatal, as when the soothsayer warned Caesar to "Beware the Ides of March," alas, to no avail.
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Fri, Mar 15, ☘️ST. PATRICK'S EVENT☘️:
6 pm  - KEN O'MALLEY brings his authentic and original Irish music, multi-instrumental acoustic virtuosity, and vocal prowess for a solo show at Brendan's Camarillo, 1755 E Daily Dr, Camarillo http://www.brendans.com/camarillo
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Fri, Mar 15, ☘️ST. PATRICK'S EVENT☘️:
6 pm - DROPKICK MICKEYS play Brendan’s Irish Pub, 495 Ventu Park, Newbury Park, CA 91320; 805-498-5050
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Fri, Mar 15, ☘️ST. PATRICK'S EVENT☘️:
7 pm-9 pm - JAGER MALONE Irish band, joined by JESSE OLEMA and KEN O'MALLEY, plays Brendan’s Irish Pub, Agoura Hills
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Jager Malone band.
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Canoga Park uses this image, but it obviously
AIN'T Canoga Park, starting with the fact that
The SFV has no modern trolleys. But you just
might see good dancing in their parade.

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Saturday, Mar 16

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LATE ADDITION...
Sat, Mar 16; ☘️ST. PATRICK'S FESTIVAL, FREE☘️
All-day - "IRISH FESTIVAL" in downtown Upland, CA.
*  2 pm-5 pm - HIGH STRUNG plays acoustic Irish music at Pacific Wine Merchants in Upland, followed 6 pm-9 pm by JAMES DONALDSON serenading the crowd.
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Sat, Mar 16; ☘️ST. PATRICK'S FESTIVAL, FREE☘️:
11 am - Annual "CANOGA PARK ST. PATRICK'S CELEBRATION" starts with a "Community March" (they used to call it a parade), and includes Live Irish Music & Comedy,  begins at the Madrid Theatre with stages set up at the Farmer's Market, Canoga Park, CA.
*  Event features entertainment by True Thomas, Owen Dara, and many more.
*  Includes Vendors, Free Food, Door Prizes and more, billed as "Great family fun for all ages."
*  FREE event presented by the Canoga Park Improvement Association.
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Sat, Mar 16; ☘️ST. PATRICK'S PARADE, FREE☘️:
11 am - 25th Annual "HERMOSA BEACH ST. PATRICK'S DAY PARADE" on Pier Av, Hermosa Beach CA.
*  Over 100 local businesses, civic organizations and school marching bands take part in this seven-block parade down Pier Avenue.
*  The Irish theme of Saint Patrick’s Day is celebrated by the many participants in the festivities including bagpipers from the Emerald Society, floats, horses and four-legged friends from the Irish Setters Club of Southern California.
*  In what has become a popular tradition in Hermosa Beach, the parade draws about 20,000 spectators and participants who come to enjoy the family affair and beautiful beach weather.
*  Full details: www.hbchamber.net/pages/st-patricks-day-parade1
*  Free.
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Sat, Mar 16; ☘️ST. PATRICK'S EVENT☘️:
Noon-2 pm - LEO KRETZNER & THE OLD GREY CATS play their 1st of two St. Pat's gigs today with Irish Tunes & Songs with dulcimer, fiddle & bodhran, at Last Name Craft Brewery, 2120 Porterfield Way, Upland, CA 91786; 909-579-0032; www.lastnamebrewing.com
*  No cover.
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Sat, Mar 16; ☘️ST. PATRICK'S FESTIVAL, FREE☘️:
2 pm-5 pm - HIGH STRUNG plays acoustic Irish music at Pacific Wine Merchants in Upland, followed 6 pm-9 pm by JAMES DONALDSON serenading the crowd, at the all-day "IRISH FESTIVAL" in downtown Upland, CA.
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Sat, Mar 16, ☘️ST. PATRICK'S EVENT☘️:
4 pm - THE PRATIES play the Lobster and Beer, 3456 Motor Av, Ste 101, Los Angeles, CA 90034
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Sat, Mar 16, ☘️ST. PATRICK'S EVENT☘️:
6 pm - RHYTHM METHOD STRING BAND plays trad acoustic for a special St. Paddy's show at Enegren Brewery, 444 Zachary St #120, Moorpark, CA 93021; 805-552-0602
*  Expect this one to be more trad and old time acoustic Americana.
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Rhythm Method string band.
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Sat, Mar 16, ☘️ST. PATRICK'S EVENT☘️:
6 pm-9 pm - JAGER MALONE Irish band plays Brendan’s Irish Pub, 495 Ventu Park, Newbury Park, CA 91320; 805-498-5050.
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Sat, Mar 16; ☘️ST. PATRICK'S EVENT☘️:
6 pm-8 pm - LEO KRETZNER & THE OLD GREY CATS play their 2nd of two St. Pat's gigs today with Irish Tunes & Songs with dulcimer, fiddle & bodhran, at Lytle Creek Community Center, 14082 Center Rd, Lytle Creek, CA 92358 (near Mt. Baldy).
*  Public welcome; $10 for corned beef and cabbage dinner.
*  Reservations: 909-887-0983.
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Sat, Mar 16; ☘️ST. PATRICK'S FESTIVAL, FREE☘️:
6 pm-9 pm JAMES DONALDSON serenades the crowd with Irish music at the all-day "IRISH FESTIVAL" at Pacific Wine Merchants in downtown Upland, CA.
*  Go early: from 2 pm-5 pm, HIGH STRUNG plays acoustic Irish music.
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Sat, Mar 16, ☘️ST. PATRICK'S EVENT☘️:
7 pm-10 pm - OXALIS brings trad Irish music for the St. Paddy's celebration at Brewery Draconum, 24407 Main St, Santa Clarita, CA 91321
*  See Sun, Mar 17, 3 pm, for extensive info on this band.
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The Fenians.

Sat, Mar 16, ☘️ST. PATRICK'S EVENT☘️:
7 pm - THE BURGANS with Burgan & Chan and Terry Rangno & David Caris and King Courtney, play the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena, CA 91001
*  Full-spectrum folkies, they'll bring some Irish/Celtic for this show.
*  Reserv by phone only, 10 am-10 pm, 7 days, at 626-798-6236.
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Sat, Mar 16, ☘️ST. PATRICK'S EVENT☘️:
8 pm - THE FENIANS play the St. Patrick's Day Celebration at the Coach House, 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675; 949-496-8927.

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Sat, Mar 16; ☘️ST. PATRICK'S EVENT☘️:
8 pm - DUBLIN'S IRISH TENORS & THE CELTIC LADIES play Beckman Auditorium (aka "Big  Beckman") at Caltech, 332 S Michigan Av (S of Del Mar Bl), Pasadena CA
*  Delighting critics and audiences around the world, it's two superb Irish groups in one magical concert, featuring wonderful harmonies and lilting melodies. These talented singers take you on a breathtaking musical journey covering Irish classics, opera, & pop.
* TIX: $39, $44, 49; youth (HS age & younger) $10. Senior rush tickets are $25, beginning 1/2 hr before performance (subject to availability).
* Info: 626 395-4652; www.caltech.edu/content/dublins-irish-tenors-and-celtic-ladies
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House of Ireland, Balboa Park, San Diego.

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Sunday, Mar 17
St. Patrick's Day
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Sun, Mar 17, FREE ; ☘️ST. PATRICK'S EVENT☘️:
10:30 am-noon - "HOUSE OF IRELAND TRADITIONAL IRISH SESSION" happens every Sunday at the "House of Ireland" in the International Village that comes back to life every weekend, a vestige of an ancient San Diego World's Fair, in Balboa Park at 665 Pan American Plaza, San Diego, CA.
* Each cottage offers snacks, often from its nation's culture and cuisine, and all take turns presenting music music on the plaza stage. At the same time, many, including House of Ireland cottage, present a trad Irish "sessiun" inside the cottage, where all are welcome to participate or listen.
*  Note that an "Irish Sessuin" is highly structured, not like your usual free-form acoustic jam. So best to listen and catch-on before jumping-in.
*  Everything is FREE.
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Sun, Mar 17, ☘️ST. PATRICK'S EVENT☘️:
11 am - KEN O'MALLEY & THE TWILIGHT LORDS bring authentic and original Irish music, multi-instrumental acoustic virtuosity, and vocal prowess for three full sets to Brendan's Irish Pub Camarillo, 1755 E Daily Dr, Camarillo CA; http://www.brendans.com/camarillo
*  Ken O'Malley, Tony Zamora, Dean O'Leary, and David Raven comprise the Twilight Lords, with a reputation as one of California’s top Irish/Celtic bands for over a decade. As the front man, O'Malley is steeped in the culture, heritage and song of his native Ireland. He leads this ensemble of first class players with his distinctive and engaging singing voice. They are the real deal. Their Irish and Scottish music is deep-rooted and performed with a contemporary flair and visceral Celtic rhythms.

* They play here today at 11 am, 3 pm, & 6 pm.

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Top: Ken O'Malley & the Twilight Lords.
Bottom: Peter Romano & Friends.
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Sun, Mar 17, ☘️ST. PATRICK'S EVENT☘️:
11 am-10 pm - JAGER MALONE Irish band plays all-day for a St. Paddy's music marathon at Brendan’s Irish Pub, 495 Ventu Park, Newbury Park, CA 91320; 805-498-5050.
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Sun, Mar 17, ☘️ST. PATRICK'S EVENT☘️:
11 am - PETER ROMANO & FRIENDS bring their trad Irish music for St. Patrick's Day at Finn McCool’s, 2702 Main St, Santa Monica, CA 90405; 310-452-1734
*  Don't let his Italian name fool you -- this will deliver plenty of solid Irish stuff! PETER ROMANO is a member of THE PLOUGHBOYS.
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Aye, those are Highland pipes, not Irish
Uilleann pipes. But you Don't really mind,
do you? The Shamrock will have pipers.

Sun, Mar 17, ☘️ST. PATRICK'S DAY EVENT ☘️:
11:30 am-midnight - "ST. PATRICK'S DAY AT THE SHAMROCK" at the Shamrock Irish Pub & Eatery, 39252 Winchester Rd, Ste 145, Murrieta, CA 92563.
*  IMPORTANT NOTE: on Feb 21, the venue announced, "Last chance for St Patrick's Day commemorative t-shirt & wristband package, with guaranteed entry on the big day, all for $25. Only a few left. Email paul@getshamrocked.com with your name, # of wristbands you want, and a contact cell phone. You will receive a reply that same day. Entrance on St Patrick's Day is a $15 cover charge at the door," NO RESERVATIONS, space available.
*  Check their website for full details, at:
http://theshamrockirishpubandeatery.com/event/saint-patricks-day/
*  Performing are: KEY OF WHISKEY, KICK-STOMP ENSEMBLE, THE GUINNESS MARQUEE, pipes and drums, plus a party DJ.
*  They'll have green beer, corned beef & cabbage "and other surprises." Sláinte!
*  LATE UPDATE -- on March 15, The Shamrock released a full St. Paddy's Day schedule and activities...
☘️- Doors open 11 am.
☘️- 11:30 am:  🎻 Irish Fiddler Extraordinaire MICHAEL KELLY from SLIGO RAGS.
☘️- 2:30 pm:  🎻 KEY OF WHISKEY - superb Celtic band from Orange County.
☘️- 7 pm 'til close -  🎸 KICK-STOP ENSEMBLE - Shamrock favorites with a rocking party set including some Flogging Molly and Dropkick classics.
☘️ - "IRISH DANCING PARTY" DJ in-between band sets to keep the place jumping.
☘️- BAGPIPES - throughout the day and in the Guinness Marquee.
*  FOOD: limited menu available on St Patrick's Day is Fish and chips; Corned beef and cabbage; Reuben Sandwich; Basket of fries; Curry fries; Gravy fries.
*  DOORS open at 11 am.
*  Strictly a 21+ event.
*  $15 COVER CHARGE applies all day, door opening until close.
*  No reservations; the venue "is configured very differently with most tables and chairs in the Guinness Marquee."
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Sun, Mar 17, ☘️ST. PATRICK'S EVENT☘️:
Noon-6 pm - "FREE ST. PATTY'S DAY PARTY IN HOLLYWOOD"
presented by FLOGGING MOLLY & KROQ on the grounds of the Hollywood Palladium, 6215 Sunset Bl, Hollywood, CA 90028
*  Music, beer, food, prizes, more.
*  PARTY is FREE with ADVANCE RESERVATION at: https://www.universe.com/events/flogging-molly-st-patricks-day-block-party-by-kroq-and-hd-radio-tickets-los-angeles-5WJSGT
*  FREE event features award-winning Irish dancers.
*  "Come hungry, because there will be enough grub to feed a village."
*  "Full-blown FLOGGING MOLLY concert AFTER the block party."
*  Concert at 6 pm is a separate event; valid concert ticket required for entry. Block Party tickets do NOT grant access to the concert.
*   FLOGGING MOLLY is a Los Angeles-based Celtic-infused punk rock collective led by Irish vocalist Dave King (Lead Vocals, Guitar, Bodhran) with Bridget Regan (Violin, Tin Whistle), Dennis Casey (Acoustic Guitar, Electric Guitar), Matt Hensley (Accordion, Piano, Concertina), Nathen Maxwell (Bass Guitar, Vocals), and Mike Alonso (Drums, Percussion). They've been making music together for over two decades, fusing the energy of both the Irish experience and American experience with a unique, folk-tinged sound that is unmistakably them.
*  CONCERT TIX are $49.50 gen'l adm, $99.50 "Platinum Row A," at: https://concerts1.livenation.com/event/0900558AD7DB3309
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Sun, Mar 17; ☘️ST. PATRICK'S EVENT☘️:
1:15 pm- 4 pm - TOM BALL AND KENNY SULTAN, two pros who get big ticket prices worldwide, are known for acoustic blues, but have a great Irish / Celtic repertoire; they share it all every Sunday they're in town, with the loyal crowd who knows they play this hidden gig at the Cold Spring Tavern, 5995 Stagecoach Rd, in the hills above Santa Barbara, CA; 805-967-0066.
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Top: Tom Ball & Kenny Sultan.
Bottom: Oxalis Irish band.
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Sun, Mar 17, ☘️ST. PATRICK'S EVENT☘️:
3 pm-6 pm - OXALIS brings trad Irish music for the St. Paddy's Day celebration at The Grove, 189 The Grove Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90036
*  Oxalis - the botanical name for the North American shamrock - finds its niche in the Celtic tradition of Ireland, preserving the time-honored tradition of musicians bound together by an affinity for playing the tunes that have been carried by generations through the years.
*  Oxalis brings together six accomplished musicians:
♧ Tom Donovan – Flute, Whistle, Bodhran, Mandolin, Vocals
♧ Daria Donovan – Celtic Autoharp
♧ Ellen Campbell – Fiddle
♧ Linda Kodaira – Fiddle
♧ James Avgeris – Acoustic Guitar, Vocals
♧ Gene Simons – Bass Guitar, Vocals
*  Oxalis has been performing in Southern California since 2001 — from pubs & private parties to weddings & celebrity wakes — and has performed regularly at the "West Los Angeles Civic Center Summer Concert Series" since 2008 and at notable venues and events.
*  Oxalis' latest CD, "Old Ground," is a collection of Irish trad music performed with a contemporary slant.
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Sun, Mar 17, ☘️ST. PATRICK'S EVENT☘️:
3 pm - THE PRATIES play their lively trad Irish music in one of their gigs for St. Patrick's Day, this one early at Godmother’s Saloon, 302 W 7th St, San Pedro, CA 90731.
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Sun, Mar 17, ☘️ST. PATRICK'S EVENT☘️:
3 pm - KEN O'MALLEY & THE TWILIGHT LORDS bring authentic and original Irish music, multi-instrumental acoustic virtuosity, and vocal prowess for three full sets to Brendan's Irish Pub Camarillo, 1755 E Daily Dr, Camarillo CA; http://www.brendans.com/camarillo
* They play here today at 11 am, 3 pm, & 6 pm.
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Sun, Mar 17, ☘️ST. PATRICK'S EVENT☘️:

4 pm - THE PLOUGHBOYS play their trad Irish-Celtic music in one of their gigs for St. Patrick's Day, this one early, at the Tam O’Shanter, 2980 Los Feliz Bl, Los Angeles CA 90039; 323-664-0228.

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The Ploughboys, in an odd moment of stillness.

Sun, Mar 17; ☘️ST. PATRICK'S EVENT☘️:
4 pm-7 pm - "AULD DUBLINER TRADITIONAL IRISH MUSIC SESSION" Is every Sunday at the Auld Dubliner, 71 S Pine Av, Long Beach, CA 90802; 562-437-8300.
* No cover. 
* All welcome to participate or listen. Note that an "Irish Sessuin" is highly structured, not like your usual free-form acoustic jam. So best to listen and catch-on before jumping-in.
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Sun, Mar 17; ☘️ST. PATRICK'S EVENT☘️:
4:30 pm-7:30 pm - "SANTA BARBARA TRADITIONAL IRISH MUSIC SESSION" happens every Sunday at La Arcada Bistro, 1112 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
* No cover. 
* All welcome to participate or listen. Note that an "Irish Sessuin" is highly structured, not like your usual free-form acoustic jam. So best to listen and catch-on before jumping-in.
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Sun, Mar 17; ☘️ST. PATRICK'S EVENT☘️:
4:30 pm-7 pm - "IRISH JAM SESSION" happens every Sunday at Dargan's Irish Pub & Restaurant, 18 E Ortega St, Santa Barbara, CA; 805-568-0702.
* No cover. 
* All welcome to participate or listen. Note that an "Irish Sessuin" is highly structured, not like your usual free-form acoustic jam. So best to listen and catch-on before jumping-in.
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Sun, Mar 17; ☘️ST. PATRICK'S DAY EVENT☘️:
5 pm - "IRISH CENTER OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA  25th Annual SAINT PATRICK'S DAY CELEBRATION" at the Hilton Hotel, 100 W Glenoaks Bl, Glendale CA
* The evening includes dinner and Live entertainment, and features a special drawing for two round-trip tickets to Ireland or the cash equivalent. 
*  The evening begins with cocktails at 5 pm; dinner is served at 6 pm, followed by Irish dancers and music by KEN O'MALLEY & THE TWILIGHT LORDS. 
* Tix: donation is $25 per ticket, or $50 for three tickets. 
* Info: 818-238-0445.
* Reservations: 818-956-5466.
*  TIX & info: 818-238-0445. 
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Sun, Mar 17, ☘️ST. PATRICK'S EVENT☘️:
5 pm - THE BRILLIANT GYPSIES present trad Irish and more for St. Patrick's Day at Finn McCool’s, 2702 Main St, Santa Monica CA 90405; 310-452-1734.
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Sun, Mar 17, ☘️ST. PATRICK'S EVENT☘️:
6 pm - SHENANIGANS play for St. Patrick's Day at Brendan’s Irish Pub, 30315 Canwood St, Agoura Hills CA; 818-874-9400.
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Sun, Mar 17, ☘️ST. PATRICK'S EVENT☘️:
6 pm - KEN O'MALLEY & THE TWILIGHT LORDS bring authentic and original Irish music, multi-instrumental acoustic virtuosity, and vocal prowess for three full sets to Brendan's Irish Pub Camarillo, 1755 E Daily Dr, Camarillo CA; http://www.brendans.com/camarillo
* They play here today at 11 am, 3 pm, & 6 pm.
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Sun, Mar 17, ☘️ST. PATRICK'S EVENT☘️:
9 pm - THE PLOUGHBOYS play their trad Irish-Celtic music in one of their gigs for St. Patrick's Day, this one late, at the Fairmont Miramar Hotel, 101 Wilshire Bl, Santa Monica CA 90401
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Sun, Mar 17, ☘️ST. PATRICK'S EVENT☘️:
10:30 pm - THE PRATIES play their lively trad Irish music in one of their gigs for St. Patrick's Day, this one late at Joxer Daly’s, 11168 Washington Bl, Culver City CA 90323; 310-838-3745.
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Monday, Mar 18
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Mon, Mar 18, ☘️late ST. PATRICK'S EVENT☘️:
7:30 pm-9:30 pm - Weekly "OC CELTIC JAM" every Monday at Peace Lutheran Church, 18542 Vanderlip Av, Santa Ana CA
*  Info, contact Heidi Halbur, at heidihalbur@gmail.com
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Mon, Mar 18, ☘️late ST. PATRICK'S EVENT☘️:
8:30 pm-11 pm - Weekly "CELTIC ARTS CENTER IRISH MUSIC SESSION" every Monday, sponsored by the Celtic Arts Center at The Mayflower Club, 11110 Victory Bl, North Hollywood CA; 818-760-8322; www.celticartscenter.com
*  ALSO, there is the weekly "SLOW PLAY IRISH MUSIC SESSION," 9 pm-10:30 pm.
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Tuesday, Mar 19
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Tue, Mar 19, ☘️late ST. PATRICK'S EVENT☘️:
7 pm - KEN O'MALLEY & JOHN BREEN bring authentic and original Irish music, multi-instrumental acoustic virtuosity, and vocal prowess to Finn McCool's Santa Monica, 2702 Main St, Santa Monica, CA 90405; www.finnmccoolsirishpub.com/
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Done? Not quite! You can find EVERYTHING ELSE that isn't Irish / St. Patrick's that's happening out there, with a wee bit o' scrolling, at:

https://acousticamericana.blogspot.com/2019/02/events-update-concerts-festivals-film.html

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Finally... if you think St. Patrick's Day is all about getting falling-down drunk, please have a look at these images of the cultural holiday as it is celebrated in the San Francisco Bay Area. Uhh, you wouldn't want those Northern Californians to start-in again on how they're the ones with all the culture -- now would you?

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That's all for this edition.
Stay tuneful!
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LEGALESE, CONTACTING US, 'N SUCH...

Boilerplate? Where's the main pressure gauge? And the firebox?

What "boilerplate"? Who came up with that goofy term for the basic essential informational stuff...


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♪ The ACOUSTIC AMERICANA MUSIC GUIDE endeavors to bring you NEWS – and views of interest to artists everywhere – more specifically to musicians and the creative community and music makers and fans of acoustic and Folk-Americana music. That includes both traditional and innovative forms. From the deepest roots to today’s acoustic renaissance, that’s our beat. We provide a wealth of resources, including a HUGE catalog of acoustic-friendly venues (now undergoing a major update), and inside info on FESTIVALS and select performances in Southern California in venues from the monumentally large to the intimately small and cozy. We cover workshops, conferences, and other events for artists and folks in the music industry, and all kinds o’ things in the world of acoustic and Americana and accessible classical music. From washtub bass to musical spoons to oboe to viola to banjo to squeezebox, from Djangostyle to new-fangled-old-time string band music, from sweet Cajun fiddle to bluegrass and pre-bluegrass Appalachian mountain music to all the swamp water roots of the blues and the bright lights of where the music is headed now.
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