Vol. 5 No. 3, March 2008
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It’s Easy Bein’ Green in AC
St. Patrick’s Day events lead the parade, along with March Madness and a whole lotta suds
For most of us, March means seeing green, whether you’re Irish or not. This month’s to-do list includes St. Patrick’s Day events, sports, suds and more. Have fun!
Many Atlantic City restaurants will be represented at the Hammonton Education Foundation’s 5th annual Taste of the Town fundraiser, Sunday, March 2, 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Hammonton High. Enjoy everything from Boardwalk peanuts and Atlantic City Subs to great Italian, Chinese and Creole-style food and delectable desserts. Advance tickets are $25 and $10 for kids under 14. For more information, call Linda Cashan at 609-567-4516.
The New Jersey State High School Wrestling Championships spring into action at Boardwalk Hall Friday through Sunday, March 7-9. Top high school wrestlers from around the state compete in this highlight of the wrestling season. Preliminaries start on Friday; the tournament concludes with finals and an awards ceremony on Sunday. Tickets are available at the Boardwalk Hall Box Office or by calling 609-259-2776.
There may be no better way to rev up for St. Patrick’s Day than the Atlantic City Beer Festival, Saturday and Sunday, March 8 and 9 at the Atlantic City Convention Center. More than 75 breweries will pour at least 250 different beers and ales from around the world. The popular Celtic band Birnam Wood will keep the place jumping, and local chefs will demonstrate how to cook with beer. Saturday sessions are noon to 4:30 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. The Sunday session is from 1 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. You must be 21 years of age and present photo ID to enter.
Are you ready for some madness? March Madness returns as the 2008 Atlantic 10 Men’s Basketball Championship comes to Atlantic City Boardwalk Hall March 12-15. Whether you want to cheer on your alma mater or just catch a great game of hoops, don’t miss your chance to experience all the action up close.
In support of the championship games, loyal Hibernians from throughout the region will converge on the Boardwalk Saturday, March 15, for the 30th Annual St. Pat’s 10-miler and 5k races. Presented by the Boardwalk Runner’s Club, the races offer a matchless opportunity for students and A-10 alumni to join other registered runners for a dash down the Wooden Way.
Races begin at 9:30 a.m. and finish in front of Boardwalk Hall. All registered runners will receive a long-sleeve commemorative Irish Green shirt and a free pasta buffet and party at Opa, Indiana Avenue and the Boardwalk, immediately afterward. Race day registration begins at 7 a.m., but runners are advised to pre-register by visiting www.atlanticcitymarathon.org or by calling 609-822-6911. Make all checks payable to Boardwalk Runners Club, P.O. Box 2181, Ventnor, NJ 08406-0181.
Of course, it wouldn’t be March without the 23rd Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade. The parade begins, rain or shine, at 1 p.m. March 15 on New Jersey Avenue and the Boardwalk and ends at Albany Avenue. As always, it promises to be a festival of color, music and fun featuring marching bands, bagpipers and floats.
Later this month, visit the 13th Annual Atlantic City Recreational Vehicle & Camping Show, Friday through Sunday, March 14-16 at the Atlantic City Convention Center. It’s the best place to learn about new RV products, travel destinations and the RV lifestyle. Hours are Friday, noon to 7 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call 1-800-332-3976 or visit www.macevents.com.
Atlantique City, the Mid-Atlantic’s largest indoor art, antique and collectibles show, comes to the Convention Center Saturday and Sunday, March 29 and 30. The show features more than 500 dealers from around the world, free appraisals and free furniture delivery within 200 miles. Shoppers can browse hundreds of specialty booths featuring 1,200 categories of antiques. The unique FindIt! Online merchandiser locator allows visitors to easily navigate the wares. Hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. To order tickets online, visit www.atlantiquecity.com or call 1-800-526-2724.
You’ll be green with envy if you miss the Murder Mystery at Absecon Lighthouse on South Rhode Island Avenue, Saturday, March 22. Legend has it that the Jersey Devil was once spotted atop of the lighthouse. Now you can try to catch him and solve a murder at the same time. Refreshments will be served. For information, call Absecon Lighthouse at 609-449-1360.
March goes out like a lion when Van Halen reunites for its first tour in 22 years on Friday, March 28. Presented by Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa, the concert will feature the classic hits of David Lee Roth with Eddie, Alex and Wolfgang Van Halen. For more information, contact Ticketmaster at 1-800-736-1420 or visit www.ticketmaster.com.
