Tuesday, March 12, 2013
Gaelic Park hosted a St. Baldrick's day event during the Oak Forest Fleadh on Saturday, March 9. The event raised more than $22,000 for children's cancer research, with more than 65 people shaving their heads during the event.
More than 65 people, along with friends, family and supporters, gathered at Gaelic Park on Saturday, March 9, to take part in a St. Baldrick's Day event in conjunction with the Oak Forest Fleadh. The shavees were called up in groups of three to have their heads buzzed to the scalp in solitary with children who have been diagnosed with cancer. Shavees in attendee raise more than $22,000 for the event, which will be donated to children's cancer research. Among those who sat under the clippers were Oak Forest Police Department dispatcher Amy Henion, a group of Orland School District 135 students calling themselves 'The Band of Baldies,' and one intrepid traveler from Minnesota, Kelsey Scott, who was part of a team made up of friends calling …
Sunday, March 10, 2013
Want to relive the sights of the 2013 Fleadh parade, and restaurant and pub crawl? Then check out Patch's photo gallery and add your own photos, too!
The weather might not have been exactly what they expected, but a chilly rain couldn't dampen Fleadh-goers' spirits Saturday, March 9. A cold sprinkle and icy coating had 5K runners a little worried, but 540 of the 600 registered decided to layer on the green, lace up and hit the course anyway. By the time others made their way to Cicero Avenue for the rest of the Fleadh activities, the sprinkle had stopped, and the fun was just getting started. Oak Forest's fourth annual Irish festival included a 5K, a parade and open bike ride, and a pub and restaurant crawl that sent customers flooding nine local establishments. Take a gander at Oak Forest residents, visitors and elected officals in their finest green attire, strutting their stuff …
Friday, March 8, 2013
From parades to festivals, there are several events in the coming weeks where Southland residents can celebrate Irish pride.
St. Patrick's Day is almost here and there's no shortage of St. Paddy's celebrations in the south suburbs. Get our your green and check out these upcoming events. Ireland on Parade Oak Forest Fleadh South Side Irish St. Patrick's Day Parade Tinley Park Irish Parade St. Patrick's Day Tent Party
Tuesday, March 5, 2013
Guess what? Blarney Stone is offering a special deal on its 2-day pass to the Fleadh! Get it while it's hot!
If one day of Irish fun isn't enough, boy does Blarney Stone Pub have the deal for you. Now for a discounted price of $8, customers can get in on two days of food, drink and tunes at the Oak Forest favorite. Ticket buys you 2 tall boy PBR or Old Style on both days, for a total of four beers. This is an heated outdoor tented event rain or shine. Doors open at 7 a.m. March 9, 10 a.m. March 10. Bands include The Mahones, Kevin Flynn & The Avondale Ramblers, Sean & Charlie. Blarney will also offer corn beef dinners for hungry patrons during the evening hours. Click here for more info. But don't wait too long! The deal only lasts until Wednesday at 6 p.m. Enter promo code "Blarney" to get the discount!
Miller Lite Free Rides will be offered from noon to 5 p.m. during the Oak Forest Fleadh. The free transportation will make 10 stops on its route, including the Oak Forest Metra Station and all 9 bars and restaurants participating in the Fleadh's open hous
The Fourth Annual Oak Forest Fleadh is right around the corner—in case you missed it, it's Saturday, March 9—and that means the drinks will be flowing from early morning until the wee hours of the night, thanks to the Fleadh bar and restaurant open house. To keep the party safe, Miller Lite will offer its Miller Lite Free Rides program from noon to 5 p.m. The free bus will ferry riders through 10 stops along its route, including all nine bars and restaurants participating in the open house and the Oak Forest Metra Station. Once the free rides stop, Miller Lite urges party participants call 1-800-Taxicab or text 'CHIRISH” to 90464 to be connected with local cab companies to keep streets and drivers safe. Need to know the hottest spots and …
Monday, March 4, 2013
Each day leading up to the Fleadh, Patch will feature a business participating in the Fleadh's Pub and Restaurant Open House Saturday, March 9.
The 4th annual Oak Forest Fleadh is just 5 days away (that's March 9), and Patch wants to make sure you're ready for all the happenings throughout the day. The latter half of the day features a bar and restaurant open house that kicks off at 5 p.m. and runs until the early morning hours. Nine Oak Forest watering holes will participate in the open house, and Patch will spotlight one each day until the big day. Today, Patch features Gaelic Park. What time does the party start? The party kicks off at at 11 a.m. at the Fleadh Family Parade and then transitions back to Gaelic Park for the rest of the day. What's going on? There's a lot happening at Gaelic throughout the day, but things kick into high gear at 3 p.m. in the Tara Room, when a St…
Sunday, March 3, 2013
Each day leading up to the Fleadh, Patch will feature a business participating in the Fleadh's Pub and Restaurant Open House Saturday, March 9.
The 4th annual Oak Forest Fleadh is just 6 days away (that's March 9), and Patch wants to make sure you're ready for all the happenings throughout the day. The latter half of the day features a bar and restaurant open house that kicks off at 5 p.m. and runs until the early morning hours. Nine Oak Forest watering holes will participate in the open house, and Patch will spotlight one each day until the big day. Today, Patch features Cindy's Pub. What time does the party start? Doors open at 11 a.m. for a full day of fun with food and drink specials all day. What's going on? Free food and cheap drinks will fix any customer's Irish jones throughout the day. What's it going to cost me? If you're looking to sip on a cold one, Miller products …
Saturday, March 2, 2013
Each day leading up to the Fleadh, Patch will feature a business participating in the Fleadh's Pub and Restaurant Open House Saturday, March 9.
The 4th annual Oak Forest Fleadh is just 7 days away (that's March 9), and Patch wants to make sure you're ready for all the happenings throughout the day. The latter half of the day features a bar and restaurant open house that kicks off at 5 p.m. and runs until the early morning hours. Nine Oak Forest watering holes will participate in the open house, and Patch will spotlight one each day until the big day. Today, Patch features the Mrs. O'Brien's Pub. What time does the party start? Doors open at 8 a.m. for a full day of Irish drink, dance and fun at Mrs. O'Brien's. What's going on? Pile in to Mrs. O'Brien's for a day of Guinness-fueled fun, then take in Ronn Barany who takes the stage at 7:30 p.m. What's it going to cost me? There's no…
Friday, March 1, 2013
Each day leading up to the Fleadh, Patch will feature a business participating in the Fleadh's Pub and Restaurant Open House Saturday, March 9.
The 4th annual Oak Forest Fleadh is just 8 days away (that's March 9), and Patch wants to make sure you're ready for all the happenings throughout the day. The latter half of the day features a bar and restaurant open house that kicks off at 5 p.m. and runs until the early morning hours. Nine Oak Forest watering holes will participate in the open house, and Patch will spotlight one each day until the big day. Today, Patch features the Marcotte's Bar and Grill. What time does the party start? Doors open at 8 a.m. at Marcotte's Bar and Grill, with breakfast food specials in the morning and drink specials all day. What's going on? Aside from the drink and food specials all day, Marcotte's will also be hosting a live DJ from 6 p.m. until close…
Thursday, February 28, 2013
Each day leading up to the Fleadh, Patch will feature a business participating in the Fleadh's Pub and Restaurant Open House Saturday, March 9.
The 4th annual Oak Forest Fleadh is just 9 days away (that's March 9), and Patch wants to make sure you're ready for all the happenings throughout the day. The latter half of the day features a bar and restaurant open house that kicks off at 5 p.m. and runs until the early morning hours. Nine Oak Forest watering holes will participate in the open house, and Patch will spotlight one each day until the big day. Today, Patch features the Oak Forest Bowl. What time does the party start? Doors open at 9 a.m. with drink and food specials running until the party ends at closing time, 2 a.m. What's going on? The party kicks into high gear at 2 p.m. with Impact Band taking the outdoor stage at 2 p.m. There will be heated decks and the patio will be…
Erin Wilder
10:59 pm on Tuesday, March 12, 2013
and I as well would like to thank Amy for raising money for cancer research im proud of her every little bit helps so Thank You Amy very grateful of you more ›