I can’t seem to figure out who Adrienne Cook is, but her words definitely sum up the way many of us along the Shoreline feel this time of year.
“St. Patrick’s Day is an enchanted time – a day to begin transforming winter’s dreams into summer’s magic.”
~Adrienne Cook
Summer truly is a magical time in our coastal towns, but I wouldn’t want you to rush ahead too quickly and miss out on the fun that Spring brings along with it! You’ve probably noticed while driving around town that the daffodils are beginning to awaken and so are many of our favorite outdoor family destinations. Take advantage of this weekend’s mild temperatures with a trip to Lyman Orchards to celebrate the Apple Barrel’s opening day or head over to Higganum to experience the new Dancing Daffodils farm. It’s the first PYO daffodil farm in Connecticut! Of course, in the week leading up to St. Patrick’s Day you’ll find many festive dining options and there’s quite a bit of live music to look forward to as well. Get out there and enjoy (but don’t forget to wash your hands)!
The Line-Up:
Tuesday, March 10th:
- “Drink-For-The-Kids” Extra Life Release Party hosted by Little House Brewing Company from 4-9pm
- St. Patrick’s Day Paint & Sip with Painted by the Shore at Chamard Vineyards from 6:30-8:30pm
Wednesday, March 11th
- Spring Floral Arrangement Workshop with Mar Floral at You, Me, & The Sea from 6-8pm
- Today is the last day to take advantage of the great Guilford Restaurant Week offerings
Thursday, March 12th
- Beekeeping and Gardening for Bees in Branford hosted by Necker’s Farm at Willoughby Wallace Memorial Library from 7-8pm
- Guinness 5 Course Beer Dinner at Bill’s Seafood in Westbrook from 6:30-9pm
- Wharf Unplugged featuring Ramblin’ Dan Stevens at the Madison Beach Hotel from 7:30-9:30pm
Friday, March 13th
- Jim Paradis Live at The Wharf hosted by the Madison Beach Hotel from 8:30-11pm
- Bill’s “Irish” All-Star Jazz Band at Bill’s Seafood in Westbrook from 7-9pm
- Live Music by Take Two and Call Me in the Morning at The Stand in Branford from 8:30-11:30pm
Saturday, March 14th
Apple Barrel Opening Day at Lyman Orchards from 9am-3pmCANCELLED- Dancing Daffodils Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at Halfinger Farms in Higganum at 11am
- Durham Winter Market at the Durham Town Green from 10am-1pm
- A Tribute to Billy Joel hosted by Water’s Edge Resort & Spa from 6-9pm
- Irish Dance Party with Rock & Soul Review at Bill’s Seafood in Westbrook from 7-10:30pm
Sunday, March 15th
- Pop & Pour Mimosas hosted by The Wharf at the Madison Beach Hotel from 11am-3pm
