Still trying to figure out what you’re doing on St. Patrick’s Day? Well, if you’re looking for a fun way to celebrate, look no further. Here are some great ways to embrace the luck of the Irish.
The Weekend Before
Downtown Turlock welcomes everyone 21 and older to join in on a fun-filled Pub Crawl March 15.
The Pub Crawl begins at 12 p.m. and hits up local hotspots such as Red Brick Bar and Grill, El Jardín, Jura’s Pizza Parlor and Staley’s Bar.
Tickets can be purchased at Jura’s Pizza Parlor located at 309 N. Center St. in Turlock.
The cost to participate in the Pub Crawl is $25 and must be paid with cash (check, credit and debit card payments will not be accepted).The ticket fee does not include free spirits.
Each establishment will provide free food at each stop. There will also be a free photo booth at Red Brick Bar and Grill.
Participants are encouraged to purchase one drink at each stop and to wear lots of green for a chance to win a $200 prize.
Proceeds from the Pub Crawl will go to benefit the Turlock Salvation Army.
But don’t delay, the last day to get your tickets for the pub crawl is March 14.
For more information regarding the Pub Crawl, please contact Kristin Bettencourt at 209-815-3731.
The Day of…
With St. Patrick’s Day falling on a Monday this year, many of us will already have had our fair share of leprechaun costumes, green hats, shamrock shirts and beer for the year.
If you feel like it’s time to hit the refresh button after a weekend full of Irish festivities, be sure to make this St. Patrick’s Day inspired “Kiss Me, I’m Irish” green smoothie before you head out the door.
This healthy, sweet and delicious smoothie is not only filling, it’s packed full of nutrients that will be sure to leave you feeling reinvigorated and ready to tackle the new week.
“Kiss Me, I’m Irish” Green Smoothie
Ingredients
1 ½ cups of ice
1 bottle Zico coconut water
1 ½ cup baby spinach
1 ½ cup kale
1 pear, chopped
1 banana, sliced then frozen
Instructions 
1. Place ice, coconut water, baby spinach, kale, chopped pear and sliced frozen banana in a high speed blender and blend until smooth.
2. Add more coconut water or ice until desired consistency is reached.
3. Slàinte.