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Although annual events such as the Shamrock Club s Irish Family Reunion
and St. Patrick s Day Parade are canceled because of COVID-19, President Andy Shuman said the club will look forward to conducting events in 2022.
Meanwhile, here s a sampling of events taking place in person or virtually to recognize Ireland s heritage and culture.
Family events
• St. Patrick s Day reverse parade
The City of Dublin will host the annual St. Patrick s Day Parade from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at Darree Fields, 6259 Cosgray Rd. But with social-distancing guidelines in effect, it won t be your typical parade.
The parade s Irish dancers, floats and other participant groups will be stationary as spectators pass through the free event from their cars.
Dublin, Ohio settled in the early 1800s and named after Dublin, Ireland normally goes big on St. Patrick s Day with a parade, dancing, parties and more.
In 2021, they ll hold a scaled-down version of festivities because of the pandemic, but Dublin also has some creative ideas on how to celebrate if you re toasting the Irish at home.
• Celtic Cocktail Trail: Try Dublin s Irish-inspired dining and craft cocktails at restaurants and bars throughout the city and win prizes for participation. Can t be in Dublin? Mix up these recipes at home for drinks like the Quiet Leprechaun, The Irish Sunset and the Dublin Rover.