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Sebastian Barry’s tale of love and redemption is coming to Ambler’s Act II Playhouse.

The parade was days away, and St. Patrick’s Day a full week away, but it’s never too early to celebrate being Irish in Philadelphia.

Let us help you plan the biggest week of the year! Oh, and wear the deely bobbers, but we hear you can leave the umbrella at home.

Kathy McGee Burns, president of Philadelphia St. Patrick’s Day Observance Association, introduces her RIng of Honor–eight women–and the parade’s Grand Marshal, an Immaculate Heart of Mary nun who has devoted her career to teaching. . .with a little dancing on the side.

Michael Bradley was one of two recipients of the 2011 Spirit of O’Hara Alumni Award this past Sunday. Photos.

We know the best places to watch, grab a bite to eat, and heed nature’s call. And if you’re smart, you’ll take a page from this doggie and dress up. Someone might take your picture!

Who brews the best Irish coffee in town? According to the Ancient Order of Hibernians Division 1 in Swedesburg, it’s Elks Lodge 714 in Norristown.

Ka-ching! That’s the sound of the coffers of the Philadelphia St. Patrick’s Day Parade filling up. The folks who attended the Sunday Blackthorn fundraiser were happy to part with their money. They were repaid in craic! We have photos.