ASHEVILLE – Saint Patrick’s Day celebrations of Irish culture are planned across the city, with local pubs, breweries and restaurants planning a day-to-night marathon of jubilant bands, traditional fare and generous pours of Guinness and Irish whiskies and more as part of the observance.
The holiday will double as a grand opening for a downtown Irish pub that is set on nurturing and nourishing the Asheville community year-round.
“We wanted something that would be a good space for creating community and bringing people together, especially after the hurricane,” said Joanne Carroll, co-owner and general manager of Shamrock Irons Irish Pub…