In The Know
Hello March! by Jessica Ryan
During its 31 days, March is quite a busy month. While many associate the month with Saint Patrick’s Day and the first day of spring, there are many other events occurring in March. Here are some events to check out: March 1: National Education Association’s Read Across America Day Throughout his lifetime, Theodor Giesel, famously known as Dr. Seuss, published 46 children’s books. On March 1, The National Education Association (NEA)’s Read Across America Day will honor Dr. Seuss’s birthday (which actually occurs on March 2). This year’s theme is “Grab your Hat and Read with the Cat.” It’s time to read your favorite Dr. Seuss book to your child, your pet or to yourself. Dr. Seuss’ books are available at the R.F. Sink Memorial Library, located on 38 Screaming Eagle Boulevard. To find your favorite Dr. Seuss book, go to their catalog at https://mylibraryus.fmwr.net/search~S21 or call (270) 798-5729. March 15: Fort Campbell Officers’ Spouses’ Club VICE Night 2013 The Fort Campbell Officers’ Spouses’ Club (OSC) will hold their Very Important Charitable Event, also known as VICE Night, at 6 p.m. in Cole Park Commons. The Fort Campbell OSC raises money for their Scholarship and Welfare Grants program which gives scholarships to active duty Soldiers and their dependents, Retirees and Gold Star Family members. This year’s theme is a Boot Scootin’ Bash. Attendees will get the chance to wear their favorite Wild West themed attire, bid during the live and silent auctions and enjoy a performance by the Joel Brown Band. Tickets are $25 per person. Additionally, the Fort Campbell OSC is seeking donations for auctioned items. Visit www.fortcampbellosc.com for ticket purchases, donation inquires and questions. March 15: Dueling Pianos at The Zone Shake, Rattle and Roll Dueling Pianos returns to The Zone for a free performance starting at 7 p.m. The dueling
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pianos act will perform both classic and current hits that will get audience members clapping and singing along. The first 100 people through the door at 6:30 p.m. will receive a $5 voucher to use towards food and beverage purchases. The Zone is an age 18+ facility located on 3910 Indiana Avenue. For more information, call (270) 461-0603.
16, in their downtown area. Visit www.houstoncochamber.com/home-page-for-festivitiescms-83 for the parade and event details. Many cities will also host local celebrations during the Saint Patrick’s Day weekend. Don’t forget to wear green on this day or else you will be pinched! March 31: Easter Sunday Brunch at Cole Park Commons Cole Park Commons will host a special Easter Sunday brunch from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. This year’s menu includes a large selection of breakfast and lunch favorites including stuffed pork loin, chicken with orange sauce, hash brown casserole, mashed potatoes and gravy and vegetables. There will also be a ham carving station, omelet station, waffle station, assortment of scrumptious desserts, chocolate fountain and more. Rumor has it that a special floppy eared guest will make an appearance. Tickets are $20.95 for adults and children age 11 and older; $10.95 for children ages 6-10; and free for children afe 5 and under. Tickets can be purchased in advance at the Eagle Catering Office, located inside Cole Park Commons. For more information, call (270) 798-4610 ext. 119.
March 16: Breakfast with the Easter Bunny at D.W. Recreation Center The Easter Bunny will hop over to D.W. Recreation Center for a breakfast and meet and greet from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Guests are welcomed to take pictures with the Easter Bunny as well as participate in a coloring contest and get the opportunity to win door prizes. Tickets cost $3 for children age 12 and under and $5 for ages 13 and over. On March 14, ticket prices will increase to $5 for children age 12 and under and $7 for ages 13 and over. Tickets can be purchased for $10 at the door if food is available. D.W. Recreation Center is located on 6145 Desert Storm Avenue. For more information, call (270) 798-7446. March 16-17: Saint Patrick’s Day Weekend Erin, Tennessee will host the 51st Annual Wearin’ of the Green Irish Day Parade and Arts and Crafts Festival on March
March 31: Easter Egg Hunt at D.W. Recreation Center Who doesn’t love an Easter egg hunt? On Easter Sunday, children will get the opportunity to roam on the DW Recreation Center lawn and try to find as many Easter Eggs as possible. There will be six separate hunts for each age group. Age groups and time are as follows: walking through age 2 at 2:30 p.m.; children age 3 at 3 p.m.; ages 4 and 5 at 3:30 p.m.; ages 6 and 7 at 4 p.m.; ages 8 and 9 at 4:30 p.m.; and ages 10 to 12 at 5 p.m. Children need to bring their own basket to put their Easter eggs in. For more information, call (270) 798-7446. *Dates, times and ticket prices are subject to change