St. Patrick’s Day: Local ways you can still celebrate under Coronavirus guidelines

With the recommendation that residents stay away from crowds, and the closing of Ohio bars and restaurants aside from carry-out and delivery, many are wondering how they can still celebrate one of the Dayton area’s favorite holidays.

Here are a few ideas for Miami Valley lads and lasses:

Order carry-out from a local Irish joint, like Dublin Pub or O’Connors. They’d love to still see you!

Here's a full list of restaurants and bars still offering services

Stream local celebrations online

Establishments like Dublin Pub have been posting videos throughout the day

Stream a concert online

Springfield native John Legend held an online concert Tuesday, and more entertainers may follow suit.

Come join me on Instagram Live! https://t.co/jEbhMRblMB #TogetherAtHome pic.twitter.com/sVFqzQ5P8o
— John Legend (@johnlegend) March 17, 2020

Try out a new cocktail at home

Liquor stores around the Miami Valley are still open
Here's a list of 16 green concoctions

Try out a new Irish dish

If you can get your hands on the ingredients, these recipes are sure to put you in the spirit.

Try out an Irish game

Whether you're spending time with the kids tonight, or inviting a small group of friends over (complying with the president's 10-person rule), here are some entertainment ideas.
List of kid friendly games
List of drinking games

Hold a virtual party

With technology like Facebook Live and virtual hangouts, friends can still spend the holiday together online.
Grab a drink and set up a time with your friends to tele-meet!

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