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Friday, March 10

Giant trucks, check. Crazy stunts, check. Grab a beer and get over to Monster Jam, a live motorsports event at the Dunkin’ Donuts Center, to see the thrills and tricks first hand. 1 La Salle Square, Providence. 331-6700.

You’ve gotta catch ‘em all. Head on over to South Kingstown’s Parks and Recreation for the Leprechaun Trap Making and Hunt. You can make your own special trap and then search the Village Green to see if any leprechauns are out there. Who knows, you might even find some treasure. 325 Columbia Street, Wakefield. 789-9301.

If you want to improve your flexibility, or just try a new work-out, try the Introduction to Anti-Gravity Yoga Workshop. The class will not only be a new and fun experience, but will help you build cardiovascular and muscular strength. This class is just for beginners so no worries about not being perfect your first time. Raffa Yoga & Urban Sweat, 19 Sharpe Drive, Cranston. 463-3335.

Spend your night with everyone’s favorite church lady. Also known as SNL favorite, comedian and actor Martin Short. There will be plenty of laughs to be had at the Twin River Event Center. This all ages show is sure to delight the entire family. 100 Twin River Road, Lincoln. 877-827-4837.

Saturday, March 11

This year, Newport will host its 61st annual St. Patrick's Day Parade. The parade itself kicks off in the morning from City Hall on Broadway but the crowds start forming a couple hours beforehand. You'll want to make sure you're there nice and early. Newport, 846-5081.

Phish fans, are you ready to get funky to old hits? Look out for My Friends, a Phish tribute band at The Met. All ages are welcome to rock out with the band and the only requirement is a good taste in music. 1005 Main Street, Pawtucket. 729-1005.

Catch some local bands and help them get recognized at Burger Revolution Rhode Island 2017. Rock artist Harvey Garbage is teaming up with the dive bar News Cafe to bring local acts from around New England to rock the night away. The Burger Revolution is a global DIY event which allows any concert performed that day to be recognized and advertised by Burger Records from California. 43 Broad Street, Pawtucket. 728-6475.

Oh What A Night!, a concert and Tribute to Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, features performances of original hits as well as 10 releases that are not performed on the broadway musical, Jersey Boys. The cast recreates the original musicians’ hits, all while entertaining the audience with comedic banter. 28 Monument Square, Woonsocket. 762-4545.

Sunday, March 12

Traditional Irish dance gets pretty exciting at Rhythm in the Night, The Irish Dance Spectacular. The Irish dance troupe,  consisting of 20 of the world’s most skilled Irish dancers and musicians, will present the story of love and salvation while performing shoe jigs and fast-paced rhythms. 848 Park Avenue, Cranston. 467-7275.

Joint locks, clinch-fighting and tackling - oh my! Watch professional, local, and out-of-state Wrestlers at the Black Box, hosted by Live Prov Wrestling. There will be live music by Math The Band and all ages are welcome. Get ready to have some fun and maybe avoid any metal chairs. 95 Empire Street, Providence. 831-9327.

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