Did St. Patrick's Day sneak up on you like a leprechaun this year? Here's a sampling of festivities around Newport-Mesa, so you'll be sure to get your fill of Guinness, corned beef and green party paraphernalia:
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Muldoon's (202 Newport Center Drive) is hosting its 38th annual St. Paddy's party, which will feature Van Dieman's Band and The Droppers providing tunes throughout the day and night. Breakfast will be served starting at 9 a.m. and Irish food and drinks will be available. The pub won't be charging a cover.
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Organizers of the Toshiba Classic golf tournament at the Newport Beach Country Club have been dropping clues on social media sites all weekend about where to find gold coins hidden around the course. A variety of prizes are up for grabs. The finder of a special "Pot of Gold" coin Sunday will win tickets to next year's tournament, as well as a chance at $1 million.