EVENT OF THE WEEK

Tuesday, March 17

There is no better way to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day than with a full-fledged Irish celebration. No, that doesn’t necessarily include copious amounts of lager. On March 17, The Beehive is ringing in the holiday with acts reminiscent of the land of leprechauns itself. ‘Erin Go Beehive’ will feature step dancers, Irish fare a la carte and the musical stylings of Matt and Shannon Heaton, an act that includes flute, guitar and bouzouki. 541 Tremont St.; 5 p.m. to 2 a.m.; no cover, but bring money for food; reservations recommended; 617-504-7585.

Thursday, March 12

Author Laura Lippman’s novel ‘Life Sentences’ tackles memory and truth:’ The protagonist discovers the topic of her next memoir when she encounters an elementary school friend who has been accused of a crime. Lippman is a New York Times bestselling author and former reporter at the Baltimore Sun. Remember to head to 450 Dodge Hall at noon to meet Lippman. The event is sponsored by NU Libraries and the NU bookstore. Free; [email protected].

Woody Allen’s best-known film is arguably ‘Annie Hall,’ featuring the brilliant Diane Keaton in the title role. Allen stars alongside Keaton as Alvy Singer, a New York comedian who falls in love with Annie, although she wants to be more independent. The two move from the perfect pair to birds of a different feather, their chemistry undeniable, all the while. The screening is free and sponsored by Friends of the Somerville Public Library. 79 Highland Ave. in Somerville; 6:30 p.m.; free; 617-623-5000.

Friday, March 13

There are plenty of reasons to grow a mustache. Some of them include:’ wanting to look like the sexy Tom Selleck, wanting to look like a ’70s porn star and just wanting to look cool in general. But now there’s a new reason:’ The 826 Boston Moustache-a-thon Finale, with comedy group Union Square Round Table and the band Thick Shakes will celebrate 60 ‘stache growers who got a hairy upper lip to raise money for youth literacy. PA’s Lounge at 345 Somerville Ave. in Somerville; 8 p.m.; free but donations welcome; 617-776-1557.

Saturday, March 14

There are some combinations of things that can elicit a wary response. Take, for instance, when Grammy producers thought it would be a good idea to pair up the Jonas Brothers with Stevie Wonder for an on-air collaboration. The result wasn’t good. But then, there are combos that are unexpectedly well done. Joe Goode Performance Group’s show with puppeteer Basil Twist combines dance, text, songs and puppets. You can’t go wrong. Blackman Auditorium; 8 p.m.; $5 with NU ID; [email protected].

Sunday, March 15

Throwing a party with a theme is a surefire way to make it rock. Doesn’t a No Pants Birthday Party sound like a raucously good time? And how about a ‘Would you be my friend if I wore this?’ party? Just face it, everyone has a better time when themes are involved. Massachusetts Singles’ Magazine is hosting a ‘Write on a T-shirt party.’ The title is self-explanatory, and the 12 bucks it costs to get in the door includes a shirt and a marker. Tommy Doyle’s at 96 Winthrop St. in Cambridge; 6 p.m.; 617-864-0655.

Monday, March 16

Going to a concert to see a relatively unknown act can be perilous. Who wants to be stuck in some underground club next to total strangers listening to the latest pop/rock radio reject singing songs about parties? No one, that’s who. But, this won’t be the case at the Butch Walker concert. He was the writer and producer for some of Avril Lavigne’s songs, but sounds nothing like her (thankfully). Check him out at Paradise Rock Club at 967 Commonwealth Ave.; 8 p.m.; $18; 617-562-8800.

Wednesday, March 18

Slam poetry can be interpreted in many ways, but one thing’s for sure:’ The rhythmic series of words are sonically pleasing. Mike McGee, slam poet extraordinaire and winner of titles like National Poetry Slam Individual and Individual World Poetry Slam, is performing at The Cantab Lounge. He’s toured all over peddling his poetry and comic timing, so it’ll be good. 738 Massachusetts Ave. in Cambridge; 10 p.m.; $3; [email protected].