Irish Festival of Music and Recitations. Come celebrate St. Patrick's Day with a celebration of Irish literature, poetry, and song.  This is an event where your friends and neighbors sign up to read, recite, or sing works by their favorite Irish writers or from their own Irish-inspired work. 1 to 4 p.m. at Conkling Hall, 8 Methodist Hill Rd, Rensselaerville, 12147.