The rugby team from Ireland will play the USA side at Widener on, yes, St. Patrick's Day.

Sounds like a party, and if not, there will be a party afterward at Harrah's-Chester.

The following is the press release from the promoters:

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Harrah’s Chester Casino & Racetrack

Hosts

THE BIGGEST ST.PATRICK'S DAY PARTY IN THE TRI STATE AREA

Saturday, March 17^th 2012

Sponsored by Harrah’s Chester Casino & Racetrack, AMNRL Rugby will host The Donnybrook Cup Rugby Match, USA vs. Ireland at Widener University beginning at 1:00pm on March 17^th.

Harrah’s Chester will host the Official After Party that will feature Blackthorn, Delaware County’s Legendary # 1 Irish Celtic Rock & Roll Band. Blackthorn party tickets can be purchased at Harrah’s Chester the day of the event. Doors open at 1:30pm. Tickets are also available by visiting the Donnybrook Cup website at www.donnybrookcup.com. Check out the Rugby & Harrah’s After Party Combo Passes for a full day of excitement!

Blackthorn will debut at Harrah’s Chester starting at 3:00pm on the Riverview Grandstand Deck overlooking the scenic Delaware River.

Harrah’s Chester’s talented chef’s will showcase Irish food & beverages and boasts 6 world class restaurants offering a variety of cuisines to satisfy any palette.

Harrah’s Chester offers the best rewards membership program in the country! Sign up for Total Rewards today and receive: Free Slot Play, Free Room in AC and Free Food! Also, enjoy world class live horse racing, the hottest slots and table games! Harrah’s Chester – Your Place for Hometown Action!

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