Connolly’s Pub Going Smokeless

on East Moreland Avenue will be joining as Hatboro's only smoke-free places to grab a meal and a drink, according to Main Street Manager Stephen Barth.

“Hatboro’s revitalization has inspired us to make the pub smoke-free to attract a wider clientele looking for a good neighborhood gathering place," said the tavern's owner, Ed Connolly.

Connolly’s will put an end to smoking in the building starting St. Patrick's Day, Saturday, March 17.

The end of lighting up in the establishment, which has been a borough fixture since 1946, is in hopes to cater to the younger demographic that are looking for a "traditional community pub," Barth said.

Several other changes will be coming to the establishment in the coming weeks and months, according to Barth.

Behind Connolly's, an outside bar and dining area is being constructed for a late spring or early summer opening.

Also, the pub has unveiled a new menu to please patrons. The menu features a signature pulled pork sandwich and homemade German potato salad, Barth said. Daily lunch specials will also be offered.

Fresh Guinness on tap is being added to the beer menu. Connolly's will be the only bar in the borough to offer Guinness draft, which requires a special tap that mixes the nitrogen and carbon dioxide to give the beer its signature smoothness.

The tavern is planning several events to celebrate St. Patrick's Day and the smoking ban including giveaways, Irish music, green beer and shot specials.

After St. Patrick's Day passes, the pub will continue to offer karaoke every Monday, open mic night on Tuesdays and a DJ on Friday after dark.

Connolly, who has owned the pub since 2007, said his establishment is a "great place to meet friends and neighbors, watch a game or play pool.”