Saint Patrick's Day

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March 17th is St. Patrick's Day, and although it is traditionally an Irish Catholic holiday, people around the world from all religions and nationalities love to celebrate this holiday. Even those with no Irish descent can be "Irish for a day!"

In honor of Saint Patrick, a patron saint of Ireland, people celebrate by wearing green (and often times orange, in honor of Ireland's flag), eating green foods, and drinking green-colored drinks. Cities around the world host parades and celebrations. People in the United States wear lots of green clothing and items, as the tradition is that they are pinched if they are caught without!

We have compiled some of our favorite St. Patrick's Day ideas to get your creative juices flowing on deciding how you will celebrate this holiday in your home.

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Create St. Patrick's Day Traditions for Your Children
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St. Patrick's Day Quiz
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On The Menu:

Corned Beef and Cabbage
A tradition among Irish-Americans in the United States, this hearty dish is warming and good for the soul. Though it is a special, celebratory dish in the US, those in Ireland see it more as a common dish. Nonetheless, we regard it as a special tradition.

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