MelBivDevoe
March 17th is St. Patrick's Day, a holiday that celebrates Irish culture and religion. Observed in countries around the world since the very first parade in Ireland in 1783, it has also become synonymous in the US with "partying" - a day to gather with friends, attend festive parades, eat your corned beef and cabbage, and drink lots and lots of Guinness or green beer. In fact, this year it falls on a Saturday, which means lots of three-day celebrations for those revelers.
But St. Patrick's Day is more than just an excuse for shenanigans. Sure, you know that this day is associated with shamrocks and leprechauns, but do you know why we remember Saint Patrick, or how they observe this day in different parts of the US? I've scoured the internet to find some facts about this holiday that you may not know.
