St. Patrick's Day

Shamrock plants, also known as white clover, are low-growing perennials that thrive in a sunny, moist location. They grow starting at the tip by sending out runners that take root. It is best to...

St. Patrick's Day is about everything Irish, from green to shamrocks and Guinness. Instead of throwing on the same old green shirt or green baseball hat, learn how to make a festive top hat to...

What better time of the year than now to go green? This article will give you some ideas for a Green Party. Hopefully, your imagination will be sparked and you can throw an amazing Green Party

Meatcakes originated in Ireland and were popular after the Great Famine,(1845-1850) when the Irish slowly had access again to meat. Much of their healthy livestock died during the Famine. In fact,...

Ah, the luck of the Irish is upon us once again me friends! Green Beer, Green eggs, parades, and who could forget the green beads! Like it or not, the holiday is coming and St. Patrick’s Day is a...

Making a Leprechaun Trap for St. Patrick’s Day is a fun and creative craft-project for children to do. Why would you want to capture a leprechaun??? Well, to get his gold, of course!!! Legend...

There are easy and fun ways to celebrate this festive holiday that require little to no cash. But they're just as fun as the big spending ideas, and in some regards, much safer and more relaxing!

Ah...the luck of the Irish. To prepare for the big day -- March 17 -- think two words, responsibility and fun. St. Patrick's Day is a day steeped in traditions and lots of partying! Enjoy the...

St. Patrick's Day is meant for celebrating Irish heritage--and having a wee bit of fun. Since it's not about gift giving or big expectations--this holiday is perfect for casual family...

A Saint Patrick's Day office party can be a great deal of fun. Typically in many offices, one person is selected to be in charge of the party. Use these handy tips for planning a Saint Patrick's...

The following was gleaned from Irish citizens, some of whom are my relatives! In contrast to stereotype, here’s how to have a “real” Irish St Paddy’s Day:

Saint Patrick's Day can be fun for all ages. A party for the kids will be a real hit!

"Green" and "beer" are St. Patrick's Day icons--but that doesn't mean they are immune to a makeover. Here's a twist on how to incorporate them both into your lucky celebration--enter the St....

Chicago has some of the biggest and best St. Patrick's Day celebrations in the US.

St. Patrick's Day is one of America's biggest party days, so why not celebrate it in it's birthplace, New York City. Wait you are saying, isn't St. Patrick's Day an Irish holiday? Well sort of....

Whether or not you are Irish, we are all Irish on St. Patrick's Day! This year, why not start some fun new St. Patrick's Day traditions at your home? Here are a few ideas to get you dancing a...

This holiday is celebrated around the world on March 17th to honor St. Patrick who is the patron of Ireland. Go ahead and take part in this wonderful celebration even if you are not Irish.

Happy St. Patrick's Day. March 17th is St. Patrick's Day and since you're wearing green, you might as well do it up right and go green for St. Patty's Day. It's a great time to make a difference...

If you do not know the history of St. Patrick's day or how it came about you may simply know of it as a day to wear green and feel lucky. Though there is a lot of serious history behind St....

Corned Beef is a favorite of the Irish, and a classic meat for your St. Patrick's Day dinner. Here's an easy recipe for Glazed Corned Beef, a nice alternative to some of the more traditional...

This article details how to stage a leprechaun visit. Parents: this is great fun for your children at home OR Teachers: This will work GREAT in the classroom. The children get SO excited! Plan a...

Are you planning to host a get together this St. Patrick's Day? Then you are probably going to have beer. There's nothing more festive than green, so why hot try and turn the beer green that you...

While St. Patrick's Day originally was celebrated as a religious holiday honoring St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, today the day is celebrated in a variety of entertaining ways. More than...

Even if you stay home for the other 364 days of the year, Saint Patrick's Day is a prime time to hit the streets for some green beer or a pint of Guinness and some Irish tunes with friends....

St. Patrick's Day is one of the biggest party days in the U.S. In the middle of a long, cold March, what could be more fun than to liven things up with an Irish-themed bash? The green decorations...

It's St. Patrick's Day--a day of food, fun and drinking. With bars opening as early as laws allow (sometimes as early as 6 a.m.), and day-long drinking celebrations, it's very easy to overindulge...

Everyone's Irish on the 17th of March or at least willing to celebrate. It doesn't have to be a falling-down-drunk kind of party. Try this formula for an easy to plan and execute party.

St. Patrick's Day is acomin' and with it the chance to see the wee faerie folk known as leprechauns. As the story 'tis told, if you're to catch a leprechaun he'll do anything to get away--even...

It’s a holiday associated with the green hills of Ireland, green clovers and leprechauns in little green hats. The Patron Saint of Ireland St. Patrick is celebrated every March 17th, and although...

It’s a holiday associated with the green hills of Ireland, green clovers and leprechauns in little green hats. The Patron Saint of Ireland St. Patrick is celebrated every March 17th and although...

Celebrate the "luck o' the Irish" and bring out the lucky charms, four-leaf clovers and leprechauns! On this Saint Patty's Day, dress in green and throw the ultimate Saint Patty's Day House Party!

Changing your screensavers to match different holidays throughout the year gives you one more way to celebrate the events. In the past, screensavers required a purchase, but many are available...

St. Patrick's Day is not traditionally a day to give large, expensive gifts. Still, many people celebrate it by offering favors and small tokens of appreciation. The tradition is especially...

There are literally dozens of different forms and designs for shamrock hats, all of which are easy to make and require very few items. The version most commonly made by crafters is done in two...

If you are throwing a St. Patrick's Day party, you will need party favors to give away at the end of the celebration. While you could easily buy them at party supply stores, making them is half...

Wearing a pin is a St. Patrick's Day tradition, especially if you plan on attending a parade. Pins come in all types and sizes, and while the choices may seem random and endless, there are a few...

Starting a St. Patrick's Day family tradition is a great way to celebrate your heritage and to unite the family in remembering history and customs. Even if you don't have an Irish background, you...

The dyeing of the Chicago River is a St. Patrick's Day tradition dating back to 1962. Back then, the city used dye to color the river green, but they soon found out that this meant changing the...

Major League Baseball (MLB) is the professional association governing baseball in the US. MLB is famous for offering all types of merchandise for different holidays. St. Patrick's Day is no exception.

The Chicago St. Patrick's Day Parade is one of the largest parades of its kind in the world, and it's broadcasted to millions of homes each year. The Chicago St. Patrick's Day Parade is also one...

Boston is known the world over for it's vibrant Irish community, and there is no better way to join in festivities for St. Patrick's Day than by taking part in the annual St. Patrick's Day Parade...

The New York City St. Patrick's Day Parade is arguably the largest parades of its kind in the world. There are no floats, cars or commercial exhibits, just marchers wending their way up fifth...

Having a lawn goose is fast becoming the thing to do if you live in a Midwestern suburb. Dressing the lawn goose for holidays can sometimes create interesting problems. If you don't know how to...

The Blarney Stone is a stone that can be found in the Blarney Castle tower in Blarney, Ireland. Legend says that the Blarney Stone has magical powers, and those that kiss it will receive the give...

St. Patrick's Day is a cherished holiday which is in honor of Saint Patrick who was credited for bringing Christianity to Ireland. Today we celebrate St. Patrick's Day and Ireland in tradition of...

While parades celebrate Christmas, New Year's, Thanksgiving and other occasions, no holiday seems to bring about parade revelry like St. Patrick's Day. The St. Patrick's Day parades in Chicago and...

St Patrick's Day parades are a celebration of all things Irish, which as stereotypes would suggest, include a lot of alcohol and the inevitable intoxication. But staying sober at a green parade...

On March 17 every year we get a taste of the Irish on St. Patrick's Day, which would not be the same without all things green. We wear green clothing, decorate with green, eat green foods and make...

St. Patrick's Day, March 17, is the celebration of the patron saint of Ireland, St. Patrick. In America, the day is an occasion for parades, sharing a pint or two of beer, and a festive dinner....

A St. Patrick's Day parade is serious business. Maybe not for the crowd but a lot of work goes on behind the scenes to keep everything running smoothly. The grand marshal has the prestigious job...