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St. Patrick's Day Quick Facts So, why green? What's with the shamrocks? And who's St. Patrick? St. Patrick—Known as the Apostle of Ireland. He lived from 389 to 461. 
March 17—Date of St. Patrick's feast day in Ireland.
In America, this day evolved into a secular celebration of Irish heritage.When did it catch on here?—In 1737, the Charitable Irish Society of Boston conducted the first American St. Patrick's Day parade. The shamrock—Historically considered good luck by the Irish. It's the country's national symbol and is purported to have been used by St. Patrick to illustrate the Trinity. Green—Worn by Americans on St. Patrick's Day to represent the lush Irish landscape. Green is also Ireland's national color. (It was American school children who started the tradition of giving a pinch to those not wearing green.) Leprechauns—Old Irish for "small bodies." In Irish folklore, they're mischievous shoemaking elves who know where gold is hidden. |
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Sandwich Chart
Brown bagging's a breeze with this handy chart to post on pantry or fridge. A Pretty Palate Color your menu with 5 a day the easy way. Sunless Shimmer Capture the glow of summer all year round with beautiful bronzers.  |
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