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Saint Patrick's Day. What is Saint Patrick’s Days “St. Patrick's Day is celebrated on March 17, his religious feast day and the anniversary of his death.

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1 Saint Patrick's Day

2 What is Saint Patrick’s Days “St. Patrick's Day is celebrated on March 17, his religious feast day and the anniversary of his death in the fifth century. The Irish have observed this day as a religious holiday for over a thousand years. On St. Patrick's Day, which falls during the Christian season of Lent, Irish families would traditionally attend church in the morning and celebrate in the afternoon. Lenten prohibitions against the consumption of meat were waived and people would dance, drink and feast—on the traditional meal of Irish bacon and cabbage.”

3 Where did it Originate It originated on March17, 1762 by the end of the 14 th century in Britain.

4 Saint Patrick Foods Sausage and Potato Coddle Beer Irish Beef Stew Irish Soda Bread with Herbs

5 Fun in U.S.A The empire State building in New York City lit up green. Chicago River dyed green. Pitch people not wearing green. Dyed White House fountain green.


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