Happy St. Patrick’s Day

• Break out your Green or your Orange, today is St. Patrick’s Day.  Irish or not, everyone enjoys celebrating today in any number of ways.

How much do you know about St. Patrick?  Let’s visit the History Channel for more information on the history of his special day.

Here’s some fun facts about St. Patrick and his special day:

• He was born in Britain, not Ireland
• There were no snakes for him to banish
• Leprechauns are likely based on Celtic Fairies
• The Shamrock was considered a sacred plant
• The first St. Patrick’s Day Parade was held in “America” – Guess what year!
• Corned Beef and Cabbage is an American innovation