Ideas to Celebrate St. Patrick's Day It's time for the "wearing
o' the green," as we honor the patron saint of Ireland, Bishop
Patrick and everything Irish. St. Patrick introduced
Christianity into Ireland during the fifth century. According to
legend, he used the shamrock, or three-leaf clover, to teach his
converts about the Holy Trinity, and performed many miracles. In
Ireland the people honor St. Patrick with a national holiday and
a week of religious festivities. Celebrations in the United
States include parades and parties with green food and drink.
Those who are Irish (and most other folk) wear articles of green
clothing to get into the holiday spirit. Almost everyone claims
to have a little Irish in them on this special day. Penny
Warner, author of The Best Party Book (Meadowbrook Press, 1992),
has these great ideas for a happy St. Patrick's Day. - Send out
Blarney Stone invitations. Paint large stones green, write party
details in permanent marker and set the Blarney Stones at your
guests' front door