Saint Patrick's Day occurs during the lenten period (the 45 days before Easter). Traditionally many people give up things for lent However on St Patrick's day it's 'OK' to indulge in whatever you've given up. Many people give up drink - so St Patrick's day is a chance for them to party with an easy conscience. I believe that is why Patrick's day is deemed so important.
yes so you have a chance to wear green
he brought Christianity to Ireland
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March 17th
It is Ireland's national holiday. Where there are Irish people or people of Irish descent, St. Patrick's day will be celebrated. St. Patrick is credited with bringing Christianity to Ireland, which is why he is so important to the Irish people.
St. Patrick's day was first celebrated in Ireland.
pinch them
Haha yes! :O :D
Drinking and pinching
People celebrate St.Patrick's Day for the Irish culture
This year of 2011 it is on a Thursday ... ( the third Thursday in march)