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Simple Ways to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day

You don’t have to cook corned beef and cabbage for a busload of guests or paint your house green to show that you have St. Patrick’s Day pride. Instead, you can celebrate the holiday in a more low-key fashion by completing some of these simple projects: 1. Bake Glazed Mint Chocolate Chip Brownies Ingredients for Brownies: 3/4 cup Cocoa 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 2/3 cup butter or margarine, melted and divided 1/2 cup boiling water 2 cups sugar 2 eggs 1-1/3 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/4 teaspoon salt 1-2/3 cups (10-oz. pkg.) Mint Chocolate Chips Ingredients for … Continue reading →

St. Patrick’s Day Fun for the Entire Family

Moms, dads, grandmas, grandpas, kids, and second cousins once removed, can all get in on St. Patrick’s Day fun with the following simple ideas. The first is an easy craft project that will ensure that no one in the family will get pinched for not wearing green. Meanwhile, the second suggestion is a great way to encourage reluctant participants to get into the holiday spirit. After all, no one can resist chocolate, so why not gather the clan to whip up some tasty St. Patrick’s Day Peppermint Pattie Pudding? GREEN AND GOLD ST. PATRICK’S DAY PIN Materials (for one pin): … Continue reading →

Ways To Go Green on St. Patrick’s Day

It may not be a national holiday in this country, but March 17th is a day to celebrate nonetheless. St. Patrick’s Day is for the Irish, those who wish they were Irish, and those who are simply looking for a reason to drink… I mean… party… I mean… wear green. For my family, which happens to be part Irish, March 17th is a day filled with parades, corned beef and cabbage and crafts. Even if you are not Irish you can get into the spirit by going green with these fun activities: Green Shaving Cream: Add a few drops of … Continue reading →

St. Patrick’s Day Fun for Kids

Today my kindergartner blasted out of her classroom and raced down the school hallway with what looked like a rainbow colored contrail floating behind her. As she jumped into my arms I realized that the blaze of color was in fact a handful of paper streamers. “Nice tail,” I quipped. “It’s not a tail,” my daughter responded repositioning the streamers so I could see them better. “It’s a St. Patrick’s Day rainbow and I’m the pot of gold at the end of it.” Of course! What was I thinking? A paper plate with a bunch of streamers attached to it … Continue reading →

Irish Eyes Are Smilin’

Tomorrow is St. Patrick’s Day, a time to celebrate all things Irish. However, you don’t have to dine on Corned Beef and Cabbage, don green or pick a four-leaf clover to get into the spirit of the holiday. Simply, share the following riddles with your children or friends to spread the fun this St. Paddy’s Day: Q: Why did the man cross the road? A: Because there was a leprechaun on the other side with a pot of gold. Q: Why do people wear shamrocks on St. Patrick’s Day? A: Regular rocks are too heavy. Q: Why can’t you borrow … Continue reading →

Inexpensive Ways to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day

We happened to miss the St. Patrick’s Day parade in Philadelphia, the second oldest St. Pat’s parade in the country (New York’s parade has the title of oldest). Viewing parades are a great way to get some free entertainment, connect with your community and celebrate a holiday. I also have some other ideas about how to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. You can have a fun time with your family and friends when you try out one of these inexpensive ways to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. If you want to celebrate at home with a St. Patrick’s Day party, you can … Continue reading →

Make St. Patrick’s Day Fun

You don’t have to fly to Ireland to make this St. Patrick’s Day one to remember. The following activities will help make the March 17th holiday a fun-filled day for the entire family: POT OF GOLD TREASURE HUNT Directions: Draw a simple map of your house. Make a sign from markers and poster board that reads: “POT OF GOLD.” Then, attach it to a plastic jar (an old plastic mayonnaise jar works well). Next, fill the jar with your children’s favorite gold-colored snacks such as chocolate gold coins, potato chips, Corn Puffs, etc. Hide the pot of gold somewhere in … Continue reading →

St. Patrick’s Day Crafts for Preschoolers

St. Patrick’s Day is less than two weeks away, and while the occasion is not surrounded by as much pomp and pageantry as Easter or Valentine’s Day, it’s still a great reason to gather the kids for a day of craft making. The following green-themed crafts are ideal for younger children, who are eager to craft on their own, but don’t mind getting a helping hand from mom or dad once in a while: DECORATIVE SHAMROCKS Materials: Safety scissors Glue Green construction paper Fruit Loops (you can substitute with colored macaroni) Markers or crayons Glitter glue Glitter Sequins Directions: Draw … Continue reading →

Real St. Patrick’s Day Fun

You could dine on Corned Beef and Cabbage, soda bread and shamrock shakes at your favorite family restaurant this St. Patrick’s Day, or if you really want to celebrate like the Irish you could take advantage of the phenomenal travel deals being offered right now to the Emerald Isle. Ireland boasts one of the world’s most fascinating cultures and some of the planet’s most breathtaking sceneries, and now is the best time to explore the area without breaking the bank. From now until the end of March several properties in Ireland are offering great savings on fantastic accommodations. It’s a … Continue reading →

St. Patrick’s Day Fun for the Whole Family

If you think this blog is rushing things a bit, then you haven’t strolled through Wal-Mart or Target recently. Both stores are already hawking Easter items. Meanwhile, the St. Patrick’s Day loot is tucked away in an obscure corner near the pet items. I’m only an eighth Irish, but you don’t have to have an ounce of green blood running through your veins to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. Just gather the family, whip up some Corned Beef and Cabbage, potatoes, soda bread, and some shamrock shakes and you’ll be in business. Then, gather the kids, clear off the table and … Continue reading →