Hi! This is information that I found. In Great Britain and much of the world celebrate Easter.
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The Resurrection Sunday is celebrated the Sunday after Good Friday as a memorial of the resurrection of Jesus after his death on the cross. The name of this event in English-Easter-is related to the Saxon goddess of spring, Eostre, whose day coincided with the spring equinox. The British tradition indicates that they should give lavishly decorated chocolate eggs loved ones, to symbolize the new life that spring brings.
Easter has always had its non-religious side. In fact, Easter was originally a pagan festival. It was co-opted by Christian missionaries starting in the second century CE.
As it happened, the pagan festival of Eastre occurred at the same time of year as the Christian observance of the Resurrection of Christ. It made sense, therefore, to alter the festival itself, to make it a Christian observance as pagans were slowly indoctrinated. The early name, Eastre, was eventually changed to its modern spelling, Easter.
The Easter Bunny
The Easter Bunny is not a modern invention. The symbol originated with the pagan festival of Eastre. The goddess, Eastre, was worshipped by the Anglo-Saxons through her earthly symbol, the rabbit.
The Germans brought the symbol of the Easter rabbit to America. It was widely ignored by other Christians until shortly after the Civil War. In fact, Easter itself was not widely celebrated in America until after that time. In adittion the rabbit mean locky.
The Easter Egg
As with the Easter Bunny and the holiday itself, the Easter Egg predates the Christian holiday of Easter. The exchange of eggs in the springtime is a custom that was centuries old when Easter was first celebrated by Christians.
From the earliest times, the egg was a symbol of birth in most cultures. Eggs were often wrapped in gold leaf or, if you were a peasant, colored brightly by boiling them with the leaves or petals of certain flowers.
Today, children hunt colored eggs and place them in Easter baskets along with the modern version of real Easter eggs -- those made of plastic or chocolate candy.
On the 17th of March is the celebration of St. Patrick, an Irish feast honoring Patrick, who was the missionary who evangelized and brought Christianity to the island in 400 AD century. From the beginning of the holiday week is time to party and bring the green in America was held for the first time in 1737 in Boston, Massachusetts, USA. San Patricio, whose real name was Maewyn Succat, born around 387 in Bennhaven Taberniae in Scotland today. The son of a Roman officer, whose religion was Catholicism. Patrick was kidnapped at the age of 16 by pirates who sold him into slavery. During her 6 years of captivity, he found strength in their religious faith. After he escaped, St. Patrick studied religion in Europe and traveled to Ireland to spread the word of Christ and it was there he became a preacher of the Gospel, Ireland was an island at that time was divided into many clans under the powerful authority of the druidas.Se adapted well to the social conditions of the site, forming a local clergy and several Christian communities, while respecting the traditions and customs of its inhabitants. It is known as the Apostle of Ireland, where he died about the year 461.Él got used to using the three-leafed shamrock as a metaphor to explain the concept of the Holy Trinity (Father, Son and Holy Spirit), he said that Like clover was the same unit but with three different people (one stem with three leaves. Legend has it that St. Patrick drove all the snakes out of Ireland, entering the sea where they drowned. The explanation would be that the snake was a revered pagan symbol and perhaps this was a figurative tale alluding to the fact that he walked away paganism out of Ireland. The plant is so entrenched that even in Ireland during the eighteenth century came to designate the island as the "County Clover." Irish emigrants who had to leave their country have taken it as an object that will protect them anywhere in the world.
SAN PATRICIO AND GOBLINS The elves and especially the Leprechaun are part of the popular symbols of the holiday of St. Patrick. The ancient stories come down to us, talk to the elves will visit you at night, pinching the legs, if not a little green lights on St. Patrick's Day. The leprechaun, the leprechaun is characteristic of Ireland, its name derived from the luchorpan Irish word meaning "small body." A leprechaun is a fairy who takes on the appearance of a miniature old man. Leprechauns are solitary creatures and spend their time making shoes. If you walk through the woods of Ireland, St. Patrick's Day and have the opportunity to hear the sound of a hammer, it's because there's a leprechaun working. If you can capture, will be required to take the cache of gold coins, but, beware, because they are very skilled and if you lose sight disappear instantly. Another legend has it that St. Patrick, having founded his first church, invited the pagan Celts to convert to Christianity. After performing several miracles, the Christian faith began to gain currency in Ireland. Druids, being priests of pagan gods, saw this with alarm. It is said that a troop of elves invoked and sent to the church as to make life miserable for San Patricio and deserters, now Christians. Parishioners began to complain that the elves were not allowed to pray and made endless abuse in the church, as St. Patrick decided to confront them, knowing it was the work of the Druids. Once inside the temple, were faced with the following words: "In the name of Almighty God I cast out, evil spirits, and that's how St. Patrick banished the goblins of the church. That's why in Ireland St. Patrick's image is used for exorcism of spirits and protect against, as the elves do not support the image of the man who banished them from the house of God, having founded his first church, invited to pay.
Here are some interesting facts about St. Patrick's celebration: Was not Irish? Saint Patrick is the patron saint of Ireland, although born in Britain around 385AD. His parents, Calpurnius and Conchessa were Roman citizens living in Scotland or Wales, according to different versions of his story. Patrick was not called San Patricio actually called Maewyn Succat but according to legend, he changed his name to Patricius (Patrick Patrick English or Spanish) meaning "father figure" in Latin, when he became a priest. How he came to the island? At 16 years old, Irish invaders captured him in the midst of an attack on his family. The assailants took him to Ireland and kept in captivity for six years. After escaping, he returned to England to receive religious training and was sent back to Ireland after many years as a missionary. The miracles of the saint The miracles attributed to him are the expulsion of the snakes out of Ireland. However, the evidence suggests that post-glacial Ireland never had snakes in the first place. Where does the typical green? The real color of St. Patrick was blue, not green, according to historians. The blue hue of St. Patrick still to be seen in the old flags of Ireland and was used on armbands and flags of the Irish Citizen Army members whose Easter Rising in 1916 tried to end British rule. The use of green on St. Patrick's Day started during the Irish Rebellion of 1798, when the shamrock became a symbol of nationalism and began to use color on the lapels of the bags.Green soon spread to the uniforms as well. This development, combined with the idea of the lush green fields of Ireland, eventually made the blue a thing of the past.
Mardi Gras is the name of the carnival to be held in New Orleans, Louisiana, Mobile and Alabama (USA). Its name derives from French, which is directly translated into Spanish as "Fat Tuesday ", but traditionally is referred to as "Carnival Tuesday". Held the day before Ash Wednesday. Mardi Gras is the parade itself takes place on the last day, but often is associated with all the season. The called "Fat Tuesday" refers to that was the last day to enjoy carnal pleasures as much cooking before the time of withdrawal which marks the beginning of Holy Week and Lent. During the Mardi Gras people "have permission" to overeat and use masks to give free rein to carnal instincts without being recognized. The date of Mardi Gras can falls between February 3rd and March 9th in the years that aren’t leap years and between February 4th and March 9th in leap years. Like Lent, the date depends on which Easter falls. In any case, there is always the day before Ash Wednesday. In this year was held on March 8th. Two weeks before Mardi Gras, you can see a daily carnival. The parades and celebrations more colorful and development take place over the last five days of the season.
HISTORY
The tradition started when Louisiana was colonized by the French. The first celebration of the documentary on record was in 1699. Still, it isn’t known exactly when such festivities really began. However, for the year 1743 it seemed a well established tradition. The authorities prohibit the festivities in some occasions, but every time they forgot, she returned since the restrictions were abolished and the police and not given much importance. In 1979, New Orleans police went on strike. Initially all the parades were canceled or moved to surrounding communities. The National Guard of the United States sent troops to maintain order. As the soldiers only had orders to prevent crimes against persons or property, the laws prohibiting the use of illicit drugs were not covered. For this reason, many bohemians say Mardi Gras 1979 was the best celebration to date. Today, many clubs base their operations in a business model and opened its membership to anyone who can pay shares to maintain a position in a car. In contrast to this position are many clubs that follow the old structure of closed membership and dance which makes them unique to certain social circles. As a result of Hurricane Katrina, many have wondered how it would hold Mardi Gras in New Orleans. The council, which fell on bankruptcy after the storm, called the celebration was much smaller for city services could cover. Many of the clubs said they would be ready for their shows so they started negotiations between these groups and the city. Almost all the shows are limited to St. Charles Avenue in the Uptown district. Although at the end of 2005 there were doubts as to the existence of a curfew during Mardi Gras, the measure, which had been applied as a result of Hurricane Katrina, was abolished in early 2006.
The celebrations begin early on Mardi Gras day. In the Uptown district, the Zulu parade goes first followed by the parade of Rex, both end up on Canal Street. Several clubs, which have few members, organize floats that follow the parade of Rex. Some other clubs organize marches and smaller events, such as Pair-o-Dice Tumblers going from one bar to another throughout the day. Mardi Gras officially ends when they gather the kings of Rex and his "subjects", the king and queen of the carnival king and queen of the rock of Mistick Krewe of Comus (the rock's oldest Mardi Gras). When performing this meeting is a dance in the city's municipal auditorium. At midnight, a squad of policemen mounted on horses, began to clear the Bourbon Street. This event means that Mardi Gras is complete and has opened up to Lent. It is considered inappropriate and disrespectful to wear Mardi Gras necklaces during Lent. The costumes and masks are used almost exclusively by members of the clubs in the days before Mardi Gras but it is common to see people using them the day of "Mardi Gras." That day, all banks are closed and many stores will ask people to remove the mask before entering by security issues. The clubs throw cheap necklaces and toys during the shows, a practice that dates back to the nineteenth century. The necklaces are made of plastic balls of many colors and are easy to carry because are lighter and more cheerful. From the 1990's began to covet most decorated collars and easier simply left on the street. Metal collars and toys in the form of animals or people became the most prized objects. The traditional colors of Mardi Gras are purple, gold and green
UNITED KINGDOM ---St David's Day, Wales--- 01 March
It is the national day of Wales St. David is the "patron saint" of Wales. He was a member of the Celtic church and died on 1 March 589 AD. There are events in several cities in Wales and Welsh communities in other parts of the UK also gather in town squares, churches and other places.
Celebrations During the day of Saint David is prepared concerts and eisteddfodau (festivals of music, poetry and performances), parades and parties in bars and pubs, and that day is traditional clothing is worn in one of the two symbols of Wales a yellow daffodil or leek.
Meaning of the daffodil and the leek The custom of wearing the leek is a legend that St David advised the Welsh on the eve of battle with the Saxons in order to put a leek in his cap and thus to distinguish companions from enemies. Daffodil use is more recent and has not patriotic meaning is the leek.
In the southern men usually wear leeks while women wear the daffodil. In North Wales the daffodil is generally used between them.
Children celebrate the day participating in their schools eisteddfodau. In addition, some girls wear the traditional dress Welsh: wool long skirt, white blouse, wool scarf and traditional Welsh hat (a kind of hat.)
Some cities highlighted in the celebration of this day: in Cardiff takes place the largest parade of Wales. Been held in Swansea last year's Saint David's Week festival with lots of sporting, musical and cultural events.
---March 9, Ash Wednesday--- Ash Wednesday is the beginning of the 40-day period known as Lent (the 40 days - excluding Sundays - before Easter Sunday). Christian churches are not services in which ashes are used to mark a cross in front of people. Some Christians stop eating any food during Lent, and use the period of religious reflection.
USA ---First day of spring--- March 20 In the U.S., spring break can start from late February until late April, but many schools are preparing to pass one of the weeks of March. Some schools call it March Break (March holiday) when they are in the week of March, other schools call it Spring recess. Many high school institutions in the United States are matched vacation the Easter and Passover. In New York most students take the holiday in April.
St. Patrick’s Day Festivals in the U.S. St. Patrick’s Day started out as a religious holiday commemorating the patron saint of Ireland. Today “St. Paddy’s” in America has become a celebration of Irish food, culture, and drink, as well as anything having to do with the color green. Typically observed with loud music, dancing, parades and green beer, St. Patrick’s Day festivities happen everywhere in the country, and they are perfect opportunities for beer enthusiasts everywhere to come together and have their fill. No matter where in America you live, chances are there’s going to be a festival in a city near you come March 17. Below is a list of what we think are the top 10 St. Patrick’s Day celebrations in the U.S. Downtown Chicago hosts one the biggest St. Patrick’s Day celebrations in the country. It begins with the world-famous dyeing of the Chicago River. The huge, vibrant green river flowing through the middle of the city is a must-see sight. After the dying of the river, people cluster up along Columbus Drive to witness the annual St. Patrick’s Day parade, replete with pipe bands, giant floats, Irish dancers and tons of other entertainers commemorating Irish culture. Then it’s on to the nightlife, as the party continues in the many Downtown Chicago bars and nightclubs. St. Patrick’s Day first came to America in 1737, and the holiday was first celebrated in none other than Boston, Massachusetts. Over 850,000 people show up every year to this Irish bash, many of them from out of state. And with the population of the city being 16% Irish, Boston hosts one of the most enthusiastic St. Patrick’s Day celebrations in the country. Boston starts partying a full week before St. Patrick’s Day. This year, the city will host the fourth annual Gaelic Gourmet Gala, featuring top chefs from Ireland and Boston. Throughout the week there will be Irish band concerts as well as beer and food specials at bars and restaurants, like the 75 Chestnut, for those who dress their Irish best. On the 15th, South Boston hosts one of the biggest St. Patrick’s Day parades in the country, with an estimated 600,000 people showing up. There are many, many celebratory events and activities throughout the Nation’s capitol come St. Paddy’s Day. The most famous of these is probably the Shamrock Festival at the RFK Stadium. It happens on March 14 and it’s an all-day event showcasing over 50 Irish bands, dancers, games and other activities. There’s a huge parade the following day, featuring bagpipe players, and Irish folk dancers, as well as the required floats and marching bands. New York City has been celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with a parade since 1762. They expect well over 1 million people to show up. There are over 150,000 marchers alone. Green beer and the sound of bagpipes will be everywhere in the streets of NYC. If you get there a few days earlier, take the time to make the pilgrimage to the beautiful St. Patrick’s Cathedral as well as the many Irish Pubs and Bars scattered throughout the city. 1 Mar St David's Day (Patron Saint of Wales) Celebrated in Wales in honour of Dewi Sant or St David, the patron saint of Wales. Many Welsh people wear a daffodil which is a national emblem of Wales 5 Mar St Piran's Day Cornwall All over Cornwall celebrations are staged for St Piran's Day. 14 MarCommonwealth Day People use the day to promote understanding about global issues, international co-operation and the work of the modern Commonwealth. Each year there is a different theme. The Queen will attend a special service in Westminster Abbey. Spring begins 'Vernal (or spring) equinox' and happens around 21 March. Around March 20 or 21, the sun shines directly on the equator and the length of day and night are nearly equal in all parts of the world.
I found a little more of information about these celebrations in different places
MARCH 8TH- MARDI GRAS
Hollywood Hollywood, Florida hosts Mardi Gras festivities in the downtown area and a Fat Tuesday celebration on Hollywood Beach Broadwalk with live entertainment and Cajun/Creole food. Fiesta Tropicale emerged from a Hollywood tradition that started in 1935 as Fiesta of the Nations, a celebration of different cultures featuring performances by costumed children at Hollywood Central School. In 1997, a core group of Hollywood residents re-established the Mardi Gras celebration as Fiesta Tropicale of Hollywood, Inc. where krewes built floats and second lined through the downtown business district. Florida The event became unorganized, having "fallen entirely into the hands of individual merry-makers and frolickers who disported themselves as their own wild merriment dictated,"[17] but was reorganized by the Clerks Union in 1900. They formed the Pensacola Carnival Association with a 12-person committee led by chairman J. I. Johnson. Priscus remained the title of the festival's ceremonial king, and Alexander Clement Blount II was named the first King Priscus of the new group. The celebration is currently organized by Pensacola Mardi Gras, Inc., and Pensacola Mardi Gras krewes parades and balls occur in the weekend prior to Fat Tuesday. Parades are on Friday night ("Krewe of Lafitte"), Saturday afternoon (the "Grand Parade"), and the "Krewe of Wrecks" parade on Pensacola Beach on Sunday. No parades are held on Mardi Gras, itself. The krewes in Pensacola are smaller than in Mobile or New Orleans, so typically a parade has floats sponsored by numerous different krewes, rather than a single krewe having its own parade. Hollywood Hollywood, Florida hosts Mardi Gras festivities in the downtown area and a Fat Tuesday celebration on Hollywood Beach Broadwalk with live entertainment and Cajun/Creole food. Fiesta Tropicale emerged from a Hollywood tradition that started in 1935 as Fiesta of the Nations, a celebration of different cultures featuring performances by costumed children at Hollywood Central School. In 1997, a core group of Hollywood residents re-established the Mardi Gras celebration as Fiesta Tropicale of Hollywood, Inc. where krewes built floats and second lined through the downtown business district. Orlando In Orlando, the Universal Studios Florida theme park hosts an annual Mardi Gras celebration. This event features concerts by top musical acts, a Mardi Gras parade, and more. The event takes place over multiple weekends from February to April at the park, and is included with the regular daily admission to the park.
Independece Day (United States) Independence Day, commonly known as the Fourth of July, is a federal holiday in the United States commemorating the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, declaring independence from the Kingdom of Great Britain. Independence Day is commonly associated with fireworks, parades, barbecues, carnivals, fairs, picnics, concerts, baseball games, family reunions, political speeches and ceremonies, and various other public and private events celebrating the history, government, and traditions of the United States. Independence Day is the national day of the United States.Families often celebrate Independence Day by hosting or attending a picnic or barbecue and take advantage of the day off and, in some years, long weekend to gather with relatives. Decorations (e.g., streamers, balloons, and clothing) are generally colored red, white, and blue, the colors of the American flag. Parades often are in the morning, while fireworks displays occur in the evening at such places as parks, fairgrounds, or town squares.
Hello, I'm Arturo. I was interested by Carnaval Miami celebrated on March, here´s my information.
Miami is well-known by their beautiful beaches and the cosmopolitan attitude of his people; and most of all, here takes place one of the most important celebrations in Hispanic culture. The “marquee” event of Carnaval Miami is “the” largest celebration of Hispanic culture in the United States. “El Festival de la Ocho”, as commonly known to many, closes down S.W. 8th Street from 27th to 4th Avenues for twenty-three Little Havana city blocks. Over 40 stages placed on intersecting avenues feature merengue, salsa, pop and Caribbean music, starring important artists. Ethnic food kiosks of all cultures line the North and South sides of the street while intersecting avenues showcase musical stages, youth sites, sampling pavilions and more. The world of opportunities to show, test, taste and sample products!
Carnaval Miami started in March 1978, to earn money to solve cuban community's problems and help other people; later it was extended to othes latin american communities to help them economically. Carnaval Miami's mission is to bring together community spirit and promote tourism to the Greater Miami area, and to know different latin american cultures and unify them to one important event.
The caribbean style of this carnival takes place to late XVIII century, when in Trinidad and Tobago black slaves imitated a french tradition with delightful parties and events, so they started to take streets of different cities to make their celebrations; this was criticized by the catholic church and also prohibited these events until XX century.
Today is one of the largest Hispanic cultural events in the country, coming over 100,000 guests to this important celebration.
In the United States and in many other parts of the world, there are plenty of events and festivities held throughout the year, commemorating important historical events, religious holidays or traditions that are rooted from the early American societies and cultures . Among the highlights of the United States may be mentioned the famous Thanksgiving Day, Independence Day and the popular and highly publicized Halloween. On 17 March we celebrate St. Patrick's Day is the patron saint of Ireland is celebrated in a show at the Fifth Avenue. The 25 Greeks (the Sirtaki) to commemorate its independence and once again we're going to Fifth Avenue on this date receives the parade between soulakis and music.
And do not let out on Shrove Tuesday (Mardi Gras) is celebrated primarily in Miami and New Orleans, where has the music and the joy that began in January, not to mention the Black Heritage Festival, with performances and gospell jazz. As mentioned is celebrated annually on March 17 to commemorate the death of St. Patrick (c. 386-17 March 493 or c. 460), patron saint of Ireland. It is a national holiday in the Republic of Ireland (a party out of habit and unofficial Northern Ireland), in Montserrat, in the Canadian province of Newfoundland and Labrador and the people of Albuñol (Granada). St. Patrick's Day is celebrated worldwide by all the Irish and even sometimes by people who have no Irish ancestry. The celebration theme is usually all that is green and Irish, both Christians and non Christians, celebrate the festival regularly dressing in green, enjoy Irish cuisine which includes cabbage and Irish drink, and attending parades. England also held a series of special days, all referred not only to its history, but global celebrations the St. Patrick's Day or Day of the Holy Innocents (April Fool's Day) This is a date that is used to play him jokes to people, to large companies and TV networks make jokes or at parades.
January 1 - New Year Start the night before (New Year's Eve, 31 December). It's a celebration to welcome the new year.
January (3rd Monday of the month) - MARTIN LUTHER KING DAY This day celebrates the birthday of the Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. (1929 - 1968), an African-American leader who fought to achieve civil rights and received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1964.
February (3rd Monday of the month) - President's Day This day honors the U.S. presidents who have ruled in the past. This day commemorates the birthday of George Washington (first president and commander in chief of the armed forces that won independence from the United States) and Abraham Lincoln (the 16th U.S. president who governed during the civil war and is known for having abolished slavery).
February 22 (the Monday closest) - WASHINGTON'S BIRTHDAY It celebrates the birth of the first American president George Washington.
May (LAST MONDAY OF THE MONTH) - Memorial Day Day which reminded members of the armed forces who died in combat.
July 4 - INDEPENDENCE DAY The Declaration of Independence of the United States was signed by thirteen colonies on July 4, 1776. The thirteen colonies declared themselves free of British rule and formed the first thirteen states. This day is celebrated with fireworks.
September (1st Monday of the month) - LABOR DAY On this day honors are the contributions and efforts of workers.
October (2nd Monday of the month) - DAY OF DISCOVERY A holiday to celebrate the landing of Christopher Columbus in America, this is traditionally regarded as the Discovery of America (year 1492).
November 11 - VETERANS DAY A day to commemorate the end of World War I and honoring veterans of the armed forces.
November (last Thursday) - Thanksgiving Day It is a day of feasting and giving thanks for everything received. This festival was started by pilgrims (the members of the first thirteen colonies of the United States) and Native Americans (who already lived in the country).
December 25 - CHRISTMAS DAY The annual festival of the Christian church commemorating the birth of Our Lord Jesus Christ. As the holidays of Christianity are widely celebrated in the United States, this is a national holiday. Many people exchange gifts with family and friends at this time of year. Some celebrate the night before.
The first Jane Austen Festival in Bath was held in September 2000 over the course of a weekend with events taking place at the Jane Austen Centre in Gay Street.
The first Promenade set out from the Jane Austen Centre and had 30 people including most of the staff taking part. In 2009 the promenade had over 450, all in costume with drummers, dancers, military and naval men. All ages, male and female had the most wonderful time in fantastic weather.
The reviews of previous festivals will return complete with photographs as soon as we can make the technology work!
In the meantime, outstanding memories of previous festivals for us are the Film Premiere in Bath of the 'Bollywood' film Bride & Prejudice, the wonderful readings given by Ben Whitrow (the best ever Mr Bennet) partnered by Amanda Root (Anne Elliot) and then Joanna David (Mrs Gardiner). Superb food cooked and presented by Fiona Ravenscroft (A South West Cook of the Year) and eaten by us! 2008's fantastic theatrical production by the Dorset Corset Theatre Company of Northanger Abbey. Plus of course the History Wardrobe with their 'Undressing Mr Darcy' always a hit! There are lots of other highlights and more will be posted soon.
juan carlos: Saint Patrick's Day is a religious holiday celebrated internationally on 17 March. It commemorates Saint Patrick the most commonly recognised of the patron saints of Ireland, and the arrival of Christianity in Ireland It is observed by the Catholic Church, the Anglican Communion (especially the Church of Ireland), the Eastern Orthodox Church and Lutheran Church. Saint Patrick's Day was made an official feast day in the early 17th century, and has gradually become a secular celebration of Irish culture in general.
The day is generally characterised by the attendance of church services, wearing of green attire (especially shamrocks), and the lifting of Lenten restrictions on eating and drinking alcohol, which is often proscribed during the rest of the season
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ResponderEliminarIn Great Britain and much of the world celebrate Easter.
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The Resurrection Sunday is celebrated the Sunday after Good Friday as a memorial of the resurrection of Jesus after his death on the cross. The name of this event in English-Easter-is related to the Saxon goddess of spring, Eostre, whose day coincided with the spring equinox. The British tradition indicates that they should give lavishly decorated chocolate eggs loved ones, to symbolize the new life that spring brings.
Easter has always had its non-religious side. In fact, Easter was originally a pagan festival. It was co-opted by Christian missionaries starting in the second century CE.
As it happened, the pagan festival of Eastre occurred at the same time of year as the Christian observance of the Resurrection of Christ. It made sense, therefore, to alter the festival itself, to make it a Christian observance as pagans were slowly indoctrinated. The early name, Eastre, was eventually changed to its modern spelling, Easter.
The Easter Bunny
The Easter Bunny is not a modern invention. The symbol originated with the pagan festival of Eastre. The goddess, Eastre, was worshipped by the Anglo-Saxons through her earthly symbol, the rabbit.
The Germans brought the symbol of the Easter rabbit to America. It was widely ignored by other Christians until shortly after the Civil War. In fact, Easter itself was not widely celebrated in America until after that time. In adittion the rabbit mean locky.
The Easter Egg
As with the Easter Bunny and the holiday itself, the Easter Egg predates the Christian holiday of Easter. The exchange of eggs in the springtime is a custom that was centuries old when Easter was first celebrated by Christians.
From the earliest times, the egg was a symbol of birth in most cultures. Eggs were often wrapped in gold leaf or, if you were a peasant, colored brightly by boiling them with the leaves or petals of certain flowers.
Today, children hunt colored eggs and place them in Easter baskets along with the modern version of real Easter eggs -- those made of plastic or chocolate candy.
St. Patrick's Day
ResponderEliminarOn the 17th of March is the celebration of St. Patrick, an Irish feast honoring Patrick, who was the missionary who evangelized and brought Christianity to the island in 400 AD century. From the beginning of the holiday week is time to party and bring the green in America was held for the first time in 1737 in Boston, Massachusetts, USA. San Patricio, whose real name was Maewyn Succat, born around 387 in Bennhaven Taberniae in Scotland today. The son of a Roman officer, whose religion was Catholicism. Patrick was kidnapped at the age of 16 by pirates who sold him into slavery. During her 6 years of captivity, he found strength in their religious faith. After he escaped, St. Patrick studied religion in Europe and traveled to Ireland to spread the word of Christ and it was there he became a preacher of the Gospel, Ireland was an island at that time was divided into many clans under the powerful authority of the druidas.Se adapted well to the social conditions of the site, forming a local clergy and several Christian communities, while respecting the traditions and customs of its inhabitants. It is known as the Apostle of Ireland, where he died about the year 461.Él got used to using the three-leafed shamrock as a metaphor to explain the concept of the Holy Trinity (Father, Son and Holy Spirit), he said that Like clover was the same unit but with three different people (one stem with three leaves. Legend has it that St. Patrick drove all the snakes out of Ireland, entering the sea where they drowned. The explanation would be that the snake was a revered pagan symbol and perhaps this was a figurative tale alluding to the fact that he walked away paganism out of Ireland.
The plant is so entrenched that even in Ireland during the eighteenth century came to designate the island as the "County Clover." Irish emigrants who had to leave their country have taken it as an object that will protect them anywhere in the world.
SAN PATRICIO AND GOBLINS
The elves and especially the Leprechaun are part of the popular symbols of the holiday of St. Patrick. The ancient stories come down to us, talk to the elves will visit you at night, pinching the legs, if not a little green lights on St. Patrick's Day. The leprechaun, the leprechaun is characteristic of Ireland, its name derived from the luchorpan Irish word meaning "small body." A leprechaun is a fairy who takes on the appearance of a miniature old man. Leprechauns are solitary creatures and spend their time making shoes. If you walk through the woods of Ireland, St. Patrick's Day and have the opportunity to hear the sound of a hammer, it's because there's a leprechaun working. If you can capture, will be required to take the cache of gold coins, but, beware, because they are very skilled and if you lose sight disappear instantly.
Another legend has it that St. Patrick, having founded his first church, invited the pagan Celts to convert to Christianity. After performing several miracles, the Christian faith began to gain currency in Ireland. Druids, being priests of pagan gods, saw this with alarm. It is said that a troop of elves invoked and sent to the church as to make life miserable for San Patricio and deserters, now Christians. Parishioners began to complain that the elves were not allowed to pray and made endless abuse in the church, as St. Patrick decided to confront them, knowing it was the work of the Druids. Once inside the temple, were faced with the following words: "In the name of Almighty God I cast out, evil spirits, and that's how St. Patrick banished the goblins of the church. That's why in Ireland St. Patrick's image is used for exorcism of spirits and protect against, as the elves do not support the image of the man who banished them from the house of God, having founded his first church, invited to pay.
Here are some interesting facts about St. Patrick's celebration:
ResponderEliminarWas not Irish?
Saint Patrick is the patron saint of Ireland, although born in Britain around 385AD. His parents, Calpurnius and Conchessa were Roman citizens living in Scotland or Wales, according to different versions of his story.
Patrick was not called
San Patricio actually called Maewyn Succat but according to legend, he changed his name to Patricius (Patrick Patrick English or Spanish) meaning "father figure" in Latin, when he became a priest.
How he came to the island?
At 16 years old, Irish invaders captured him in the midst of an attack on his family. The assailants took him to Ireland and kept in captivity for six years. After escaping, he returned to England to receive religious training and was sent back to Ireland after many years as a missionary.
The miracles of the saint
The miracles attributed to him are the expulsion of the snakes out of Ireland. However, the evidence suggests that post-glacial Ireland never had snakes in the first place.
Where does the typical green?
The real color of St. Patrick was blue, not green, according to historians. The blue hue of St. Patrick still to be seen in the old flags of Ireland and was used on armbands and flags of the Irish Citizen Army members whose Easter Rising in 1916 tried to end British rule.
The use of green on St. Patrick's Day started during the Irish Rebellion of 1798, when the shamrock became a symbol of nationalism and began to use color on the lapels of the bags.Green soon spread to the uniforms as well. This development, combined with the idea of the lush green fields of Ireland, eventually made the blue a thing of the past.
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ResponderEliminarMARDI GRAS
ResponderEliminarMardi Gras is the name of the carnival to be held in New Orleans, Louisiana, Mobile and Alabama (USA). Its name derives from French, which is directly translated into Spanish as "Fat Tuesday ", but traditionally is referred to as "Carnival Tuesday". Held the day before Ash Wednesday. Mardi Gras is the parade itself takes place on the last day, but often is associated with all the season. The called "Fat Tuesday" refers to that was the last day to enjoy carnal pleasures as much cooking before the time of withdrawal which marks the beginning of Holy Week and Lent. During the Mardi Gras people "have permission" to overeat and use masks to give free rein to carnal instincts without being recognized.
The date of Mardi Gras can falls between February 3rd and March 9th in the years that aren’t leap years and between February 4th and March 9th in leap years. Like Lent, the date depends on which Easter falls. In any case, there is always the day before Ash Wednesday. In this year was held on March 8th.
Two weeks before Mardi Gras, you can see a daily carnival. The parades and celebrations more colorful and development take place over the last five days of the season.
HISTORY
The tradition started when Louisiana was colonized by the French. The first celebration of the documentary on record was in 1699. Still, it isn’t known exactly when such festivities really began. However, for the year 1743 it seemed a well established tradition. The authorities prohibit the festivities in some occasions, but every time they forgot, she returned since the restrictions were abolished and the police and not given much importance.
In 1979, New Orleans police went on strike. Initially all the parades were canceled or moved to surrounding communities. The National Guard of the United States sent troops to maintain order. As the soldiers only had orders to prevent crimes against persons or property, the laws prohibiting the use of illicit drugs were not covered. For this reason, many bohemians say Mardi Gras 1979 was the best celebration to date.
Today, many clubs base their operations in a business model and opened its membership to anyone who can pay shares to maintain a position in a car. In contrast to this position are many clubs that follow the old structure of closed membership and dance which makes them unique to certain social circles.
As a result of Hurricane Katrina, many have wondered how it would hold Mardi Gras in New Orleans. The council, which fell on bankruptcy after the storm, called the celebration was much smaller for city services could cover. Many of the clubs said they would be ready for their shows so they started negotiations between these groups and the city. Almost all the shows are limited to St. Charles Avenue in the Uptown district. Although at the end of 2005 there were doubts as to the existence of a curfew during Mardi Gras, the measure, which had been applied as a result of Hurricane Katrina, was abolished in early 2006.
CELEBRATION
ResponderEliminarThe celebrations begin early on Mardi Gras day. In the Uptown district, the Zulu parade goes first followed by the parade of Rex, both end up on Canal Street. Several clubs, which have few members, organize floats that follow the parade of Rex. Some other clubs organize marches and smaller events, such as Pair-o-Dice Tumblers going from one bar to another throughout the day.
Mardi Gras officially ends when they gather the kings of Rex and his "subjects", the king and queen of the carnival king and queen of the rock of Mistick Krewe of Comus (the rock's oldest Mardi Gras). When performing this meeting is a dance in the city's municipal auditorium.
At midnight, a squad of policemen mounted on horses, began to clear the Bourbon Street. This event means that Mardi Gras is complete and has opened up to Lent. It is considered inappropriate and disrespectful to wear Mardi Gras necklaces during Lent.
The costumes and masks are used almost exclusively by members of the clubs in the days before Mardi Gras but it is common to see people using them the day of "Mardi Gras." That day, all banks are closed and many stores will ask people to remove the mask before entering by security issues.
The clubs throw cheap necklaces and toys during the shows, a practice that dates back to the nineteenth century. The necklaces are made of plastic balls of many colors and are easy to carry because are lighter and more cheerful.
From the 1990's began to covet most decorated collars and easier simply left on the street. Metal collars and toys in the form of animals or people became the most prized objects. The traditional colors of Mardi Gras are purple, gold and green
These are some celebrations:
ResponderEliminarUNITED KINGDOM
---St David's Day, Wales--- 01 March
It is the national day of Wales
St. David is the "patron saint" of Wales. He was a member of the Celtic church and died on 1 March 589 AD.
There are events in several cities in Wales and Welsh communities in other parts of the UK also gather in town squares, churches and other places.
Celebrations
During the day of Saint David is prepared concerts and eisteddfodau (festivals of music, poetry and performances), parades and parties in bars and pubs, and that day is traditional clothing is worn in one of the two symbols of Wales a yellow daffodil or leek.
Meaning of the daffodil and the leek
The custom of wearing the leek is a legend that St David advised the Welsh on the eve of battle with the Saxons in order to put a leek in his cap and thus to distinguish companions from enemies. Daffodil use is more recent and has not patriotic meaning is the leek.
In the southern men usually wear leeks while women wear the daffodil. In North Wales the daffodil is generally used between them.
Children celebrate the day participating in their schools eisteddfodau. In addition, some girls wear the traditional dress Welsh: wool long skirt, white blouse, wool scarf and traditional Welsh hat (a kind of hat.)
Some cities highlighted in the celebration of this day: in Cardiff takes place the largest parade of Wales. Been held in Swansea last year's Saint David's Week festival with lots of sporting, musical and cultural events.
---March 9, Ash Wednesday---
Ash Wednesday is the beginning of the 40-day period known as Lent (the 40 days - excluding Sundays - before Easter Sunday). Christian churches are not services in which ashes are used to mark a cross in front of people. Some Christians stop eating any food during Lent, and use the period of religious reflection.
USA
---First day of spring--- March 20
In the U.S., spring break can start from late February until late April, but many schools are preparing to pass one of the weeks of March. Some schools call it March Break (March holiday) when they are in the week of March, other schools call it Spring recess. Many high school institutions in the United States are matched vacation the Easter and Passover. In New York most students take the holiday in April.
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ResponderEliminarSt. Patrick’s Day Festivals in the U.S.
St. Patrick’s Day started out as a religious holiday commemorating the patron saint of Ireland. Today “St. Paddy’s” in America has become a celebration of Irish food, culture, and drink, as well as anything having to do with the color green. Typically observed with loud music, dancing, parades and green beer, St. Patrick’s Day festivities happen everywhere in the country, and they are perfect opportunities for beer enthusiasts everywhere to come together and have their fill.
No matter where in America you live, chances are there’s going to be a festival in a city near you come March 17. Below is a list of what we think are the top 10 St. Patrick’s Day celebrations in the U.S.
Downtown Chicago hosts one the biggest St. Patrick’s Day celebrations in the country. It begins with the world-famous dyeing of the Chicago River. The huge, vibrant green river flowing through the middle of the city is a must-see sight.
After the dying of the river, people cluster up along Columbus Drive to witness the annual St. Patrick’s Day parade, replete with pipe bands, giant floats, Irish dancers and tons of other entertainers commemorating Irish culture. Then it’s on to the nightlife, as the party continues in the many Downtown Chicago bars and nightclubs.
St. Patrick’s Day first came to America in 1737, and the holiday was first celebrated in none other than Boston, Massachusetts. Over 850,000 people show up every year to this Irish bash, many of them from out of state. And with the population of the city being 16% Irish, Boston hosts one of the most enthusiastic St. Patrick’s Day celebrations in the country.
Boston starts partying a full week before St. Patrick’s Day. This year, the city will host the fourth annual Gaelic Gourmet Gala, featuring top chefs from Ireland and Boston. Throughout the week there will be Irish band concerts as well as beer and food specials at bars and restaurants, like the 75 Chestnut, for those who dress their Irish best. On the 15th, South Boston hosts one of the biggest St. Patrick’s Day parades in the country, with an estimated 600,000 people showing up.
There are many, many celebratory events and activities throughout the Nation’s capitol come St. Paddy’s Day. The most famous of these is probably the Shamrock Festival at the RFK Stadium. It happens on March 14 and it’s an all-day event showcasing over 50 Irish bands, dancers, games and other activities.
There’s a huge parade the following day, featuring bagpipe players, and Irish folk dancers, as well as the required floats and marching bands.
New York City has been celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with a parade since 1762. They expect well over 1 million people to show up. There are over 150,000 marchers alone. Green beer and the sound of bagpipes will be everywhere in the streets of NYC.
If you get there a few days earlier, take the time to make the pilgrimage to the beautiful St. Patrick’s Cathedral as well as the many Irish Pubs and Bars scattered throughout the city.
1 Mar St David's Day (Patron Saint of Wales)
Celebrated in Wales in honour of Dewi Sant or St David, the patron saint of Wales. Many Welsh people wear a daffodil which is a national emblem of Wales
5 Mar St Piran's Day Cornwall
All over Cornwall celebrations are staged for St Piran's Day.
14 MarCommonwealth Day
People use the day to promote understanding about global issues, international co-operation and the work of the modern Commonwealth. Each year there is a different theme. The Queen will attend a special service in Westminster Abbey.
Spring begins
'Vernal (or spring) equinox' and happens around 21 March.
Around March 20 or 21, the sun shines directly on the equator and the length of day and night are nearly equal in all parts of the world.
I found a little more of information about these celebrations in different places
ResponderEliminarMARCH 8TH- MARDI GRAS
Hollywood
Hollywood, Florida hosts Mardi Gras festivities in the downtown area and a Fat Tuesday celebration on Hollywood Beach Broadwalk with live entertainment and Cajun/Creole food. Fiesta Tropicale emerged from a Hollywood tradition that started in 1935 as Fiesta of the Nations, a celebration of different cultures featuring performances by costumed children at Hollywood Central School. In 1997, a core group of Hollywood residents re-established the Mardi Gras celebration as Fiesta Tropicale of Hollywood, Inc. where krewes built floats and second lined through the downtown business district.
Florida
The event became unorganized, having "fallen entirely into the hands of individual merry-makers and frolickers who disported themselves as their own wild merriment dictated,"[17] but was reorganized by the Clerks Union in 1900. They formed the Pensacola Carnival Association with a 12-person committee led by chairman J. I. Johnson. Priscus remained the title of the festival's ceremonial king, and Alexander Clement Blount II was named the first King Priscus of the new group.
The celebration is currently organized by Pensacola Mardi Gras, Inc., and Pensacola Mardi Gras krewes parades and balls occur in the weekend prior to Fat Tuesday.
Parades are on Friday night ("Krewe of Lafitte"), Saturday afternoon (the "Grand Parade"), and the "Krewe of Wrecks" parade on Pensacola Beach on Sunday. No parades are held on Mardi Gras, itself.
The krewes in Pensacola are smaller than in Mobile or New Orleans, so typically a parade has floats sponsored by numerous different krewes, rather than a single krewe having its own parade.
Hollywood
Hollywood, Florida hosts Mardi Gras festivities in the downtown area and a Fat Tuesday celebration on Hollywood Beach Broadwalk with live entertainment and Cajun/Creole food. Fiesta Tropicale emerged from a Hollywood tradition that started in 1935 as Fiesta of the Nations, a celebration of different cultures featuring performances by costumed children at Hollywood Central School. In 1997, a core group of Hollywood residents re-established the Mardi Gras celebration as Fiesta Tropicale of Hollywood, Inc. where krewes built floats and second lined through the downtown business district.
Orlando
In Orlando, the Universal Studios Florida theme park hosts an annual Mardi Gras celebration. This event features concerts by top musical acts, a Mardi Gras parade, and more. The event takes place over multiple weekends from February to April at the park, and is included with the regular daily admission to the park.
Independece Day (United States)
ResponderEliminarIndependence Day, commonly known as the Fourth of July, is a federal holiday in the United States commemorating the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, declaring independence from the Kingdom of Great Britain. Independence Day is commonly associated with fireworks, parades, barbecues, carnivals, fairs, picnics, concerts, baseball games, family reunions, political speeches and ceremonies, and various other public and private events celebrating the history, government, and traditions of the United States. Independence Day is the national day of the United States.Families often celebrate Independence Day by hosting or attending a picnic or barbecue and take advantage of the day off and, in some years, long weekend to gather with relatives. Decorations (e.g., streamers, balloons, and clothing) are generally colored red, white, and blue, the colors of the American flag. Parades often are in the morning, while fireworks displays occur in the evening at such places as parks, fairgrounds, or town squares.
Hello, I'm Arturo. I was interested by Carnaval Miami celebrated on March, here´s my information.
ResponderEliminarMiami is well-known by their beautiful beaches and the cosmopolitan attitude of his people; and most of all, here takes place one of the most important celebrations in Hispanic culture. The “marquee” event of Carnaval Miami is “the” largest celebration of Hispanic culture in the United States. “El Festival de la Ocho”, as commonly known to many, closes down S.W. 8th Street from 27th to 4th Avenues for twenty-three Little Havana city blocks. Over 40 stages placed on intersecting avenues feature merengue, salsa, pop and Caribbean music, starring important artists. Ethnic food kiosks of all cultures line the North and South sides of the street while intersecting avenues showcase musical stages, youth sites, sampling pavilions and more. The world of opportunities to show, test, taste and sample products!
Carnaval Miami started in March 1978, to earn money to solve cuban community's problems and help other people; later it was extended to othes latin american communities to help them economically. Carnaval Miami's mission is to bring together community spirit and promote tourism to the Greater Miami area, and to know different latin american cultures and unify them to one important event.
The caribbean style of this carnival takes place to late XVIII century, when in Trinidad and Tobago black slaves imitated a french tradition with delightful parties and events, so they started to take streets of different cities to make their celebrations; this was criticized by the catholic church and also prohibited these events until XX century.
Today is one of the largest Hispanic cultural events in the country, coming over 100,000 guests to this important celebration.
In the United States and in many other parts of the world, there are plenty of events and festivities held throughout the year, commemorating important historical events, religious holidays or traditions that are rooted from the early American societies and cultures .
ResponderEliminarAmong the highlights of the United States may be mentioned the famous Thanksgiving Day, Independence Day and the popular and highly publicized Halloween.
On 17 March we celebrate St. Patrick's Day is the patron saint of Ireland is celebrated in a show at the Fifth Avenue. The 25 Greeks (the Sirtaki) to commemorate its independence and once again we're going to Fifth Avenue on this date receives the parade between soulakis and music.
And do not let out on Shrove Tuesday (Mardi Gras) is celebrated primarily in Miami and New Orleans, where has the music and the joy that began in January, not to mention the Black Heritage Festival, with performances and gospell jazz.
As mentioned is celebrated annually on March 17 to commemorate the death of St. Patrick (c. 386-17 March 493 or c. 460), patron saint of Ireland. It is a national holiday in the Republic of Ireland (a party out of habit and unofficial Northern Ireland), in Montserrat, in the Canadian province of Newfoundland and Labrador and the people of Albuñol (Granada).
St. Patrick's Day is celebrated worldwide by all the Irish and even sometimes by people who have no Irish ancestry. The celebration theme is usually all that is green and Irish, both Christians and non Christians, celebrate the festival regularly dressing in green, enjoy Irish cuisine which includes cabbage and Irish drink, and attending parades.
England also held a series of special days, all referred not only to its history, but global celebrations the St. Patrick's Day or Day of the Holy Innocents (April Fool's Day)
This is a date that is used to play him jokes to people, to large companies and TV networks make jokes or at parades.
United States
ResponderEliminarJanuary 1 - New Year
Start the night before (New Year's Eve, 31 December). It's a celebration to welcome the new year.
January (3rd Monday of the month) - MARTIN LUTHER KING DAY
This day celebrates the birthday of the Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. (1929 - 1968), an African-American leader who fought to achieve civil rights and received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1964.
February (3rd Monday of the month) - President's Day
This day honors the U.S. presidents who have ruled in the past. This day commemorates the birthday of George Washington (first president and commander in chief of the armed forces that won independence from the United States) and Abraham Lincoln (the 16th U.S. president who governed during the civil war and is known for having abolished slavery).
February 22 (the Monday closest) - WASHINGTON'S BIRTHDAY
It celebrates the birth of the first American president George Washington.
May (LAST MONDAY OF THE MONTH) - Memorial Day
Day which reminded members of the armed forces who died in combat.
July 4 - INDEPENDENCE DAY
The Declaration of Independence of the United States was signed by thirteen colonies on July 4, 1776. The thirteen colonies declared themselves free of British rule and formed the first thirteen states. This day is celebrated with fireworks.
September (1st Monday of the month) - LABOR DAY
On this day honors are the contributions and efforts of workers.
October (2nd Monday of the month) - DAY OF DISCOVERY
A holiday to celebrate the landing of Christopher Columbus in America, this is traditionally regarded as the Discovery of America (year 1492).
November 11 - VETERANS DAY
A day to commemorate the end of World War I and honoring veterans of the armed forces.
November (last Thursday) - Thanksgiving Day
It is a day of feasting and giving thanks for everything received. This festival was started by pilgrims (the members of the first thirteen colonies of the United States) and Native Americans (who already lived in the country).
December 25 - CHRISTMAS DAY
The annual festival of the Christian church commemorating the birth of Our Lord Jesus Christ. As the holidays of Christianity are widely celebrated in the United States, this is a national holiday. Many people exchange gifts with family and friends at this time of year. Some celebrate the night before.
Jane Austen festival
ResponderEliminarThe first Jane Austen Festival in Bath was held in September 2000 over the course of a weekend with events taking place at the Jane Austen Centre in Gay Street.
The first Promenade set out from the Jane Austen Centre and had 30 people including most of the staff taking part. In 2009 the promenade had over 450, all in costume with drummers, dancers, military and naval men. All ages, male and female had the most wonderful time in fantastic weather.
The reviews of previous festivals will return complete with photographs as soon as we can make the technology work!
In the meantime, outstanding memories of previous festivals for us are the Film Premiere in Bath of the 'Bollywood' film Bride & Prejudice, the wonderful readings given by Ben Whitrow (the best ever Mr Bennet) partnered by Amanda Root (Anne Elliot) and then Joanna David (Mrs Gardiner). Superb food cooked and presented by Fiona Ravenscroft (A South West Cook of the Year) and eaten by us! 2008's fantastic theatrical production by the Dorset Corset Theatre Company of Northanger Abbey. Plus of course the History Wardrobe with their 'Undressing Mr Darcy' always a hit! There are lots of other highlights and more will be posted soon.
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ResponderEliminarSaint Patrick's Day is a religious holiday celebrated internationally on 17 March. It commemorates Saint Patrick the most commonly recognised of the patron saints of Ireland, and the arrival of Christianity in Ireland It is observed by the Catholic Church, the Anglican Communion (especially the Church of Ireland), the Eastern Orthodox Church and Lutheran Church. Saint Patrick's Day was made an official feast day in the early 17th century, and has gradually become a secular celebration of Irish culture in general.
The day is generally characterised by the attendance of church services, wearing of green attire (especially shamrocks), and the lifting of Lenten restrictions on eating and drinking alcohol, which is often proscribed during the rest of the season