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The day to show off your best green fit lies on March 17th, also known as Saint Patrick’s day. Saint Patricks Day is a religious and cultural holiday held because of the traditional death date of Saint Patrick, the foremost patron saint of Ireland. However, what are some holiday traditions besides wearing green and pinching others not wearing green? A huge tradition is eating corned beef and cabbage; instead of pork they had beef and instead of potatoes they had cabbage. Shamrocks are also a huge part of Irish culture. St. Patrick explained each leaf had a meaning which stood for Father, Son and Holy Spirit. He did this in an attempt to convert non believers into Christianity. A tradition using the shamrock is called ‘drowning the shamrock’ and it’s where the shamrock is dunked into a glass of whiskey, after a toast to the saint you drink. However, hopefully nobody will be participating in this tradition. There are so many other traditions to support Irish culture during this festive holiday such as listening to the music, learning more about the culture and so many other ways to involve yourself into the holiday. -Trista Jenkins 

March is the month of Good Friday. This day occurs on Friday, March 29th. This holiday started back in 1920. Good Friday is an important holiday in the Christian religion as it commemorates the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ. This is an important event because it represents the sacrifices and suffering in Jesus' life. It is a solemn day of remembrance and reflection, and Christians worldwide observe it by attending church services, fasting, praying, and reflecting on the meaning of Christ's sacrifice. Many churches give food and items out to the needy during this time. Good Friday has many different ways to celebrate, and a rich history. Do you celebrate Good Friday? -Kevin Thomas