It's March. The smell of spring is in the air, and people are itching to get outside and celebrate. That can only mean one thing - It's St. Patrick's Day in Cheshire! So you may know that three-leaved shamrocks are lucky and that catching a Leprechaun will lead you to the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow, but you may not know the real history of St. Patrick's Day.
St. Patrick is the most commonly recognized Saint of the Patron Saints of Ireland. St. Patrick's Day used to be celebrated as a religious holiday, but became public in 1903. In fact, there was even a law introduced that required all pubs to be closed on St. Patrick's Day. It wasn't until the mid-1990's, however, that the Irish government decided to capitalize on the day and use it to showcase Ireland and its culture. Today, St. Patrick's day is celebrated in Ireland, America, and beyond by Irish and non Irish alike.
How does Cheshire celebrate St. Patrick's Day? For starters, Sally Bowman Real Estate is hosting the business after hours for the Cheshire Chamber of Commerce this Thursday from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. There will be Irish food, green beer, door prizes, and the perfect opportunity to meet people in the community. Call the Chamber at 203-272-2345 if you would like to join us. 
It's always a good time to go to a few of Cheshire's local pubs, but on St. Patrick's Day, it's even more enjoyable than usual. I highly recommend the Victorian House or the Waverly Tavern, a long time Cheshire business celebrating its 18th anniversary this March.
If you're looking for a place to take the kids, then a big parade is just the ticket. The Greater New Haven St. Patrick's Day Parade is sure to be a day full of excitement for any kid, young or old. It is actually Connecticut's largest single-day spectator event.
If you're looking into Cheshire real estate, St. Patrick's Day is the perfect time to come see a close-knit community have a good time and welcome in Spring with open arms.
Sally Bowman
Sally Bowman Real Estate
Your Cheshire Real Estate Expert