St. Patrick’s Day is a huge occasion in New York, everyone seems to be Irish at least for one day. St. Paddy’s Day is of course known for the Parade, wearing green, and lively celebrations throughout the day. The Epoch Times went out to find out about your favorite St Paddy’s Day memory in New York City.
Richard Corley, 57, Manhattan, Real Estate
“Back in the late ‘50s and early ‘60s my mother used to bring me and my brother to 86th and 3rd to enjoy the parade. The most memorable parade for me was when Senator Robert Kennedy was leading the parade.”
Maritza Samuel, 27, Manhattan, Real Estate
“Last year I remember the energy and the crowds the subways were packed and everybody was having a great time. Later on I went to an Irish pub with friends.”
Justin Burrton, 25, New Jersey, Animator
“It’s different from year to year. It depends on what everybody wants to do, and as far as my favorite memory goes, if there was a memory I properly wouldn’t remember it.”
Neill Manahan, 30, Manhattan, Accounting
“I have a lot of Irish friends, they like to go out and drink, and St. Patrick’s Day is a great excuse to go out and have a good time. We usually hit the Irish bars in midtown and downtown area.”
Priscilla Vias, 24, Manhattan, Day Care Teacher
“Actually I don’t have a favorite memory of St. Patrick’s Day. I never celebrated before. Usually I’m reasonable but tomorrow I’m not, I’ll be going to an Irish bar with my boyfriend and some friends.”
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