Patrick. then parade proudly through the streets. and end the procession and the festivities with an evening of dancing. singing and toasting. But the spirit of St. Patrick extends far beyond the geographic boundaries of that small island nation. With the emigration of the Irish to all parts of the globe. the celebration of this feast spread and became enjoyed by men of all nationalities. The first celebration in this country is said to have been held in Boston. But the idea soon migrated to other American cities. and Irish societies were founded in New York in 1737. in Philadelphia in 1780 and in Los Angeles by 1870.
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