Annual Saint Patrick's Day Thread

**CMcG** · 7th March 11, 08:15 AM

March 17th is fast upon us, so it's time for the annual St. Pat's kilt thread!

Where are you going? What are you wearing? What did you wear last year? What shouldn't you wear?

Pics please!!!

I've got an evening class and I'll probably kilt up for it. There are a number of pubs on campus where I can have a couple pints afterwards... if I head back downtown there will be lineups at all the Irish pubs anyway

This will be the public debut of my New World Irish tartan kilt:

Yes I am aware of the history of Irish kilts thanks to M.A.C. Newsome and cajunscot's handy article but let's not rehash that, shall we? http://www.xmarksthescot.com/forum/f...tartans-57417/

**Nighthawk** · 7th March 11, 08:21 AM

Well, let's see... This Friday, I am going to McCabe's in Colorado Springs to meet up with some fellow X Markers. I'll be wearing my saffron kilt, green hose and a tacky, gods awful t shirt that looks like a green Prince Charlie.

Saturday I'm marching in the Co. Springs parade with the organizers of the Elizabeth Celtic Festival. I'll be wearing my Albannach tartan box pleat kilt, matching waistcoat, Jacobite shirt, and the bonnet in my avatar photo.

On the actual St. Patrick's Day... I don't know! I have kids in school, so probably I'll just go up to the local bar and have a drink. Can't stay out late or do much! So this weekend will be my celebration.

And by the way, CMcG- that's a beautiful tartan! I now have another kilt that I want... Can I ask where you got it?

**Whidbey78** · 7th March 11, 09:06 AM

I'm not sure about attire in any detail, but it will be casual...pretty similar to the OP's pic, except I'll be wearing a flatcap.

As for plans, my wife is going to an art educators convention in Seattle and I was going to tag along so I could visit home for a few days, but due to unforseen emergency expenses my plan fell through, but, since her school is paying for her to go she's still going.

On the other hand, I get six days with no wifely supervision!

Since her flight leaves on the 16th, I'll be spending the 16th, 17th and part of the 18th in Rapid City, SD with my Brother-From-Another-Mother, hanging out wherever we find something fun. Also, he's never worn a kilt, and I have one that should fit him nicely. Hopefully, we have decent weather this year!! Last year I spent half the day digging out of the house--which is what I'm doing today.

**Zardoz** · 7th March 11, 09:09 AM

I'm in the parade this Saturday with my car club. Since part of the day will consist of sitting in the car for a couple hours, comfort and not having to worry so much about messing up the pleats etc. is important. I generally go with my PV USAK Ireland's National. The rest of my attire depends on the weather, March in Houston can be in the 30's or the 90's... sometimes on the same day!
For the 17th, likely the same kilt and similar thinking on attire, comfort and easy care. I have the day off, and will be at one of the big outdoor party venues most of the day.
There are some other receptions and stuff during the week I might get out the saffron woolie and dress up more for.

**Nighthawk** · 7th March 11, 09:21 AM

Originally Posted by Whidbey78

On the other hand, I get six days with no wifely supervision!

I'd end up burning the house down...

All hail teachers! Overworked, underpaid professionals. Both of my parents are retired teachers and I've seen all the hell they go through...

**Lallans** · 7th March 11, 09:47 AM

Originally Posted by CMcG

March 17th is fast upon us, so it's time for the annual St. Pat's kilt thread!

Yes I am aware of the history of Irish kilts thanks to M.A.C. Newsome and cajunscot's handy article but let's not rehash that, shall we? http://www.xmarksthescot.com/forum/f...tartans-57417/

Hopefully there are fans here: I'm recalling the St Patrick's Day thing in Season One of the rather excellent TV series 'Boardwalk Empire', where all the Irish descendants are seen dining kilted in full garb. Since it's quite a period piece and obviously takes pride in its authenticity, I'd be surpised if the kilts wern't taken from photos of a real St Paddy's Day event in the Atlantic City of 1920, which would make Irish kilts an ancient tradition in North American terms.

**Zardoz** · 7th March 11, 10:57 AM

Originally Posted by Canuck of NI

Hopefully there are fans here: I'm recalling the St Patrick's Day thing in Season One of the rather excellent TV series 'Boardwalk Empire', where all the Irish descendants are seen dining kilted in full garb. Since it's quite a period piece and obviously takes pride in its authenticity, I'd be surpised if the kilts wern't taken from photos of a real St Paddy's Day event in the Atlantic City of 1920, which would make Irish kilts an ancient tradition in North American terms.

I traded HBO for Showtime a couple years ago, but I'll have to start watching that series on my 'on-demand' thingy!

**EagleJCS** · 7th March 11, 11:44 AM

Provided I get over this cold I have, I'll be marching with the Louisville Pipe Band in the St Pat's parade this Saturday afternoon. (I had to miss yesterday's rehearsal). Band uniform (modified for the weather): Ancient Henderson kilt, white shirt, band tie, white hose, blue flashes, black vest & Argyle or black sweater (jumper), Glengarry w/ a blue toorie. Maybe rain cape.

On the day, the band has been asked to provide some pipers for the 'dinner hour' at one of the local clubs (Ri Ra). I'm planning on doing that. Also band uniform.

**NewGuise** · 7th March 11, 11:57 AM

I'll be in France, kiltless, on business. I doubt that Lille has any notable Saint Patrick's Day celebrations, except at the two Irish pubs.

**piperdbh** · 7th March 11, 11:57 AM

I'll be stamping out ignorance inother people's children during the day, and that night I'll be conducting a rehearsal of "Joesph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat" in communtiy theatre. I'll probably wear my new green shirt that I'm making, but no kilt. Too much trouble, and I don't want it to get dirty in the theater.