Ways To Celebrate St. Patrick's Day In New York

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Everybody knows that St. Patrick's Day is a day where people of all ages come out to celebrate - even when they aren't Irish! In our last blog, we took an environmental approach and offered three ways that you could "go green" on the greenest holiday of the year. But today, we'd like to go a different route and offer a few holiday happenings around New York that you can consider if you're looking for ways to celebrate in style. Thanks to TimeOut New York, we put together the following list for you to take a look at if you're still interested in making plans:

St. Patrick's Day In Irish New York:

When: Saturday, March 14 - Sunday, March 15

Where: St. Paul's Chapel

What: Check out NYC's "Little Ireland" during this walking tour and learn how Irish immigrants contributed to our city's history.

Brooklyn St. Patrick's Day Parade:

When: Sunday, March 15

Where: Prospect Park

What: If you're not able to make it to the famous New York City St. Patrick's Day parade, check out the Brooklyn parade instead!

Annual St. Patrick's Day Open Day

When: Sunday, March 15

Where: Irish Arts Center

What: Join other holiday event goers at the Irish Arts Center and experience authentic Irish music, dances and more!

St. Patrick's Day Parade:

When: Tuesday, March 17

Where: Manhattan (Fifth Avenue)

What: If you haven't experienced it yet, check out the annual St. Patrick's Day parade in Manhattan, which travels from 44th street to 79th street on fifth avenue!

St. Patrick's Day At The Brooklyn Children's Museum:

When: Tuesday, March 17

Where: Brooklyn Children's Museum

What: Get the whole family in the holiday spirit by visiting the Brooklyn Children's Museum to make your own shamrocks, learn the story of St. Patrick and more!

For more information about each of these events, including times and costs, please click here.

Happy St. Patrick's Day everyone!

How To Have A Green St. Patrick's Day

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Maspeth, NY 718-416-1656

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Whether you are Irish or not, St. Patrick's Day is a day where almost everyone and everything can be found in green. From the clothes we wear to the foods we eat and the decorations we hang (and even possibly the budding of the leaves on our trees), shades of green are evident everywhere you turn on this day each year. And if you aren't already "greened" out just by thinking about it, did you know that this day can get even greener? Below are a few ways that you can continue to go green - and by green we mean eco-friendly - for St. Patrick's Day this year:

1. Recycle Beverage Cans: It's no surprise that St. Patrick's Day celebrations are often accompanied by an array of different drinks, but that just means there is that much more to recycle! Whether you're having a party at home or celebrating out with friends, be sure to properly dispose of any beverage cans when you're done.
2. Avoid Litter: If you plan to attend the St. Patrick's Day parade in NYC this year, make it a priority to seek out waste bins near where you plan to watch from. Although there might not be one in close proximity to you, the extra steps and effort are worth it.
3. DIY: When it comes to your decorations and your outfit for the day, see how much you can do yourself before heading out to buy. By being creative, you can save money and the planet too!

Here at Boro Wide Recycling, we wish you all a very safe and happy St. Patrick's Day and encourage you to take the above tips with you wherever you go to celebrate. And if you have another way that you plan to amp up your 'green' factor this year, be sure to visit us on Facebook and Twitter to share it with us!

Boro Wide Recycling is a full service recycling and waste management provider. For more information on how we can help you with your recycling efforts, check us out at www.borowide.com or contact us at (718) 416-1656. 

Recycled St. Patrick's Day Crafts for Kids

Boro-Wide Recycling Corp.

Maspeth, NY 718-416-1656

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This weekend is sure to be a green one with tons of St. Patrick's day parades, parties, and feasts taking place. How do you plan on celebrating? If you're looking for ways to get the family into the holiday spirit, here are some eco-friendly St. Patrick's Day crafts for kids that can help you celebrate while recycling household items in a creative way:

St. Patrick's Day Leprechaun: 
This lucky leprechaun can be made from an oatmeal box, pringles tube, or paper towel tube.

3 Leaf or 4 Leaf Tissue Paper Clover:
This clover is a great way to reuse all of the green tissue paper you have left over from Christmas! For instructions and a list of supplies, click here.

Cup Style Leprechaun Hat:
This holiday hat can be made from a toilet paper roll or cup such as a large yogurt container. Cut out the bottom of your cup, cover the outside with yarn until it is covered, use felt or a plate for the brim of your hat, and then fill it or leave it as is. 

Egg Carton Clover:
Empty egg cartons make for all kinds of eco-friendly arts and crafts activities. For St. Patrick's Day, cut and paste different pieces together, paint them green, and add a popsicle stick for your stem!

At Boro Wide Recycling, we work to keep our planet safe by providing comprehensive recycling services to commercial and residential customers. Join us in our efforts! Contact us to learn how we can help you in your recycling efforts, and don't forget to like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter to stay up to date with the latest news in recycling efforts and eco-friendly tips.

Happy St. Patrick's Day!

Boro-Wide Recycling Corp. 

Maspeth, NY 718-416-1656 

www.BoroWideRecycling.com

Happy St. Patrick's Day from everyone at Boro-Wide Recycling! Enjoy your weekend & be safe!