St. Charles celebrates St. Patrick's Day with parade

St. Charles held its annual St. Patrick's celebration on Saturday, attracting families to downtown for a parade and various Irish-themed activities. The event featured live music, Irish dancers, and a scavenger hunt for hidden shamrocks. This year, the parade included 81 entries, the maximum allowed, and was organized by the St. Charles Business Alliance. The celebration aimed to promote local businesses and foster community spirit after disruptions from the pandemic in 2020 and 2021. Despite blustery weather, attendees enjoyed the festivities, with many dressed in green. The event highlighted the joy of coming together, celebrating spring, and enjoying local traditions.