Downtown on the Square
14 VALLEY RIVER AVE.
MURPHY, NC 28906
Office: 828-837-2288
Today is St. Patricks day and according to britannica.com Saint Patrick’s, patron saint of Ireland. Born in Roman Britain in the late 4th century, he was kidnapped at the age of 16 and taken to Ireland as a slave. He escaped but returned about 432 to convert the Irish to Christianity. By the time of his death on March 17, 461, he had established monasteries, churches, and schools. Many legends grew up around him—for example, that he drove the snakes out of Ireland and used the shamrock to explain the Trinity. Ireland came to celebrate his day with religious services and feasts. Saint Patrick’s Day is celebrated on Wednesday, March 17, 2021. If you are looking to celebrate here in Murphy NC, you may be interested in the Electric Circus live at Chevelles. The events that were scheduled for the Parsons Pub have been cancelled due to weather for today. They will be holding regular hours at their Murphy location.  |