Happy St. Patrick's Day

The Chicago River Dyed Green - Wikipedia

Happy St. Patrick's Day. Everyone is Irish today. I grew up in the Chicago area. For over 60 years, the city has been transforming the Chicago River into a vibrant emerald green, marking the start of a weekend filled with festivities. The tradition of dyeing the Chicago River green for St. Patrick’s Day started in 1962, thanks to a creative idea from then Mayor Richard J. Daley. 

Initially, Daley had wanted to turn Lake Michigan green but quickly realized how monumental that task would be. Instead, he decided to dye the Chicago River using a harmless green dye traditionally used by plumbers to detect sewage leaks.

Since then, the Chicago Journeymen Plumbers Union has been behind the annual dyeing. Every year, they use 40 pounds of vegetable-based powder, which is non-toxic and safe for wildlife, to turn the river into a breathtaking shade of green. The exact formula remains a closely guarded secret.

Here are some great green choices - 

Hyacinth Dress in Striped Cotton Poplin in Bright Clover

Sailor Square Necked Top in Summer Moss Linen

Soleil Pant in Summer Moss Linen

Cabana Mini Dress in Moss Green Linen

Green Cherry Blossom Ginger Jar

Kate Spade Make It Pop Small Green Vase

Enjoy your day - stay away from green beer.