Welcome to the board!
I was born in St Paul, MN here in the US. Just had to tell you it's a very Irish city. Has a rather large parade on St Patricks day. They even paint the line down the middle of the parade route green and sell green beer all over the place. I think it's the only time they really allow drinking on the streets. It's a huge party atmosphere that starts early in the day and continues through the evening.
My dad was 100% Irish, and yes, he did partake in the festivities!
Meg