saturday 9

South Side Irish

Not familiar with this week's song? Hear it here.

 

1. This week's song was chosen because it's something of an anthem in Chicagoland around St. Patrick's Day. Can you name another song that makes you think of St. Patrick's Day or Ireland? When Irish Eyes Are Smiling

 

2. The Irish Choir sings that the "craic" is always best among the Windy City Irish. "Craic" is Irish for "fun" and "high spirits." Are you planning anything fun this weekend? my book group met today and had a particularly good time

3. They tell us that their fathers came over from Mayo, Cork and Donegal. Where did your ancestors hail from? my father's parents are German and Irish (and when I lived in Ireland I met up with some distantly related relatives) and my mother's parents were French

4. The lyrics mention the rivalry between Chicago's two baseball teams. As Spring Training 2025 draws to a close, how do you feel about your baseball team's chances this season? I have no feelings

 

5. The Chicago River is dyed green in celebration of St. Patrick's Day. Does your community do anything to special for the holiday? no

 

6. While this week's song focuses on the Irish population of Chicago, it's not the U.S. city with the highest percentage of citizens of Irish ancestry. According to the 2020 census, Boston is #1. Have you ever been to Boston? yes!  I was in Boston about a year ago and had a delightful time!

7. On Monday, which is St. Patrick's Day, do you plan to wear green? I will wear green every day next week!

8. Clovers are a recognized symbol of St. Patrick's Day, and a four-leaf clover is believed to bring good luck. Have you ever seen a four-leaf clover? I have a four-leaf clover tattoo on my inner left wrist to remind me that I am lucky to be alive!

9. Black coffee with whiskey and whipped cream is Irish Coffee. What's your standard coffee order? iced coffee with cream and sugar although I will very occasionally drink hot coffee