Born in 1904, as "Dr Seuss" he was a much-loved children's book author.
St Piran is the patron saint of Cornwall. According to legend, he floated to Cornwall on a millstone.
On Mothering Sunday, people traditionally bake simnel cakes. These have marzipan balls on them.
The feast of St Patrick is on 17 March, but the big Irish parade in London is on 14 March.
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