article_snippet: the St. Pat's was held as an alternative to New York City's centuries-old St. Patrick's Day Parade in Manhattan, which for years has excluded gay groups and this year is scheduled for March 17.
article_snippet: The parade, which embraces diversity, is considered an alternative to New York City's official St. Patrick's Day parade .
article_snippet: Here is an example of a parade that's inclusive of all - it celebrates Irish heritage in a way that everyone can be a part of.
highlights_snippet: the city's centuries-old St. Patrick's Day Parade in Manhattan has for years excluded gay groups and this year is scheduled for March 17 .
  