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Greek festival happening in May? Is it too good to be true?

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Start date May 9, 2021

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Hey everyone, I stumbled across this festival happening in Brockton, MA this May!! I was so shocked to see it. Is anyone planning on going?

Brockton MA Greek Festival at Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church

Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church hosts the annual Greek Festival Brockton, Premier Greek Festival on the South Shore in Brockton, MA.

www.greekboston.com

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