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seleanor

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I live in Houston, but my sister just moved to Florida so I'll be visiting her a lot this summer. I know that Florida is open so are there any Greek festivals happening this summer? I would love to visit, I really miss seeing Greek dancing and eating festival food
 
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Florida is wide open and so are the festivals. The food will be that much tastier after the year we’ve had!
 
the festival in Naples is the best we have been to. It is very well organized and not/was not expensive 5 years ago. Fort Meyers is pretty good but not near the Naples one. We have been to festivals in Wilmington, DE, Chester, Pa and Savannah, GA, that do not come close to Naples.
 
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the festival in Naples is the best we have been to. It is very well organized and not/was not expensive 5 years ago. Fort Meyers is pretty good but not near the Naples one. We have been to festivals in Wilmington, DE, Chester, Pa and Savannah, GA, that do not come close to Naples.
Is it the one at St. Katherins church in Naples?
 
The Greek GlendI at St Barbara Church in Sarasota is a 4 day festival and is the Thursday after the Super Bowl every year
A beautiful church with wonderful people and the food is fantastic
christos anesti
 
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The Greek GlendI at St Barbara Church in Sarasota is a 4 day festival and is the Thursday after the Super Bowl every year
A beautiful church with wonderful people and the food is fantastic
christos anesti
Four days wow! The ones near me are usually only one or two days that sounds so fun
 

List of Cretan Dances?

I will be attending a Cretan wedding and am curious about the traditional Cretan dances! I know the dances are slightly different and I want to learn some. I don't know the names of the dances so that I can look them up. I did some research, though. Are any of these dances common at these weddings?
  • Pentozali
  • Sousta
  • Siganos
  • Chaniotis
There's a dance the wedding party typically does in Crete. Which dance is that?

How to choose godparents?

I'm currently planning a baptism for a child in the Greek Orthodox Church and finding myself at a bit of a crossroads. One of the most significant decisions we're facing is choosing the right godparents. I understand that in our tradition, the role of a godparent is not only a great honor but also carries profound spiritual and moral responsibilities. They are to guide the child in the Orthodox faith, ensuring they grow in the church and its teachings.

How do you choose? I have a few candidates and am trying to narrow it down.

What is kefi exactly?

I have always found the concept of kefi to be intriguing, and I would like to learn more about it from those familiar or even vaguely aware of this notion. From what little I understand, kefi seems to embody a unique blend of joy, spirit, and passion, deeply ingrained in Greek culture. It's more than just a word; it's a lifestyle, a form of expression, an unbridled enthusiasm for life.

However, I'm curious to know about the deeper nuances and applications of kefi. How does kefi manifest in day-to-day life, not just in Greece, but wherever one might find joy and enthusiasm? Is it something that can be consciously cultivated, or does it spontaneously bloom in moments of happiness and high spirits? It seems like it really permeates the culture, especially in Greece.

Greek Wedding Traditions Roundup

I am helping someone plan her Greek wedding. I wanted to make a list of all the traditions we need to keep in time for the big day. Did I miss anything?

The Stolisma

The wedding day begins with the ritual of 'Stolisma,' where the bride and groom are prepared separately by their families. It's a moment filled with emotion, songs, and blessings, setting the tone for the day. I had honestly never heard of this. Do people still do it?

The Krevati

An amusing tradition is the 'Krevati' (bed making), where family and friends gather to decorate the couple's future bed with baby items, symbolizing fertility and a happy family life. Money is also often thrown on the bed for good luck and prosperity.

The Crowning (Stefana)

One of the most iconic rituals during the ceremony is the exchange of crowns or 'Stefana.' I believe they need to buy the crowns they want in advance?

Koufeta

No Greek wedding would be complete without 'Koufeta'—sugar-coated almonds given to guests as wedding favors. These bittersweet treats represent the ups and downs of married life and are shared in odd numbers to symbolize indivisibility and shared life.

When does Orthodox lent start this year?

I noticed our Easter is late - May 5th - but Western Easter is at the end of March. Has Lent already started for them? When does our Lent start?

This year, I plan to do a stricter Lenten fast, so I want to plan some things out in advance.

Lent is a time for introspection, repentance, and spiritual growth. Through the dedicated practice of fasting, prayer, and charity, believers seek not only to grow closer to God but also to better understand themselves in relation to God’s will.
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