Traditional Greek costumes, some dating from the era of the 1821 War of Independence, have been brought alive by contemporary ...
Many of us will be celebrating Easter on March 31st this year and are already shopping for Easter basket stuffers and gifts. The same isn’t true for folks who follow the Orthodox calendar, however. In ...
Chelidonisma links ancient and modern Greek tradition, celebrating spring's arrival through the sacred song of the swallow.
Every culture includes members who maintain traditions throughout a lifetime of important life events, including wedding days. In Greek culture, ancient traditions are typically on full display during ...
All traditions are human inventions that last briefly or, sometimes, forever. Some of those innovations are extremely useful, and last, others vanish, only to be replaced by better alternatives. We ...
St. Nicholas Opa!Fest Greek Festival returns on its 30th year of celebrations for a 3-day weekend of authentic Greek foods, dances and traditions. The festival is the largest celebration in Metro ...
Discover how one expat enjoys Greece's hidden gem of Nafplio, with stunning views, rich culture and affordable living costs.
Trikala in Central Greece offers magical experiences rich history and stunning landscapes making it a must-visit destination ...
As they said on a huge banner at the local Greek festival, “Today we are all Greek.” Earlier this month I went with my friend, Mary, to this annual fest. As we arrived the music was playing. The band ...
Correspondent photo / Brandon Cantwell The Filarakia (translates to “friends”) served as the primary musical entertainment at the 38th annual Summerfest on Saturday. ...Correspondent photo / Brandon ...