Saint Nicholas 22nd Greek Festival Ad Book, May 16th - 18th, 2015

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22th Annual Greek Festival www.stnicholasgreekfest.com

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Please check the Festival map on page 29

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Tzatziki Sauce

2 cups Fage Greek Yogurt

2 tablespoons lemon juice

1 tablespoon extra virgin Greek olive oil

2 garlic cloves, minced finely

1 English cucumber, finely chopped

1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped

DIRECTIONS:

Combine all ingredients. Refrigerate for at least one hour

before serving. Serve with pita bread or on gyro or grilled

chicken sandwiches. Great for dipping veggies in also.

See more terrific

recipes in our St.

Nicholas cookbook!

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ICARIAICARIA

ICARIA, also spelled IKARIA (Greek: Ικαρία), is a Greek island in the Aegean Sea, 10 nautical miles (19 km) southwest of Samos. It derived its name from Icarus, the son of Daedalus in Greek mythology, who fell into the sea nearby. Administratively the island forms a separate municipality within the Ikaria regional unit, which is part of the North Ae-gean region. The principal town of the island and seat of the municipality is Agios Kirikos. The historic capitals of the island include Oenoe and Evdilos.

In this majestic island of the Eastern Aegean Sea, you will find wild beauty, breathtaking panoramas, clean mountain air, therapeutic hot springs, truly unspoiled seas and friendly people.

A rarity amongst the Greek Islands, Ikaria has remained true to herself and to the ways of her people- the Ikarians. Tourism on Ikaria is unimposing for all and reflects an "Ikarian Balance" between nature, freedom, time and development. Come Visit Ikaria & See for Yourself. Many of the parishioners of St. Nicholas came from the island of Icaria.

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CULTURE & FAITHCULTURE & FAITH The Greek Festival celebrates our Greek faith and heritage in so many ways. Greek heritage en-compasses many aspects of Hellenism including our art and culture, which many believe is our heart and soul. At this festival we hope we can enhance your festival experience by offering many aspects of art and culture for your enjoyment.

Church Tours One of the highlights of our festival is the guided tours of our beautiful Church. This is especially poignant for those who have never been inside our Church...During the tour you will leave the ex-citement and bustle of the festival behind as you step into the inner spiritual sanctum. Allow the flicker of the candles to ignite your soul as the sparkle of the chandeliers reflect the stained glass, opening you up to a full and mesmerizing experience of faith and spirituality. Light a candle, say a prayer for a love one, or just sit quietly and allow the strains of life to leave your body for just a little while.

MUSIC & DANCEMUSIC & DANCE

Ancient Greek Music The music of ancient Greece was inseparable from poetry and dancing. It was entirely monodic, there being no harmony as the term is commonly understood. The earliest music is virtually un-known, but in the Homeric era a national musical culture existed that was looked upon by later generations as a “golden age.” The chief instrument was the phorminx, a lyre used to accompany poet-singers who composed melodies from nomoi, short traditional phrases that were repeated.

Antiquity / Origin of Dance Ancient Greeks believed that dancing was invented by the Gods and therefore they had associated it with their religious and worshipping ceremonies. They believed that the Gods offered this gift to some select mortals only, who in turn taught dancing to their fellow-men. Therefore, a Greek Festi-val is not complete without Greek Dancing...Enjoy our Greek Dance performances by all dancers as young as 4 years to adults...maybe you’ll learn a few steps.. and DON’T BE SHY..grab someone’s hand in the dance line snaking through the crowds...we’ll make you feel like Zorba the Greek! Please see the church tour, dance performances and cooking/cultural demo schedules on p. 27!

KALI DIASKEDASI !!! - ENJOY !!!

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Saint Nicholas 22nd Greek Festival Ad Book, May 16th - 18th, 2015