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Greek-Inspired Ideas and Gifts for Church Fundraising

Greek-Inspired Ideas and Gifts for Church Fundraising
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How to Throw an Unforgettable Greek-Themed Party

Whether in the field of architecture, sports, government, or philosophy, Ancient Greek civilization remains alive even in modern times. Aside from these sectors, many people continue to see and experience the contributions of the Greeks in the various areas of today's society and culture. This is probably why there are still a lot of people who like to come up with Greek-inspired restaurants, home décor, and celebrations. How would you like to throw an unforgettable Greek-themed party? It will surely make an impact on your guests whether it's a class reunion, a birthday celebration, or a simple family get-together. In...

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Important Holidays in Greece

There are two things Greeks like to celebrate - religious holidays, and their independence. Greece is a predominantly Orthodox Christian country, so the religious holidays that are celebrated as public holidays are all Christian. And for independence, Greece has a long history of people wanting to conquer it, and the Greeks standing up for themselves and their country. The year in Greece starts with the New Year’s Day, the first public holiday of the year. The next important holiday, the Epiphany, is only five days away, on the 6th. Epiphany is a Christian holiday, and it celebrates two important days...

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Enjoy a Cup of Greek Coffee

If you are a coffee enthusiast and haven’t tried Greek coffee you are missing out. Unlike regular coffee, Greek coffee is boiled, not brewed. This method also creates foam which adds a rich, creaminess to the coffee. Greek coffee is made by grinding freshly roasted coffee beans to a fine powder. Greek coffee beans can be found at ethnic markets or online. Fill a small cup or a demitasse cup with cold water and add to a briki, which is a small brass or copper pot with a long handle that is used to boil Greek coffee. Add one teaspoon of the ground coffee...

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What to Expect at a Greek Wedding

If you have never attended a Greek wedding, you may not know what to expect when you are invited to one. As in many cultures and religions, there are customs that carry on from generation to generation. On the dance floor, you can expect the bride to lead a raucous dance known as the kalamatiano. The entire bridal party joins hands and skips in a circle. If you have been a guest at a Jewish wedding, this dance may be somewhat familiar to you, minus the chair. Other favored dances are the tsamiko, where skilled dancers leap into the air, and the rowdy...

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