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SUMMARY:Commemoration of the Fall of Constantinople
DESCRIPTION:COMMEMORATION OF THE FALL OF CONSTANTINOPLE\nDestruction\, Enslavement and Survival: The First Days After the Fall of Constantinople\, 1453\nA Presentation by Dr. Alexandros Kyrou\, Archon of the Ecumenical Patriarchate; Professor\, Salem State University\nThursday\, June 1\, 2023   |     7PM  \nSS. Peter and Paul Greek Orthodox Church\, 1401 Wagner Rd\, Glenview IL  \n\nThis is the 42nd Commemoration of the Fall of Constantinople which occurred on May 29\, 1453.  The Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Chicago\, the Order of St. Andrew Metropolis of Chicago Archons of the Ecumenical Patriarchate and the Hellenic Society of Constantinople sponsor this event annually to raise awareness of the issues facing the Ecumenical Patriarchate in Istanbul; to inform people in the Metropolis of Chicago of the plight of the few remaining Orthodox Christians in Turkey\, first of whom is our Ecumenical Patriarch; and to educate the Orthodox in the Metropolis of Chicago about the roots of their Orthodox faith. \nThis year’s event will take place on Thursday\, June 1\, 2023 at 7pm at SS Peter & Paul Greek Orthodox Church\, Glenview\, IL.  Our guest speaker will be Dr. Alexandros Kyrou\, Professor of History at Salem State University\, Massachusetts\, where he teaches on the Balkans\, Byzantium\, and the Ottoman Empire. His focus is on Axis-occupied Greece\, Greek America and Balkan Diasporas\, Orthodox Christianity and the origins of international humanitarianism\, war and peace in Byzantium\, and US foreign policy in Southeastern Europe.  During his tenure\, he has been interviewed and quoted in The Huffington Post\, The National Herald\, The New York Times and Vanity Fair and has guest lectured at Harvard\, Oxford\, Princeton\, and Yale universities. \n\nThis event is sponsored by:   The Metropolis of Chicago  |   TheArchons of the Ecumenical Patriarchate\, Metropolis of Chicago   |   The Hellenic Society of Constantinople
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/commemoration-of-the-fall-of-constantinople-2023/
LOCATION:SS. Peter and Paul\, 1401 Wagner Rd.\, Glenview\, IL\, 60025\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Metropolis Events,Ministry Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hellena Chrones":MAILTO:hkchrones@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230609
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230612
DTSTAMP:20260407T114552
CREATED:20230111T004646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230111T004646Z
UID:14559-1686268800-1686527999@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:39TH ANNUAL ST. JOHN CHRYSOSTOM ORATORICAL FESTIVAL
DESCRIPTION:FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION (DRE)\n39TH ANNUAL ST. JOHN CHRYSOSTOM ORATORICAL FESTIVAL\nJUNE 9-11 2023\nNATIONALS HOSTED BY THE METROPOLIS OF NEW JERSEY\nST. GEORGE GREEK ORTHODOX CHURCH. CLIFTON\nLEARN MORE: Religioused.goarch.org
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/39th-annual-st-john-chrysostom-oratorical-festival/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Metropolis Events,Y2AM Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230609T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230609T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T114552
CREATED:20230517T220529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230517T220606Z
UID:15272-1686297600-1686330000@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:Ascension of Our Lord Parish Golf Outing & Family Dinner
DESCRIPTION:JOIN ASCENSION PARISH AT ITS ANNUAL GOLF OUTING & FAMILY DINNER\nThe Koinonia Men’s Ministry will be hosting the 24th annual Ascension Golf Outing and Family Dinner on Friday\, June 9th at White Deer Run Golf Club\, Vernon Hills. Join us for this great day of fellowship and help make our Golf Outing during our Parish’s 25th anniversary a success! \nDon’t play golf? Join us for fellowship and dinner! \nFor questions about the Golf Outing\, please contact Rick Duros – rickduros@gmail.com. \nSponsorship questions should be directed to Demetri Katsulis – dtk111@comcast.net.
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/ascension-of-our-lord-parish-golf-outing-family-dinner/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Parish Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ascension of Our Lord Greek Orthodox Church":MAILTO:info@ascensiongoc.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230609T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230609T220000
DTSTAMP:20260407T114552
CREATED:20230517T220933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230517T220933Z
UID:15289-1686326400-1686348000@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:Tosa Greek Fest
DESCRIPTION:Join Sts. Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church in Wauwatosa\, WI for our annual festival! Live Greek Band\, mouthwatering lamb & chicken on the spit and more!
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/tosa-greek-fest/2023-06-09/
LOCATION:SS. Constantine and Helen -Wauwatosa\,WI\, 2160 N Wauwatosa Ave.\, Wauwatosa\, WI\, 53213\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sts Constantine &amp%3Bamp%3B Helen G.O. C.%2C Wauwatosa%2C WI":MAILTO:church@stsconstantinehelenwi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230609T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230609T230000
DTSTAMP:20260407T114552
CREATED:20230517T224707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230517T224707Z
UID:15326-1686330000-1686351600@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:Lincoln Square Greekfest 2023
DESCRIPTION:Join us on June 9\,10\, & 11 for Lincoln Square Greekfest 2023 hosted by St. Demetrios in Chicago. Enjoy authentic Greek food & pastries\, Greek spirits\, live music & dancing\, vendors\, church tours\, a kidzone\, Jesse White Tumblers and more! \nFree parking at Swedish Hospital
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/lincoln-square-greekfest-2023/2023-06-09/
LOCATION:Saint Demetrios – Chicago\, IL\, 2727 W Winona St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60625\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Parish Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230610T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230610T140000
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CREATED:20230531T030248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230531T030248Z
UID:15457-1686391200-1686405600@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:YAL Beach Day & Cookout
DESCRIPTION:Sign up for the YAL Beach Day with your team mates for some friendly competition\, or come for the fun and food! Please list your team name\, names of participants and number of team members (6-8/team) on one signup if you are participating in the volleyball bracket. If you’re coming to watch the fun\, RSVP for yourself! \n\n\n1. Gather your crew & make a team of 6-8 people.\n2. Pick a team name – be creative!\n3. Have ONE person from your team register and include the names of each team member and what parish(es) you attend. *\n4. Sign up by 6/9 so we can make an official bracket prior to the games.\n5. If you would prefer to just watch & cheer\, you are still able to sign up!\nWe can’t wait to kick off the summer with YAL! 🏐☀️🌭🍔*please note\, cost is $15 per person*
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/yal-beach-day-cookout/
LOCATION:St. Andrew’s Greek Orthodox Church\, 5649 N Sheridan Rd\, Chicago\, IL\, 60660\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Ministry Events,Y2AM Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="YAL Chicago":MAILTO:yalchicago@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230610T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230610T210000
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CREATED:20230521T183424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230521T183424Z
UID:15359-1686423600-1686430800@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:Feast Day of the Holy Apostle Bartholomew
DESCRIPTION:The Faithful Stewards & Friends of the Holy Metropolis of Chicago are cordially invited to celebrate the  \nFeast Day of the Holy Apostle Bartholomew  \nPatron Saint of Metropolitan Nathanael of Chicago \n  \nJoin His Eminence Metropolitan Nathanael in prayer and celebration:  \nJune 10th \n7:00pm Great Vespers Service \nHoly Trinity\, Chicago\, IL  \nReception to follow \n  \nJune 11th \nFeast Day Divine Liturgy  \n8:30am Orthros \nSts. Constantine & Helen\, Palos Hills\, IL  \nLuncheon to follow
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/feast-day-of-the-holy-apostle-bartholomew-2/2023-06-10/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Metropolis Events,Metropolitan Nathanael's Events,Ministry Events,Parish Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230616T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230617T000000
DTSTAMP:20260407T114553
CREATED:20230601T205404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230601T205404Z
UID:15468-1686913200-1686960000@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:St. Demetrios Elmhurst Greekfest
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the St. Demetrios of Elmhurst Greekfest June 16th – 18th!
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/st-demetrios-elmhurst-greekfest/2023-06-16/
LOCATION:St. Demetrios – Elmhurst\, IL\, 893 N Church Rd.\, Elmhurst\, IL\, 60126\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Parish Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230707T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230707T210000
DTSTAMP:20260407T114553
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T003826Z
UID:15755-1688727600-1688763600@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:St. Demetrios Church in Libertyville Greek Fest
DESCRIPTION:The annual Lake County Greek Fest takes place on Friday\, July 7\, Saturday\, July 8\, and Sunday\, July 9 on the grounds of Saint Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church in Libertyville.  Greek Fest will be open each day from 11 AM until 9 PM. \nThe event will be held on the church grounds on O’Plaine Road\, south of Route 120 (Belvidere Road) and north of Route 137 (Buckley Road).  The beautiful golden dome of the fourteen-year-old church can be seen from the I-94 Tollway.  Visitors will be able to tour the beautiful Fifth Century design Byzantine church with the pastor\, Father Thomas Alatzakis. \nCome for the Greek food including Lamb\, Souvlakia (shish-kebab)\, Athenian chicken\, Gyros\, Spanakopita (spinach pie)\, and more!  There will also be delicious Greek pastries\, Greek music and dancing! \nSpecial musical act for Friday night will be the 80’s cover band\, The Breakfast Club\, which will be appearing from 6 pm to 9 pm. \nSt. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church is located at 1400 North O’Plaine Road\, Libertyville\, IL (between Rt.120 & Rt.137).  There is no admission to the event and FREE parking will be available on-site. \nDrive-thru service will be available each day from 4 PM until 7 PM.   \nCall 224-513-5530 or email officeadmin@saintdemetrioslibertyville.com for more details.
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/st-demetrios-church-in-libertyville-greek-fest/2023-07-07/
LOCATION:Saint Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church in Libertyville\, 1400 N. O'Plaine Road\, Libertyville\, IL\, 60048-4229\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Parish Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230707T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230707T230000
DTSTAMP:20260407T114553
CREATED:20230615T224919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230615T224919Z
UID:15648-1688731200-1688770800@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:St. Sophia 2023 Greek Festival
DESCRIPTION:2023 Greek Festival\nSaint Sophia Greek Orthodox Church\n525 Church Road\, Elgin \n  \nLive Entertainment \nFree Admission \nIndoor/Outdoor – Rain or Shine \n  \nFriday July 7: noon-11pm \nSaturday July 8: noon-11pm \nSunday July 9: noon-10pm
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/st-sophia-2023-greek-festival/2023-07-07/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Parish Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230715T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230715T213000
DTSTAMP:20260407T114553
CREATED:20230704T205238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230704T205238Z
UID:15811-1689449400-1689456600@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:Chicago Fire Greek Heritage Night
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Greek Heritage Night on July 15th as the Chicago Fire face off against Toronto FC. Come support fellow Greeks Georgios Koutsias\, Chicago Fire #19 and Chicago Fire head coach\, Frank Klopas. Included with your ticket is a Greek Heritage X Chicago Fire FC Scarf\, and a post-match autograph session with Georgios Koutsias (first 200 buyers).
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/chicago-fire-greek-heritage-night/
LOCATION:Soldier Field
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230817T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230817T100000
DTSTAMP:20260407T114553
CREATED:20230804T194642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230804T194954Z
UID:15944-1692266400-1692266400@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:Care for Creation Ecumenical Declaration Signing
DESCRIPTION:Care for Creation Ecumenical Declaration Signing\nThursday August 17\, 10am at the 2023 Parliament of the World’s Religions* \nMcCormick Place   |   2301 S. Martin Luther King Drive\, Chicago 60616 (McCormick Terrace Main Floor). \nYou are invited to witness this seminal event as Ecumenism Metro Chicago’s Christian judicatory heads or their representatives come together to sign EMC’s Care for Creation Declaration along the shore of beautiful Lake Michigan. \n  \nPRESENTED BY: Ecumenism Metro Chicago’s Chicagoland Christians United for the Care of Creation \n“Bringing Christians together since 1999 for prayer\, action\, and the creation of a coordinated voice to provide a clear witness of Jesus Christ in Chicagoland.” \n  \nDOWNLOAD FLYER >>  \n\n\n\n\n\n*$175.00 Day Pass to the Parliament allows attendees to participate in full day of Parliament of the World’s Religions\, including a Langar (complementary vegetarian lunch). 
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/care-for-creation-ecumenical-declaration-signing/
LOCATION:McCormick Place\, 2301 S Martin Luther King Drive\, Chicago\, IL\, 60616\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Metropolis Events,Metropolitan Nathanael's Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230826T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230826T140000
DTSTAMP:20260407T114553
CREATED:20230811T041516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230811T041627Z
UID:15957-1693040400-1693058400@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Chicago Sunday Church School Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Chicago Sunday Church School Workshop \nSaturday\, August 26\, 2023 9:00 am – 2:00 pm \n  \nREGISTER HERE >> \nDOWNLOAD FLYER >>
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/greek-orthodox-metropolis-of-chicago-sunday-church-school-workshop/
LOCATION:Saints Constantine and Helen – Palos Heights\, IL\, 11025-45 S. Roberts Road\, Palos Hills\, IL\, 60465\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Metropolis Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230827
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240721
DTSTAMP:20260407T114553
CREATED:20230828T173103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230828T173454Z
UID:16044-1693094400-1721519999@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:2023-2024 Fanari Camping Ministries Events List
DESCRIPTION:Learn More: www.fanari.camp/ \nDownload Events List >>
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/fanari23-24/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Metropolis Events,Ministry Events,Y2AM Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230908T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230908T230000
DTSTAMP:20260407T114553
CREATED:20230901T004008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230901T004008Z
UID:16059-1694200500-1694214000@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:"My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3" Girls Night Out
DESCRIPTION:Friday Sept 8\, 2023 – Opening Night! Pickwick Theater #3 – 5 Prospect St. Park Ridge\, IL \nYour ticket includes the movie\, one popcorn\, and a drink! \nArrival Time is 7:15pm ** This is a Private Reserved Showing ** Showtime is at 7:30 pm \nPrepaid reservations only admited. We will have your name at the door. No onsite sales available. \n  \nREGISTER >>
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/bigfatgreekwedding3/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Y2AM Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230912T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231205T213000
DTSTAMP:20260407T114553
CREATED:20230927T163605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230927T164203Z
UID:16217-1694545200-1701811800@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:Catechism Class - Saints Peter and Paul\, Glenview IL
DESCRIPTION:Interested in learning more about your Faith?  Classes are open to all\, but especially those interested in joining the Church through Baptism and/or Chrismation. The class will cover the basics of Orthodox Christianity over a twelve-week period and will be taught by several instructors with graduate theological education. There is no cost and it’s a great way for everyone of any age (teenage and above) and background to learn about our Faith.
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/catechism-class-saints-peter-and-paul-glenview-il/2023-09-12/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Parish Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230916T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230916T133000
DTSTAMP:20260407T114553
CREATED:20230824T191751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230824T192157Z
UID:16035-1694860200-1694871000@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:Dive for the Cross and BBQ
DESCRIPTION:Metropolis of Chicago\nDive for the Cross and BBQ\nin honor of Holy Cross Chapel by the Lake\nSaturday\, September 16th   |   10:30 – 1:30\nSt. Andrew Greek Orthodox Church\n5649 N Sheridan Rd.\, Chicago IL 60660\nAll Parishes are invited to join the Clergy of Chicago as they bless the waters of Lake Michigan and then throw the Cross into the lake for the youth of the Metropolis to dive in and retrieve! \nPrizes will be awarded for each group! \nAfterwards\, we will have swim time followed by a BBQ lunch at St. Andrew’s! \nPARISHES: please collect your RSVPs and send them to St. Andrew Greek Orthodox Church \nno later than September 12th for food counts  \n773-334-4515   |   info@standreworthodox.org \nDOWNLOAD FLYER >>
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/dive-for-the-cross/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Metropolis Events,Metropolitan Nathanael's Events,Ministry Events,Parish Events,Y2AM Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230929
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231002
DTSTAMP:20260407T114553
CREATED:20230816T011253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230816T011253Z
UID:15984-1695945600-1696204799@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:Connect Conference 2023
DESCRIPTION:Connect Orthodox Young Adult Conference \nMinneapolis\, MN September 29-October 1\, 2023\nThis Pan-Orthodox conference brings together young adults ages 21-39 from across the country. The conference will revolve around the theme of Refuge (Matthew 11:28). This year’s speakers are Father Joshua Makoul\, Father Seraphim Majmudar\, Mother Macrena\, and Dan Christopolous. In addition to speaker presentations\, there will be a service event\, worship services\, and social events.  \nFollow @connectorthodox for updates and go to connectorthodox.org to register. \n  \nREGISTER HERE >> \nDOWNLOAD FLYER >>
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/connect-conference-2023/
LOCATION:Minneapolis\, Minnesota\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Metropolis Events,Y2AM Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230929T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230930T150000
DTSTAMP:20260407T114553
CREATED:20230925T201728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230925T201728Z
UID:16193-1695990600-1696086000@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:THE RIDE of Love and Thanks
DESCRIPTION:THE RIDE \nof Love and Thanks \nQuadriplegic Justin “Thanasi” Harris will bicycle from St. Louis\, MO to Springfield\, IL \n  \nDOWNLOAD FLYER
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/the-ride-of-love-and-thanks/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231006
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231009
DTSTAMP:20260407T114553
CREATED:20230822T221018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230822T221019Z
UID:16023-1696550400-1696809599@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:2023 Fanari Fall Camp | 5th-8th Grade
DESCRIPTION:Seeing that waiting an entire year\, or even half of a year for the next session of camp is just too long\, Fanari Fall Camp brings all of the fun of Fanari Summer Camp to fall. This year\, Fanari Fall Camp offers one session for our Athenian and Olympian camper grades: Athenians (5th-6th Grade) & Olympians (7th-8th Grade). \nOur most enjoyable activities include: Worship\, Orthodox Life\, softball\, Fall Fest\, and much more! \nFall Camp 2023 will take place: October 6-8.
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/2023-fanari-fall-camp-5th-8th-grade/
LOCATION:St. Iakovos Retreat Center\, 920 224th Ave.\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Metropolis Events,Ministry Events,Y2AM Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231011
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231014
DTSTAMP:20260407T114553
CREATED:20230228T194949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230605T211126Z
UID:14924-1696982400-1697241599@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:2023 Clergy-Laity Assembly
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe purpose of the Clergy-Laity Assembly is to bring together\, under the care of our hierarch\, Metropolitan Nathanael\, all ordained and lay leaders from within the Metropolis to discuss and decide important matters affecting the life\, growth\, and unity of the Church\, its ministries\, finances\, and philanthropic concerns. \nThe Assembly provides an environment in which our clergymen and lay representatives can come together in worship and fellowship to exchange knowledge and ideas\, share best practices and\, ultimately\, make informed decisions that benefit and further the mission of the Metropolis. \nThe theme of the 2023 Clergy-Laity/Philoptochos Assembly is:  Trust in God: “…God who began a good work in you will surely complete it…” (Phillipians 1:6). \n  \nLEARN MORE \nREGISTER \nREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED BY SEPT 11\, 2023.  
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/2023-cla/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Metropolis Events,Metropolitan Nathanael's Events,Ministry Events,Parish Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231011T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231011T210000
DTSTAMP:20260407T114553
CREATED:20231002T160049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231002T160120Z
UID:16238-1697050800-1697058000@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:YAL Orthodoxy on Tap - October
DESCRIPTION:YAL Orthodoxy on Tap\nWEDNESDAY\, OCTOBER 11   |   7-9PM   \nDRAFT PICKS – 912 Busse Rd. Mount Prospect\, IL \n  \nTICKETS: $5\, REGISTRATION REQUIRED – REGISTER HERE>> \nKicking off our first OOT of the year with Christo Papademos! Christo is a 2018 graduate of Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology and is the Pastoral Assistant and Youth Director at Annunciation Cathedral in San Francisco since 2019. He will be diving deeper into our theme for the new year: Commit \nWe welcome young adults ages 18-35.
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/yal-oot-10-23/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Metropolis Events,Y2AM Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231014T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231014T140000
DTSTAMP:20260407T114553
CREATED:20231004T000432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231004T000432Z
UID:16240-1697277600-1697292000@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:Open House Chicago
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce we are participating\, for the first time\, in Open House Chicago with @ChiArchitecture!\n\nSaturday\, October 14th 10 am – 2 pm\n\nSunday\, October 15th Noon – 5 pm\n\n\nWe’re one of more than 170 sites in 20+ neighborhoods welcoming visitors for this FREE annual architecture  festival.\n\n\n\nSearch Open House Chicago to see this year’s site list. #OHC2023 #Chicago #architecture\n\n\nSt. Andrew Greek Orthodox Church
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/open-house-chicago/2023-10-14/
LOCATION:St. Andrew’s Greek Orthodox Church\, 5649 N Sheridan Rd\, Chicago\, IL\, 60660\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Parish Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231016T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231016T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T114553
CREATED:20230927T163342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230927T164057Z
UID:16210-1697482800-1697488200@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:Divorce Rebuilders
DESCRIPTION:SS. Peter and Paul’s Divorce Rebuilders offers support\, guidance and hope to those who are separated and divorced. Meetings will begin this Fall starting on Monday\, October 16 through November 20\, 2023 \, 7-8:30 p.m. for six consecutive weeks in the church library. ZOOM will be available for those who cannot attend in person. This group provides a place where you can learn\, heal and rebuild from the hurt of divorce. New insights and perspectives will help you create new understandings towards developing new personal\, relational and spiritual goals in your life. Discussion\, feedback and support are integral components of this program. In addition\, our group participates in ongoing social activities. \nLeader: Maria Boyle\, Counseling\, Northwestern University. \nTo enroll in this program\, please email: mariaharduvel4@gmail.com or divorcerebuilders@ssppglenview.org and please note in the subject heading: Divorce Rebuilders. There is no cost for this program.
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/divorce-rebuilders/2023-10-16/
LOCATION:SS. Peter and Paul\, 1401 Wagner Rd.\, Glenview\, IL\, 60025\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Parish Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231102T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231102T210000
DTSTAMP:20260407T114553
CREATED:20231026T205422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231026T205422Z
UID:16330-1698951600-1698958800@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:Young Adult Bible Study: "Contemporary Orthodoxy"
DESCRIPTION:Young Adult Bible Study: “Contemporary Orthodoxy”\nSpecial Guest Speaker: His Eminence Metropolitan Nathanael of Chicago\nTopic: Organ Donation\nNovember 2nd 2023   |   7PM\n  \nIn Person at Holy Taxiarhai & St. Haralambos Greek Orthodox Church  \n7373 N Caldwell Ave.\, Niles IL 60713 \n  \nQUESTIONS? Email: \nSofia Gjata – gjata032@gmail.com \nAdrianna Daskalopoulos – adrianna.daskalopoulos@gmail.com \n  \nDOWNLOAD EVENT FLYER >>
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/young-adult-bible-study-contemporary-orthodoxy/
LOCATION:Holy Taxiarhai – Saint Haralambos\, 7373 Caldwell Ave.\, Niles\, IL\, 60714\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Metropolitan Nathanael's Events,Parish Events,Y2AM Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Holy Taxiarhai  &amp%3Bamp%3B Saint Haralambos":MAILTO:office@saintharalambosgoc.org
GEO:42.0163939;-87.7905513
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Holy Taxiarhai – Saint Haralambos 7373 Caldwell Ave. Niles IL 60714 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=7373 Caldwell Ave.:geo:-87.7905513,42.0163939
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231116T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231116T213000
DTSTAMP:20260407T114553
CREATED:20231102T160314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231102T160314Z
UID:16388-1700163000-1700170200@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:The Rite of Spring & Kavakos
DESCRIPTION:Greek violinist Leonidas Kavakos joins the Chicago Symphony Orchestra at Symphony Center November 16-19 at Symphony Center. Kavakos brings an “intense\, silken\, mercurial sound (The Guardian) to his rendition of Szymanowski’s folk-inspired Second Violin Concerto before the CSO presents The Rite of Spring\, a panorama of ancient pagan rituals that put Stravinskly’s modernism squarely on the map. The program opens with Mussorgsky’s fiery depiction of a witches’ sabbath. \nUse promo code KAVAKOS to save 20% on tickets.
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/the-rite-of-spring-kavakos/2023-11-16/
LOCATION:Symphony Center\, 220 S. Michigan Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60604\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231202T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231202T140000
DTSTAMP:20260407T114553
CREATED:20231106T155602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T155602Z
UID:16399-1701514800-1701525600@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:FREE Guided Saturday Tours at the National Hellenic Museum
DESCRIPTION:Join us for FREE guided tours every Saturday\, offered through December 16\, 2023. \nThe National Hellenic Museum is offering FREE\, limited-time offer guided tours every Saturday at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. These one-hour tours offer a comprehensive journey through the museum’s rich exhibitions and artifacts. \nExplore 2\,500 years of Greek history in ‘Hellenic Heads’ by George Petrides and take a trip down memory lane in ‘Gather Together: Chicago Street Photography by Diane Alexander White.’ The museum also proudly presents ‘Legacy\, Renewal & Unity: Celebrating 100 Years of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America\,’ along with ‘Archons of the Ecumenical Patriarchate: Protecting the Future of Faith.’ \nFinally\, see the Greek American story as never before in our permanent exhibition\, ‘Reaching for the American Dream: The Greek Story in America.’ Weather permitting\, you can conclude your visit with a trip to the museum’s rooftop\, where you’ll experience a breathtaking view of the surrounding area. \nReserve your spot now! \n  \nAdditional Information \nNational Hellenic Museum \n333 South Halsted Street \nChicago IL 60661 \n  \n(312) 655-1234
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/free-guided-saturday-tours-at-the-national-hellenic-museum-3/
LOCATION:National Hellenic Museum\, 333 S Halsted Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="National Hellenic Musem":MAILTO:cdye@hellenicmuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231203T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231203T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T114553
CREATED:20231101T203354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231101T203354Z
UID:16370-1701619200-1701633600@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:2023 Community Christmas Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Metropolis of Chicago Community Christmas Celebration\nSunday\, December 3rd\, 2023 \n4pm – 8pm   \nThe Carlisle \n435 E Butterfield Rd. Lombard\, IL 60148 \n— \nLight appetizers and refreshments will be served. \n\n\n 
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/christmas23/
LOCATION:The Carlisle\, 435 Butterfield Rd\, Lombard\, 60148
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Metropolis Events,Metropolitan Nathanael's Events,Ministry Events,Parish Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231209T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231209T140000
DTSTAMP:20260407T114553
CREATED:20231106T155516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T155516Z
UID:16404-1702119600-1702130400@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:FREE Guided Saturday Tours at the National Hellenic Museum
DESCRIPTION:Join us for FREE guided tours every Saturday\, offered through December 16\, 2023. \nThe National Hellenic Museum is offering FREE\, limited-time offer guided tours every Saturday at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. These one-hour tours offer a comprehensive journey through the museum’s rich exhibitions and artifacts. \nExplore 2\,500 years of Greek history in ‘Hellenic Heads’ by George Petrides and take a trip down memory lane in ‘Gather Together: Chicago Street Photography by Diane Alexander White.’ The museum also proudly presents ‘Legacy\, Renewal & Unity: Celebrating 100 Years of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America\,’ along with ‘Archons of the Ecumenical Patriarchate: Protecting the Future of Faith.’ \nFinally\, see the Greek American story as never before in our permanent exhibition\, ‘Reaching for the American Dream: The Greek Story in America.’ Weather permitting\, you can conclude your visit with a trip to the museum’s rooftop\, where you’ll experience a breathtaking view of the surrounding area. \nReserve your spot now! \n  \nAdditional Information \nNational Hellenic Museum \n333 South Halsted Street \nChicago IL 60661 \n  \n(312) 655-1234 \n 
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/free-guided-saturday-tours-at-the-national-hellenic-museum-2/
LOCATION:National Hellenic Museum\, 333 S Halsted Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="National Hellenic Musem":MAILTO:cdye@hellenicmuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231212T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231212T220000
DTSTAMP:20260407T114553
CREATED:20231107T230825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231107T231200Z
UID:16446-1702404000-1702418400@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:Pick Up Your Cross and Follow Me: Christmas Party
DESCRIPTION:Pick Up Your Cross and Follow Me\nChristmas Party \n  \nDecember 12\, 2023   |   6PM \nConcorde Banquets\, 20922 N Rand Rd. Kildeer\, IL 60047 \n  \nA sensory friendly event with dinner\, dancing\, and pictures with Santa! \n\n\n 
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/puycfm-christmas/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Metropolis Events,Ministry Events,Y2AM Events
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