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UID:18365-1716508800-1716767999@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:2024 Junior Olympics
DESCRIPTION:The Junior Olympics of the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Chicago dates back to 1981 and has grown into the largest single gathering youth in the Metropolis\, filled with family-friendly activities. From its inception\, the Junior Olympics has been hosted by SS. Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church\, Palos Hills\, Illinois. The community not only organizes the event\, but also shares its facilities with the entire Metropolis to make the Junior Olympics possible. \nEach year\, thousands of parents\, young adults\, and children look forward to kicking off the Summer at this Memorial Day Weekend event in order to coach\, view\, and participate in the festivities. Olympic activities are offered for all age levels\, with competition in basketball\, swimming\, track and field\, softball\, volleyball\, soccer\, chess\, checkers\, backgammon (tavli)\, ping-pong\, & much more. The Junior Olympics aims to live its mission\, which is rooted in St. Paul’s Second Letter to Timothy: “…If anyone competes as an athlete\, they do not win the prize unless they compete according to the rules. Remember\, therefore Jesus Christ Risen from the dead...” \nThe 2024 Junior Olympics will be held May 24-26\, 2024 at SS. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church and Stagg High School\, Palos Hills\, IL with bowling held at Bowlero in Woodridge\, IL. \nLEARN MORE >> 
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/2024-junior-olympics/
LOCATION:SS. Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church\, Palos Hills\, IL
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Metropolis Events,Ministry Events,Parish Events,Y2AM Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240530T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240530T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T115554
CREATED:20240506T194409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T194409Z
UID:18856-1717093800-1717102800@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:YAL CHICAGO - St. Emmelia Vespers
DESCRIPTION:Join us on May 30th for vespers of St Emmelia\, the patron saint of YAL Chicago! Hosted at Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral at 6:30pm\, followed by dinner at Happy Camper Old Town! \n  \nREGISTRATION IS LIMITED! RSVP TODAY! \nhttps://chicago.goarch.org/yal-st-emmelia/ 
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/yal-chicago-st-emmelia-vespers/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Metropolis Events,Y2AM Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="YAL Chicago":MAILTO:yalchicago@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240531T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240602T220000
DTSTAMP:20260406T115554
CREATED:20240516T162714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240516T162714Z
UID:19114-1717174800-1717365600@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:Lincoln Park Greek Fest
DESCRIPTION:This popular annual cultural celebration on the grounds of St. George Greek Orthodox Church will serve up authentic flavorful food\, great music\, dancing and pure fun. \nThe St. George Greek Orthodox Church and the Lincoln Park Greek Community are proud to host the Lincoln Park Greek Fest. You too can be Greek for a day at the Lincoln Park Greek Fest! Whether one is Greek or not\, this fest promises that everyone will be proudly Hellenic for at least a day. \nJoin us Friday at 7:30pm for a concert by 16 Candles. Saturday and Sunday will include Greek music and dancing!
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/lincoln-park-greek-fest/
LOCATION:Saint George – Chicago\, IL\, 2701 N Sheffield Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60614\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Parish Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="St. George Parish":MAILTO:office@stgeorgechicago.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240607T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240609T220000
DTSTAMP:20260406T115554
CREATED:20240227T193553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T193553Z
UID:17080-1717761600-1717970400@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:St. Sophia Elgin IL 2024 Greek Festival
DESCRIPTION:Join us for great community food\, fun\, and dancing!\n\nAuthentic Greek food and pastries (cooked by our favorite chefs…our parishioners)\, an indoor Marketplace (featuring unique crafts and vendors)\, Music (live bands and DJs)\, and Greek Dancing by our Agape Dancers\, and of course you\, our wonderful patrons (don’t forget your dancing shoes)! View our Website for more detailed information.
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/st-sophia-elgin-il-2024-greek-festival/
LOCATION:St. Sophia Elgin\, IL\, 525 Church Road\, Elgin\, 60123\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="St. Sophia Elgin%2C IL":MAILTO:office@st-sophia.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240607T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240609T220000
DTSTAMP:20260406T115554
CREATED:20240410T195223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240410T195223Z
UID:18220-1717779600-1717970400@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:Lincoln Square Greekfest 2024
DESCRIPTION:Please join us on June 7\, 8\, and 9 for our annual Lincoln Square Greekfest\, hosted by St. Demetrios Church in Chicago. Enjoy authentic Greek food & pastries\, Greek spirits\, live music & dancing\, vendors\, church tours\, and a kidzone. Free parking at Swedish Hospital
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/lincoln-square-greekfest-2024/
LOCATION:Saint Demetrios – Chicago\, IL\, 2727 W Winona St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60625\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Parish Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="St. Demetrios Chicago":MAILTO:office@stdemetrioschicago.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240615
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240617
DTSTAMP:20260406T115554
CREATED:20240401T230354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T230809Z
UID:17735-1718409600-1718582399@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:Taste of Greece - Twelve Holy Apostles - Duluth\, MN
DESCRIPTION:Taste of Greece is Twelve Holy Apostles’ annual Greek festival held in Duluth\, MN. \nMORE INFO: https://www.12holyapostles.org/tasteofgreece.html
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/taste-of-greece-twelve-holy-apostles-duluth-mn/
LOCATION:Marshal School – Duluth\, MN\, 1215 Rice Lake Rd.\, Duluth\, MN\, 55811\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Parish Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Twelve Holy Apostles Church%2C Duluth%2C MN":MAILTO:12apostleschurch@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240615T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240616T220000
DTSTAMP:20260406T115554
CREATED:20240410T194755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240410T194755Z
UID:18180-1718463600-1718575200@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:St. Nicholas Oak Lawn Greek Fest
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we celebrate 60 years! \nSaturday\, June 16 & Sunday\, June 17 \nLive Music\, great food\, and fun!
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/st-nicholas-oak-lawn-greek-fest/
LOCATION:St. Nicholas Church – Oak Lawn\, IL\, 10301 S Kolmar Ave\, Oak Lawn\, IL\, 60453\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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GEO:41.704545;-87.7336525
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240621T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240623T180000
DTSTAMP:20260406T115554
CREATED:20240516T152014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240516T152046Z
UID:19025-1718967600-1719165600@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:Annunciation Greek Fest
DESCRIPTION:Annunciation Greek Fest at Wisconsin State Fair Park June 21-23 \nFriday: 11-9 \nSaturday: 11-9 \nSunday: 11-6
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/annunciation-greek-fest/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Parish Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240628
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240701
DTSTAMP:20260406T115554
CREATED:20240522T170331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240522T170331Z
UID:19267-1719532800-1719791999@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:Greek Festival - St. Spyridon - Sheboygan\, WI
DESCRIPTION:St. Spyridon\, Sheboygan WI Greek Festival \nJune 28-30 \nLearn more:  sheboygangreekfestival.com
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/st-spyridon-greek-festival/
LOCATION:St. Spyridon – Sheboygan\, WI\, 1425 S 10th St.\, Sheboygan\, WI\, 53081\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Parish Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240712T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240714T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T115554
CREATED:20240430T002025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240520T202027Z
UID:18632-1720782000-1720990800@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:St. Demetrios Church in Libertyville Greek Fest
DESCRIPTION:The annual Lake County Greek Fest takes place on Friday\, July 12\, Saturday\, July 13\, and Sunday\, July 14 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 sixteen-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\, Athenian chicken\, Gyros\, Spanakopita\, 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 for more details.
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/st-demetrios-church-in-libertyville-greek-fest-2/
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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ORGANIZER;CN="St. Demetrios Libertyville":MAILTO:officeadmin@saintdemetrioslibertyville.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240712T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240713T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T115554
CREATED:20240612T181007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240612T181053Z
UID:19797-1720796400-1720904400@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:Greek Fest - Annunciation\, Muskegon Michigan
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/greek-fest-annunciation-muskegon-michigan/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240713T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240714T220000
DTSTAMP:20260406T115554
CREATED:20240403T162613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240618T183613Z
UID:17841-1720879200-1720994400@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:Edgewater Greek Fest
DESCRIPTION:The 62nd annual Edgewater Greek Fest will be held at St. Andrew’s Greek Orthodox Church Chicago on Saturday\, July 13 and Sunday\, July 14th\, 2024 from 12:00 noon to 10:00 pm.  We invite you to come and join us for a weekend of delicious Greek food\, entertainment\, live Greek music\, fellowship and to all shout: OPA!
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/edgewater-greek-fest/
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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ORGANIZER;CN="St. Andrew Greek Orthodox Church":MAILTO:info@standreworthodox.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240713T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240714T220000
DTSTAMP:20260406T115554
CREATED:20240604T190047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T190047Z
UID:19621-1720882800-1720994400@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:St. Spyridon - Greek Festival - Palos Heights IL
DESCRIPTION:St. Spyridon – Greek Festival – Palos Heights IL \nJuly 13-14\, 2024 \n12307 S. Ridgeland Palos Heights \nMore info: https://saint-spyridon.net/ 
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/greek-festival-st-spyridon-palos-heights/
LOCATION:St. Spyridon – Palos Heights\, IL\, 12307 S. Ridgeland Ave.\, Palos Heights\, IL\, 60463\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Parish Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240720T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240721T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T115554
CREATED:20240718T011501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240718T011501Z
UID:20275-1721473200-1721581200@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:Taste of the Greek Festival - St. Nicholas St. Louis MO
DESCRIPTION:Authentic Greek Food  |  Delicious Pastries  |  Greek Beer & Wine \nLive Music  |  Dance Performances \nFree Admission  |  Free Parking \n  \nopastl.com
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/st-nicholas-mo-greek-festival/
LOCATION:St. Nicholas Family Life Center – St. Louis\, MO\, 12550 S. Forty Dr.\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63141\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Parish Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240726
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240729
DTSTAMP:20260406T115554
CREATED:20240516T153156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240516T153156Z
UID:19105-1721952000-1722211199@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:Holy Trinity\, Sioux City IA - Greek Festival
DESCRIPTION:Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church\nSioux City\, Iowa\nGreek Festival July 26\, 27\, and 28\, 2024
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/holy-trinity-greek-festival/
LOCATION:Holy Trinity – Sioux City\, 900 6th St.\, Sioux City\, IA\, 51101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Parish Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240823T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240825T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T115554
CREATED:20240402T184000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240405T202223Z
UID:17806-1724410800-1724601600@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:The Original Rochester Greek Fest
DESCRIPTION:Our annual Greek Fest since 1963.
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/the-original-rochester-greek-fest/2024-08-23/
LOCATION:Holy Anargyroi – Rochester\, MN\, 703 W Center St.\, Rochester\, MN\, 55904\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Smaro Spandonidis":MAILTO:smaro7@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240831T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240902T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T115554
CREATED:20240718T011804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240718T011804Z
UID:20277-1725102000-1725296400@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:Taste of the Greek Festival - St. Nicholas St. Louis MO
DESCRIPTION:Authentic Greek Food  |  Live Music  |  Dance Performances \nChurch Tours   |   Gift Shop \nFree Admission  |  Free Parking \n  \nopastl.com
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/st-nicholas-mo-festival/
LOCATION:St. Nicholas Family Life Center – St. Louis\, MO\, 12550 S. Forty Dr.\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63141\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Parish Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240831T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240901T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T115554
CREATED:20240513T235337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240513T235337Z
UID:18961-1725112800-1725224400@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:Taste of Greece Fest - Assumption\, Homer Glen
DESCRIPTION:Be Greek For A Day!  Our annual Greek Festival\, where you can come and have great food\, dance and have a good time.
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/taste-of-greece-fest-assumption-homer-glen/
LOCATION:Assumption – Homer Glen\, IL\, 15625 S Bell Rd.\, Homer Glen\, IL\, 60491\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Parish Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Assumption Greek Orthodox Church-Homer Glen%2C IL":MAILTO:assumptionchurch11@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240927
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240930
DTSTAMP:20260406T115554
CREATED:20240516T155339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240516T155339Z
UID:19110-1727395200-1727654399@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:Aurora Greek Festival
DESCRIPTION:Aurora Greek Fest offers a taste of Greek hospitality\, culture and most importantly delicious Greek food! \nSt. Athanasios Greek Orthodox Church hosts this semi-annual festival which runs for a long weekend in May and September\, attracting thousands of guests from Aurora and the surrounding suburbs. \nNow in its 25th year\, the Aurora Greek Fest is much more than a cultural event for the families of St. Athanasios Greek Orthodox Church. It is an opportunity to share a part of ourselves with the community. Who we are. Where we come from. What we believe. \nAs you enjoy our excellent cooking\, we invite you all inside our beautiful parish to receive a “taste” of our religious heritage which was founded in Christ and passed down to us without interruption for nearly 2\,000 years. \nAdmission is free and we have plenty of parking. We look forward to seeing you this September!
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/aurora-greek-festival-24/
LOCATION:St. Athanasios – Aurora\, IL\, 1855 5th Ave.\, Aurora\, IL\, 60504\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Parish Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240929T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240929T180000
DTSTAMP:20260406T115554
CREATED:20240909T214330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T174007Z
UID:21059-1727611200-1727632800@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:Father Steve Memorial Pickleball Tournament
DESCRIPTION:Grab a partner and have some fun! All levels and ages welcome. $50 Registration Fee (Includes T-shirt). Father Steve Bithos always believed in bringing people together. This memorial tournament is honoring his dream of using pickleball and athletics to build a stronger\, more connected Greek community. Donations will help St. Nicholas carry on his legacy.
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/father-steve-memorial-pickleball-tournament/
LOCATION:St. Nicholas Church – Oak Lawn\, IL\, 10301 S Kolmar Ave\, Oak Lawn\, IL\, 60453\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241006T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241006T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T115554
CREATED:20240607T191255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240607T191255Z
UID:19675-1728212400-1728234000@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:Annunciation\, Kankakee IL - Church Festival
DESCRIPTION:Traditional Parish Festival\, with delicious dinners\, Greek pastries\, loukoumades\, live Greek band\, costumed parish dancers\, church tours\, children’s games\, bingo\, and much else!
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/annunciation-kankakee-il-church-festival/
LOCATION:Annunciation – Kankakee\, IL\, 296 N Washington Ave\, Kankakee\, IL\, 60901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Parish Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241010T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241010T220000
DTSTAMP:20260406T115554
CREATED:20240909T212325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T172123Z
UID:21052-1728586800-1728597600@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:St. Iakovos Retreat Center Thursday Game Night
DESCRIPTION:Join us in support for a non-traditional smoker night filled with food\, fun\, drinks\, and prizes! There will be several games as well as broadcasting of the 49ers vs. Seahawks football game. Make your reservations today with Marilyn Tzakis at mgtltd@aol.com!
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/st-iakovos-retreat-center-thursday-game-night/
LOCATION:Fountain Blue Banquets\, 2300 Mannheim Road\, Des Plaines\,\, IL\, 60018\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241013T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241013T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T115554
CREATED:20240918T171720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T171720Z
UID:21093-1728820800-1728838800@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:Fall Volunteer Day 2024
DESCRIPTION:The members of the retreat center’s auxiliary group need your help in preparing for the winter season. There is much to do around the barn such as painting the fence\, planting perennial flowers\, and preparing the orchard. So please bring your family and friends; along with your work gloves and handy tools\, and spend a beautiful day in God’s country. \nPlease contact Marlon Karras at 630-561-5972 and more information will be given upon registration.
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/fall-volunteer-day-2024/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241020T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241020T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T115554
CREATED:20241017T041735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241021T034036Z
UID:21590-1729423800-1729458000@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:St Demetrios Chicago’s Lincoln Square GreekToberFest
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our annual Lincoln Square GreekToberFest at St Demetrios Chicago 2727 W. Winona St. \nSaturday\, October 19\, 4-10 pm & Sunday\, October 20 11:30 am-9 pm Dine-in or Carry-out Authentic Greek Food\, Pastries\, Loukoumades Greek Music & Dancing\, Pony Rides & Petting Zoo (Saturday 5 to 8 pm)  Ormi Orchestra Live! (Sunday 3 pm).
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/st-demetrios-chicagos-lincoln-square-greektoberfest-2/
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:20241109T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241109T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T115554
CREATED:20240920T235023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T225721Z
UID:21196-1731175200-1731186000@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:Assumption Chicago Trivia Night 100-Year Anniversary Kick-off Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Food and Drinks 6:00 pm / Trivia 7:00 pm\n$25 per person\, Includes food games and Trivia\n$10 for Kids 12 and under \nRegistration Link: https://form.jotform.com/242486335605055
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/assumption-chicago-trivia-night-100-year-anniversary-kick-off-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Assumption Greek Orthodox Church Chicago in Plato Hall (601 S. Central Ave Chicago\, IL 60148)
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Parish Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241114T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241114T220000
DTSTAMP:20260406T115554
CREATED:20241010T232313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241101T043347Z
UID:21503-1731609000-1731621600@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:Fundraiser - Hellenic College/Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by HC/HC Alumni\, Men’s Groups of Ascension\, Holy Apostles\, St. Athanasios & Sts. Peter & Paul and St. George’s YAL \nKeynote Speaker: Dr. Demetrios Katos ( President of Hellenic College Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology) \nTickets: $125 per person\, $1\,250 per table \nPlease purchase tickets here.  \nYou may also call 630.851.6106 to reserve your spot by November 7\, 2024. \nCocktails: 6:30 pm \nDinner: 7:30 pm \n 
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/fundraiser-hellenic-college-holy-cross-greek-orthodox-school-of-theology-2/
LOCATION:Empress Banquet Hall\, 200 E Lake St\, Addison\, IL\, 60101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241208T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241208T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T115554
CREATED:20241115T140913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241202T055412Z
UID:22733-1733673600-1733684400@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:Community Christmas Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, December 8\, 2024 from 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm \nLocation: The Carlisle \n435 E. Butterfield Road. \nLombard\, IL 60148 \nAppetizers & refreshments will be served \nHelp us provide warmth to those in need by donating new hats\, scarves\, gloves\, or gift cards to provide bedding for the Philoxenia House located in Rochester Minnesota www.philoxeniacharities.org/about.html \n“Love each other with a warm love that comes from the heart.” \n1 Peter 1:22
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/community-christmas-celebration/
LOCATION:The Carlisle\, 435 Butterfield Rd\, Lombard\, 60148
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250204T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250204T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T115554
CREATED:20250117T151354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T050648Z
UID:24177-1738695600-1738699200@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:Strengthen Stewardship Now & Forever
DESCRIPTION:Fr. Mark Leondis is the Pastor of Saint Mark Church in Boca Raton\, Florida. He has served the Church for almost 30 years on an Archdiocesan\, Metropolis and parish level. Besides his work with youth\, camping\, college and young adults\, he has served as the President of the Archdiocesan Presbyters Council\, serves as the Vice-Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Hellenic College/Holy Cross\, and lovingly shepherds the faithful of Saint Mark. He is married to Anastasia and has two adult children (Juliana and Alex). The Saint Mark Church is a Christ-centered-\, ministry-and\, outreach-minded parish\, with over 700 active families. \nEveryone is encouraged to attend and participate. We also humbly request that Clergy forward this to their respective Stewardship Chairs. \nZoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89939335894?pwd=in9fTE2ABpa483M5Oe4RqgV1dCbzUE.1 \nLearn more here: https://chicago.goarch.org/resource-directory/stewardship/
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/strengthen-stewardship-now-forever/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250208T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250208T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T115554
CREATED:20250110T144643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T012613Z
UID:24015-1739008800-1739026800@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:The Ministry of Women in the Church: Reflections of Leaders\, Inspiring Growth
DESCRIPTION:This is a one day conference featuring our Keynote speaker\, Elizabeth Prodromou\, Lunch\, and a panel of six speakers\, all addressing the topic of The Ministry of Women in the Church. Our purpose is to gain a picture of the various kinds of ministries women offer in the Church\, discussing both the difficulties and the joys/benefits in implementing and practicing these ministries\, and envisioning the path forward for ministry by women in the Church.
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/the-ministry-of-women-in-the-church-reflections-of-leaders-inspiring-growth/
LOCATION:St. Andrew’s Greek Orthodox Church\, 5649 N Sheridan Rd\, Chicago\, IL\, 60660\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Metropolis Events,Ministry Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250405T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250405T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T115554
CREATED:20250219T031459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250301T205710Z
UID:24787-1743843600-1743865200@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:Family Synaxis Lenten Retreat 2025
DESCRIPTION:+ REGISTER NOW: A RETREAT BY FAMILIES\, FOR FAMILIES! Registration is now open for the Family Synaxis Lenten Retreat on Saturday\, April 5th\, a unique opportunity for Orthodox Christian families to gather and grow together on our journey to Christ and His Kingdom. Through concurrent sessions\, the retreat will include engaging activities\, Lenten discussions\, and fun games and activities for our K-12 youth\, as well as thought-provoking talks\, topics\, and tips for parents on raising strong\, faithful Christians in today’s world. The retreat theme is “Following Christ Together: Strengthening Families through the Bond of Community”\, and Fr. George Dokos of Holy Apostles Church (Westchester\, IL) will be the keynote speaker.  The retreat will be held at Ascension of Our Lord church in Lincolnshire and the cost is $75/family. Please visit www.gocfamilysynaxis.org/lenten-retreat-2025; or see the flyer and scan the QR code to learn more and register by the March 23rd deadline!
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/family-synaxis-lenten-retreat-2025/
LOCATION:Ascension of Our Lord\, 1207 Riverwoods Road\, Lincolnshire\, IL\, 60069\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Lenten Events,Metropolis Events,Ministry Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Metropolis of Chicago Family Synaxis Ministry":MAILTO:chicago.family.synaxis@gmail.com
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