Saints Raphael, Nicholas and Irene Greek Orthodox Church of Cumming, Georgia announces its annual Greek Festival; occurring October 15th and 16th, 2011 - 11am to 10pm (7pm on Sun)

New this year!!! Drive through food service, for those on the go.

An entertaining Greek village will be found on the 15 acre church property off Bethelview Road in South Forsyth County. The scent and sounds of authentic Greek food and music will fill the air, creating a festive atmosphere.  
The event offers visitors a unique opportunity to share in the rich history of the Greek culture and it's beautiful traditions. 

Period costumed Hellenic Dancers will perform various traditional Greek dances throughout the day and night of the two day event. Curious shops with art, jewelry, and other Aegean items will compliment the culinary offerings and entertainment. 

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A very fun kids play area will also be in the park-like setting plus traditional Greek coffee and liqueurs may be found at the Kafenion (cafe-neon).

The scent and sounds of authentic Greek food and music will fill the air, creating a festive atmosphere. The event offers visitors a unique opportunity to share in the rich history of the Greek culture and it's beautiful traditions.

Curious shops enhance the village experience with the following to look forward to:

That Greek Girl Unique Mediterranean Cosmetics
Alexander's Gift & Grecian Jewelry
Ancient Greek Coinage Numismatics
The Artisan Resource Group Ceramics
Big Game Company Oil Paintings
Ricamo Greek Merchants
Sts. RNI Greek Orthodox Store
The Gifted Pan artisan (prosforo) bread pans & more
Stones to Wear Jewelry
Mandy Benghali Arts and Stones

Traditional village cuisine will be served at the Greek restaurant, or Taverna.  Wonderful Souvlaki (soov-ly-kee), Pastitsio (past-eet-sio), Gyros (ye-rrr-ohs) and other authentic food is also on the full menu.  At another shop in the village, delicious, better than donuts, Loukoumades (loo-koo-mah-dez) will be cooked in front of you, then hand dipped in honey.  Festival pastries, including Baklava (honey, clarified butter, puffed pastry layers) and much more will be explained and available in one of the many outdoor shops. 

Saints Raphael Nicholas and Irene Greek Orthodox Church
Cumming Greek Festival 2012
Committee Chairs

Festival Spiritual Advisor - Fr. Barnabas Powell
Visitor Greetings - Gigi Ray
Children's Area  - Laura Kafalas and Jackie Klock
Church Tours - Fr. Barnabas
Finance - Paul Ray & Dennis Kostulakos
Food Service - Jimmy Alexiou, Tasso Kafalas, Johnny Melts
Drive Through Food Service - Nik Moissiadis & Vic Pryles
Taverna - Kostas Bozzuto
Pastries - Ginny Kostulakos
Vendors - Laura Kafalas
Cashiers Lead - Mary Roberts
Parking Lot Czar - Ed Trainor
Housekeeping - Anthony Birozes
Infrastructure - David Chapman & Tasso Kefalas
Kafenion - Suzi Pryles
Sts. RNI Gift Shop - Mary Milam
Loukoumades - Bill & Margaret Manos
Publicity, Marketing, Visitor Guide - Mary & David Roberts
Sponsors - Nik & Janine Moissiadis
Sts. RNI Store - Mary Milam
Volunteer Coordinator - Anne Trainor & Athena Catapano
Festival Stage, Music,  and Dance - Suzi Pryles & David Roberts
Church Grounds Beauty - John Patrick & Nick Panos

 

Click here for Festival Expense Reimbursement Form