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WELCOME TO OUR

2010 GRECIAN FESTIVAL A Welcome from Reverend Dean N. Paleologos

Every two years, for the last 34 years, the Saint Spyridon Greek Orthodox Community opens its doors and welcomes everyone to our grounds, to enjoy a bit of Hellenism with our family as we celebrate the Grecian Festival. We call this “philoxenia,” which literally means ‘friendship to all people’. For three days we open our hearts and welcome you to be part of our Greek experience.

The Grecian Festival has been a highlight of Worcester and Central Massachusetts since 1976. It has grown to become the fi nest and the largest festival of New England, with attendance exceeding 20,000 people. We recognize and commemorate our forefathers, those Greek immigrants who came to the United States and Worcester to create a new life, and in doing so, made lasting contributions to the religious, economic, cultural and political development of Worcester. It’s also a time to join in the festivities of our Hellenic Heritage.

I would like to send my heartfelt appreciation to all those who have helped make the 2010 Grecian Festival possible. This includes our city and state offi cials, our neighbors, our wonderful sponsors, the media, and those who have offered “in kind” donations. These supportive commitments refl ect a partnership with the Saint Spyridon Greek Orthodox Community as generous stewards of the Grecian Festival. Profound gratitude is in order to the chairman Konstantinos “Gus” Giannakis, all the committee chairpeople, our numerous volunteers, our vendors, our participants, amongst others. A great welcome to all our guests who provide energy and enthusiasm that will make this festival truly special.

I invite you all to experience our Hellenic Culture, Heritage and Faith. Most importantly to be embraced by God’s Love “Agape” and our love to all people - “philoxenia”.

Very Truly Yours in Christ,

Rev. Dean N. Paleologos

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AGORASHOPPING

CINEMAROOM

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KIDS’FEST

We are truly grateful to have you join us for the 2010 Grecian Festival. Experience a bit of Greece as we take you through some of the wonderful features that make our Festival unique…

…In our Main Food Line choose from 15 homemade Greek specialty foods and pastries including Lamb & Chicken Shish-Kebab, Moussaka, Pastichio, Spinach or Cheese Pita, Stuffed Grape Leaves, Baklava, and many more.

…For a quick sandwich try the Fast Food Line and order a Gyro, Loukaniko (Greek Sausage), or Pork Souvlaki Wrap.

…Relax in the outdoor Kafenio and enjoy a Greek Coffee, Iced Frappe, glass of Wine, Beer, or sip on an Ouzo. Sample one of the Meze, (Greek appetizers) or better yet order the Pikilia Assortment Plate.

…Take a stroll through the Agora: An open air marketplace where merchants keep shops to sell their goods… Visit our very own Agora right here in the Auditorium. Purchase Traditional Greek Sweets to eat here or to take

home with you from our Bakery Shop. Touch the Treasured Handmade Linens from years ago made with love which can be found in the Linen Shop. Authentic Handmade Greek Jewelry for children and adults can be found at the different jewelry shops throughout the Agora. View Hellenic books with many titles to choose from as well as traditional Greek childrens books in our two Book shops. A “Scents of Greece” can be found at the handmade soap shop specializing in olive oil soaps. Traditional Greek statues, plaques and wall art can be found at Makis Place, a festival favorite. Byzantine icons and many other religious items are displayed in our Religious Shop. Contemporary and eclectic clothing can be found at the boutique shops located throughout the Agora. Do not forget to purchase an authentic Choco Freta Chocolate bar and Amita Juice from our very own Periptero, a Kiosk fi lled with candies, chips and other treats. The Periptero will also be selling the featured fi lms seen in our Cinema Room. Purchase a raffl e ticket and take a chance to win a variety of great items at the Agora raffl e.

…Movie buffs can catch a fi lm by local artists in our new Cinema Room...we even offer popcorn and soda pop!

…Take a chance on the Raffl e and drive home in a new BMW 128i coupe.

…Join your children for games and treats at the Kids’ Fest.

…Learn a few steps from our Dance Troupes...don’t be shy...grab onto someone’s hand dancing and weave through the crowds to our wonderful music.

…And most importantly take a Cathedral Tour. It is an experience for the senses and the soul.

We are truly grateful to have you join us for the 2010 Grecian Festival. Experience a bit of Greece as we take you through some of the wonderful features that make our Festival unique…e are truly grateful to have you join us for the 2010 Grecian Festival. Experience a bit of Greece as we through some of the wonderful features that make our Festival unique…e are truly grateful to have you join us for the 2010 Grecian Festival. Experience a bit of Greece as we

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FESTIVAL MENUMAIN FOOD LINELamb Shish-Kebab with Rice & String BeansChicken Shish-Kebab with Rice & String BeansMoussaka (eggplant, ground beef, bechamel)Pastichio (baked macaroni, cheese, meatless)Spanakopita (spinach pita)Tiropita (cheese pita)Keftedes (meatballs in sauce)String BeansGreek SaladRice PilafDolmades (stuffed grape leaves, meatless)

SWEETSLoukoumades (honey puffs)Baklava (fi lo pastry with walnuts and honey)Kataifi (shredded fi lo with walnuts)Kourabiedes (butter cookies with powdered sugar)Koulourakia (braided cookies)Melomakarona (honey cookies with nuts)Galaktobouriko (custard delight)Strawberry ShortcakeFruit Cup

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DESSERTSBaklavaKataifi MilfaiGalaktobouriko

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DEDICATIONWhen the “architect” of the Festival, Fr. George Stephanides of blessed memory, went to the parish to initiate

the fi rst Grecian Festival in 1976, he knew that he needed two things to be successful: buy-in from a majority of the parishioners and someone to lead that group of parishioners. For the inaugural Festival Fr. George selected Emmanuel and Elpida Milias, as they were respected by the parishioners and community, and because they had an understanding of local business and government.

Through the 34-year history of the St. Spyridon Grecian Festival there have been 30 chairmen and co-chairs of the Festival. The job of the chairman is time-consuming and diffi cult, and like all the Festival workers they are volunteers who must balance their jobs, families, and other church duties. All past Festival chairmen were also members of the parish council and other church committees. All possessed the traits that the position of Festival chairman requires: intelligence, leadership, ability to compromise, and patience.

Sadly, in the last decade four of our Festival chairmen have passed away: Arthur Lagadinos, Paul Tsourides, Donald Theoharides, and George Spanakis. They were all men who loved their church, community, families and friends, and who took an immense pride in representing the Greek Orthodox community to Worcester and Central Massachusetts. It is with sincere gratitude that we honor the memory of these men and all past and future chairmen for their stewardship of time, talent, and treasure. We join their families in their sadness for the loss of these individuals, but we take solace in the knowledge that their legacy and memories will be eternal.

GRECIAN FESTIVAL CHAIRMAN 1976-2010

1976 Manny Milias & Elpida Milias

1978 Paul Tsourides & Chris Dionis

1980 Manny Milias & Elpida Milias

1982 Manny Milias & Parish Council

1984 Arthur Lagadinos

1986 Nicholas Bazoukas & Chris Liazos

1988 Nicholas Bazoukas & George Spanakis

1990 Nicholas Bazoukas & Mary Angelopoulos

1992 Manny Milias

1994 Serena Shields

1996 Serena Shields

1998 Steve Maminakis & Nicholas Bazoukas

2000 Donald Theoharides, George Kalogeropoulos,

& Stelios Karantzoulides

2002 Donald Theoharides

2004 Donald Theoharides

2006 Michael Dionis & Dino Charalambides

2008 Michael Dionis & George Maniatis

2010 Konstantinos “Gus” Giannakis & Kostas Bloumis

Donald TheoharidesGeorge SpanakisPaul Tsourides

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Raffl e Sponsors

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Honorary Chairs Rev. Father Dean Paleologos

Rev. Father Gregory Christakos

Festival ChairmenKonstantinos “Gus” Giannakis

Charlie Bloumis

VOLUNTEERS

Admissions: Demostenes Kaloudelis Alcoholic Beverages: Dimitrios Vasiliadis Announcer at Opening Ceremony: Nicholas Bazoukas Agora: Erin MoudiosArt Gallery: Antoinette Zographos & The Hellenic Arts SocietyBakery Shop: Eleni Giannakis & her Philoptochos TeamBaking & Packing: Philoptochos & Dimitra KimbourisBook Shop: Dr. Matthew Panagiotu & Margaret Dima Church Tours: Michael Constantinou Cinema Room: Georgia MenidesCultural Room: Katerina Singas D.J.’s: Chris Tsigas & DJ Niko Entertainment: Aris FelisFacilities: Chris Fourkas & Athanasios Bloumis Fast Food: Sideris Angelou Finance & Couriers: Chris FourkasFinance Advisor: George Fotiades

Food Chair: George Panagiotopoulos Food Line: Janice & Mike DionisFruit Cup: Aristea Notidis & Maria Tranaka Graphic Design: Sarah Kyriazis & Ekaterini Kakouros Grilling: Sam & Panagiotis Georgiadis Kafenio: Soula Engonidis, Ekaterini Giannakis &Zoe PaleologosKitchen: Peter Gaba & Chris LekasLicensing/Permits: Chris Fourkas & Konstantinos “Gus” Giannakis Linen Shop: Penelope KakourosLoukoumades: Jody Athanasiou & Vicky HelaliPoster & Cover Art: Joan GageProgram Book, Public Relations, & Publicity: Christina Andrianopoulos, Sarah Kyriazis & Ekaterini Kakouros Raffl e: Angie Douka & Aris Felis Religious Shop: Maria SkritakisSalads: Petros AthanasiouSoda: Dennis Dionis Web Design: Panagiota Gertsios

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ORTHODOXY

Saint SpyridonOur Cathedral is named after Saint Spyridon, who died in the 4th century. He was born in Cyprus and is honored in both the Eastern and Western Churches. He was compassionate and loving; a humble shepherd, Bishop of Trimythus, confessor of the faith during times of persecution, and an outstanding teacher of Orthodoxy at the First Ecumenical Council of Nicaea in 325. Saint Spyridon is noted for the miracles he performed during his life and is known for his great piety, honesty, and gentleness. When you walk into the Cathedral you will enter the Narthex and see a glass display case with the slippers of Saint Spyridon, given to us by the Bishop of Corfu. The body of Saint Spyridon has remained completely intact. The Holy Relics are found in the church in Kerkyra on the island of Corfu, Greece. Each year, on the day of his commemoration, December 12, the slippers are found completely worn out. The serving priests change the saint’s shoes every year, only to fi nd them worn out again the next year. It is the belief of Orthodox Christians that Saint Spyridon continues walking today performing miracles.

The Orthodox Christian FaithOrthodox Christians hold true to a tradition which has been handed down unchanged from the time of the Apostles. For over one thousand years from the Day of Pentecost, Orthodoxy was the only Christian tradition. Orthodoxy is practiced the same way today as it was in the Church of the catacombs, the Church of the Apostles, the Fathers, and martyrs. While some may fi nd the services, traditions, or practices of Orthodoxy to be “old fashioned”, or “not in keeping with today’s society in America”, it is this very factor that gives Orthodoxy its inherent strength. Orthodoxy has always held true to those values and principles given to mankind by God, and through his Son our savior JESUS CHRIST, rather than mold and change its beliefs and principles to accommodate an ever changing society. While it may be practiced in many languages throughout the world, the principles, traditions, and liturgies are the same. In closely watching the Divine Liturgy, visitors can readily see the origins and elements of our worship service, such as the Nicene Creed, the Epistle, Gospel readings and the Lord’s Prayer. Orthodoxy is an inheritance: the Bible, the Creed, the decrees of the Ecumenical Councils, the service books, the worship, and the art have formed the “Tradition” of the Church.

History of Saint Spyridon Greek Orthodox CathedralIn 1924 construction began on Orange Street in Worcester for the fi rst Saint Spyridon Greek Orthodox Church. On May 3, 1925 the new church was consecrated. As the community grew, the need for a new church was realized. In November 1950, construction began on a new church, on our present site at the corner of Elm and Russell St. On Palm Sunday, April 13, 1952, the doors of the new St. Spyridon Church were offi cially opened. In 1985, Saint Spyridon Greek Orthodox Church was elevated to a Cathedral. Today our Cathedral has approximately 1,500 families whose Stewardship supports such ministries as The Orthodox Food Pantry, Holy Trinity Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Greek Language Program,Youth Activites, among others.

In architecture, Saint Spyridon Cathedral is in the Byzantine style, with one or more domed roofs. The domes and their surmounting crosses remind us that Christ is the head of the Church and are symbolic of heaven above. The Church was designed in the shape of a crucifi x, which reminds us that we are saved by the Cross of Christ.

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MUSIC & DANCE

Live Dance Performances

Dance GroupsSaint Spyridon Dance Group

Alexander the Great Dance Groupof Union Hrisohorafi ton

Friday6:00 pm9:15 pm

Saturday2:00 pm5:15 pm9:15 pm

Sunday2:00 pm5:15 pm

Live Music

Friday"Orpheus"

7:00 - 9:00 pm9:30 - 11:30 pm

Saturday"Arion"

7:00 - 9:00 pm9:30 - 11:30 pm

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 unknown, 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 Festival 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!

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Cathedral Tours

Friday5:30, 6:00, 7:00, 7:30 pm

Saturday12:30, 1:00, 1:30, 2:00, 2:30, 3:00, 3:30,

4:00, 4:30, 5:00, 6:00, 6:30, 7:00, 7:30 pm

Sunday1:00, 1:30, 2:00, 2:30, 3:00,

3:30, 4:00, 4:30, 5:00, 5:30 pm

The Grecian Festival celebrates our Greek faith and heritage in so many ways. Greek heritage encompasses 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. We also thank our art and culture sponsors for their show of support in the Grecian Festival. This includes, The Worcester Art Museum, The Museum of Russian Icons, The Hanover Theatre, Mechanics Hall, The Ecotarium, and Worcester Love. Through their generous donations we will be offering exciting items for raffl e from each one of these venues at our “Agora” raffl e.

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

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TONNA ART GALLERYArt Gallery—in the Tonna Room

We sorely miss award winning artist and Saint Spyridon community member Alexander Gazonas. Until his passing in 2008 and for 32 years of festivals, Alex was responsible for designing the artwork that became the theme of each respective festival translated into our posters, program book covers, and more. This year following in Alex’s “big” brush strokes, is Joan Gage whose art was selected as our 2010 Festival theme. In our art gallery displayed and for sale offer some of Alex’s artwork, Joan Gage’s water color art as well as an extensive collection of other local artists’ paintings, sculpture, decorative arts, photography, prints, drawings and new media. These items are wonderful additions to adorn the walls in your home or business, or for gifts for that special someone.

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Cinema Room—Upper Classrooms, West Wing

Premiering at this year’s festival is our Cinema Room. Our Cinema Room offers an eclectic variety of fi lms, shorts and documentaries many produced by local fi lm makers and artists. The Cinema Room will allow movie buffs the opportunity to add a sneak peak at award winning and recently released fi lms that cover a wide genre of topics…of course all fi lms are appropriate for all ages. We even provide popcorn and soda pop! The fi lms are also available for sale at the Greek Multi-media table in the “Agora.” Films include, “Still Green” by Georgia Menides/Undercover Productions, Artigo/Ajemian’s fi lm “Boyband”—released Friday, June 4, 2010, “The Green House Girls,” 2010 Boston Film Festival award winning documentary, “The Promise of Tomorrow; 1940-1960” by Anna Giannotis-Greek Heritage Society of S.CA, among others. Join us in the Cinema Room, sit back, unwind and lose yourself in a featured fi lm for a little while …who knows, maybe you will meet the fi lm directors or producers…rumor has it some of the stars maybe there for an autograph….

Cinema Room

Films shown every hour, on the hour

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AGORA SHOPPING AT ITS BEST

Friday5:00 - 10:00 pm

Saturday12:00 - 10:00 pm

Sunday12:00 - 8:00 pm

Take a stroll through the Agora: An open air marketplace where merchants keep shops to sell their goods…Visit our very own Agora right here in the Auditorium. Purchase Traditional Greek Sweets to eat here or to take home with you from our Bakery Shop. Touch the Treasured Handmade Linens from years ago made with love which can be found in the Linen Shop. Authentic Handmade Greek Jewelry for children and adults can be found at the different jewelry shops throughout the Agora. View Hellenic books with many titles to choose from as well as traditional Greek childrens books in our two Book shops. A “Scents of Greece” can be found at the handmade soap shop specializing in olive oil soaps. Traditional Greek statues, plaques and wall art can be found at Makis Place, a festival favorite. Byzantine icons and many other religious items are displayed in our Religious Shop. Contemporary and eclectic clothing can be found at the boutique shops located throughout the Agora. Do not forget to purchase an authentic Choco Freta Chocolate bar and Amita Juice from our very own Periptero, a Kiosk fi lled with candies, chips and other treats. The Periptero will also be selling the featured fi lms seen in our Cinema Room. Purchase a raffl e ticket and take a chance to win a variety of great items at the Agora raffl e.

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DID YOU KNOW......The fi rst Saint Spyridon Grecian Festival was in 1976.

...the festival averages approximately 20,000 guests who pass our entrance in the three days of the festival.

...we have over 300 volunteers, that’s 5,100 over the 34 year history of the Festival.

...that we were the fi rst large scale ethnic Festival in New England.

...this Festival was the template for festivals in Worcester and throughout the Northeast.

...that our tent is over 150 feet long and 90 feet wide.

...that over 10,000 pieces of pastry was baked for the Festival, using more than 1,000 lbs of fl our, hundreds of pounds of sugar, and 300 dozen eggs.

...over 7,000 skewers of shish ke bab will be grilled.

...over 7,000 pieces of spinach and cheese pita was baked, using 300 lbs of fi lo and 500 lbs of cheese.

...over 270 lbs of feta cheese, 450 heads of lettuce, and 34 lbs of olives was used in making the salads.

...42 bricks of yeast and 15 buckets of syrup was used in the making of the loukoumades (fried honey puffs).

...40 cases of Green Beans was used in the making of the “Greek Style” green beans.

...300 lbs of rice was used in the making of the Rice Pilaf.

...that our parishioners are ethnic Greek, Albanian, Romanian, Russian, Irish, Assyrian, Portuguese, American to name a few.

...80% of the Saint Spyridon parishioners are self employed.

...Greek music is as diverse as music in the U.S., everything from folk (demotika), blues (rebetika), to pop (laike). Enjoy the greatest hits of Greek music compiled by DJ Christos Tsigas and the Live music of Orpheus and Arion each night.

...the Agora was the central market and meeting place of Ancient Greece and still is today. Go inside our auditorium to the Agora and purchase hand made goods, imported foods, jewelry, art, religious icons, and much more.

...New this festival, the Cinema Room offers award winning

and recently released fi lms, shorts, and documentaries of an eclectic variety of stories all created by local producers and artists...and we offer popcorn and soda pop too! Most fi lms will be available to purchase in our Agora.

...you may think that the drink of choice in Greece is Ouzo but the most popular drink in Greece is the iced coffee “frappe”. Try one in the Kafenio, you’ll be hooked..better than any latte around.

...that the paintings and mosaics of our Cathedral rival anything you will see in Europe. Take a Cathedral Tour to enlighten your eyes and soul.

....that when the dances begin and the snake lines get bigger and bigger...DON’T BE SHY..it’s OK to break into the line and join someone’s hand and enjoy dancing to our melodic songs, while weaving through the crowds...we’ll teach you the steps.

...that “philoxenia”, hospitality towards visitors has been a fundamental element of Greek society and culture since ancient times. We consider it an honor and privilege to have you join us. Thank You!

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Two thousand five hundred years ago on September 11, 490 BC the Persian Army assembled an estimated 150,000 troops to invade Greece in order to punish Athens for their part in the Ionian Revolt, which were rebellions against Persian rule. The Athenian forces consisted of 10,000 citizen-soldiers, including 1,000 soldiers from Plataea, and were led by General Miltiades. The two divergent forces met on a small plain near the village of Marathon, 26 miles north of Athens. The Persian military was considered the greatest fighting force of the era and the Athenians were fighting against all odds. Using superior military strategy and weapons the greatly outnumbered Athenians fought and won the Battle of Marathon. Their casualties were recorded at 192 and 11 Plataeans. Persian casualties totaled 6,400. All 192 Athenians were buried under what is called the Tymvos (Burial Mound) at Marathon which is still visible today. The battle was one of the proudest moments in the history of ancient Greece as it marked the first defeat ever of the Persian army on land. The Persians had already conquered the Middle East and parts of Asia, and a victory in Marathon would have cleared a path through every other city-state of Greece and continued on through all of Europe. The victory endowed the Greeks with a faith in their destiny which was to endure for three centuries, during which time western culture was born. Historians agree that a defeat of the Athenians at this battle would have changed the tide of history and the world as we know it today. Everything we take for granted of what Western civilization looks like today is as a result of the Athenian victory at Marathon. There are very few things you can think of in the modern world, as far as how we define ourselves in the West, that would not be fundamentally different. Most importantly Democracy, which was still in its infancy in Athens and less than two decades old. In addition to Democracy the development of Philosophy, Visual and Performing Arts, Scientific reasoning, and speculative thought would not have occurred. The importance of the battle even in ancient times was well known and revered. The father of modern drama Aeschylus requested that the epitaph over his tomb be inscribed with no mention of his status as a poet, only that he was a participant at the battle of Marathon.

Areial View of Marathon

Ticket for the first Olympics

Olympic Medal 1896 - Front

Olympic Medal 1896 - Back

BATTLE OF MARATHON

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BATTLE OF MARATHONWhen the Athenians new victory was at hand at Marathon they sent a messenger named Pheidippides to run the roughly 26 miles to provide the news to Athens.The women, children, and elderly of Athens were deciding at that point whether they should abandon their homes and plead for refuge in other city states. Legend says that after Pheidippides

The sd the organizers of the modern Olympics in 1896 to create an event based on and named after the 26-mile route from the battlefield in Marathon to Athens. It was the French historian and linguist Michele Breal who first proposed re-enacting the legendary run in a running event place on April 10, 1896, during the first Modern Olympic Games in Athens and was the event the Greek hosts wanted to win more than any other due to its great historical significance. Wearing shoes that had been donated by his fellow villagers, Spyridon Louis a water carrier from Marousi, set off from Marathon with 16 other runners. He took the lead four miles from the finish line at Panathenaic Stadium to the joy of 100,000 spectators in and around the stadium, winning the race by more than seven minutes. Remembering the moment 40 years in my memory like a dream. Flowers were raining down on me, everybody was calling out my

Watching Spyridon Louis win the marathon at those first Olympic Games in 1896 were representatives from the Boston Athletic Association. They left Greece inspired to begin a local There have been two runners from Greece to win the Boston Marathon the last was a mythic performance by Stylianos Kyriakides in 1946. He was invited to participate by his friend and felf Greece and ran to bring attention to his war-torn country. He was emaciated due to lack of food die if he did. Kyriakides ignored the advice, campaigning for worldwide attention aregime. That backdrop only added to the almost mythic race performance, in which Kyriakides came on at the end to defeat the defending champion Johnny Kelley and set the best time in the world for 1946. According to a newspaper report, he was running with Johnny Kelley near the end, when an old man shouted from the crowd, "For Greece, for your children!" inspiring him to pull away and win the race. ''How can you beat a guy like that?'' Boston Marathon patriarch Johnny Kelley said after failing to repeat his '45 victory. ''He wasn't running for return to Athens in May 1946, when he came back with ships loaded with food, medicine,

To Greeks the worldwide marathon will always be more than just a race

Louis Entering Stadium

Head Kyriakides-Boston

Kyriakides Running -Boston

Marathon Burial Hill

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