Saint Demetrios - His Life:

Saint Demetrios was born in Thesaloniki, Greece in 270 AD. He came from a wealthy family and because he was athletic in appearance and heroic in spirit, he became a high-ranking officer in the Roman Army at a very young age. (This is why he is depicted in Byzantine icons in military dress, either standing or riding a horse.) He considered himself a soldier of Christ first, and a military soldier second. He spent most of his time as a devout missionary, preaching the Gospel at secret meetings and converting pagans to the Christian faith. At one of these meetings, he was captured and placed in front of the Emperor Maximian, who wanted to learn the truth about the conversions.

Saint Demetrios proclaimed his faith by saying: “...only in Christ do I believe.” With that proclamation, Maximian ordered that Saint Demetrios be sent to prison and subjected to the cruelest tortures. Even though Saint Demetrios was imprisoned, he did not stop preaching the gospel to those who came to see him. In jail, he was visited by his follower, Nestoras. Nestoras was a man of small stature and had come to ask for his beloved teacher’s blessing to fight in the upcoming gladiator games. The emperor had decided to use the games as a duel between Christianity and paganism by challenging any Christian to a fight against the athletic giant, Leo. With the blessing of Saint Demetrios, Nestoras fought and killed Leo. Enraged at the loss of his favorite gladiator, the emperor commanded that Nestoras be beheaded on the spot. Recognizing that Saint Demetrios was the inspiring power behind Nestoras, the emperor ordered that Saint Demetrios be executed by spear on October 26, 306 AD. Christians buried the body of Saint Demetrios at the place of his execution and because of the beautiful scent that emanated from his tomb, he was named Mirovlitis or “The Myrrh Gusher”.

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The Greek Orthodox Faith

T he Orthodox Church derives her teaching from two sources: Holy Scripture and Sacred Traditions. These two sources, according to Orthodox conviction, are of equal value and they complete and compliment each other. We regard Sacred Traditions

as an essential complement of Holy scripture, because the apostles wrote the various books which constitute the New Testament from different sources; consequently, it is impossible that Holy scripture should contain all the teachings of our Lord and His apostles, which in the beginning were transmitted orally. Therefore, Sacred Traditions is older than the New Testament.

Our Saint Demetrios Greek Orthodox ChurchFrom it’s beginning to the present

T he first Divine liturgy of the Saint Demetrios Parish was celebrated on October 26, 1952. A small church was purchased on Cypress Street. Refurbished with Orthodox articles, this building served the community until 1964 when the Batista House was quickly remodeled and served all functions

of the church and Community until our present community Center came into being in 1970. This building was completely adorned and consecrated on October 1, 1977, by His Eminence Archbishop Iakovos. On October 28, 1989, St. Demetrios celebrated the burning of it’s Mortgage.

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Chapel dedicated to St. Phanourious of the Narthex area. A chapel in Orthodox Christian usage is a term applied to a building or place within a building in which religious services are conducted.

The Icons were painted at the famous Mt. Athos in Greece by the brotherhood of Joseph.

Holy Alter below contains votives, Gospel and Tabernacle as seen in back with star.

The Royal Door is symbolic of the Tomb of Christ, inside contains the alter of unbloody sacrifice. Below a depiction of the

Nativity is located at the table of Oblation. Or place where communion is prepared.

Martyrdom of St. Demetrios (above)

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Stained glass windows are an American innovation in Orthodox Architecture. In other parts of the world colored small disks are the only way light enters the church. Today most Orthodox Churches in America include brilliant Icons with the window openings. Above from right Archangel Gabriel, Nativity and Crucifixion.

Decorated Icons like that on the right are used on the feast day of Icon. The Archangel of Gabriel can be found over the entrance door of Church.

Below we see the Bishops Throne and hand carved Bier of Christ (far right) Icon of Nectarios is a Proskynitarion or place of veneration.

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TO OUR HONORED FESTIVAL GUESTS

Our Greek Festival is one of the most unique indoor/outdoor events that Daytona Beach has

to offer. We are very proud to be a part of the Greater Daytona Beach Community and

appreciate your patronage, as it is your participation that makes this event so successful.

We especially wish to thank our many advertisers whose ads are found in this Festival Album

and encourage you to support their businesses.

Being “Greek for a Day” will allow you to indulge in and experience Greek culture from

our perspective. Enjoy our hospitality and all the festivities this year’s event has to offer.

TASTE our authentic Greek cooking created from family recipes using the best ingredients;

DANCE to the melodic tunes of the Hasapiko, Zeimbeikiko, Tsamiko or Sirto.

(Check your pulse after dancing the Pentozali!)

ENJOY the rhythm of Greek music and the presentation of Greek folk dances performed

by our Saint Demetrios dancers. Clap your hands and share our pride as “OPA” pierces the

atmosphere;

STROLL leisurely through the AGORA (marketplace) and take home mementos of

your trip;

RELAX in the KAFENION (Coffee House) as you enjoy specially prepared coffee and

delicious baklava pastry.

Embrace the joy and energy that is Greek. Thank you for joining us at the Festival and

becoming “Greek for a Day”!

“Yia Sas!”

Irene Koutouzis - Festival Chairman

Demo Ginakes - Festival Co-Chairman

Pete Perakis - Festival Co-Chairman

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Our Annual Greek Festival hopes to convey to all our visitors a generous sampling of that renowned hospitality and cuisine which is so distinctly Greek.

“IT’S ALL ABOUT FOOD”

Delicious is one of the great pleasures of our Greek culture and today the general public enjoys many Greek specialties. Baklava, Pastitsio, Souvlaki, and the Gyro have found their way into the American mainstream. For Greek Americans, food goes beyond these popular images. It is an integral and emotional part of our ethnic identity and one of our most satisfying traditions.

Social life often revolves around the table where families bond together and friendships are solidified. Here, amid large platters of food, values are transmitted, old times recounted, politics discussed, and differences aired. Hours pass by as friends and family talk together. Sharing a meal is the most common Greek social activity.

Both the quantity and the quality of the food are important. A heavily laden table suggests well-being and generosity. Large quantities of food entice guests to eat as much as they want, and running out of food is considered a great embarrassment. Guests are continually urged to eat and to take second helpings. Increasingly, however, Greek Americans are becoming more aware of the effects of certain foods. In today’s world, favorite old recipes have been modified to lower fat and cholesterol. Olive oil, a Greek mainstay, has no cholesterol and is low in saturated fat.

On Religious holidays special food brings a renewed appreciation of tradition. During Lent, Fasolatha (bean soup) reminds one of sacrifice and restraint. At Easter the traditional red eggs, Easter Bread (Tsoureki) a soup called Mayeritsa, and Roasted Lamb enhance the joy of the Resurrection of Christ. Cracking red eggs symbolizes Christ’s emergence from the tomb. The cutting of the New Year’s Vasilopita (bread for St. Basil) and finding the lucky coin focuses everyone on the coming year. Eating and sharing Kollyva (boiled wheat) following a memorial service for a departed loved one reinforces the hope of afterlife. These special foods strengthen beloved Greek traditions.

A Guide To Greek Traditions And Customs In AmericaBy: Marilyn Rouvelas

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FRONT TENT MAIN HALL

UPPER TERRACE RIVERFRONT TERRACE

BAKLAVA SUNDAESGREEK CUISINE (dinners only)

CAFÈ GREK (coffee house)

OASIS BAR (inside)

PASTRIES

A-LA-CARTE (meze)

ATMCALAMARIDANCERSGREEK BANDLOUKOUMADESSOUVLAKITAVERNA BAR

OASIS BAR (OUTSIDE)

ATMDRAFT BEER/WINE (ONLY LOCATION FOR DRAFT BEER)

GYROYIA YIA’S KITCHEN (FROZEN FOODS TO GO AND MORE)

VENDORS

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GyroBaklavaSalad

Large Greek Salad . . . . . $6.00

Pita WrapsClassic Gyro Sandwich . . . . . $7.00

Succulent blend of lamb and beef wrapped in pita bread, with fresh tomatoes and a special tzatziki sauce.

Gyro Platter . . . . . $8.50Succulent lamb and beef served open-faced on a grilled pita with tzatziki sauce.

Front Tent

Custom Aprons

Imported Greek Olive Oil

(Greek Olive Oil and Soaps)

Greek Festival Recipes

Cook Book . . . . . $7.00

SPANAKOPITA (SPINACH PIE)24PC = $30.00

12PC = $15.00

TYROPITA (CHEESE PIE)24PC = $30.00

12PC = $15.00

Dolmades serves 30. . . . .$25.00

Mousaka serves 12. . . . . $30.00

Pastitsio serves 12. . . . . $30.00

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Baklava Sundae.....$4.00

Greek Yogurt.....$4.00

Cafè Grek (Coffee House)Greek and American Coffee

American Gourmet Blend Coffee . . . . . $1.00

Greek Coffee . . . . . $2.00This is a thick, powdered sweetened coffee that is made to order in the “brickee” or brass pot.

Main Hall

#1 Combination Platter ............................$15.00This sample platter consists of homemade Pastitsio, Dolmades, Tyropita,Spanakopita, Souzoukakia and small Greek salad.

#2 Grecian Souvlaki .................................$12.00An 8 oz. portion of marinated pork and fresh vegetables grilled in a wine sauce and served over rice pilaf with Greek style green peas and a small Greek salad.

#3 Chicken Riganato ................................$10.00This decadent Greek style chicken is broiled and basted with a marinade of oil, lemon and oregano. Served with rice pilaf and Greek style peas and a small Greek salad.

#4 Souzoukakia ..........................................$9.00Spiced elongated meatballs in a flavorful tomato sauce. Served w/rice pilaf, Greek style peas & small Greek salad.

#5 Greek Vegetarian Platter ......................$9.00A healthy combination of Tyropita, Spanakopita, Greek style peas, and a small Greek salad.

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The Pastry ShopPastries & Sweets

AmigdalotaDecadent almond cookie filled with a delicious filling and covered with fresh roasted almond slices.

BaklavaThe “King” of the Greek pastries…Flaky layers of filo pastry and crushed walnuts, cinnamon and sugar, topped with a delicious honey syrup.

KataifiAn intricate bird’s nest of shredded filo carefully stuffed with almonds and walnuts rolled in cinnamon and sugar, topped with a delicious orange blossom syrup.

ThiplesSwirls of dough, rolled thin, cut in strips, shaped and deep fried, topped with honey and

cinnamon.

FinikiaDelicious honey dipped spice cookies, flavored with fresh orange zest and topped with crushed nuts.

KoulourakiaTwisted butter cookies, topped with roasted sesame seeds.

KourambiethesSinfully scrumptious, melt in your mouth butter cookies, topped with powdered sugar

TsourekiSweet tasty holiday bread, baked with butter, eggs and flour topped with roasted almonds.

GalactobourekoFilo pastry with a delicious almond custard filling, laced with a honey cinnamon sauce.

Pastas & KoksA greek chocolate or vanilla mousse cake. Creamy filled dough with greek or white chocolate accents. Served chilled.

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Á La Carte (meze)

Classic Lamb Sandwich . . . . . $6.00Succulent lamb in a Hoagie roll.

Dolmades (Half Dozen) . . . . . $6.00Seasoned grape leaves stuffed with fresh chopped sirloin, rice and herbs, highlighted with a very special lemon sauce (avgolemono).

Pastitsio . . . . . $6.00Layers of noodles, seasoned fresh chopped sirloin, grated imported cheese and creamy Béchamel white sauce.

Spanakopita (3 each) . . . . . $6.00A delicious blend of spinach, fresh herbs and cheese, wrapped in delightful flaky filo dough.

Tyropita (3 each) . . . . . $6.00A masterful blend of 5 different imported cheeses and fresh herbs in flaky filo dough.

Small Greek Salad . . . . . $3.00 Large Greek Salad . . . . . $6.00Greek Roasted Potatoes . . . . . $3.00

Greek Beans. . . . . $3.00

Riverfront Terrace

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Calamari

Crispy Calamari . . . . . $6.00A festival favorite…

Prepared fresh, lightly fried to a golden brown, served with lemon wedges and a delicious marinara sauce.

Patates Tiganito . . . . . $3.00Deep Fried Potatoes, with ketchup

Greek Fries with Feta cheese . . . . . $5.00

SouvlakiChar-grilled marinated pork or chicken, served on pita bread with tzatziki sauce,tomatoes and onions. . . . .$6.00

Small Greek Salad . . . . . $3.00

Loukoumades (Honey Balls)

Cinnamon flavored dough balls served with honey.. . . . . $5.00

Greek Yogurt served with honey . . . . . $4.00

Riverfront Terrace

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PLEASE NOTE: Parents, Yia Yias/ Pappoudes and other family members please show enthusiasm for

your children and appreciation for their hard work, by being present for their performances, clapping and

throwing money. The more “lefta” you throw the better they dance!! In addition, we would enjoy all

family members to participate in the last dance of the Modern set. The children will come out in the

audience and get you! Enjoy and Have Fun—”Kali Diaskedasi” and WE WILL HELP YOU BE GREEK FOR

ALL FOUR DAYS!!

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Greek Dance Schedule 2013Group I: K- 2nd grade “Asteria” means Our Stars. Costumes come from a combination of different areas of Greece.

Group II: 3rd- 5th grade “Neolea”. Costumes are from the Peloponnese region.

Group III: 6th- 8th grade “Fotia” Our Fire Dancers. Costumes are from Epirus.

Group IV: 9th- 11th grade “Diaskedasi” means Celebration. This group is made up of advanced dancers. Costumes are from the island of Crete in the Aegean Sea.

InstructorsGroup I: “Asteria” Mike and Shana Papadakos

Group II: “Neolea” Ashleigh Augustine, Chrissy Bramblett and Stephanie Bourantanis

Group III: “Fotia” Ashleigh Augustine and Stephanie Bourantanis

Group IV: “Diaskedasi” Ashleigh Augustine, AnnaMaria Paspalakis and Stephanie Bourantanis

DANCE ROSTERST. DEMETRIOS

GREEK FESTIVAL 2013

ThursdayTime Group Location4:30 Asteria Riverfront 5:00 Neolea Riverfront 6:00 Diaskedasi Riverfront 7:00 Fotia Riverfront 8:00 Diaskedasi Riverfront

FridayTime Group Location1:00 Diaskedasi Riverfront3:30 Asteria Riverfront4:30 Neolea Riverfront6:00 Diaskedasi Riverfront7:00 Fotia Riverfront8:00 Diaskedasi Riverfront

SaturdayTime Group Location12:00 Asteria Riverfront1:00 Neolea Riverfront2:00 Asteria Riverfront3:00 Neolea Riverfront5:00 Fotia Riverfront6:00 Diaskedasi Riverfront7:00 Fotia Riverfront8:00 Diaskedasi Riverfront

SundayTime Group Location2:00 Asteria Riverfront3:00 Neolea Riverfront5:00 Diaskedasi Riverfront6:00 Fotia Riverfront7:00 Diaskedasi Riverfront

The money thrown on the dancers in celebration goes to support the Greek Dance Organization. Thank you for your donation!

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Best Wishes to St. Demetrios andthe 2013 Greek Festival!

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Being Greek means relishing the world around you and enjoying life to its fullest.

The St. Demetrios Greek Festival gives us theopportunity to open our arms, our hearts, and our kitchen as we share all the aromas, sounds, tastes,

traditions and culture of Greece with our community.

From our family to yours, OPA!

“BE GREEK FOR A DAY”

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The Parish Council of St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church

welcomes everyone to the 37th Annual Greek Festival.

John Loudaros, PresidentPeter Karamitos, Vice President

Dawn Moraities, SecretaryNancy Jennison, Treasurer

Gary Koliopulos, Assistant TreasurerFrank Guzzo

Pete AndreoulasNancy Laskos

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20th YearAnniversary!

Wishing you a special blessing for a successful Greek Festival from your

sister church

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BAKLAVA –

8 cups coarsely ground walnuts 3 tablespoons cinnamonI ½ cups granulated sugar I lb. filo1 lb. butter Whole clovesHoney syrup

In a large bowl mix nuts, sugar and cinnamon. Brush bottom of a 10 x 16 inch

baking pan with melted butter. Place six sheets of fi lo on bottom of pan, brushing

each with butter. Sprinkle a thin layer of nuts on top of the sixth sheet. Cover with

two more sheets of fi lo, brushing each with butter, and again sprinkling with nuts.

Continue this process until all nuts are used. Finish with six sheets of fi lo,

brushing each with butter. Refrigerate for ½ hour so that it will be easier to cut.

Cut Baklava into 1” strips and then cut strips diagonally 1” wide to form small diamond shaped pieces. Place a clove into the

center of each piece. Bake in a slow oven at 300oF for approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes. Remove from oven and pour hot

honey syrup over Baklava.

DOLMADES –

50 grape leaves (2 jars) ½ cup olive oil2 lbs. Ground meat, beef or lamb ¼ cup lemon juice1 cup long grain rice ¼ cup water1 onion, finely chopped 1 small can of tomato paste½ bunch of parsley, finely chopped 2 eggs, beaten½ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon nutmeg

Remove grape leaves and soak in warm water for approximately 15

minutes. Rinse well and squeeze out moisture. Stem each leaf, and

stack on a cookie sheet.

In a large mixing bowl, mix together ground meat, rice, chopped onions

and chopped parsley, with all additional ingredients.

In a large pan place some of the torn and damaged leaves on the bottom of the pan, then add 2 tablespoons of olive oil, one onion

sliced and one stalk of celery, sliced.

Lay the grape leaves on the table with the vein side up. Place 1 teaspoon of meat mixture on the top part of the leave, fold in the sides

and start rolling towards the point of the leaf, roll each leaf as tightly as possible. Place the rolled leaf into your pan in rows using an

alternate direction for each row. Continue until the bottom of the pan is covered and then stack them on top of one another. Roll until you

have used all the leaves and/or rice mixture. Hold any damaged or torn leaves to the side; these can be placed on the top of your last

row of rolled leaves.

Place an inverted dish over the top layer of leaves. This is to keep them in place while cooking. Pour enough of the sauce over the

leaves to cover up the top row. Cook for approximately 20 minutes after they start to boil on a very slow fi re or until rice is tender.

Do no overcook and do not cook fast.

1 can chicken broth 1 cup water 1/3 cup lemon juice

Mix all together and add to your rolled grape leaves. Be sure there is enough fl uid to cover the leaves to the top of the last row. If not

enough fl uid, add additional water. Serve warm on a platter garnished with slices of fresh lemon and springs of parsley.

Greek Recipes

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The Saint Demetrios Community would like to thank the following businesses for their great contribution to the Annual Daytona Greek Festival

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