The Archangel Michael

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1 Trumpet The Archangel Michael INSIDE THIS ISSUE Sept-Oct 2016 Issue 31 Archangel Michael Church Port Washington, NY 2 Mission & Vision Statement 3 Fr. John s Message 4 Getting to Know Deacon Joshua Pappas 6 Worship Services & Sacraments 6 New Beginnings 8 Philoptochos 10 Challenge Liturgy 10 Greek School Board 10 Greek School PTA 11 Sunday School 12 AMC Youth Help U.S. Soldiers 12 Greek Dance Troupe 13 Byzantine Youth Choir 15 Health and Wellness 16 Watsonian Golf Outing 16 Peter Christofer Memorial Basketball Tourament 17 Havana Night 18 Community Photos 21 Golf Outing Sponsors 22 Calendars LOOKING AHEAD Sun., September 11th: Welcome Back Fellowship Sunday School Begins Tues., September 13th: Greek School Begins/Agiasmo Fri-Sun., September 23rd-25th: Festival on the Harbor Sun., October 9th: Ordination of Dn. Joshua to the Holy Priesthood Sat.,October 22nd: Annual 5K Walk/Run Sun., October 23rd: GOYA Pancake Breakfast General Assembly Fri., November 18th: Nameday Dinner Dance Deacon Joshua Pappas was ordained to the Diaconate on August 7, 2016 by His Grace Bishop Andonios of Phasiane at the Church of the Archangels in Stamford, Ct. Do not neglect the gift that is in you, which was given to you through prophecy with the laying on of hands by the council of elders (1 Tim. 4:14). I came not to be served but to serve (Matt. 20:28).

2 Trumpet The Archangel Michael About the Parish Archangel Michael Greek Orthodox Church 100 Fairway Drive Port Washington, New York Phone: Fax: Website: ArchangelMichaelChurch.org Archangel Michael Church is a parish of the Direct Archdiocesan District and Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America ( under the spiritual jurisdiction of the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople. Clergy Fr. John K. Lardas, Protopresbyter Dn. Joshua Pappas Fr. Dennis Strouzas, Protopresbyter of the Ecumenical Patriarchate Chanter: Andreas Modenos Office Staff Dora Gouramanis, Sandra Anagnostos, Catherine Papagianakis Parish Council Members Executive Board President: Michael Psyllos 1st Vice President: Michael Bapis 2nd Vice President: Nicholas Papain Treasurer: James Sfiroudis 1st Assistant Treasurer: Chris Neocleous 2nd Assistant Treasurer: John Halkias Recording Secretary: Nicholas Kokinakis Dean Chiros, Tom Gargas, George Kaparos, Adam Karras, Michael Kavourias, Nick Kokis, Harry Lascarides, Barbara Mavro, Mark Pappas, Dominick Petruccelli, Gus Rogdakis, Andreas Tsalikis, Peter Tsekouras and Demetrios Ziozis. About the Trumpet The Trumpet is the newsletter of Archangel Michael Greek Orthodox Church. Production 2016 Parish Council President: Michael Psyllos Editors: Barbara Mavro, Eleni Sfiroudis Calendar Editors: Dora Gouramanis, Sandra Anagnostos Copy Editor: Vicky Giouroukakis Advertising: Sandra Anagnostos Direct inquiries to: info@archangelmichaelchurch.org The Trumpet welcomes news and events from our community and organizations! Please submit information as follows: Articles: trumpet@archangelmichaelchurch.org Advertising information and sales: trumpet@archangelmichaelchurch.org Calendar events: info@archangelmichaelchurch.org September/October Worship Schedule Sunday Services: 8:30am Orthros, 9:30am Liturgy The Archangel Michael Greek Orthodox Church is dedicated to the continuation of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ s ministry of salvation through the proclamation and teaching of the Gospel. We are a community of individuals and families who share the traditions and ageless beliefs of our Holy Orthodox Christian Faith. Vision Statement Mission Statement Our vision is to provide a loving, caring and welcoming environment where all belong and grow in the faith through worship, service, witness and fellowship. 2 Archangel Michael Sep/Oct

3 Ah! What is Faith? The ever yet simple and yet convoluted word in the Church. This brief article will glimpse into this most profound word, Faith from the perspective of the Holy Scriptures, theology and the spiritual life of the Church. After Jesus has spent three years with the disciples He asks them, Who do you say I am? MT 16:15 Peter responds, You are the Messiah, the Son of the living God. Jesus then goes on to say to the disciples, And I tell you that you are Peter [Rock], and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of Hades will not overcome it. The foundation of a vibrant and charismatic church is Faith, the faith that is expressed in what St. Peter said to the Lord Himself. Previously in the Gospel of Matthew, during the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus said about believing in His teachings and in Him, Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. Faith is the foundation of who a person is. Pastoral Message from Father John Lardas The base of the theology of the Church is Faith. The sacred doctrine of the Nicene Creed begins with the faithful person saying, I believe in one God Many of the controversies that were addressed at the ecumenical councils were based on faith issues. Is Jesus the Son of God? Is the Holy Spirit God? Is Jesus really a man? Is Jesus really God? Is the resurrection real? Thus when one proclaims the sacred doctrine of the Nicene Creed during the Divine Liturgy, he or she is saying, I believe! Spiritually, St. Gregory Palamas says the following about faith in the context of the Who do you say I am? MT 16:15 Peter responds, You are the Messiah, the Son of the living God. Gospel story when Jesus walks on the water. What is the source of patience in temptations? Genuine faith in God. St. Nektarios on his thoughts about Christ s teachings says Faith is the chief source of virtue and power. When one wants to look at the challenges presented in the community of the church, every person needs to contemplate wholeheartedly on a very simple and yet powerful word, FAITH! During His time with the disciples, the Lord said unto them, Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me. MT 16:24 From this passage, one might conclude that it is not just about having the name Christian because of belief, but to have the works of belief. St. John Chrysostom teaches the following based on this passage. For so, if one were a judge at the games, and had a friend in the lists, he would not wish to crown him by favor only, but also for his own toils. Thus, with Faith, comes commitment, hard work and toil. Ending, after Jesus had cursed a fig tree, He said to His disciples on the concept of FAITH, Truly I tell you, if you have faith and do not doubt, not only can you do what was done to the fig tree, but also you can say to this mountain, Go, throw yourself into the sea, and it will be done. ΜΤ 21:21 In Christ, Fr. John K. Lardas Archangel Michael Sep/Oct

4 Getting To Know Deacon Joshua Pappas Dn. Joshua Pappas joined the Archangel Michael Church community in August 2016 along with his wife, Diakonissa Joanna. He is the son of Fr. Harry and Presbytera Kerry Pappas, who live and serve in Stamford, CT. Dn. Joshua was raised primarily in a suburb of Minneapolis and attended college in North Carolina at Davidson, where he studied religion and economics. After graduating in 2008, he worked for three years at Liberty Mutual in White Plains, NY while continuing to discern a call to ministry that began in college. In 2011, he left Liberty Mutual to pursue a Master of Divinity at Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology in Brookline, MA. Dn. Joshua was ordained to the Diaconate on August 7, 2016 by His Grace Bishop Andonios of Phasiane at the Church of the Archangels in Stamford, CT. Serving on the altar that day was his father, Fr. Harry Pappas, Fr. John Lardas, Fr. Nikolas Karloutsos, Fr. Evangelos Evangelidis and others. Thankful for the Lord s guidance and abundant love, they are excited to work and grow with the Archangel Michael community in the spirit of the Gospel. In 2014, he married Joanna Lialios who hails from Glenview, a northern suburb of Chicago. Holding a Master in Education and having taught high school for several years, Diakonissa Joanna taught at a private Catholic school while Dn. Joshua finished his final year of seminary. Upon graduation from Holy Cross in 2015, Dn. Joshua and Diakonissa Joanna moved to Thessaloniki where they spent 10 months learning the language and soaking up the spirituality and culture of Greece. 4 Archangel Michael Sep/Oct

5 News & Events Worship Services & Sacraments DIVINE LITURGIES and VESPERS * Indicates Chapel (Παρεκκλήσι) Orthros for Divine Liturgies begins at 8:30am (9:30 for Challenge Liturgies) Thursday, September 1st* 9:30 am: The New Ecclesiastical Year (Small Blessings of the Waters) Ἀρχή τῆς Ἰνδίκτου (Μικρό Άγιασμό) Monday, October 3rd* 9:30am: The Feast of St. Dionysios the Aeropagite Η Εορτή του Αγίου Διονυσίου του Ἀρεοπαγίτου Tuesday, September 6th 9:30 am: The Remembrance of the Miracle Η Ἀνάμνησις τοῦ θαύματος τοῦ Ἀρχαγγέλου Μιχαήλ Saturday, October 15th 10:30 a.m. Challenge Divine Liturgy Θεία Λειτουργία της «Πρόκλησης» Wednesday, September 7th Thursday, September 8th* 7:00 pm: Vespers of the Birth of the Theotokos (Island Park) Ἑσπερινός τῆς Γεννήσεως τῆς Θεοτόκου 9:30 am: The Birth of the Theotokos Το Γενέθλιον τῆς Θεοτόκου Tuesday, October 25th 7:00 pm: The Great Vespers of St. Demetrios (Merrick Long Island, Jamaica or Astoria, Queens) Μεγάλος Εσπερινός του Ἀγίου Δημητρίου Wednesday, October 26th* 9:30 am: The Feast of St.Demetrios Η Εορτή του Αγίου Δημητρίου Tuesday, September 13th 7:00 pm: Great Vespers of the Precious Cross (Holy Cross Whitestone or Bay Ridge) Μεγάλος Εσπερινός τοῦ Τιμίου Σταυροῦ Wednesday, September 14th 9:30 am: The Feast of the Holy Cross Η Εορτή του Τιμίου Σταυρού Saturday, September 17th Friday, September 23rd* Monday, September 26th* 10:30 am: The Feast of St. Sophia and the Challenge Divine Liturgy Η Εορτή της Αγίας Σοφίας και η Θεία Λειτουργία της «Πρόκλησης» 9:30 am: The Conception of St. John the Baptist & The Feast of St. Polixeni Η Συλλήψεως του Αγίου Ιωάννου του Προδρόμου & Η εορτή της Αγία Πολυξένη 9:30 am: The Translation of St. John the Theologian Η Μετάστασις του Αγίου Ιωάννου του Θεολόγου Friday, October 28th* SACRAMENTS Saturday, September 3rd Saturday, September 10th Saturday, September 17th Saturday, October 1st Sunday, October 2nd Saturday, October 8th 9:30 am: The Feast of The Holy Protection Η Εορτή της Αγίας Σκέπης 2:30 pm, Wedding of Nick Athanasopoulos and Catherine Spyropoulos 3:00 pm, Wedding of Phillip Georgakopoulos and Vicky J. Tiglias 12:00 pm, Baptism: Child of Peter and Elizabeth Strouzas 4:00 pm, Wedding of Paul Fradelakis and Caitlin A. Ferrera 1:30 pm, Wedding of Argyris Kanos and Zefie Nikolis 2:30 pm, Wedding of Anthony Ventimiglia and Joanne Herz Archangel Michael Sep/Oct

6 New Beginnings Behold, I am doing a new thing; now it springs forth... --Isaiah 43:19 By God s grace, the Archangel Michael Church finds itself at a truly unique time in our parish s history as we embark on a series of new beginnings. After 35 years, Fr. Dennis celebrated his final Sunday Divine Liturgy of our Archangel Michael Church on June 26th. On June 30th, the feast of the Holy Apostles, Fr. Dennis and Fr. Nikolas celebrated their last Divine Liturgy together. What a blessed coincidence that the feast honoring the first apostles of our holy Orthodox Church would be a day to celebrate the thriving community that our beloved Fr. Dennis and Fr. Nik have guided, nurtured, and grown. At the conclusion of the liturgy, Parish Council president Michael Psyllos presented Fr. Nik with the icon of Archangel Michael that was written(painted) by parishioner Anna Frangoulis Gioutlakis, who trained in Greece to be an iconographer. The very next day, on July 1st, we welcomed Fr. John Lardas and Presbytera Eleni and their family to our community. Fr. John celebrated his first Divine Liturgy in our chapel, honoring the feast of Sts. Cosmas and Damian of Rome. Again, what a fitting coincidence that these brothers, who were physicians, possessed the gifts of healing the sick and when their faith was tested, they professed, it is not by our own power that we treat you, but by the power of Christ, our true God. Believe in Him, and be healed. Fr. John and Presbytera Eleni s younger son, Kemon, served on the altar with George and Stephen Tsimisiris. 6 Archangel Michael Sep/Oct

7 New Beginnings Fr. John s first Sunday Divine Liturgy at AMC was celebrated on July 3rd. In attendance along with Presbytera Eleni were many AMC parishioners, as well parishioners from Sts. Constantine & Helen (Brooklyn), St. Nicholas (Flushing), family members and friends, with Kemon again serving on the altar. Fr. John was overcome with emotion and gratitude, as his service and leadership represents a new beginning for all. He also recognized and thanked Fr. Dennis and emphasized that he and Presbytera Paula will always be welcome at our Archangel Michael Church. Fr. John is joined by Deacon Joshua and Diakonnisa Joanna Pappas. A 2015 graduate of Holy Cross Seminary, Dn. Joshua was ordained to the Diaconate on August 7th at the parish of The Archangels in Danbury Ct. and he will be ordained to the Holy Priesthood on October 9th at AMC. Deacon Joshua will be working closely with Fr. John as he begins his ministry. Truly, it is a time of new beginnings. With His providence and grace, we pray that our Archangel Michael Church continues to thrive, provides a strong spiritual base, and strengthens us as we do His good work. I can do everything through him who gives me faith. -Philippians 4:13. Archangel Michael Sep/Oct

8 News & Events Philoptochos SPREADING THE WORD ABOUT HANDS-ON CHARITY This past July, the 43rd National Philoptochos Biennial Convention was held at the Gaylord Opryland Convention Center in Nashville, TN. The delegates from AMC were Chris Ioannou, President; Eleni Germanakos, Social Services liason; Eleni Sfiroudis, Recording Secretary/ Feed The Hungry Coordinator. Needs children, to innovative projects like Angel Babies which is the re-purposing of wedding dresses into burial garments for babies who pass away, our sisters around the nation are very busy doing hands-on work. MAKING A DIFFERENCE - ACTS OF KINDNESS We returned inspired and energized. We would like to share our experience with you here in the hope that more of you might be moved to action. To excerpt an article in The Tennessean, July 5, 2016: We women of the Greek Orthodox Church in America have served about 750,000 meals to those in need since February 2015 and we want people to know about it. Spreading that success story isn t meant to be selfcongratulatory, but inspirational, said Maria Logus, the national president of the Greek Orthodox Ladies Philoptochos Society. Logus, who became the head of the philanthropic arm of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America in October 2014, is leading an effort to raise the 85-year-old organization s public profile and reemphasize tangible acts of charity. I want people to know what Philoptochos can do. I want it to inspire them to do things, Logus said. I ll partner with them. I ll work with them. We ll do whatever we have to do as long as we re all creating a better world. Philoptochos has about 26,000 members nationwide and the National Philoptochos gave out $1.74 million in aid in But the question of what Philoptochos does continues to persist, Logus said. We have been a secret too long, Logus said. We re not just the fundraising arm. We re the philanthropic arm. We re out there. We re doing hands-on philanthropy.... If there is a need out there, we are going to respond. It is what we do... From youth projects like The Kids N Cancer Buddy Program, or the initiation of a family camp for Special With the initiation of MAKE A DIFFERENCE DAY which was first established through the Philoptochos Literacy Committee s partnership with Loukoumi books, the initiative is a cross-generational project focused on engaging young children in order to make a difference. Just as we partnered with our own AMCares in the making of thousands of sandwiches to feed the homeless this past year, chapters all around the country, together with the youth from their Greek Schools, Sunday Schools and sports programs have been busy: ~making cards for veterans, that were placed On hospital meal trays ~making travel-size health kits for the homeless and for victims of disaster ~gathering and distributing gently used icons to veterans ~coordinating housewarming baskets for veterans moving into their new homes ~making Hearts of Hope pillows for heart patients recovering from surgery...and so much more. The question is, what will we do over the next ecclesiastical year? Make a Difference Day is OCTOBER 22nd, The goal is for all members nationally to collectively do 8500 good deeds. This number represents 100 deeds for each of the 85 years that Philoptochos has been in existence. THE LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE The motto of this new arm of National Philoptochos is Inspire, motivate and empower women to reach their fullest potential while contributing collectively through philanthropic service. The mission is to inspire visionary, philanthropic servant-leaders with a commitment to community service. For further information and to apply 8 Archangel Michael Sep/Oct

9 News & Events as a participant and carry the torch with other women, please visit We were of course treated to a visual with foam torches and joined in the singing of Helen Reddy s I Am Woman. DISTRIBUTIONS: In addition to the $1,502,174 which has been distributed over the period 1/1/16-5/31/16 to various charities nationally, during the convention the following additional distributions were made: ~$100,000 was given for St. Nicholas Shrine ~$25,000 is to be distributed to IOCC for Flood Recovery in West Virginia ~$24,400 for a Woman s Mission trip to Kenya ~$24,400 for a Woman s Mission trip to Albania ~$32,000 for Orthodox Christian Mission Center SAMP ~$10,000 from the Autism Assistance Fund for Developmental Connections, Marvin s Club-Social Skills in Schools ~$7,800 to the University of Illinois, Chicago for Autism Clinic & Training Center ~ $75,000 to Hellenic College / Holy Cross School of Theology ~ $100,000 to St. Basil s Academy ~ $35,000 to IOCC AID TO GREECE & CYPRUS To date over $400,000 has been distributed to carefully vetted charities. We are all urged to continue the work to alleviate this crisis as this is about our families, relatives and culture. Our chapter, along with our entire community here at Archangel Michael strongly supports The Hellenic Relief Foundation.There is another charity that has received funds from National Philoptochos and that is Apostoli Mission, which has an impressive record of professionalism and spiritualism. We are all urged to support their efforts. Apostoli - Philanthropic Organization of the Holy Archdiocese of Athens www. mkoapostoli.com and info@mkoapostoli.gr ST. NICHOLAS GREEK ORTHODOX CHURCH AND NATIONAL SHRINE To date, Philoptochos has donated $1.3 Million. To the skeptics that have taken issue with the scale, scope and ultimate cost of this project, we want to point out that the Archdiocese has taken on an historic mission: we are challenged as a Greek Orthodox community to build the only house of worship on this sacred ground, which will include a nondenominational bereavement center to overlook the memorial. With millions of visitors projected annually, a responsibility of this magnitude is one of the most complex projects in the redevelopment of the site. This is to be a national shrine of Eastern Christianity. We have to have a masterpiece of architecture, the Archbishop has said. The ultimate design of a domed structure, which will glow at night through a veneer of white Pentelic marble from the same vein in Greece that was quarried to construct the Parthenon, must also be constructed according to the bomb-proof engineering required for the site. With a design strongly influenced by Hagia Sophia, a landscape that could scarcely have been imagined a decade ago has become a reality. Philoptochos remains vigilant in our support of the rebuilding of this church. ANTI-HUMAN TRAFFICKING INITIATIVE Convention delegates were given a presentation by survivors of human trafficking who shared their stories of abuse and addiction and finding healing at Thistle Farms and Magdalene Homes. The ladies at Thistle Farms produce and market handmade products under the Thistle Farms brand which can be found at Whole Foods among other national retailers. The money raised is used to support Magdalene Homes as a refuge for other victims.the delegates donated a total of 350 individual gift cards valued at over $8000. Please join us in supporting their mission MEETINGS & EVENTS: SAVE THE DATES Meetings: 10/2 (after Liturgy), 11/1 & Events: 9/11: Hosting of Coffee Hour; Veterans Outreach & Membership Drive 9/15: Veterans Outreach at GS registration 10/9: Luncheon in honor of Deacon Joshua Pappas ordination to the priesthood 10/10: Columbus Day: Join us in assembling Health Kits for the needy 12/4: Save the Date: Family Christmas Luncheon Archangel Michael Sep/Oct

10 News & Events Challenge Liturgy The Challenge Liturgy is a special monthly Liturgy that is celebrated on the third Saturday of each month, in an environment appropriate to the special needs of the participants. All metro-area New York challenged Orthodox Christians are welcome. A fellowship hour following the Liturgy provides opportunities to develop friendships, meet parishioners and exchange information of mutual interest. Monthly birthday and nameday celebrations together with seasonal events such as Christmas and Easter parties and a spring picnic round out the social calendar. At his last Challenge Liturgy in June, Fr. Nikolas Karloutsos was presented with a souvenir photo of the Challenge Liturgy Group. Accompanying the photo were expressions of thanks for Fr. Nik s paternal love, friendship and dedication to the program and best wishes for much luck and success in his next endeavor. In October the students will be busy preparing for OXI day, a national holiday celebrated on October 28th throughout the Hellenic world commemorating Greece s entry in World War II. It is a day when we all remember Prime Minister Metaxas courageous one word response of OXI to Mussolini s demand for the unconditional surrender of Greece in Registration is ongoing: please note a $75 late fee will be issued to any previously enrolled student. For further information, please contact registrar, Mrs. Mariann Matarangas, kouklapup@aol.com. Class times are as follows: Pre k -6th grade: First session, 4:00-5:30 pm Second session, 5:45-7:15 pm 7th grade: Thursdays only, 5:45-7:45 pm 8th grade: Tuesdays only, 5:45-7:15 pm For uniforms, please contact the Greek School secretary, Mrs. Emily Vlachos at If you have any questions, please contact: gli@archangelmichaelchurch.org. Good luck to all our students this year! Greek School PTA Greek School Board Welcome back to our returning Greek School Families and Welcome to our New Greek School Families! The Greek Language Institute continues to be a thriving component of the Archangel Michael community. Attending our school is a special opportunity for our youth to study the Greek language and experience all that is unique to our Hellenic heritage and our Orthodox faith. Following the Agiasmo service on September 15th, the students will officially begin their studies. Soon thereafter, the hallways and classrooms will be filled with back-to-school projects. Welcome back to all our Greek School Families and a very warm welcome to our new families. We also welcome our spiritual leader Father John Lardas together with Presbytera Eleni and their children, Vasileos, Maria and Kemon, as well as Deacon Joshua Pappas and Diakonissa Joanna. The Greek School PTA is blessed to have you, and we look forward to working closely together with all of you this upcoming school year! The PTA extends its most sincere gratitude to our outgoing PTA President, Mrs. Deanna Chantly. Her dedicated commitment over the past three years and her kind and friendly way has been a true asset to the Archangel Michael Greek Language Institute. Thank you Deanna! We wish you all the very best! Greek School will begin on September 15th with the traditional Agiasmos blessing. It is always a special service for the children and a wonderful opportunity this year for our teachers, students and PTA members 10 Archangel Michael Sep/Oct

11 News & Events to meet Father John and Deacon Joshua. Regular classes and yes, maybe even some homework, will follow! In preparation for the new school year, the PTA will hold its first meeting in early October (date TBD.) Our goal is 100% membership this year, so please, if you did not sign up when you registered in June, just fill out your membership form on the first day of Greek school! We d like to hear your ideas and we welcome any help you d like to offer! The PTA extends much appreciation to Mrs. Demetra Tsismenakis for all her efforts in organizing our spring fundraiser, My Big Fat Greek Night Out! It was a really fun evening with friends! Thank you to all who attended and to those who supported the dinner raffle. The lucky winner was the Lolis Family. The funds raised helped purchase workbooks for this year s students. Thank you to Demetra for also organizing Opa-Cize, an energyfilled dance workout class. We look forward to bringing it back again this year. A BIG thank you to yearbook chairperson Mrs. Sophia Caldwell and Mrs. Chris-Marie Tzavelis for creating a terrific AMGLI Yearbook! The many hours of hard work are greatly appreciated! The yearbooks were distributed during graduation in June. If your family did not receive a copy please see Mrs. Emily Vlachos, Greek School Secretary in the Greek School office. The Sign up Genius for class parent volunteers was a success last year--look for it in an from the PTA later this month! Save the Date: The Snowflake Glendi ~ Friday, January 29, 2017, new venue- The Westbury Manor! If you would like to co-chair our school s primary fundraiser, please reach out to PTA co-presidents Dina Petrakis, spaliaras5@ aol.com and Chris-Marie Tzavelis, tzavelis5@gmail.com THANK YOU as always for your ongoing support it s going to be a GREAT YEAR! Contact the PTA at gspta@archangelmichaelchurch.org we look forward to hearing from you! Sunday School Welcome back! We hope that everyone had a very enjoyable summer, and we welcome Father John Lardas and Presbytera Eleni and their family and Deacon Joshua Pappas and Diakonissa Joanna. On June 5th, we celebrated another wonderful year in the AMC Sunday School with our Moving Up Ceremony. Those students with perfect and outstanding attendance were recognized, and the Sunday School directors, faculty, and staff were honored. The finale featured our Nursery, Pre-K, Kindergarten and 1st grade students leading everyone in We ve Got the Whole World in His Hands. Και Σ Ανωτερα! This year, we began a new tradition of giving out attendance pins to students as a symbol of their participation in Sunday School. We encourage our students to wear their pins to Sunday School every week; at the end of the year, those students with excellent participation and attendance will receive another medal, which will attach to this pin. Those students who did not receive a pin, please stop by the Sunday School office. Sunday School begins on September 11th. Students can register that same day by completing a registration form, which will be outside of the Sunday School office, then proceeding to their classrooms for the first day of class. Please make every effort to attend church as a family and celebrate the beginning of the ecclesiastical year with Father John and Deacon Joshua. All of the teachers and participants in the Sunday School program offer our heartfelt thanks to Father Dennis for all of the guidance, support and love that you have given us all of these years. We have learned so much from you, and we wish you, Presbytera Paula and your family all the best as you embark on the next chapter in your lives. Thank you, Father Nikolas, for all that you have done for us. We are so appreciative. We wish you, Presbytera Meghan, and your family all the best in your new ministry in Danbury, CT. We are looking forward to an exciting and wonderful year! Archangel Michael Sep/Oct

12 AMC Youth Programs AMC Youth Help U.S. Soldiers Two for One! When you register your children for sports activities this fall (date TBA), they will have the opportunity to help U.S. soldiers on active duty! AMCares is partnering with our Athletics organization to kick off the ecclesiastical year by helping those in need. With the guidance of Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Nassau County Commander, Paul Vista, AMC youth will have the opportunity to assemble muchneeded kits consisting of personal hygiene items including wipes, sanitizing lotion, toothbrushes, and reading materials. The kids will be able to write a brief, personalized note of thanks to the soldier that receives each kit. These will be collected by the Nassau County Command of the VFW and distributed to soldiers on active duty. The activity will take about 10 minutes for each child, and will have a huge and immediate impact on men and women currently serving our country. Look for details to come! AMCares organizes philanthropic and service opportunities for our HOPE/JOY-age children and works in concert with the goals of our Philoptochos and our community to serve those in need. For more information please contact Mary Skafidas Jones, maskafidas@loews.com or Greek Dance Troupe Welcome back to another year of Greek Dance at the Archangel Michael Church! The Dance Troupe is looking forward to performing for the many visitors to our 2016 Festival on the Harbor. The Greek Dance Troupe was established in 1999 under the direction of Roula Zogopoulos. Our Troupe s intention is to offer children from Kindergarten through 12th grade an opportunity to come together to both maintain and continue our Hellenic traditions. Mrs. Zogopoulos creates a safe atmosphere in which our young people are inspired as they explore and learn about their Hellenic heritage through our rich dancing and musical traditions. Children who join our Dance Troupe possess a high level of commitment and drive. All are welcome to join the Troupe which meets on Saturdays throughout the school year according to the following schedule: Group A (Grades K-4) 9:00-10:00AM Group B (Grades 5-7) 10:00-11:00AM Group C (Grade 8-12) 11:00-12:00PM We proudly perform at various church functions as well as other performance venues throughout the year, all culminating with our annual recital in June. For more information, please contact: greekdance@archangelmichaelchurch.org. FESTIVAL FABULOUS FINDS Donations(CLEAN & in working order) can be left in the choir room, until September 20th, on weekdays from 10am-3pm and on Sundays after Liturgy. Please NO books, electronics, clothing, silver or furniture. Tissue/packing paper and bubble wrap are also needed. COMEDY NIGHT Save the Date: Saturday, February 11, 2017 for a fun-filled Comedy NIght, followed by a dance party. 12 Archangel Michael Sep/Oct

13 Byzantine Youth Choir The Archangel Michael Church Family welcomes spiritual leaders Fr. John Lardas and Dn. Joshua Pappas! May we share many joyous years together with you and your families. The school year came to a spectacular close at the Celebration of Music Concert presented by Eleni Kaufman, featuring superb piano and voice solos and glorious performances by the Byzantine Youth Choir to a sold-out audience on the world-renowned stage of Carnegie Hall s Weill Recital Hall. A week later, in appreciation for their service to our church and dedication to youth choir, everyone enjoyed a fabulous sun-filled day at the annual Youth Choir pool party. Make Youth Choir A Part Of Your Child s Life! We are looking forward to an enriching liturgical year with many exciting events planned. Our Welcome to Youth Choir will be held on Wednesday, September 14th at 7:30 PM. A new program for the boys and young men of our community will be introduced to prepare our future psaltis -who may hopefully even become future clergy! We are seeking new members, BOTH boys & girls- ages 8 to 12 and 13 to 18 for the youth, teen and psalti ensembles. Youth Choir sings the Divine Liturgy on the Christmas services, on the fourth Friday of Lent for Heretismi-Salutations, Saturday of Lazarus with His Eminence Archbishop Demetrios, Holy Week, Easter and Challenge Liturgies. The Youth Music Ministry for the ecclesiastical year is rich with worthwhile activities that include visiting the wonderful residents of Hellenos House, a home for physically and mentally challenged young adults. The Youth Choir reaches out to bring happiness to residents of local assisted-living and nursing home facilities. We celebrate the Divine Liturgy with His Grace Bishop Andonios and the dear senior citizens at St. Michael s Home.The choir also takes trips to sing the liturgy at other Greek Orthodox churches in the Archdiocesan District. We enjoy fellowship on Broadway theatre trips, Tilles Center Musicals, pool parties and the annual Celebration of Music Concert. Archangel Michael s Byzantine Youth Choir are active members of the Direct Archdiocesan District Federation of Greek Orthodox Church Musicians. Our talented young people have performed at Federation Cabaret Night fundraisers.through the years, many of the youth choir graduates of Archangel Michael Church have been selected to receive Federation Scholarships for their college studies. At the Holy Trinity Cathedral in NYC, the Youth Choir performed in honor of the Fifteenth Anniversary of His Eminence Archbishop Demetrios. The magnificent hymns of our faith were chanted by the AMC Youth Choir in a program with Archdeacon Panteleimon and the priests and chanters of the Archdiocesan Byzantine Choir. On the weekend of November 18th-20th, 2016, the Youth Choir will sing at the DAD Federation of Greek Orthodox Church Musicians 32nd Annual Church Music Conference entitled, I Will Sing Praises to God As Long As I Live. The conference will take place in Southampton at the Church of the Dormition of the Virgin Mary with Fr. Alex Karloutsos and Fr. Constantine Lazarakis. Composer Dr. Tikey Zes will be conducting the adult choir and Archdiocesan District Youth Archangel Michael Sep/Oct

14 Music Liaison, Georgia Kaufman, will be conducting the youth choir for the Hierarchical Liturgy which will be celebrated with His Eminence Archbishop Demetrios. The Federation of Church Musicians has made arrangements with the Southampton Inn, located in close proximity to the church. To assure hotel accommodations for our Youth Choir, we have booked reservations for Saturday evening, November 19th. On Saturday afternoon, music workshops, luncheon and rehearsals are scheduled followed by an evening Dinner Dance. It promises to be a very memorable experience. To learn more about the Southampton Conference and hotel accommodations, please contact Miss Georgia or Miss Eleni at kriseleni@icloud.com or via telephone at MAY GOD BLESS EVERYONE AS WE BEGIN A NEW ECCLESIASTICAL YEAR! GOYA Welcome back! We hope that everyone had a wonderful summer! The GOYA year is off to a running start! We begin with an awesome Welcome Back, Registration, Fellowship & Ice Cream Social in the Fellowship Hall and Gym on Friday, Sept 9th at 7:00pm. If you are interested in joining GOYA this year and joining one of our athletics teams (basketball, volleyball), your attendance is required. That evening, a Calendar of Events will be distributed, along with sign-up opportunities to volunteer for our fundraisers, charitable events and our Festival on the Harbor! Participation in GOYA ministry provides our young people with opportunities to grow with their peers and church family in worship, community service projects, and in learning about and living their Holy Orthodox Faith in their life s journey toward salvation! You will also have the opportunity to meet the new Board that evening. We are pleased to announce the GOYA Board: Co-Presidents: Steven Gerazounis, Francesco Maropakis Co-Vice Presidents: Tommy Drenis, Konstantinos Geleris, Marika Reynolds, Lazarus Ziozis Co-Secretaries: Liana Drenis, Irene Tsahas, Eleana Tsiamtsiouris, Irene Tsahas Co-Treasurers: Marinos Mihalatos, Themi Pappas, Christiana Psyllos, Despina Tsiamtsiouris Looking forward to seeing everyone on Friday, September 9th! Please note: The CPR course for GOYA ONLY has been rescheduled to September 30th (6-10pm) and the Annual Pancake Breakfast is scheduled for October 23rd, immediately following the Divine Liturgy. 5K Walk/Run Please join us for our Annual Archangel Michael Tom Zangas Memorial Lung Cancer 5K Walk/Run on Saturday, October 22nd, 2016 at beautiful North Hempstead Harbor Beach in Port Washington, the site of our Festival on the Harbor. Please use the entrance that is across the road from the Fairway Drive turn-off to the church. Registration will begin at 8:00am and the starting gun will go off at approximately 9:15am. There will also be a 1K walk for families with young children and strollers. Event t-shirts will be given to all participants, and medals will be awarded to winners in the different age brackets. Refreshments and healthy snacks will be provided for all. Last year, our 5K was a financial success for both our Archangel Michael Church and the Tom Zangas Foundation, thanks to the generous donations of our sponsors and the enthusiastic participation of our many community members and friends. 14 Archangel Michael Sep/Oct

15 Health & Wellness PREPARING FOR YOUR FIRST 5K WALK/RUN By Stefani Pappas, RDN, CPT The Annual Archangel Michael 5K Walk/Run is coming up this Fall. Signing up for a race such as this can be the perfect way to kick off your fitness routine and help a worthy cause. Running is a great option for those who are looking to increase their physical activity. This affordable and time-efficient exercise is something that you can manage at your own pace. Oftentimes, getting the motivation to start your running regimen can be difficult. Having a short-term goal of an upcoming race gives you something to work towards and look forward to! Here are some tips to help you prepare for your first 5K Walk/Run, and to get you started on your journey towards better health. Create A Training Schedule A 5K race is 3.1 miles. Don t be daunted by the mileage; this is a great goal distance for a beginner. Two months of training is ideal to prepare for a 5K race, but always consult your doctor before beginning a physical activity regimen. Your 5K training schedule includes a combination of running, walking, and rest. Aim for three days of running/walking for 30 minutes, and then two days of lightly walking for 30 minutes. Spend one to two days per week resting, which may include stretching or light yoga. Customize this program to your liking, and write out an actual plan that you can view every day. Download A Running App Running apps can help track and improve your fitness. These apps provide comparison, coaching, and other ways to enhance your physical activity. You can share your run on social media and get your friends involved to help encourage you on your fitness journey. My two favorite apps are the Nike+ Running App and Map My Run. You can download these or search for other apps that you prefer. Invest In Training Gear Good quality training gear can optimize your performance. Invest in a good pair of running shoes that you can break in prior to the race. Wear wicking fabrics that allow air to circulate and cool off your body during your run. Choose bright clothes that keep you visible if you are running outside. New training gear also adds extra motivation and excitement while on your running journey. Focus On Nutrition Good nutrition can enhance your physical activity performance and overall wellbeing. Focus on a balanced diet that includes a variety of vegetables, fruits, whole grains, lean protein, and healthy fats. Minimize the amount of processed foods and sugary items that you consume. Don t neglect hydration, especially since physical activity increases your hydration needs. Maximize Your Potential You are fully capable of putting your health first! Know that you have the ability and confidence to achieve your goals. A 5K Walk/Run is meant to be a fun experience for you and the community. What matters is your effort and perseverance during this exciting time! On the day of your race, try to keep everything in routine. Eat the same breakfast you ate while training, and leave an hour or so for your body to digest before racing. Get to the race early to stretch and lightly warm up your body. Stay hydrated and ensure adequate sleep both during your training and prior to race day. Take a deep breath, and give that race all you ve got! Stefani Pappas, RDN, CPT, is a Clinical Dietitian at St. Francis Hospital. She is a personal trainer, fitness instructor, and contributing writer for Elite Daily. She provides private and group nutrition counseling on Long Island and in New York City. Visit her website com for more information. Archangel Michael Sep/Oct

16 News & Events Watsonian Golf Outing On June 11th, the Archangel Michael Church held its 23rd Annual Golf Outing, The Watsonian, at Plandome Country Club. News and Events Peter Christofer Memorial Basketball Tournament The 3rd Annual Peter Christofer Memorial 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament was held on June 18th, A wonderful time was had by the players and those who came to cheer them on. Golf Committee: Michael Bapis, Andrew Keen, +Stan Neamonitis, Mario Harris, George Lucas, Chris Neocleous, Peter Takvorian This year 110 golfers participated and enjoyed beautiful weather and a great day of golf and fellowship. The Awards Dinner and Cocktail Reception immediately following had over 150 total paprticipants which included golfers, non-golfers and many loyal sponsors, parishioners and friends of the Archangel Michael Church. The net proceeds for this year s event were over $45,000. These funds will be used for the continued operations of our Archangel Michael church. This year s In Memorium Spirit Award was presented to Harry Zuvekas, Dean Chiros and Manny Katsoulos in recognition of their many years of service to the Archangel Michael Church and participation in the annual golf outing event. This award was started five years ago in memory of Carl Watson, Gus Keen, Perry Alexiou, Steve Drametinos and Andy Cyprus, all of whom were very loyal participants and supporters of the golf outing from its inception. Pictured above are some of the participants, including the First Place Kokinakis Team, which went undefeated, and the Second Place Stavrinos Team. All of the funds generated by this event over the last three years, including registration fees, generous donations from individuals and organizations, including GOYA and HOPE/JOY, and donations from the Christofer and Maragos Families, were used to purchase the Athletics Trophy Case which has been installed near the entrance to the gym, in loving memory of Peter Christofer and Dean Maragos. INSERT PHOTO: Golf Outing award winners Dean Chiros, Mario Harris, Harry Zuvekas THANK YOU to all of our loyal sponsors, supporters and participants. Please save the date for next year s 24th Annual Archangel Michael Golf Outing scheduled for June 8, 2017 at Plandome Country Club. We look forward to a bigger and more successful 2017 event. We hope to see you there next year. WELCOME BACK SUNDAY- SEPT. 11TH Please join all of our organization leaders immediately following the Divine Liturgy to learn more about and register for all of the activities, ministries, and groups within our community. Come and get involved! Be sure to attend! BIBLE STUDY A Bible Study class is being planned for the fall. Further information will be forthcoming. 16 Archangel Michael Sep/Oct

17 News & Events Havana Night Nearly 100 AMC parishioners and friends kicked off the summer at Havana Night on Thursday, June 30, Our own Georgia Katsoulis transformed the Manhasset Bay Yacht club here in Port Washington with beautiful, understated decorations and made us all feel like we stepped back in time to old-world Havana. Guests enjoyed fine wines and spirits, generously donated through Carol Morosanu, sommelier of Balthazar in New York City, paired with hand-rolled cigars and delicious Cuban food, all with a stunning view overlooking Manhasset Bay. NAMEDAY DINNER DANCE Save the Date: Friday, November 18th, 7pm-12midnight At The North Ritz Club, Syosset GOYA ANNUAL PANCAKE BREAKFAST Sunday, October 23rd after the Divine Liturgy. Proceeds to benefit charitable/philanthropic causes. All are welcome! GENERAL ASSEMBLY The next General Assembly will take place on Sunday, October 23rd, following the GOYA Pancake Breakfast. All stewards are encouraged to attend! FESTIVAL RIDES HOPE/JOY and Preschool are again pre-selling ½ price ticket sheets for the rides at the Festival. Guests also bid on amazing raffle prizes, including Yankee tickets, Mets tickets, an Apple Watch, premium scotches and brandy and of course, exclusive Cuban cigars. A heartfelt thanks to all those who supported this wonderful event, especially our raffle prize donors: Nick Papain, Tony Coulianidis, Michael Kavourias, Chris Neocleous, Nick Rallis, Jim Sfiroudis and Michael Psyllos. All proceeds from Havana Night will benefit our Archangel Michael Church. Each sheet has 44 tickets and will be sold for $25 Ticket sheets will be sold: Tuesdays and Thursdays beginning Sept. 15th, from 4-7pm during Greek School, Sundays, Sept. 11th and 18th following the Divine Liturgy and beginning Sept. 13th during Preschool hours. Archangel Michael Sep/Oct

18 Community Photos COLLEGE STUDENTS AND PARENTS The Orthodox Christian Fellowship (OCF) is the official campus ministry of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America. OCF is a growing vital ministry to young adults who are looking for an Orthodox Christian community while in college. Visit ocf.net and navigate the site for registration, a list of campuses, available resources and retreat/event opportunities in the U.S. and abroad. ADULT GREEK CLASSES Registration for Adult Greek Classes will take place on Monday, October 10. Classes will begin the last week in October. For information & registration call Archangel Michael Sep/Oct

19 Community Photos Fr. John blesses the AMC college students and presents them with a gift of a prayer book and an icon of Jesus and the Virgin Mary Archangel Michael Sep/Oct

20 Nicholas Papain, Esq. Sullivan Papain Block McGrath & Cannavo P.C FRANKLIN AVENUE 120 BROADWAY GARDEN CITY NY NEW YORK NY (516) (212) Attorney Advertising Commack Glen Cove Great Neck North Bellmore Mineola Port Washington The Trumpet reaches over 500 families who support the Archangel th Street, LIC, NY Tel Fax LOW COST AUTO-HOMEOWNERS BUSINESS PHILLIPS BROKERAGE, INC. Michael Greek Orthodox Church in Port Washington, New York, a majority of whom live in the North Shore communities surrounding the church. If you are interested in becoming a sponsor, please CHRISTOPHER DRITSAS Principal Insurance Broker cdritsas@phillipsbrokerage.com VISIT US AT OUR NEW LOCATION 180 MAIN ST PORT WASHINGTON, NY TELELPHONE (516) FAX (516) trumpet@archangelmichaelchurch.org. 20 Archangel Michael Sep/Oct

21 Lunch Sponsors VISION ENTERPRISES - Peter Mesologites & Lenny Zangas Cocktail Reception KRAMER, LEVIN, NAFTALIS & FRANKEL, LLP - Thomas Constance Refreshments & Food at the Turn Sponsor CUOMO LLC - Oscar Michelin & Matthew Cuomo Golf Ball Sponsor Golf Cart Sponsor Halfway House Sponsor Trophies Sponsor ANALYTICS CONSULTING CORP - Catherine H. Papagianakis, EMBA TILOSCOINC - George Kaparos & Family JOHN BUDIS ANNA WATSON in memory of Carl Watson BANK OF AMERICA PETER TSEKOURAS & ZACK ZACHARIA NORTH SHORE MARKETPLACE THE BREAKFAST ROOM BARGAIN PRINTING ROCKFARMER PROPERTIES ALTRO PHARMA AMERIPRISE FINANCIAL PROFESSIONAL PHYSICAL THERAPY GATEWAY ASSOCIATES INC. ANDREAS TSALIKIS & FAMILY BOURNAZOS & MATARANGAS LAW PLLC MG ENGINEERING THE PROFOUND THINKERS INVESTORS BANK DOUBLE EAGLE INSURANCE AGENCY the archangel michael church 22nd 23rd Annual Carl Watson Memorial Golf Outing The watsonian OUR PROUD SPONSORS TEE SPONSORS Marilena & Nick Katopodis The Neocleous Family Neil Ioannou & Family John Petras & George Michelis Sandy Greco George Limperopoulos - CFP George Papadopoulos George Theodorou SUPPORTERS Hole Sponsors HIGHTOWER ADVISORS Michael Bapis and Family TIG ADVISORS LLC Spiros Maliagros and Family PAN BROTHERS ASSOCIATES Peter, George and Jim Pantelidis Steve Bournazos Esq. & Dennis Matarangas Esq. The Gerazounis Family Tony Arlis, Dean Chiros, Alex Harisiades, Manny Katsoulis, Arthur Manos, Chris Milonas, John Mitsinikos, Stan Neamonitis, Bill Pappas, George Scandalios, Nick Stylianou, Duke Vagelos, Harry Zuvekas Paul Adimando Marybeth & Gus Harris & Family Christine & Louis Koskovolis & Family Steven Burns Donald H. Hazelton, Esq. Nick Papain Jim Ziozis & Family Frankie & Johnnie s Steakhouse - Gus Panopoulos Stitches - Russ Gompers Landmark Diner The Tiglias Family Michael and Susan Cavounis Mid Queens Dental The Dourmas Family The Pike Restaurant The Manis Brothers Karikan Seafood Restaurant Limani Restaurant Port Washington Diner M.P. Taverna Seven Seas Diner Robert s Bicycles Robert Kallem Anastasia & John Kostallas Merrill Lynch, Great Neck Joe Greico Sam Albano Kyma Restaurant Plandome Country Club Cathy & Mario Harris Pure Barre- Manhasset, NY Lee & Associates BQLI Bradley Diamond Nat Sherman NYC Eagle Sanitation Astron Candle Company Marius Mavricos & Family In Memory of Gus Keen TRI Total Restoration Nick DeMeo Rohlf s Stained & Leaded Glass Studio, Inc. Michael LaSorsa Insurance Newton Shows Lia & Nick Romeo Schout Bay Tavern - Evan Psyllos Wells Fargo Advisors - Theo Zaferiou & Family + In memory of Carl Watson, Gus Keen, Perry Alexiou, James Nacos, Steve Dramatinos and Andy Cyprus. Archangel Michael Sep/Oct

22 ARCHANGEL MICHAEL GREEK ORTHODOX CHURCH September Calendar 2016 Sun Mon Tues Wed Thu Fri Sat The New Ecclesiastical Year (Small Blessings of the Waters) 9:30a Chapel Orthros 8:30a Divine Liturgy 9:30a LABOR DAY Office Closed The Remebrance of the Miracle of the Archangel Michael 9:30a BYC Rehearsal 7:30p The Birth of the Theotokos 9:30a Chapel GOYA- Registration and Ice Cream Social- Fellowship Hall - Gym 7p Sunday School Begins Welcome Back Fellowship Sunday Orthros 8:30a Philoptochos Meeting 7:30p The Feast of the Holy Cross 9:30a Youth Choir Welcome and Rehearsal 7:30p Greek School Begins and Agiasmos Challenge Liturgy - The Feast of St. Sophia 10:30a Divine Liturgy 9:30a Orthros 8:30a Divine Liturgy 9:30a BYC Rehearsal 7:30p Festival on the Harbor The Conception of St. John the Baptist 9:30a Chapel Festival on the Harbor Orthros 8:30a Divine Liturgy 9:30a Festival clean-up The Translation of St. John the Theologian Chapel 9:30 BYC Rehearsal 7:30p GOYA CPR Course 6p 22 Archangel Michael Sep/Oct

23 ARCHANGEL MICHAEL GREEK ORTHODOX CHURCH October Calendar 2016 Sun Mon Tues Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 Orthros 8:30a Divine Liturgy 9:30a Philoptochos Meeting 11:30a The Feast of St. Dionysios the Aeropagite - Chapel 9:30a BYC Rehearsal 7:30p Orthros 8:30a Divine Liturgy 9:30a Ordination of Dn. Joshua Pappas to the Holy Priesthood Followed by Community Luncheon COLUMBUS DAY - PRESCHOOL CLOSED Philoptochos Health Kits Assembling BYC Rehearsal 7:30p Challenge Divine Liturgy 10:30a Orthros 8:30a Divine Liturgy 9:30a BYC Rehearsal 7:30p Annual 5K Run/Walk Orthros 8:30a Divine Liturgy 9:30a GOYA Pancake Breakfast General Assembly Orthros 8:30a Divine Liturgy 9:30a The Feast of St. Demetrios - Chapel 9:30 BYC Rehearsal 7:30p The Feast of Holy Protection Chapel 9:30a Archangel Michael Sep/Oct

24 Archangel Michael Greek Orthodox Church 100 Fairway Drive Port Washington, NY Archangel Michael Church presents the 2016 GREEK FESTIVAL Fri, Sept. 23, 4pm-11pm Sat, Sept. 24, noon-11pm Sun, Sept 25, Noon-8pm SM On The Harbor North Hempstead Beach Park Port Washington LIVE MUSIC, FOOD, RIDES GAMES, HUGE FLEA MARKET FREE PARKING FREE ADMISSION CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED fireworks saturday night! GreekFestPW #GreekFestPW The Janice Michelle Foundation, Inc Sponsored by