Summary
It's not just anywhere that you can find a group of Americans still vitally connected to their ethnic origins. The impact of mass media and the notion that we are all Americans regardless of our ancestry can sometimes blur once vivid traditions.
But here and there across the land are tight-knit communities who actively work at maintaining cultural customs.See the full content of this document
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My Big Fat Greek Festival
One such community is right here in Anne Arundel County. The parishioners of Saints Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church honor their heritage through religion, language, and - much to the benefit of everyone around them - food.
Friday through Sunday the Greek Orthodox Church on Riva Road in Annapolis will hold its annual Greek Festival, featuring live music, dancing, imported jewelry, children's activities, a raffle, and Greek food available for dining in or carrying out. According to Rev. Kosmas Ka...See the full content of this document
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