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BLE presents Karnavali 2017
Join us for Karnavali, an annual night of music and dancing in celebration of Apokries, the Greek carnival season. This year, the BLE dance troupe will showcase traditions from the island of Kalymnos, with music by Revma and special guests Michalis Kappas and Panayotis League joining with live Kalymnian music. Costumes are encouraged! Tickets sold at the door ($25; $20 with student ID; children 12 and under free.) Cash bar & food sold by the Dormition of the Virgin Mary church kitchen.
Find out more »Sixth Annual Maliotis Greek Dance Workshop
An annual workshop featuring local instructors, including Irene and Mike Savas of the BLE, leading 75-minute dance workshops focused on specific regions. For the first time this year, the workshop will have a glendi with mezedakia following the first day's workshops and a second day of basic dance lessons and masterclasses.
Find out more »Greek Independence Day at Somerville City Hall
This coming Saturday, March 25th, our dance troupe will participate in the City of Somerville's Celebration of Greek Independence Day, in collaboration with the Dormition of the Virgin Mary Greek Orthodox Church. All are welcome to join the ceremonies, which include the honoring of George Dilboy, the firstGreek-American to receive the Medal of Honor for service in World War I. 11:30 Raising of the flags 11:45 Memorial service at the George Dilboy statue 12:00 Ceremonies in the Aldermanic Chambers
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