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St. Nicholas the Wonderworker, The Kallikántaroi, , Greek Jews & The Holocaust

 

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St. Nicholas the Wonderworker

He rescued children, averted a famine, and was the patron saint of sailors, brides, and pirates. Nearly 1,700 years later St. Nicholas continues to inspire the best in us.

The Kallikántaroi - Greece’s Christmas Goblins

Once, the Twelve Days of Christmas didn’t mean turtledoves and gold rings to the Greeks, but hordes of vicious goblins causing mayhem. We’ll explore the history of the kalikántzaroi, and how to protect yourself during the most wonderful - and scariest - time of the year.

Greek Jews & The Holocaust

Jews have been in Greece since classical times. After thousands of years, these Greek citizens were nearly wiped out during the Holocaust. Join us in honoring the Greek Jews. Never forget.