2nd folkloric festival in Syros

The members of THE CULTURAL CLUB “ THE PEOPLE OF PONTOS AND NORTH GREECE” who live in Syros, Greece, are organizing their 2^nd folkloric festival. It will take place from  26^th July to 3^rd August, 2013, and aims to promote and preserve the cultural heritage of its people.

This year’s theme features <<The Paths of the Greeks>> including dances from the area of Pontos, Cyprus, as well as the greek-speaking villages of Southern Italy.

The seminar illustrates traditional wear of Cyprus and Pontos , provides feedback on their historical background, as well as dancing instruction.

To start with, we have gladly invited the folk dancing club of the Cypriots from Achea. Indeed, Zonia Marilena and Poliviou Vaggelis  will be teaching those interested in the enchancing atmosphere of the dances of Cyprus.Furthermore, John Efremidis, who has taken the spirit of Pontos as far as Alaska, will communicate the dominating steps of this land with us. Last but not least, the music band Encardia will encourage us to follow them in the “tarantela” , a mostly distinct dance of South Italy, the origins of which date back to the ancient colony of “Taranta”, close to the contemporary cities of Printezi and Letse, as well as the greek-speaking villages of Salento. Indeed, characteristics of  “grecanic” are evident in the locals’ dialect. As it appears the greek-speaking population in the surrounding regions have kept and preserved them as part of their cultural identity.

Our club has chosen to hold this year’s meeting in Posidonia, one of the most cosmopolitan holiday spots on the island, the essence of which is still evident in the surrounding estates and the long-lasting cultural activities of the area.

While being on holiday, the visitors of the island will have the opportunity to experience a number of cultural events which aim to present the preservation of a wealth of traditions and historical memories.

We should note that a minimum of 8 participants is required to attend the dancing seminars. Our club will schedule them according to request and registration.

Therefore, reservations are possible up to the 1^st of July.

To confirm participation, a deposit of 50euros is required at the account number of the bank of Cyprus. ΙΒΑΝ GR 3207301670000000038911047 .BIC : BCYPGRAA.

 TIMETABLE OF EVENTS & VENUES

SUNDAY 28^TH JULY

11:00-13:00 Pontos Dancing for beginners    : Catholic Pastoral Centre of  Posidonia.

19:00-21:00             <<                   advanced learners : Dancing Club of Pontos people & North Greeks

MONDAY 29^TH JULY

10:30-12:30: Cypriot Dances : Catholic Pastoral Centre of  Posidonia

19:00-21:00            <<                                           <<

TUESDAY 30^TH JULY

10:30-12:30: Pontos Dances: Catholic Pastoral Centre of  Posidonia.

12:30-14:00: Tarantela Dancing

WEDNESDAY 31^ST JULY

11:00-13:00: Pontos Dancing for beginners                  : Catholic Pastoral Centre of  Posidonia.

19:00-21:00:            <<                     advanced learners : Dancing Club of Pontos people & North Greeks

THURSDAY  1^ST AUGUST

19:00-21:00: Pontos Dances for all our learners : Dancing Club of Pontos people & North 
Greeks

FRIDAY 2^ND AUGUST

21:00: Closing Event  (Feast & Celebration):        Tavern(….)

NOTE: During seminars there will be refreshments available to participants.

SIMULTANEOUS EVENTS

WEDNESDAY 25^TH JULY: 21.30

Cinedoc supports our seminar with a number of events:

The screening of the documentary “ENCARDIA-The Dancing Rock” by the awarded A. Kovotsou. 
The film takes viewers on a tour to the Greek-speaking villages of South Italy in the company 
of  the music-dancing group of Encardia. During intervals, Cinedoc  will be offering visitors
finger food and sweets, as usual. Indeed, our club will contribute with traditional snacks.

FRIDAY  26^TH JULY

21:00 : Tsiropina Estate, Posidonia

The clu.b is holding a musical tribute to the poet Lefteris  Chapsiadis  who will be honored by 
our club-“The People of Pontos & North Greece” – and that of “The friends of Stelios Kazatzidis”. 

Our band: Dimitris Marangos (accordeon ) John Xagoraris (belek) Miltos Karapanagiotidis
( guitar & singing) Sarandos Stafilas (boozooki) & Andrew Kapsomenakis John Desipris , 
Elsa Vergou ,Argyro Pantazi (singers) .

19:00: Charity Bazaar, gardens of Tsiropina Estate

Come by and pick out unique souvenirs

TUESDAY 30^TH JULY

21.00 :  Tsiropina Estate, Posidonia 

Evening event<<Paths of Hellenism : Pontos – Cyprus - Greek-speaking villages of South Italy>> 
.Our club and that of Achea (Cyprus) will present a variety of dances. Also, Encardia will sing: 
love songs, tarantelas and various traditional songs of Mediterranean origin.

We should note that the cultural clubs of Finikas and Posidonia  are also supporting this event.

CHILDREN’S WORKSHOP : 09:30-12:30

MONDAY 29^TH  JULY : Karagiozis, a friend of ours.

TUESDAY 30^th JULY : Let’s play with puppets

WEDNESDAY 31^st JULY : Children’s fairy tales.  Theofilos and his fairy tales

THURSDAY 1^ST AUGUST: Art & Tradition:

                                               View folklore garnments of Pontos Land and Trace.

Theatre Instructor: Helen Voutsinou (head of the children’s theatre group of our club)

Art Instructor: Yolanda Ziaka.

The above activities apply to children of pre-school age . The cost for every theme (day) is 5 eouros.

* Children who wish to attend tarantela dance-practice are invited to join the group of Encardia 

after the end of the workshop.

Optional Activities

In between seminars, participants will have the chance to enjoy their swim nearby, either at Feturis, or Agathopes beach, which are 5-minute and 10-minute walks from their base, respectively. Alternatively, they can stroll down to the picturesque harbour of Finikas, where sailing boats dock, enjoy refreshments and snacks at local pubs.

Not to forget ,Ano Syros & Hermoupolis are still the view-by-night experience of the island, as they can content the visitor’s need for strolling, tasting and creative souvenir picks.

SATURDAY 27^th JULY: 09:30: FINIKAS

 The Nautical Club of the island is organizing canoeing instruction. There will be special fee-prices for seminar participants.

- Children are welcome to become familiar with the sport of sailing.

- Sylvia Kaar is organizing a trekking trip to guide visitors through the land and marks of the island's hills and coastline; an easy-to-follow route, which will-in the end- reward walkers with a refreshing swim and sipping ouzo. 

All participants will receivi symbolic certification of attendance and -not to forget- cds of Pontos and Cyprus songs/music.

CULTURAL CLUB : The People of Pontos & North Greece

3, Folegandrou Street (opposite the port of Hermoupolis)

Hermoupolis

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