Michigan’s diverse population is made up of a rich mix of cultures that are best exemplified in the state’s many cultural festivals. The state has a rich history of Native American heritage, with tribes such as the Ottawa, Ojibwa, Miami, and Potawatomi contributing to its cultural tapestry. But residents and visitors also flock to popular cultural hotspots like Dearborn, Hamtramck, Detroit, Lansing, Holland and the Keweenaw Peninsula for vibrant cultural celebrations. From delicious traditional foods and cultural dances to performances and children’s activities, these festivals celebrate the rich cultural tapestry of the Great Lakes State and have something to offer…
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City officials, church and Greek society leaders and many others gathered Saturday at Wilder Park in Aurora for the unveiling of a new monument installed in honor of the 200th anniversary of the Greek Revolution. The 20-foot monument, valued at $100,000, was provided by the American Philhellenes Society — a Chicago-based nonprofit that, according to a city press release, was “created to identify, highlight and honor Americans who supported or fought for Greek independence during Greek independence.” the years 1810 to 1840.” The monument itself would weigh 20 tons, authorities said. The group contacted the city late last year to…
Georgia Tech, located in the heart of Atlanta, offers a wide range of student activities. The Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets, an NCAA Division I team, compete in the Atlantic Coast Conference and have a fierce rivalry with the University of Georgia. Since 1961, the football team has been driven onto the field at home games by the Ramblin’ Wreck, a restored 1930 Ford Model A sports coupe. Georgia Tech has a small but vibrant Greek community. First-year students are offered housing, but are not required to live on campus. In addition to its Atlanta and Savannah campuses, Georgia Tech has…
The HOME Project, an organization providing shelter and support to refugee children, announced a first-of-its-kind initiative to provide 18 young refugees in Greece with full-time scholarships to attend American Community Schools of Athens (ACS Athens) in during the year 2018. -Academic year 2019. The refugee students, who will come from the HOME project, will be enrolled in an inclusive educational program at ACS Athens. Students will take courses in English and Greek as foreign languages, mathematics, computer science and arts subjects such as theater and music. Students will also be assessed at regular intervals throughout the academic year. The scholarships…
ANN ARBOR – Since the beginning of the month, several developments involving University of Michigan fraternities have made headlines.Firstly the North American Interfraternity Conference announced a ban on strong alcoholic products, that is, those containing more than 15 percent alcohol by volume, in homes and at events. They may, however, be served by a third party, such as a licensed alcohol vendor.The NIC requires the policy to be implemented by member fraternities by September 1, 2019.The decision will impact 66 national and international fraternities, spread across 6,186 chapters on 800 campuses. The reason? To combat hazing and alcohol-related deaths.According to…
This article was produced by National Geographic Traveler (UK).What can a Yucatán jungle trail teach hikers about Mexico’s colonial history? Why does the survival of the rare Chilhuacle Rojo pepper depend on an all-female cuisine in the Oaxaca Valley? How is one of Mexico’s most revered plants distilled to create its most infamous spirit? Find out in the May issue of National Geographic Traveler (UK), which invites readers to discover this diverse and vibrant nation through the communities and artisans who perpetuate its culture. From the sunny thrills of Mexico City to the butterfly-shrouded forests of the Michoacán mountains, we…
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Tourist market in Greece The Global Tourist market in Greece should generate an income of US$548.0 million by 2032, moving from $265.9 million in 2022. The target market is expected to record good 7.5% CAGR from 2022 to 2032. Factors such as a high number of travelers to Greece in 2022 – around 8 million in the first half of the year – explain the prosperity of the tourism industry in Greece. The country’s popularity as a world heritage site, rich culture and magnificent views also contribute to the growth of the Greek tourism market during the forecast period. Greece,…
Photo festival In the spring of 2002, an independent comedy from Niah Vardalos became an unexpected theatrical success. My Big Fat Greek Wedding benefited from word of mouth throughout the summer, ultimately grossing over $240 million nationally. The original Hollywood Reporter review is below: My big Greek wedding is a light but enjoyable comedy about the courtship and marriage of a Greek-American woman by – much to the shock of her large and noisy family – a non-Greek. Most of the film’s humor comes from the characters’ ethnicity and the clash of cultures. The film offers no particular insight into…
DisneylandThe future of the island should be that of a world heritage site. For more than 65 years, the theme park has been a staple of American culture and the genesis of an entirely new type of business that has been copied around the world. Although its composition is that of fictitious facades, its real legacy – I believe – more than pays the necessary dues to receive this status of perpetual preservation. Disneyland is much more than just a theme park. This is the original theme park that set the standard and sparked a cultural revolution in America and…