The joint celebration of the 85th Anniversary of the Archdiocese in America and the Order of AHEPA will be held in Atlanta the weekend of September 7-9. Join members of the AHEPA Family and parishioners from around the country for full weekend and a trip down memory lane. For more informaation, see URL http://www.85thweekendcelebration.com
85th Anniversary Commemorative Album
Don’t miss the opportunity to pay tribute to those who worked to organize Orthodox churches across America and to honor your family members who were instrumental in building the AHEPA. Contact John Boosalis at john.boosalis@morgankeegan.com or 404-240-6719 to submit your photos, messages, and business ads.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 7
Celebration Charity Golf Tournament
Held at the Heritage Golf Course, your $125 registration fee includes green fees, refreshments & lunch, prizes. Benefit: Project Faith.
Sentimental Journey
Bring your dancing shoes and come dressed in the attire of your favorite decade as we celebrate a Sentimental Journey featuring the music, dances and costumes of the various decades we are celebrating. The fun begins at 9:00 p.m. in the Marriott Century Center Ballroom. There will be guest appearances by Elvis, the Blues Brothers and other celebrities from throughout the decades. Swing dancing lessons will also be provided. (FREE).
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 8
Live, Laugh and Learn Celebration Luncheon
Held at the Marriot, you will be inspired by the words of an extraordinary, southern inspirational speaker and humorist. (Reservations Required $25)
Twin Pillars of Hellenism 85th Anniversary Celebration Dinner
Cocktails begin at 5:30 at the Hellenic Center followed by the Celebration Dinner at 7:00 featuring keynote speaker, His Eminence Archbishop Demetrios. The evening will be topped off with dancing and fellowship. (Reservations Required $50)
“The Way We Were” Historical Exhibit
Guests will have the opportunity to visit an unprecedented exhibition of AHEPA Family history and artifacts on display in the Archives Room at the Hellenic Center. (FREE) Anyone interested in loaning AHEPA, DOP, SOP, or MOA historical items, documents, or photos for this display should contact Dr. Angelo Kliossis at kklio@comcast.net or mail items to 2105 Briarwillow Drive, NE, Atlanta, Georgia 30345-3503. Include full information identifying the submission and your mailing information for its return. Please send items by August 17th.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 9
Hierarchical Liturgy
The Hierarchical Liturgy will be celebrated by His Eminence Archbishop Demetrios and Metropolitan Alexios beginning at 9:30 a.m.
Thanks For the Memories Luncheon
We will join together again with Archbishop Demetrios, Metropolitan Alexios and the AHEPANS, Daughters, Sons, Maids and the faithful from throughout the country for a luncheon and reception following the Divine Liturgy in the Hellenic Center Ballroom. (Reservations Required $20)
85th Anniversary Celebration Weekend Events Ticket Order DEADLINE AUGUST 26
NAME________________________________________
PHONE or Email _______________________________
Celebration Charity Golf Tournament
Friday September 7 _____ X 125.00 = _____
Sentimental Journey Music & Dance
Friday September 7 _____ X Free = _____
Live, Laugh and Learn Lunch
Saturday September 8 _____ X 25.00 = _____
Twin Pillars of Hellenism Celebration Dinner
Saturday September 8 _____ X 50.00 = _____
Thanks for the Memories Luncheon
Sunday September 9 _____ X 20.00 = _____
TOTAL = _________
Send completed form with check made payable to AHEPA #1 to :
85th Anniversaries Celebration
C/O Penny Betros
2837 Caraway Drive
Tucker, GA 30084
If you have questions about tickets, you may contact Penny at pgbetros@aol.com or at 770-491-8677
Special Notice: Active AHEPA Family members 85 yrs. old and older will be admitted FREE, as our guest, to Saturday evening and Sunday events. Must make Reservations, and bring proof of age.
