There are many people to recognize when it comes to the Dormition of the Theotokos Greek Orthodox Church’s annual Greek Food Festival in Oakmont. From the committee organizing the volunteers and tracking funds, to people ordering supplies, the chefs baking and preparing foods months in advance to the young workers
The Oakmont Greek Food Festival is a returning with a more substantial layout and menu. This marks the 48th year for the festival, presented by the Dormition of the Theotokos Greek Orthodox Church at 12 Washington Ave. Food will be served from noon to 9 p.m. on June 24-26. Live
Peter Papadakos was passionate about his Greek heritage, serving the church and helping anyone who needed it. Those ideals, and practicing law, were among the first things that came to mind when friends reflected on the life of the McKeesport native. A treasurer and longtime member of the Grecian Odyssey
Dancing is a major part of Michelle Kotsagrelos’ life.
The Bethel Park resident has instructed many a soul in the traditional steps from the mainland and islands of Greece for more than 30 years.
“It is so much a part of our lives,” said Kotsagrelos, assistant director of the Grecian Odyssey Dancers of East Pittsburgh. “Whenever anyone actually meets me, within five minutes they know I Greek dance. It is so much a part of who I am … It’s part of my culture. I was raised with it since I was a child. It keeps me connected to my heritage with my grandparents. They were born in Greece.”