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7 Greek Expressions not to sound like a textbook
You can know your verb endings, remember which nouns are masculine and feminine, and order perfectly well in a restaurant. And then a Greek friend says «Έλα τώρα!» and suddenly none of what you learned
Getting Children to Speak Greek
“Τα καταλαβαίνει όλα, αλλά μου απαντάει στα αγγλικά.” If you are raising a child with Greek outside Greece, this may sound very familiar. You speak to them in Greek, they understand you perfectly well, they
Wishes for the first day of School!
You must have figured it out by now that Greeks have special wishes and things they say for every special occasion you can think of. The first day of school could not be an exception,
Is September the Best Time to Start Greek?
There’s something about September that feels like a fresh start. Technically, January gets all the credit for new beginnings. But after the slower pace of summer, September is often when real life starts again. Schools
August 15th: A special day for Greeks
August in Greece is always dominated by one of the most important days in the Greek Orthodox faith, the Dormition of the Holy Virgin, or as Greeks more commonly call it “Dekapentaugoustos.” Celebrations, customs, traditions
Lessons from a Greek Summer
Reflections from our 2026 Greek Summer Camp and Spetses Immersion Course Every summer teaches our students something new—but it also teaches us something. As another unforgettable season comes to an end, we’ve been reflecting on
Wishes in Greek for weddings
Celebrations for Greeks are an integral part of life. Whether that is a birthday party, a name day celebration, a graduation, a baptism, a wedding or just Sunday lunch Greek celebrations are usually long, loud,
Tips for Summer Camp Drop Off
It is important to discuss the Greek summer camp with your kids in advance so that they have as clear a picture as possible of the experiences they will gain there. Discuss strategies with your
Greek Summer Festivals
Summer Greece means sun, hot weather, crystal clear beaches and fests-ελληνικά πανηγύρια, in every corner of the country. In July and August, Greeks never miss a chance to celebrate, dance and reunite with family and