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SUMMARY:LONG BEACH - Long Beach Greek Festival
DESCRIPTION:LONG BEACH – Long Beach Greek Festival\n\n\n September 2-4\, 2023 \nLocation: Assumption Greek Orthodox Church\n5761 East Colorado Street\nLong Beach\, California 90814-1954 \nlbgreekfest.org \nDescription: Held on Labor Day Weekend\, this 64th Annual Event features carnival rides\, food\, beverages\, vendor booths\, church tours\, cooking demos and dancing galore. Admission is approx. $3.
URL:https://helleniclaw.org/event/long-beach-long-beach-greek-festival/
LOCATION:Assumption Greek Orthodox Church 5761 East Colorado Street Long Beach\, California 90814-1954
CATEGORIES:Member Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230904T200000
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SUMMARY:BELMONT - Belmont Greek Festival Labor Day Weekend
DESCRIPTION:BELMONT – Belmont Greek Festival Labor Day Weekend\n\n\n September 2-4\, 2023 \nLocation: Church of the Holy Cross\n900 Alameda at Ralston Ave\nBelmont\, CA \ngoholycross.org | belmontgreekfestival.com \nDescription: Belmont Greek Festival hours are Saturday and Sunday from Noon to 10 p.m.\, and on Monday from Noon to 8 p.m. Approx. cost: $5\, $2.50 seniors and youth ages 13-17. Children 12 and under are admitted free\, accompanied by a parent or guardian. Events and activities include a fun zone\, food & pastries\, dancing\, drama\, arts & crafts and church tours. Free parking and shuttle service available.
URL:https://helleniclaw.org/event/belmont-belmont-greek-festival-labor-day-weekend/
LOCATION:Church of the Holy Cross 900 Alameda at Ralston Ave Belmont\, CA
CATEGORIES:Member Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230901T170000
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SUMMARY:PASADENA: Greek Food Festival
DESCRIPTION:PASADENA: Greek Food Festival\n\n\n September 2022\nFriday 5-10 pm\,\nSaturday 12-10 p.m.\nSunday 12-10 p.m. \nLocation: St. Anthony’s\n778 South Rosemead Boulevard\nPasadena\, California 91107-561\n(626) 449-6943 \npasadenagreekfest.org
URL:https://helleniclaw.org/event/pasadena-greek-food-festival/
LOCATION:778 South Rosemead Boulevard Pasadena\, California 91107-5613
CATEGORIES:Member Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230819T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230821T170000
DTSTAMP:20260531T101710
CREATED:20230526T040506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230526T081241Z
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SUMMARY:CASTRO VALLEY: Greek Festival Castro Valley
DESCRIPTION:CASTRO VALLEY: Greek Festival Castro Valley\n\n\n August 19-21\, 2022 | 2023 TBA \nLocation: 722 20104 Center St.\nCastro Valley\, California \n(510) 581-8950\ncvresurrection.com or greekfestival.me \nHours: Friday: 5 – 9 p.m.\, Saturday: 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.\, Sunday: Noon – 7 p.m. \nCost: Free Admission\, Free Parking \nDescription: Fun and free\, the Greek Festival Castro Valley offers the excitement and cuisine of Greece at Church of the Resurrection annual Greek Festival. Shop at the expanded Agora\, eat\, enjoy Greek Folk dancing and spend time quenching your thirst at the Taverna serving Greek beer\, wine and many specialty drinks. Come experience the sights\, music\, and the Flavors of Greece at the Church of the Resurrection grounds which are transformed into a mini-Greek town! You can shop at the expanded “Agora” (Market place)\, eat delicious and authentic food of the Mediterranean\, partake in lively Greek Folk dancing and spend time quenching your thirst at the Taverna (bar) featuring Greek beer\, wine and many specialty drinks. Or have coffee at the Kafenion (coffee house) while you snack on the savories or delicious Greek pastries! Then learn to dance with Free Greek Dance lessons to the beat of live Greek music. Enjoy Free Greek dance performances by award winning dance groups and shout “Opa!” to delightful table dancers! Fun and affordable the Greek Festival Castro Valley offers the opportunity to delight in the charm\, excitement and cuisine of Greece. With Free Parking and Free Admission you don’t want to miss visiting this event!
URL:https://helleniclaw.org/event/castro-valley-greek-festival-castro-valley/
LOCATION:20104 Center St. Castro Valley\, California
CATEGORIES:Member Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230726T213000
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CREATED:20230216T054456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230216T055219Z
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SUMMARY:MLB Greek Heritage Night - Giants vs A's
DESCRIPTION:GREEK HERITAGE NIGHT – Greek Heritage Lou Seal Bobblehead\n\n\nWednesday\, July 26 \nDescription: OPA! The Giants are excited to invite all Bay Area Greek American residents to celebrate our annual Greek Heritage Night at Oracle Park. Your Special Event package includes a ticket to the second game of the Bay Bridge Series against the Oakland Athletics\, as well as a limited edition Greek Heritage Lou Seal Bobblehead. Help contribute to an atmosphere of Greek culture at the ballpark by showing off your Greek pride\, while enjoying our Greek Heritage Night entertainment. Partial proceeds benefit local Greek nonprofits. \nPurchase Includes: \n\nGame Ticket for Wednesday\, July 26 vs. the Oakland Athletics\nGreek Heritage Lou Seal Bobblehead\n\nRedemption Location: View Reserve Section 334. Redemption available through the 4th Inning. \n\n\n			\n				More Info & Buy Tickets
URL:https://helleniclaw.org/event/mlb-greek-heritage-night/
LOCATION:Oracle Park\, 24 Willie Mays Plaza\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Member Events,San Francisco,Trips
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ORGANIZER;CN="Peter Lagarias":MAILTO:pcl@franchiselawadvocates.com
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230716T200000
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SUMMARY:REDONDO BEACH: South Bay Greek Festival
DESCRIPTION:REDONDO BEACH: South Bay Greek Festival\n\n\n July 14-16\, 2023 \nLocation: 722 Knob Hill Ave.\nRedondo Beach\, CA \nfacebook.com/sbgreekfestival | stkatherinegoc.org | sbgreekfestival.com \nDescription: Admission is affordable and there’s lots of fun at this annual event in the South Bay. Presented by St. Katherine Greek Orthodox Church.
URL:https://helleniclaw.org/event/redondo-beach-south-bay-greek-festival/
LOCATION:722 Knob Hill Ave. Redondo Beach\, CA
CATEGORIES:Member Events
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230526T023439Z
UID:2862-1687496400-1687730400@helleniclaw.org
SUMMARY:AMARILLO: Ventura County Greek Festival / St. Demetrios Greek Festival
DESCRIPTION:AMARILLO: Ventura County Greek Festival / St. Demetrios Greek Festival\n\n\n June 23-25\, 2023 \nFestival Hours Friday 5 – 10 PM (4:30 Blessing of the Festival)\nSaturday 11 AM – 10 PM\nSunday 11 AM – 7 PM \nLocation: Freedom Park at Camarillo Airport.\nCamarillo Ca. 93010 \nvcgreekfestival.org \nHighlights: New Greek Wine Tasting\, expanded Kids Zone\, Greek music and dancing\, Greek foods and pastries and New After Hours Experience. Festival features performances from the St. Demetrios dance groups\, covering all ages–experience the spectacular dance group. Feel like dancing yourself? Join in on the spacious dance floor! They will teach you how!
URL:https://helleniclaw.org/event/amarillo-ventura-county-greek-festival-st-demetrios-greek-festival/
LOCATION:Camarillo Airport. Camarillo Ca. 93010
CATEGORIES:Member Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230616T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230618T200000
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CREATED:20230526T021253Z
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SUMMARY:IRVINE: St. Paul's Greek Festival June
DESCRIPTION:IRVINE: St. Paul’s Greek Festival\n\n\nJune 16-18\, 2023 \nLocation: 4949 Alton Parkway\nIrvine\, Ca. \n(949) 733-2366\n$\, stpaulsirvine.org | irvinegreekfest.com \nDescription: Fri. 5 – 10p.m. Sat. Noon – 10 p.m. Sunday Noon – 9 p.m.\nHighlights: Greek Food + Live Greek Band + Greek Folk Dancing Plaka (Greek Marketplace) + Church Tours and Kids Play Zone. A Taste of Greece 42nd Annual Greek Festival food menu includes Loukaniko (Greek sausage)\, Feta Cheese Fries\, Spanakopita\, Mousaka\, Grilled Lamb Chops\, Greek Salad\, Gyro Sandwich\, Baklava\, the Greek Wedding Cookie and Walnut Cake (Karithopita).
URL:https://helleniclaw.org/event/irvine-st-pauls-greek-festival-june/
LOCATION:4949 Alton Parkway Irvine\, Ca.
CATEGORIES:Member Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230611T170000
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SUMMARY:SAN DIEGO: Spyridon Greek Festival
DESCRIPTION:SAN DIEGO: Spyridon Greek Festival\n\n\nJune 10-11\, 2023 \nDescription: Friday 5-10p.m. Sat. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sunday 11 a.m.-8 p.m. St. Spyridon Greek Festival Cost: $tbd\nFree shuttle from SD Unified School District lot\, 4301 Campus Ave.\nDancing food\, church tours and fun. Opa! Beer Garden\, Oracle Wine Lounge and Kids Fun Zone \nhttps://www.sdgreekfestival.com/ \nLocation: Saint Spyridon Greek Orthodox Church\n3655 Park Blvd.\nSan Diego\, CA 92103
URL:https://helleniclaw.org/event/san-diego-spyridon-greek-festival/
CATEGORIES:Member Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230603T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230604T170000
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CREATED:20230526T012538Z
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SUMMARY:DOWNEY: St. George Greek Festival
DESCRIPTION:DOWNEY: St. George Greek Festival\n\n\nJune 3-4\, 2023 \nDescription: Dancing\, dining\, and supporting a great cause! What more can you ask for than life’s simple pleasures at St. George’s Greek Festival? Opa! \nhttps://www.facebook.com/DowneyGreekFest/ \nLocation: 10830 Downey Ave. Downey\, CA 90241
URL:https://helleniclaw.org/event/downey-st-george-greek-festival/
LOCATION:10830 Downey Ave. Downey\, CA 90241\, CA
CATEGORIES:Member Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230603T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230603T170000
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CREATED:20230526T015101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230526T015606Z
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SUMMARY:VALLEJO: Napa/Solano Greek Street Food Festival
DESCRIPTION:VALLEJO: Napa/Solano Greek Street Food Festival\n\n\nJune 3\, 2023 \nDescription: (also September 2\, 2023 for another Greek Street Food Fest – tentative date). These events were posted in Feb. news & events letter on facebook.com/stscah \nLocation: 1224 Alabama St. Vallejo\, CA 94590
URL:https://helleniclaw.org/event/vallejo-napa-solano-greek-street-food-festival/
LOCATION:1224 Alabama St. Vallejo\, CA 94590
CATEGORIES:Member Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230422
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230501
DTSTAMP:20260531T101710
CREATED:20230406T222857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230406T222905Z
UID:2782-1682121600-1682899199@helleniclaw.org
SUMMARY:San Francisco Greek Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:The San Francisco Greek Film Festival is dedicated to recognizing\, supporting\, and promoting the best film work by Greek and Cypriot filmmakers from around the world. With screenings of new\, innovative\, and highly acclaimed films and different events around the annual film festival week\, the SFGFF seeks to inspire\, engage\, and entertain its diverse audience.
URL:https://helleniclaw.org/event/san-francisco-greek-film-festival/
CATEGORIES:Community,Member Events,San Francisco
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230326T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230326T170000
DTSTAMP:20260531T101710
CREATED:20230306T213835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230306T214317Z
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SUMMARY:2023 Greek Independence Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://helleniclaw.org/event/2023-greek-independence-day-celebration/
LOCATION:Union Square\, San Francisco\, Union Square\, San Francisco\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Member Events,San Francisco
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230112T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230112T180000
DTSTAMP:20260531T101710
CREATED:20221201T040921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230113T003404Z
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SUMMARY:MCLE - Impaired Colleague? Addressing Attorney Competency\, the Warning Signs\, and Getting Help
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for the first MCLE event of the 2023 calendar. \nAttorney Competency & Impaired Colleagues: The Warning Signs and Where to Go for Help\nThis program will provide information on: \n\nIdentifying and detecting substance use and mental health issues among attorneys;\nAn attorney’s duties regarding an impaired colleague;\nHow to discuss possible impairment issues with a colleague;\nDeveloping a self-care plan and wellness strategies; and\nKnowing where to find help\, including the Lawyer Assistance Program (LAP) and other resources.\n\nWe urge all our members to join this important discussion.\n\nSpeaker: Lita Abella\, Lita is a Senior Program Analyst at the State Bar of California\, where she conducts outreach and is an MCLE presenter for the Lawyer Assistance Program (LAP). LAP assists law students\, bar exam applicants\, and attorneys with substance use and mental health issues.\nDate: Thursday\, January 12th\, 2023\nTime: 5:00 – 6:00 p.m.\n\nThe HLS will apply for 1 unit of MCLE credit in California for this presentation\n\nReading Material for the Session\n      \n\nAbout the Speaker\nLita Abella is a native of Southern California. Lita earned a Juris Doctor from Western State  University College of Law in Orange County in 2004. While in law school\, Lita was a law clerk for the Riverside District Attorney’s Office\, the Office of the Attorney General\, and a certified mediator for the Superior Court of Orange County.  \nLita is a Senior Program Analyst at the State Bar of California\, where she conducts outreach and is an MCLE presenter for the Lawyer Assistance Program (LAP). LAP assists law students\, bar exam applicants\, and attorneys with substance use and mental health issues.   \nPrior to that\, Lita worked as an investigator in the Office of Chief Trial Counsel where she investigated and assisted in the prosecution of attorneys for misconduct. She has been with the  State Bar for 10 years.  \nBeginning in 1980\, Lita served with the Los Angeles Police Department for 20 years\, breaking many glass ceilings as a female and minority. She worked various assignments including but not limited to patrol\, Internal Affairs\, narcotics\, and vice. She was a court-qualified narcotics expert during her years in law enforcement and attained the rank of lieutenant.  \nLita was a fitness instructor for 20 years and is currently a health and wellness consultant. She is nationally certified by the Athletic and Fitness Association of America. She is also a business owner for the past 23 years.   \nLita has served on many boards and committees within many organizations and entities. For the past seven years\, she has been a Library Commissioner with the City of Azusa. She is a proud  mom of a newly licensed attorney!
URL:https://helleniclaw.org/event/mcle-attorney-substance-abuse-support/
LOCATION:via Zoom
CATEGORIES:MCLE,Member Events,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221204T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221204T190000
DTSTAMP:20260531T101710
CREATED:20221109T060813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221109T062022Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Holiday Party in San Francisco
DESCRIPTION:We look forward to celebrating with mezes\, Greek wines and good company. \nPlease join us for a celebration at the Hellenic Law Society 2023 Annual Meeting. \n\nWhen: Sunday\, December 4th\, 2022 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.\nWhere: Unwine’d in West Portal\, 9 W Portal Ave\, San Francisco\, CA 94127\nWho: Open to all active members of the Hellenic Law Society\nCost: $80 per person covers food\, beverages\, and event space\n\n  \nRSVP is required\, please purchase tickets from the link below. \nhttps://helleniclaw.org/product/2023-annual-meeting-rsvp-unwined/ \n 
URL:https://helleniclaw.org/event/annual-holiday-party-in-san-francisco/
LOCATION:Unwine’d – 9 W Portal Ave\, San Francisco\, CA 94127\, 9 W Portal Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94127\, United States
CATEGORIES:Member Events,San Francisco
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221007
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221009
DTSTAMP:20260531T101710
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SUMMARY:Orthodox Christian Attorney Network National Conference
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to the fifth national gathering of Orthodox Christian attorneys! This event is a chance for fellow Eastern Orthodox attorneys and law students to build relationships across jurisdictions and learn to serve our Lord together through the legal profession. This event is held in conjunction with the Christian Legal Society (CLS) National Conference. Participants are welcome to come for the OCAN event only or for the entire CLS conference. \nThe 2022 OCAN conference will be held at the VEA Newport Beach (a Marriott hotel) in Newport Beach\, CA on October 7-8\, 2022. Book your hotel rooms ASAP! The CLS guaranteed rooms are quickly running out and the discounted group rate ends Sept.13th. Book your hotel room at the VEA Newport News (Marriott) at this CLS group rate portal. \n \n(To register for the OCAN conference only\, choose “Partner Events\,” click on “Register” at the bottom of the page. After completing the first registration page\, select “A la Carte/Pre-con & Optional Events\,” then click “Next.” Scroll down to “Orthodox Christian Attorney Network Meeting\,” click “Select\,” then “Next.” Follow the remaining instructions.) \nThe OCAN registration fee is $150.00. Scholarship funds available for law students\, nonprofit/public interest attorneys\, and other attorneys with financial need. Click here for the scholarship application form. Application deadline is September 9th. \nQuestions? Email us at: info@orthodoxattorneys.org \n \nOCAN Conference Schedule (subject to change) \n\nFriday\, October 7th \n     7:00pm   Dinner (optional\, off-site) \nSaturday\, October 8th \n     8:00am   Sign-in & Breakfast Buffet \n     8:45am   Welcome\, Prayer\, and Introductory Remarks \n     9:15am   Roundtable Discussion: How does our Orthodox faith impact\nthe practice of law? \n     10:15am Session #1 Keynote Address: Orthodoxy and Originalism — A Judge’s\nPersonal Reflections on Religion and Law\n– Judge Gregory Katsas \n     12:00pm  Lunch \n     1:30pm    Session #2: Parish Legal Checkup Considerations – Important legal\nissues every parish should be aware of (1 hour CLE credit)\n– Joan Berg and Jesse Roberts \n     3:15pm    Session #3: Orthodox Attorneys In Philanthropy – How lawyers can serve\nOrthodox ministries as founders\, legal counsel\, board members\, staff\,\nvolunteers\, and donors\n– Charles Ajalat\, Jasmina Boulanger\, Melissa Kean \n     4:45pm   Assembly of Bishops Legal Affairs Committee Update \n     5:15pm   Closing Remarks \n     7:00pm   Dinner (optional\, off-site) \nKeynote speaker  \nThe Honorable Gregory Katsas\, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit \n“Orthodoxy and Originalism:\nA Judge’s Personal Reflections on Religion and Law” \n \nJudge Katsas was appointed to the D.C. Circuit in December 2017. He graduated from Princeton University and Harvard Law School\, where he was an executive editor on the Harvard Law Review. Between 1989 and 1992\, he served as a law clerk to Judge Edward Becker on the Third Circuit\, to then-Judge Clarence Thomas on the D.C. Circuit\, and to Justice Thomas on the Supreme Court. Between 1992 and 2001\, he was an associate and then partner in the Washington office of Jones Day\, where he specialized in appellate and complex civil litigation. Between 2001 and 2009\, he served in many senior positions in the Department of Justice\, including as Assistant Attorney General for the Civil Division and as Acting Associate Attorney General. In 2009\, he returned to Jones Day. From January to December 2017\, he served as Deputy Assistant to the President and Deputy Counsel to the President. \nOther speakers​ \nParish Legal Checkup Considerations \nJoan T. Berg is a Partner at the law firm of Schoenberg Finkel Beederman Bell Glazer LLC in Chicago\, IL. Joan’s corporate and commercial real estate experience spans construction\, development\, land use\, acquisition\, disposition\, lending and leasing. She works with her clients’ financial and investment goals in connection with transaction matters. Joan provides general corporate representation for her clients. She is counsel for her real estate developer and investor clients\, as well as small and mid-sized businesses. In addition\, Joan provides counsel to various non-profit and religious organizations. Joan provides counsel to a Christian denomination in the administration of its seminary. Joan is Co-Legal Advisor for the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Chicago\, a six-state region of the Greek Orthodox Church. In addition\, she is a member of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America Legal Committee. Joan is a member of the Orthodox Christian Attorney Network Steering Committee. \nJesse Roberts is an Associate at the law firm of Wagen maker & Oberly in Chicago\, IL. Jesse assists nonprofits with entity formation\, ongoing corporate and tax issues\, regulated political activity for nonprofits\, and data privacy concerns. Previously Jesse served as in-house Counsel to a committee within the U.S. House of Representatives where he advised members of Congress and their staffs on their legal and ethical requirements\, in drafting numerous pieces of legislation\, and in leading congressional oversight efforts over U.S. federal agencies. He has also spoken at multiple national legal conferences on lobbying and campaign finance matters. Jesse serves his local parish\, Ascension of our Lord Greek Orthodox Church in Lincolnshire\, IL in several capacities\, including as a board member of its Koinonia Men’s Ministry. \nOrthodox Attorneys In Philanthropy \nCharles Ajalat is a philanthropist and founder of multiple Orthodox non-profits. He initiated through the Orthodox Vision Foundation the first National Orthodox Advanced Leadership Conference in 2017 held at St. Vladimir’s Seminary. Charles was a former chancellor for the Antiochian Archdiocese and member of the Order of St. Ignatius.  He was a co-founder of the International Orthodox Christian Charities (IOCC) and helped to form the Fellowship of Orthodox Christians United to Serve (FOCUS). \nJasmina T. Boulanger is the Chair of International Orthodox Christian Charities. She has practiced corporate and tax law in the US and Europe and has held senior executive and leadership positions at a variety of public companies\, including Unocal\, Valeant\, and Conexant Systems. She has also served the nonprofit community as vice Chair of the City of Pasadena Planning Commission\, Trustee of Assumption University\, and President of the Serbian Unity Congress. In addition\, she has served as Vice President of the Western Diocese of the Serbian Orthodox Church. In 2017 the Serbian Orthodox Patriarchate awarded her the Order of St. Sava (2nd class). A graduate of the University of Wisconsin\, Boulanger completed her BA in economics at age 17 and went on to earn advanced degrees in economics (MS) and law (JD). \nMelissa Kean\, PhD is a board member and Secretary of the Saint Constantine School in Houston\, Texas. She is a member of St. Joseph Orthodox Church in Houston\, Texas. During her time as the Historian of Rice University\, she was named one of “Houston’s 41 Most Fascinating People” by the Houston Chronicle. Dr. Kean holds a BA from Iowa State\, a Master’s degree from Creighton University\, another Master’s degree from Rice University\, and a PhD from Rice University. In addition to four history degrees\, she also earned a JD from the University of Iowa. Dr. Kean’s leadership experience extends from her work with a private religious school for children to her service on a university board.
URL:https://helleniclaw.org/event/2022-ocan-conference/
LOCATION:VEA Newport Beach\, 900 Newport Center Dr\,\, Newport Beach\, CA\, 92660\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Los Angeles,Member Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220917
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220919
DTSTAMP:20260531T101710
CREATED:20220915T204749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220915T204749Z
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SUMMARY:San Francisco Greek Festival
DESCRIPTION:A table of us will meet there September 17\, 2022 at 5:00 p.m. \nSan Francisco’s original Greek Festival\, “A Taste of Greece”\, returns for its 70th year with aromas of fresh made Spanakopita\, Moussaka\, Gyros and other Greek specialties filling the vibrant Mission district. Enjoy live Greek music and dancing\, delectable Greek treats\, wine tasting\, shopping\, and a kids zone. The Annunciation serves as the Cathedral Church for the Metropolis of San Francisco. A new Cathedral is under construction however\, we’re open and ready for this year’s Festival. The event is easily accessible via public transportation and parking is available. Admission is free! We hope to see you to celebrate Greek culture at San Francisco’s original Greek festival. \nFestival Hours \nSat\, Sept 17: 11am – 10pm \nSun\, Sept 18: 11am – 7:30pm
URL:https://helleniclaw.org/event/san-francisco-greek-festival/
LOCATION:San Francisco Annunciation Cathedral\, Annunciation Cathedral 245 Valencia Street\,\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Member Events,San Francisco
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220909
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220912
DTSTAMP:20260531T101710
CREATED:20220915T213836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220915T213836Z
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SUMMARY:63rd Annual Greek festival at St.Basil in Stockton
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://helleniclaw.org/event/63rd-annual-greek-festival-at-st-basil-in-stockton/
CATEGORIES:Community,Member Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220904T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220904T210000
DTSTAMP:20260531T101710
CREATED:20220811T230143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220811T230143Z
UID:2466-1662310800-1662325200@helleniclaw.org
SUMMARY:Long Beach Greek Festival
DESCRIPTION:Members of the Hellenic Law Society are invited to gather on Sunday September 4\, 2022 at 5:00 p.m. at the Long Beach Greek Festival \nWe will meet strictly as a social in the indoor dining area to break bread and greet each other. \nThe Festival is at the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Greek Orthodox Church located at 5761 E. Colorado near PCH in Long Beach. \n\nWhen: Sunday\, September 4\, 2022 at 5:00 p.m.\nWhere: 5761 E. Colorado\, Long Beach CA\nWho: Open to all members of the Hellenic Law Society\n\nParking near the church is usually difficult\, but there are free shuttle buses across PCH at the VA Hospital parking lot off N. Bellflower and Anaheim Road. \nR.S.V.P. below or contact Barbara Matty at 949-291-2987 or BMatty@cox.net with any questions. \nWe hope you can join us. \nPeter Lagarias
URL:https://helleniclaw.org/event/long-beach-greek-festival/
CATEGORIES:Community,Los Angeles,Member Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220827T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220827T160000
DTSTAMP:20260531T101710
CREATED:20220805T042523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220805T042523Z
UID:2456-1661605200-1661616000@helleniclaw.org
SUMMARY:A Celebration of Harrison J. Sheppard
DESCRIPTION:A Celebration of Harrison J. Sheppard\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGreetings to all\, \nPlease join us to Celebrate the Life of one of our founding board members\, a dedicated philhellene\, a sage attorney\, and a beloved friend. \n\nWhen: Saturday\, August 27\, 2022 – 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.\nWhere: The Spanish Ambassador’s Residence\, 1629 Fifth Avenue\, San Rafael California 94901\nWho: Open to all members of the Hellenic Law Society\n\nR.S.V.P. and questions to Peter Lagarias at\npcl@franchiselawadvocates.com or 415-460-0100\, ext. 1 \nWe hope you can join us. \nPeter Lagarias
URL:https://helleniclaw.org/event/a-celebration-of-harrison-j-sheppard/
LOCATION:The Spanish Ambassador’s Residence\, 1629 Fifth Avenue\, San Rafael California 94901\, \, 1629 Fifth Avenue\,\, San Rafael\, CA\, 94901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Member Events,San Francisco
ORGANIZER;CN="Peter Lagarias":MAILTO:pcl@franchiselawadvocates.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220428T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220428T180000
DTSTAMP:20260531T101710
CREATED:20220304T023850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220317T204225Z
UID:1959-1651165200-1651168800@helleniclaw.org
SUMMARY:The Formation of Corporations and Pass-Through Entities\, For Profit and Non-Profit Entities
DESCRIPTION:Topic: The Formation of Corporations and Pass-Through Entities\, For Profit and Non-Profit Entities\nSpeakers:Jim Fotenos\, Esq. (For-Profit Entities)Peter Bagatelos\, Esq. (Non-Profit Entities)\n\nDATE: Thursday April 28\, 2022\nTIME: 5:00 PM PST\nPLACE: A Zoom Presentation\nPRICE: Free to HLS Members\, $25 for non-members\n\n \nThe Hellenic Law Society is an accredited provider of MCLE with the State Bar of California and the above talk will be applied for one hour of MCLE credit.
URL:https://helleniclaw.org/event/formation-of-corporations-and-llcs-for-california-practitioners/
LOCATION:via Zoom
CATEGORIES:MCLE,Member Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Peter Lagarias":MAILTO:pcl@franchiselawadvocates.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220407T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220407T163000
DTSTAMP:20260531T101710
CREATED:20220404T170723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220404T170723Z
UID:2253-1649334600-1649349000@helleniclaw.org
SUMMARY:Hellenic Law Society Lunch @ Kokkari
DESCRIPTION:Greetings to all\, \nOur Past President George Benetatos has arranged a social luncheon for us at Kokkari Estiatorio in San Francisco. \nSeating for the luncheon will occur on Thursday\, April 7 at 2:00 PM\, but members of HLS are welcome and encouraged to meet at the bar starting at 12:30 PM. \nThe event is initially limited to the first twelve to reserve attendance\, but we can ask for additional attendees. You are responsible for paying your own orders. \nTo reserve for the luncheon (which is required)\, please confirm with George via phone or email. \n\n(415) 203-2296\nbenetatoslaw@gmail.com\n\nWe hope you can join us.
URL:https://helleniclaw.org/event/hellenic-law-society-lunch-kokkari/
LOCATION:Kokkari Estiatorio\, 200 Jackson Street\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Member Events,San Francisco
ORGANIZER;CN="George Benetatos":MAILTO:benetatoslaw@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220211T195210
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220211T195210
DTSTAMP:20260531T101710
CREATED:20220212T033650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220212T035210Z
UID:1296-1644609130-1644609130@helleniclaw.org
SUMMARY:2022 Athenian Award Dinner (TBD)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://helleniclaw.org/event/athenian-award-dinner-tbd/
CATEGORIES:Member Events,San Francisco
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