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Tarpon Springs, Florida and Hydra, Greece Now Sister Cities
The municipalities of Hydra, Greece and Tarpon Springs, Florida signed a sister city agreement in Hydra on Saturday as a way to mark their historic connections and foster the growth of cultural and economic development between the two. The agreement...
Greek church
The Miraculous Story of St. Michael’s Shrine in Tarpon Springs
Saint Michael's Shrine, at 113 Hope St. in Tarpon Springs, Florida, is a place where faithful have reported miracles taking place for decades now. It was built more than 80 years ago to fulfil the promise an ill 11-year-old...
Diaspora
Tarpon Springs Lights Landmark for Greek War of Independence
Tarpon Springs, Florida will light up the facade of its Cultural Center this week to commemorate the Greek War of Independence.
Greek Food
Tarpon Distillery: The Iconic Greek Town in Florida Has Its Own Ouzo!
The iconic Greek-American town of Tarpon Springs, Florida, now distills its very own Ouzo, named "Papous Ouzo."
Greece
The Greek Sponge Diver Who Became a Statue on Kalymnos
Captain Antonis Kampourakis has been diving into the depths of the Aegean sea, scouring the seafloor for precious sponges, for 50 years.
Diaspora
Tarpon Springs Celebrates Epiphany Amid Pandemic Restrictions
The Epiphany celebration marking the baptism of Jesus Christ in the Jordan River went on as usual in Tarpon Springs, Florida, despite the many restrictions limiting the number of people watching and taking part. Colten Sakadales, a 16-year-old who is a...
Greek church
Tarpon Springs Epiphany Celebrations Scaled Down Due to Pandemic
The famous Epiphany celebrations in Tarpon Springs, Florida will look a little different this year due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Culture
Greece Celebrates Epiphany Under Covid Restrictions
Many Greeks participate in the Epiphany traditions that are observed in the country, making it one of the most special holidays in Greece.