November 15! International Holiday Bazaar

Saturday, November 15 :: Holiday Baked Goods Bazaar

12:00pm - 4:00pm ((Free & Open to the Public))

St. Elpis Ladies Auxiliary joins organizations from across Hopewell to bring you
a special event showcasing traditional baked goods from around the world,
lovingly prepared here in the Tri-Cities!

Take home all your holiday favorites -- Greek pastries, Columbian breads, American Christmas cookies, Eastern European delights and more!
Snack on hot loukoumades & enjoy hot coffee or cocoa while you shop.
Special door prizes & giveaways.

Pre-Order your Greek holiday favorites, too! (See Below)

GREEK PASTRIES FEATURING

Loukoumades (Honey Puffs with Cinnamon or Nutella)

Bougatsa (Handheld Galaktoboureko Custard Pie with Powdered Sugar)

Baklava Slices (Layered Dessert with Phyllo, Walnuts & Honey)

Kourambiedes (Powdered Sugar Shortbreads)

Koulourakia (Spiced Butter Twist Cookie)

Karidopita (Syruped Walnut Cake)

Plus Assorted Cookie Boxes (Small & Medium)

 

GREEK HOLIDAY PARTY PRE-ORDERS
Orders Close November 3

Half Pans $45, Whole Pans $90

Pastitsio
Moussaka
Dolmades 
Greek Green Beans
Baklava 
Galaktoboureko
Greek Cookies Large Assorted Trays (All your favorites)
Spanakopita (One size)
Tiropita (One size)
Bougatsa (One size)

Call 804.452.7757 to place an order.

 

 

OTHER HOLIDAY EVENTS

Sunday, October 26 :: Lecture
"The History of Oxi Day"

Noon - The Blue Room
Paschalis Michalakopoulos will give a lecture on the history of Oxi Day, the fight against Nazi Germany and Fascist Italy during WWII in Greece. 
Pavlos Michaels will present a short film provided by the Greek Ministry of Culture.

 

Sunday, November 9 :: Saint Elpis Thanksgiving Luncheon

Noon - The Blue Room
Join us for our annual Thanksgiving Luncheon, prepared by the Ladies Auxiliary and featuring turkey, stuffing, green beans, sweet potatoes, homemade cranberry sauce, and rolls. Suggested Donation: $17 Adults, $8 Children 12 & Under, Free for Children 5 & Under.

 

Sunday, November 9 :: Christmas Card & Holiday Floral Arrangement Donations

Ongoing - Pangari
Stop by the Pangari to add your family's name to the 2025 St. Elpis Christmas Card ($20) or purchase a Poinsettia for the Solea ($20). Deadline to be included in the card is November 9.

Ongoing through November 15 :: Baking Schedule

Every Monday & Tuesday at 10:00am - AHEPA Hall
Join us as we bake in preparation for the holidays and the International Holiday Bazaar on November 15.

Wednesday, December 10 :: Ladies Auxiliary Christmas Dinner & Gift Exchange

6:00pm - Luca Italian Restaurant
The Ladies Auxiliary invites all members, past & present, to join them at their annual Christmas Dinner & Gift Exchange (optional). RSVP by 12/1.

 

SPECIAL PARISH EVENTS

Sunday, December 7 :: Parish General Assembly Meeting

Noon - The Blue Room
Regularly scheduled General Assembly meeting, following Fellowship Coffee hour. All parish members are welcome. To vote on business presented, you must be in good standing.