Pontian genocide memorial events
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CORFU. See the programme of events.
Corfu Efxeinos Pontian Club is organising remembrance events for the genocide of the Pontian Greeks.
May 9 at 19:00
Lecture and discussion on the topic: “The Traditional Costumes of the Greeks of Pontus” with Pontian Greek researcher Maria Diamantidou.
May 19 at 11:00
Voluntary blood donation drive: “We donate blood for the blood that was lost” on G. Theotoki pedestrian street (Mobile Unit of the Corfu General Hospital), in cooperation with the Hellenic Red Cross – Corfu Regional Department.
May 19 at 19:00
Torchlight procession and illumination of the Old Town Hall.
May 24 at 10:30
Memorial prayer service and wreath-laying ceremony at the Fallen Heroes Memorial (Old Port).
May 27 at 19:00
Traditional “Flavours and Aromas” event at the club premises, with the participation of the cultural associations:
- Laodamas Cultural, Artistic and Sports Association
- Epirote Association of Corfu
ELENI KORONAKI
