With the 38th Annual Valley Greek Festival going on this last Memorial Day weekend, I couldn't pass on an opportunity to emerse myself in the Greek culture and possibly get a chance to shout 'Opa".
The saying of never judge a book by it's cover definately falls true for the Saint Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church where the festival was being held. The church is on the corner of a busy intersection and set ontop of a hill only giving the view of the plain white plaster church dome with a cross on each side but once inside I was struck by the beautiful stained glass and murals inside.
I tried walking around the outside grounds of the festival with Little Buckaroo and quickly pushed my way through the crowds, passing by booths filled with Greek art, clothing and jewerly. I realized it was just too crowded to allow Little Buckaroo to walk around.
I found a spot to stand where we would have a view of the dance floor knowing that the dancers were about to perform.While wiating for the performance we were entertained by folks circle dancing.
Before leaving I wanted to try a few snacks from a few of the many food booths, most had a line that was just too long for me but I managed to find a short line for the Calamari (a Greek seafood delicacy) and Baklava and Kataifi (sweet pasteries). We found a quite spot away from the festival too enjoy our srumptious snacks.
Everyone at the festival seemed to really be enjoying themselves but a bit hard to move around, especially if you have little ones. Those there didn't seem to mind the crowds and long food lines. So, if you plan on going next year make sure to give yourself plenty of time to sit and enjoy the atmosphere because it was definately one of festing, drinking, talking and dancing.
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