Riverside Greek Festival ~ 2014, Karagouna!!!

The "Karagouna" is one of the most widely known folk dances of Greece, it is part of the basic repertoire of most amateur dance troupes in Greece and of many folk dance clubs throughout the world. The name "Karagouna" is the feminine form of an ethnic appellation for the Greek peasant population of the western Thessalian plain centered around the town of Kardhitsa.

Saint Andrew Orthodox Christian Church sponsored their 2nd Annual Riverside Greek Festival on October 3, 4 & 5, 2014 in Riverside, California. Live Greek entertainment was provided by Synthesi with Special guest joining the Greek band was the incredible (Aπίστευτο) and Superb Violinist, Yervand Kalajian; the event offered Authentic and Delicious Greek food and pastries, a spirits booth, there were a variety of vendors selling wooden carvings, honey, cutlery, Russian nesting dolls, jewelry and hats, as well as children’s novelty items, also a church bookstore was available. There were kids’ games, church tours, Greek dancing lessons, traditional folk dance group performances by Paralia, art and cultural exhibits which showcased Greek culture and the church’s history. The festival offered something of interest for people of all ages. A well-organized event and an Awesome Greek Festival!!! Video captured on Saturday, October 4, 2014 in HD.