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Pancretan Pancretan Association of America

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The PANCRETAN ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA (PAA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to the cultivation and preservation of the rich cultural heritage of Crete and the empowerment of its members to become effective and responsible citizens. Through its diverse programs, PAA reaches out to Cretans of all ages in the United States and Canada making a positive difference in the lives of individual membe

rs, supporting the chapters of which they are a part and educating the public about the history and culture of Crete. For over 95 years PAA has been a cornerstone of the Greek-American community, fostering philanthropy, educational programs, scholarships and cultural events.

Staten Island, NY picnic!
05/30/2026

Staten Island, NY picnic!

05/29/2026

🏆 Crete Is the World's Best Place to Eat Right Now
Tastes and Traditions Explored
National Geographic has crowned Crete the top spot on its list of the 15 Best Places in the World for Food (https://r.social.thenationalherald.com/mk/cl/f/sh/7nVU1aA2ng7ggQ99uXIrdgP4Pb6MTMR/vABcVoCbgGu9), citing the island's fresh European Region of Gastronomy distinction. Long credited as the blueprint for the Mediterranean Diet, Crete backs it up with some 40 million olive trees, thyme honey, nutty graviera, fiery raki, and tavernas where lamb still cooks slowly over open flame.

05/28/2026

We are thrilled to announce that our talented dance group from the Cretan Brotherhood family of New York will be performing at the annual Three Hierarchs Festival this coming Friday, May 29! Our youth have been working incredibly hard to perfect their steps, and we could not be prouder to see them represent our rich Cretan heritage. We warmly encourage all of our members, family, and friends to come out, cheer them on, and show our strong community support.

Looking ahead, we are also excited to host our End of Year BBQ on Friday, June 12! Mark your calendars for an evening filled with great food, wonderful company, and plenty of Cretan cheer as we celebrate the conclusion of a fantastic year together. We truly hope to see everyone at both of these wonderful events!

Με μεγάλη χαρά σας ανακοινώνουμε ότι το ταλαντούχο χορευτικό συγκρότημα της οικογένειας της Κρητικής Αδελφότητας Νέας Υόρκης θα εμφανιστεί στο ετήσιο Φεστιβάλ των Τριών Ιεραρχών αυτό το Παρασκευή, 29 Μαΐου! Τα παιδιά μας έχουν δουλέψει εξαιρετικά σκληρά για να τελειοποιήσουν τα βήματά τους και είμαστε απίστευτα υπερήφανοι που τα βλέπουμε να εκπροσωπούν την πλούσια κρητική μας κληρονομιά. Ενθαρρύνουμε θερμά όλα τα μέλη, τις οικογένειες και τους φίλους μας να έρθουν, να τα χειροκροτήσουν και να δείξουν τη δυναμική στήριξη της κοινότητάς μας.

Κοιτάζοντας μπροστά, είμαστε επίσης στην ευχάριστη θέση να σας προσκαλέσουμε στο μπάρμπεκιου (BBQ) για το κλείσιμο της χρονιάς, το οποίο θα πραγματοποιηθεί την Παρασκευή 12 Ιουνίου! Σημειώστε την ημερομηνία στο ημερολόγιό σας για μια βραδιά γεμάτη καλό φαγητό, υπέροχη παρέα και άφθονο κρητικό κέφι, καθώς γιορτάζουμε μαζί την ολοκλήρωση μιας φανταστικής χρονιάς. Ελπίζουμε ολόψυχα να σας δούμε όλους και στις δύο αυτές όμορφες εκδηλώσεις!

Honoring and remembering this Memorial Day from all of us at the PAA/PYA 🇺🇸
05/25/2026

Honoring and remembering this Memorial Day from all of us at the PAA/PYA 🇺🇸

The Detroit Cretans are in Toronto for their annual dinner dance! Joining the Detroit youth and adult members are PAA G...
05/24/2026

The Detroit Cretans are in Toronto for their annual dinner dance! Joining the Detroit youth and adult members are PAA General Supervisor Dimitra Vlachou Lintzeris, PAA District 4 Governor Irene Kiousis and PAA Canadian Liaison co chair John Marakis. Also joining in the celebration are former PAA Cultural Chair Bobby Markakis and former PYA President Christos Markakis. When it comes to Cretans getting together to celebrate our culture there are no borders! Congratulations to the Toronto Cretans for a very successful event! Hope to see you all in Anaheim next summer for our national convention!!!

Astoria, NY this one is for you!
05/23/2026

Astoria, NY this one is for you!

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