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15 THE SHEPHERD • MARCH 2025 • SAINT SPYRIDON GREEK ORTHODOX CHURCH OF SAN DIEGO The Young at Heart Seniors will meet for our lunch/program Tuesday, March 11th . Following lunch we’ll have a bouzouki concert by Costas Kotinopoulos . If you’re interested in attending, please contact Cynthia Samarkos (619-582-4109) by Sun- day, March 9th. We had a wonderful gathering last month with a delicious spaghet- ti feast and thank Philoptochos for their sponsorship. Thank you also to the kitchen crew who prepared and served lunch and to our mem- bers who brought yummy desserts to share! Our deep appreciation to Dr. Nick Mellos , who took time from his busy schedule to tell an attentive au- dience the many ways how to main- tain good mental health and emo- tional well-being during the golden years. Young at Heart strives to keep our senior church members engaged in social interaction with our month- ly church meetings and occasion- al field trips. We hope to continue presenting relevant, interesting and enjoyable programs. If you would like to sponsor one of our luncheons please let Nick Pappas know. Lastly, if you’re not a member yet but would like to join, we welcome you to come to our next meeting. Annual dues are $20 and can be paid when you check in. YOUNG AT HEART SENIORS 909 Prospect Avenue 858.35 2.6588 spiroscuisine.com Now open in the heart of La Jolla! Extensive Greek & mediterranean menu Delicious Greek desserts Fine wines, local & imported draft beer Patio for outdoor seating A fulfilling dining experience Open for lunch & dinner, 11AM to 9PM Catering for all events, big & small Online order & delivery available AT THE CORONADO FERRY LANDING 619.435.1225 WWW.SPIROSCAFE.COM Best Greek food in the region Draft beer varieties Imported & domestic wine Spacious indoor/outdoor seating Panoramic views of S.D. Bay Catering Available Sponsored Announcement Sunday, March 9 , After Church . Pastitsio prep Monday, March 10 , 9am. Pastitsio assembly Sunday, April 27 , After Church. Dolmáthes prep Monday, April 28 , 9am. Dolmáthes assembly Sunday, May 4 , After Church. Galaktoboúreko prep Monday, May 5 , 9am. Galaktoboúreko assembly Monday, May 19 , 9am. Koulourákia & Paximáthia Tuesday, May 27 , 9am . Kourambiéthes & Melomakárona Monday, June 2 , 9am . Baklavá Date to be determined. . . . . . . . . . . . . Packaging & setup Any amount of time you can contribute is appreciated! Co-Chairpersons: Vicky Mellos 858-229-1254 • Jenny Capetanakis 619-395-3315 • Niki Dougenis 858-518-8096 2025 Cooking & Baking Schedule Greek Festi v aL