Order of AHEPA 77th Annual District 20 Convention May 29 â€” June

Order of AHEPA 77th Annual District 20 Convention

May 29 — June 1, 2008

Ontario, California

Order of AHEPA Arrowhead Chapter #302

Daughters of Penelope Amphitrite Chapter #151

Host Chapters

Ontario DoubleTree Hotel 222 N. Vineyard Avenue

Ontario, CA 91764 (800) 222-8733 / doubletree1.hilton.com

The San Bernardino AHEPA Family

Welcomes You To The

77th Annual District 20 Convention

Aerial photograph looking northeast toward the San Bernardino mountains and basin.

San Bernardino, California

ORDER OF AHEPA El Camino Real District #20

77th Annual Convention, 2008 Hosted by Arrowhead Chapter #302 & Amphitrite Chapter #151

DoubleTree Hotel 222 N. Vineyard Ave., Ontario, California 91764

May 29th – June 1st, 2008 Dear Brothers and Sisters, Please join us in Ontario, California for the 77th Annual El Camino Real District 20 AHEPA Family Convention, which will be held from Thursday May 29, 2008, through Sunday June 1, 2008. The convention headquarters will be the Ontario’s Doubletree Hotel, which is conveniently located adjacent to the Ontario International Airport. If you fly into Ontario International Airport the hotel will provide a free shuttle service for guests. Call the hotel when you arrive. Use the Doubletree Hotel courtesy phone in the luggage area. While you are attending the convention, we invite you to enjoy everything that the Inland Empire has to offer, including shopping at the Ontario Mills and Victoria Gardens; and the mountain resorts of Lake Arrowhead and Big Bear. Desert communities, such as Palm Springs, and beaches are located near Ontario, as well as other well-known Southern California attractions such as Disneyland, California Adventure, Knott's Berry Farm, the Queen Mary, the Aquarium of the Pacific and Universal Studios. To make room reservations at the discounted convention rate of $119.00 per night plus tax contact the hotel directly at Doubletree Hotel national reservations 1-800-222-8733. You must make your reservations directly with the hotel by the cut off date of May 4, 2008, in order to be assured of the availability of the discounted rate. Be sure to ask for the discounted "AHEPA" rate. With this mailing please find enclosed, reservation forms for Delegates/Alternates and advertising contract for the convention souvenir Ad Album. We are asking you for your support of the album. It will be a memorable souvenir for you and your Chapter's archives for many years to come. Please make Xerox copies as needed and forward to your members and to your Delegates/Alternates, for it is important that all reservations are received by the deadlines mentioned. We look forward to your attendance and participation at the 77th Annual El Camino Real District 20 AHEPA Family Convention. You are certain to have a memorable and enjoyable weekend! Fraternally, George S. Dafnis Demetra Gallanes Convention Co-Chairman Convention Co-Chairman AHEPA Chapter #302 Daughters Chapter #151

Convention Committee

Arrowhead Chapter No. 302 — Amphitrite Chapter No. 151 San Bernardino, California

General Chairmen: Grand Banquet Chairmen: Registration Chairmen: Welcome/Hospitality Chairman: Scholarship Luncheon Chairman: Program Book Sales Chairman: Convention Treasurer / Transportation Chairman Greek Glendi Chairman Program Book Editor: Program Book Printing: Convention Committee Members:

George S. Dafnis, Demetra Gallanes Dr. Tony Theodorou George Theios, Demetra Gallanes Georgia Theodorou Dr. Tony Theodorou George Theios George Pallas John Stamos, Maria Stamos, Sophia Dafnis Dean S. Tripodes Queen Beach Printers, Inc. George S. Dafnis Demetra Gallanes George Theios Dr. Tony Theodorou Georgia Theodorou John Stamos Maria Stamos Sophia Dafnis George Pallas Athena Pallas Georgia Pallas Helen Alexandres George Alexandres Helen Baker Elias Poulopoulos Ann Marie Poulopoulos Mary Dattilo Nondas Dratsiotis Martha Dratsiotis Dimitri Dolios

Convention Program

Order of AHEPA—Daughters of Penelope

Thursday, May 29, 2008 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Registration - All Orders— Hospitality Room 1100 Friday, May 30, 2008 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Registration - All Orders……………………………….……………. 9:00 a.m. - 9.30 a.m. Opening Ceremonies - All Orders………………Lake Silverwood 9:45 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. Election of Convention Officers 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Business Sessions - All Orders Ahepans……………………………………………Lake Silverwood Daughters of Penelope……………………………...Hunters Peak Officers Reports & Appointment of Committees Noon - 1:30 p.m. Past District Governors Luncheon…………………………….TBA 2:30 p.m. - 4.30 p.m. Business Sessions - All Orders Ahepans……………………………………………Lake Silverwood Daughters of Penelope……………………………...Hunters Peak 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Cocktails / Reception……………………………..Lake Silverwood 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. GRAND BANQUET……………………………....Lake Silverwood Saturday, May 31, 2008 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Registration - All Orders…………………………………………….. 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. Scholarship Foundation Meeting…………………………..….TBA 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Joint Session …………………………………………Lake Gregory (Conference/Convention City, Scholarship) 10:45 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Business Sessions - All Orders Noon - 1:45 p.m. Scholarship Foundation Luncheon……………..Lake Silverwood 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Business Sessions - All Orders Ahepans……………………………………………....Lake Gregory Daughters of Penelope……………………………...Hunters Peak 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Senior Housing Tour…………………...trip to San Bernardino 6:00 p.m. - Vespers Metropolitan Gerasimos will lead service - Prophet Elias Church 7:00 p.m. GREEK GLENDI at Prophet Elias Church Sunday, June 1, 2008 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy at Prophet Elias Church Father Timothy Pavlatos 1035 Inland Center Dr San Bernardino, CA 92408 (909) 885-6213 www.saint-elias.org

AHEPA

The Officers and Members of the Arrowhead Chapter #302 Order of AHEPA

Extend to all Convention Participants a Warm Welcome

George Dafnis John Stamos Charles Anchales George S. Theios President Vice President Treasurer Secretary

AHEPA — a proud part of the Greek American success story!

Reaching out to a million Greek Americans!

Stephen Alexander, Ph.D George J. Alexandres * Anastasious G. Alexiou Dimitrios G. Alexiou Tom Anagnostopoulos Charles N. Anchales George Anchales Louis Andros Spiros Arapoglou James A. Baroudos Kenneth R. Barr George Boudouvas Charles J. Boutsikaris Bob N. Bozonelos Dino N. Bozonelos Nick Bozonelos Michael P. Brinton Jimmy Callas Nicholas Canellopoulos Alex Chronopoulos John Coulis Nicholas J. Coussoulis George S. Dafnis * Fred P. Dallas Chris Dallas Anastassios Daoussis John V. Dimitriadis Dimitrios A. Dolios

Nondas Dratsiotis Nikolaos Farantos Lukas Feles Tom Feles John H. Ferronato George M. Georgiou George D. Gizas Efthimios Glentis William J. Grammenos Paul S. Grutsis Demetrios Hadjiconstantis Christakis Havadjias Demetris Havadjias George Havadjias Makis A. Havadjias George Kalogirou Perry Karpouzis Bill Kazaltzes George Kritikos George Kyriakakos Thomas N. Litras Christo Lymperopoulos John Margaritis Steve Marutsos Dino S. Marutsos Mike C. Moulis Zacharias Nicolaides George Pallas

Stavros Peratsakis Elias P. Poulopoulos Nondas Rodolakis Perry Roumeliotis Chris Roumeliotis Kiriakos Sarikas John Selberis Dr. James P. Sellas Panaxiotis G. Skordi Dimitrios F. Skoulos James Skropos * Peter P. Smirniotakis John S. Stamos Thomas R. Stamos Elefterios Tahramanis George Tankalakis George S. Theios Anthony G. Theodorou Tom Trogadas Demetrios A. Vassilakos Angelo Vourakis Radsoslav M.Wojcik John K. Zararopoulos Gus Zararopoulos John Zavela

Proud sponsor of District 20’s first AHEPA Senior Housing Project!

* Denotes life member

Demetra Gallanes Georgia Theodorou Janet Ward Anna Coulosis President Vice President Treasurer Secretary

Daughters of Penelope Amphitrite Chapter No. 151 San Bernardino, California

The Officers and Members of the

Amphitrite Chapter #151 Daughters of Penelope

The Officers

The Members

Despina Anagnostopoulos Ekaterina Avramidis Helen Baker Yvonne Brinton Rallou Chronopoulos Anna Coulousi Arianthe Coussoulis Sofia Dafnis

Mary Dattilo Helen Demetrion Martha Dratsiotis Soula Farantos Mary Feles Demetra Gallanis * Helen Goritz Athena Pallas

Georgia Pallas Ann Marie Poulopoulos Georgia Selberis Sophie Sellas * Mary Stamos Georgia Theodorou Janet Ward

Proud Sponsors of the District #20 Guiding Eyes Program and Other Charities

* Denotes life member

AHEPA 302, Inc.

A California Nonprofit Corporation San Bernardino, California

Dr. Anthony Theodorou George Dafnis John Stamos George Alexandres George S. Theios President Vice President Treasurer Secretary Project Counsel

AHEPA 302 Inc. is working with the

AHEPA National Housing Corporation to provide affordable housing

for our seniors under a HUD 202 Grant.

Best wishes to all Officers, Past District Governors, Delegates, and all those attending the

77th Annual El Camino Real District #20 Convention in Ontario, California!

May 29, 2008 Saint Theodosia the Virgin Martyr

To the Participants of the 77th Annual District #20 Convention:

Christos Anesti!

It is my pleasure to welcome you all to the 77th Annual El Camino Real District #20 AHEPA Family Convention in Ontario, California. I am delighted that so many of you are attending this gathering to celebrate, preserve and promote our rich Hellenic culture.

For many years, AHEPA has been a guiding force encouraging philanthropy, civic involvement, and an unwavering commitment to the values of our Hellenic heritage. I commend your continued efforts in these areas, and I pray that the Lord will richly bless you as you strive to bring glory and honor to His name through your work.

I look forward to greeting you all personally during your Convention. Please know that you have my continued support and commitment, along with my gratitude for all you do to promote our ancestral values.

Praying that you will have a joyful and productive convention filled with God’s blessings, I remain,

With Love in our Risen Lord,

Metropolitan Gerasimos of San Francisco

Office of the Supreme President

May 2008 Dear AHEPA Family members, We are rapidly approaching the time when our districts gather throughout the AHEPA family domain to deliberate for the Good of the Order. On behalf of the Supreme Lodge, it has been a pleasure and honor to serve at this high level of administration and to represent our beloved Order across the globe. We trust everyone had a successful and a productive year of events. This year, my travels took me to numerous districts where I witnessed many worthy chapter and district projects that promoted the mission of AHEPA. The caravan which was designed to reach out contact as many chapters and members really worked! From senior housing dedications to the tens of thousands of dollars donated to charitable causes, I wish all of these projects continued success as they all help us promote our good name throughout the community. Without a doubt, our chapters and districts are the backbone of our great organization. The amount of time, energy, and resources dedicated by AHEPA Family members at the grassroots level never ceases to amaze me. We’ve seen AHEPA grow in many capacities during the past year. We’ve expanded with new chapters in our nation’s Heartland and overseas. We are working diligently to bring inactive members back into our fold. AHEPA continues to grow its relations with important entities such as the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America, the Embassies of Greece and Republic of Cyprus, and of course, with our own Government. This year we were immediately challenged with raising funds and awareness for the Greek Fires, which devastated parts of Greece. The AHEPA was first to respond. With the aid of our chapters and some motivated brothers, we sent 5 tons of goods to Greece and raised close to $300,000 in donations in 2 short months. Our total effort exceeded $500,000, a tremendous feat, and it is all because of you! The AHEPA family’s generosity toward medical research continues as our Cooley’s Anemia Foundation and Bone Marrow programs continue to raise funds for research and assist those in need of medical attention. The AHEPA National Housing Program and the Athletic programs also continue to thrive with Housing reaching over 77 projects in operation or in development, and Athletics proceeding with its large number of athletic tournaments. Our National Educational Foundation continues to provide deserving students with the financial assistance needed to pursue their academic dreams. In the last academic year, the Foundation awarded $101,500 in scholarships. All told, the AHEPA family unequivocally awards a half-million dollars to scholars at the chapter, district, and national levels annually. In conclusion, I wish you harmonious and productive deliberations in the spirit of Brotherhood and Sisterhood. I wish to thank everyone for their hospitality and to the courtesies extended to my family during my travels. I look forward to seeing everyone at our 86th Annual Supreme Convention in Athens, Greece July 1 – 11, 2008. Fraternally,

Ike Gulas Supreme President

Daughters of Penelope 1909 Q. Street, N.W. Suite 500, Washington, DC 20009

(202) 234-9741 – Fax: (202) 483-6983 – Email: [email protected]

May/June 2008 Dear AHEPA Family and Friends, On behalf of the Daughters of Penelope, it is my distinct pleasure to welcome you to the 77th Annual El Camino Real District #20 Convention. The San Bernardino, California AHEPA Family has worked diligently to plan a full and interesting agenda so that you may all enjoy the exchange of ideas at the meetings as well as the fellowship at the various social activities. The Daughters of Penelope have been busy this year, as well. We launched an extensive campaign to raise money for the victims of the devastating fires in Greece, and have, to date, raised over $28,000 in support of this worthy cause. This was truly an impressive outpouring of aid from across the country and we thank you all for your support. In March we celebrated the AHEPA Biennial Banquet and the Daughters of Penelope Salute to Women Reception in Washington, DC. We were pleased to welcome our honoree of this year’s Salute to Women, Erato Kozakou-Marcoullis, former Foreign Minister of the Republic of Cyprus. It was a pleasure for all of us to meet this warm, gracious, and truly dynamic woman. Our Salute to Women is one of the outstanding events that we sponsor, and brings honor and international recognition to the Daughters of Penelope as well as to our remarkable recipient. This year, we have chosen to strengthen our position on Civic Responsibility by working to spread the history and mission of our organization to the halls of Congress. To increase our congressional outreach, we held our first Capitol Hill Day this past March, in conjunction with the Biennial Banquet/Salute weekend. This gathering educated our members regarding current thought in Congress in areas of concern to us, and then empowered our members to carry the message of the Daughters of Penelope to the offices of their individual Representatives and Senators. . All of these above activities are in addition to our ongoing philanthropic projects: Penelope House, UM/Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, AHEPA Cooley’s Anemia and the AHEPA Bone Marrow Foundations, as well as our Daughters of Penelope Foundation, with its’ continuing strides toward excellence in education. These activities and worthy causes combine to form the Daughters of Penelope into the organization we are proud of and love. I wish you successful and meaningful deliberations leading to the strengthening and improvement of our beloved organization. In your hands, you hold the key to our continuing growth and prosperity. Your decisions today must direct us toward a strong and united future. I know that you will act wisely for the Good of the Order. With love and respect in ΘΠ, Karen Stamatiades Grand President Daughters of Penelope

ORDER OF

AHEPA Founded July 16, 1922

May 2, 2008

To the Officers and Delegates of the District #20 Convention Dear Brothers and Sisters: ΧΡΙΣΤΟΣ ΑΝΕΣΤΗ! − CHRIST IS RISEN! It has indeed been a privilege and an honor serving as Supreme Governor of Region #8. Thank you for inviting me to be a part of the 77th Annual El Camino Real Convention being held here in Ontario. Further, I would like to take this opportunity to thank this District for participating in the Western Regional Leadership Conference in Las Vegas this past January. Although it will take some time, support for the AHEPA VISION ALLIANCE, the major focus of the Conference, is critical for the growth and expansion of our orders. If I may, I urge all of you to consider holding a Combined District Regional Convention in the very near future. We here in the West, need to work more closely together, in the true spirit of the “Good of the Orders.” Sincerely, Nicholas J. Perdaris Supreme Governor Region #8

Daughters of Penelope 1909 Q. Street, N.W. Suite 500, Washington, DC 20009

(202) 234-9741 – Fax: (202) 483-6983 – Email: [email protected] May 2008 Greetings to the AHEPA Family of District 20: On behalf of the Daughters of Penelope, it is my distinct honor to welcome you to the District #20 El Camino Real District Convention. I commend you all for your outstanding devotion to your respective Order; congratulations to you on your outstanding achievements and thank you for your active participation in our beloved organization. The accomplishments of the Daughters of Penelope have been quite impressive this year to say the least. What has been completed so effectively exemplifies the goals and ideals of our Sisterhood. My sincerest appreciation is extended to District Governor Georgia Gastouniotis and her colleagues on the District Lodge, the Chapter Presidents and all the Sisters of District 20 for their hard work and dedication to ensure the prosperity of this outstanding District. You have guided and led your District to yet another successful and memorable year. The path we travel, as Daughters of Penelope, is one of pride and determination and it will pave the way for a better tomorrow. We have vision and most importantly, we have endless opportunities before us so that we can continue to grow. May your deliberations be productive and fruitful. I remain confident that the Daughters of Penelope are destined for even greater projects and programs because of your interest and commitment. With warmest regards in Theta Pi, Christine Christine K. Constantine Grand Treasurer Daughters of Penelope

Daughters of Penelope El Camino Real District 20

Arizona, S. California, Las Vegas, Salt Lake City www.ahepa20.org

May / June 2008 Dear Brothers and Sisters of the AHEPA family:

On behalf of the District Lodge it is my pleasure to welcome all members and guests to the 77th Annual Convention of the El Camino Real District #20 in Ontario, CA. The San Bernardino Chapters, AHEPA Arrowhead #302 and Daughters of Penelope Amphitrite #151 have worked diligently to plan an interesting agenda and we thank both chapters for their many hours of commitment to ensure its success. As we traveled to all chapters in District 20 this past year, the determination of the members is what inspired us most and that is what makes the Daughters of Penelope successful today. We thank all chapters for their warm hospitality and we encourage you to continue your support with confidence so that we can continue to preserve Hellenism, Education, Philanthropy, Civic Responsibility, and Individual Excellence. To the Delegates at this year’s Convention, we wish you good deliberations and remember the decisions you make during this time will affect our organization in the year ahead. Our sincere congratulations to all Chapter presidents and officers for their commitment this past year and our best wishes to the newly elected officers.

I wish you a very successful and productive Convention and hope you will take the time to enjoy all the activities planned for you by our hosts.

Regards in ΘΠ, Georgia Gastouniotis District Governor

Thank you for your support and friendship as a Charter Member from California. With your help we can make America stronger, safer and more prosperous. Best Wishes,

GOVERNOR ARNOLD SCHWARZENEGGER

AMERICAN HELLENIC EDUCATIONAL PROGRESSIVE ASSOCIATION

I am pleased to extend warm greetings to everyone gathered for the Annual District Convention. California is home to a vibrant and thriving Greek-American population whose values and tradi-tions have strengthened the Golden State and contributed to its continued progress and prosperity. This convention promotes educational development and cultural understanding, and I salute your steadfast commitment to honor the contributions of Hellenism. On behalf of all Californians, I send my best wishes for a memorable event and every continued success. Sincerely, Arnold Schwarzenegger

STATE CAPITOL · SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA 95814 · (916) 445-2841

Periclean Award Winner Order of AHEPA

Mr. George S. Dafnis

Mr. George S. Dafnis was born in Greece on March 23, 1930 on the Island of Evia, in the Aegean Sea. Until the age of 21 he worked on the family farm. On December 31, 1951, he left Greece to come to America. His journey was sponsored by AHEPA and resulted in his going to Hartford, Conn., where he washed dishes in a restaurant. After only a month he relocated to Fontana, California, where he worked at Kaiser Steel until he retired after 30 years. The main focus of George’s adult life has centered around three themes: the church, his family and AHEPA. Since 1952 he has been a member of Prophet Elias Church in San Bernardino, where he has served the community in a variety of capacities. For a number of years he has served on the Parish Council, been a fill-in cantor, and is a constant attendee. Presently he serves as one of three members of Prophet Elias designated as an associate Parish Council member to help the Parish Council and the Priest in and around the Church. George is ever present in all the activities of his Church. In 1957 he married Sofia Economy and together are the proud parents of two children, Nikki and Steve. Steve and his wife Pam have two children that George and Sophia adore and love very much. George and Sofia are pillars of Prophet Elias and ideal role models for their family and the Greek Orthodox Community at large. Both are known as members with deep religious faith, hard workers, and lifetime supporters of the Greek Orthodox Church. Being faithful to his family in Greece, George brought his four brothers and a sister from Greece to settle in California. In 1954 George joined the Arrowhead Chapter of AHEPA and is a life member. He has served in all the posts in the Arrowhead Chapter and as President for the past 20 years. As Chapter President, George personally calls on members to collect their annual dues, always carries an AHEPA application form for signing up new members, and is credited with keeping the Chapter’s membership consistently strong. Because of George’s persistent efforts, the Arrowhead Chapter had endured to the point that it actively sought and received funding from HUD to build 90 Senior Housing Units in San Bernardino. Over the past five years he has been a leader and persistent supporter of the AHEPA 302 Senior Housing Project, serving as Vice-President of its Board. George is known throughout the community and the District as a true AHEPAN who has attended most, if not all District and National Conventions. He is recognized for his honesty, diligence, determination and profound sense of gratitude toward God and the country that has given him so much. George is the first AHEPAN to be honored with both awards. We are proud to honor George S. Dafnis as the recipient of the Periclean Award and the District 20 Lifetime Achievement Award. AXIOS!

Chapter History Arrowhead Chapter No. 302 — Amphitrite Chapter No. 151


In the latter part of 1934, members of the San Bernardino-Riverside Greek Community conceived the idea of

establishing a local Chapter of AHEPA. In January 1935 the Arrowhead Chapter was established and on February 29th

the Chapter’s first officers were elected and installed in public ceremonies. Following the installation of officers, an

elaborate celebration was held at Urbita Springs Park which was attended by more than 700 people to greet the Arrow-

head Chapter’s debut in the social and fraternal life of the communities which it proposed to serve. The first year the

membership grew to 70 members.

The early years saw the Chapter take steps to establish courses in the Greek language in the public schools,

which were open to anyone desiring to learn the Greek language, and the Chapter’s support for AHEPA’s Sanatorium

for tuberculosis in Albuquerque, New Mexico, which opened on March 25, 1936. In June 1937, the Chapter sponsored

its first District 20 Convention.

In the 40’s, the Arrowhead Chapter participated in the sale of U.S. War Bonds and raised money that was con-

tributed to the building of the AHEPA Wing of the Evangelismos Hospital and AHEPA Hospital in Thessaloniki,

Greece. In 1947, the Amphitrite Chapter of the Daughter of Penelope was established as the women’s auxiliary of the

Arrowhead Chapter. Together, under the auspices of AHEPA, the two Chapters have since grown to be an established

philanthropic and charitable organization in the Inland Empire. In the late 40’s, the Chapters became the driving force

for the establishment and purchase of the lands for St. Prophet Elias Greek Orthodox Church in San Bernardino, CA.

The 50’s and 60’s saw the Chapters participate in raising funds to build AHEPA Hall for Boys, AHEPA School

Building, and St. Basil’s Academy. AHEPA was a driving force in raising funds and building the St. Prophet Elias

Church Hall in 1958 and the present St. Prophet Elias Greek Orthodox Church in 1964.

In the 70’s the Chapters were active in the AHEPA Athletic Program and the establishment of the AHEPA Edu-

cational Foundation, raising funds for scholarship awards. In the 80’s money was raised to fund the Statute of Liberty/

Ellis Island Restoration Project. In the 90’s, money was raised for the Olympic Sculpture in Atlantic’s Centennial Park

and the AHEPA bone marrow transplant project.

The Chapters hold regular fundraising activities, which include sponsoring luncheons, dinner-dances, and chari-

table golf and bowling tournaments. Regular contributions are made to the Cyprus Children’s Fund, Special Olympics,

Cooley’s Anemia Foundation, AHEPA Hellenic Heritage Foundation, Penelope House Family Violence Center, Syl-

vester Cancer Center at the University of Miami, LAM (Lymphangioleiomyomatosis) Foundation, Guiding Eyes Pro-

gram, and St Prophet Elias Greek Orthodox Church. Regular support is also made to AHEPA’s National and District

20 scholarship funds and scholarships are annually awarded directly by the Chapter to local graduating high school stu-

dents.

Through special projects the Chapter has raised many thousands of dollars which have been donated to support

Cystic Fibrosis, Bethlehem House for abused women and children, Kalamata earthquake victims, Armenian earthquake

victims, Turkish earthquake victims, Toys for Tots, Meals-on-Wheels, and numerous individuals on an as needed basis.

In 2001, the Chapter sponsored seven $25 awards to high school finalists who participated in writing a preamble for the

City of San Bernardino Charter. Chapter members on a regular basis volunteer to feed the homeless at Mary’s Table,

assist with Wheels-on-Wheels, and Blood Bank and Bone Marrow Registry. The Chapter has supported and partici-

pated in building AHEPA Rose Parade floats.

The contributions of individual Chapter members are recognized by the naming of the Coussoulis Arena, at

California State University San Bernardino, in honor of AHEPA family members James and Aerianthe Coussoulis, and

the establishment of an AHEPA National Scholarship funded by one of the Chapter members.

1971 District Convention in San Bernardino, California

To all the Members and Friends of the AHEPA Family

My wife Sofia Dafnis and I

Welcome you to AHEPA District 20’s

77th Annual Convention hosted by The Arrowhead Chapter #302,

Last held by our Chapter in 1984 and 1971.

We wish you a happy visit and with God’s Help we will have a successful and

Entertaining convention.

I thank the District Lodge for bestowing on me The prestigious 2008 Periclean Award and the

District 20 Lifetime Achievement Award, Both of which I am truly honored to receive.

George S. Dafnis

President, Arrowhead Chapter #302 Vice-President AHEPA 302, Inc.

To our husband, father and papou,

George S. Dafnis

It is with great admiration that we congratulate you on these great honors!

We didn’t always see the target you were aiming at,

but the resulting hit is evident

With love, respect and adoration,

Sophia, Steve, Pam and Nikki

Alexander and Andrew

Saint Prophet Elias Church 1035 Inland Center Drive San Bernardino, California

Anastasios G. Pallas

2008 Parish Council President

Dear Brothers and Sisters of the AHEPA Family, I welcome all of you to the 77th Annual AHEPA District 20 Convention. I am hon-ored and thank God for being a descendent of the first Ahepans of the Inland Em-pire. It is a great privilege and honor for the Arrowhead Chapter No. 302, Order of AHEPA and Amphitrite Chapter No. 151, Daughters of Penelope of San Bernar-dino, California to be the hosts of the 77th Annual AHEPA District 20 Convention. I would also like to congratulate the Sons of Pericles, Inland Center Chapter No. 255 and the Maids of Athena, Arete Chapter No. 175 and wish them the best on their re-activation. The Saint Prophet Elias Community and the Parish Council would like to congratu-late the 2008 Periclean Award Recipient, a long time member of the church and of AHEPA — Mr. George S. Dafnis. Today, glorious as the emblem of faith, stands Saint Prophet Elias Church on a hill-top surrounded by olive trees with its cross standing over it, a live symbol of our faith and the roots of the fraternal Order of AHEPA in the San Bernardino and Riverside counties. The roots of hundreds of today’s Americans of Greek descent of the Inland Em-pire can be found in diverse occupations and professions. Thank you Ahepans for your help in the formation of the Greek Orthodox Church in San Bernardino. As we gather at the 2008 Convention, may God watch over us and bless us. Anastasisos G. Pallas

Congratulations to

George Dafnis

and

The AHEPA Family of

San Bernardino

St. Irene Philoptochos Society of

Prophet Elias

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77th Annual Convention, 2008

Congratulations to our Brother and Chapter President

George S. Dafnis

Recipient of the 2008 Periclean Award and the 2008 AHEPA District 20 Lifetime Achievement Award

Through your hard work you have kept our chapter and its membership strong. Through your vision our Chapter’s first Senior Housing Project is being constructed. You are to be commended for your leadership and a true inspiration to all AHEPANS.

The Theios Family

Congratulations to

George Dafnis

and to AHEPA 302 Inc.

Proud Sponsors of the 90 Unit Senior

Housing Project

Dr. Tony & Georgia Theodorou

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IN LOVING MEMORY of

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Beloved Parents and Grandparents

“May Their Memory Be Eternal”

Disneyland Chapter 411 Anaheim, California

Wishing Arrowhead Chapter 302 & Amphitrite Chapter 151 a Successful and Productive

AHEPA Family District 20 Convention!

Congratulations to all of this year’s distinguished honorees.

Remembering those who came before us…

Peter Panagos George Spyrs

Christopher August May their memories be eternal…

Best Wishes for a Successful District Convention

George N. Dussias, PDG ΓΕΩΡΓΙΟΣ Ν. ΝΤΟΥΣΙΑΣ

District Secretary AHEPA HELLAS

DISTRICT 25 AHEPAN OF THE YEAR 2008

Hosting the 86th AHEPA Supreme Convention in GREECE

July 1-12, 2008 www.ahepahellas.gr

Congratulations to AHEPA

On Another Fine Senior Housing Project

Ellias Construction Co., Inc.

Congratulations to AHEPA 302 Inc. and the San Bernardino AHEPA Family for Sponsoring the 90 Unit Senior Housing Project

AHEPA National Housing Corporation

AHEPA Management Company

ORDER OF AHEPA SANTA BARBARA CHAPTER #243

Established October 17, 1929 “Promoting the Harmony of Greek Culture, Service, and Community”

“Keeping the Spirit Alive” www.ahepa20.org/~chapter243/

“Let’s Do Something Great in 2008” The twenty-eight members of this energetic chapter congratulate the Officers of District 20 for their two years of dedicated effort to create an improved system of communication, support, and long range goals for District 20 and its membership. Santa Barbara Chapter #243 expresses its Thanks and Appreciation for the support and guidance graciously afforded to us by the District Officers during their term of office and loudly declare — ”Job Well Done.” We also express our appreciation to Ahepa Chapter #302 and Daughters Chapter #151 for hosting the 77th Annual El Camino Real District 20 Ahepa Family Convention. We are aware of the magnitude of this undertaking and we commend you for your efforts. Our Santa Barbara Ahepa Chapter #243 and our Parish Community of Saint Barbara and Rev. Fr. Simon Thomas invite you to join us in the foothills of Santa Ynez Mountains and enjoy the cool breezes from the Gold Coast of the Santa Barbara Channel. Come and enjoy our local events: The Santa Barbara Greek Festival, chaired by PDG Gus Frangos, and listed by our Chamber of Commerce as a highlighted event — held this year on July 26th and 27th, 2008. Our Chapter #243 Birthday Party is on Sunday, October 19th, and our annual Ahepa Greek Glendi will be held on Saturday, November 1st. We know you will have an enjoyable time at these events. We look forward to seeing you. The members of Santa Barbara Ahepa Chapter #243.

Back Again To Wish Everyone a Productive and

Successful Convention

Daughters of Penelope Delos Chapter 103

Santa Barbara, California

The Pasadena AHEPA Family Is Proud to Support

Lt. Governor John T. Triantafyllos, M.D.

Our Favorite Son For District Governor

of El Camino Real District #20!

Jim Bornino President Bess Bornino Steven G. Tripodes Vice President Aliki Haralambos Nick J. Gritsonis Secretary Valerie Lakon Sam Tsagalakis Treasurer Vera Messerotes

Rose Bowl #373 Adrasteia #233 Order of AHEPA Daughters of Penelope

District Governor Peter T. Triantafyllos and Lieutenant Governor John T. Triantafyllos, M.D. at the AHEPA Supreme Convention in Denver, Colorado on July 14, 2007.

Best Wishes on a most successful District Convention! Congratulations to

Chris J. Zazas, PSG, PDG

On his San Diego Testimonial

Dean S. Tripodes, PDG

Left: December 22, 2007 San Diego Testimonial Dinner For Chris J. Zazas (from left to right: )

Peter T. Triantafyllos - District Governor Steven G. Tripodes - Secretary, Board of Trustees John N. Rougas - Treasurer, San Diego Chapter Zachary T. Prineas - Past District Governor Dean S. Tripodes - Past District Governor James D. Mellos III- Member, George Polos Chapter Right: December 5, 2007 San Diego member initiations (from left to right:) Steven G. Tripodes - Secretary, Board of Trustees Chris J. Zazas - Past Supreme Governor, Past District Governor

Congratulations & Best Wishes

El Camino Real District #20

For a Successful 77th Annual Convention

Your Continued Dedication To the Ideals of the AHEPA Family

Mission Ensures Our Success

Karen Stamatiades Grand President

Daughters of Penelope

Congratulations to the New

District Lodge of the


Georgia Gastouniotis

District Governor

Yassou San Bernardino

May You Have a

Successful 77th Convention

Carol Stathopoulos District Treasurer

BEST WISHES

FOR

A SUCCESSFUL CONVENTION

The

DAUGHTERS OF PENELOPE

EL CAMINO REAL

DISTRICT 20

Georgia Gastouniotis………………….....District Governor Elpiniki “Niki” Pallas-Schwenke……...District Lt. Governor Helen Condon McGillivray…………….…District Secretary Carol Stathopoulos………………………District Treasurer Magdaline “Maggie” Thomas……………...District Marshal Joanne Saltas………………..District Advisor to the Maids Elaine Perparos Hatupis……………District Advisor, DOP

In Loving Memory of

Nick C. Pallas Arrowhead Chapter No. 302

Past President

George C. Pallas Arrowhead Chapter No. 302

Member

Mary G. Pallas Amphitrite Chapter No. 151

Member

Louis & Victoria Alevras

Congratulations to the Arrowhead Chapter No. 302 of the Order of AHEPA and Daughters of Penelope Amphitrite

Chapter No. 151 for a successful Convention.

Best Wishes to All

Anastasios G. Pallas Arrowhead Chapter No. 302, AHEPA

Inland Empire Chapter No. 255, Past Chapter President, Sons of Pericles

Athena G. Pallas Amphitrite Chapter No. 151, Daughters of Penelope

Georgia E. Pallas

Arete Chapter No. 175, Maids of Athena

Philippas E. Pallas Inland Empire Chapter No. 255, Sons of Pericles

Maria G. Pallas & Zoe Visiliki

In Loving Memory

of Andrea Haralambopoulos

Andy’s Burgers

Congratulations and Best Wishes for a Successful Convention


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Member AHEPA Chapter #454

THE AHEPA FAMILY OF

CHANDLER ARIZONA

Extends Congratulations and Best Wishes

For a Successful 2008 Convention

To Ahepa District 20

From

Tri-City Chapter 454 President: Paul G. Poulos Vice President: Peter N. Souris Secretary: Alex Drosos Treasurer: George M. Xenakis

Aegina Chapter 340

President: Diana Chrisagis Vice President: Frances Weber Secretary: Pam Martinez Treasurer: Jacklyn Bafaloukos

Dynami Ke Doxa Chapter 270

President: Angela Armstrong Vice President: Julie Fiedler Secretary: Laura Blazev Treasurer: Jessica Arrasmith

Looking Forward to a Successful AHEPA El Camino Real District 20

77th Annual District Convention

Best Wishes to Our Host Arrowhead Chapter No. 302

and Daughters of Penelope

Amphitrite Chapter No. 151

from

San Pedro Neptune Chapter No. 233 President: Alek Haidos

Vice-President: Tom Tragus Secretary: Gus Alex

Treasurer: Walt McHugh and all the Brothers

San Pedro DOP Theseus Chapter No. 88

President: Penny Vining Vice-President: Katina McHugh

Secretary: Kay Alex Treasurer: Alexandra Plakos

and all the Sisters

Gabriel & Associates Attorneys at Law

Congratulations to the San Bernardino AHEPA Family

for Hosting the 77th Annual District Convention

Best Wishes from Gabriel & Associates

Samuel E. Gabriel

John S. Buzas Attorneys at Law

801 Pacific Avenue Long Beach, CA 90813

Toll Free: (800) 801-PAC-1

Phone: (562) 436-9292 Fax: (562) 436-3131 www.gabriellaw.com

GEORGE POLOS CHAPTER 505 District 20

American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association

President - Steve Stubberud Communications Committee: Vice President - Mike Merica Geo. Agrimis, Corresp. Secy. Vice President - Nick Gines Chris Blentzas Recording Secretary - Steve Gadinis Dimitris Liarokapis Treasurer - Kent Stone

Best Wishes for a


San Diego North County Order of AHEPA, Chapter No. 505

and the Daughters of Penelope

Chapter No. 380

Congratulations to Arrowhead Chapter #302 From the AHEPA Family of Tucson, Arizona.

AHEPA Arizona Chapter #275

Daughters of Penelope Phoebus Chapter #144

In memory of

James Coussoulis

Proud AHEPAN

Nicholas J. Coussoulis

Saluta! Norocu! Sa’ Fi Sanatoes Cu Multi An Feritichte!

Siharitiria! George Dafnis, my fellow Ahepan, on a job well done with excellence, dedication, and love for God, the church, fellow Ahepans, and community.

God bless you and yours,

John Zavela

J. Z. Originals J. Z. Time Out Travel Service

at Rancho Bravo and the Brinton Family


(909) 887-2835

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Owners: Thomas & Angela Anagnostopoulos

IN LOVING MEMORY OF

GEORGE PETER ANAGNOSTOPOULOS

BELOVED

HUSBAND, FATHER & PAPOU

“Forever In Our Hearts”

PROUD TO BE A PART OF THE LOCAL COMMUNITY

SINCE 1981

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Corporate Office 3452 University Avenue

Riverside, CA 92502

Phone: (951) 275-9900 Fax: (951) 275-9930

www.FarmerBoys.com

Hesperia Chapter #152 Order of Ahepa

and Alkandre Chapter #43 Daughters of Penelope

Wish You a Successful Convention and Welcome to Our

Metropolitan Gerasimos

We Are Happy to Have You With Us!

Best Wishes for a Happy and Successful Convention!

D.J. Restaurant

Best Wishes

For a Successful Convention and

Congratulations To Our Very Own

George Dafnis

On Receiving This Wonderful

Honor!

Tom & Mary Feles

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Fax: (909) 888-0699

C & K IMPORTING CO., INC. 2771 W. Pico Boulevard Los Angeles, CA 90006

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(323) 737-2970

Home of the Award Winning Restaurant —

PAPA CRISTO’S

Established in 1969 Maids of Athena

Arete Chapter No. 175 San Bernardino, California

It is our pleasure to welcome everyone to the 77th Annual District Convention in our city. We congratulate the 2008 Periclean award recipient Mr. George S. Dafnis, member of our Arrowhead Chapter #302.

Georgia Pallas

Chapter President

Established in 1968 Sons of Pericles

Inland Empire Chapter No. 255 San Bernardino, California

It is our pleasure to welcome everyone to the 77th Annual District Convention in our city. We congratulate the 2008 Periclean award recipient Mr. George S. Dafnis, member of our Arrowhead Chapter #302.

Philip Pallas

Chapter President

Queen Beach Printers, Inc. 937 Pine Avenue

Long Beach, CA 90813 (562) 436-8201

To a successful 77th Convention

Brother Nick Edwards and

Pamela Edwards

Best Wishes For A Successful Convention To The

El Camino Real District #20

With Many Thanks For Your Continued Support of The

Rose Parade Float Project

AHEPA Hellenic Heritage Foundation Post Office Box 50581

Pasadena, California 91115-0581 (818) 504-2502 www.ahepafloat.org

[email protected]

Wishing the Arrowhead Chapter No. 302

A Very Successful Convention

Kostas Fergadis

Member, San Fernando Valley Chapter No. 412

Congratulations to the

San Bernardino AHEPA Family

Proud Sponsors of AHEPA 302 Inc. Senior Housing

Rialto Professional Arts Building

Ya Sou!

PURITAN BAKERY “BEST BUNS IN TOWN”

GIANNIS, “O., PSOMAS”

1624 E. Carson Street Carson, California 90745

(310) 830-5451

“The Company That Was Built By The Greek Community”

John Markulis

Matt Grimes John J. Markulis

EFHARISTO

Best Wishes for a Successful Convention

The AHEPA Family of Ventura County


Hyperia Chapter 94 and

Order of AHEPA Ventura Chapter 220

Wishing The AHEPA Family of District 20

A Successful Convention

From the Loving Family of

Basil Fovos

Your Love and Kindness Has Been So Appreciated

We Congratulate the San Bernardino AHEPA Family

On a Successful Convention

South Western Motors Alex and Taso

791 N. Mt. Vernon Avenue San Bernardino, CA 92411

(909) 889-9539

Dear Brothers and Sisters

of the San Bernardino Chapters

Best Wishes for a


Elias & Ann Marie Poulopoulos

Best Wishes to El Camino Real District #20 For a very successful 77th Annual Convention!

AHEPA Chapter #528

Palm Desert, CA

Best Wishes For another successful year!

From the Feles Family Lukas, Penny, Tommie and Nasi

Congratulations on a Successful District Convention

Order of AHEPA South Bay #426

Redondo Beach, CA

and

Daughters of Penelope Anthos Chapter #395 Redondo Beach, CA

GIRARDI & KEESE LAWYERS

Congratulations on District 20’s 77th Annual Convention

And Best Wishes for a Successful Convention

Our Firm’s Mission “Provide Aggressive representation of Individuals and Businesses”

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Best Wishes for a Successful District

Convention

Daughters of Penelope Minos Chapter #159

Long Beach, California

To all AHEPA Delegates, Family Members & Friends

The Officers and Members

of AHEPA Heartland Chapter #444

El Cajon, California

Wish you a most Successful 77th Annual Convention

Have a Wonderful Time!

Best Wishes For a


Helen Baker

Amphitrite Chapter #152

Congratulations to

George Dafnis

For the Periclean and Lifetime Achievement Awards

AXIOS!

Charles Boutsikaris

Demetri’s Restaurant

21900 Barton Road Grand Terrace, California

(909) 783-6576

Janie & Demetri Hadjiconstantis

Owners

Charai Chapter #79 Salt Lake City, Utah

Extends Our Good Wishes For a Successful

77th Annual Convention

Best Wishes for a


From your brothers at Beehive Chapter #146 Salt Lake City, Utah

Best Wishes For a Successful

Convention

Hatupis Enterprises

Andrew L. Hatupis 4230 S. 2700 E.

Salt Lake City, Utah 84124-2945

Associates in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

Dr. James P. Sellas &

Associates

1875 Business Center Drive San Bernardino, CA 92408

(909) 889-8085 (909) 824-5955

(909) 884-4754

Member of American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons

Congratulations to George Dafnis

and the AHEPA Family of San Bernardino

AHEPA 302 Inc.

Proud Sponsors of Senior Housing

Order of AHEPA 77th Annual District 20 Convention May 29 â€” June

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