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From the Clergy Laity Congress Coordinating Committee in Nashville
Greek hospitality is legendary. Southern hospitality is renowned. What happens when you combine them? Come join us in Nashville and we?ll show you the best of both! At the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America 38th Biennial Clergy-Laity Congress and National Philoptochos Convention July 15-21, 2006
A warm Southern welcome awaits you so make plans now to attend the Clergy-Laity Congress, Philoptochos Convention, Young Adult Conference and Family Synaxis Program. This year's Congress is not solely for delegates and Clergy. For the first time, the Clergy-Laity Congress is also designed to be a retreat for Orthodox Christians of all ages. During this very special week, the Church will not only come together to conduct the administrative business of the Church, but also provide ample opportunity for spiritual renewal through workshops, unique family programs and gatherings for all ages.
Nashville is one of the South's premier vacation destinations and was rated "The Friendliest City in America" for the second consecutive year according to Travel and Leisure Magazine.
We look forward to welcoming our beloved brothers and sisters in Christ for a week of fellowship and spiritual regeneration at the magnificent Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center.
Whether you call us "Music City, U.S.A." for our musical heritage or the "Athens of the South" for the city's dedication to fine arts and higher education ? be sure to call us "home" this July!
Yiasou, Ya'll!
Links for planning your visit to Music City U.S.A.
Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center: http://www.gaylordhotels.com/gaylordopryland/ This is the site of the 38th Biennial Clergy-Laity Congress of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America. The crown jewel of the Gaylord Hotel family, this showcase resort lavishes guests with genuine Southern delights and hospitality. Reserve early, space is limited!
Nashville Convention and Visitors Bureau: http://www.musiccityusa.com/ The best website for planning your visit to Music City U.S.A.
Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum: http://www.countrymusichalloffame.com/ Tour the $37 million Country Music Hall of Fame ® and Museum. Enjoy live performances and interactive exhibits. See rare costumes, instruments and archival films.
Cheekwood Botanical Gardens and Museum of Art: http://www.cheekwood.org/ Cheekwood features the award-winning Museum of Art housed in the original Cheek mansion. The surrounding 55 acres include an interactive learning center, ten botanical gardens and the Woodland Sculpture Trail with works by internationally known sculptors.
Grand Ole Opry: http://www.opry.com/ Every week, the Grand Ole Opry takes the excitement of a live audience, the heritage of the world?s longest-running radio show and an incredible mix of talent to the world, broadcasting live over 650 WSM AM, Sirius Satellite Radio and Opry.com. The Opry. It's where country rocks, bluegrass rules and western swings.
The Parthenon: http://www.nashville.gov/parthenon/ The world's only full-scale reproduction of the famous Greek temple, Nashville's Parthenon stands in Centennial Park and features both the city?s art museum and Athena Parthenos. At almost 42 feet in height, Athena Parthenos is the tallest indoor sculpture in the Western world.
The Hermitage: http://www.thehermitage.com/
President Andrew Jackson, "Old Hickory", always welcomed visitors to his plantation home. Since The Hermitage opened as a museum in 1889 over 14 million people have crossed its threshold.
The Ryman Auditorium: http://www.ryman.com/
After an $8.5 million renovation, this National Historic Landmark and former home of the Grand Ole Opry has once again stepped to center stage as a premier performance facility. By day, displays inside the Ryman visually tell the stories of its rich history. By night, the sounds of musical productions fill the air.
Belle Meade Plantation: http://www.bellemeadeplantation.com/ This 1853 Greek Revival mansion was world-renowned as a Thoroughbred stud farm and nursery. Today, tours of the mansion, grounds and colossal Carriage House come alive with guides lavishly dressed in period costume. Seasonal exhibits and special events change annually. An exquisite museum shop and on-site restaurant compliment a trip through history on a true Southern plantation.
Historic Carnton Plantation: http://www.carnton.org/ On the night of November 30, 1864, Carnton Plantation became a Civil War field hospital to hundreds of wounded and dying soldiers brought there during the historic Battle of Franklin. This is also the site of the largest Confederate Cemetery on private land in the nation. The New York Times Best Seller, "Widow Of The South" by Robert Hicks is based on this epic battle and the life of Carrie W. McGavock. Franklin, Tennessee.
Carter House: http://www.carterhouse.com/ Carter House is a non-profit museum and interpretive center for the Battle of Franklin. Franklin, Tennessee.
The Bluebird Café: http://www.bluebirdcafe.com/ Hear Music City's finest songwriters sing their original tunes at this world famous listening club.
Nashville Zoo: http://www.nashvillezoo.org/
A wonderful family outing -- visit the Nashville Zoo for a fun filled day with God's creatures great and small.
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