The Sons of Pericles year has gotten off to a great start. Once the summer came to end and September rolled around, we found ourselves in Washington, DC for the annual Governors Conference. The conference was truly a success with over twenty delegates participating in the weekend’s meetings and activities. Over the next few months, new Sons were initiated in Flushing, Queens and Waterbury, Connecticut, while a new chapter was formed in Michigan. In Paramus, NJ, the Marathon Chapter #46 hosted their Annual Halloween Party and then the Sons were back in Washington, DC co-sponsoring Pan-Hellenism Weekeend.

As we enter the Holiday Season, the Sons are looking forward to various Christmas Gift Drives and fundraisers over the holiday season held by our chapters. In early January, the New Port Richey, FL West Pasco Chapter #323 will once again dive for the cross. In Albany, on February 6, 2010, the Sons and Maids will be hosting their Annual Valentine’s Dance. The following weekend, February 12 – 15, 2010, will be the Western Regional Basketball Tournament in Los Angeles, CA.

In the spirit of truly growing our orders, the Sons of Pericles, along with the Maids of Athena, recently completed and printed new brochures. These will serve as a reference for the Sons when promoting our Order. The brochures highlight the most important aspects of the SOP including history, philanthropy, education/careers, hellenism, leadership, athletics and friendships. With a brief explanation of each, a potential Son can better understand what we are all about and all we have to offer. We are truly excited to promote to and initiate new members. Look for a Son touting these new brochures at a Hellenic event near you!

Fraternally,

Dean Tselepis
Supreme President, Sons of Pericles