On behalf of the board of the “Link”, the International Society of the Municipality of Parga, we would like to wish everyone a very joyous 2009. We would also like to take this opportunity to thank each and every single person, society member or not, who contributed to the overwhelming success of Saturday nights’ Christmas Gala. The turnout was great, the entertainment was top notch, food amazing as usual, and because of the generosity of each and every one of you, we are going to be able to send the “Make-a-Wish” foundation of Greece 800 euros! 

The International Society managed to accomplish a number of things in this our first full year of existence, including: the set-up and administration of this web site, which is a vehicle for anyone to sound off , or inquire about things that are going on in Parga and the surrounding municipalities; participation in the European Union sponsored project “Man-Art-Environment” which included a seminar relating to recycling and the ‘beautification” of  a number of the garbage bins in Parga; the establishment of a Greek language class available to foreigners that is taught in the English language ; and finally, Saturday nights’ success that will aid the “Make-a-Wish” foundation. Considering that the Society is only just 1 year old, that is not a bad start. We would, however, like to accomplish so much more, and that can only be done with all of your help. So, the next time someone says something to you about “the Link”, please don’t dismiss us as “just another ex-pat club”, or just an organization for Parga only….we are “the International Society of the Municipality of Parga”, open to one and all, women and men, foreigner and local, whether they are from England or Russia, France or Germany,  Parga , Anthousa , Agia or Agia Kyriaki.

We invite anyone who wants to make a difference in this glorious municipality to come and let your voice be heard.

Here’s to a very healthy and happy 2009! 

Καλη Χρονια!     

Irene Staknys-Papanikolaou