Παρασκευή 16 Οκτωβρίου 2015

Ordinary People Hit The Catwalk at Fashion Event in Thessaloniki, Greece




Ordinary People Hit The Catwalk at Fashion Event in Thessaloniki, Greece

Thessaloniki Fashion EventProfessional and amateur fashion designers teamed up with talented architects, painters and theater people to entertain locals and visitors in Thessaloniki, northern Greece, with a unique fashion event entitled “New Beach – New Catwalk – Freedom of Expression On Clothing.”
From recyclable materials worn as crop tops, mini dresses, skirts, and coats to unconventional accessories, creators showcased on a wooden platform by the sea a collection inspired by the city’s sky, light and colors, as well as its urban street vibe, offering bold creations for women’s imaginary wardrobes.
Thessaloniki Fashion EventUnder Thessaloniki’s sky, the models – including ordinary people – sashayed down the runway in marvelous handmade clothes, that were embellished with unique prints and energized with bright colors such as yellow, blue and red, appeared in camouflage-like form on an array of creations.
Thessaloniki Fashion Event
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Record Turnout Expected for Thessaloniki’s Night Half Marathon

Record Turnout Expected for Thessaloniki’s Night Half Marathon

 
Thessaloniki's Night Half MarathonAs the date approaches for Thessaloniki’s 4th International Night Half-Marathon, organizers at a press conference on Wednesday said they expected a record of 21,000 people to take part in the two races taking place in the city on Saturday night.
The Half-Marathon covering 21.1 kilometres will begin at 6:45 pm, with 4,500 registered runners from five continents and 53 countries taking part. Because of the large number of athletes participating, there will be two start times.
The half-marathon will be followed by a five-kilometre “Health Walk” at 9:15 pm, with five starts, in which 16,000 will take part.
Olympic medallist Voula Patoulidou, now a Thessaloniki deputy regional governor and head of the race organizing committee, announced that an additional 2,000 places will be made available for last-minute registrations on Friday at a pavilion at the Thessaloniki International Fair exhibition centre from 10:00 am until 7 pm. Those already registered can also pick up their marathon gear
The 4th International Thessaloniki Night Half Marathon is organized by M.E.A.S. TRITON of Thessaloniki in cooperation with the municipality of Thessaloniki, under the aegis of SEGAS and AIMS. It is integrated in the Greek and international calendar of SEGAS, AIMS and EAA. It is also supported by many institutional, supporter and volunteering bodies, as you can see at the official website www.thessalonikihalfmarathon.org
(source: ana-mpa)
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Κυριακή 6 Σεπτεμβρίου 2015

80th Thessaloniki International Fair

80th Thessaloniki International Fair


With the slogan " …to Infinity!!!", the 80th Thessaloniki International Fair will be held from September 5, 2015 to September 13, 2015 at the city's International Exhibition Centre.

The 80th anniversary edition of the largest and oldest Fair in Greece will showcase various innovation and extroversion initiatives and will include many surprises.
This year’s TIF comprises a total of 14 thematic events covering every aspect of domestic production and entrepreneurship; the agri-nutritional sector, energy, construction, new technologies and information technology are just some of the subjects of the thematic events.
Participating in the thematic event entitled “Greece and Entrepreneurship”, the Chambers and Regions of the country will play a key role at the 80th TIF.
At the same time, the Fair will be complemented by a rich entertainment programme, featuring concerts, music events and spectacles that are certain to satisfy visitors of all ages.
During this year's TIF, the Choco Factory & Museum will open once again to welcome all young visitors. The3rd Theatre Festival (in the form of competition), which will be held on an outdoor stage at the 80th TIF, also focuses on children.
In addition, the Music Band Festival which has become an institution, will offer to numerous bands and young artists the opportunity to perform on the stage of the 80th TIF.
The 80th TIF celebrates its anniversary and promises to thrill its hundreds of thousands of visitors!
For more info: http://tif.helexpo.gr