The Day
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3:30 in the afternoonThe ceremonySaint George Greek Orthodox Church
Please be seated by a quarter past three.
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5:00 in the eveningCocktailsKontos Event Center
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6:30 in the eveningDinner and dancingKontos Event Center
The Ceremony
We will be married in the Greek Orthodox tradition. It is an ancient service, mostly chanted, that lasts about an hour, carried not by vows but by prayer and blessing. There is nothing you need to do or say. Simply be present with us for it.
There are a few beautiful moments to watch for. Our rings are blessed and exchanged. Then two crowns joined by a single ribbon, the stefana, are placed upon our heads. This crowning is the moment we become husband and wife, so keep your eyes on us then. Near the end, the priest leads us three times around the ceremonial table in the Dance of Isaiah, our first steps together as a married couple.
The Venue
Saint George Greek Orthodox Church
9426 Little Road
New Port Richey, Florida 34654
The reception is in Kontos Event Center, on the church grounds, so there is no need to drive between the ceremony and the celebration.
Attire
Formal attire.
Saint George is an Orthodox church, so during the ceremony we kindly ask that shoulders be covered. A wrap, shawl or jacket is perfect and can come off for the party.
Travel
Tampa International Airport (TPA) is the closest major airport, about forty-five minutes from the church.
We have reserved a block of rooms at The Hacienda, a restored 1920s hotel on the river in downtown New Port Richey, a short drive from the church.
The Hacienda
5621 Main Street
New Port Richey, Florida 34652
To reserve a room in our block, call (888) 845-5621 and ask for the Mancini Wedding. The block is held until the twenty-first of January, 2027.
A shuttle will carry guests between The Hacienda and the church, out to the ceremony and home again at the end of the night.
Parking at the hotel is complimentary.
Things to Do Nearby
For those making a weekend of it, a few of our favorite places near the celebration.
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A historic Greek community about twenty minutes south, with sponge boats, bakeries, and some of the best Greek food in Florida.
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Sims Park and the shops and cafés along the river, a short walk from The Hacienda and a lovely place to stroll before the celebration.
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Crystal-clear springs, kayaking, and the famous mermaid show, about half an hour north.
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White-sand Gulf beaches and a charming downtown of breweries and restaurants, about forty minutes south.
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One of Florida’s most beloved white-sand beaches, about an hour away.
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The Riverwalk and historic Ybor City, about forty-five minutes southeast.
