Name Days this Week: February 22 – 28, 2026
See which Greek name days are celebrated from February 22 to 28, 2026, according to the Greek Orthodox calendar.
THI Backs Solar Projects at SOS Children’s Villages in Greece
The Hellenic Initiative invests $60,000 in solar and clean energy upgrades at three SOS Children’s Villages facilities across Greece.
St. Demetrios Philoptochos Society Hosts “Bloom & Buy” Spring Event in Upper Darby
The St. Demetrios Philoptochos Society “Agia Barbara” will host the Bloom & Buy spring event on March 28, 2026, at St. Demetrios Church in Upper Darby, PA.
“For the Ages”: Saint Thomas Greek Orthodox Church Celebrates Completion of Sacred Iconography
Saint Thomas Greek Orthodox Church marked the completion of its interior iconography after years of planning, prayer, and community support.
Greek Throwback Night with DJ George Gouletsas Set for February 28 in Havertown
DJ George Gouletsas headlines Greek Throwback Night on February 28 at Barnaby’s Bar in Havertown. Hosted by the Pan-Macedonian Youth. 21+ event.
Greece’s Housing Squeeze Is Getting Harder to Ignore
Rising housing costs in Greece are delaying independence, reshaping demographics, and reducing future economic growth, according to new Alpha Bank research.
Exploring Hellenism: Magna Graecia Set for March 1 at Stockton University
Stockton Friends of Hellenic Studies presents Exploring Hellenism: Magna Graecia on March 1, 2026, at Stockton University, featuring a live performance by Zafarán.
Zoe Kousoulis
Zoe Kousoulis, longtime member of St. Thomas Greek Orthodox Church and pillar of the South Jersey Greek-American community, passed away at 85.
The Greek-Owned Havertown Grille Where Movies Get Made
Havertown Grille, the Greek-owned breakfast spot on Darby Road, doubles as a movie set and was named a favorite by former Eagles center Jason Kelce.
Hélène Glykatzi-Ahrweiler Between Greece and Europe
Hélène Glykatzi-Ahrweiler, the Greek-French historian who reshaped Byzantium’s place in Europe and challenged Greek self-perception, has died at 99.
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Diaspora Voting Feels Fair From Abroad. From Greece, It Doesn’t.
As Greece debates postal voting and diaspora seats in parliament, this opinion examines why overseas voting feels fair abroad but contested inside Greece.
Eirini Sidiropoulos
Eirini Sidiropoulos, 63, originally from Veria, Greece and a member of St. George Greek Orthodox Church in Media, passed away on February 12, 2026.
Pan-Messinian Federation Opens 2026 Greek Summer School Applications
Applications are open for the 2026 Pan-Messinian Federation Greek Summer School in Kalamata, offering Greek language education and cultural programming for youth.
St. Thomas in Cherry Hill to Present Completed Iconography on February 18
St. Thomas Greek Orthodox Church in Cherry Hill will present its completed iconography on February 18. Cosmos Philly will live-stream the event.
Name Days this Week: February 15 – 21, 2026
Greek name days observed between February 15 and 21, 2026, including traditional names and customary celebrations.
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Obituaries & Memorials
Zoe Kousoulis
Zoe Kousoulis, longtime member of St. Thomas Greek Orthodox Church and pillar of the South Jersey Greek-American community, passed away at 85.
Eirini Sidiropoulos
Eirini Sidiropoulos, 63, originally from Veria, Greece and a member of St. George Greek Orthodox Church in Media, passed away on February 12, 2026.
Anastasia Papaioanou Obituary
Anastasia “Soula” Papaioanou, born in Lehovo, Florina, and a longtime Upper Darby resident, passed away at 94 surrounded by her family.
Chrisanthi Katsanos Obituary
Chrisanthi Katsanos of Broomall, PA, a devoted member of St. Luke Greek Orthodox Church, passed away. Funeral services February 5, 2026.
Foula Tsionas Obituary
Foula Tsionas, a longtime member of Wilmington’s Greek Orthodox community, passed away on January 29, 2026. Funeral services February 4.
Community Voices
Elias Pantelidis and the Quiet Work of Keeping Greek Alive
In a video interview, educator Elias Pantelidis reflects on decades of teaching Greek language, music, and culture to children in the Philadelphia Greek-American community.
Elias Pappas: A Greek American Leading With Purpose
Elias Pappas shares his journey from the parish halls of St. Nicholas in Northridge to leading Odyssey Charter School in Delaware, blending Greek heritage with a modern vision for education.
The Heart of Service: Father Emmanuel Pratsinakis in His Own Words
Cosmos Philly speaks with Father Emmanuel Pratsinakis about his life, ministry, and the message that defines his forty years of service: to lead with faith, humility, and heart.
John Pogas: From Corporate Success to a Life of Service
After a corporate career, John Pogas found real purpose in serving others through his church, FOCUS Philadelphia, and volunteer work with Project Mexico.
Faith Has A Way Of Surprising Us: Father Symeon Williams’ Journey To St. Sophia
From a Baptist upbringing in Virginia to his priesthood at St. Sophia in Philadelphia, Father Symeon Williams’ unexpected path shows how faith can transform a life.
Greek-American Organizations
THI Backs Solar Projects at SOS Children’s Villages in Greece
The Hellenic Initiative invests $60,000 in solar and clean energy upgrades at three SOS Children’s Villages facilities across Greece.
Pan-Messinian Federation Opens 2026 Greek Summer School Applications
Applications are open for the 2026 Pan-Messinian Federation Greek Summer School in Kalamata, offering Greek language education and cultural programming for youth.
Hellenic University Club of Philadelphia Announces 2026–2027 Scholarship Opportunities
The Hellenic University Club of Philadelphia is accepting applications for its 2026–2027 scholarship program for undergraduate and graduate students of Greek descent or Hellenic Studies.
AHI to Mark 52nd Anniversary With Hellenic Heritage Achievement and National Public Service Awards Dinner
The American Hellenic Institute will honor community leaders at its 52nd Anniversary Hellenic Heritage Achievement and National Public Service Awards Dinner in Washington, DC.
Pan-Messinian Greek Diaspora in Canada to Mark 1821 with Annual Dinner and Dance in Toronto Area
Pan-Messinian Greek Diaspora Annual Dinner & Dance marks 1821 on Feb. 28, 2026 at Universal Eventspace in Vaughan, Ontario. Tickets and contacts.
Greek Orthodox Churches
St. Demetrios Philoptochos Society Hosts “Bloom & Buy” Spring Event in Upper Darby
The St. Demetrios Philoptochos Society “Agia Barbara” will host the Bloom & Buy spring event on March 28, 2026, at St. Demetrios Church in Upper Darby, PA.
“For the Ages”: Saint Thomas Greek Orthodox Church Celebrates Completion of Sacred Iconography
Saint Thomas Greek Orthodox Church marked the completion of its interior iconography after years of planning, prayer, and community support.
St. Thomas in Cherry Hill to Present Completed Iconography on February 18
St. Thomas Greek Orthodox Church in Cherry Hill will present its completed iconography on February 18. Cosmos Philly will live-stream the event.
Holy Trinity Nears $4M Goal for New Church in Egg Harbor Township
Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church in Egg Harbor Township has raised $3.5 million toward a $4 million goal to build a new sanctuary featuring a golden dome and adult baptistry.
Cheesefare Sunday Tiropita and Bougatsa Sale at St. Sophia, Valley Forge
St. Sophia Philoptochos “Pistis, Elpis & Agape” will hold a Cheesefare Sunday tiropita and bougatsa sale on February 22, 2026, in Valley Forge.
Greek-American Societies
Greek Throwback Night with DJ George Gouletsas Set for February 28 in Havertown
DJ George Gouletsas headlines Greek Throwback Night on February 28 at Barnaby’s Bar in Havertown. Hosted by the Pan-Macedonian Youth. 21+ event.
Nafpaktian Society Holds Tsiknopempti in Voorhees, NJ
The Nafpaktian Society celebrated Tsiknopempti in Voorhees with live music by Yianni Papastefanou & Orchestra and souvlakia grilling outside.
Epirotes Tsipourovradia Packs St. Demetrios Hall Despite Winter Chill
Despite the winter cold, the Epirotes Society of Philadelphia filled St. Demetrios Hall for its 18th Annual Tsipourovraidia in Upper Darby.
Nafpaktian & Perihora Society to Celebrate Tsiknopempti With Annual Glendi in Voorhees
The Nafpaktian & Perihora Society hosts its 5th Annual Tsiknopempti Glendi on Feb. 12, 2026, at The Mansion in Voorhees, NJ.
Icarian Dinner Dance Featuring Violeta Ikari to Be Held in Cherry Hill
The Pan-Icarian Brotherhood of America, Atheras Chapter 12, will host its Dinner Dance on February 21, 2026, at the Danielle Kousoulis Center in Cherry Hill, NJ.
Greece & Cyprus
Greece’s Housing Squeeze Is Getting Harder to Ignore
Rising housing costs in Greece are delaying independence, reshaping demographics, and reducing future economic growth, according to new Alpha Bank research.
Diaspora Voting Feels Fair From Abroad. From Greece, It Doesn’t.
As Greece debates postal voting and diaspora seats in parliament, this opinion examines why overseas voting feels fair abroad but contested inside Greece.
From the NFL to Athens: Los Angeles Chargers Bring Flag Football to Greek Youth
The Los Angeles Chargers hosted a flag football youth camp in Athens at The American College of Greece, bringing students hands-on experience with the sport ahead of its Olympic debut.
Remembering Greek Jewry: Holocaust Remembrance Event Held in New York
An annual Holocaust Remembrance Day event in New York honored the memory of Greek Jewish victims and the preservation of Greek Jewish heritage.
Today in History: January 30, 1923, The Treaty That Uprooted 1.6 Million Lives
On this day in 1923, the forced population exchange between Greece and Turkey became law, tearing 1.6 million people from their homes and reshaping the region forever.
History
Hélène Glykatzi-Ahrweiler Between Greece and Europe
Hélène Glykatzi-Ahrweiler, the Greek-French historian who reshaped Byzantium’s place in Europe and challenged Greek self-perception, has died at 99.
AHIF and Queens College Release Special Journal Issue on the Genocide of Ottoman Christians
AHIF and Queens College release a special Journal of Modern Hellenism issue examining the genocide of Greeks, Armenians, and Assyrians, dedicated to George Mavropoulos.
Remembering Greek Jewry: Holocaust Remembrance Event Held in New York
An annual Holocaust Remembrance Day event in New York honored the memory of Greek Jewish victims and the preservation of Greek Jewish heritage.
Today in History: January 30, 1923, The Treaty That Uprooted 1.6 Million Lives
On this day in 1923, the forced population exchange between Greece and Turkey became law, tearing 1.6 million people from their homes and reshaping the region forever.
Military Tourism in Greece: Where Heritage and Memory Meet
Discover another side of Greece—where battlefields, forts, and war memorials reveal how conflict shaped the nation’s identity from ancient times to World War II.
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