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the Cosmos Philly Staff
Hellenic University Club of Wilmington Plans December 18 Christmas Gala
The holiday gathering at Mendenhall Inn in Pennsylvania will feature dinner, wine, and live music. Reservations are due December 10.
Greek-Inspired Opera Concert Set for February 28 in Wilmington
The Hellenic University Club of Wilmington and Wilmington Concert Opera will present an afternoon performance at Covenant Community Center. Students may attend free.
Byzantine Christmas Concert to Feature Sacred Hymns and Greek Carols in Cherry Hill
The December 20 concert at St. Thomas Greek Orthodox Church will feature the School of Byzantine Music Choir, the St. Thomas Choir, and the Politikon Ensemble.
Hellenic University Club of Philadelphia Plans December 5 Christmas Party
Members and nonmembers are invited to Bala Golf Club for dinner and holiday music by Gene Cortopassi. Reservations must be received by December 1.
United Chios Society of Philadelphia Plans First Friendsgiving Dinner
The November 19 gathering at Annunciation Church will include dinner, a food collection, and discussions about upcoming society events and elections. Admission is free.
Cyprus Society of Greater Philadelphia to Mark 70 Years With Anniversary Dinner
The November 14 dinner at Adelphia in Deptford will honor former society president Georghia Kurnellas, with live music by the Kefi Band.
Georgette Liadis
A longtime member of St. Luke Greek Orthodox Church in Broomall, Liadis was active in Soroptimist International and received an Archdiocese service award in 2012.
Mary Missiras
A longtime member of St. Luke Greek Orthodox Church in Broomall, Mary Missiras devoted more than 50 years to Philoptochos, including decades preparing meals for families of hospitalized children.
Pericles Rengepis
Born to Greek immigrant parents from Kalamata, Rengepis spent much of his life in the Philadelphia area before retiring to Florida. He passed away on November 5, 2026.
Pontian Society “Akritai” of Philadelphia Plans 87th Annual Dinner Dance
The November 28 gathering in Upper Darby will feature live Pontian music, traditional dancing, and dinner at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church.
Greece Backs Plan to Improve Access to Ithaca’s “School of Homer”
Greece has backed plans to improve access to an archaeological site in northern Ithaca where ancient inscriptions have helped researchers identify a sanctuary dedicated to Odysseus.
Modestos Sitaras
Originally from Chios, Greece, Sitaras operated Mike’s Garage in Chester for nearly five decades and remained active in the Delaware Valley’s Greek-American community.
