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The Greeks And The Making Of Modern Egypt
The story of the Greeks in Egypt from Muhammad Ali to Nasser From the early nineteenth century through to the 1960s, the Greeks formed the largest, most economically powerful, and geographically and socially diverse of…
Valentini Costa
Valentini Costa (nee Pastris) fell asleep in the Lord on May 22, 2019, at the age of 91. She passed peacefully in her sleep with her family by her side. She was born in the…
Blue & White Pride at Evangelismos Greek Festival
Philadelphia, PA – Smiles were in abundance at the Evangelismos Greek Festival on Saturday. The church dance group is seen here posed for a photo following their performance under the big tent. Guests that attended…
Elizabeth Onassis
Elizabeth Onassis (née Anderson), beloved wife of the late John A. Onassis, mother of Tina F. Onassis, and loving Yiayia of Yianni Onassis, entered into eternal rest, having never awakened from her dreams on Friday,…
Sweets from the Sweet, Holy Trinity’s OPA Greek Festival
Egg Harbor, NJ – Thirty-Seven years is a long time to do anything. But the parishioners of Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church have kept the faith and reached that milestone. In part, because of their…
The Mammoth Of Greek Festivals Has Launched In Wilmington
Wilmington, DE– As far as Greek festivals go, Holy Trinity’s in Wilmington Delaware is colossal, and each year it seems to get bigger. This year, the parishioners added an extra day to the already big…
Hellenic Hearts Invitational Golf Tournament, Making Strides For The Future
Wayne, PA – Hellenic Hearts hosted its third annual golf tournament fundraiser yesterday. On a perfect spring day, the organization members and guests gathered, grew, and formed a deeper bond. A few years ago, John…
A Classic Sign Welcomes you to the St. George Greek Festival
Philadelphia, PA – The vibrance of a city Greek festival like St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral is exciting. The intimacy of setting up and eating practically on the street makes you feel at home. Just…
Jim Frangos
Jim Frangos born on February 19, 1963, and raised in northeast Philadelphia, passed away on May 4, 2019. Jim was the son of Dimitrios and Anthoula Frangos (Pithis) and the brother of Frank Frangos. He…
Let’s Dance, The St. Sophia Greek Festival
Jeffersonville, PA – The Asteria Dance Troupe had the entire crowd under the tent clapping along as they performed at the St. Sophia Greek Festival. Loukoumades on the table, with a traditional Greek coffee and…
Father Peter Thornberg, The Good Shepherd Of The Faithful
Fr. Peter was born and raised in the Washington, D.C. area. He’s Greek roots are found in Kastraki (Kalambaka), Volos, Corinth, Georgitsi (Sparta), and Thessaloniki. The great-grandson of immigrants who came to America in the…
Now We Are On Greek Time, Phillies Greek Heritage Night
Philadelphia, PA – Phillies baseball fans had a one-hour rain delay last night at their game against the visiting St. Louis Cardinals. It didn’t seem to bother most Greek American fans who came out for…
