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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…
Job Opening at St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral
St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Philadelphia is looking to hire a new administrative assistant. The Administrative assistant will execute the general office duties of the Cathedral office to support the clerical, secretarial and administration…
Hats Off To The Annunciation Greek Festival
Elkins Park, PA – “Each Memorial Day weekend, everyone becomes Greek in Elkins Park”, said one guest. It sure looked that way at the Annunciation Greek Festival yesterday. The lines were longer than ever and…
Authentic Customs At The Evangelismos Greek Festival
It’s the real deal. The Evangelismos Greek Food Festival hosted in northeast Philadelphia is all about tradition. From June 6th through the 9th 2019, the best Greek food in the area will be available. It’s…
Marina Katranis
Marina Katranis passed away on May 16, 2019. Marina was a loving wife to her husband Panagiotis Issariotis; a wonderful sister to Angela Kotsopoulos and Connie Tavani; and a devoted aunt to several nieces and…
The St. George Cathedral Greek Festival, Loukoumades made with Love
Your gonna love the Loukoumades at this Greek Festival. And it all starts on Wednesday for lunch. St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral will host its annual Greek Festival from Wednesday, May 29th to Sunday, June…
The 88th AHEPA 5th District Convention, Bouzoukia On The Battleship
All aboard the Battleship New Jersey for the 88th AHEPA District #5 Convention. The three-day affair features a Bouzouki Night on the Battleship, a Golf Tournament, a Cigar Smoker on the Battleship Waterfront, a Basketball…
Upper Darby Greek Festival, The First Big Greek Cook Out Of Spring
Upper Darby, PA – The smells hit you first—grilled souvlaki, fried loukoumades, a hint of cinnamon from the galaktoboureko table. Then the music pulls you in. By the time you pass under the blue-and-white striped…
