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Oxi Day, The Day Of No!
At 3 am on the morning of October 28th, 1940, Emanuele Grazzi, the Italian ambassador to Greece, delivered an ultimatum from Benito Mussolini to Prime Minister Ioannis Metaxas. Il Duce demanded that Metaxas allow the…
AHEPA Welcomes President Obama’s November Visit to Greece
Washington, DC – Supreme President Andrew C. Zachariades issued the following statement on today’s White House announcement that President Barack Obama will visit Greece, November 15, 2016: “AHEPA welcomes today’s announcement that President Obama will…
Ludlow Greek Americans in the Colorado Coal War
On September 15, 1913, the United Mine Workers union voted to strike in southern Colorado to protest dangerous working conditions and poor pay. The strike eventually blew up into one of the most violent times…
George Psarianos
George Psarianos passed away on October 18, 2016, at the age of 88. George was born in Chios, Greece and was the husband of the late Kyriaki (Kitsa) and beloved father of Petros and Konstantinos.…
Petros Kolokithias
Petros Kolokithias passed away on October 18, 2016, at the age of 91. Petros was born in Chios, Greece and was the husband of Argerou, beloved father of Stella and Jimmy, brother of Helen Gianoumis…
Elisavet Kousis
Elisavet (Liza) Kousis passed away on the 17th of October 2016. Born in 1933 in Ardassa, Greece, she was the first daughter of Georgios and Sophia Romanidis, who arrived there with their families from Trapezounta,…
Astra Foods Sponsors 2nd Annual Philly Cheesesteak Eating Contest
Philadelphia, PA – On Saturday, the 2nd annual Philly Cheesesteak and Food Festival was hosted at Citizen Park parking lot. The event featured some 50 food vendors, live music and plenty of hungry cheesesteak fans.…
Philopatria Beneficial Velvendinon Society Dinner Dance
On Saturday, November 12, 2016, the Velvendinon Society “Philopatria” will host a dinner dance. The dance starts at 7:00 pm and will be hosted at the Danielle Kousoulis center, at St. Thomas Greek Orthodox Church.…
55th Anniversary Dance, Corthion Andros Society
Corthion Andros Society is hosting its 55th Anniversary Dance on October 30, 2016. The annual event brings together an entire community for dancing, food, and fun. The event will be hosted at the Merion in…
Sweets And Dance Treats, A Taste Of Greece Weekend For St. George In Media
Media, PA – The flaky and hot sweet galaktobouriko was perfect this weekend at the St. George, “Taste of Greece” festival. Saying it may be difficult, but having just one slice is even harder. The…
St. Thomas Agora Celebrates 38th Year
Cherry Hill, NJ – St. Thomas Agora was alive with the aromas and sounds of Greece on Friday night. Thousands of Greek food enthusiasts gathered for the 38th annual Agora Festival held on the church…
St. George Cathedral to Host Mini Festival
Philadelphia, PA – St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral will be hosting a mini-festival. On October 13th, 14th, and 16th, the Cathedral will open its doors their community center. Traditional Greek foods, such as spanakopita, souvlakia,…
