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George Bassounas
George Bassounas was born on January 1, 1925, to John Bassounas and Vasiliki Tsiantis Bassounas in the village of Megalo Peristeri in Epiros. In his early 30’s he emigrated to the United States where he…
Flag Raised by Greeks of St. Anthony’s in Honor of Independence Day
Vineland, NJ – The Hellenic Community held their March 25th Celebration at the Vineland City Hall, on Saturday, April 9th. The event began with an opening prayer by Fr. Apostolos Panos, proistamenos of St. Anthony,…
In Memory Of Marika Trizonis
Marika Papouris Trizonis, who left us in the spring of 2015, was a treasure in the Greek-American community of Philadelphia. She hailed from Aretsou, a beautiful suburb of Constantinople. After the Asia Minor catastrophe in…
A Day Of Pride At Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church
Elkins Park, PA – A magnificent celebration honoring Greek Independence day and the Evangelismos of Theotokos was offered on Sunday, at the community center of Annunciation Greek Orthodox church in Elkins Park. The Annunciation afternoon…
Greek Independence Day Parade 2016 Is Approaching
Philadelphia, PA – Greek Independence Day Parade 2016 is approaching. The parade is scheduled to take place this April 17th, 2016. The parade will start at 2:00 pm, and take place along the Benjamin Franklin…
Blue And White Returns To 2nd Annual Sixers Greek Heritage Night
Philadelphia, PA – The Greek community came out last night for the 2nd annual Greek Heritage Night at the Philadelphia 76ers game against the New York Knicks. Blue and White flags and Greece T-shirts covered…
Greek Independence Day Parade – Details Finalized
Upper Darby, PA – The Federation of Hellenic-American Societies of Philadelphia and Greater Delaware Valley met again at the Pontian Club house last night, where they wrapped up the final details of this year’s Greek…
Is it Time to End the Greek Independence Parade?
Most of us have been around a while and have seen our share of Greek Independence Parades sponsored by the Federation of Hellenic American Societies and Churches of Philadelphia. In the early years, we’ve marched…
Theatre Performance Highlights Greek Independence Day at St. George
Media, PA – Greek Independence Day poems and songs were performed on Sunday at St. George Greek Orthodox church. The pre k through 8th grade classes united for the day and shined with pride as…
Zito I Hellas, Greek Independence Day Celebrations At St. Thomas Greek School
Cherry Hill, NJ – Greek Independence day celebrations continued this week at St. Thomas Greek Orthodox church. The K through 8th Greek school program featured a theatre performance about the Greek revolution of 1821. Students…
Anagennesis – A Renaissance Of The Hellenic Psyche Is Well Overdue
It is common sense for a country (regardless of the political ideology of its people) to unite on issues of importance regarding national security and national interests. Political divisions are expected, but, to my knowledge,…
Holy Trinity Philoptochos Donates $10,000 to Local and International Charities
In keeping with Lent and our quest to couple “faith with works” the National Philoptochos Chapter, St. Elpida of Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, Egg Harbor Township, NJ, will be presenting checks to the Covenant…
