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Federation’s Vasilopita Cutting and Meeting
The Federation of Hellenic-American Societies of Philadelphia and the Greater Delaware Valley is inviting all its members, parish councils, organization leaders, parish priests and dance instructors, to a dinner and meeting on Tuesday, January 12,…
St. Demetrios Observes Epiphany Day
Wildwood, NJ – Under an autumn blue sky parishioners looked on, as a wreath touched down into the Atlantic ocean in memory of the many lives lost at 9-11 and parishioners that have passed. A…
St. Demetrios New Year’s Celebration
Upper Darby, PA – The Greek-American community celebrated the New Year at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox church. The countdown to 2016 filled the air with confetti and cheers as the clock struck midnight. Cameras snapped…
How to make the Greek Sweet Melomakarona – A Holiday Tradition
When Christmas and New Year’s arrive in Greek homes, sweets take center stage. These are not just desserts. They are part of the rhythm of the season, shared with family, neighbors, and anyone who happens…
Help a Child from Cyprus coming to Philadelphia for Medical Treatment
Lampros, a 4 1/2 year old boy from Cyprus, has spent most of his life in and out of intensive care at Tel Hashomer-Sheba Hospital near Tel Aviv. His parents, Pantelis and Christina, have been…
Maria “Marigo” Kampouris
Maria (Marigo) Kampouris passed away on December 23rd, 2015 at the age of 81. Maria was born in Chios, Greece. Widow of Demetrios and beloved mother of George, Andrikos, Christos, Nicholas, Constantine, Tilemahos, Anna and…
Pontian Akritai Kalanda Tradition Celebrated
Upper Darby, PA – The Pontian “Akritai” brought in the Christmas season in traditional style this past weekend. Members of the dance troupe and organization stopped in at area Delaware County homes, where they sang…
Father Stephen Peter Theophilos
Father Stephen Peter Theophilos passed away peacefully in his home on December 23rd which was his 84th birthday. Father Steve was born in Montreal, Canada to his loving parents Panayioti and Panayiota Theophilos, from the…
The Christmas Season Has Come Again
The Christmas season has come again. In home and communities through the country, Christmas traditions are rekindled; a reflection of the themes of the season. The same holds true for the Greek-American community of the…
St. Thomas GOYA Brings In A Season Of Goodwill
Cherry Hill, NJ – The St. Thomas GOYA brought in the spirit of Christmas this past Saturday, through song. Some forty members jumped on to a school bus and toured south Jersey, bringing joy and…
Olga “Dolly” C. Demetris
Olga “Dolly” Demetris passed away on December 17, 2015. Beloved wife of the late Jack. Loving and devoted mother of Dennis (Angelique), Alexis (Cary) Limberakis, Lisa (Anthony) Palmieri, LeAnne Kauriga, and Artemis “Tami” (George) Tsingiropoulos. Cherished…
Nicholas D. Mallas
Born to the late James and Diana Mallas and Brother to the late George J. Mallas. Survived by his beloved nieces Diana, Jamie and the late Eleni. Also survived by his grand niece and nephews,…
