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Wilmington Greek Festival Returns to Holy Trinity Cathedral June 1
The Wilmington Greek Festival returns June 1 to 6, 2026, at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral with indoor dining, outdoor booths, live music, dancers, vendors, and take-out service.
What Amphipolis’ Water System Tells Us About the Life Beneath the Monuments
A Spanish-led project is mapping Amphipolis’ ancient water system, revealing how hydraulic infrastructure sustained the city across Classical, Roman, and Byzantine periods.
Who Gets to Reimagine Homer? Nolan’s Odyssey and the Fight Over Casting
Christopher Nolan’s Odyssey has sparked debate over Lupita Nyong’o as Helen of Troy, raising questions about Homer, Greek culture, Hollywood, and myth.
Greek Name Days This Week: May 17 to May 23, 2026
Greek name days for May 17 to May 23, 2026, including Andronikos, Iounia, Julia, Lydia, Constantine, Helen, Emilia, and other names celebrated in the Orthodox calendar.
Upper Darby Greek Festival Continues All Weekend Under the Big White Tent
St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church in Upper Darby continues its Greek Wine and Food Festival with food, pastries, wine, music, dancing, free parking, and online ordering.
George Polk’s Murder and the Cold War Case Greece Never Solved
CBS correspondent George Polk was found murdered in Thessaloniki Bay in 1948. His death remains one of the unresolved crimes of the Greek Civil War.
National YAL Conference Reaches Capacity Ahead of July Gathering in Cleveland
The 2026 National Young Adult League Conference will take place July 1 to 5 in Cleveland, Ohio, as a parallel young adult gathering during the 48th Biennial Clergy-Laity Congress.
Greece Expands 2026 Programs for the Greek Diaspora
Greece has expanded its 2026 diaspora programs, including camps, language courses, cultural programs, and a new Heritage Surf Camp on Lemnos.
Christine Lee
Christine Lee of Jamison, Pennsylvania, passed away on May 10, 2026, at 56. She is remembered for her devotion to family, friendships, and St. Luke Greek Orthodox Church.
THI Volunteer Connect Links the Greek Diaspora with Service Opportunities Across Greece
The Hellenic Initiative’s Volunteer Connect platform helps Greek Americans, diaspora Greeks, and philhellenes find volunteer opportunities with nonprofit organizations across Greece.
No Sunbeds, No Beach Bars: Greece Expands Protection for 251 Fragile Beaches
Greece has expanded its list of highly protected beaches to 251, restricting sunbeds, beach bars, concessions, motor vehicles, amplified music, and other activities in fragile coastal zones.
St. Sophia Philoptochos to Host Indoor Flea Market in Jeffersonville
St. Sophia Philoptochos will host an indoor flea market with 60 stalls on May 16 at St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Church in Jeffersonville.
