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From Hippocrates to Today: Greek Physicians to Gather in Chicago on April 14
Greek and Greek-American physicians will gather at the National Hellenic Museum on April 14 for an evening organized by the Consulate General of Greece in Chicago.
AHEPA Cigar Smoker Set for May 6 in Deptford, NJ
AHEPA hosts a cigar smoker on May 6, 2026, at Adelphia’s in Deptford, NJ, featuring dinner, open bar, cigars, and raffle prizes.
“The Spirit of 1821” Brings Music and Memory to Long Island City Ahead of NYC Parade
“The Spirit of 1821” will take place April 14 in Long Island City, bringing music, traditional costumes, and community participation ahead of the NYC Greek Independence Day Parade.
Greek from Greece Hosts Coffee Pop-up Party in Philadelphia on April 25
Greek from Greece will host a coffee pop-up party in Philadelphia on April 25 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., with DJ Achilles and $12 admission.
Mount Athos and the Question That Won’t Go Away: Why Women Are Still Barred
Mount Athos has barred women for nearly 1,000 years. A look at the history, theology, and ongoing debate over one of Greece’s most unique places.
Greek-American Zach Galifianakis Debuts New Netflix Series, ‘This Is a Gardening Show’
Greek-American comedian Zach Galifianakis stars in a new Netflix series, This Is a Gardening Show, premiering April 22, 2026.
National Hellenic Museum in Chicago Announces April Online Events
The National Hellenic Museum in Chicago is hosting a series of online events in April, including discussions, book clubs, and a film screening on Greek history and culture.
When Easter Meant Obligation: A Memory from Asia Minor Before Everything Changed
A Greek testimony from Asia Minor recalls Easter, shared traditions, and how everyday life changed before the communities disappeared.
Europe’s Entry/Exit System Is Now in Effect: What Travelers to Greece Need to Know
Greece says the EU’s Entry/Exit System is active for non-EU travelers, though biometric scans may be paused at busy airports during peak traffic.
Patriarch Bartholomew Received at French Academy in Paris
Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew was received as a foreign associate member of a leading French academy, highlighting the place of Orthodoxy in Western intellectual life.
AHI Honors Three Greek Americans for Leadership and Service in Washington
The American Hellenic Institute honored Helen A. Carlos, Savas Tsivicos, and Stavros Veletsis at its 52nd anniversary awards dinner in Washington, D.C.
Greece Is Still Safe. So Why Are Travelers Hesitating?
Travel to Greece remains safe in 2026, but regional conflict and rising airfare costs are making travelers more cautious before booking.
