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Detroit Exhibition Highlights the Women of the Greek Revolution
A new exhibition at the Hellenic Museum of Michigan explores the women of the Greek Revolution of 1821 through contemporary art, film screenings, and cultural programming.
International Women’s Day Event at Greek Consulate in New York to Feature Leadership Panels
The Greek Consulate in New York will host an International Women’s Day discussion on March 6 featuring leaders from business, medicine, media, and the Greek-American community.
Philadelphia’s “Greek Mob”: What Actually Happened Behind the Myth
What was the “Greek Mob” in Philadelphia? A closer look at Steve Bouras, the 1981 killings, and what the records actually show.
Konstantinos Davidis
Konstantinos Davidis, a Greek-American restaurateur and longtime member of the Philadelphia community, passed away on February 28, 2026, at age 96.
Beneath the Waves: Art Trembanis to Speak in Wilmington on Greece’s Submerged Past
Marine scientist Art Trembanis, featured on Drain the Oceans, will speak in Wilmington on March 7 about underwater research at the ancient port of Kenchreai.
Photography Contest for U.S. 250th Anniversary “Hellenic Footprints: Greek Stories in Midwest”
The Consulate General of Greece in Chicago and the Hellenic Museum of Michigan launch a Midwest photography contest for the U.S. 250th anniversary. Deadline April 20, 2026.
Name Days this Week: March 1 – 7, 2026
Greek name days for the first week of March 2026, listing names celebrated between March 1 and 7.
Koliva (Κόλλυβα): The Sweetness We Share When We Remember
Koliva (κόλλυβα) is the ceremonial wheat dish prepared for Greek Orthodox memorial services and Saturdays of Souls, rooted in centuries of tradition.
Antigone (This Play I Read in High School): A Different Kind of Return at The Public Theater
A new staging of Antigone at The Public Theater in New York reimagines the classic Greek tragedy for today, with early previews pointing to a contemporary shift in focus.
Consul General Iphigenia Kanara to Speak at Museum of the American Revolution Fundraiser
Iphigenia Kanara, Consul General of Greece in New York, will speak at a March 15 fundraiser hosted by Tritonia #129 Daughters of Penelope in Philadelphia.
Hope & JOY Koliva Workshop This Friday at Annunciation in Elkins Park
Young parishioners at Annunciation in Elkins Park will learn the meaning and preparation of koliva in a Hope & Joy workshop on February 27.
Ikariotiko Dinner Dance Draws Overflow Crowd in Cherry Hill
Overflow crowd fills Saint Thomas Greek Orthodox Church in Cherry Hill for the Pan-Icarian Brotherhood’s annual Ikariotiko Dinner Dance.
