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Hellenic Hearts Marks 10th Gala with Philotimo Award
Hellenic Hearts marked its 10th annual gala at Ellis Preserve, honoring Georgia Athanasopoulos with the Philotimo Award and highlighting scholarships, aid, and community support.
Cypriot Drama Hold Onto Me Takes Top Prize at Los Angeles Greek Film Festival
Cypriot drama Hold Onto Me won Best Feature Fiction at the 2026 Los Angeles Greek Film Festival Orpheus Awards, marking a strong year for Greek, Cypriot, and diaspora cinema.
Greece Is Building a Wildfire Nervous System. Can It Move Faster Than Fire?
Greece is entering the 2026 wildfire season with more drones, aircraft, satellites, firefighters, and prevention work. The real test is whether the system can act fast enough.
Xenofon Chryssanthakopoulos
Xenofon “Fonda” Chryssanthakopoulos of Toms River passed away on May 29, 2026. Born in Temeni, Greece, he is remembered for his family, Greek roots, and generous spirit.
Alexander the Great, Before the Statue
A forthcoming biography of Alexander the Great offers readers a chance to revisit the Macedonian king beyond the statue, myth, and inherited symbol.
Saint Thomas Summer Camp Returns to Cherry Hill for Two Weeks of Faith and Activities
Saint Thomas Greek Orthodox Church in Cherry Hill will hold its 2026 Summer Camp from June 22 to July 3, with religious education, trips, and activities for children.
Astoria Event to Celebrate Olympism and Kostis Palamas
A cultural event at St. Demetrios School in Astoria will focus on Olympism, the Olympic Hymn, Kostis Palamas, Greek education, and the younger generation.
Philadelphia Radio Voice Glenn Kalina Seeks Living Kidney Donor
Glenn Kalina, a longtime Philadelphia-area broadcaster, is asking the community for help as he seeks a living kidney donor through the National Kidney Registry.
Greek Name Days This Week: May 31 to June 6, 2026
See the Greek name days for May 31 to June 6, 2026, with names listed in English transliteration and Greek letters, from Ermeias and Triada to Martha and Hilarion.
Saint Sophia’s Grecian Festival Opens With Food, Dancing, and Crowds in Jeffersonville
Saint Sophia Greek Orthodox Church opened its Grecian Festival in Jeffersonville with food, dancing, rides, church tours, and a strong Friday evening crowd.
Greek Citizenship Seminar to Be Held at National Hellenic Museum in Chicago
The Consulate General of Greece in Chicago will hold a Greek citizenship seminar on June 10, 2026, for those interested in acquiring or confirming Greek citizenship.
Evangelismos of Theotokos Church to Hold World Cup Ticket Raffle
Evangelismos of Theotokos Greek Orthodox Church in Philadelphia is holding a $10 raffle for two FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets, with the drawing set for June 7.
