in the Community
Stories from the Greek-American community, its institutions, events, and people.
A Salute To Our Evzones, Welcome To Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church
Wilmington, DE – A great sense of pride overcame the Wilmington Greek community yesterday that filled their church gymnasium in anticipation for the arrival of the Greek Presidential Guard. Dignitaries, dancers, and guests looked on as…
Great Vesper at Evangelismos, March 24, 2017
Recorded on March 24, 2017. Duration: 1:44:57 This recording is brought to you by the parishioners of Evangelismos of Theotokos Greek Orthodox Church in Philadelphia. Evangelismos of Theotokos Greek Orthodox Church 6501 Bustleton Avenue Philadelphia, PA…
Remarks By President Trump At Greek Independence Day Celebration
East Room, March 24, 2017, 2:37 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: I love the Greeks. Oh, do I love the Greeks. (Laughter and applause.) Don’t forget, I come from New York. That’s all I see, is Greeks. They…
President Trump Hosts Greek Independence Day Reception
President Trump hosted a White House event commemorating Greek Independence Day. He talked about Greek heritage and sovereignty and how freedom and democracy have formed a bond between the U.S. and Greece. Joining the president were…
President Donald J. Trump Proclaims March 25, 2017, as Greek Independence Day
GREEK INDEPENDENCE DAY: A NATIONAL DAY OF CELEBRATION OF GREEK AND AMERICAN DEMOCRACY, 2017 BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION This year marks the 196th anniversary of Greek independence. Greek and…
Hellenic Hearts Releases Schedule For Egp’s Inaugural Mentoring Event
Hellenic Hearts, a non-profit organization created to establish a need-based safety net for Hellenes in the Greater Philadelphia area, officially released the schedule and agenda for its Educational Guidance Program Inaugural Mentoring Event to be held…
Photo Tour And Presentation, “The Immigrant Experience”
Philadelphia, PA – The Greek American Heritage Society of Philadelphia is hosting its third Photographic Tour and Presentation, “The Immigrant Experience.” The community is invited to participate and attend the event that will showcase the immigrant…
Long Time Member Of The Greek American Community, Carry Mossaidis Turns 80
Upper Darby, PA – At the Pontian Akritai clubhouse, surrounded by his grandchildren, Carry Mossaidis smiles for a photo op for the books. Family members, friends, and relatives came out for a surprise party and to…
Greek Independence Day Parade Final Preparations – Wrap Up
Upper Darby, PA – The Federation of Hellenic American Societies of Philadelphia and Greater Delaware hosted its final meeting before the Greek Independence Day parade yesterday. Final details for the week-long events were confirmed. The Evzones,…
Veneration Of The Cross And 78th Pontian Akritai Anniversary
Upper Darby, PA – Two celebrations shared church services this Sunday at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church. The Veneration of the Cross and the 78th anniversary of the Akritai of Philadelphia. Sunday school students participated in…
Poems and songs focused on the Greek liberation at Evangelismos
Philadelphia, PA – The students of Evangelismos of Theotokos presented their March 25th poems this past Sunday. Together with their teachers, Maria Houvardas, Zonivia Plytas, Liza Karakasidis and teacher/principal Agnes Zidros, they showcased their dedication to…
Philadelphia Soccer Fans Panathinaikos and Olympiakos Cheer on Teams
Villanova, PA – The two “eternal rivals” met yesterday at Panathinaikos’ stadium, while Panatha Philadelphia fans along with Olympiakos fans enjoyed the game live at Nova Grill in suburban Philadelphia. Greek-Americans sporting red and green jerseys…
