in the Community
Stories from the Greek-American community, its institutions, events, and people.
Megan & James Tie The Knot
Collegeville, PA – Megan Kostans of West Chester and James Corkum of Collegeville tied the knot on Saturday afternoon at the Corkum Family Farm. Some 150 guests witnessed the wedding and were treated to the sounds…
My Big Fat Greek Festival at Evangelismos of Theotokos Returns
Philadelphia, PA – Want to know where the best Greek foods being served. Nope, it’s one of those famous Greek restaurants around the city. It’s Evangelismos of Theotokos Greek Orthodox Church. On the corner of Bustleton…
Greek School Begins at Evangelismos of Theotokos
Philadelphia, PA – Greek school season kicked off again at Evangelismos Greek Orthodox Church in northeast Philly. Some thirty students have registered for the kindergarten through sixth-grade program. The classes are hosted at Ukrainian Center, 700…
GOYA Basketball Preview 2016
As we head into the autumn season, the sports world in the Delaware Valley is alive and well. The whole region has caught a heavy case of “Wentz Fever” as the Eagles have emerged as one…
Hellenic Hearts To Host Inaugural Dinner
This Saturday evening the 1st Hellenic Hearts Inaugural Dinner-membership drive will take place at Estia Restaurant in Philadelphia. The event will feature wine tasting, food stations, and a silent auction. This is a perfect evening to…
Remembering The Life Of Danielle Kousoulis
Williamstown, NJ – Danielle Kousoulis lost her life during the tragic event known as 9-11 at the World Trade Center. For 15 years now, the annual Kousoulis Memorial Golf Outing has been hosted in honor of…
Renee & John Married At St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral
Philadelphia, PA – On Sunday, Renee Koumatos and John Vasiliou married at St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Olde City. The couple met there eighteen months earlier. Renee was baptized at St. George and her grandfather…
Odyssey Charter School Celebrates 10th Anniversary In Olympian Style
Wilmington, DE – Wilmington Chapter #95, Order of AHEPA, executed a most impressive celebration of the 10th Anniversary of the Odyssey Charter School, a school that was created under their watchful eye and guidance. The program…
A Greek Village Comes To Life At The St. Luke Greek Affair
Broomall, PA – It was a feast for the senses at the St. Luke Greek Affair this past week. A Greek village came to life in the Philly suburbs. Greek sweets, traditional meals, and colorful folk…
A Tribute to Gus Sosangelos at St. George Cathedral Fundraiser
Blue Bell, PA – “Without Gus there’s no St. George. Without St. George there would be no Gus. They’re always going to be together”, said John Sarkioglu. Sarkioglu was one of a handful of speakers, among…
St. Thomas Agora Greek Festival 2016
Cherry Hill, NJ – East of the Delaware River, it’s South Jersey’s biggest Greek festival. Hosted at St. Thomas Greek Orthodox Church in Cherry Hill, it features everything under the warm Mediterranean sun that’s Greek. Come…
Artemis “Tami” Tsingiropoulos: Why I Jumped At 50
Broomall, PA – This isn’t the first time we’ve featured Artemis Tsingiropoulos on Cosmos Philly. But it’s not every day we hear about someone in our community skydiving to celebrate their 50th birthday. It’s surreal and…
