in the Community
Stories from the Greek-American community, its institutions, events, and people.
AHEPA Athletic Hall Of Fame Announces 2016 Inductees
Washington, DC – The Hellenic Athletic Hall of Fame Selection Committee of the American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association (AHEPA), has selected its Hall of Fame Class of 2016, announced Supreme President John W. Galanis and Gregory…
AHEPA Family Members Commemorate 20th Anniversary Of Tribute Sculpture Dedication
AHEPA family members gathered to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the dedication of the “Tribute to Olympism” Sculpture, June 4, Atlanta, GA. The $775,000 sculpture, dedicated June 1, 1996, stands in Atlanta’s Centennial Park as a…
LILA Fashion International Announces Opening of Retail Boutique in Manayunk
The women’s fashion & lifestyle brand, owned by Greek-American sisters, will introduce local fashionistas to an eclectic mix of overseas designers Manayunk, PA – Local shoppers hunting from home for overseas styles now have LILA Fashion…
AHEPA’s Statement on Hagia Sophia
Washington, DC – Supreme President John W. Galanis has issued the following statement on the Turkish government’s decision to allow a daily reading from The Koran during Ramadan in Hagia Sophia, a UNESCO World Heritage Site: “Hagia Sophia…
Spiliotis Elected As Federation President
Upper Darby, PA – Nikolaos Spiliotis was elected to the position of President of the Federation of Hellenic American Societies of Philadelphia and the Greater Delaware Valley on Tuesday. During the annual spring meeting hosted at…
Congratulations Aris Tsingiropoulos!
Broomall, PA – On June 7th, Aristotle “Aris” Tsingiropoulos graduated from Bayard Rustin High school, and 4 days later the celebration of this milestone was given by his parents. For those of those that know Aris,…
Macedonia is Greek Resolution
On the occasion of the 2016 Clergy Laity Assembly and Philoptochos Convention of the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of New Jersey held at “The Venetian” in Garfield, NJ, on May 16-17, 2016; be it resolved that: “Whereas, the…
A Little Slice of Greece at Philly Greek Festival
Philadelphia, PA – It’s about as authentic as you can get. The Greek food served at Evangelismos Greek Orthodox, during it’s annual Greek Festival is the real deal. And the parishioners that prepare and serve bring…
Wilmington Delaware Goes Greek
Wilmington, DE – Greek food fans lined up for Gyros and Loukoumades throughout the night at this landmark festival, where the aromas they create are part of the long tradition visitors have come to expect. Holy…
The 11th Annual Journey to Greece 2016 Summer Program
June 23 – July 23, 2016. Study at a fully accredited US University in Greece; learn about modern and ancient Greece. See and experience the beauty of the country and its people and earn transferable University…
AHI Conducts Annual Trip To Greece, Cyprus
Washington, DC — A delegation from the American Hellenic Institute (AHI) completed the organization’s annual leadership trip to Greece and Cyprus, where it held substantive meetings with high-ranking government officials to strengthen relations and address issues…
Greek Sweets Anchor Holy Trinity Greek Festival
Egg Harbor Twp, NJ – The fun at this Greek Festival really begins weeks before the launch date. It all starts with loyal parishioners who seemingly become full-time employees of the church working round the clock…
