in the Community
Stories from the Greek-American community, its institutions, events, and people.
Hats Off to Mothers, Bid-n-Buy
Philadelphia, PA – The Ladies Philoptochos Society “Ai Myrophoroi” of Saint George Cathedral are hosting their annual bid and buy. The annual event will take place at the Cathedral hall on May 6th. 2016. You are…
Announcing Kast Distributors 2016 Food Show
Philadelphia, PA – It’s one of the area’s biggest food events – the Kast Distributors Annual Food Show. Hosted April 26th, 2016, at the Lincoln Financial Field for the second year in a row, the show…
Greek Independence Day Reception
Upper Darby, PA – The St. Demetrios Greek school opened the post-parade reception event with a flag presentation. Master of ceremonies Vasiliki Tsanaktsidou welcomed the guests and honored Evzones. President Stathis Karadonis of the Federation of…
2016 Greek Independence Day Parade: Evzones Triumphant Return to Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PA – They came, stood tall, and launched an overwhelming sense of pride. The Evzones made their return to Philadelphia after nearly a generation (22 years). The day began with Sunday morning services at St.…
Eleftheria Medal Highlights Independence Day Dinner
Cherry Hill, NJ – Three years later, the Eleftheria Medal highlights the Independence Day community banquet. Nick and Athena Karabots smiled and waved as cheers went on around them. The pair were the latest inductees into…
5th Saturday of Lent: The Akathist Hymn at Evangelismos
Recorded on April 3, 2016.Duration: 2:41:18 This recording is brought to you by the parishioners of Evangelismos of Theotokos Greek Orthodox Church in Philadelphia. Evangelismos of Theotokos Greek Orthodox Church6501 Bustleton AvenuePhiladelphia, PA 19149Phone: 215-743-7982
Greek Independence Day Weekend Kicks Off At Philadelphia’s City Hall
Philadelphia, PA – The dry spell is over. After a 22-year lapse from the Greek Independence Day parade in Philadelphia, Greece’s Honor Guard, the Evzones, returned for their first public appearance in full attire. Yesterday, outside…
Pan-Macedonian Society, Local Greek-American Owned Businesses Welcome Evzones
Philadelphia, PA – An action-packed welcome awaited the Evzone contingent of 16 soldiers which came to Philadelphia in preparation for that city’s Greek Independence Day parade. It’s the first time in about 20 years, that the…
Athena And Nick Karabots To Receive The Eleftheria Medal
Philadelphia, PA – The Federation of Hellenic-American Societies of Philadelphia and Greater Delaware Valley has announced that it will award the 2016 Eleftheria Medal to Athena and Nicholas Karabots for their philanthropic contributions to society. The…
Flag Raised by Greeks of St. Anthony’s in Honor of Independence Day
Vineland, NJ – The Hellenic Community held their March 25th Celebration at the Vineland City Hall, on Saturday, April 9th. The event began with an opening prayer by Fr. Apostolos Panos, proistamenos of St. Anthony, followed…
A Day Of Pride At Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church
Elkins Park, PA – A magnificent celebration honoring Greek Independence day and the Evangelismos of Theotokos was offered on Sunday, at the community center of Annunciation Greek Orthodox church in Elkins Park. The Annunciation afternoon school…
Greek Independence Day Parade 2016 Is Approaching
Philadelphia, PA – Greek Independence Day Parade 2016 is approaching. The parade is scheduled to take place this April 17th, 2016. The parade will start at 2:00 pm, and take place along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway.…
