in the Community
Stories from the Greek-American community, its institutions, events, and people.
Batmobile Creator George Barris dies at 89
George Barris, son of a Greek immigrant from Chios, King of The Kustomizers and Batmobile creator died last Thursday. He was 89 years old. His son, Brett Baris, wrote on Facebook: Sorry to have to post…
Six Years Later, Bingo, Baklava And Bags Annual Tradition Grows
Cherry Hill, NJ – Six years later “Bingo Bags and Baklava” continues to grow in its popularity as a fundraiser. The annual St. Thomas Greek Orthodox event, drew more than 450 guests this year. Greek hors…
PGBL: Wolfpack Hold Off Warriors
Upper Darby, PA – The Warriors redeemed themselves last night at St. Demetrios with a tough victory over the scrappy Warriors, and now share the top spot of 1st place. In game two, the Kings also…
Peter Kousoulis Speaks On The Importance Of Rebuilding St. Nicholas
Haddonfield, NJ – On Saturday, November 14th, at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church in Upper Darby, the St. Nicholas Concert Fundraiser will take place. The event is being hosted to raise funds for the rebuilding of…
26th Annual AHEPA Cancer Research Foundation Fundraiser
Edison, NJ – This Saturday, November 7th, 2015, the Fifth District Cancer Research Foundation will host its 26th Annual Fall Gala at Pines Manor in Edison NJ. The event raises awareness and awards funds for cancer.…
Cretans of Greater Philadelphia 25th Anniversary Dinner Dance
Deptford, NJ – The Cretans of Greater Philadelphia, will host their 25th Anniversary Dinner Dance on November 21st, 2015. Straight from Crete, lyra player and singer Nikos Zoithakis will perform live and bring the traditional sounds of…
Come Out And Witness An Evening Honoring The Cypriot Wedding Tradition
Wilmington, DE – The Cyprus Society of Greater Philadelphia “Makarios III”, in collaboration with the Pancyprian Dance Group, present on November 14th, 2015, 6:00 pm, an evening honoring the Cypriot Wedding Tradition. Cypriot Weddings are known…
Pan-Macedonian Annual Dance, A night of Kefi
Media, PA – The Pan-Macedonian Annual Dance is approaching. This November 21st, at St. George Greek Orthodox church in Media will be scene of some of the best dancing and music of the year. Stoxos Entertainment…
Sixth Annual Metropolitan Evangelos Ambassador Awards
Cinnaminson, NJ – This past Sunday, the sixth annual Metropolitan Evangelos Ambassador Awards Banquet took place. The event recognized and awarded members of the Greek Orthodox community for their devotion to Orthodoxy at their respective churches.…
Evangelismos of Theotokos Benefit Party & Dinner Dance for GOYA
Philadelphia, PA – Evangelismos of the Theotokos Greek Orthodox church is hosting a dinner dance benefit party for the GOYA. Stoxos Entertainment will be the featured band. Their high energy and interactive musical performance, promises to…
Philadelphia’s Greek Community To Host St. Nicholas Concert Fundraiser
Upper Darby, PA – Under the Auspices of his Eminence Metropolitan Evangelos of New Jersey, The Federation of Hellenic American Societies of Philadelphia and the Delaware Valley, Presents, “Rebuilding St. Nicholas Concert”. The Greek community of…
Daughters Of Penelope Nike #230 To Host Holiday Bazaar & Craft Fair
Cherry Hill, NJ – On Saturday, November 14, 2015, The Daughters of Penelope, Nike chapter #230 will be hosting their annual Holiday Bazaar and Craft show at the Danielle Kousoulis Cultural Center adjacent to St. Thomas…
