in the Community
Stories from the Greek-American community, its institutions, events, and people.
Philadelphia’s & Greater Delaware Valley’s Federation Meets Greek PM Alexis Tsipras
New York – Greece’s Governing Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras, who was paying an official visit to New York held a short meeting with the President of the Federation of Hellenic Societies of Philadelphia and the Greater…
Orthodox Faithful Gather for 66th Annual Blessing of the Waters
Asbury Park, NJ – This past Sunday afternoon hundreds of Greek Orthodox faithful gathered on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean, adjacent to the Paramount boardwalk pier. The occasion was to celebrate the annual Blessing of…
2015 Sts. Constantine & Helen Greek Food Bazaar
Reading, PA – It’s the largest Greek food festival in Berks County and it’s happening this October 16th through the 18th. The weekend long event, takes place at Sts. Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church. Thousands…
Evangelismos Greek Fall Festival Features Food Fun And Music
Philadelphia, PA – Bustleton avenue was a bit busier this weekend in Northeast Philadelphia this past weekend. Evangelismos Greek Orthodox church hosted another successful Greek food festival. Parishioners faces filled with smiles as guests lined the…
Pope Francis Historic Visit To Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PA – He came, saw and spread the message of the Catholic church. It was a message that united Catholics and the people of Philadelphia on this historic occasion. Pope Francis, the 266th Pope of…
Bustleton Avenue Bustles With Greek Food Festival – Photo Gallery
Philadelphia, PA – Bustleton avenue was a bit busier in Northeast Philadelphia this past weekend. Evangelismos Greek Orthodox church hosted another successful Greek food festival. Parishioners faces filled with smiles as guests lined the big tent…
A Fresh Start For St. Demetrios Greek School
Upper Darby, PA – Saint Demetrios Greek school kicked off the new academic year with many changes this month. “Classrooms got a fresh coat of paint, desks and ipads for students to explore the digital world.…
Annunciation Greek School Program Continues Growth
On Tuesday September 22, 2015, the Annunciation Elkins Park Greek School welcomed students and parents to start off the new school year with an Agiasmos Service and Back to School Night. By John Avgiris The Community…
Bingo Bags And Baklava 2015 At St. Thomas
Cherry Hill, NJ – St. Thomas Greek Orthodox Church will do it again. Come out for an evening of fun. This annual benefit for the youth ministries titled, “Bingo, Bags, Baklava” is now in its fifth…
Time for Greek School at Evangelismos Church
Father Alexandros of Evangelismos of Theotokos Church, Bustleton Avenue, performed the Greek School Blessing on Sunday, September 20, 2015. With thirty-three students and five teachers, the school continues to thrive and grow while focusing on grade-specific…
St. Luke Greek Festival – A Journey Through A Greek Weekend Village
Broomall, PA – When it comes to putting their Greek on, the St. Luke Greek community does it with class and pride. Smiling faces and warm hearts greeted you as you promenaded through campus that echoed…
She said Yes! Renee Koumatos and John Vasiliou Engaged to be married
Philadelphia, PA – It happened on the steps of the Philadelphia Art Museum yesterday. John Vasiliou (of Philadelphia, PA) surprised Renee Koumatos (of Morristown, NJ) and popped the question. Cosmos Philly was invited out to capture…
