in the Community
Stories from the Greek-American community, its institutions, events, and people.
Greek-Americans Pull Off Political Hat Trick
Three well-known members of Philadelphia’s Greek-American community, Rainey Papademetriou, Esq. Harry J. Karapalides, Esq., and Stavroula Kotrotsios, Esq., claimed victories on Tuesday in key political races from the City of Philadelphia to the suburbs of Delaware…
St. George Church of Media hosts Golf Fundraiser – Photo gallery
Paoli, PA – The St. George Greek Orthodox church golf fundraiser was hosted this past Monday night at the Waynesboro Country Club. The 18 hole event included a dinner and award ceremony. It brought together many…
Philanthropic Effort through Sports for St. George
Paoli, PA – “The fundraising efforts go towards keeping the doors open” said John Aivazoglou a parishioner and one of the co-chairs at the St. George Golf fundraiser. On Monday, sports lovers and friends of St.…
Judge Harry Karapalides wins
Drexel Hill, PA – Judge Harry Karapalides wins 3rd term as district judge. The votes were just tallied and the official announcements have just been announced in Drexel Hill Pennsylvania. Republican incumbent Karapalides ran In the…
Philadelphia Community Assembles For Pontian Genocide Memorial Service
Upper Darby, PA – The Pontian Akritai of Philadelphia commemorated the Pontian Genocide on Sunday at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox church. The event recognizes the loss of homeland and 353, 000 people that were victims of…
Evangelismos of Theotokos to host Greek Festival 2015
Evangelismos Greek Orthodox Church on Bustleton Avenue will host its annual Greek Festival from June 4 through June 7. Visitors can enjoy homemade Greek food, authentic folk dancing, and a welcoming community atmosphere. Admission and parking…
Upper Darby Greek Festival Has Kefi
Upper Darby, PA – With open arms, big smiles and in traditional fashion, the season’s first Greek festival kicked off with an overabundance of kefi. Parishioners stood by at the entrance and greeted anyone and everyone…
Festival Season Kicks Off At The Upper Darby Greek Festival – Photo Gallery
Upper Darby, PA – Like a big family picnic, the Upper Darby Greek Festival brought together a community for a celebration that was all things Greek. Great food, music and everything in between was on the…
The Divine Liturgy at St. Sophia, May 17, 2015
Recorded on May 17, 2015.Duration: 2 h 34 min This recording is brought to you by the parishioners of Saint Sophia Greek Orthodox Church in Jeffersonville. Saint Sophia Greek Orthodox Church900 S Trooper RdJeffersonville, PA 19403Phone: 610-650-8960www.saintsophiachurch.org
Greek Island Themed Fundraiser At St. Thomas
Cherry Hill, NJ – The St. Irene Ladies Philoptochos Society of St. Thomas hosted their 37th annual bid and buy yesterday. The event theme, “The Greek Islands,” decorated each table with island names from Mykonos to…
Island Paradise Bid ‘n’ Buy At St. Thomas – Photo Gallery
Cherry Hill, NJ – Mykonos, Santorini, Ikaria, Crete, the list of tables topped off with Island names, filled with parishioners and members of the Jersey community. It was the annual Bid and Buy fundraiser, hosted by…
St. George Cathedral Greek Festival 2015
Philadelphia, PA – Souvlakia, spanakopita, and all things Greek will be shared and celebrated at the annual St. George Cathedral Greek Festival from May 28 to May 31. This beloved neighborhood tradition brings together Old Greek…
