in the Community
Stories from the Greek-American community, its institutions, events, and people.
A Month to Be Seen: Canada Debates Hellenic Heritage Recognition
As Canada considers making March a national Hellenic Heritage Month, the debate highlights familiar questions of visibility and belonging for diaspora communities.
Name Days This Week: December 21 – 27, 2025
As Christmas approaches, this week’s Greek Orthodox calendar brings a familiar rhythm of name days, shared across families and generations.
Two Santas, One Winter: A Transatlantic Story of Tradition
A Greek-American educator reflects on Saint Basil, Santa Claus, and how families balance faith, tradition, and identity across cultures.
Thinking About Working Remotely from Greece? What Americans Should Know
Thinking about working remotely from Greece? Americans are discovering that the Digital Nomad Visa makes life in Greece possible without giving up a career in the US. Here’s what to know.
St. Demetrios Youth Share Traditional Greek Kalanta Across the Community
Students from the St. Demetrios Greek School and Sunday School shared traditional Greek kalanta as they visited homes throughout the community during the Christmas season.
Saint Louis University Opens Applications for the 2026–2027 GEP-SLU Scholarship
Saint Louis University has opened applications for the 2026–2027 GEP-SLU Scholarship, offering full tuition and benefits for Greek graduates in the Executive Master of International Business.
Name Days This Week: December 14 – 20, 2025
From Saint Eleftherios to Saint Dionysios, the week of December 14–20 is filled with saints remembered for courage, compassion, and forgiveness. See which names are honored and wish Χρόνια πολλά to loved ones.
The Hellenic Initiative Raises $2.7 Million During Major New York Fundraising Weekend
The Hellenic Initiative raised $2.7 million during a multi-day fundraising effort in New York, highlighting the continued role of the global Greek diaspora in supporting Greece’s long-term recovery.
One Passport Only? What a New Dual Citizenship Bill Could Mean for Greek Americans
A new 2025 Senate bill would force dual U.S. citizens to choose one nationality or lose American citizenship. What’s real, what’s unlikely, and why Greek Americans are watching closely.
Holy Cross Land Sale Sparks Debate in Greek-American Community
Holy Cross moves toward a major land sale as leaders cite financial stability, while community members weigh the future of America’s Orthodox seminary.
Delaware Valley Knossos Hosts New Jersey Tribute for Vasilis Skoulas’ 65 Years of Cretan Music
A packed ballroom in New Jersey, live Cretan music, and a rare honor as Delaware Valley Knossos hosted a major tribute event for legendary Vasilis Skoulas.
Why Catholic and Orthodox Easter Fall on Different Dates, and Why the Question Matters Again
Why do Catholic and Orthodox Easter fall on different dates, and why is the question resurfacing now? We look at the history, the calendars, and what this moment means for Greek Americans.
