in the Community
Stories from the Greek-American community, its institutions, events, and people.
Father Steven Vlahos To Be Honored And Interviewed For 50 Years Of Service
West Deptford, NJ – What a celebration it will be. A half century in the clergy. He is known throughout the Greek Orthodox community of the Delaware Valley for his his warmth and candor, not to…
Vassiliki Vadarlis Baptism – Photo Gallery
Philadelphia, PA – Vassiliki Vadarlis was baptized on October 19, 2014 at 3:30pm at Evangelismos of Theotokos Greek Orthodox church on Bustleton Avenue. The proud parents Ioannis, Bella and big brother Giorgo Vadarlis were blessed and…
Announcing Demation Brotherhood Dinner Dance
Philadephia’s Brotherhood of Demati, one of the oldest Greek organizations in Philadelphia, is hosting its annual dinner dance on Saturday, November 8, 2014, 6:30 pm, at the Grand Ballroom of the Adelphia Restaurant, 1750 Clements Bridge…
GOYA League Action Down The Shore: Holy Trinity’s Square Off, Split
GOYA League action also resumed down the shore this weekend, with a battle of the two Holy Trinity parishes taking place in Egg Harbor, with each church taking home a victory on the day. Four weeks…
On their way to a Million, AHEPA Fifth District Cancer Foundation
Edison, NJ – “Another step closer to raising a million dollars”, were the words echoed throughout the night. The AHEPA Fifth District Cancer Foundation now in it’s 25th year has created a long legacy of continued…
Annunciation And Evangelismos Boys GOYA Take Home Victories, Week 4 – Photo Gallery
They came from the northeast and took away two wins this weekend at St. Luke Greek Orthodox church. Two victories were secured for the boys teams of Annunciation and Evangelismos Greek Orthodox churches GOYA basketball teams.
St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church Food Festival – Photo Gallery
Upper Darby, PA – Plenty of food, drink and dancing at the St. Demetrios fall food festival. Parishioners worked the lines while the Greek school performed throughout the weekend raising funds for their church.
Fifth District AHEPA Cancer Research Foundation 25th Annual Fall Gala – Photo gallery
Edison, NJ – The Fifth District Cancer Research Foundation hosted its 25th Annual Fall Gala at Pines Manor on Saturday evening. The event raises awareness and awards funds for cancer. Some $885, 000 have been raised so…
Greek Pride On OXI Day
Cherry Hill, NJ – Greek pride shined on Thursday as parishioners of St. Thomas gathered for Oxi day. Led by father Emmanuel Pratsinakis, the Greek school students of St. Thomas, recited poems and sang songs about…
OXI Day Remembered At St. Thomas – Photo Gallery
Cherry Hill, NJ – St. Thomas Greek Orthodox Church was alive with Greek pride this past Thursday as parishioners, teachers, and families gathered to honor OXI Day, a pivotal moment in modern Greek history. Students of…
Danny’s Boys And Wolfpack Remain Unbeaten
Upper Darby, PA – A double header evening at St. Demetrios featured two unbeaten teams, Danny’s Boys and the Wolfpack. Both teams managed to stay unbeaten with decisive wins.
PGBL 2014-15 Season, Week 4 – Photo Gallery
Upper Darby, PA – Danny’s Boys and Wolfpack Stay Unbeaten in Week 4 Action Two top contenders continued to assert their dominance in the PGBL this past week, as Danny’s Boys and the Wolfpack each secured…
