in the Community
Stories from the Greek-American community, its institutions, events, and people.
Pontian Society Akritai of Philadelphia Preserve a Rare Kalanta Tradition Across the Delaware Valley
A rare Pontian Christmas tradition came alive as the Akritai of Philadelphia sang Kalanta in Pontian Greek across the Delaware Valley.
When the Philadelphia Inquirer Documented a Greek Christmas in South Jersey
A 1988 Philadelphia Inquirer snapshot of how a Greek family in South Jersey lived the Christmas season, from church and holiday baking to late-night dancing.
A Greek Christmas Moment, Far From Home at an André Rieu Concert
Greek Christmas carols were heard during an André Rieu holiday concert in Maastricht, the Netherlands, offering a rare moment of recognition for a familiar diaspora tradition.
Vatican Leadership Change Sparks Orthodox Discussion on Clergy Retirement
A Vatican leadership transition has prompted renewed discussion within Greek Orthodox circles about clergy retirement practices and institutional continuity.
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.
