in the Community
Stories from the Greek-American community, its institutions, events, and people.
City of Brotherly Love brings together AHEPANS
Philadelphia, PA – The Sheraton Hotel on the campus of University of Pennsylvania played host to the AHEPA regional conventions of both Districts 4 and 5 this past weekend. Comprising of Pennsylvania (District 4) and New…
Greek-American Student Posts Perfect Score In Latin Examination
Upper Darby, PA – Commencements and graduations are taking place and students are being recognized for their achievements around the Delaware Valley. One of our students in the Greek-American community Vasili Economou, (Cardinal O’Hara h.s.) achieved…
Greek Restaurant Sold; Will be Missed by Community
A staple of Greek cuisine in suburban Philadelphia has been sold and in its place, an Italian eatery is rumored to be opening. Mythos Greek Restaurant in West Chester, PA was a favorite for diners seeking authentic…
Greece Fails To Finish, Colombia Wins 3-0
Upper Darby, PA – No! Oh! $%@!… Yup, we choked again. The Greek National team managed to look dominating and controlled the game against the Colombians in the first round of the World Cup. The final…
Philadelphia to host AHEPA Districts 4 & 5 Regional Convention
Philadelphia, PA – The city of brotherly love, will host the AHEPA regional convention that will combine Districts 4 and 5 (PA, NJ, DE). Hosted at the Sheraton University City Hotel. The annual event will feature…
Pontians Perform Ancient Greek Ritual Dance, Momogeri
Upper Darby, PA – Greek Festival fans who attended St. Demetrios festival, were treated to a special performance by the “Akritai” Dance troupe a few weeks ago. While most dance troupes featured regional folk dances from…
Basile the Comedian to MC AHEPA Joint 4th & 5th District Convention
Philadelphia, PA – Guess who’s coming to dinner? Yes, Basile the comedian will be in town to host/MC the AHEPA’s Joint 4th & 5th District Convention at the Sheraton, University City in Philadelphia this June 20-22.
Greek School And Ahepa Awards At St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church
Upper Darby, PA – Awards and certificates were handed out to St. Demetrios youth today. The day started out with Mike Economou taking time out during church service to say thanks to Michael Karloutsos, one of…
Greek National Team Fans show Pride at Red Bull Arena
Harrison, NJ – Red Bull arena became Greek blue, as the Greek National team met up with Bolivia in a friendly matchup before the World Cup, scheduled to start next week. Inside and out the stadium…
Original and Authentic, Evangelismos Greek Festival
Philadelphia, PA – A little slice of Greece on the corner of Hellerman and Bustleton stood tall this past weekend. Blue skies and a white tent made it clear, this was the place to be on…
A Little Slice of Greece Evangelismos Greek Festival
Philadelphia, PA – A perfect night under the tent for a Greek festival. Great food, music and elbows bumped at the Evangelismos Big Fat Greek Festival. Everything was homemade and original as usual. Inside the kitchen…
On The Road To Brazil Greece Wins Friendly Match Against Bolivia
Harrison, NJ – Greek fans from around the New York metropolitan area came out to support their national team this past Friday night against Bolivia. Panagiotis Kone and Kostas Katsouranis ended Greece’s nearly four-game goalless streak…
