in the Community
Stories from the Greek-American community, its institutions, events, and people.
Federation Of Hellenic-American Societies Of Philadelphia Hosts Annual Christmas Party
Upper Darby, PA. The Federation staff gathered this past Tuesday evening at the Pontian Leskhi to share a hearty meal and celebrate the work of the past year. Staff members from various churches and organizations came…
2013-14 PGBL Season – Week 9: Rip City Rules
Scrappy, fast paced and determined, Rip city managed to pull out a victory against the Kings in game one. The highlight game saw Danny’s Boys bounce back from last weeks crushing defeat with a victory over…
The Sows of Saint Spyridon and Advent
Just a few days ago we commemorated a great saint of our Greek Orthodox Church, Saint Spyridon the wonderworker. Many of you may remember and may still keep on the tradition of planting seeds in a…
Hellenic University Club Christmas Tradition Continues
Philadelphia, PA – In the season of tradition, the Hellenic University Club of Philadelphia gathered for it’s annual Christmas party at the Union League this past Sunday evening. Members and guests of the community participated in…
Hellenic University Club of Philadelphia hosts 2013 Christmas affair
Philadelphia, PA – In the warmth of a fireplace, Christmas tree and tables covered in candy canes, the Hellenic University Club of Philadelphia, hosted it’s annual Christmas party. The setting was the Union League building in…
Jerry Karapalides, A Life Of Dedication To AHEPA
Pennsauken, NJ – Fifty-six years ago Jerry Karapalides joined the AHEPA. On Tuesday evening he was awarded Ahepan of the Year by District 5 for his half century of dedication and work as a member of…
2013-14 PGBL Season – Week 8: Kings Row over the Revolution
It was not to be. In game one they Spartans pulled off a late victory over FOB, who led late in to the second half. The Wolfpack ran away with a big victory over Danny’s Boys,…
2013-14 PGBL Season – Week 8: Wolfpack grab First Place
In the evenings opener, the miracle that was to be, didn’t quite happen. FOB fell to the Spartans late in the game with their big man fouling out. Jim Kemmerer along with Nick Kafkalas lead the…
AHEPA District 5 Celebrates AHEPAN Of The Year, Jerry Karapalides
Pennsauken, NJ – One by one they came to the podium and spoke about Jerry Karapalides, District 5 AHEPAN of the Year. Last night at “The Pub”, the AHEPA community of Districts 4 and 5, came…
Syria’s Refugee Children Face Rising Risk Of Malnutrition
Baltimore, MD — At first glance, Amira looks like a docile little infant cradled in the protective arms of her teenage sister. But Amira is not an infant. The 2-year-old weighs a mere 14 pounds, about…
A Marvelous Night For The Macedonians Of Philadelphia – Video Highlights
Broomall, PA – The Pan-Macedonian Association of Greater Philadelphia hosted it’s annual dance this past Saturday evening. Two dance performances highlighted the evening. The Youth of Alexander the Great Spirit of Macedonia Dance group (Philadelphia) and…
2013 Pan-macedonian Association Of Greater Philadelphia Annual Dance
Broomall, PA – Since 1948 the Pan-Macedonian Association of Greater Philadelphia has hosted an annual dance. This years event was hosted again at St. Luke Greek Orthodox church. Participants included, Pavlos Melas and Amalia chapters as…
