in the Community
Stories from the Greek-American community, its institutions, events, and people.
A Promise Kept: Eleftheria VFW Post 6633 Unveils Its Final Memorial
Eleftheria VFW Post 6633 completed its twenty-year mission to honor Greek American veterans with the unveiling of its final memorial plaque at St. Sophia in Jeffersonville.
Kids Nativity Series Brings the Spirit of Christmas to Families Through New Collaboration
A new collaboration between the DRE and the Tele Santa Program brings twelve Nativity stories and live calls with Saint Nicholas to families this Christmas.
Golden Wreaths Presented in Philadelphia Ahead of Marathon Weekend
A new tradition took root in Philadelphia as Consul General Iphigenia Kanara presented golden wreaths from Greece to honor this year’s Marathon champions at a special ceremony at The Logan Hotel.
Name Days This Week: November 23 – 29, 2025
Who celebrates this week? Amphilochios, Clement, Katherine, Stylianos, Iakovos, Eirinarhos, Phaidra, and others in the Greek name days for November 23–29.
THI Helps Bring Lifesaving Medicine to Greek Seniors Through GIVMED
A new partnership between The Hellenic Initiative and GIVMED is helping seniors in Greece access lifesaving medicines they can no longer afford.
Hellenic-American Chamber of Commerce Honors Dr. John Coustas at 73rd Annual Gala
The Hellenic-American Chamber of Commerce honored Dr. John Coustas at its 73rd Person of the Year Gala at Cipriani Wall Street, featuring a special performance by Anna Vissi.
Archons Lead Nicaea Anniversary Symposium at St. George Cathedral
Archons gathered clergy, scholars, and faithful at St. George Cathedral for a symposium marking the anniversary of the First Council of Nicaea.
The Greek-Canadian Behind Germany’s Rise in Women’s Basketball
Greek-Canadian coach Lisa Thomaidis led Germany’s women’s basketball team to its first Olympic Games and earned respect across Europe before returning to Canada.
Name Days This Week: November 16 – 22, 2025
Who is celebrating this week? From Ifigenia and Mathaios to Maria, Despoina, Soultana, and Virginia, see the Greek name days for November 16 to 22, 2025.
Live from Philadelphia: Archons Host “Nicaea Then and Now” Symposium at St. George Cathedral
Philadelphia’s Greek Orthodox community fills St. George Cathedral as the Archons present a look at the legacy of Nicaea. Cosmos Philly brings the symposium to viewers in real time.
St. Sophia Philoptochos Opens Vasilopita Orders for the New Year
St. Sophia Philoptochos invites the community to order Vasilopita for the New Year. Pre-orders are open through December 14, with pickup scheduled for December 21 after the Divine Liturgy.
Applications Now Open for the 2025–2026 PanHellenic Scholarship Foundation Awards
Applications are open for the 2025–2026 PanHellenic Scholarships. Greek-American students can apply by January 31, 2026, for $250,000 in awards promoting education and Hellenism.
