in the Community
Stories from the Greek-American community, its institutions, events, and people.
Cretan Milestone Is Celebrated – Video Highlights
Cherry Hill, NJ – One hundred years ago the Island of Crete united with the Greek state. This past Saturday evening, Knossos, Cretans of the Delaware Valley, celebrated this milestone and united as a community at…
Cretans Of Philadelphia Celebrate 100 Years Of Union With Greece
The Cretan society of greater Philadelphia “Knossos” annual dance was hosted this past weekend. The annual event this year, recognized the 100 year union of Crete with Greece. The Talos Cretan dance Troupe of Cherry Hill,…
Food Dance Fun – A Taste Of Greece At St. Demetrios In Upper Darby
Upper Darby, PA – Smiling faces watched as the St. Demetrios dance troupes showcased their moves this past weekend. Throughout the day on Sunday, St. Demetrios members and volunteers served authentic Greek food at the food…
Prominent Greek-American Reporter, Ike Pappas – Front Row Seat To History
November 22, 2013 will mark the 50th Anniversary of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy in Dallas, Texas, by Lee Harvey Oswald and for those that were alive on November 22, 1963, they remember exactly…
2013-14 PGBL Season – Week 4: Video Highlights
High Scores and a Historic Night in the PGBL Thursday night was one for the books in the PGBL, with all three winning teams breaking into the 70s — and one player setting a new scoring…
2013-14 PGBL Season – Week 4: George Mashas Scores 42!
Three overwhelming victors appeared from last nights games that climbed in to the 70’s. In game two, an explosive scoring performance and record was set for the year. George Mashas appeared to be unstoppable, running through…
Community member Venetia Fanourgakis’ birthday celebration
Lumberton, NJ. Surprise! Two weeks ago, Venetia Fanourgakis walked into her home on a Saturday evening and was met with cheers from family and friends. They had gathered to throw her a surprise birthday party. The…
AHEPA District 5 Fall Gala – Video
AHEPA District 4 hosted its annual fall gala this past Saturday evening. The event recognized many members of the district, awarded grants under it’s Cancer Research Foundation and presented the Axios Award to Dr. Yibin Kang.
Triumphant Return, AHEPA District 5, Cancer Foundation Gala – Photo Gallery
Edison, NJ – “As District 5 goes, so goes the nation”, said Georgette Boulegeris, (past chairman of the Cancer Research Foundation), this past Saturday evening at the Fifth District Fall Gala.
Youth Ministries Benefits From Bingo Night [video]
Cherry Hill, NJ – St. Thomas Greek Orthodox church hosted a benefit for the youth ministries last Friday evening title, “Bingo, Bags, Baklava and Bling”. Designer handbags were awarded to winning bingo card holders, along with…
Bingo Night At St. Thomas – A Photo Gallery
Cherry Hill, NJ – Bingo, Bags, Baklava, and Bling!Try saying that three times fast—then try winning at bingo! This past Friday night, St. Thomas Greek Orthodox Church hosted a lively fundraiser in support of its youth…
2013-14 PGBL Season – Week 3: Halloween Hustle
Scrappy Play, Unbeaten Runs, and a Champion’s Statement Win at the PGBL Hustle and grit were on full display this week at the Philadelphia Greek Basketball League, especially in the first two matchups of the night.…
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