in the Community
Stories from the Greek-American community, its institutions, events, and people.
Should American Families Look to Europe for College? A Greek-American Perspective
College in the U.S. leaves many in debt. Europe offers low-cost degrees and, for Greek-Americans, the chance to reconnect with their heritage and gain EU citizenship.
How Ron Vachris Went From Warehouse Floor to Costco CEO
From forklift driver to CEO, Ron Vachris built a career at Costco that began in 1982 and continues to reflect people, culture, and steady leadership.
Name Days This Week: October 5 – 11, 2025
From Haritini and Pelagia to Sergios and Polychronis, the first full week of October carries a mix of autumn traditions and cherished name days. See who’s celebrating October 5–11, and don’t forget to wish them Χρόνια…
John Haviland’s Hidden Journey Beneath St. George Cathedral
Folklore, faith, and architecture meet beneath St. George Cathedral in Philadelphia. The story of John Haviland, the English architect who designed the church in 1822 and was once buried in its crypt, connects today’s Greek Orthodox…
Annunciation Elkins Park Seeking Custodian and Sexton
Annunciation Elkins Park is seeking a Custodian and a Church Sexton (Neokoros) to help care for the parish and support its worship life.
Annunciation Elkins Park Celebrates Renovated Campus Grand Opening
Annunciation Church in Elkins Park celebrated the grand opening of its renovated campus with parishioners of all generations.
The Last Candy Maker: Govatos Chocolates Sweetened Wilmington for 130 Years
For 130 years, Govatos Chocolates sweetened Wilmington. Its closing in 2024 ended an era but left a legacy of family, tradition, and community.
The Klan, the Greeks, and the Birth of AHEPA
In the 1920s, the Ku Klux Klan targeted Greek immigrants with boycotts, violence, and intimidation. Out of that climate of fear, AHEPA was born in Atlanta, turning persecution into unity and lasting civic strength.
Cigar Night in Upper Darby Draws AHEPA Supreme Leaders to Support Scholarships
AHEPA Supreme leaders joined Chapter 445’s Cigar Night at St. Demetrios in Upper Darby, raising scholarship funds for Greek American students.
Name Days This Week: September 28 – October 4, 2025
From Hariton and Kyriakos to Dionysios and Verina, the turn of the month brings a full week of name day celebrations. See who’s honored September 28–October 4, and wish your friends and family Χρόνια πολλά.
The Greek Immigrant Who Brought Nevada Its First Veterans’ Hospital
From a 1907 Atlantic crossing to a century of service, Ioannis A. Lougaris became the force behind Nevada’s first veterans hospital, now honoring his name.
More Than a Game: What THI’s Summer Youth Academy Teaches Greece’s Teens
At THI’s Summer Youth Academy in Athens, basketball was only the starting point. For more than 100 children, the real lessons were about teamwork, confidence, and believing in their future.
