in the Community
Stories from the Greek-American community, its institutions, events, and people.
Drexel University Hellenic Student Association Vasilopita Dinner
Philadelphia, PA – On Tuesday evening this past, the Drexel University Student Association hosted their annual “New Year” meeting and cut the Vasilopita. This annual tradition has started in 2006 with then-President Constantine Papadakis.
GOYA Basketball League: Who’s Going To The Playoffs?
January 13, 2013 – Upper Darby, PAWith the regular season nearing its close, teams across the Delaware Valley GOYA basketball league stepped up their game this past Sunday in a final push for playoff positioning. Games…
GOYA Basketball League Heats Up
January 13, 2013 – Upper Darby, PAAs the Greek Orthodox basketball season nears its conclusion, teams across the Delaware Valley are entering the final week of regular season play. This past Sunday, games were hosted at…
A Shining Moment, Philadelphia Greek Community Makes History
Upper Darby, PA -This past Saturday evening, under the auspices of His Eminence, Metropolitan Evangelos of New Jersey, The Federation of Hellenic Societies of Greater Philadelphia hosted a fundraiser/dance to aid the survivors of Hurricane Sandy.…
Philadelphia Greek Community Aids Hurricane Sandy Survivors
Upper Darby, PA – It will likely be remembered as one of the most memorable days in history for the Greek American community of Philadelphia. It certainly will be for the year 2013. On this day,…
The PGBL Battle For First Place
Kings 74 vs. Spurs 54 The Kings are my number one ranked team for a reason, they do everything well, and they’re the hottest team in the PGBL. With six straight wins, the Kings were led…
PGBL – Kings Flying High Into 1st Place Tie
Kings 74 vs. Spurs 54 The Kings are my number one ranked team for a reason, they do everything well, and they’re the hottest team in the PGBL. With six straight wins, the Kings were led…
Hellenic Federation Of Philadelphia’s Hurricane Sandy Relief Concert
Pennsauken, NJ – Last night, members of the Philadelphia Hellenic Federation gathered at the Pan Icarian House in Pennsauken to mark the start of the new year. Representatives from dozens of Greek-American organizations came together to…
Philadelphia’s Hellenic Federation Prepares For Hurricane Sandy Relief Concert
Last night in Pennsauken, New Jersey, at the Pan-Icarian house, the Philadelphia Hellenic Federation meeting took place. A full cast of members from across the community, representing many of its organizations, gathered for the new year.…
St. Sophia, Epiphany Day Tradition And Goodwill – Photo Gallery
Valley Forge, PA – For the second year in a row, the parishioners of St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Church gathered to celebrate Epiphany day along the shores of the Schuylkill River in suburban Philadelphia. Following church…
Celebrating Epiphany Day At St. Sophia
Valley Forge, PA – The congregation of St. Sophia Greek Orthodox church gathered to celebrate Epiphany with the blessing of the waters. Following church services this afternoon, the members drove a few minutes away to the…
PGBL – Kings Rule The Day
Warriors 65 vs. Revolution 52 The defending champions looked extra focused tonight. Maybe because desperate times call for desperate measures. Led in scoring by Aris Haritonidis with 20 points, Aris hit some big shots to crush…
