in the Community
Stories from the Greek-American community, its institutions, events, and people.
Tsipourathes Square Off For 2nd Year In A Row
Upper Darby, PA – This past Thursday evening a Tsipouro contest took place… Yes, that’s right, a Tsipouro contest. No fine wines or beers, just good old fashion Tsipouro. By the way, Philadelphia is recognized as…
Holy Trinity Marches On, Week 5 DVGOBL
Cherry Hill, NJ – St. Thomas Greek Orthodox Church, February 2013St. Thomas of Cherry Hill hosted Holy Trinity of Egg Harbor in a Sunday afternoon GOYA basketball doubleheader that opened with a heartfelt tribute. Before tipoff,…
GOYA Basketball: Holy Trinity Continues On Victory Path
November 4, 2012 – Cherry Hill, NJSt. Thomas of Cherry Hill hosted Holy Trinity of Egg Harbor in a Sunday afternoon GOYA basketball doubleheader featuring both boys’ and girls’ matchups. Although both Cherry Hill teams fought…
St. Thomas Breaks Ground On Senior Housing
Cherry Hill, NJ – A groundbreaking ceremony took place this past Sunday morning following church at St. Thomas Greek Orthodox church. Some 500 members of the community filled the church parking lot on Mercer St. for…
Housing Project Begins! St. Thomas Reaches Another Milestone
Cherry Hill, NJ – A ground breaking ceremony took place this past Sunday morning following church at St. Thomas Greek Orthodox church. Some 500 members of the community filled the church parking lot on Mercer St.…
Philly’s St. George Greek Orthodox Church Fundraiser
St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral church of Philadelphia held a beef and beer fundraiser last week. Sponsored by the Philoptochos, the event was held in part to fight hunger in the community, while a portion of…
St. George Cathedral Hosts Beef & Beer Fundraiser to Support Local Needs
Philadelphia, PA – Last week, St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Philadelphia held a lively Beef and Beer fundraiser, bringing together parishioners and friends for a night of food, music, and giving back. Sponsored by the…
Dinner Dance Brotherhood Of Demati
The “Brotherhood of Demati” of Epirus Greece is hosting its annual Dinner Dance on November 10, 2012, at 8:00 pm. All proceeds will benefit renovation to St.George Greek Orthodox Cathedral church in center city Philadelphia. A…
Eat, Drink And Dance! St. Demetrios Food Festival
Like a well oiled machine, St. Demetrios grinded through the weekend moving the food, drink and dancing without a hitch. Tasty, homemade, freshly served and plentiful, that about summarizes the food. With a warm and friendly…
A Taste Of Greece Visits St. Demetrios Church
Upper Darby, PA – St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church hosted its 2nd annual “Taste of Greece” fall food festival. From Moussaka to souvlaki to kalamari, the gymnasium filled with the aroma of Grecian food. Church and…
Kings Crown Terps, Week 4 PGBL
Dino Thomazos had a heck of a game with 25 points to lead the Mavs to their first victory of the season. Not sure how old Dino is but I believe he is in his late…
St. George Cathedral Church Prepares To Relaunch In January 2013
Philadelphia, PA – St. George Cathedral Set to Relaunch After Seven-Year Restoration After seven years of dedicated restoration work, St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Philadelphia is preparing to relaunch in January 2013. While some repairs…
