in the Community
Stories from the Greek-American community, its institutions, events, and people.
GOYA Basketball All Stars & Awards March 2012
March 4, 2012 – Delaware Valley GOYA Season FinaleThe Delaware Valley Greek Orthodox Youth Association (GOYA) wrapped up its 2011–2012 basketball season this past Sunday with a day of celebration, competition, and community spirit. Families and…
Panagia Soumela Fundaiser 2012
The Pontian Society of Philadelphia “Akritai” recently held its second fundraiser in as many years in support of the Panagia Soumela Monastery in West Milford, New Jersey. The event aimed to raise awareness and financial support…
Pan-icarian Brotherhood, Chapter #12, Atheras Of Philadelphia Dinner/dance
Cherry Hill, NJ. The Pan-Icarian Brotherhood, Chapter Atheras, #12 of Philadelphia, held its annual dinner/dance at St. Thomas Greek Orthodox Church in Cherry Hill. Musicians from as far away as Connecticut and Maryland joined together to…
GOYA Boys Basketball Championship 2012
February 26, 2012 – The Battle for the BoulevardIn a highly anticipated championship matchup, defending champions Evangelismos of Bustleton faced off against the undefeated Annunciation of Elkins Park. Despite a strong effort from Evangelismos, Elkins Park…
George Horiates AHEPA Testimonial
February 19, 2012. Berlin, Nj. AHEPA’s Camden Chapter #69 hosted the event, honoring past District President, George Horiates, ESQ, at a testimonial dinner at the Adelphia House Restaurant. Some 20 speakers spoke on behalf of George…
GOYA Girls Basketball Championship 2012
February 26, 2012 – GOYA Girls Championship ThrillerIn a nail-biting finish, the St. George of Media girls’ basketball team edged out Holy Trinity of Egg Harbor 12–11 to capture this year’s GOYA championship. Down 11–8 at…
GOYA Boys Basketball Championship 2012
February 26, 2012 – The Battle for the BoulevardDefending champions Evangelismos of Bustleton gave a strong effort on Sunday, but it wasn’t enough to stop the undefeated run of Annunciation of Elkins Park. In a fast-paced…
GOYA Girls Basketball Championship 2012
February 26, 2012 – Media, PAIn a nail-biting finish, the St. George of Media girls’ basketball team edged out Holy Trinity of Egg Harbor 12–11 to claim this year’s GOYA championship. Trailing 11–8 at halftime, St.…
GOYA Boys Basketball Championships 2012
February 26, 2012 – The Battle for the BoulevardIn a highly anticipated showdown, defending champions Evangelismos of Bustleton faced off against the undefeated Annunciation of Elkins Park. Despite a strong effort from Evangelismos, Elkins Park dominated…
Ikaros Dance 2012
February 25th, 2012, Cherry Hill, NJ. The Pan-Icarian Brotherhood, Chapter #12, Atheras of Philadelphia, held it’s annual dinner/dance at St. Thomas Greek Orthodox Church in Cherry Hill. Musicians from as far away as Connecticut and Maryland…
PGBL All Star Game
February 23, 2012 — PGBL Hosts Its First-Ever All-Star Game Before the championship showdown between the Kings and Warriors, the Philadelphia Greek Basketball League held its inaugural All-Star Game at St. Demetrios’ gym in Upper Darby.…
PGBL Championship Game, Warriors Vs. Kings
February 23, 2012 — Warriors Win War In a championship showdown for the record books, the young and determined Warriors upset the top‑seeded Kings with a 76–67 victory. From the opening tip to the final buzzer,…
