in the Community
Stories from the Greek-American community, its institutions, events, and people.
Name Days This Week: August 3–9, 2025
August brings the heart of summer—a time when many Greek-American families are on vacation, at the shore, or gathered with friends. Still, name days fill calendars with familiar wishes and time-honored traditions. Here’s who’s being celebrated…
Today in History: The Greek-American Sailor Who Survived the USS Indianapolis
Gust Constantine Katsikas, a Greek-American sailor from Chicago, was among only 316 people who survived the sinking of the USS Indianapolis and nearly four days adrift in the Pacific.
E. Chris Kaitson Elected AHEPA Supreme President At 103rd Convention In Florida
E. Chris Kaitson of Houston, Texas, was unanimously elected AHEPA Supreme President for the 2025–2026 term during the organization’s 103rd Supreme Convention in Lake Buena Vista, Florida.
Name Days This Week: July 27–August 2, 2025
The last days of July and the start of August find Greek families marking some of the most cherished name days of the summer. These moments—big or small—remind us how tradition and faith connect us across…
Name Days This Week: July 20–26, 2025
With July winding down, summer name days still offer the perfect reason to check in with friends and family. Whether you’re reaching out across town or across the ocean, these small customs, rooted in both American…
Name Days This Week: July 13–19, 2025
Mid-July is here, and name days keep giving us reasons to reach out—sometimes just a quick message, other times a family gathering after church. Whether your traditions are big or small, these moments help us stay…
Name Days This Week: July 6–12, 2025
Mid-July finds many of us enjoying the long days of summer, and name days offer yet another reason to connect. Whether it’s a wish after Sunday liturgy or a call to someone far away, these small…
A Summer Of Heritage: Saint Demetrios Greek Camp Brings Culture To Life
When the school year ends and summer begins, most kids look forward to sun, fun, and a break from the classroom. But at Saint Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church in Upper Darby, Pennsylvania, summer means something even…
Name Days This Week: June 29–July 5, 2025
As July arrives, the tradition of sharing “Χρόνια πολλά” carries on through quiet wishes at home, a quick phone call, or a name day gathering at church. This week’s calendar brings together some of the most…
Karapalides Re-elected President In Federation Elections
Upper Darby, PA – On Tuesday evening, June 24, the Federation of Hellenic-American Societies of Philadelphia and Greater Delaware Valley gathered at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church in Upper Darby to elect its new leadership and…
Pontian Youth Festival Brings Heritage Home To Philadelphia
Young Pontians in the U.S. and Canada celebrated their heritage at St. Demetrios in Upper Darby with music, dance, workshops, and a memorial blessing, showcasing the continued vitality of Pontian culture.
Name Days This Week: June 22–28, 2025
As summer rolls on, name days continue to bring people together—sometimes with a quick phone call, other times with sweets, or simply by sharing a memory. This week’s calendar includes names you might hear at family…
