in the Community
Stories from the Greek-American community, its institutions, events, and people.
Name Days This Week: June 1–7, 2025
Throughout the year, Greek Orthodox name days are more than dates on a calendar—they are living links that keep families, friends, and faith connected. For Greek-Americans in Philadelphia and beyond, celebrating a name day is a…
James and Nike Lagos Make Major Gift to the American Hellenic Institute Foundation
A major gift from James and Nike Lagos, longtime supporters of the American Hellenic Institute Foundation (AHIF), was recently announced in Washington. The $751,000 donation comes from the proceeds of a property sale and marks a…
St. George Greek Festival Fills Old City with the Spirit of Greece
Philadelphia, PA – This weekend, the heart of Old City beats to a distinctly Greek rhythm, as the St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral opens its doors for its annual Greek Festival. Step onto the festival grounds…
St. Sophia Grecian Festival: Food, Tradition, and Community in Jeffersonville
Each spring, St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Church in Jeffersonville becomes the center of a tradition that now marks its 22nd year. Over time, the festival has grown—not just in size, but in meaning for parishioners, families,…
Honoring Legacy and Tradition: Eleftheria VFW Post 6633’s Memorial Day Ceremony
Lansdowne, PA – On Memorial Day, members, families, and friends of Eleftheria Chapter 6633 gathered in tribute outside their longtime meeting hall. The scene felt familiar, shaped by years of tradition and shared purpose. At the…
A Weekend Of Greek Flavor, Music, And Tradition In Upper Darby
This past weekend, the heart of Upper Darby pulsed with the sights, sounds, and tastes of Greece as St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church opened its doors for the annual Upper Darby Greek Festival. For many, it…
Odyssey Charter School Welcomes Greek Ambassador And Consul In A Milestone Visit
Wilmington, DE – Odyssey Charter School in Wilmington, Delaware, marked an important visit this week as it hosted Ekaterini Nassika, Ambassador of Greece to the United States, and Michael Skopelitis, Greek Consul in Washington, DC. The…
Opa! Festival Brings Greek Food, Music, And Culture To Elkins Park
The OPA! Festival is in full swing this weekend at the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church in Elkins Park, offering a vibrant celebration of Greek food, music, and community. The festival runs through Sunday at 7921 Old…
AHEPA Thermopylae Chapter 445 Hosts 48th Annual Pan Hellenic Track Meet
The longest-running Greek American track meet in the U.S. returned to Marple Newtown this past weekend, bringing together youth athletes, families, and volunteers for a day of sports and community participation. Marple Newtown, PA – AHEPA…
Saint Thomas Celebrates Antipascha
On Saturday night, during vespers for the patron saint of the church, every priest from the local Delaware Valley churches of the Metropolis of New Jersey participated in the service, presided over by His Eminence Metropolitan…
KAST Food Show Highlights Culinary Innovation in Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PA – The 2025 KAST Food Show transformed Live! Casino into a dynamic gathering for food professionals from across the country and beyond. Hosted by KAST Distributors, a leading regional food distributor in the Mid-Atlantic,…
Live Now: Saint Thomas Nameday Celebrations In Cherry Hill
This Sunday, April 27, Saint Thomas Greek Orthodox Church in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, continues its weekend celebrations with the Orthros and Divine Liturgy for the parish’s nameday, celebrated on Κυριακή του Θωμά. Fr. Avgoustinos and…
