in the Community
Stories from the Greek-American community, its institutions, events, and people.
Metropolitan Apostolos Presides Over Holy Thursday Service At St. Demetrios In Upper Darby
On Holy Thursday evening, the parish of St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church in Upper Darby welcomed His Eminence Metropolitan Apostolos of New Jersey for the Service of the Twelve Passion Gospels. The visit marked a deeply…
Live Now: Metropolitan Apostolos Presides Over The Apokathelosis In Wilmington
His Eminence Metropolitan Apostolos of New Jersey is currently leading the Service of the Apokathelosis at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Wilmington, Delaware. The service began at 2:30 p.m., drawing the faithful into one of…
Live Now: The Great Doxology Opens Greek Independence Day Celebrations in Philadelphia
This morning, Philadelphia’s Greek-American community gathers at St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral for the Official Great Doxology, a liturgical service that opens the city’s Greek Independence Day celebrations. Held at 10:30 AM at the cathedral on…
A Bold Step Forward: Odyssey Charter School Opens Multi-Sport Complex
With the opening of its new multi-sport complex, Odyssey Charter School has taken a decisive step in expanding opportunities for its students—on and off the field. The state-of-the-art facility is more than an athletic upgrade; it…
Metropolitan Apostolos Leads Akathist Hymn Service At St. Thomas In Cherry Hill
Cherry Hill, NJ – On Friday evening, St. Thomas Greek Orthodox Church in Cherry Hill welcomed His Eminence Metropolitan Apostolos of New Jersey for an archpastoral visit and the service of the Akathist Hymn to the…
Greek Flag Raising Ceremony at Philadelphia City Hall – Highlights & Photo Gallery
On April 4, 2025, the Annual Greek Flag Raising Ceremony took place at Philadelphia City Hall, bringing together members of the local Greek-American community and city officials to mark Greece’s fight for independence. The ceremony included…
Philadelphia’s Greek Community Celebrates at Eleftheria Gala 2025
Philadelphia, PA – April 5, 2025 — On Saturday evening, the Eleftheria Gala brought together dignitaries, community leaders, and members of the Greek-American community at the Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown to celebrate Greek Independence Day. Hosted by…
Live Now: The Parkway Turns Blue and White for Greek Independence Day 2025
The 2025 Greek Independence Day Parade brings tradition, unity, and celebration to the heart of Philadelphia, with the Parkway awash in blue and white. From early in the morning, the city’s Greek-American community comes together to…
Federation’s Silent Auction Opens in Support of Greek Independence Day Events
In the lead-up to this year’s Greek Independence Day celebrations in Philadelphia, the Federation of Hellenic-American Societies of Philadelphia and Greater Delaware Valley has launched its Eleftheria Gala Silent Auction—a meaningful way to support the events…
Live Now: Greek Flag Raising Ceremony at Philadelphia City Hall
Tune in as we stream live from Philadelphia City Hall, where the Greek-American community comes together to honor Greece’s fight for independence and celebrate our shared heritage. Hosted by the Federation of Hellenic-American Societies of Philadelphia…
Odyssey Charter School Unveils Delaware’s Premier High School Sports Complex
Wilmington, DE – Odyssey Charter School is redefining the high school athletic experience with the launch of its state-of-the-art, six-sport complex—one of the most advanced facilities of its kind in the region. The school will officially…
The Flying Greek: Jimmy Koufos and His Wild Ride into Daredevil History
Back in 1980, long before influencers and action reels, a Greek-American bus driver risked it all for a stunt no one had dared to try. This is the story of Jimmy Koufos—the man they called The…
