in the Community
Stories from the Greek-American community, its institutions, events, and people.
120th Pan Icarian Convention in Philadelphia honors Menendez – Prime Minister Mitsotakis sends Congratulations from Greece
Philadelphia, PA -The Pan Icarian Brotherhood of 120th anniversary Supreme Convention was hosted by its Philadelphia Chapter, “Atheras,” at the Sheraton Downtown Labor Day weekend in historic Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Thousands of people came to enjoy the…
United States Senator Bob Menendez To Receive “Spirit Of Icaros” At Pan-Icarian Brotherhood Grand Banquet
The Pan Icarian Brotherhood of America’s120th anniversary Supreme Convention will be hosted by its Philadelphia Chapter, “Atheras,” at the Sheraton Downtown this upcoming Labor Day weekend in historic Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. At that time, on Sunday evening,…
Immerse Yourself In Greek Culture At The St. Luke Greek Affair 2023
Experience the vibrancy of Greek culture at the 46th annual St. Luke Greek Affair in Broomall, PA, from September 15-17, 2023. This beloved Philadelphia tradition allows attendees to revel in authentic Greek cuisine, dancing, music, and…
Savor Greece in Media: St. George Greek Festival 2023
Experience the vibrant sights, sounds, and flavors of Greece without leaving Pennsylvania at the St. George Greek Orthodox Church Annual Greek Festival in Media. For four days every September, the church grounds transform into a lively…
Pan Icarian Supreme Convention This Labor Day Weekend
The Pan Icarian Brotherhood, Philadelphia Chapter “ATHERAS” is hosting its 120th Supreme Convention on Labor Day Weekend at the Sheraton Downtown hotel. This is the oldest Greek organization in the Western Hemisphere, and in addition to…
Bringing Shelter and Hope: Volunteering with Project Mexico
Imagine if you didn’t have a home, or the home was a makeshift shelter constructed from discarded pallets, tires, tin, cardboard, or tarps. Unfortunately, this is the reality for countless families around the world – including…
AHEPA Elects Savas Tsivicos as Supreme President and Launches Emergency Fund for Greece Wildfires Relief
Las Vegas, NV – The American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association (Order of AHEPA), the leading grassroots service association for millions of American citizens of Hellenic heritage and Philhellenes, recently elected Savas Tsivicos as the Supreme President…
Pan-Cretan Association of America Welcomes its First Woman President, Diane Kounalakis
Earlier this month, the Pancretan Association of America (PAA) made history at its 48th Annual Convention by electing Diane Kounalakis as its first woman president. This groundbreaking decision comes 94 years after the cultural and philanthropic…
Vicki’s Cold Cuts: 55 Years Later, a Greek Legacy of Resilience and Community in Eddystone
Eddystone, PA – Vicki’s Cold Cuts has stood as a beloved institution for 55 years, starting with its founding by Greek immigrants Paraskevoula and Pete Fotiadis from Thessaloniki, Greece. Serving the hardworking employees of Baldwin Locomotives…
Elias Tikos: Honoring A Lifetime Of Service As A Greek Orthodox Cantor
Yesterday, the Greek Orthodox community celebrated a significant milestone as Elias Tikos retired from his dedicated service as a beloved cantor (“ψάλτης”) at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church in Upper Darby. Elias Tikos left an indelible…
New Spiritual Leader Joins St. Demetrios: Fr. Alexandros Kaitidis Marks The Beginning Of A Promising Chapter
St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church in Upper Darby, Pennsylvania, welcomed a new spiritual leader on June 17, Fr. Alexandros Kaitidis. The arrival of Fr. Kaitidis and his family was celebrated on Father’s Day, June 18, marking…
Maids Of Athena Grand President Maria Ana Pantelous Testimonial
Overlooking the Philadelphia skyline with its Welcome America fireworks display, the Maids of Athena honored its Grand President, Maria Ana Pantelous, on Saturday, June 24, 2023, in Camden, NJ. The setting was the New Jersey State…
