in the Community
Stories from the Greek-American community, its institutions, events, and people.
Watch Live This Friday: The Service Of The Salutations Hosted By Archbishop Elpidophoros
Continuing the celebrations of the Greek Independence Day in Philadelphia, His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America will visit St. Demetrios in Upper Darby, on Friday, March 18, at 7.00 pm. The Archbishop will preside at the…
Watch Live this Friday: The Greek Flag Raising Ceremony at City Hall, Philadelphia
The Greek Independence Day Celebrations in Philadelphia will start this year with the Greek Flag Raising Ceremony, outside City Hall (North Apron), on March 18, 2022. The ceremony will start at 1:00 pm, and the Greek…
Hellenic University Club Of Philadelphia Announces 2022-2023 University And College Scholarships
The Hellenic University Club of Philadelphia announced the 2022-2023 University/College Scholarships for Students of Greek Descent or Declared Majors in Greek Studies Scholarships for Undergraduate Students. Applicants must be enrolled full-time in a degree program at…
Greek American Violinist and Philadelphia Native To Be Featured on Ellada Eheis Talento
Violinist Katrina Christoforidis is scheduled to perform as a contestant on Ελλάδα έχεις ταλέντο, on Antenna (ANT1) on March 12th, 2022. This performance will mark a momentous milestone in her musical career, as it represents her…
Notable Members Celebrated at St. George 100 Year Anniversary
Hamilton, NJ – The Greek Orthodox Church of Saint George celebrated its 100th Anniversary this past Saturday. The Pre-Lenten Dinner and Dance (Apokriatiko Glendi) honored some notable community members who have shared their time talents and…
Greek Independence Day 2022 Dignitaries Dinner
The Federation of Hellenic Societies of Philadelphia and Greater Delaware Valley invites you to attend “The Dignitaries Dinner” Saturday, March 19, 2022, at 6:00 pm. It will take place at Adelphia Restaurant in Deptford, New Jersey.…
Greek Independence Day 2022 Flag Raising Ceremony
The Federation of Hellenic American Societies of Philadelphia and the Greater Delaware Valley invites you to attend the annual Greek Flag Raising Ceremony on Friday, March 18, 2022. The event honors and recognizes the Greek War…
Greek Independence Day Parade 2022
The Federation of Hellenic Societies of Philadelphia and the Greater Delaware Valley proudly announces its 2022 parade on the famed Ben Franklin Parkway on March 20, 2022. “The City of Philadelphia has given its blessing for…
Ladies’ Day Returns by the “Kali Parea” of St. Thomas
Hainesport, NJ – After two years of hiatus due to the Corona Virus pandemic, members of the “Kali Parea” of Saint Thomas Greek Orthodox parish held their annual “Ladies luncheon” to honor their wives, sweethearts, and…
AHIF College Student Foreign Policy Trip
Washington, DC – The American Hellenic Institute Foundation (AHIF) is accepting applications for its leading travel abroad program, the AHIF College Student Foreign Policy Study Trip to Greece and Cyprus, aimed to help Greek and Cypriot…
Final Preparations For 1st Post Pandemic Greek Independence Day Parade In Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PA – Final preparations were discussed last night at St. George Cathedral for the 1st post-Pandemic Greek Independence day parade. The Hellenic Federation hosted the meeting assembled with representatives across the Delaware Valley. They discussed…
St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral Launches 1st Event For The 100th Anniversary
Philadelphia, PA – On Sunday afternoon, Alexander Kitroeff, Professor of History, gave a recorded lecture on the history of St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral to parish members and the Greek community. The event launched a year-long…
