in the Community
Stories from the Greek-American community, its institutions, events, and people.
Holy Thursday at Evangelismos of Theotokos
Watch the Holy Passion of Christ and the Reading of the Twelve Gospels at Evangelismos of Theotokos Greek Orthodox Church in Philadelphia.
Orthros Of Holy Wednesday Evening At Saint Demetrios
Watch the Orthros of Holy Wednesday Evening at Saint Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church in Upper Darby, PA. This broadcast was sponsored by Kathy and Dee Karapalides. Kathy and Dee wish you Καλή Ανάσταση και καλό Πάσχα!
Zephyros Dance Troupe Honors the Feast of St Lazarus
Media, PA – On Sunday, Zephyros Greek Folk Dance Troupe performed the traditional dances and carols to honor the Feast of St Lazarus from the villages of Roumlouki in central Macedonia. “The Feast of St Lazarus…
Easter message from the Epirotes Society of Philadelphia
The President of the Epirotes Society of Philadelphia “Omonia,” Mr. Kostas Kravaris, and all the board members would like to wish you a blessed Holy Week and a Happy Easter! Kali Anastasi! The Epirotes Society, founded…
As it happens: Palm Sunday at St. George Cathedral in Philadelphia
Watch the Palm Sunday’s Saint George Greek Orthodox Cathedral Divine Liturgy Service in Philadelphia. Streamed live and sponsored by the Epirotes Society of Philadelphia “Omonia.” The President’s Society Kostas Kravaris, and all the board members would…
Ladies of Philoptochos’ Annual Bid-N-Buy
St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral Ladies of Philoptochos presents the Annual Bid-N-Buy, Friday, April 29, 2022. This year’s theme is “Celebrating our Roots.” Saint George Greek Orthodox Cathedral is celebrating its 100th anniversary in Philadelphia. The…
Upper Darby Greek Festival Is Back
St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church is scheduled to launch the first Greek Festival of the season on May 19, 2022. The four-day affair is the Upper Darby Greek Festival and features authentic Greek food and pastries.…
Hellenic Hearts President John Aivazoglou Announces Golf & Gala Event and 1st Philotimo Award
On June 6, 2022, at the Wayensborough country Club, Hellenic Hearts will host their annual Golf & Gala. The event will raise funds for scholarships, Orthodoxy, and their outreach program that helps those in need. Hellenic…
Dr. Elias Iliadis Addresses St. Thomas Senior Citizens
Dr. Elias A Iliadis, MD, FACC, FSCAI, RPVI, the popular Cardiologist associated with Cooper University Health Care, was the featured speaker at the Saturday, March 26, 2022, Luncheon of the St. Thomas Senior Citizens, held at…
Greek Revolution Exhibit at Stockton Offers Lessons for Today
Galloway, NJ – Some two hundred years ago, at the start of the War for Greek Independence, chieftains issued an appeal to Americans to support their fight for independence from occupation by the Ottoman Empire. Greek…
Philadelphia Hosts 2022 Greek Independence Day Parade
Philadelphia, PA – The Federation of Hellenic American Societies of Philadelphia and Greater Delaware Valley hosted its 2022 parade on Sunday’s famed Ben Franklin Parkway. The annual parade is the first parade in the world, post-pandemic…
Hellenic Federation Hosts Greek Independence Day Dignitaries Banquet
Philadelphia, PA – Honored guests, the Greek community, the Evzones from Greece, and dignitaries attended the Greek Independence Day Annual Banquet on Saturday evening, where the Centennial Marshals, Honorary Marshals, Grand Marshal, and the Eleftheria Medal…
