in the Community
Stories from the Greek-American community, its institutions, events, and people.
Father Christ Kontos Of St. Luke Celebrates 21 Years Of Service
Broomall, PA – On Sunday afternoon, St. Luke Greek Orthodox Church honored their beloved priest, Father Christ Kontos, with a luncheon to celebrate his 30th anniversary in the priesthood and 21st anniversary with the parish. MC…
Fifth District AHEPA Cancer Research Foundation Hosts 32nd Annual Fall Gala
Edison, NJ – The Fifth District AHEPA Cancer Research Foundation hosted its 32nd Annual Fall Gala on Saturday evening. AHEPANS and friends from around the country attended the fundraiser that continues to raise funds for cancer…
AHEPA Testimonial for Past Supreme President George Horiates
On Saturday, November 20, 2021, at 6 pm, AHEPANS, Daughters of Penelope, Sons, and Maids are coming to Philadelphia for a testimonial dinner for last year’s President of AHEPA, George Horiates. The event is almost sold…
Remembering WWII Greek Veteran Anastasios Pogas
Anastasios Pogas was a man of service who cared deeply about people and the two countries he lived in. He arrived in Philadelphia from Greece as an immigrant in 1959. After washing dishes in diners for…
Canadian Institute In Greece To Rename Facility After Film Studio Pioneer And Philanthropist Nick Mirkopoulos
The Canadian Institute in Greece (CIG) has announced that its revamped premises in Athens will be unveiled in the first half of 2022. It will be named after Greek-Canadian entrepreneur, film studio pioneer, and philanthropist Nick…
St. Demetrios Administrative Position Available
Upper Darby, PA – St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church is now accepting applications for the position of office administrator. The position requires fluency in both Greek and English. Tasks will include reception of visitors and callers…
10th Anniversary Event To Benefit IOCC
The International Orthodox Christian Charities is hosting its annual banquet on Sunday, November 7, 2021, at the Adelphia Restaurant (Pan Athenian Grand Ballroom) in Deptford, New Jersey. This event is being brought to you by The…
Billionaire John Catsimatidis Sr. Kicks Off Largest Residential Project On Florida’s Gulf Coast
St. Petersburg, FL – John Catsimatidis Sr., a major figure in New York City’s business world, broke ground yesterday on his project The Residences at 400 Central in St. Petersburg, Florida. The 46-story condominium will be…
Irish Ambassador Visits Greek-Οwned Leandros Pizza
Upper Darby, PA – Greek-owned Leandros Pizza on 69th Street had a surprise visit on Wednesday from Daniel Mulhall, the Ambassador of Ireland to the United States. The Ambassador was given a short historical description of…
Where To Eat This Weekend, The Greek Agora Festival At St. Thomas
Cherry Hill, NJ – Get them while they’re hot and available because they’re going fast. Loukoumades at the St. Thomas Agora Greek Food Festival were terrific yesterday, and everyone ordered them until they ran out in…
Kousoulis Cup Fundraiser, 20th Anniversary
Williamstown, NJ – The 20th Kousoulis Cup was held on Monday at Scotland Run Golf course, where the community, family, and friends attended. This year, Executive Director Rolland C. Coutinho presented the Kousoulis family with a…
Despina Nakos, Class Of 2021 WW Pennsylvania Teaching Fellows
Princeton, NJ – The Institute for Citizens & Scholars (formerly known as the WW National Fellowship Foundation) is pleased to announce the 2021 class of WW Pennsylvania Teaching Fellows. Among the class is Despina Nakos of…
