in the Community
Stories from the Greek-American community, its institutions, events, and people.
St. Irene Philoptochos Opens Applications for 2026 Elaine Kyriacou Memorial Scholarships
St. Irene Philoptochos of St. Thomas Greek Orthodox Church in Cherry Hill is accepting applications for the 2026 Elaine Kyriacou Memorial Scholarships. Applications are due May 18.
Racing Toward 50: AHEPA Chapter 445 Hosts 49th Annual Pan-Hellenic Meet
AHEPA Chapter 445 “Thermopylae” hosted its 49th annual Pan-Hellenic Family Track and Field Meet on May 9 at Marple Newtown High School.
Greek Name Days This Week: May 10 to May 16, 2026
Greek name days for May 10 to May 16, 2026, including Simon, Methodios, Argyris, Olympia, Theodoros, Glykeria, Aristotelis, Isidora, Achilleas, Pachomios, and Kali.
OPA! Festival Marks 125 Years of Annunciation Parish in Elkins Park
The OPA! Festival is underway at Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church in Elkins Park, marking 125 years of parish life with food, dance, music, and community.
OCF Opens Paid Student Internships in Campus Ministry
Orthodox Christian Fellowship is accepting applications for paid student internships supporting chapter resources, UPSTREAM, communications, and Great Lent programming.
Daughters of Penelope Nike Chapter #230 Opens 2026 Scholarship Program
Daughters of Penelope Nike Chapter #230 is accepting applications for its 2026 scholarship program, offering a $1,500 award to an eligible high school senior.
Greek Name Days This Week: May 3 to May 9, 2026
Greek name days for May 3 to May 9, 2026, including Saint Mavra, Saint Pelagia, Saint Irene, Saint Ephraim, Saint Seraphim, Saint Arsenios, Saint John the Theologian, and Saint Christopher.
Can Greek Americans Still Get Greek Citizenship? What It Actually Takes in 2026
Can Greek Americans get Greek citizenship? Real cases show how the process works in 2026, from fast approvals to complex registrations.
Odyssey Charter School’s Greek Program Draws Attention in Greece
Odyssey Charter School’s Greek-language program drew attention in Greece after students from Wilmington visited Athens through a school exchange.
Philadelphia Greek Independence Day Parade Filled the Parkway With Flags, Music, and Community
Flags, music, traditional dress, and generations of families shaped this year’s Greek Independence Day parade in the civic heart of Philadelphia.
Doxology at Saint George Cathedral Opens Philadelphia Greek Parade Day
The official Doxology at Saint George Cathedral opened Philadelphia’s 2026 Greek Independence Day parade day with prayer, remembrance, and community presence.
Eleftheria Gala Honors Steve Kontos During Philadelphia Greek Independence Day Weekend
The 2026 Eleftheria Gala honored Steve Kontos at the Pennsylvania Convention Center as part of Philadelphia’s Greek Independence Day weekend.
