in the Community
Stories from the Greek-American community, its institutions, events, and people.
Cretans Of Delaware Valley To Host Glendi Night 2018
The Cretans of Delaware Valley “Knossos” proudly present Cretan Glenti Night. The dance will be hosted on November 30, 2018, 7:00 pm, at St. Thomas Danielle Kousoulis Cultural Center in Cherry Hill New Jersey. The featured…
Pontian Akritai To Host 79th Annual Thanksgiving Dance
The Pontian Akritai of Philadelphia society is hosting its annual Thanksgiving weekend dance at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church. On Saturday, November 24, 2018, the area’s largest celebration will take place on the occasion of the…
First Hellenic Hearts Scholarship Recipients Share Trait
Bryn Mawr, PA – Rosemont College played host to the Hellenic Hearts’ First Scholarship Awards Ceremony this past Sunday. Under the direction of the Educational Guidance Program (“EGP”), eleven college and high school Greek-American students from…
Andros Society Celebrates 57th Year
Cinnaminson, NJ – The Corthion Andros Society held its big dance last night at the Merion. Guests and attendees danced the night away to the live music provided by Yiannis Papastefanou and his orchestra. Various organization…
Beneficial Velvendinon Society “philopatria” Celebrates 115 Years
Cherry Hill, NJ – The Beneficial Velvendinon Society “Philopatria” hosted its 115th year anniversary dance this past Saturday night at St. Thomas Greek Orthodox Church. The event attracted the Velvenidinon and greater community out for an…
PGBL: Revolution Beats PAS Giannina In Season Opener
Upper Darby, PA – Opening night of the PGBL, brought together the community for the twelfth season. Three games were played. The big 8 pm match featured the Revolution and PAS Giannina, two playoff teams from…
NHSA Hosted Fall 2018 Convention In NYC
The National Hellenic Student Association (NHSA) of North America hosted its 20th Convention last weekend, October 12-14 in New York City. The theme of the convention, “Tomorrow is Now,” focused on current events, professional development, leadership,…
Evangelismos of Theotokos to Host Bid ‘N Buy
Join the parishioners of Evangelismos of Theotokos on Saturday, November 3rd, 2018, at 5 pm as they “Fall Into the Finer Things” at their Annual Bid and Buy. Come, enjoy a beautiful evening full of surprises! The ticket…
Tracing Your Roots at Hellenic Genealogy Conference
Philadelphia, PA – The first Philadelphia Hellenic Genealogy Conference was held at St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral this past Saturday. Over fifty guests attended the affair that was hosted by Carol Kostakos Pentranek and Georgia Stryker…
The Velvendinon Society “philopatria” To Host 115th Anniversary Dance
The Beneficial Velvendinon Society “Philopatria” will be hosting its 115th Year Anniversary dance on Saturday, October 20th, 2018. At 7:00 pm the doors will open for dinner. The dance will feature Live Greek Band. Details October…
Brotherhood Of Demati Announces Annual Dinner Dance 2018
The Brotherhood of Demati is hosting its Annual Dinner Dance on November 3, 2018. The affair will take place at St. Demetrios Church hall in Upper Darby. Tickets are $65 for adults and $30 for students.…
Astra Foods Cheesesteak Challenge, A Philly Tradition Continues
Philadelphia, PA – The Astra Foods Cheesesteak Challenge took place yesterday. It was the fourth time the contest took place as part of the annual Philadelphia Cheesesteak Festival. The contest saw nine men and one woman…
