The U.S. Army Europe and Africa Band & Chorus honors Greece
America’s musical ambassadors in Europe and Africa, the U.S. Army Europe and Africa Band & Chorus, perform The Dance of Zalongo to commemorate Greek Independence Day.
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Greek Independence Day: Wreath-laying in Philadelphia
The Greek community celebrated yesterday the 200th anniversary of the Greek Revolution of 1821 in a ceremony that followed the Greek Flag’s raising and laid a wreath at the Charioteer of Delphi replica statue at the Philadelphia Art Museum.
Greek Flag Raised at Philadelphia City Hall
Philadelphia celebrated yesterday the 200th anniversary of Greek Independence, raising the Greek Flag at City Hall.
Philadelphia celebrates the Feast of the Annunciation of the Theotokos
Elkins Park, PA – Watch the Hierarchical Matins, the Divine Liturgy, and the Doxology, with His Grace Bishop Apostolos of Medeia at Annunciation/Evangelismos Greek Orthodox Church.
President Biden’s message for the 2021 Greek Independence Day
Watch President Biden’s address to the Greek people for Greek Independence Day, celebrating 200 years of friendship between our countries & the shared values that unite us.
Η Φιλαδέλφεια των ΗΠΑ τιμά την ελληνική επανάσταση του 1821
O Ελληνισμός των ΗΠΑ δεν θα μπορούσε να μείνει αμέτοχος στον εορτασμό της συμπλήρωσης 200 χρόνων από την επανάσταση του 1821. Μετά από συντονισμένες προσπάθειες της Ομοσπονδίας ελληνικών Σωματείων Φιλαδέλφειας των ΗΠΑ στο ιστορικό κέντρο της πόλης φωταγωγήθηκαν οι τρεις μεγαλύτεροι ουρανοξύστες με τα γαλανόλευκα χρώματα.
The Great Vespers at Annunciation/Evangelismos in Elkins Park, PA
On Wednesday, March 24, 2012, Annunciation / Evangelismos Greek Orthodox Church’s parish of Elkins Park, PA, celebrated the Great Vespers.
A Proclamation on Greek Independence Day: A National Day of Celebration of Greek and American Democracy, 2021
Exactly 200 years ago, inspired by the same ideals of liberty, self-governance, and passionate belief in democracy that sparked the American Revolution, the people of Greece declared their independence. Today, the people of the United States join the Greek people in commemorating the creation of the modern Greek state — and celebrating two centuries of enduring friendship between our nations.
Press release: March 25, 2021 – 200 years of Greek Freedom
The Federation of Hellenic-American Societies of Philadelphia and the Greater Delaware Valley remembers and kneels before the heroes of the 1821 revolution.
200 χρόνια Έλληνες
Watch this video clip titled “200 Years Greeks” by the “Greece 2021” official committee.
Proclamation Recognizes Greek Independence Day in Cherry Hill, NJ
The St. Thomas Greek Orthodox community gathered at city hall on Monday for a ceremony in honor of the Greek War of Independence.
«Ας κρατήσουν οι χοροί»
Watch the video clip of the 200th anniversary of the Greek Revolution.
Annunciation Honors the Greek War of Independence 200th Anniversary
Greek Independence day celebrations were performed by the Greek School of Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church this past week.
St. Demetrios Performs National Anthem
Greek School students from St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church performed the Greek National Anthem yesterday under the direction of Father Gregory Gilbert.
Greek TV Show Interviews Philadelphia’s Federation
On Sunday, March 14, 2021, MEGA Channel, a national Greek TV station, invited four of our own Philadelphia Greeks to their popular weekend morning show “MEGA Savvatokyriako.”
Greek Language School of St. Sophia Sings National Anthem
The Greek Language school of St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Church, performed the Greek National Anthem yesterday in honor of the 200th anniversary of the Greek War of Independence.
St. George Welcomes Federation, Celebrates 200 Year Independence
St. George Greek Orthodox Church welcomed Federation President Dimitris Rozanitis and Vice-President Stefanos Evangelopoulos with a performance outside their church this past Sunday.
Historic Visit: Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America at Saint Thomas Greek Orthodox Church in Cherry Hill, NJ
Sunday, December 13, 2020, His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America visited Saint Thomas Greek Orthodox Church in Cherry Hill, NJ, for His Arch Pastoral Visit. During this visit, His Eminence celebrated the Divine Liturgy, bestowed symbolic gifts to V.R. Archimandrite Father Christoforos and parish council President Charles Sandilos, and he administered the Oath of Office for newly elected officers of … Continued
New Officers and Board Elected for 2020-2021
On Tuesday, September 8, 2020, at St. Demetrios, Upper Darby, we, the Federation of Hellenic American Societies of Philadelphia and Greater Delaware Valley, we’re excited to return for a meeting – in person finally! Thank you to everyone who joined and participated that evening; it was so nice to see you there! The Elections for 2020-2021 were conducted as part … Continued
George Burlotos – Γεώργιος Μπουρλότος 1923 – 2020
My beloved parishioners,Christ is Risen – Χριστός Ανέστη, It is with much sadness and a heavy heart I inform you that our beloved George Burlotos, the “Greek Spirit” of our Community, left us today, after a strong fight with the Covid-19. Below you can find the obituary and a message from his beloved family. May he rest in peace with … Continued
6th Annual AHI Greek Heritage Night
Join the American Hellenic Institute (AHI) at Citizens Bank Park for the Phillies Greek Heritage Celebration on May 29, 2019, at 7:00 pm. You will have the opportunity to watch a great Baseball game when the Philadelphia Phillies host the St. Louis Cardinals. You will also celebrate the Greek Heritage Evening with Greek Music, Dancing, Scenery & Food and fundraise … Continued
Christopher B. Sevast passes away
Christopher B. Sevast, age 95, passed away. He is predeceased by his wife, Kay (née Kokos). Survived by his daughters; Dottie, Alice (Ken) Skinner, Liz, Jeanne, and his grandcats Darby, Krissi and Dolly. His was a life well lived. Chris served in the Pacific in World War 2. He was one of the original members of the Saint Thomas Greek … Continued
Sponsorship opportunities
The Federation of Hellenic-American Societies of Philadelphia and Greater Delaware Valley announced earlier this week the Greek Independence Day Celebrations. One of the most important events will also be the Eleftheria Awards Banquet. The event will be held at the Merion in Cinnaminson NJ, on Saturday, March 30, 2019, and is already drawing the attention of Delaware Valley’s Greek-American community. … Continued
The 2019 Greek Independence Parade in Philadelphia
The Federation of Hellenic-American Societies of Philadelphia and Greater Delaware Valley is announcing the 2019 Greek Independence Parade – The Pontian Genocide 100 Year Commemoration. The parade will take place on Sunday, April 7, 2019, at the Benjamin Franklin Parkway in Philadelphia. This year’s honorees are: Eleftheria Recipient & Grand Marshal: Dr. Konstantinos Koutras, Consul General of Greece Honorary Marshals: Mr. … Continued