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Celebrate Greek Heritage at Philadelphia’s Annual Flag Raising Ceremony
Join us for the Annual Greek Flag Raising Ceremony at Philadelphia City Hall on April 4, 2025, as we kick off a weekend of Greek heritage and pride. Experience the powerful tradition of raising the Greek flag, alongside honored guests, including His Eminence Metropolitan Apostolos of New Jersey, government officials, and the Greek Presidential Guard…
Greek Heritage Night with the Philadelphia 76ers – A Celebration of Culture and Basketball
Join us for a night of excitement, community, and tradition at Greek Heritage Night with the Philadelphia 76ers! The Federation of Hellenic American Societies of Philadelphia and Greater Delaware Valley is proud to host this special event on Thursday, April 3, 2025, at the Wells Fargo Center. A Night of Hoops and Hellenic Pride Get…
Join Us For An Exciting Night Filled With The Incredible Music Of Greek Sensation Dimitris Mpasis
Get ready to experience the remarkable skills of Greek music legend Dimitris Mpasis at the Adelphia Restaurant & Event Center on Sunday, October 20, 2024, at 6:00 pm. This evening will take you on a heartfelt journey through the diverse world of Greek music, seamlessly fusing traditional and contemporary artistry. Dimitris Mpasis, whose deep, resonant…
New Federation Leadership Elected
The Federation of Hellenic American Societies of Philadelphia and the Greater Delaware Valley is proudly announcing its newly elected leadership for the 2024-2025 term. The elections took place on June 18, 2024, at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church in Upper Darby, PA. There was significant participation, and representatives from the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church of…
Greek Community Unites in Celebration of Heritage and Excellence
The Eleftheria Grand Banquet, hosted by the Federation of Hellenic American Societies of Philadelphia and Greater Delaware Valley, was a magnificent celebration honoring Greek Independence Day and the strong bonds within the Greek community. The evening’s highlights included recognizing Archon Commander Anthony Limberakis, MD as the Eleftheria Medal Recipient and Philip Christopher, President of PSEKA,…
Unlocking Aegean Horizons at St. George Cathedral: Inspiring Greek Americans to Reconnect with their Heritage
On April 8, 2024, the St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Philadelphia held an event aimed at inspiring Americans with Greek ancestry to reconnect with their heritage by acquiring Greek citizenship and passports. The keynote speaker, Ambassador Dinos Konstantinou, shared his expertise on the citizenship acquisition process. The event covered the necessary paperwork and procedural…
Greek Pride Marches Down the Parkway: Celebrating Independence in Philadelphia
On April 7, 2024, Philadelphia’s streets ignited with vibrant hues and cultural splendor as the annual Greek Independence Day Parade took center stage. Embarking from the Ben Franklin Parkway, the procession commemorated the historic Greek Revolution against Ottoman rule in 1821. Throngs of spectators lined the parkway, brandishing azure and white Greek flags, as the…
Powerful Greek Orthodox Doxology Kicks Off Philadelphia’s Greek Independence Day Parade
On April 7, 2024, the hallowed halls of the Greek Orthodox Cathedral of St. George in Philadelphia reverberated with the echoes of ancient hymns and sacred rites as part of the Greek Independence Day Celebrations in the city. The cathedral hosted the awe-inspiring spectacle of the Official Great Doxology that day, a spiritual event that…
Metropolitan Apostolos Presides Over Salutations to the Theotokos Service at Saint Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church
Saint Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church in Upper Darby, PA, hosted the Salutations to the Theotokos service on Friday, April 5, 2024. The event was graced by the presence of His Eminence, Metropolitan Apostolos of New Jersey, who presided over the service. The ceremony was further honored by the attendance of the Evzones, the military honor…
The Greek Flag Raising Ceremony in Philadelphia featuring the Evzones
The heart of Philadelphia witnessed a momentous occasion as the Greek Flag Raising Ceremony took place to commemorate the country’s Independence Day. The North Apron of City Hall served as the perfect location, where the elite ceremonial unit of the Greek Army, the Evzones, added a touch of grandeur to the festivities with their iconic…
Meet and Greet with the Evzones at St. Demetrios
Yesterday, the Upper Darby community of St. Demetrios celebrated Greek Independence Day with immense enthusiasm and joy. The highlight of the event was the visit of the Evzones, the elite soldiers who had traveled all the way from Greece to honor the 25th of March anniversary. Under the guidance of Father Alexandros Kaitidis and the…
Discover Your Greek Roots: Exploring Greek Citizenship and Passport for Americans
Are you an American citizen with Greek ancestry? You won’t want to miss the exciting event in Philadelphia this April! The St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral is hosting a free event on April 8, 2024, titled “Unlocking Aegean Horizons: Americans Exploring Greek Citizenship and Passports.” This event is a must-attend for anyone interested in acquiring…