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SUMMARY:Greek Heritage Society of Southern California - Special celebration of 40th Anniversary
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating 40 Years with the Greek Heritage Society: Exploring and Preserving Our Hellenic Identity\n\n\nOctober 11\, 2025\n9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. – Main Event\n3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. – Genealogy Workshop (Special Event – Optional) \n314 Royce Hall\, UCLA campus \nJoin the Greek Heritage Society (GHS) of Southern California for a very special celebration of their 40th Anniversary with a unique informational\, interactive\, and invigorating multigenerational event filled with presentations\, exhibits\, and inspirational discussions\, as well as the opportunity to explore genealogy through a personalized expert workshop. The event will explore understanding the identity of Greeks in Southern California\, and methods to share and preserve stories and heritage. The GHS seeks to open the door to new ideas and ways of embracing Hellenism to keep the love alive for generations to come. This is an event you won’t want to miss! \nPART I:  EXPLORING WHO WE ARE: THE GREEKS OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA AND BEYOND \nOpening remarks by Consul General of Greece in Los Angeles\, Ms. Christina Valassopoulou\nSpeakers \n\nBessie Karras-Lazaris\, President\, Greek Heritage Society\nGeorge I. Paganelis\, Curator\, Tsakopoulos Hellenic Collection\, California State University\, Sacramento\nDr. Katherine Kelaidis\, Director of Research and Content\, National Hellenic Museum\, Chicago\nGregory Kontos\, genealogist\, historian\, and founder of GreekAncestry\, Athens\, Greece\n\nLunch and Exhibits: \nPhoto gallery and exhibit tables providing information on resources and activities available to help YOU carry the torch of Hellenism into the future. \nPART II:  A CELEBRATION OF CULTURE INTO THE FUTURE \nPanel Discussions: \nYoung Greek professionals will share how they preserve their Greek culture and heritage through comedy\, filmmaking\, music\, dance\, sports and more. \nMusical tribute to Hellenism and reception \nPersonalized genealogy workshop. Special optional event. \nThe event is co-sponsored with the Stavros Niarchos Foundation for the Study of Hellenic Culture at UCLA. It is presented under the auspices of the Consulate General of Greece in Los Angeles. \nRegistration for all events is required. Register HERE \n\n\nFor additional information and assistance\, contact GHS President\, Bessie Karras-Lazaris at greekhertitage@hotmail.com
URL:https://www.americanhellenic.org/event/greek-heritage-society-of-southern-california-special-celebration-of-40th-anniversary/
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SUMMARY:"Renovating My Life\, with Aristotle as My Architect" by Fenia on Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 13\, 2025 10am Central on ZOOM \nArchitect and author Fenia Tsanaka shows how Aristotle’s wisdom can help us “redesign” our lives. Just as the same plot of land can produce very different houses\, the same life circumstances can lead to completely different outcomes—depending on our blueprint. In this lively talk\, Fenia shares practical ways to find meaning\, manage emotions\, improve relationships\, and make better choices. Come ready to be inspired—and maybe start your own life renovation! Register here. \nFenia was born in Athens and is the mother of two. She studied architecture at the National Technical University of Athens. Since then\, she has been the head of an architecture firm\, carrying out studies\, supervising and constructing private projects. Her latest project includes the supervision of the “Onassis National Transplant Center” 7\,000 sq. m. which is an addition to the existing building of the “Onassis Cardiac Surgery Center” in Athens. \nThe book”Renovating My Life\, with Aristotle as My Architect” is available on Google Books and Skroutz.eu. The book is described as a work that connects Aristotle’s philosophical insights with the practicalities of living. If you missed registering above here’s another link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/hmzEuZONTfKiK36XkybkZw \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“This book is the experiential journey of discovering Aristotelian philosophy and how it can change us\,” Tsanaka writes. “Change how we feel\, the way we see situations\, the way we think and ultimately the way we act. In short\, how we can renovate our lives by changing the situations that frustrate us in order to gain a lasting appetite for life.”
URL:https://www.americanhellenic.org/event/renovating-my-life-with-aristotle-as-my-architect-by-fenia-on-zoom/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250912T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250912T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T134840
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SUMMARY:Backgammon Night - UCLA
DESCRIPTION:Backgammon Night \nFriday\, September 12\, 2025 \n6:00 PM – 8:00 PM \n2117 Rolfe Hall\, UCLA Campus \nJoin us for mezedes and conversation. All skill levels are welcome! \nParticipation is free\, but space is limited! \n\n\n\nClick here to RSVP
URL:https://www.americanhellenic.org/event/backgammon-night-ucla/
LOCATION:2117 Rolfe Hall\, UCLA Campus
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250830T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250830T100000
DTSTAMP:20260423T134840
CREATED:20250825T013607Z
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SUMMARY:"Celebrating Mimis Plessas – 100 Years of Music for Greece" with Efi Asvesti
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 30\, 2025 10am Central on ZOOM \nThis year marks the 100th birthday of one of Greece’s most treasured composers\, Mimis Plessas (1924–2024)—and sadly\, it’s also the first year we celebrate without him. Efi Avesti will be joining us from Greece. She will share Plessas life\, his music\, and why his songs are woven into the fabric of Greek culture. Register here to join the Zoom presentation. \nBorn in Athens\, Plessas was a piano prodigy who became Greece’s first piano soloist on national radio. Amazingly\, while earning a PhD in chemistry at Cornell University\, he also built an international reputation as a brilliant pianist. Over a 70-year career\, he wrote music for over 100 films\, 70 plays\, and countless TV and radio shows—blending Greek tradition with jazz and classical in a style all his own. \nHis 1969 album ‘O Dromos’ still holds the record as the best-selling album in Greek history\, and his songs are part of daily life in Greece. Plessas worked with icons like Nana Mouskouri and Marinella\, appeared on popular TV shows\, and earned Greece’s Gold Cross of the Order of the Phoenix. His music continues to inspire—and now\, so will his story. \nEfi lives in Greece and studied Interpretation & Translation in the English language. She loves teaching Greek to the Greek diaspora and foreigners alike. To hear some of Plessas music visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=crtgcLVCsnk \nIf you missed registering above catch the link here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/7E15deB0Se6WK7kauXQcNA \nOrganized by: HAWC
URL:https://www.americanhellenic.org/event/celebrating-mimis-plessas-100-years-of-music-for-greece-with-efi-asvesti/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250822
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SUMMARY:‘A Spartan Dream’ Opens August 15-21\, Q&A Follows two  Screenings in Los Angeles
DESCRIPTION:‘A Spartan Dream’ hits the big screen in five U.S. cities August 15-21\, including at Laemmle Glendale. Q&A sessions with director M. Achilles Nickles\, and main actor Peter Bundic\, after the 7 PM screening on Friday and Saturday. \n‘A Spartan Dream’ tells the story of a young American who is sent to Greece on family business\, but ends up fighting for love in an epic battle with history itself. \nTicket info and dates: https://www.aspartandream.movie/\nSocial Media: @a_spartan_dream\nOfficial Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wNPzvN2vA-Y
URL:https://www.americanhellenic.org/event/a-spartan-dream-opens-august-15-21-qa-follows-two-screenings-in-los-angeles/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250720T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250720T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T134840
CREATED:20250705T163355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250720T080110Z
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SUMMARY:51st Commemoration of Cyprus Illegal Invasion MEMORIAL SERVICE
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.americanhellenic.org/event/51st-commemoration-of-cyprus-illegal-invasion-memorial-service/
LOCATION:Huffington Center at Saint Sophia Cathedral\, 1324 S. Normandie Ave\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90006\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250709T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250709T080000
DTSTAMP:20260423T134840
CREATED:20250705T162256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T115546Z
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SUMMARY:Information Seminar for Greeks Abroad
DESCRIPTION:Information Seminar for Greeks Abroad – Online Event\nAre you a Greek living abroadJoin us for a valuable online information session on key tax and relocation matters in Greece\, organized by the General Secretariat for Greeks Abroad and Public Diplomacy Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs | Η Ελλάδα στον Κόσμο in collaboration with Independent Authority for Public Revenue (AADE).\n\n\n Topics include:\n Tax registration & residency\n Transferring tax residence abroad\n Alternative taxation options\n Customs exemptions for relocation\n Income & property taxation\n Online transactions with AADE\n Starting a business in Greece\n…and more!\n\n\n Date: Wednesday\, July 9\, 2025\n Time: 4-6pm (EET) / 6-8am (PST)\nLanguage: English\n Live Q&A\n\n\n Introduced by:\n• Ms. Maira Myrogianni\, Secretary General for Greeks Abroad and Public Diplomacy\n• Mr. Giorgos Pitsilis\, Governor of AADE\n\n\n\n To register\, email your full name and address to gapd@mfa.gr by July 7 to receive your participation link.
URL:https://www.americanhellenic.org/event/information-seminar-for-greeks-abroad/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250620T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250620T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T134840
CREATED:20250605T042251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T042251Z
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SUMMARY:Backgammon Night
DESCRIPTION:Backgammon Night \nFriday\, June 20\, 2025 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM 2117 \nRolfe Hall\, UCLA Campus RSVP This event is free\, but space is limited. Join us for mezedes and conversation. \n2117 Rolfe Hall 345 Portola Plaza\, Los Angeles\, United States
URL:https://www.americanhellenic.org/event/backgammon-night-2/
LOCATION:2117 Rolfe Hall\, UCLA Campus
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250527T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250527T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T134840
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SUMMARY:The Return That Never Was. Cyprus 1974-2024
DESCRIPTION:A powerful movie night featuring ​six thought-provoking films that explore themes of memory\, identity\, and resistance. From stories of people trying to save all the important exhibits of the Archaeological Museum of Cyprus—along with the​ir identity and the​ir history—to haunting depictions of educational camps set up during the Greek Civil War\, each film invites you into a world where ideas and desires are manipulated. You’ll witness the struggles of those living by the buffer zone\, the quiet endurance of a man in opposition to the occupation of his country\, Cyprus\, and his moving reaction to the lifting of this weight. These films are more than entertainment—they are a journey through history\, loss\, and the unyielding spirit of those who refuse to forget. \n \nCyprus and Greek Premiere Films \nSCREENING – Giannis in the cities – 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm \nDirector\, Eleni Alexandraki will be in attendance \nRECEPTION 6:00 – 6:45 pm \nSCREENING – Short Films 6:45 – 7:30 pm \nDirector\, Panayiotis Chistphorou will be in attendance \nSCREENING – The Return that never was. Cyprus 1974-2024 7:30 – 9:00 pm \nMORE INFO HERE \n  \n  \nat Saint Sophia – Gianopulos Theater
URL:https://www.americanhellenic.org/event/the-return-that-never-was-cyprus-1974-2024/
LOCATION:Huffington Center at Saint Sophia Cathedral\, 1324 S. Normandie Ave\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90006\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Los Angeles Greek Film Festival":MAILTO:info@lagreekfilmfestival.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250527
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250602
DTSTAMP:20260423T134840
CREATED:20250209T053721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250525T001139Z
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SUMMARY:Los Angeles Greek Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:The 19th annual Greek Film Festival will occur from May 27 to June 1\, 2025. \nMore info: www.lagff.org
URL:https://www.americanhellenic.org/event/los-angeles-greek-film-festival/
LOCATION:Egyptian Theater
ORGANIZER;CN="Los Angeles Greek Film Festival":MAILTO:info@lagreekfilmfestival.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250517T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250517T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T134840
CREATED:20250307T011228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250315T035621Z
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SUMMARY:Gefyra Book Club: Niki: A Novel by Christos Chomenidis\,
DESCRIPTION:Discussion led by Professor Sharon Gerstel\, Director\, UCLA SNF Center for the Study of Hellenic Culture and Dr. Eirini Kotsovili\, Senior Lecturer\, Global Humanities at Simon Fraser University \nVia Zoom
URL:https://www.americanhellenic.org/event/gefyra-book-club-niki-a-novel-by-christos-chomenidis/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250510T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250510T235900
DTSTAMP:20260423T134840
CREATED:20250223T025956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T195746Z
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SUMMARY:AHC Annual Gala
DESCRIPTION:Annual Gala at OMNI Hotel
URL:https://www.americanhellenic.org/event/ahc-annual-gala/
LOCATION:OMNI Hotel\, 251 South Olive Street\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90012\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250507T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250507T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T134840
CREATED:20250504T012726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250504T012726Z
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SUMMARY:THE CYPRUS INSTITUTE  - THE FEDERATION OF CYPRIOT AMERICAN ORGANIZATIONS
DESCRIPTION:THE CYPRUS INSTITUTE \nTHE FEDERATION OF CYPRIOT AMERICAN ORGANIZATIONS \nCordially invite you to a Keynote Lecture by \nProf. Stavros Malas \nPresident of the Cyprus Institute \nJoin us for an insightful evening with Prof. Malas who will highlight the Institute’s groundbreaking work in research and innovation and discuss Cyprus’ rise as a hub for research excellence and international collaboration. He will also share his vision for establishing strategic partnerships with leading U.S.-based institutions. \nWednesday\, May 7\, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. \nAnassa Estiatorio (Private Room\, 2nd floor) \n200 East 60th Street\, New York\, NY 10022 \nRSVP to info@fcaousa.org or (516) 399-2295 for LIVE STREAM link
URL:https://www.americanhellenic.org/event/the-cyprus-institute-the-federation-of-cypriot-american-organizations/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250504T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250504T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T134840
CREATED:20250426T225838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250504T014020Z
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SUMMARY:STELIOS - ΥΠΑΡΧΩ Avant-Premiere Film Screening
DESCRIPTION:Los Angeles Greek Film Festival presents the West Coast Avant Premiere of STELIOS – ΥΠΑΡΧΩ \nMay 4\, 2025 \nHarmony Gold Theater \n7655 Sunset Blvd. \nLos Angeles\, CA 90046 \n  \nFor Tickets
URL:https://www.americanhellenic.org/event/stelios-%cf%85%cf%80%ce%b1%cf%81%cf%87%cf%89-avant-premiere-film-screening/
LOCATION:Harmony Gold Theater\, 7655 Sunset Blvd.\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90046
ORGANIZER;CN="Los Angeles Greek Film Festival":MAILTO:info@lagreekfilmfestival.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250413T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250413T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T134840
CREATED:20250402T004624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T004624Z
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SUMMARY:A TRIBUTE TO KOSTIS PALAMAS: RENOWNED POET AND COMPOSER OF THE ORIGINAL OLYMPIC HYMN
DESCRIPTION:Professor THEODORE MALLIAS (University of Patras)\n\nA presentation of Prof. Mallias book-album\nOlympism-Olympic Hymn-Kostis Palamas\non the significance of the Olympic Hymn that was adopted in 1896\nfor the first modern Olympic games in Athens\n\nSunday\, April 13\n4:00 pm \nUniversity Hall 3800 (3rd floor)\n(free parking – enter P1)\n*The presentation is in Greek with audiovisual material in Greek and English\nThe event is co-hosted by the Greek Heritage Society of Southern California and the Hellenic Library of Southern California\nSpace is limited. Please\, RSVP here
URL:https://www.americanhellenic.org/event/a-tribute-to-kostis-palamas-renowned-poet-and-composer-of-the-original-olympic-hymn/
LOCATION:Loyola Marymount University\, 1 Loyola Marymount University Dr\,\, Los Angeles\, 90045\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250412T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250412T183000
DTSTAMP:20260423T134840
CREATED:20250307T010912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250307T010912Z
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SUMMARY:East Meets West: Interdisciplinary Perspectives on  Greece’s History and Culture
DESCRIPTION:UCLA Stavros Niarhos Foundation Center for the Study of Hellenic Culture \nThe Angelo K. Tsakopoulos Hellenic Studies Center\, California State University\, Sacramento \nThis conference examines Greece’s interactions with the East and West\, examining Ancient Roots and Influences\, Byzantine Spaces and Sounds\, Memory and Diachronicity\, and Modern Society and Relations. \nAttendance is free and open to the public.
URL:https://www.americanhellenic.org/event/east-meets-west-interdisciplinary-perspectives-on-greeces-history-and-culture/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250406T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250406T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T134840
CREATED:20250322T212548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250406T032454Z
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SUMMARY:Up Close and Personal - featuring YOLANDA "LINDA" REID CHASSIAKOS\, award-winning author of science fiction-fantasy and mystery thriller books
DESCRIPTION:Yolanda is the author of several novels in the Sammy Greene Thriller Series\, including “Dead Air\,” which won the 2010 Royal Palm Literary Award\, a prestigious recognition for independent authors.  It was followed by the sequel “Devil Wind.”  Other books in the series include “Dirty Deeds and “Deep Waters.” \nYolanda’s book\, “The Zygan Emprise\,” was a winner in the 2024 BookFest competition\, awarded third place in the category of Science Fiction–Action and Adventure. \nYolanda’s works typically blend elements of medical drama and suspense\, often featuring intricate plots with an emphasis on realism and character development. \nMeet Yolanda at next “Up Close and Personal.”  \n  \nSunday\, April 6\, 2025\, 4pm \nLMU Caloyeras Center for Modern Greek Studies \nUniversity Hall 3800\, 3rd Floor.  \nEnter P1 – Free Parking \nBooks will be available for sale and autographing. \nSeating is limited.  Please RSVP by April 4th:  hawcpacific@gmail.com
URL:https://www.americanhellenic.org/event/up-close-and-personal-featuring-yolanda-linda-reid-chassiakos-award-winning-author-of-science-fiction-fantasy-and-mystery-thriller-books/
LOCATION:Loyola Marymount University\, 1 Loyola Marymount University Dr\,\, Los Angeles\, 90045\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250404
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250405
DTSTAMP:20260423T134840
CREATED:20250316T161647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250316T161647Z
UID:10000045-1743724800-1743811199@www.americanhellenic.org
SUMMARY:3rd Capital Link Cyprus Business Forum
DESCRIPTION:H.E. Nikos Christodoulides\, President – Republic of Cyprus and Ministers Giorgos Papanastasiou\, Marina Hadjimanolis and Nicodemos Damianou\, participate as KEYNOTE SPEAKERS in our upcoming  3rd Capital Link Cyprus Business Forum that we are hosting on Friday\, April 4th\, 2025\, at the Metropolitan Club in New York City. \nOrganized in cooperation with the Cyprus Union of Shipowners and supported by the Deputy Shipping Ministry of the Republic of Cyprus and Invest Cyprus\, this premier forum will foster an open dialogue on Cyprus’s business and investment landscape\, highlighting its openness and competitiveness on the global stage. \nThe event is FREE
URL:https://www.americanhellenic.org/event/3rd-capital-link-cyprus-business-forum/
LOCATION:New York\, NY
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250325T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250325T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T134840
CREATED:20250130T215111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T215111Z
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SUMMARY:Greek Heritage Night Celebration at LA Kings
DESCRIPTION:Join the Los Angeles Kings\, the Consulate General of Greece in Los Angeles\, and the San Francisco Metropolis Philoptochos as we celebrate the Greek Independence Day at Crypto.com Arena! The event will honor Southern California’s Greek-American community and the Greek culture through our shared love of hockey and our Kings. \nAll tickets sold include an exclusive LA Kings Greek Heritage beanie (while supplies last) and access to a pregame reception on City View Terrace! \nA portion of all ticketing proceeds with be donated to KID’S n CANCER\, an organization whose mission is to provide financial and emotional support to families navigating the challenges of childhood cancer\, including facilitating life-saving treatments and care for children in need.
URL:https://www.americanhellenic.org/event/greek-heritage-night-celebration-at-la-kings/
LOCATION:Crypto.com Arena\, 1111 S Figueroa St\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90015\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250322T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250322T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T134840
CREATED:20241130T205129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T201358Z
UID:10000027-1742670000-1742677200@www.americanhellenic.org
SUMMARY:Independence Day Celebration organized by the Greek Consulate in LA
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.americanhellenic.org/event/independence-day-celebration-hosted-by-the-greek-consulate/
LOCATION:Huffington Center at Saint Sophia Cathedral\, 1324 S. Normandie Ave\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90006\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250309T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250309T190000
DTSTAMP:20260423T134840
CREATED:20250225T201021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T201155Z
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SUMMARY:An afternoon with LEON LOGOTHETIS\, director of the documentary "The Kindness Within"
DESCRIPTION:Organized by Hellenic American Woman’s Council \nCo-hosted with CALOYERAS CENTER FOR MODERN GREEK STUDIES \nRSVP by Mar-6-25 at hawcpacific@gmail.com \n 
URL:https://www.americanhellenic.org/event/an-afternoon-with-leon-logothetis-director-of-the-documentary-the-kindness-within/
LOCATION:Loyola Marymount University\, 1 Loyola Marymount University Dr\,\, Los Angeles\, 90045\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250209T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250209T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T134840
CREATED:20250208T020735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250208T021131Z
UID:10000037-1739109600-1739113200@www.americanhellenic.org
SUMMARY:International Greek Language Day
DESCRIPTION:International Greek Language Day \nOnline meeting of west coast Greek language educators \nJoin Dr. Eva Priona\, president of the American Association of Teachers of Modern Greek (AATMG) for a ZOOM presentation on the rich history\, the profound impact and the cultural significance of the Greek language\, and its pivotal role in fostering cultural identity and heritage legacy for the Greek Diaspora.\n\nThe presentation is under the auspices of the Consulate General of Greece in San Francisco and the Consulate General of Greece in Los Angeles.\nTo join the meeting go to the link below \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/87413077894?pwd=5onTdljyAxb5Cj4F07NH81Npd3YQPs.1 \n 
URL:https://www.americanhellenic.org/event/international-greek-language-day-2/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250202T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250202T180000
DTSTAMP:20260423T134840
CREATED:20250130T220807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T220807Z
UID:10000038-1738512000-1738519200@www.americanhellenic.org
SUMMARY:Fighting Antisemitism - Lecture at UCLA Stavros Niarchos Foundation
DESCRIPTION:Fighting Antisemitism and Preserving the Memory of the Holocaust: Advances in Greece and Europe? By Leon Saltiel \n 
URL:https://www.americanhellenic.org/event/fighting-antisemitism-lecture-at-ucla-stavros-niarchos-foundation/
LOCATION:The Fowler Museum at UCLA\, 308 Charles E Young Drive North\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90024\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250126T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250126T173000
DTSTAMP:20260423T134840
CREATED:20250104T184737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250119T192158Z
UID:10000028-1737912600-1737912600@www.americanhellenic.org
SUMMARY:Hellenic Society of Constantinople 58th Annual Vasilopita Dinner Dance - POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE DUE TO PALISADES FIRE
DESCRIPTION:POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE DUE TO PALISADES FIRE \nSAINT SOPHIA CATHEDRAL \nCOCKTAILS AT 5:30 PM \nDINNER AT 6:30 PM \nHONORIING ANDREAS KYPRIANIDES \nHONORARY CONSUL GENERAL OF CYPRUS IN LOS ANGELES
URL:https://www.americanhellenic.org/event/honoring-andreas-kyprianides-honorary-counsul-general-of-cyprus-in-los-angeles/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250101T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250101T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T134840
CREATED:20241130T204654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241130T204654Z
UID:10000026-1735747200-1735747200@www.americanhellenic.org
SUMMARY:Pretty in Pink: A Portrait of Queen Olga of Greece at the Benaki Museum by George Manginis
DESCRIPTION:Pretty in Pink: A Portrait of Queen Olga of Greece at the Benaki Museum \nLecture by \nGeorge Manginis\nAcademic Director\nBenaki Museum in Athens \nSaturday\, January 11\, 2025\n4:00 p.m.\n314 Royce Hall\, UCLA Campus\nReception to follow \nConversation following the lecture with Sharon Gerstel\, Director\, UCLA Stavros Niarchos Foundation Center for the Study of Hellenic Culture. \nRSVP link: To be provided \nOn the third floor of the Benaki Museum in central Athens hangs a portrait of Queen Olga\, the consort of Greece’s second king\, painted a few years after her wedding to George I. In March 2021\, the portrait\, attributed to an unknown artist\, was included in the Museum’s anniversary exhibition celebrating the bicentennial of the Greek Revolution. This lecture will unfold the story of this radiant but enigmatic painting\, from its creation to its bequest to the Museum\, offering surprising insights into 19th– and 20th– century Greek and European history. \nGeorge Manginis is the Academic Director of the Benaki Museum in Athens. He has taught and researched Cypriot prehistory\, Islamic art and architecture\, Sinai studies\, Chinese ceramics\, European decorative arts and the Greek and Armenian diasporas. In 2016 he published Mount Sinai: A History of Travellers and Pilgrims and China Rediscovered: The Benaki Museum Collection of Chinese Ceramics\, followed by Ceramics from Korea at the Benaki Museum: The George Eumorfopoulos Collection and Director’s Choice: Benaki Museum in 2021\, and Imperial China in 2023. \nThis event is held under the auspices of the Consulate General of Greece in Los Angeles and made possible thanks to the Stavros Niarchos Foundation (SNF). \nGefyra (Bridge) is a collaborative program established by the UCLA SNF Center for the Study of Hellenic Culture and the SNF Centre for Hellenic Studies at Simon Fraser University with support from the Stavros Niarchos Foundation (SNF). Gefyra’s mission is to connect students\, faculty\, and communities along the West Coast of North America with Greek scholars\, artists\, and other creators\, so that they can together explore expansive and imaginative approaches to Greek culture and knowledge production. The program additionally supports academic conferences and cultural projects that bridge the West Coast and Greece.
URL:https://www.americanhellenic.org/event/pretty-in-pink-a-portrait-of-queen-olga-of-greece-at-the-benaki-museum-by-george-manginis/
LOCATION:314 Royce Hall\, UCLA Campus
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241206T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241206T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T134840
CREATED:20241130T202408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241130T202408Z
UID:10000025-1733508000-1733515200@www.americanhellenic.org
SUMMARY:Backgammon Night
DESCRIPTION:Backgammon Night \nDecember 6\, 2024\n6:00 PM – 8:00 PM\n \n2117 Rolfe Hall\, UCLA Campus \nParticipation is free; Please RSVP: https://forms.gle/Nbbc6nUkFcDUcuvPA \nJoin us for mezedes and conversation. \nParking for Royce Hall is available in Parking Structure 5 located at: 302 Charles E Young Dr N\, Westwood\, Los Angeles\, CA 90095. Parking Structure 5  is accessible from Royce Drive\, south of Sunset Boulevard\, and west of Hilgard Ave. (in the northeast section of the campus). \nNo parking attendants will be on-site at the parking structure\, and Pay-By-Space/Visitor Parking is extremely limited in this lot\, so we highly encourage you to purchase a parking permit in advance: \n\nTo save time\, you may purchase your parking permit for $16 in advance using Bruin ePermit: https://bruinepermit.t2hosted.com/pnw2/selectevent.aspx. Select “UCLA Campus Event\,” then “Backgammon Night” With the advanced parking permit\, you can park anywhere in Parking Structure 5 EXCEPT in the Pay-by-Space section. For instructions on how to use this portal\, please click here.\nTo purchase a permit when you arrive at Parking Structure 5\, please park ONLY in the Pay-By-Space/Visitor Parking area on the rooftop of this structure\, and proceed to the Self-Service Pay Station machine to pay by credit card (the parking on this level is very limited).\nGuest drop/Ride-share drop off is closest at the turnaround at the front of Royce Hall located at: 10745 Dickson Court\, Los Angeles\, CA 90095.\nAccessible parking: If you have accessibility needs\, you may park in the Pay-By-Space/Visitor Parking area on the rooftop (level 6) of this structure\, and proceed to the Self-Service Pay Station machine to pay by credit card.  Please visit our Campus Accessibility Map to view related information.\n\nFor inquiries\, please contact hellenic@humnet.ucla.edu
URL:https://www.americanhellenic.org/event/backgammon-night/
LOCATION:2117 Rolfe Hall\, UCLA Campus
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241123T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241123T233000
DTSTAMP:20260423T134840
CREATED:20241031T021311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241031T021311Z
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SUMMARY:COMEDY IN GREEK! - GIORGOS HATZIPAVLOU IN LOS ANGELES
DESCRIPTION:JOIN THE AMERICAN HELLENIC COUNCIL YOUNG PROFESSIONALS TO THIS GREAT STANDUP COMEDY SHOW\n\n \n\nAfter sell-out shows across 29 cities worldwide\, Greece’s biggest touring comedian\, Giorgos Xatzipavlou\, comes to Los Angeles! \nIn this show\, Giorgos dives into everyday life with his unique blend of storytelling and observational comedy. From family to food\, and topics that resonate deeply with Greek communities everywhere. \n“Unstoppable energy and insightful observations – everything we love about Giorgos Xatzipavlou.”  Athinoram \nSocial Media: \nInstagram: @G_xatzipavlou\nFacebook: facebook.com/giorgosxatzipaulou \nYouTube: @giorgosxatzipavlou \nDoors: 9:30pm | 18+ General Admission\nTickets: $35 Advanced / $40 Day of Show \n10% DISCOUNT AT CHECKOUT FOR AHC MEMBERS WITH CODE: “OFFER” AT CHECKOUT \nLineup subject to change | No item minimum | No late entry \nTICKETS ARE NON-TRANSFERABLE | We do NOT honor tickets through third party sellers \n*Day of show tickets based on availability. \nIf an event is sold out online\, there will be no tickets available at the door unless otherwise posted on our socials.
URL:https://www.americanhellenic.org/event/comedy-in-greek-giorgos-hatzipavlou-in-los-angeles/
LOCATION:Dynasty Typewriter\, 2511 Wilshire Blvd\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90057\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="American Hellenic Council":MAILTO:alex@americanhellenic.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241119
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241121
DTSTAMP:20260423T134840
CREATED:20241105T162740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T162954Z
UID:10000024-1731974400-1732147199@www.americanhellenic.org
SUMMARY:Cyprus 1974-2024: Reflecting on the Past Fifty Years Conference
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.americanhellenic.org/event/cyprus-1974-2024-reflecting-on-the-past-fifty-years-conference/
LOCATION:Capitol Hilton\, Washington DC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241116T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241116T180000
DTSTAMP:20260423T134840
CREATED:20241026T084125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241026T084125Z
UID:10000023-1731780000-1731780000@www.americanhellenic.org
SUMMARY:"The Yiayia Project: Voices of a Generation": a storytelling event
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Greek Heritage Society of Southern California 39th anniversary and a celebration of the stories of the women who are the core of the Greek family. Women who have lived through many challenges but have shown strength\, endurance\, and the ability to adapt and persevere in a new country. Women who have passed on values\, traditions\, and culture to their children and grandchildren.\n\nThrough the eyes of their daughters and granddaughters\, you will hear powerful\, touching\, and entertaining stories told by those who have been inspired and guided by these impactful women.\n\nThe event will be accompanied by a reception\, the opportunity to taste desserts passed down by “Yiayia\,” and much more.\n\nThe event is free and open to the public but a donation of $25 to the GHS is kindly requested to support its work.\n\nSpace is limited. Please\, RSVP here
URL:https://www.americanhellenic.org/event/the-yiayia-project-voices-of-a-generation-a-storytelling-event/
LOCATION:The MacIntosh Center University Hall 3900 1 LMU Drive Los Angeles\, CA 90045 (free parking – enter P1)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241116T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241116T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T134840
CREATED:20241026T082235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241026T082235Z
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SUMMARY:Byzantine Crime Novels in the Twenty-first Century: From History to Fiction
DESCRIPTION:This lecture tackles the question of “authenticity” when writing crime novels set in the remote past. Agapitos’ three novels (published between 2003 and 2009 in Greece) that are set in the first half of ninth-century Byzantium during the rule of the last iconoclast emperor\, Theophilos (r. 829–842)\, form the basis of a lively discussion about the challenges of producing a satisfactory narrative. The fairly clear generic conventions of a traditional British-style mystery are not applicable to a medieval culture such as Byzantium\, starting with the basic issue of the absence of detection and the relevant detective. Contemporary fans of crime fiction have broad expectations about what a detective novel should be\, but they also want a feeling of “real” history in the narrative. In his novels\, the speaker tackles this problem by employing various techniques derived from Byzantine rhetoric and narrative\, while at the same time using archaeological\, historical and textual studies to offer a medieval yet contemporary crime story that feels medieval but is\, in fact\, postmodern. \nPanagiotis Agapitos is the Gutenberg Distinguished Research Fellow in Byzantine Literature at the University of Mainz. Previously\, he taught for 25 years at the University of Cyprus as Professor of Byzantine Literature and Culture in the Department of Byzantine and Modern Greek Studies. He studied at the University of Munich and received his Ph.D. from Harvard University. \nThis event is held under the auspices of the Consulate General of Greece in Los Angeles and made possible thanks to the generous support of the Stavros Niarchos Foundation (SNF). This event is co-sponsored by the UCLA Department of Classics\, UCLA CMRS Center for Early Global Studies\, and the Pourdavoud Institute for the Study of the Iranian World.
URL:https://www.americanhellenic.org/event/byzantine-crime-novels-in-the-twenty-first-century-from-history-to-fiction/
LOCATION:314 Royce Hall\, UCLA Campus
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