The Greek Heritage Project Museum houses an archive of fascinating information and collections Greek heritage is alive and well thanks to individuals dedicated to maintaining and sharing its ancient roots.The Greek Heritage Project Museum in Saanich houses artifacts, historic dowry collections, preserved memorabilia and much more. The museum’s director, Wendy Smylitopoulos, is carefully responsible for the operation and its exhibitions.Preserving Greek history in and around Greater Victoria through research and education is the goal that drives Smylitopoulos and the volunteers who help him bring together large amounts of detailed information into digestible learning.“I’m not so interested in dusty books, but…
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WASHINGTON, October 10, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — Small business owners rely largely on personal savings and income from another job to fund their first year of business, according to original survey data released by SCORE, America’s Small Business Mentors . Notably, 60% of entrepreneurs have enough money saved to sustain themselves for at least three months, although the majority (78%) do not seek, much less obtain, external financing. Small business owners rely largely on personal savings and income from another job to fund their first year of business, according to original survey data released by America’s small business mentor SCORE. Notably,…
Long Island is home to many different cultures, each with their own history and traditions. Among these is the Greek heritage, very present in New York, including right here on Long Island. In fact, New York is home to the largest number of people of Greek ancestry in the country. Long Island towns such as Plandome Manor, Munsey Park, and Brookville are all home to significant Greek populations. Those of Greek descent take great pride in their ancestry – that pride was on full display this past weekend in Brookville during the 37th annual Greek Village Festival, hosted by the…
The Stavros Niarchos Foundation Center for Hellenic Studies is pleased to support the inaugural Vancouver Greek Film Festival (VGFF), presented by the Canadian Hellenic Congress of British Columbia And The Cinematheque. The festival, which runs from June 16 to 19, 2022, celebrates cinema as an art and will present an eclectic offering of contemporary and classic Greek films. It was co-founded by Canadian director, screenwriter and producer Harry Killas and local artist Christos Dikeakos. It is also part of a calendar of events organized by the Congress during Greek Heritage Monthwhich will culminate this year with the return of Greek…
The year 2023 saw the Greek energy market break new records in penetration of renewable energy sources (RES) and reduction in energy consumption, according to information revealed by the Athens News Agency – Macedonian (ANA) and published on Saturday, despite a year marked by economic difficulties. growth and a drop in prices compared to the peak of the energy crisis, reports ANA.In a statement to ANA, Independent Electricity Transmission Operator (IPTO) Chief Executive Officer Manos Manousakis said “green” electricity generation combined with large hydropower reached 57%. of total electricity production in 2023 (of which 47.9% was RES and 9.09% hydro),…
Many couples take time during their wedding ceremony to pay tribute to those who have passed away. One way to do this is to hold a libation ceremony. Libation ceremonies are often held during black or African wedding ceremonies to honor and celebrate the couple’s heritage and ancestors. What is the libation ceremony? The libation ceremony is a ritual of pouring a liquid as an offering to a spirit, deity or the soul of a deceased person. This can happen during casual social events or milestone moments, like weddings. Here, officiant Kim Kirkley tells us more about tradition, the meaning…
Nearly 240 antiques and historical objects from 27 museums in Greece and abroad and 4 private collections are included in the new exhibition titled “Cheronea, August 2, 338 BC: A day that changed the world” which will be held opens at the Museum of Cycladic Art (MCA). in Athens on Thursday, reports ANA, The exhibition highlights the importance of the Battle of Chaeronea in antiquity, during the transition from the Classical to the Hellenistic period. “The latter became an era where Greek civilization dominated for centuries and laid the foundation for what we call the Western world,” explains the MCA.…
Staying safe above freezing over the next few nights Virginia will receive $230.4 million in federal aid to boost small businesses and entrepreneurs with loans and venture capital for tech startups, particularly those located in underserved communities.The initiative is part of American Rescue Plan Actthat President Joe Biden signed early last year, to help small businesses recover from the COVID-19 pandemic and promote equitable investments in minority businesses that historically have had less access to financial capital to establish themselves.“Virginia is for innovators — we see it every day,” said Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Va., who joined the White…
Raising awareness and hence understanding the health effects of climate change will facilitate both behavioral change and societal support for actions needed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. It can also help engage health professionals in supporting mitigation and adaptation strategies that will improve health and reduce vulnerability.WHO/Europe implements a wide range of activities on climate change and health. They include advocacy campaigns and multimedia products aimed at both policy makers and the general public; a comprehensive set of guidance notes, guidance, tools and training manuals; and engagement in climate forums to increase the importance of health issues on the climate…
The Kalymnian Society ‘Prodromos’ of Campbell, OH celebrated its 100th anniversary with a rich multi-day celebratory program that concluded on Saturday, November 25, including a gala dinner dance at the packed Mr. Anthony Banquet Center , in the presence of members and friends. . Official guests of the celebratory events included Bishop Paisios of Kalymnos, Leros and Astypalaia, Prefect of Kalymnos Manolis Mouselis, newly elected Mayor of Kalymnos Ioannis Mastrokoukos, US Congressman Gus Bilirakis of Florida, Kalymnian origin, as well as representatives of other associations. Nicholas Kalouris, president of the Pan-Kalymnian Association of America as well as president of the…