"The Iliad", Wine, and Cheese

Come to the Embassy of Greece TONIGHT (05/29) at 7PM and enjoy a night of classic Greece. There will be a staged reading of the Homer's "The Iliad," followed by a wine and cheese reception with the cast, director, and embassy officials.

For more information, visit http://www.scenatheater.org/currentshow.htm.

What Would YOU Do With 100 Tons of Pure Marble?

The Greek Marble Initiative gives Greek and foreign sculptures the chance to showcase their talents and give 120 sculptures to Myro Antiques House. The project seeks to attract and revive Greek contemporary sculpture.

Source: Greek News Agenda

Greek Festivals

This summer, don't miss out on the upcoming Greek festivals! The Athens and Epidaurus festival will include top-notch performers from Greece and abroad, including songwriter and performer Patti Smith and jazz icon Diana Krall. Also, the ancient theatre of Messene will reopen again after 1700 years of silence. It will host an opera gala by Tselia Kostea and Dimitris Platanias and the Athens State Orchestra, on August 3. 

Photo and Story Credit: Greek Agenda

Architecture of Young Greeks

Young Greek architects are showcasing their work thanks to a collaboration of Athens Concert Hall and the Heracles' General Cement Company. The exhibition will display the work of students from the best Greek architectural schools, as well as other Greeks that are studying abroad.
Photo: Greek News Agenda
Story Source: Megaron - Athens Concert Hall

Erika Spyropoulos Honored for Hellenic Philanthropy

The Educators Federation, the Greek Teachers Association, Prometheus, and the Hellenic American Women’s Council held an event in New York to honor Erika Spyropoulos, a humanitarian and social worker who is dedicated to helping Greek schools gain access to education through embracing Hellenic culture. 

Photo and Story Credit: Greek Reporter

Acropolis Ranks High

The Acropolis of Athens is number two in the list of UNESCO's most beautiful World Heritage sites and the new Acropolis Museum ranked third in the world's top 50 museums.

Source: Greek News Agenda