This Week For Greeks! - Vol.3 Issue 4 - Monday, February 2, 2009
A Message from the Supreme President
Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
This week I have asked our Executive Director, Basil Mossaidis, to report to you on a very special event which was held in AHEPA's honor in New Jersey. I hope you enjoy this week's This Week For Greeks!
Fraternally,
Ike Gulas, Supreme President
A Message from the Executive Director
Brothers, Sisters and Friends:
I thank Supreme President Ike Gulas for affording me the opportunity to address the readers of This Week For Greeks! This electronic newsletter has turned out to be a very useful tool to provide our audience with timely updates about the Hellenic community and AHEPA.
On Friday, the Supreme President asked me to attend a fundraising dinner hosted by Supreme Governor Louis Arvanitis, Montvale, N.J. Supreme Secretary Dr. John Grossomanides, and the National Chairman of the AHEPA Cooley's Anemia Foundation, Fanoula Gulas, also attended the event which raised funds for the AHEPA Cooley's Anemia Foundation and the AHEPA Educational Foundation's Journey to Greece Program. Mrs. Gulas and Dr. Grossomanides spoke about the AHEPA Cooley's Anemia Foundation and Educational Foundation, respectively, providing the audience with the latest news about how these programs are benefiting our society. More than 350 persons came together in support of the event, and in the end, close to $10,000 was donated to each program.
The event could not have been a success without the fantastic work of The Graycliff catering facility in northern New Jersey. Moreover words cannot express the gratitude we feel toward Brother Arvanitis, who demonstrated vision, leadership, and great fellowship in helping AHEPA fulfill its mission.
In closing, I would like to remind each member of the AHEPA family that preparations are in high gear for the 87th National Convention in San Francisco. In planning your travel, please visit www.ahepatravel.com for flights and shuttles to San Francisco. In addition, the Hyatt hotel discounted room rates are available. Please use visit the AHEPA web site to make your room reservations today. Headquarters will be mailing out registration forms and ad book form in the days to come. We look forward to seeing you by The Bay!
Fraternally,
Basil Mossaidis, Executive Director
News From AHEPA
87th Annual Supreme Convention - San Francisco
WASHINGTON (AHEPA Events) -- Set the date and book your reservations for a fun-filled convention, June 29 - July 5, in San Francisco. Street trollys, delicious dining, and top-line entertainment are all in store for you in one of America's most romantic cities! Find out more on our website: www.ahepa.org/supremeconvention.
AHEPA National Golf Invitational
WASHINGTON (AHEPA Athletics) -- AHEPA invites you to join us for the Dr. Monthe Kofos Annual Memorial AHEPA National Golf Invitational, Sunday, March 29th - Saturday, April 4th, at the Wild Dunes Resort in Charleston, South Carolina. Download the Registration Form.
Help Earthquake Victims in Greece
WASHINGTON, D.C. (AHEPA Relief) -- Today Greece suffered another natural catastrophy, resulting in home and community damage. As Ahepans we can not turn a blinds eye. AHEPA asks each of you to join us now, in helping disaster victims, many of whom have been left homeless and severely injured, by contributing to the AHEPA Disaster Emergency Relief Fund. ... please give generously.
AHEPAcademy Now Taking Applications for the 2009 Session
WASHINGTON (AHEPAcademy) -- Attention High School Juniors: you have the opportunity to be one of a small, select group of Greek-American high school students selected from all over the country to participate in AHEPAcademy, an interactive leadership and networking seminar to be held on the campus of George Mason University outside Washington, DC from June 21-27, 2009. ... download your application today!
2009 AHEPA Journey to Greece Application now Online!
WASHINGTON (Journey to Greece) -- The AHEPA Journey to Greece Program is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to earn college credit while learning about ancient and modern Greece. Plans for the 2009 Program are well underway. Download the prospectus and fill out your application today! ... read more.
Apply Today for your New AHEPA VISA Affinity Card!
WASHINGTON, D.C. (AHEPA Promotion) -- AHEPA is proud to announce, through our partnership with Bank of America, an offer you literally can't afford to pass by! The New AHEPA VISA Affinity Card offers you, not only the lowest APR available, but at a fixed rate that won't change after the card has been activated -- and a chance to help AHEPA at the same time! Please check out the offer online and appply for your new card today!
AHEPA 2009 Calendar
FEBRUARY
06-08 Sons & Maids Mid-Year Conference - Albany, NY
07 Sons & Maids Annual Valentine's Day Dance - Albany, NY
13-14 District 1 Midwinter Conference - Nashville, TN
28 Greek Glendi Welcome Night - Clearwater, FL
MARCH
01 36th Annual AHEPA SE Regional Golf Tournament - Largo, FL
12-15 AHEPA Marrow Basketball Tournament - Chicago, IL
21 AHEPA Canada Roast & Toast - Montreal
29 AHEPA Suffolk County Half Marathon & 5k Race - Selden, NY
MAY
01-03 District 4 Convention - Wilkes Barre, PA
15-17 District 3 Convention - Silver Spring, MD
30-31 District 6 Convention - LaGuardia, NY
JUNE
04-06 District 2 Conference - Boca Raton, FL
05-07 District 1 Conference - Birmingham, AL
05-07 District 5 Conference - Trenton, NJ
05-07 New England (Districts 7, 8 & 9) Regional Conference - Mansfield, MA
05-07 District 10 Conference - Michigan
05-07 Districts 12 & 13 Conference - Joliet, IL
12-14 District 11 Conference - Canton, OH
12-14 District 14 Conference - Sioux Falls, SD
12-14 District 20 Conference - Anaheim, CA
19-21 Districts 15 & 16 Convention - New Orleans, LA
19-21 District 21 Convention - Santa Clara, CA
29-30 AHEPA Supreme Convention 2009 - San Francisco, CA
JULY
01-05 AHEPA Supreme Convention 2009 - San Francisco, CA
Greek American Weekly News Digest
Turkish Americans Attack Senator Menendez
NEW YORK (Greek News) -- February 2, 2009 -- Senator Menendez, a staunch advocate of the Cyprus cause and one of the Hellenic American community's strongest friends on Capitol Hill, was attacked by the Turkish Coalition of America for his questions to then-Senator Clinton during the Secretary of State confirmation hearings. ... read more.
Talks with Obama Aides Being Lined Up
ATHENS (Kathimerini) -- January 28, 2009 -- The Greek government has made its first official contact with US President Barack Obama's administration and face-to-face talks are likely to take place toward the end of this month, but it remains unclear if Prime Minister Costas Karamanlis will meet with the former Illinois senator in March. ... read more.
Other Greek American News Headlines
Greek of the Week!
Supreme Governor Louis Arvanitis
This week's Greek of the week is none other than Supreme Governor Louis Arvanites of Montvale, NJ. Brother Arvanitis is a member of Chapter 54 Alexander Hamilton, and is 35 year member of the AHEPA. He has served the Supreme Lodge with distinction for close to two years, and this past Saturday surpassed any expectation (see photos).
Brother Louie hosted a complimentary formal banquet to raise funds for both the AHEPA Cooley's Anemia Foundation and the AHEPA Journey to Greece. More than 350 AHEPA family members travelled to North Jersey and were treated to luxurious food -- from lobster to chocolate fondue fountains. Fanoula Gulas, Chair of the AHEPA Cooley's Anemia Foundation, flew from Birmingham, Alabama to receive a $10,000 donation. All the participants were amazed at the generosity of the Graycliff Catering.
For his brotherhood, commitment to Hellenism, and extraordinary leadership, please join AHEPA in honoring Supreme Governor Louis Arvanitis as this week's Greek of the Week!
Who's Your Greek of the Week?
There are many heroes in our community who often sadly go unrecognized. You can help. Nominate someone to be AHEPA's Greek of the Week! Simply email a short, detailed nomination, along with a digital photo of them to webmaster@ahepa.org.
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