Akrotiri Beach Sydney

Greek City Times is bringing Greece to Sydney, Australia!

Mark your calendars GCT followers, as we are hosting AKROTIRI on August 16, 2019 at Le Sands (Brighton), bringing the Greek Party life to you.

The night will be headlined by FILOXENIA, a trio of talented Greek-Australian guys who create fire with the feet of their audiences, who just can’t get enough. Their sound is ingenious, seamlessly mixing together the rhythms of live drums with the melodies of the Greek bouzouki underpinned by a vast variety of classic greek hits and EDM bangers.

The hottest beach-side party in Brighton Le Sands will also feature DEEPEND, DJ DIMI GEE and a few more surprises that will take the night to the absolute next level.

Spilling out onto the water’s edge, this indoor-outdoor event has plenty of room to dance, limited VIP tables, mouth watering canapés and the finest of drinks.

*The important details:

What: AKROTIRI – Sydney’s beachside Greek night

When: Friday 16th August 2019

Where: Le Sands Restaurant ( 97 The Grand Parade, Brighton Le Sands, NSW 2216)

Why: Because you don’t want to miss out!

Time: 8pm

Ticket Pricing: GA Tickets $55

Ticket Purchases: To secure your entry into the hottest beach-side party in Brighton Le Sands, purchase your tickets here or call +61480147669

See the Facebook event here.

“3rd Greek Business and Arts Festival”

The Hellenic Community of Ireland (HCI) with the support of the CHQ and Epic –The Irish Immigration Museum, proudly presents the “3rd Greek Business and Arts Festival”.

The festival will take place in CHQ, Custom House Quay, Docklands, Dublin 1 on Sunday 24th February from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm.

The Festival is a touch of Greece. On the day you will taste Greek products and meet with Greek and Cypriot entrepreneurs and artists from a wide spectrum:

Original Greek products (Olive Oil, Tachini, Kefir, Olives, Honey, cheese, ouzo)

Greek food and catering companies

Visual artists (painters, ceramists, photographers, miniature artists, iconographers)

Crafts (sawing, embroidery)

Writers and publishers

Health professionals

The Greek School in Ireland

Tattoo artists and stylists

Musicians and performing artists

Technology companies / professionals in Technology and computing

Tourism professionals

HCI Entrepreneurship

Irish Hellenic Society

International Byzantine Greek Summer School

Bolton Trust

Institute of Minority Enterpreneurship, DIT

John Tikis in Sydney at Beta Bar & Gallery

With 8 Gold Records and 15 Albums to his credit, JOHN TIKIS is the ultimate Greek International performer. He has performed all over the world thrilling his audiences in Canada, The United Kingdom, Germany, U.S.A., Greece and throughout Asia.

As John resides in Greece, this SHOW IS NOT TO BE MISSED as he performs live at Beta Bar & Gallery!!!

Where: Beta Bar & Gallery
(Level 1, 238 Castlereagh Street, Sydney)
Date: 18th March 2017
Time: 7.30pm

Ticket Prices: from $100 (Price includes dinner menu prepared by Alpha’s executive chef Peter Conistis)

Drinks available for purchase on the night

For Bookings call (02) 9264 5792 or email: [email protected]

GREEK FESTIVAL OF SYDNEY

The Greek Festival of Sydney is one of Australia’s largest and longest-running annual cultural events. This year’s festival will take place on the weekend of the 25th and 26th of February 2017*.
Regarded as one of the most attended Greek-Australian community events in NSW, this two-day celebration of Greek culture in Tumbalong Park, Darling Harbour will feature a special live music performance by renowned Glykeria on Sunday.

Two days of non-stop entertainment: ancing performances all weekend and live music from local and international musicians, you will be dancing non stop!

Performances by Maria Stavropoulou, Nikitas Ellenis, Nikos Sousamidis, Anna Papoulia, Iho Nyx, George Doukas the Aegean Quartet, musicians from Gazi Live, comedy by George Catsi and a Karagiozis theatre performances presented by the Hellenic Art Theatre.

In addition to the exciting live music programme, there will also be traditional Greek dancing and a diverse range of stalls offering authentic Greek goods and mouth-watering eats.
All are welcome to attend this vibrant cultural event; it’s free and perfect for all the family to enjoy.

*Trading times: Sat 25 Feb: 3pm-11pm / Sun 26 Feb: 10am-10pm

30th Lonsdale St Greek Festival

The Lonsdale St Greek Festival celebrates 30 years in 2017, where Melbourne’s biggest Greek Street party brings a weekend of Greek culture, food and entertainment to the city’s historic Greek Precinct.

Featuring 3 stages of free entertainment, children’s rides and activities, and over 60 food, drink and craft stalls, Melbourne’s largest celebration of Greek culture will take over Lonsdale Street on 25 & 26 February 2017.

The event offers plenty of activities for the younger festival-goer, including Greek dancing lessons, storytelling, art and craft, face painting and carnival rides.

**Adored songstress Glykeria returns to Melbourne for the 30th Lonsdale St Greek Festival, performing her greatest hits on the Delphi Bank Stage on Saturday 25 February.

Date | Time
From: Saturday 25th of February 2017 To Sunday 26th of February 2017
Time: 10am – Midnight

Location
Lonsdale Street, Melbourne 3001
Telephone: 03 9662 2722

Greece’s number 1 DJ Valentino live in Sydney

DJ Valentino has a great history on his shoulders, starting his career as resident DJ at the famous Mercedes Club, Amfitheatro and Priviledge night spots.

In February 1998, he started his career as a radio music producer at Radio Sfera. His television career was also a great one, starting from MAD TV in 2001.

He has collaborated to create great hits, remixes and song adaptations for the biggest stars of the Greek music scene, including Panos Kiamos, Elena Paparizou, Giannis Ploutarxos, Anna Vissi, Pantelis Pantelidis, Paola, Nikos Oikonomopoulos, Eleni Foureira, Despoina Vandi, Sakis Rouvas, Vasilis Karras and many more.

In the nightlife scene, Valentino appears in the biggest clubs in Greece, Cyprus, Europe and America and now he is ready to come to Australia and will be DJ’ing live in Sydney on December 27 at Georges Mediterranean Bar Grill

Here is a taste of what is to come →

www.youtube.com/watch?v=4VtBQOTAOGg

*Don’t miss out on a night with Greece’s number one DJ- purchase your tickets now →

tickets.myguestlist.com.au/v2584654bf7df15/summer-party-with-dj-valentino/evs584654c002ce4/

Inaugural Meeting in Support of Modern Greek Studies

The University of Sydney Modern Greek Department in conjunction with the Modern Greek Studies Foundation and Sydney University Greek Society invite you to the Inaugural Meeting in Support of Modern Greek Studies.

The Evening presents an opportunity for all members and associates to come together to ensure the longevity and continued growth of the Modern Greek Department. Join us in celebrating all that Modern Greek Studies has to offer at the University of Sydney.

All are welcome to attend an evening featuring guest speakers, live music and a Greek dancing showcase.

Light refreshments and canapés will be served.

Entry is free.

All donations made on the night are tax deductible.

RSVP to [email protected]u.au or [email protected]

Dress code is cocktail.

New Years Eve @ Georges Mediterranean Bar & Grill

Imagine a Party with the most glamorous of the 70’s & 80’s for a NYE to remember!
Dance Groove | Mirror Balls | Disco Dance Floor | Light Shows
SIP on Amaretto sours & Aperol spritz or Doer Gold prosecco, premium beers & wine
DINE on tantalising canapés, sumptuous seafood and cured meats food stations
DANCE to an eclectic selection of Euro Disco, Funk & Boogie from the likes of
Donna Summer to Rick James delivered to the dance floor by the one and only
DISC JOCKEYS “STEVE K & STAN THE MAN”

WHERE: Georges Mediterranean Bar & Grill
TIME 8.00 pm – 2.00 am

For more information or to organise your group – CALL – 9295 5066

St Stephanos’ Christmas Carols in Sydney

For the first time this year, the Blessed Parish of St Stephanos Hurlstone Park will proudly host a Christmas Carols evening, on Friday December 16^th between 6pm and 9pm.

St. Stephanos’ Christmas Carols Event aims to not only mark the birth of our Saviour and Lord Jesus Christ, but also to unite families, parishioners and friends of the St. Stephanos’ local inner west community, as well as the broader Greek community.

This special evening will be filled with live performances from St Stephanos’ child care centre children, the Parish Greek Dancing Group, and also from Orthodox Choirs, and local as well as interstate musicians.

There will also be plenty of food stalls, a surprise visit from Santa, as well as a range of fun entertainment and activities for all the family to enjoy.

If you are in Sydney, don’t miss celebrating the festive season with this magical night taking place on the grounds of St Stephanos’ Parish at Hurlstone Park.

European Day of Wine Tourism

On Sunday November 13^th from 11 am to 5 pm, visitable wineries in Central Greece will be open waiting for you to experience the meaning of Wine Tourism.

Visitable Wineries Open include:

Tzivani Winery

Avantis Estate

Lykos Winery

Vriniotis Winery

Koutsogiorgakis Winert

Sokos Wines

Gkikas Winery

Muses Estate

Estate Hatzimichalis

Elassona Wine

Through wine tastings, touring at the production installations and the barrel cellars, you will get acquainted with the region of Central Greece and its Winemakers.

For more information, please contact:

Telephone: 22330 80324 – 210 8075512

or visit www.enoake.gr

Oh My Greek Week in Melbourne

Spearheaded by chef, TV personality, restaurateur and author George Calombaris, Oh My Greek Week is returning in 2016 and will feature some of the most famous Greek chefs from Australia and around the world, coming together in Melbourne for a week of culinary creation and cross collaboration.

Now in its second year and taking place in Australia’s Hellenic heartland, Melbourne, this exciting meeting-of-culinary-minds embraces the many styles and traditions of Greek cuisine, as well as a celebration of Greek culture and community.

The Celebration of Hellenic culture, Cuisine, and community will take place between the 21st-16th November 2016.

Expect a series of special events including dinners, cooking demonstrations, pop-up restaurants and the annual Oh My Greek Week Gala dinner!

For more information on the events and to purchase tickets, please visit: https://omgweek.com.au

2016 TSAHOURIDIS AUSTRALIAN TOUR- SYDNEY

“BODY & SOUL” is a unique concert consisting of a blend of Greek music ( with its eastern influences) and western music, the latter being enriched by the magical and even haunting (yet so fitting) sound of the Pontic lyra.

Matthaios Tsahouridis, undoubtedly the world’s finest exponent of the Pontic lyra, and his younger brother Konstantinos, with his unique and versatile tenor voice, have enthralled audiences in Greece, major cities in Europe, Toronto and most recently LA with their mesmerising sounds and performances.

The brothers are touring Sydney with their eight piece orchestra on the 3rd December. The concert is not to be missed!

Details:

When: Saturday 3rd December 2016

Where: Sir John Clancy Auditorium at The University of New South Wales
(Via Gate 9, High Street, Kensington)

Time: Begins at 8pm, please be there for 7.45pm latest

Ticket Details: To purchase tickets, please visit

https://premier.ticketek.com.au/shows/show.aspx?sh=TSAHOURI16&v=JCL

The profits made from the tour will be donated to The Hellenic Initiative for distribution to worthy charities providing crisis relief to the suffering people of Greece.

2016 TSAHOURIDIS AUSTRALIAN TOUR- ADELAIDE

“BODY & SOUL” is a unique concert consisting of a blend of Greek music ( with its eastern influences) and western music, the latter being enriched by the magical and even haunting (yet so fitting) sound of the Pontic lyra.

Matthaios Tsahouridis, undoubtedly the world’s finest exponent of the Pontic lyra, and his younger brother Konstantinos, with his unique and versatile tenor voice, have enthralled audiences in Greece, major cities in Europe, Toronto and most recently LA with their mesmerising sounds and performances.

The brothers are touring Adelaide with their eight piece orchestra on the 2nd December. The concert is not to be missed!

Details:

When: Friday 2nd December 2016

Where: The Royalty Theatre in Adelaide City
(65 Angas Street, Adelaide CBD)

Time: Doors open at 7pm for an 8pm start

Ticket Details:

Tickets are still available for the Adelaide concert. To purchase your ticket, please ring one of:

Joanna – 0405 566 744
Dimitris – 0439 872 826
Anastasia – 0466 255 825

The profits made from the tour will be donated to The Hellenic Initiative for distribution to worthy charities providing crisis relief to the suffering people of Greece.

2016 TSAHOURIDIS AUSTRALIAN TOUR- MELBORUNE

“BODY & SOUL” is a unique concert consisting of a blend of Greek music ( with its eastern influences) and western music, the latter being enriched by the magical and even haunting (yet so fitting) sound of the Pontic lyra.

Matthaios Tsahouridis, undoubtedly the world’s finest exponent of the Pontic lyra, and his younger brother Konstantinos, with his unique and versatile tenor voice, have enthralled audiences in Greece, major cities in Europe, Toronto and most recently LA with their mesmerising sounds and performances.

The brothers are touring Melbourne with their eight piece orchestra on the 27th November 2016. The concert is not to be missed!

Details:

When: Sunday 27th November 2016

Where: The Robert Blackwood Hall at Monash University
(49 Scenic Boulevard, Clayton)

Time: Begins at 7pm, please be there for 6.45pm latest.

Ticket Details: Please visit

https://artsonline.monash.edu.au/mapa/buy-tickets/

or Phone: 9905 1111

Mapa Box Office – Robert Blackwood Hall
Opening Hours Monday – Friday 9:30am – 4:30pm

The profits made from the tour will be donated to The Hellenic Initiative for distribution to worthy charities providing crisis relief to the suffering people of Greece.

2016 TSAHOURIDIS AUSTRALIAN TOUR- PERTH

“BODY & SOUL” is a unique concert consisting of a blend of Greek music ( with its eastern influences) and western music, the latter being enriched by the magical and even haunting (yet so fitting) sound of the Pontic lyra.

Matthaios Tsahouridis, undoubtedly the world’s finest exponent of the Pontic lyra, and his younger brother Konstantinos, with his unique and versatile tenor voice, have enthralled audiences in Greece, major cities in Europe, Toronto and most recently LA with their mesmerising sounds and performances.

The brothers are touring Perth with their eight piece orchestra on the 25th November 2016. The concert is not to be missed!

Details:

When: Friday 25th November 2016

Where: The Octagon Theatre at the University of Western Australia (36 Stirling Highway, Crawley, WA)

Time: Begins at 8pm, please be there for 7.45pm latest.

Ticket Details: Please visit

https://ticketswa.com/event/body-and-soul

or email [email protected]

or contact George (0417 402 517)

or Costas Demetriades at [email protected]

The profits made from the tour will be donated to The Hellenic Initiative for distribution to worthy charities providing crisis relief to the suffering people of Greece.

OXI Day Ceremony in Sydney, Australia

Sydney’s Greek and Australian community will have the opportunity to celebrate together their mutual achievements in World War II during a commemorative event at the Anzac Memorial Hyde Park, Sydney.

Organised by the Consulate General of Greece in Sydney all Australians are invited to a public flag raising and star ceremony to commemorate 76th Anniversary of the day Greece said a resounding ‘OXI’ (‘NO’) to the Axis Powers on the 28th October 1940, and to also honour the gallantry and sacrifice of more than 17,000 Anzacs who served with distinction in the Battle of Crete and the Greek Campaign.

The ceremony will include medal presentations and the presentation of special marble plaques “ANZACS OF GREECE” to RSL branch representatives on the day. The inscription of the plaque is taken from an ancient Athenian marble inscription which praises the valour of those that died fighting for Democracy. A copy of the original plaque is exhibited in the Canberra War Memorial.

Date: Friday, October 28th, 2016
Venue: Anzac Memorial Hyde Park South (Northern Steps), Sydney
Time: Ceremony commences at 4:00pm sharp.
Official proceedings commence at 4:10pm and will conclude at 5:00 pm

Oakleigh Glendi

The Oakleigh Greek Glendi is managed and presented by The Greek Orthodox Community of Oakleigh & District and Oakleigh Grammar.

Now in it’s 4th year, the Oakleigh Greek Glendi will be held on Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th of October 2016 at Warrawee Park Oakleigh.

Attracting over 30,000 people, the Oakleigh Greek Glendi is a celebration of cultural diversity with an emphasis on Greek culture through music, performance and food.

This two day festival celebrates the local community’s rich Hellenic culture, including the commemoration of the official Greek National Day known as ‘Ohi’ and the Patron Saints of Sts Anargiri.

Highlights include; two stages of entertainment, Mediterranean and Greek food, Artisan market, rides, roving entertainment and the Loukamade Eating Competition.

For more information, please visit: https://oakleighgreekglendi.com.au

Adelaide Greek Glendi

In 2016, Glendi returns to the heart of Adelaide’s picturesque parklands, Bonython Park on 26 & 27 November.

Saturday 26 November: 12 noon until 12 midnight
Sunday 27 November: 12 noon until 10.30pm

Glendi is an annual festival that celebrates all things Hellenic.

It will be a fun filled weekend of music, dance, art and culture – not to mention mouth-watering Greek food and sweets.

Glendi is very proud to be supporting the Prostate Cancer Foundation as its 2016 Charity Partner. The Prostate Cancer Foundation is dedicated to reducing the impact of prostate cancer on Australian men, their partners and families.

Ticket Prices-
Adults: $12
Children/Concession: $9
Family (2 Adults + 2 Children): $30 (representing approx. 30% saving)
Children 5 years and under = FREE

Saturday Early Bird Special: $7 entry between 12 noon and 3pm

For more information, please visit https://www.glendigreekfestival.com.au

St Spyridon College Spring Fair

The Parents & Friends Committee of St Spyridon College invite you to their SPRING FAIR at the Junior School

The Spring Fair is on Sunday 30th October 2016 between 11am-5pm

at the Junior School Campus- 80 Gardeners Road, Kingsford

There will be Food, Dancing, Music by DJ Darcy, Children’s entertainment, market stalls and much more!

The Parents & Friends Committee look forward to seeing you there!

For more information, please visit www.stspyridon.nsw.edu.au

The Hellenic Initiative Annual Gala

The Hellenic Initiative is holding its Annual Gala on September 30, 2016 at the Waldorf Astoria, New York.

The Hellenic Initiative is honoring Greek Non Government Organisation’s METAδραση (founded to help facilitate the reception and integration of refugees and immigrants in Greece) and ‘Ενωση “Μαζί για το Παιδι” (Together for Children-offers every form of assistance to children and young people irrespective of race, religion and political conviction, supporting more than 30,000 children, on an annual basis ) for all of the wonderful work they are doing in Greece.

Admiral Jim Stavridis will provide the keynote address with actor Chris Diamantopoulos as the emcee!

Cocktails and silent auction: 6:00pm
Dinner and awards: 7:30pm
Entertainment and dancing with Vali Entertainment: 10:00pm

For more information, and to make your reservation, please click here: https://www.thehellenicinitiative.org/rsvpgala/