All posts by NEO Magazine
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The Mistress of SpetsesAn excerpt of a historical novel of Laskarina Bouboulina: the nautical leader of the Greek Revolution of 1821 By Nikos Linardakis, M.D. The Mistress of Spetses is a gripping historical novel, set during the Greek Revolution of...
- Posted April 23, 2025
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Integrity, Experience & Expertise with Emmanouela Kompa SolominIn the world of real estate, the need for a trusted, knowledgeable advisor who truly understands the market and the unique needs of each client is vital. Emmanouela Solomin, an Associate Broker at the Queens offices of...
- Posted April 23, 2025
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Divine Art: Fr. Anthony Salzman, Priest and ArtistBy Nikos Linardakis, M.D. In the charming town of Watkinsville, Georgia, nestled next to Athens, Georgia, is the modern St. Philothea Greek Orthodox Church (GOC). This place of worship holds a secret—a hidden treasure of art and...
- Posted April 23, 2025
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Reviving Fourna: How a Facebook Appeal Brought New Life to a Greek VillagePeople who decided to move there speak to NEO By Kelly Fanarioti The decreased number of births, an aging population, and the concentration of residents in large urban centers are among the key challenges Greece has faced...
- Posted April 23, 2025
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The Academy of Hellenic Paideia Presents the 8th Annual TIMARETE Hellenic Arts FestivalUnder the auspices of the Consulate General of Greece in New York The Academy of Hellenic Paideia proudly presents the 8th Annual TIMARETE Hellenic Arts Festival, a celebration of Greek culture, art, and heritage. This year’s festival...
- Posted April 23, 2025
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Kieran Culkin2025 Academy Award winner for ‘Best Supporting Actor’ for ‘A Real Pain’ by Markos Papadatos Kieran Culkin spoke about his Academy Award win for “Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role” for “A Real Pain”...
- Posted April 23, 2025
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Beyond Magiritsaby Dean Kalimniou* “You will forgive me If I light up a cigarette,” the polite old man asked as he reached for his lighter with gnarled, trembling hands, as we stood outside the church toilets. His bulbous...
- Posted April 23, 2025
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The Man with the Plan: Mapping the Road to Financial Success with John Kurisby Athena After Financial planning, for many of us, can be a daunting task. There are so many options amongst stocks, funds, and a myriad of other investment targets. And then comes the challenge of balancing our...
- Posted December 28, 2024
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Alpha Omega Council Hosted 2024 Honors GalaAlpha Omega Council hosted the 2024 Honors Gala, its premiere event & primary fundraiser, at the InterContinental Boston. Nearly 300 guests were invited to enjoy dinner & drinks, experience live music and dancing, and witness the awards presentation. Nicholas...
- Posted December 28, 2024
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The AHEPA Gold Coast Chapter 456 Christmas GalaThe AHEPA Gold Coast Chapter 456 held its annual Christmas party where members and friends came together to spend a celebratory evening, opening the Holiday Season.
- Posted December 28, 2024
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Iakovos: The One and OnlyA Reflection by the Reverend Father Alexander Karloutsos Protopresbyter of the Ecumenical Throne Archbishop Iakovos, the one and only, was an extraordinary and visionary Hierarch who changed the face of Orthodox Christianity in America and impacted my...
- Posted December 28, 2024
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Christmas in Athens!By Kelly Fanarioti Athens kicked off the holiday season on 28 November with a dazzling Christmas tree lighting ceremony in Syntagma Square, across from the parliament building. The 20-meter fir tree which came from Taxiarhis, Halkidiki is...
- Posted December 28, 2024
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“Tokyo” Ursula Corbero in “The Day of the Jackal”by Markos Papadatos Spanish actress Ursula Corbero chatted with Markos Papadatos about starring in the new upcoming series “The Day of the Jackal,” which premiered on November 14th on Peacock. Theodore Roosevelt once said: “Keep your eyes on...
- Posted December 28, 2024
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Odisho’s Odysseyby Dean Kalimniou* Even before I reach Odisho’s front door, my ears are assailed by the sound of Giorgos Dalaras’ voice emanating from beyond threshold: «Μες το μαχαλά, πέφτει κουμπουριά…» Then, the sound of shuffling and a...
- Posted December 28, 2024
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Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church New York City Celebrated Emerald 20th Annual Stewardship & Mistletoe GalasAnnunciation Greek Orthodox Church New York City held its Emerald 20th Annual Stewardship and Mistletoe Galas at the Harvard Club of New York City in Midtown Manhattan, returning celebrating an enormous 20th anniversary. The vibrant event, hosted by the Annunciation...
- Posted December 28, 2024
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Greek Singer Alkyone Takes Flight on Her First US Tourby Marie Lolis This past fall, up-and-coming Greek singer-songwriter and musician Alkyone took audiences along for an ethereal journey during her U.S. debut tour Dream Whispers, sharing a tapestry of myths and folklore through her music. Performing...
- Posted December 28, 2024
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Theos Estiatorio, Fort Lauderdale’s premier destination for authentic Greek and Mediterranean cuisineFounded by Theo and Grace, Theos Estiatorio brings the vibrant flavors of Greece to South Florida, offering a menu inspired by traditional recipes and crafted with the finest ingredients, including olive oil sourced directly from Theo’s family village in...
- Posted December 28, 2024
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Living the Sweet Life at Omonia Cafe — Meet Pastry Chef Peter Arvanitisby Marie Lolis After wiping the foggy glass to ensure customers could see the pastries at his father’s cafe as a child, the now 21-year-old Peter Arvanitis can show off his own pastries as pastry chef at...
- Posted December 28, 2024
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The Chestnut Man(Christmas Night, 1950) By Jim Terezakis Cold and misty, bright white snowflakes, crowns, symphonies of car horns, December 24th brought its usual confusion of bustling throngs to Rockefeller Center. Children’s choir sang their traditional carols while their...
- Posted December 28, 2024
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New Anthology Brings Contemporary Greek Fiction to English-Speaking AudiencesMNEMOSYNI’S MUSINGS… You’ve heard of Mnemosyni, the Greek goddess of memory. Mythology buffs will know that she’s also the goddess of storytelling—and mother of the Muses! So, it’s only fitting to name a literary column in her...
- Posted December 28, 2024
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George Marcus, Greek-American Philanthropist & Entrepreneurby Elena Kefalogianni George Marcus, originally named George Moutsanas, was born in Evia, Greece, and moved to the U.S. at the age of five. Adjusting to life in San Francisco was challenging, as he initially spoke only...
- Posted October 23, 2024
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“New Shoes!” American postwar humanitarianism in the papers of Anna Howell Hayward (1908–2001)by Ilias Chrissochoidis* The caption to the above photograph from 1946 could serve as the cry of rural Greece at the end of WWII. Collapsed infrastructure, thousands of burned villages with hundred thousand inhabitants reduced to primitive...
- Posted October 23, 2024
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ΘΕΙΑ ΦΩΤΩ (AUNT PHOTO) AND HER OXI“What you have to know, now that you are entering the family,” my great-grandmother told my wife, upon meeting her for the first time, “is that the women of our clan are strong. They are made of...
- Posted October 23, 2024
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Demi Lovato finds her inner ‘Child Star’ voice with new Hulu documentaryby Markos Papadatos Global pop star Demi Lovato chatted with Markos Papadatos about her new documentary film “Child Star,” shared her career-defining moments, and offered advice for young and aspiring artists and storytellers. Track and field legend...
- Posted October 23, 2024
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Irene Sarri: an invaluable asset in NYC’s real estate environmentby Pandora Spelios Dynamic, dependable, and highly professional, Irene Sarri has followed her passion into real estate. Her international exposure and extensive educational background are complemented by her strong business acumen and intimate knowledge of New York...
- Posted October 23, 2024
