ZORBA THE GREEK: A DELICIOUS GREEK MATINEE

Eleni’s Kitchen + Bar have teamed up with the Sun Theatre to bring you a delicious Greek Matinee. Enjoy a private screening of Zorba the Greek at Sun Theatre with a hamper including movie snacks, red and white wine, and two of Eleni’s wine glasses to keep. Afterwards stroll on to Eleni’s around the corner for an 8-course mezze-style banquet. Includes a glass of sparkling on arrival.
When: Sunday 17 November at 11.30 am
Where: Sun Theatre (8 Ballarat St, Yarraville) & Eleni’s Kitchen + Bar (28 Anderson St, Yarraville)
Tickets: $90.00 per person (only 50 tickets available)
For event details and tickets: Visit http://bit.ly/bookgreektavernnightnov22

80TH ANNIVERSARY GALA

The Lemnian Community of Victoria is presenting its 80th Anniversary Gala this month. Formed in 1939 by Dimitrios Katakouzinos Blablanis, the community was created so that those like himself who left their island for new beginnings in Australia, could meet up regularly and keep the legacy of their fathers and forefathers alive for their children and future generations – and it has achieved exactly that. In celebration of the milestone, on the night, present members will formally pay tribute to past presidents. Attendees will be entertained by seven-piece band, Melodia, who will be performing live on the night.
When: Saturday 23 November, doors open at 6.00 pm for pre-drinks
Where: San Remo Ballroom (365 Nicholson St, Carlton North)
Tickets: $100 Adult, $60 Child (under 12). Tickets include a 3-course meal, beer, wine and soft drinks.
To book: Call George Giannaros 0402 322 422/ Jim Karabourniotis 0412 540 331/ Angelo Tsaptsalis 0413 770 069/ Penny H. Angelides 0419 363 803 or email pennyh@lemniancv.com.au

PITA FESTIVAL OF EPIRUS

Go along and enjoy some of the best pites in Melbourne, made from recipes passed down generations, and handmade by local Epirotes. Organised by the Panepirotic Union of Melbourne and Victoria Inc., along with the delicious aromas of pita, the atmosphere will come alive with traditional music by Epirotic Compania and DJ Joe Pappas. As well as celebrating Epirus and its offerings, the event is also a chance for the community organisation to give back, with all monies raised set to be donated to the Olivia Newton-John Cancer Wellness Centre – Austin Health.
When: Sunday 24 November from 2.00 pm til late
Where: EEAMA International Reception (1C Bell St, Preston)
Entry: $35.00 Adults, FREE for children under 12
For enquiries and to book: Call Litsa (03) 9417 3652/0419 177 100, Evangelos (03) 9408 7372/0412 362 548, Eleni (03) 9817 3907/0412 992 332 or Christos 0423 963 766

VIC

THE DUTCH REBETI
A night of pre-war Rebetika.
When: Thursday 14 November from 7.30-10.30 pm
Where: Post Office Hotel (229-231 Sydney Rd, Coburg)

LIVE AT THE GREEK: MELTEMI
Meltemi will perform live, including Laika, Rembetika and Entechna,
as well as some of their own compositions.
When: Friday 15 November at 8.30–11.30 pm
Where: The Greek Centre (168 Lonsdale St, Melbourne)

OPEN JAM KAFENEIO
A variety of talented musicians and singers will perform Greek music
of all genres, including Delyrium.
When: Friday 15 November from 8.30 pm–1.00 am
Where: Open Studio (204 High St, Northcote)

BOOK LAUNCH: KLEIO AND DESPINA
Launch of the second of the Stories of Megisti Kastellorizo series, Kleio and Despina
by Michele Kiosoglous and Phillippa Adgemis.
When: Saturday 16 November at 8.00 pm (cocktail party);
Sunday 17 November at 2.00 pm (special children’s event)
Where: Kastellorizian Association of Victoria Clubrooms
(250 Dorcas St, South Melbourne)
RSVP by 8 November for catering: Phillippa 0409 100 155/Maria 0413 310 563

GREEK GALAKTOBOUREKO COOKING CLASS
Learn to make the popular Greek dessert with a demonstration by Kelly from
The Hellenic Odyssey.
When: Saturday 16 November from 11.00 am-1.00 pm
Where: Sandybeach Centre (2 Sims St, Sandringham)

KAZANTZIDIS – A LIVE TRIBUTE
Tribute concert in honour of the iconic Stelios Kazantzidis.
When: Saturday 16 November from 8.00-11.00 pm
Where: Caravan Music Club (1 Victor Rd, East Bentleigh)

107TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE LIBERATION OF LESVOS
Lesvos Culture Club – Palesviaki Enosis of Melbourne and Victoria
is hosting a commemorative event.
When: Sunday 17 November from 10.00 am-6.00 pm
Where: 26 Waldheim Rd, Bayswater

LIVE AT THE GREEK: AGAPI & FRIENDS
Agapi and Friends return to perform a selection of nostalgic
and much-loved Greek classics.
When: Friday 22 November from 8.30-11.30 pm
Where: The Greek Centre (168 Lonsdale St, Melbourne)

ENA HELLENIC NIGHT
Rush, Lugs, Lugs and Vugs is throwing a big Greek night,
with a three-course meal and entertainment.
When: Friday 22 November from 7.30 pm-1.00 am
Where: 23-29 Victoria St, Coburg

ARTEMIS & ORESTIS GREEK JAZZ
Enjoy jazz by two Greek Australian artists, Artemis Ioannides
and Orestis Sofocleous.
When: Saturday 23 November from 7.00-11.00 pm
Where: Grounds of Arcadia (280 William St, Melbourne)

MEAT THE GREEK WINE TASTING & LUNCH
Don’t know your Xinomavro from you Assyrtiko? This is your chance
to find out, with specialist Greek Importer Deja Vu.
When: Saturday 23 November from 12.30-3.30 pm
Where: The Que Club (205-211 Queens Parade, Fitzroy North)

OPA GREEK NIGHT
Enjoy all your favourite modern and traditional Greek hits
mixed with the best party tunes.
When: Saturday 23 November from 9.00 pm-3.00 am
Where: Dimples (100 Fletcher St, Essendon)

LIVE GREEK MUSIC
MGT entertainment presents live Greek music with Spiros on bouzouki
and vocals.
When: Sunday 24 November at 6.00 pm
Where: Mediterranean Greek Tavern (511 Glen Huntly Rd, Elsternwick)

ALPHA OMEGA 3 YEAR ANNIVERSARY
Alpha and Omega Greek Community of Melbourne and
Victoria have organised a Pontian night for its 3rd year
anniversary.
When: Friday 29 November from 6.30 pm-12.30 am
Where: Rigani (251 Sprint St, Reservoir)

BANDIDAS VS. MANDOLINS OF SMYRNA
Two forces of music share the room: team mandolin and team rebetika.
When: Sunday1 December at 2.30 pm
Where: Open Studio (204 High St, Northcote)

NSW

WATERCOLOURS: FOOD OF GREECE
A chance to explore the delights of Greek Food in a ‘paint & eat’ workshop.
When: Friday 15 November from 11.00 am–1.00 pm
Where: Danas Fine Food Deli & Cafe (416 Illawarra Rd, Marrickville)

ONCE UPON A TIME IN CRYSTAL PALACE BOOK LAUNCH
Launch of Billy Cotsis’ new book, Once Upon a Time in Crystal Palace.
Light catering provided.
When: Sunday 17 November at 6.00 pm
Where: Greek Bilingual Bookstore (837 New Canterbury Rd, Dulwich)

XAMOS LIVE LAUNCH PARTY
Live Greek music night hosted by The Johnny Mav & Georgio Svolos.
When: Wednesday 20 November from 8.00 pm-1.00 am
Where: The Cyprus Club (58-76 Stanmore Rd, Stanmore)

SYDNEY GREEK JAM
An intimate celebration of the music and joy that has been,
with a focus on rebetika, palia laika and songs from Smyrna.
When: Wednesday 27 November from 7.00-11.00 pm
Where: Loxandra (244 Rocky Point Rd, Ramsgate)

GREEK NIGHT
Enjoy delicious Greek food and dance the night away!
When: Friday 29 November at 07.00 pm
Where: Phoenix (1 Moncur St, Woollahra)

TROY: FACT OR FICTION?
A lecture by Dr Jennifer Lawless for the series Travellers in Time.
When: Saturday 7 December at 2.00-3.00 pm
Where: Philosophy Room S249, University of Sydney,
The Quadrangle, Camperdown

SA

DIMITRIA GREEK FESTIVAL 2019
The Pan Macedonian Federation of South Australia presents the
Dimitria Festival, a two-day celebration of northern Greek,
Macedonian culture and heritage.
When: Saturday 16 and Sunday 17 November from 12 noon
Where: Kings Reserve, Torrensville

ACT

DELPHI BANK 26TH GREEK FILM FESTIVAL
The Delphi Bank Greek Film Festival (GFF) is heading to Canberra this month, its final destination for 2019. Now on for the 26th year, organisers have curated an exciting program that showcases the best of Greek cinema, including feature films, and documentaries. Not to be missed!
When: 29 November-1 December
For session times and to book tickets, visit https://greekfilmfestival.com.au/

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