THEOFANIA MELBOURNE

To mark Epiphany Day, the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia is calling on members of the community to turn out for the annual celebration in Port Melbourne. A Blessing of the Waters ceremony will take place at Princes Pier, where the cross will be thrown into the waters, and the pious willing to brave the cold waters will dive to retrieve it for a blessed year ahead. To follow, a paniyiri will take place with plenty of food, music and dancing.
When: Sunday 12 January at 1.00 pm
Where: Princes Pier, Port Melbourne, VIC
Cost: Free

AUSTRALIA DAY CELEBRATION

The Federation of Greek Elderly Citizen Clubs of Melbourne and Victoria is hosting its annual Australia Day picnic. Everyone is invited to go along and take part in the celebrations. The atmosphere is sure to be abuzz with music, dancing and drinking, along with plenty of surprises from Greece in store! Intrigued? You’ll have to go along to find out.
When: Sunday 19 January, all day
Where: Rye Beach, VIC
Cost: Free
For more information, call (03) 9380 1603 or 0400 858 954

VIC

EXHIBITION ‘WONDERMENT’

Step into the personal world of the artist with Queenscliff Gallery & Workshop’s summer exhibition, ‘Wonderment’, including artist Soula Mantalvanos.
When: Now on until 24 February
Where: Queenscliff Gallery & Workshop (81 Hesse St, Queenscliff)

PASKALIA LIVE

Paskalia will perform live, joined by Byron Triandafillydis and Kat Stevens, playing rebetika.
When: Thursday 9 January from 9.00-11.00 pm
Where: Bar Oussou (653 Sydney Rd, Brunswick)

BOUZOUKI NIGHT

Enjoy Greek street food and live music.
When: Friday 10 January from 7.00-10.00 pm
Where: Agora – The Gathering Place (67/69 Princes Hwy, Yarragon)

DELYRIUM LIVE

Delyrium bring the tribal rhythms of traditional Greek music fused with melodies and beats from the urban streets of Melbourne.
When: Saturday 11 January from 9.00 pm-1.30 am
Where: Bar Oussou (653 Sydney Rd, Brunswick)

A TASTE OF GREECE COOKING CLASS & FEAST

Learn to make a Greek feast, enjoyed with ocean views and delicious wine.
When: Saturday 11 January from 10.00 am-1.30 pm
Where: McCrae, Mornington Peninsula

CRAFT WORKSHOP: BLOOD, SWEAT & SPEARS

Children will make their own Hoplite shield and learn about the Hoplites and take part in a historical re-enactment of the famous Phalanx military formation.
When: Saturday 11 January from 1.00-2.45 pm
Where: The Hellenic Museum (280 William St, Melbourne)

ST ALBANS’ EPIPHANY CELEBRATIONS

The Greek Orthodox Community of St Paraskevi in St Albans is hosting a blessing of the waters ceremony, followed by a glendi with food and entertainment.
When: Sunday 12 January from 10.00 am-5.00 pm
Where: St Albans Leisure Centre (90 Taylors Rd, Keilor Downs); followed by a glendi at 27-29 Arthur Street, St Albans

ETHOS FRIDAY’S

Ethos catering is launching ‘Ethos Fridays’, a Mediterranean evening of sumptuous food, drink and live music by Paskalia.
When: Friday 17 January at 7.00 pm
Where: Project Forty Nine (107 Cambridge St, Collingwood)

GREEK ORTHODOX YOUTH CONFERENCE

Youth conference by the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese, exploring the topic: ‘How do we navigate our way in a diverse world?’
When: Saturday 25 January from 8.30 am-5.00 pm
Where: Oakleigh Grammar (81 Willesden Rd, Oakleigh)

HELLENIC MUSEUM SUMMER CINEMA

Mark it in your calendars, Summer Cinema is returning to the Hellenic Museum this summer with a great new line-up of movies.
When: 1-29 February
Where: Hellenic Museum (280 William St, Melbourne)

CATS AND THE CANARY PLAYING FILM CLASSICS

A special show focusing on songs from old Greek movies – with a modern twist.
When: Sunday 9 February at 7.30-10.30 pm
Where: The Toff In Town (Level 2, Curtin House, 252 Swanston St, Melbourne)

NSW

ST GEORGE GREEK NIGHT

Enjoy of music and food, with Paradise Band performing, featuring Tina Kokkalis and Steven Flevaras.
When: Sunday 12 January from 7.00-11.00 pm
Where: St George Leagues (124 Princes Hwy, Kogarah)

GLUTEN FREE GREEK COOKING WORKSHOP

Immerse yourself in all things gluten free Greek with Sophie from In Sofia’s Kitchen. Enjoy cooking demonstrations, tastings and morning tea.
When: Tuesday 14 January from 10.00-11.30 am
Where: Clontarf

THE GREECE & CRETE CAMPAIGN OF 1941

Learn about the Greece and Crete campaign – one of the seldom mentioned failures of the Second World War.
When: Thursday 23 January at 10.00 am-1.00 pm
Where: WEA Sydney (72 Bathurst St, Sydney)

GREEK ISLAND PARADISE U18S

Papas Productions presents their 3rd instalment of under 18’s festivals, with a new Greek Summer experience.
When: Thursday 23 January from 6.30-11.30 pm
Where: St Euphemia Hall (6/12 East Terrace, Bankstown)

SA

HENLEY BEACH GREEK FESTIVAL

A Greek Festival celebrating the Blessing of The Waters at Henley Beach.
When: Saturday 12 January from 11.00 am-6.00 pm
Where: Henley Beach, Adelaide

DELPHI BANK SEMAPHORE GREEK FESTIVAL

A two-day festival celebrating all things Greek.
When: 18-19 January from 11.00 am
Where: Semaphore Beach Foreshore

QLD

MEET ME AT THE PARAGON: THE GREEK CAFE PHENOMENON

An exhibition that uncovers the stories of Greek migrants who established cafes and milk bars in the early 20th century.
When: On now until 15 March
Where: State Library of Queensland (Philip Bacon Heritage Gallery, level 4, Stanley Place, Brisbane)

TAS

NEW TESTAMENT GREEK SUMMER SCHOOL

An intensive course in the koine Greek run by Dr David Daintree. Some prior knowledge of Greek is desirable but not necessary.
When: Monday 20-Friday 24 January 24 from 8.30 am-3.30 pm
Where: Jane Franklin Hall (6 Elboden St, South Hobart)