ONLINE

FREE ONLINE WEBINAR THE MYSTERY OF MYSTRAS
The Pallaconian Brotherhood is launching their first webinar of a series of lectures commemorating the 2500th Anniversary of the Battle of Thermopylae. This lecture presented by Olympia Nelson will focus on the art, iconography and influence to be found in the Byzantine stronghold and cultural hub of Mystras located in the heartland of Lakonia
When: 20 August 6:30 pm
Where: Zoom (Link to be added on their Facebook event)
Info: Visit their Facebook event page

FREE ONLINE LECTURE ANCIENT COVIDIOTS: THE CASE OF ALEXANDER OF ABOUNOTEICHOS
During times of pandemic, conspiracies and snake oil merchants proffering cures abound. Poet and short story writer, Dean Kalimniou, will present a lecture on Alexander of Abounoteichos, who not only claimed he could protect others from the Plague of Galen, but in the process, created an entire cult, featuring among other things, a most ingenious sock puppet. Make sure to register to ask questions by following the Zoom link below.
When: 20 August 7:00 pm
Where: Zoom and Facebook Live Stream
Info: (03) 9662 2722  or email info@greekcommunity.com.au

FREE ONLINE WEBINAR LACONIAN ANCESTRY
The second of a series of webinars hosted by the Pallaconian Brotherhood will have presenter Gregory Kontos will explain the purpose and functionality of his research regarding Greek genealogy and family history as well as to provide tips, tricks and examples for exploring your own Greek ancestry.
When: 21 August 6:00 pm
Where: Zoom (Link to be added on their Facebook event)
Info: Visit their Facebook event page 

FREE ONLINE WEBINAR THE BATTLE OF THERMOPYLAE
The third of a series of webinars hosted by the Pallaconian Brotherhood will have presenter Mark Selleck explain the history of the Battle Thermopylae and its significance, covering the lead up to, the battle itself as well as its aftermath.
When: 25 August 6:00 pm
Where: Zoom (Link to be added on their Facebook event)
Info: Visit their Facebook event page

FREE ONLINE LECTURE COVID AND WORKING MIGRANT COMMUNITIES
Kos Samaras will be presenting a lecture hosted by The Greek Community of Melbourne delving into how COVID-19 has not just been lethal for many of our frail elderly but for thousands of migrant workers, exposed because of their work and lack of care.This pandemic will be remembered for many tragedies, but history will highlight one very obvious trait. The impact on migrant communities, from the cold streets of Stockholm to the countless undocumented workers in Texas.
When: 27 August 7:00pm
Where: Zoom
Info: Visit their Facebook page

BRIMBANK WRITERS AND READERS FESTIVAL ONLINE 
This year Brimbank Council is bringing the festival to you online, over three weekends in September so get ready and book yourself in. Due to COVID-19, the Festival is taking place online with a series of videos featuring six authors in intimate conversation. All conversations were filmed at the Bowery Theatre, videos produced by Cinespace Inc, and will premiere on Brimbank Libraries YouTube Channel. The festival will cover themes such as stories of strength and resilience, memoirs and families & crime.
When: 5-20 September
Where: Brimbank Library YouTube Channel
Info: Visit www.brimbanklibraries.vic.gov.au/writersfestival or email writersfestival@brimbank.vic.gov.au

NATIONAL MENTAL HEALTH MONTH LAUNCH
National Mental Health Month is an initiative of the Mental Health Foundation Australia to advocate for and raise awareness of Australian mental health. At this launch, presentations will be made to the winners of the Schools’ Creative Writing Competition and Art Competition 2020. There will also be an opportunity for you to sit in on formal addresses, on the Victorian government’s plans for mental health into the future and the current Royal Commission into mental health.
When: 1 October, 6:30pm – 8:00pm AEST
Where: Virtual on Zoom

AUSTRALIAN MULTICULTURAL FESTIVAL 2020
This year the Mental Health Foundation Australia (MHFA) is excited to bring the festival magic at the comfort of your home. Presenting the Virtual Australian Multicultural Festival a package of incredible music, breath taking performances all just a click away. Prepare your festival outfits, stock your fridge, gather your crew virtually and get ready for #Australianmulticulturalfestival2020. To make your festival experience even better, you can also be involved, by partnering, sponsoring or performing in the event, for more info email admin@mhfa.org.au.
When: 3 October, 11:00am – 2:00pm AEST
Where: Virtual on Zoom
Info: admin@mhfa.org.au

ONLINE SETTLEMENT SERVICES FOR NEWLY ARRIVED PEOPLE
In an effort to support the newly-arrived immigrants settle and find job opportunities in their new home, Pronia is continuing the project “Settlement Services for Newly-Arrived People” online, with morning and afternoon English language workshops.
There will be separate classes for people with intermediate, limited and no English language knowledge.
Info: Contact Pronia on 03 9388 9998

ANTIPODEAN PALETTE 2020
Titled In Isolation, the exhibition presents the work of 15 past Antipodean Palette participants during this time of physical distancing and self-isolation…Those wishing to view works created by the artists can now do so through the online gallery, hosted through Instagram, Facebook and the GACL’s website. Selected works will also be featured in the bilingual Antipodes Periodical 2020 edition which will be dedicated to the Antipodean Palette visual artists.
Info: Instagram – @gaclmelbourne and www.gacl.com.au

QLD

MOVIE PREMIERE ‘THE TAVERNA’
The Greek Club in conjunction with the Greek Film Society of Brisbane and New Farm Six Cinemas is presenting a new Australian film by Greek-Australian filmmaker Alkinos Tsilimidos. When a waitress is substituted for a belly dancer in a Greek restaurant, chaos and mayhem ensue before the owner is forced to change his old ways to prevent a major catastrophe. Bookings are essential and must be done online.
Cost: Special admission price of $14 for members of the Greek Club, the Greek Orthodox Community of St George, the Greek Film Society and Five Star Cinema Club and $19 for non-members
When: 30 August 3:00pm
Where: New Farm Six Cinemas, 701 Brunswick St, New Farm QLD 4005
Info & Bookings: www.fivestarcinemas.com.au/new-farm

VIC

GREEK CYPRIOT YOUTH OF MELBOURNE
Membership applications for GCYM are now live. The organisation promotes shared Cypriot and Greek culture and creates a platform for youth to socialise with the community
Contact: tinyurl.com/joincypriotyouth or email cy.apostolosandreas@gmail.com

NSW

GREEK LESSONS
Greek lessons for adults via Zoom or small classes organised at Greek Bilingual Workshop.
When: Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Beginners to advanced intermediate. Reading groups, conversation and vocabulary. Skype lessons available
Costs: Group lessons from $25; $65 at the bookshop, $75 from home
When: Lessons held Mondays, Tuesdays Wednesdays
Where: Online or 837 New Canterbury Rd, Dulwich Hill
Contact: info@bilingualbookshop.com.au or call 0400 436 079