QLD

ITALIAN & HELLENIC LUNCH FOR INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY
Celebrate International Women’s Day with your friends. There will be a set menu, champagne, lucky door prizes whilst celebrating with a room full of international women. Guest speakers will share their stories of how they have juggled business life, mum life and everyday life and all funds raised will go to Lymphoedema Association of Queensland Inc.
When: 5 March, 12:00pm
Where: The Greek Club, 29 Edmondstone St, South Brisbane, QLD, 4101
Bookings: $96pp via TryBooking
Info: Facebook event page

NSW

CLASS: CELEBRATING 200 YEARS – MODERN GREEK HISTORY
Greece celebrates 200 years since the struggle for independence to free her from Ottoman rule, began. The struggle for independence and democracy has been tumultuous and bloodied, and arguably at times she has enjoyed surprisingly little of either. This class will be delivered face-to-face at WEA Sydney. Enrolling students need to ensure they have read the current COVID-19 Safety Guidance that WEA Sydney has put in place before enrolling.
When: 13 March, 10:00am
Where: WEA Sydney, 72 Bathurst Street, Sydney, NSW, 2000
Bookings & Info: WEA Sydney website

GREEK LEGENDS TRIBUTE
Celebrating 200 years of Greek Independence, the cream of Greek/Australian singers, dancers and musicians are coming together to pay tribute to the Greek musical icons of the past hundred years. The music of Mikis Theodorakis, Marinella, Kazandzidis, Dalaras, Alexiou and more are bought to life in a concert of epic proportions. The concert also pays homage to international artists, Vangelis, Nanna Mouskouri, Demis Roussos and the inimitable Maria Callas. Penny Pavlakis is joined by a 20 piece orchestra and an eight bouzouki spectacular. Also joining her will be Giorgios Malliaros, Carly Yelayiotis, Jemilly Pavlakis-Kalil and other guests.
When: 26 March, 8:00pm
Where: Enmore Theatre, 118-132 Enmore Rd, Newtown, NSW, 2042
Bookings & Info: Tickets start at $69 via Ticketek

FASHIONS BY NIGHT DINNER DANCE
The Greek Young Matrons Association are hosting a dinner dance in aid of the Sydney Children’s Hospital. Join them for a fun night of Fashion by Catherine Colubriale Couture, Jewellery by Levendi, dinner and dancing.
When: 26 March, 6:30pm
Where: Doltone House, 48 Pirrama Road, Pyrmont, NSW, 2009
Bookings: $175pp, via TryBooking
Info: Visit the association’s website

VIC

APOKRIES COCKTAIL PARTY
The Cretan Brotherhood Youth will be holding their first event of 2021, an Apokries Cocktail Event! All ages are welcome and eventgoers are encouraged to wear colourful attire and creative get-ups. There are prizes to be won, so make sure to come along and expect an amazing night full of dancing and fun, whilst you are served a selection of finger foods and drinks.
When: 12 March, 7:30pm
Where: 148-150 Nicholson St, Brunswick East, VIC, 3057
Tickets: Via Venuedoor website
Info: Facebook event page

DANCING QUEEN BOAT CRUISE
Missed the Greek islands? A singing/performance cast is coming to Melbourne on 7 March, set to take Melburnians on aboard a luxury yacht to sing and dance along some plate smashing classics and full disco hits. Mama Mia fans are invited to cruise and dine in an immersive environment wearing their best whites, floaty dresses and boat shoes. Yes, there is a dress code and he best costumes will be awarded exciting prizes.
When: 14 March, 11:30am
Where: 131 Harbour Esplanade Docklands, Melbourne, VIC, 3008
Bookings & Info: explorehidden.com

HOMER’S ILIAD: THIE SIEGE OF TROY
The Stork Theatre presents an 8-hour Homeric marathon in a first for Australia through its presentation of ‘Homer’s Iliad: The Siege of Troy” at Fairfield Theatre on 14 March. The performance reading from a 15,000-line text recited by 10 starring performers, accompanied by three Japanese drummers for eight hours of gods, heroes and lovers of classical Greece. The Stork Theatre aims to enthral Australian audiences just as ancient audiences were enthralled when the epic poem was first chanted on the Greek hillsides 2,700 years ago.
When: 14 March, 11:00am-7:00pm, 3 Sessions
Where: Fairfield Amphitheatre
Bookings & Info: Prices start at $25 for a single session, visit the Stork Theatre website

COMMEMMORATING 200 YEARS OF INDEPENDENCE
As with other years the Hellenic RSL will hold a special Commemoration on the actual day, Thursday 25th March, beginning at Agios Eustathios at 9:30am, followed by a wreath laying ceremony at the Australian Hellenic Memorial at 12:00pm and wreath laying at the Melbourne Shrine of Remembrance at 1:00pm. It is expected that a large number of Greek and Australian organisations will participate in the wreath laying ceremonies.
When: 25 March, 2021
Where: Australian Hellenic Memorial & Shrine of Remembrance

REBETIKA TUESDAYS AT SEAGULLS FRANKSTON
In a COVID-safe environment Rebetika returns at Seagulls Greek Taverna – every Tuesday night. Bookings are absolutely essential. You can look forward to hearing music from the early 1920’s to 1940’s, acoustic and intimate. Limited seating so booking ahead is essential.
When: Every Tuesday, 6:00pm
Where: Seagulls Greek Taverna, 491 Nepean Highway, Frankston, VIC, 3199
Bookings: Call (03) 9783 7555
Info: Visit the Facebook event page

WEDNESDAY REBETIKA AT TRIAKOSIA
Wednesday live Rebetika have returned to Triakosia, with Wayne Simmons and Con Kalamaras playing a unique repertoire of pre and post-war music live at the restaurant in Clifton Hill. Bookings are a must as places will fill up quick.
When: Every Wednesday, 7:00pm
Where: Triakosia Athenian Bar & Grill, 300 Queens Prd, Clifton Hill, VIC, 3068
Bookings: Call (03) 9482 4931
Info: Visit the Facebook event page

TAS

1821-2021 BICENTENNIAL GREEK INDEPENDENCE
On the 28th of March 2021, the Greek Community of Tasmania in association with the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia will be commemorating 200 years of Hellenic Independence. Tasmania is proud to be a part of the National Committee for this important landmark and several events celebrating our history and culture are being planned for March 2021.
When: 28 March, 2021
Where: Hellenic House Convention Centre, 69 Federal St, North Hobart, TAS, 7000
Info: Facebook page

NATIONWIDE

THE EVZONES COLLECTION EXHIBITION
This photo exhibition is taking place as part of the events of the National Committee for the 200th anniversary of the Revolution of 1821, under the auspices of Archbishop Makarios. The collection of photographs are the result of six years of tireless effort made by Nick Bourdaniotis, in Australia and Greece documenting the daily lives of the Evzones.
Melbourne: Friday 26 March– Sunday 01 April at Oakleigh Grammar School Hall & Government House of Victoria
Adelaide: Thursday 22 April– Sunday 25 April at The Holy Monastery of St Nectarios
Sydney: TBA  June at Hellenic Club Sydney, Beta / The Grande Level 2
Brisbane: Friday 30 July – Sunday 1 August The Greek Club WestEnd

ONLINE

OPEN ONLINE SEMINAR: DID THE GREEK REVOLUTION OF 1821 REALLY HAPPEN?
The significance of the Greek Revolution of 1821 has never been questioned and all historiographical tradition persistently explores the realities around its impact of modern Greek nationhood. Recently a debate has erupted amongst historians about the contribution of the Revolution to the creation of the Greek state and nation. Professor Vrasidas Karalis will delve into underlying political conversation about the construction of the Greek nation and its historical identity.
When: 4 March, 7:00pm
Where: Online via Facebook Live
Info: Visit Greek Community of Melbourne website

PONTIAN WOMEN OF AUSTRALIA: A CELEBRATION OF HERITAGE
As part of the Australian Federation of Pontian Association’s efforts to promote and showcase the young people of the Pontian communities in Australia we are delighted to five young women of Pontian heritage who have been nominated by member associations to tell their story. The women will share their experiences growing up Pontian in Australia and their involvement and contribution to Pontian culture in their respective communities. The presentation will be hosted by Sophia Siachos.
When: 8 March, 7:00pm
Where: Online via AFPA’s Facebook page
Info: Facebook page

FOOD FOR THOUGH NETWORK: INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY PRESENTATION
Food for Thought Network and The Greek Australian Women and Friends Around the World forum invite you to celebrate IWD with a presentation that will take place via Zoom that everyone can join for free. Guest speaker Professor Vasso Apostolopoulos will share her story as a woman in science and how she got there,
When: 8 March, 8:00pm
Where: Online via Zoom
Info: Visit the Food for Thought Network website
Bookings: Via TryBooking

WEBINAR: MIGRANT WOMEN & MENTAL HEALTH
The mental health impacts of migration can be overwhelming. Factors may include adapting to a new environment, language barriers, and isolation. Hence, during the week of International Womens’ Day, the Mental Health Foundation Australia are organising an educational webinar where Shubhra Arora will be sharing her insights on ‘Migrant Women and Mental Health’ live from Canberra. This 30-minute presentation will be conducted on Zoom, followed by a Q & A session.
When: 9 March, 6:30 pm
Where: Online via Zoom
Info & Registration: humanitix.com