QLD

ASIA MINOR GREEK HISTORICAL SOCIETY INCORPORATED ANNUAL MEMORIAL SERVICE
This memorial is held to honour the memory of the 3.65million Christians who were killed in the Christian Genocide of Asia Minor that began in the late 1800’s and culminated in the Catastrophe of Smyrna in 1922.
When: 12 September, 9:00am 
Where: Greek Orthodox Church of St George, Edmonstone Street, South Brisbane, 4101
Info: For all enquiries please contact Marina on 0439 076 672

NSW

2021 INAUGURAL PONTIAN EAGLES FC REUNION
Join Sydney’s Pontoxeniteas Society in an evening celebrating the Greek-Australian contribution to the local game.
When: 24 September, 7:00pm
Where: The Grand Roxy, 128 The Grand Parade, Brighton-Le-Sands, 2216
Bookings & Info: Eventbrite

CATS AND THE CANARY
The Greek Festival of Sydney presents Cats and the Canary, the only band that specialises in Greek swing in Australia
When: 26 September, 5:00pm
Where: Lazybones Lounge Restaurant & Bar, 294 Marrickville Rd, Marrickville, 2204
Bookings & Info: Moshtix

VIC

THEATRE PERFORMANCE
A play incorporating dance and song about Greek migrants moving to Australia with all the struggles they have faced.
When: 25 September, 6:00pm
Where: Renaissance Theatre Kew, 826 High St, Kew East, 3102
Bookings & Info: TryBooking

REQUIEM AND WREATH-LAYING CEREMONY
The Pan-Arcadian Federation of Victoria in cooperation with the Pan-Arcadian Association of Melbourne and Victoria “Κolokotronis”, under the auspices of the Holy Archdiocese honour the heroes of the liberation of the city of Tripoli.
When: 26 September, 10:00am
Where: 7 Hartington Street, Northcote, 3070
Info: 2021.org.au

BOOK LAUNCH – HER VOICE: GREEK WOMEN AND THEIR FRIENDS
The book launch of  HER VOICE: GREEK WOMEN AND THEIR FRIENDS, by Varvara Athanasiou-Ioannou.
When: 10 October, 3:00pm
Where: Alphington Grammar School, 18 Old Heidelberg Rd, Alphington, 3106
Registration & Info: TryBooking

INAUGURAL GRECIAN BALL
The Greek Community of Melbourne and The Greek National Day Council of Victoria in association with the The Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia present: The Inaugural Grecian Ball. A gala night filled with Greek entertainment.
When: 30 October, 6:00pm
Where: Grand Hyatt Melbourne, 123 Collings Street, Melbourne, 3000
Bookings & Info: TryBooking

SA

BATTLE OF CRETE MEMORIAL FUNDRAISER
A fundraiser campaign to support the construction of a memorial in Kings Park, to commemorate those who served during the Battle.
When: 3 September, 7:30pm
Where: Hellenic Macedonian Centre (entry via Inglewood Swimming Pool Car Park), 49 Homer St, Dianella, 6059
Bookings & Info: TryBooking

FILOXENIA
Special guests, Greek band Filoxenia (Sydney) performing in Adelaide.
When: 17 September, 8:00pm
Where: Hotel Richmond, 128 Rundle Mall, Adelaide, 5000
Bookings & Info: Eventbrite

WA

ANCIENT GREEKS: ATHLETES, WARRIORS AND HEROES
A captivating exhibition filled with some of the finest examples of Greek sculpture, armour, jewellery, vases and ancient sporting artefacts.
When: 20 June – 7 November
Where: WA Museum Boola Bardip, Perth Cultural Centre, Perth, 6000
Bookings & Info: WA Museum website

FLOREAT ATHENA 70TH COMMEMORATIVE DINNER
Join the club for a night of celebration and reflection as they pay tribute to the founders, volunteers and the players who have all helped shape the club over the past 70 years.
When: 28 August, 6:45pm
Where: Litis Stadium, 41 Britannia Road, Mount Hawthorn, 6016
Bookings & Info: TryBooking

ONLINE

GET TO KNOW: GREEK MYTHOLOGY
Join the Geelong Regional Library to up Pandora’s jar and explore the Greek gods and goddesses in a cornucopia of mythological tales.
When: 27 August, 11:00am
Where: Online
Info: Register at the Geelong Regional Library website

ACTIVE CITIZEN OF TWO DIFFERENT COUNTRIES: A WORTHY AMBITION FOR GREEK AUSTRALIANS 
The Department of Modern Greek Studies and the Foundation of Modern Greek Studies at the University of Sydney are hosting a special virtual event with Professor Yanis Varoufakis, Secretary of the Political movement MeRA25 on issues pertaining to the Hellenic Diaspora.
When: 1 September, 7:00pm
Where: Zoom
Info: Greek Community of Melbourne Facebook page

WHO IS GREEK? – THE REVOLUTIONARY DEFINITION OF GREEK IDENTITY
Juliana Charpantidou will give a lecture in Greek delving into the evolution of Greek citizenship.
When: 2 September, 7:00pm
Where: Facebook Live
Info: Greek Community of Melbourne Facebook page

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