The Brothers Gerazounis: Engineering the Lifeblood of Buildings| www.neomagazine.com
by Dimitri C. Michalakis There are thousands of buildings in every city that need heating, ventilation, air conditioning, plumbing, electricity, fire protection, security, communications, often involving miles of ducts, pipes, wires—and among the largest and most respected firms responsible for the design of the lifeblood of every building is MG Engineering, a private firm based […]| NEO Magazine
This past May, neighborhoods across the Attica region were energized by the arrival of the THI Summer Youth Academy, the basketball camp for underprivileged youth organized by The Hellenic Initiative (THI). With the support of local municipalities and community organizations, families were informed about the upcoming camp, organized by THI in collaboration with Eurohoops. As part of the […]| NEO Magazine
by Kelly Fanarioti In a world where saltwater and steel have long been considered the domain of men, Marianthi Kasdagli has charted her own course and thrived. From a young age, the pull of the sea was undeniable, offering both a sense of freedom and a promising future. With a deep-rooted sense of duty and […]| NEO Magazine
by Markos Papadatos Academy Award nominee Lorraine Bracco (“Goodfellas”) chatted about starring in the new Netflix film “Nonnas,” which debuted at No. 1. In “Nonnas,” after the loss of his mother, Joe Scaravella (played by Vince Vaughn) risks everything to honor her by opening an Italian restaurant with a group of local grandmothers as the […]| NEO Magazine
For the 40th Annual PSEKA Cyprus Conference, PSEKA brought together in Washington, DC Greek American leaders from AHEPA, AHI, Cyprus-US Chamber of Commerce, FCAO, the Chios Federations of America and Canada and others to hear from 35 of our country’s most significant members of Congress and Senators, as well as high level officials in the […]| NEO Magazine
by Athena Efter Greek-born vocalist and musician Grigoris Maninakis has the distinction of being at the forefront of the Greek music scene in New York City for over 50 years. His promotion of and performances of Classical, Rebetiko, and “Entekhno” Greek music has also brought him to audiences all over the US and the world. […]| NEO Magazine
This summer, a beloved tradition from the Greek islands is crossing the Atlantic and landing in the historic heart of America’s capital. On July 20—National Ice Cream Day—Yala Greek Ice Cream will open its doors in Georgetown, Washington, D.C., becoming the first shop in the United States to serve truly authentic Greek ice cream. For founder Chrys […]| NEO Magazine
by James Terezakis The sun was setting in the west, casting its shadow on the Theodosian Walls. Built by the Emperor Theodosius in the 5th century, they stood for over 1,000 years, stretching three and half miles long. There was an outer wall, a moat, and then an inner wall, 39 feet high, designed with […]| NEO Magazine
by Dean Kalimniou* A chilling, fell wind sweeps across the ashen paving stones. Pedestrians raise their collars and clutch at their jackets in order to entrap the last vestige of warmth within them. It is so cold that the smell of the hecatombs of meat sizzling within the restaurants flanking the square barely keeps pace […]| NEO Magazine
When I was a kid, I lived on Chios island until I was about seven, and then I returned again a few years later to visit, and I remember the green that flooded the windows of the old Chevy cab that whisked us to the suburb of Kofinas, from all olive trees spilling over on […]| NEO Magazine
Summer is here and we are all waiting for the day of our departure to Greece and Cyprus. It’s not just a vacation, for that we have the Caribbean, it’s a kind of rebirth and if that sounds too dramatic, let’s say a rejuvenation process, one that will keep us running for another 11 months.It’s […]| NEO Magazine
The Hellenic Classical Charter School (HCCS), a National Blue Ribbon School, will celebrate 20 years this fall of providing students with a high performing, rigorous, standards-based curriculum rooted in the classics. What started back in 2005 as a vision has come to fruition. After its first location opened in the Park Slope area of Brooklyn, […]| NEO Magazine
An excerpt of a historical novel of Laskarina Bouboulina: the nautical leader of the Greek Revolution of 1821 By Nikos Linardakis, M.D. The Mistress of Spetses is a gripping historical novel, set during the Greek Revolution of 1821, chronicling the adventurous life of Laskarina Bouboulina, who is also a narrator—the fearless sea captain who helped […]| NEO Magazine
Years ago, the distinguished Yale-trained actor and director Yannis Simonides was reminded by a friend about the Memoirs of Makriyannis. “I had read it when I was young in Greece,” he says, “and I read it again now and fell in love with it all over again.” So much so, that he began to read […]| NEO Magazine
In the world of real estate, the need for a trusted, knowledgeable advisor who truly understands the market and the unique needs of each client is vital. Emmanouela Solomin, an Associate Broker at the Queens offices of Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty and recently recognized as one of the Top 3 Unit Leaders of the […]| NEO Magazine
By Nikos Linardakis, M.D. In the charming town of Watkinsville, Georgia, nestled next to Athens, Georgia, is the modern St. Philothea Greek Orthodox Church (GOC). This place of worship holds a secret—a hidden treasure of art and faith. Stepping into the church, your eyes are immediately drawn to the icons and murals, where each stroke […]| NEO Magazine
People who decided to move there speak to NEO By Kelly Fanarioti The decreased number of births, an aging population, and the concentration of residents in large urban centers are among the key challenges Greece has faced in recent years. As a result, schools in mountainous regions and remote islands are closing due to the […]| NEO Magazine
Under the auspices of the Consulate General of Greece in New York The Academy of Hellenic Paideia proudly presents the 8th Annual TIMARETE Hellenic Arts Festival, a celebration of Greek culture, art, and heritage. This year’s festival will take place from May 3 to June 15, 2025, featuring a diverse program of film, theater, music, […]| NEO Magazine
2025 Academy Award winner for ‘Best Supporting Actor’ for ‘A Real Pain’ by Markos Papadatos Kieran Culkin spoke about his Academy Award win for “Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role” for “A Real Pain” at the Oscars Press Room.The movie was written and directed by Jesse Eisenberg, who also stars as David […]| NEO Magazine
by Dean Kalimniou* “You will forgive me If I light up a cigarette,” the polite old man asked as he reached for his lighter with gnarled, trembling hands, as we stood outside the church toilets. His bulbous bald head, covered in liver spots, fringed with just a wisp of hair, glowed in the morning sun. […]| NEO Magazine
My life in Chios when I was a little kid revolved around two things: the history of Chios and the Turkish occupation markers everywhere. And the church, which provided a solace and inspiration to the freedom fighters, and a way of life for me growing up. I remember roaming with the other kids of our […]| NEO Magazine
Due to special circumstances – my father passed – we had to unite the issues of March and April this time. We tried our best and the magazine is out again more beautiful than before. Hellenic Classical Charter School is on the cover, an institution with a proven record that makes our community very proud. […]| NEO Magazine
by Athena After Financial planning, for many of us, can be a daunting task. There are so many options amongst stocks, funds, and a myriad of other investment targets. And then comes the challenge of balancing our portfolios for short-term and long-term goals such as retirement. This is where financial advisors come in. They become […]| NEO Magazine
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by Ilias Chrissochoidis*| NEO Magazine
“What you have to know, now that you are entering the family,” my great-grandmother told my wife, upon meeting her for the first time, “is that the women of our clan are strong. They are made of iron.” Grasping her hand so tightly that my wife winced with pain, my great-grandmother stated at her intently. “Hell, we even pissed in the face of the Germans.”| NEO Magazine
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The curtain came down on Sunday on the Hellenic Film Society’s New York Greek Film Expo 2024, after an 11-day run of 13 screenings of nine of the latest and best films from Greece. The Audience Award for most popular film went to The Promotion, directed by Periklis Choursoglou, a drama about a father and son attempting to sharpen their relationship. The award for Best Performance in a Feature Film went to Kostas Koronaios for his title role in The Last Taxi Driver, the story of a cabbie who...| NEO Magazine
The Scottish producer who started his winery seven years ago in Chroussa talks to NEO | NEO Magazine
Serving Greek specialties, like spinach pies, cheese pies, and cream filled bougatsa pastry, alongside an array of sandwiches, salads, muffins, yogurt parfaits, and other sweet and savory treats, Under Pressure Café brings a global fair to a tradition of café and coffee culture that Greeks made notable as a way of life. With its first location, bustling with patrons, at the corner of 31st Street and 31st Avenue in Astoria, a bigger and more expanded location has recently opened earlier this...| NEO Magazine
by Maria A. Karamitsos| NEO Magazine
Calamos Investments is proud to announce a multi-year extension of its premier partnership with the Chicago Bulls.| NEO Magazine
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by Markos Papadatos| NEO Magazine
In March of 2024 AHEPA, America’s largest Greek-American philanthropic organization, announced it was the recipient of an historic donation of $17.3 million dollars from an anonymous donor. It was a transformational gift, one that would significantly boost AHEPA in its mission to promote Hellenism. It is also another touchstone in Basil Mossaidis’ successful two-decade tenure as AHEPA’s Executive Director.| NEO Magazine
Phillip Christopher was asked to come up to the podium and say a few words. In his remarks, he noted that the main reason for the event was that we will be commemorating the fiftieth dark anniversary of the invasion of Cyprus next month on July 20th, and it was important to have a Greek Cypriot executive honored who exemplifies the best in all of us. He emphasized that the honoree’s parents, Philip and Iphigenia Iordanou, like many Greek immigrants, came to the US with their children for a ...| NEO Magazine
