Embassy News
November 12, 2012
25th AFI European Union Film Showcase (Nov. 9-20,2012)
The 25th AFI European Union Film Showcase in association with the Embassy of Greece presents: “Unfair World” (Adikos Kosmos) “Unfair World” is one of eight movies in the showcase nominated for the 2012 Foreign Language Film Oscar! Friday, Nov. 16 at 7:10 and Monday, Nov. 19 at 7:15at the AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center(8633 […]
November 8, 2012
Greece Participates in the 2012 Kids Euro Festival with the Performance “Short Dragon’s Code”
On November 3rd-5th, Greece participated in the 2012 Kids Euro Festival with the interactive music and puppet theater performance “Short Dragon’s Code,” starring Panayiotis Tsirides, Sofia Morali, Marianthi Fotaki, Vasilis Giakoumatos, and Vassiliki Alexopoulos. The story centered around four reptile friends, who learn the importance of working together after they discover a mysterious chest. On […]
November 7, 2012
The Embassy of Greece presents the movie "To Vouno Mprosta" on Wednesday Nov. 7 at 8pm
The Embassy of Greecein collaboration with the Greek Film Center presents On WEDNESDAY, Nov. 7 @ 8:00 PM THE MOUNTAIN IN FRONT“To Vouno Mprosta” 102 min • in Greek with English subtitles Directed by Vassilis Douros Synopsis:Holy Saturday. The fireworks for the Resurrection ceremony are the reason an old dark hostility between Luan and Thymios […]
November 6, 2012
Fall colors with Greek culture!
Fall, 2012 GREEK CULTURE. US CALENDAR OF GREEK CULTURAL EVENTS IN WASHINGTON DC Fall colors with Greek culture! Dear Friends of Greek Culture, The Embassy of Greece wishes everyone a wonderful fall season. As the leaves change colors, we have many cultural events planned to stimulate and excite. Our fall cultural program includes many exciting opportunities. Greece’s […]
November 5, 2012
Prime Minister Samaras sends condolences to President Obama regarding hurricane Sandy
Prime Minister Samaras sent his profound condolences and those of the Greek people to President Obama for the victims of the recent storm in the Eastern part of the USA, as well as the deepest sympathy to their families. At this difficult time, Prime Minister Samaras expressed solidarity and support to the American citizens affected […]
November 1, 2012
Foreign Minister Avramopoulos sends condolences to U.S. Secretary of State Clinton regarding hurricane Sandy
Foreign Minister Avramopoulos sent his condolences yesterday to U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, expressing his deep sorrow at the tragic loss of human lives and extensive destruction caused by hurricane Sandy. Mr. Avramopoulos expressed the solidarity and support of the Greek government and people for the United States and condolences to the families of […]
November 1, 2012
Kids Euro Festival 2012: Performance of "Short Dragon's Code"
Kids Euro Short Festival: Performance of "Short Dragon's Code"
October 30, 2012
Ambassador Panagopoulos participated in the events of the 37th Marine Corps Marathon (Washington DC, 10/28/2012)
Ambassador Panagopoulos was a Guest of Honor at the 37th Marine Corps Marathon (MCM) that took place in Washington DC on Sunday, October 28th. The MCM is currently the fourth largest marathon in the United States and the ninth largest in the world. In the largest participation in the event’s 37 year history, the Marine […]
