News from the Consulate General in New York

December 13, 2013

Information required for military recruitment purposes

All male Greek citizens born in 1996 are requested to present themselves to the Armed Forces Department of the Consulate General of Greece in New York, between January 2nd and March 31st , 2014 in order to submit required information regarding national military service, such as address, telephone number, level of education, etc. The information […]

November 29, 2013

Artistic exhibition at the Consulate General

On Thursday, November 21, 2013 the artistic exhibition of the artist Maria Alexea was inaugurated at the Consulate General. The artwork of Ms Alexea bears a strong Hellenic imprint, combining elements from the nature and the ancient Greek mythology. The exhibition will remain open to the public during the opening hours of the Consulate General […]

November 27, 2013

Opening of a branch of the Chef’s Club of Greece in the United States

Opening of a branch of the Chef’s Club of Greece in the United States The Chef’s Club of Greece opened a branch in the United States and nominated as its representative Mrs. Maria Loi at a special event held at the Consulate General on Friday, November 15th, 2013.The Chef’s Club of Greece is a professional […]

November 6, 2013

Event for the National “OXI” Day οf October 28th

Event for the National “OXI” Day οf October 28th The Consulate General of Greece in cooperation with the Cultural and Educational Committee of the Hellenic American Chamber of Commerce, the Hellenic American Bankers Association, the Hellenic Medical Society of New York and the Cathedral of the Holy Trinity organized on Monday, November 5, 2013 the […]

October 17, 2013

Visit of Prime Minister of Greece, Mr. Α. Samaras in New York

On Sunday September 29, 2013, the Prime Minister of Greece, Mr. Α. Samaras attended Μass at St. Nicholas Church in Flushing, New York, officiated by Archbishop Demetrios. After the Μass, the Prime Minister addressed the congregation.Later that day, the PM met elected representatives of the Greek Community at the Consulate General. The meeting was followed […]

October 17, 2013

Return of a neolithic figurine from Thessaly to the Minister of Culture and Sports Mr P. Panagiotopoulos

On September 27, 2013 at the Consulate General of Greece in New York, a Neolithic clay figurine of a seated female figure of 7.6 cm, with origins from Thessaly was handed over to Minister of Culture and Sport Mr P. Panagiotopoulos by the Consul General Mr. G. Iliopoulos. The figurine was returned to the Consulate […]

October 17, 2013

Visit of the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Mr. Venizelos to New York

The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Mr. E. Venizelos met, on Tuesday 24 September 2013, at the Consulate General,  elected representatives of the Greek Community, in particular leaders of Federations and Professional or National organizations. On Wednesday September 25, 2013, Mr. E. Venizelos met representatives of the American Jewish organizations Conference of […]

October 17, 2013

Visit of the Prime Minister of Greece Mr. A. Samaras to New York

During his three-day stay in New York City, Mr. A. Samaras met Archbishop Demetrios of America, the UN Secretary General, Mr. Ban Ki-moon as well as New York’s Mayor  Mr. M. Bloomberg. The PM was interviewed by the New York Times, and held meetings with representatives of investment houses and American-Greek businessmen.

October 2, 2013

Schedule for the New York City Greek film Festival

Schedule for the New York City Greek film Festival