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Thursday, 21 February 2019 23:09
ACS Athens Alumni Achievement Award Event
The American Community School of Athens, will proudly honor alumna Stephanie E. Joannides, Senior Superior Court Judge, Anchorage Alaska, class of ‘71, with this year's “Lifetime Achievement Award,” acknowledging her professional achievements, exemplary leadership with ethos, and service to humanity.
This special event will take place on April 6 2019, at the Capital Hilton, Washington D.C., at 6:30 pm.
Professor Nicholas Burns, former US Ambassador to Greece and ACS Athens parent, will be the guestspeaker at the Award Ceremony.
Stephanie Joannides served as a judge on the State District Court, the State Superior Court and as a pro tem judge on the Alaska Court of Criminal Appeals from 1994 to 2011. Since then, she has been on senior status, presiding over civil and criminal cases, being involved in a variety of court projects and committees and sitting pro tem on the Criminal Court of Appeals.
With its 2nd Alumni Achievement Awards Event, ACS Athens takes the opportunity to invite members of its community across the globe and prominent professionals from all areas to this landmark event for a meaningful celebration, bringing together people who are changing the world!
For additional information and registration, visit acsathensglobal or contact Ms. Valerie Alexopoulos at alexopoulosv@acs.gr.
Entrance is $250 per person. All proceeds will go to alumni scholarships.
This special event will take place on April 6 2019, at the Capital Hilton, Washington D.C., at 6:30 pm.
Professor Nicholas Burns, former US Ambassador to Greece and ACS Athens parent, will be the guestspeaker at the Award Ceremony.
Stephanie Joannides served as a judge on the State District Court, the State Superior Court and as a pro tem judge on the Alaska Court of Criminal Appeals from 1994 to 2011. Since then, she has been on senior status, presiding over civil and criminal cases, being involved in a variety of court projects and committees and sitting pro tem on the Criminal Court of Appeals.
With its 2nd Alumni Achievement Awards Event, ACS Athens takes the opportunity to invite members of its community across the globe and prominent professionals from all areas to this landmark event for a meaningful celebration, bringing together people who are changing the world!
For additional information and registration, visit acsathensglobal or contact Ms. Valerie Alexopoulos at alexopoulosv@acs.gr.
Entrance is $250 per person. All proceeds will go to alumni scholarships.
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Saturday, 02 March 2019 19:12
Exodus Dance performance - Roes Theatre
Athanasia Kanellopoulou presents her latest art project, Exodus at Roes Theatre!
Choreographed and directed by Kanellopoulou herself, Exodus is a dance performance where six people struggle against a state of dissolution and chaos. Exodus will be performed at the Roes Theatre (12, 13, 18, 19 & 20 March 2019).
Kanellopoulou’s work is focused on issues around identity, social gender, and socio-political affairs, in the context of contemporary art. Exodus has been subsidized by the Hellenic Ministry of Culture and Sports for 2018/19.
About the piece:
Exodus is an artistic response to the 1989 novel “The Melancholy of Resistance”, written by Hungarian writer László Krasznahorkai, whereby main characters are led to their self-destruction as their attempts for revolutionary acts fall short. The piece attempts to confront the existing societal and individual dominant structures.
The performance unfolds through small, fragmented revolutionary acts, where collective and personal identities must first be decomposed and then find the exit or “exodus” toward redemption and fulfilment.
Exodus acts as a narrative to this journey. The dancers’ bodies are in a gradual rebellion, building into remnants of ruins, searching the cell of their own History.
It is in fact a small society that resists absurdity; throbbing with the strings of change, in search of a temporary, yet immediate, calmness.
How many borders and bridges should they cross to reach the final destination? How many walls should they break and how many circles should they create to find their buried History?
Choreographed and directed by Kanellopoulou herself, Exodus is a dance performance where six people struggle against a state of dissolution and chaos. Exodus will be performed at the Roes Theatre (12, 13, 18, 19 & 20 March 2019).
Kanellopoulou’s work is focused on issues around identity, social gender, and socio-political affairs, in the context of contemporary art. Exodus has been subsidized by the Hellenic Ministry of Culture and Sports for 2018/19.
About the piece:
Exodus is an artistic response to the 1989 novel “The Melancholy of Resistance”, written by Hungarian writer László Krasznahorkai, whereby main characters are led to their self-destruction as their attempts for revolutionary acts fall short. The piece attempts to confront the existing societal and individual dominant structures.
The performance unfolds through small, fragmented revolutionary acts, where collective and personal identities must first be decomposed and then find the exit or “exodus” toward redemption and fulfilment.
Exodus acts as a narrative to this journey. The dancers’ bodies are in a gradual rebellion, building into remnants of ruins, searching the cell of their own History.
It is in fact a small society that resists absurdity; throbbing with the strings of change, in search of a temporary, yet immediate, calmness.
How many borders and bridges should they cross to reach the final destination? How many walls should they break and how many circles should they create to find their buried History?
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Tuesday, 26 February 2019 07:00
Madame Phu Man Chu: The Funkiest Vietnamese Restaurant In Town
Madame Phu Man Chu is an exciting new entry to the Athenian gastronomy and nightlife scene. The brain child of a peculiar trio, a Vietnamese chef, a French architect and a Greek musician/entrepreneur, Madame Phu Man Chu is the funkiest tiny Vietnamese restaurant in town.
The space is small but nicely decorated in an oriental mix and match style; there’s silk lanterns, an Asian paper dragon on the ceiling, and a porcelain bust of Ho Chi Minh by the entrance.
At Madame Phu Man Chu expect to become part of the action, there are no tables and the bar stools face the kitchen giving customers full sight of the food preparation! The menu is small and the dishes are meant to be shared, sort of like an Asian ‘tapas’ restaurant. The introductory tasting menu costs €25 – we were 3 people and were more than happy to share 2 tasting menus between us. We tasted crispy spring rolls, succulent beef skewers, delicious fried tofu, Vietnamese style mussels, and fish; everything was well prepared and very yummy!
The service at Madame Phu Man Chu is warm, friendly and welcoming, making it the sort of place you’d like to pop in after work for quick drink and a little bite. Essentially, it’s a great addition to the re-vitalizing of the Athenian night scene.
Address: Skouleniou 4 & Praxitelous, Athens
Telephone: 210 3231366
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Address: Skouleniou 4 & Praxitelous, Athens
Telephone: 210 3231366
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Tuesday, 26 February 2019 07:00
Record-Breaking 5.3 Million Visits To The SNFCC In 2018
Since opening its doors in 2017, the SNFCC has become a favorite destination for Athenians. Its gardens attract families with young children, its unique activities and workshops are usually fully booked long in advance, the library is a haven for scholars and bibliophiles, while the new Greek National Opera is an aesthetic and technological masterpiece.
According research conducted for the SNFCC and published by Kathimerini, “The SNFCC is most popular with visitors in the 18-29 and 30-44 age groups, which mostly includes families who take advantage of activities and the various SNFCC playgrounds. Most visitors go to the SNFCC to take a stroll in the park, have a coffee or a bite to eat, or to attend a cultural performance—primarily concerts or performances at the Greek National Opera. Visitors provided a positive evaluation of the SNFCC overall (99%), as well as in specific areas like cleanliness (99%) and visitor experience (90%)…”
Regarding the SNFCC’s great success with the Greek public, the cultural center’s CEO Nikos Manolopoulos said, “The public has embraced the creation of a unique project of cultural significance and environmental sensibility. The inhabitants of Attica in particular keep coming back to the SNFCC, validating the way it operates with their visits. We owe deep gratitude to the Stavros Niarchos Foundation, its Board of Directors and staff, and especially to its co-President, Andreas Dracopoulos, for the continued and active support and encouragement they provide to the SNFCC. We would also like to thank the Ministry of Finance for the exemplary way in which it oversees the project and the support it offers to the SNFCC.”
In 2018 alone, the SNFCC received 5.3 million visits, a high mark since its opening, fulfilling SNF's vision for a public space that is open and accessible to all!
Article Source: snf.org
Image Credit: SNFCC | GeorgeDimitrakopoulos
Article Source: snf.org
Image Credit: SNFCC | GeorgeDimitrakopoulos
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Sunday, 17 February 2019 02:05
Art for Change Kids’ Edition
Live Art in the making because life is an art… especially for kids!
1. Intro to “live” Music workshop for kids 6-12 with Sofia Kourtidou
Kids are introduced to the magic of live vocal looping and learn how to compose a complete song by using the sounds of everyday objects and their voice. Improvisation, rhythm and team work are mixed into an unforgettable experience, one you can’t miss! Saturday 2nd & Sunday 3rd 2019: Team 1: 9:00–10:00, Team 2: 10:00–11:00
2. Emotional intelligence art workshop for kids 6-10 with Vana Gkora
A series of hands on creative activities designed to show and tell ways to practice empathy. Kids have fun and at the same time work on their social and emotional skills. Saturday 2nd & Sunday 3rd 2019: Team 1: 11:00 – 12:00, Team 2: 12:00 – 13:00
Admission per workshop: 10 Euros
Special sibling discount: 18 Euros, Admission for participation in both workshops: 16 Euros
Maximum 10 children per team.
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Tuesday, 26 February 2019 01:58
Art For Change Vol V
“Music Art Magazine (MAG)” continuous its tradition with the 5th live art festival “Art for Change” hosted by Eco Zone.
Live Art in the making because life is an art. Music, Visual Arts, Street Art, Live Performers!
Over 100 artists will create an interactive ecosystem of multidisciplinary arts around the theme “Dark Times – Reflections” and open a dialogue with everyone searching for some hope and the courage to break through towards a better tomorrow.
Art is everywhere and has the power to make a difference!
Doors open on Friday March 1 st at 18:00.
Also, check out the "Art for Change Kids’ Edition" HERE!
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Monday, 25 February 2019 12:23
Greek: Europe’s Most Ancient Language
Greek is the most ancient language in Europe; it has existed for at least 4,000 years as an oral tradition and 3,500 years in writing. With the exception of two Chinese dialects, Greek is the only ancient language that hasn’t ceased to exist over the years– in other words, it hasn’t died. Languages older than Greek such as Sumerian, Akkadian, and Babylonian have all died. Even though Greek has evolved changed though the millennia it has remained alive!
Unfortunately, linguists mourn the loss of a language every 15 days. In fact, Quechua, a language spoken on the Falkland Islands by five individuals aged between 87 and 93 is expected to vanish in the next few years.
Greek Words That Cannot Be Translated In A Single Word
Palikari – A young or brave and proud man. During the Greek War of Independence, (1821-29), a palikari was a member of a fighting group, led by a captain, a thief or sinner, or a member of a gang of thieves.
Meraklis – An individual possessing the ability to thoroughly enjoy; one drawn by aesthetically tasteful things or delicious food, or who goes about doing things with love and zeal.
Levendis – A masculine, tall, and upright man with a proud stature. One who is brave, direct, honest, and generous.
Xerosfyri – Consumption of alcohol without accompanying food.
Filotimo – A heightened feeling of dignity, honor and responsibility. In ancient Greek, the word meant ambition. Someone who possessed filotimo was bent on achieving honor and glory, which was not viewed positively.
Mangas – One who presents oneself as strong, brave or smart and usually behaves in a deceptive, provocative way. The term can also define someone who is capable and brave. During the interwar period, the word defined a marginalized, working class, urban male, characterized by flamboyant dress, movement and language, who was also particularly sensitive to matters concerning honor.
Meraki – Devotion, zeal and eagerness; strong willingness to carry out an activity.
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Wednesday, 13 February 2019 12:06
“Symvanta/Episodes”, Ianthi Aggelioglou at Fokianou Art Space
FokiaNou Art Space is pleased to present "Symvanta/Episodes" by Ianthi Aggelioglou, an exhibition of textile work and painting on paper, as well as performance. In her second solo show, Aggelioglou explores the relationship between the elements in the process of making work: the place, the material, the sequence. Pieces of fabric cut from the first part of the work, or "episode", become the catalyst for, as well as the material for the next episodes, creating a sequential unified whole. Parts of this series were presented last year in the exhibition "Theorimata" by A.I.C.A, curated by Athena Schina at EMST.
Ianthi Aggelioglou was born in 1978 in Athens, where she lives and works. She is a graduate of the Painting department of the School of Fine Arts of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. In 2004, on an Erasmus scholarship, she attended courses in performance and sculpture at the School of Fine Arts in Valencia, Spain. In 2011, she received a Masters in Fine Arts from the Athens School of Fine Arts, on a scholarship from the State Scholarship Foundation. In 2006 she presented her first solo exhibition entitled "graphi", curated by Emmanuel Mavrommatis, in Athens. She has participated in many group exhibitions in Greece and her work can be found in private collections both in Greece and abroad.
FokiaNou Art Space is an artist-run project space in the intimacy of a small apartment in an old building in the center of Athens. The apartment has been transformed into an open space that encourages collaborative creative efforts between Greek and foreign artists, thereby promoting and supporting the local art community. The space hosts exhibitions, workshops and projects under the direction of two artists, Mary Cox and Panagiotis Voulgaris.
Opening: Wednesday 27 February, 19:00
Duration: 27 February to 23 March 2019. Opening hours: Wednesday to Saturday, 17:00 - 20:00
Performance: Wednesday, 13 March, 19:00
Talk by Art Historian Athena Schina: Thursday, 21 March, 18:30
Ianthi Aggelioglou was born in 1978 in Athens, where she lives and works. She is a graduate of the Painting department of the School of Fine Arts of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. In 2004, on an Erasmus scholarship, she attended courses in performance and sculpture at the School of Fine Arts in Valencia, Spain. In 2011, she received a Masters in Fine Arts from the Athens School of Fine Arts, on a scholarship from the State Scholarship Foundation. In 2006 she presented her first solo exhibition entitled "graphi", curated by Emmanuel Mavrommatis, in Athens. She has participated in many group exhibitions in Greece and her work can be found in private collections both in Greece and abroad.
FokiaNou Art Space is an artist-run project space in the intimacy of a small apartment in an old building in the center of Athens. The apartment has been transformed into an open space that encourages collaborative creative efforts between Greek and foreign artists, thereby promoting and supporting the local art community. The space hosts exhibitions, workshops and projects under the direction of two artists, Mary Cox and Panagiotis Voulgaris.
Opening: Wednesday 27 February, 19:00
Duration: 27 February to 23 March 2019. Opening hours: Wednesday to Saturday, 17:00 - 20:00
Performance: Wednesday, 13 March, 19:00
Talk by Art Historian Athena Schina: Thursday, 21 March, 18:30
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Monday, 25 February 2019 07:00
Stefanos Tsitsipas Lifts His Second ATP Tour Title & Makes Us Proud
Talented Greek tennis star, Stefanos Tsitsipas is on his way to the Top 10 of the ATP Rankings on Sunday, after winning against Mikhail Kukushkin at the Open 13 Provence and lifting his second ATP Tour title.
The 20-year-old Tsitsipas became the youngest Grand Slam semi-finalist since Novak Djokovic (2007 US Open) at the Australian Open last month, while following Sunday’s victory he reached a career-high No. 11 in the ATP Rankings.
"I lost the spark [after the Australian Open] and I was frustrated because it felt like I couldn't find it again," said Tsitsipas. "This week, I can say I am really happy because I felt this hunger back again... I really hope it stays the same because there are many good players out there that play for the same prize."
Following his victory at the Open 13 Provence tournament, Stefanos Tsitsipas collected 250 ATP Ranking points and €89,435 in prize money!
To this article in full, please visit: ATP Tour
Image Credit: @Stefanos Tsitsipas
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Thursday, 21 February 2019 07:00
New Tourism Video Invites Visitors To Discover The Authentic Side Of Greece
Greece’s wide diversity, nature, culture, gastronomy and lifestyle, are showcased through “Oh My Greece | Unlock the Feeling”, the country’s new tourism promotional campaign. The campaign kicked off with a new video, presented at the Megaron Concert Hall in Athens by the company’s CEO, Ioanna Dretta.
The video that focuses on hospitality, features a series of images of Greece and invites travelers to experience a unique Greek getaway, a holiday that will have them saying…“Oh My Greece”.
“We want to enrich the visitor’s experience with even more details. There is always more Greece to see… A Greece that promises original, unique, authentic travel experiences,” Dretta said while presenting the campaign.
The video that focuses on hospitality, features a series of images of Greece and invites travelers to experience a unique Greek getaway, a holiday that will have them saying…“Oh My Greece”.
“We want to enrich the visitor’s experience with even more details. There is always more Greece to see… A Greece that promises original, unique, authentic travel experiences,” Dretta said while presenting the campaign.
Marketing Greece’s CEO underlined that the Greek tourism product may be a combination of nature, culture, gastronomy, traditions, and lifestyle, but it is also offers something more direct: the hospitality of the Greek people.
“We really need to understand how much we can offer through our hospitality and how much we are loved for it… Hospitality for our guests is not only perfect accommodation conditions… It is also the friendliness and smile of the locals.” she said.
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