Annual Dinner Dance: Saturday, March 19, 2016
The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Chicago passes a resolution to recognize Greek Independence Day
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Resolution sponsored by the Board of Commissioners recognizing Greek Independence Day
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Annual Picnic: Sunday, September 13, 2015
Dear Members and Friends,
Neo Kyma Messinias cordially welcomes you to our annual picnic that will take place on Sunday, September 13th at Blue Star Memorial Woods, Grove 1. Join us to socialize, discuss local and Greek politics, feast on homemade souvlakia, brush up on your tavli skills, and play some sports in the park. This event is free, and open to all our members and their friends. Please refer to the map below for directions.
Neo Kyma Messinias cordially welcomes you to our annual picnic that will take place on Sunday, September 13th at Blue Star Memorial Woods, Grove 1. Join us to socialize, discuss local and Greek politics, feast on homemade souvlakia, brush up on your tavli skills, and play some sports in the park. This event is free, and open to all our members and their friends. Please refer to the map below for directions.
At Blue Star Memorial Woods ~ Grove 1
701 E. Lake Ave., Glenview, IL 60025
(Directions and Map Below)
701 E. Lake Ave., Glenview, IL 60025
(Directions and Map Below)
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Annual Dinner Dance: Sunday, March 22, 2015
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Vasilopita Observance: Sunday, January 25, 2015
Join us for Vasilopita, appetizers, wine & drinks, sweets & coffee as we celebrate the New Year together and welcome current and new members! Click on the file below for further details.
Annual Vasilopita Cutting & Membership Drive will take place at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 25, 2015.
Cultural Center of the Hellenic American
Community of Greater Chicago
5941 N. Milwaukee Ave., Chicago, IL 60646
Annual Vasilopita Cutting & Membership Drive will take place at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 25, 2015.
Cultural Center of the Hellenic American
Community of Greater Chicago
5941 N. Milwaukee Ave., Chicago, IL 60646
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Annual Fundraiser Event: Thursday, November 6, 2014
Neo Kyma Messinias is hosting its annual Smoker Fundraiser on Thursday, November 6, 2014 at
Jameson's Charhouse - Monaco Ballroom located at 9525 Skokie Blvd., Skokie, Il 60077.
Grand prize is $2,000, and there will be a $100 winner for every 10th number drawn. Winner need not be present.
Donation for this event is $100.
Please join us on Thursday, November 6th: Cocktails at 6:30 pm and Dinner at 7:30 pm.
Jameson's Charhouse - Monaco Ballroom located at 9525 Skokie Blvd., Skokie, Il 60077.
Grand prize is $2,000, and there will be a $100 winner for every 10th number drawn. Winner need not be present.
Donation for this event is $100.
Please join us on Thursday, November 6th: Cocktails at 6:30 pm and Dinner at 7:30 pm.
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Annual Picnic: Sunday, September 7, 2014
Dear Members and Friends,
Neo Kyma Messinias cordially welcomes you to our annual picnic that will take place on Sunday, September 7th at Blue Star Memorial Woods, Grove 1. Join us to socialize, discuss local and Greek politics, feast on homemade souvlakia, brush up on your tavli skills, and play some sports in the park. This event is free, and open to all our members and their friends. Please refer to the map below for directions.
Neo Kyma Messinias cordially welcomes you to our annual picnic that will take place on Sunday, September 7th at Blue Star Memorial Woods, Grove 1. Join us to socialize, discuss local and Greek politics, feast on homemade souvlakia, brush up on your tavli skills, and play some sports in the park. This event is free, and open to all our members and their friends. Please refer to the map below for directions.
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Annual Dinner Dance : Sunday , March 23, 2014
General Assembly Meeting
Please join the rank and file membership of Neo Kyma Messinias to discuss our organization's future and viability, and to vote on the next Executive Body. Meeting open to all past, present, and future members.
General Assembly Meeting
2:00 P.M.
Sunday, May 19, 2013
Cretan Fraternity House
5941 N. Milwaukee Ave.
Chicago, IL.
For more information please contact us at 847.323.6009 or pylos1@sbcglobal.net
General Assembly Meeting
2:00 P.M.
Sunday, May 19, 2013
Cretan Fraternity House
5941 N. Milwaukee Ave.
Chicago, IL.
For more information please contact us at 847.323.6009 or pylos1@sbcglobal.net
Annual Dinner Dance: Saturday, March 30, 2013
Join us on Saturday, March 30, 2013 for our annual dinner dance at Meridian Banquets as we honor the 192nd anniversary of Kalamata's liberation from Turkish rule and hegemony.
We have prepared an exquisite event with fine food, and live music. Honored guest is the Ambassador of Greece to the United States, Mr. Christos P. Panagopoulos.
Σας περιμενουμε
ΣΑΒΒΑΤΟ, 30 ΜΑΡΤΙΟΥ.
COCKTAILS ΣΤΗΣ 6.30 ΜΜ
ΔΕΙΠΝΟΣ ΣΤΗΣ 7.30 Μ.Μ.
Στο MERIDIAN BANQUETS 1701 Algonquin Road στο Rolling Meadows
Τιμη εισητηριου $65 για ενηλικους, $25 για ανηληκους κατω τον 12 ετων
We have prepared an exquisite event with fine food, and live music. Honored guest is the Ambassador of Greece to the United States, Mr. Christos P. Panagopoulos.
Σας περιμενουμε
ΣΑΒΒΑΤΟ, 30 ΜΑΡΤΙΟΥ.
COCKTAILS ΣΤΗΣ 6.30 ΜΜ
ΔΕΙΠΝΟΣ ΣΤΗΣ 7.30 Μ.Μ.
Στο MERIDIAN BANQUETS 1701 Algonquin Road στο Rolling Meadows
Τιμη εισητηριου $65 για ενηλικους, $25 για ανηληκους κατω τον 12 ετων
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Greek Art Exhibit at the Cretan Fraternity of Chicago on Sunday, February 24, 2013
Neo Kyma Messinias supports the upcoming event "HELLENIC EARTH AND SEA" held at the Cretan Fraternity of Chicago at 5941 N.Milwaukee Ave in Chicago. A unique initiative of the Greek American Community and the Cretan Fraternity of Chicago to raise much needed funds for "The Smile of the Child Foundation" (Το Χαμὀγελο του Παιδιοὐ) in Greece. The art work is donated by Greek artists from Greece and the United States, and 100% of the proceeds will be sent to Greece to support the mission of "The Smile of the Child Foundation." This is an opportunity to acquire original artwork at a discounted price, and simultaneously support a noteworthy social cause. Below is a small sample of the artwork by known Greek artists, and a panoramic shot of the exhibit space.
Presentation on Messenia at the Field Museum on February 20th at 6 p.m.
Michael Cosmopoulos, archaeology professor at the University of Missouri, director of the Iklaina Excavation in Pylos (www.iklaina.org) and a Board Member of the Pylos Foundation (www.pylosfoundation.org) will offer a public presentation on Messenia. The event will take place at the Field Museum in Chicago on Wednesday, February 20 at 6 pm. The presentation will be about the excavation and also about the efforts by the Pylos Foundation to protect the culture and boost the tourism of Messenia. Please support this noteworthy event with your attendance. All are welcome.
A message from Professor Michael Cosmopoulos
Hellenism and Hellenic culture have had a profound impact on our civilization in a wide range of fields: from art, society, politics, and economy, to philosophy, law, medicine, and science. The Hellenic Government-Karakas Foundation Professorship in Greek Studies is one of the first Chairs of Greek Studies to be established in the United States. Its mission is to focus, develop, and sustain research, teaching, and public education on Hellenism, with particular emphasis on the impact of Classical Greek civilization on contemporary society.
At a time when research and education in the Humanities are facing extinction, the Professorship aims at preserving and promoting the humanistic values of Greek civilization. We seek to not only educate our students and the public about these values, but also to provide our students with the practical skills necessary to succeed in today’s competitive world.
In the past ten years the Professorship has accomplished a great deal, to the point where it can now boast annual enrollments of 300 students, both a summer- and a semester-long program in Greece, a Certificate in Greek Studies (and a planned Major in Classical Greek Studies), a multi-function Greek Culture Center, and a wide range of programs for the community.
We are very proud to promote Hellenism in the heart of America and we invite you to explore our website and join us for our events!
Michael B. Cosmopoulos
A message from Professor Michael Cosmopoulos
Hellenism and Hellenic culture have had a profound impact on our civilization in a wide range of fields: from art, society, politics, and economy, to philosophy, law, medicine, and science. The Hellenic Government-Karakas Foundation Professorship in Greek Studies is one of the first Chairs of Greek Studies to be established in the United States. Its mission is to focus, develop, and sustain research, teaching, and public education on Hellenism, with particular emphasis on the impact of Classical Greek civilization on contemporary society.
At a time when research and education in the Humanities are facing extinction, the Professorship aims at preserving and promoting the humanistic values of Greek civilization. We seek to not only educate our students and the public about these values, but also to provide our students with the practical skills necessary to succeed in today’s competitive world.
In the past ten years the Professorship has accomplished a great deal, to the point where it can now boast annual enrollments of 300 students, both a summer- and a semester-long program in Greece, a Certificate in Greek Studies (and a planned Major in Classical Greek Studies), a multi-function Greek Culture Center, and a wide range of programs for the community.
We are very proud to promote Hellenism in the heart of America and we invite you to explore our website and join us for our events!
Michael B. Cosmopoulos
Smoker Fundraiser - Thursday, November 29, 2012
Neo Kyma Messinias is hosting its annual Smoker Fundraiser on Thursday, November 29, 2012 at Empress Banquets, located at 200 East Lake Street in Addison, Illinois. Grand prize is $2,500, and there will be a $100 winner for every 10th number drawn. Winner need not be present. Donation for this event is $100.
Please join us on Thursday, November 29th: Cocktails at 6:00 pm and Dinner at 7:00 pm.
For more information or to purchase tickets please contact:
Dimitrios Chronopoulos, President: 847.323.6009 or pylos1@sbcglobal.net;
Dimitris Giannetos, Event Chair: 312.243.2727 or giannetos1334@comcast.net
Ποὐρα not included!!!
Empress Banquets 200 East Lake Street Addison, Illinois 60101
Annual Picnic: Sunday, September 2, 2012 (Labor Day Weekend)
Dear Members and Friends,
Neo Kyma Messinias cordially welcomes you to our annual picnic that will take place on Sunday, September 2nd at Blue Star Memorial Woods, Grove 2. Join us to socialize, discuss local and Greek politics, feast on homemade souvlakia, brush up on your tavli skills, and play some sports in the park. This event is free, and open to all our members and their friends. Please refer to the map below for directions.
Visit our Photo Gallery page to view pictures from last year's picnic.
For further information or to volunteer, please contact:
Dimitrios Chronopoulos, President at 847.323.6009 or pylos1@sbcglobal.net;
Dimitris Giannetos, Picnic Chair at 312.243.2727 or giannetos1334@comcast.net
Neo Kyma Messinias cordially welcomes you to our annual picnic that will take place on Sunday, September 2nd at Blue Star Memorial Woods, Grove 2. Join us to socialize, discuss local and Greek politics, feast on homemade souvlakia, brush up on your tavli skills, and play some sports in the park. This event is free, and open to all our members and their friends. Please refer to the map below for directions.
Visit our Photo Gallery page to view pictures from last year's picnic.
For further information or to volunteer, please contact:
Dimitrios Chronopoulos, President at 847.323.6009 or pylos1@sbcglobal.net;
Dimitris Giannetos, Picnic Chair at 312.243.2727 or giannetos1334@comcast.net
Picnic at Blue Star Memorial Woods, Grove 2.
701 E Lake Ave, Glenview, IL 60025
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Annual Dinner Dance, Saturday, March 17, 2012
Φετος, οπως καθε χρονο, Το Νεο Κυμα Μεσσηνιας Θα γιορτασει την 191η επετειο της απελευθερωσης της Καλαματας. Η εκδηλωση τημα τους αθανατους ηρωες Παπαφλεσσα, Μαυρομιχαλη, Πετροβα, Νοταρα, τον θρυλικο γερο του Μορια Κολοκοτρωνη και ολους τους επωνυμους και ανωνυμους αγωνιστες οι οποιοι αγωνισθηκαν και απελευθερωσαν την Καλαματα στης 23 Μαρτιου 1821.
Στον ετησιο χορο μας θα τημησουμε tην Κυρια Ελενη Μπουσση, για την διαχρονικη κοινωνικη της προσφορα στην Ελληνο-Αμερικανικη παροικια. Ενα μεγαλο ποσοστο του καθαρου κερδους απο τα εσοδα θα προσφερδουν για την υποστιρηξη του Ελληνο-Αμερικανικου Θεραπευτηριου. Επισης, τα κερδοι θα υποστιρηξουν το Θερινο Σχολειο στο Πανεπιστημιο Πελοππονησου στην Καλαματα το καλοκαιρι του 2012. Ελατε να γιορταζουμε μαζι σε ενα εορταστικο κλιμα με νοστιμα ορεκτικα, πλουσιο φαγητο, και αφθονο ποτο.
Ζωντανη μουσικη με την ορχηστρα «Πινδος,» Με τους Γιωργο Δημα, Σπυρο Βαργιαμη, Αργυρη Τζαμουρανη, και τα αλλα μελη της πενταμελης ορχηστρας.
Στον ετησιο χορο μας θα τημησουμε tην Κυρια Ελενη Μπουσση, για την διαχρονικη κοινωνικη της προσφορα στην Ελληνο-Αμερικανικη παροικια. Ενα μεγαλο ποσοστο του καθαρου κερδους απο τα εσοδα θα προσφερδουν για την υποστιρηξη του Ελληνο-Αμερικανικου Θεραπευτηριου. Επισης, τα κερδοι θα υποστιρηξουν το Θερινο Σχολειο στο Πανεπιστημιο Πελοππονησου στην Καλαματα το καλοκαιρι του 2012. Ελατε να γιορταζουμε μαζι σε ενα εορταστικο κλιμα με νοστιμα ορεκτικα, πλουσιο φαγητο, και αφθονο ποτο.
Ζωντανη μουσικη με την ορχηστρα «Πινδος,» Με τους Γιωργο Δημα, Σπυρο Βαργιαμη, Αργυρη Τζαμουρανη, και τα αλλα μελη της πενταμελης ορχηστρας.
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Σας περιμενουμε λοιπον
ΣΑΒΒΑΤΟ, 17 ΜΑΡΤΙΟΥ.
COCKTAILS ΣΤΗΣ 6.30 ΜΜ
ΔΕΙΠΝΟΣ ΣΤΗΣ 7.30 Μ.Μ.
Στο MERIDIAN BANQUETS 1701 Algonquin Road στο Rolling Meadows
Τιμη εισητηριου $65 για ενηλικους, $25 για ανηληκους κατω τον 12 ετων.
ΣΑΒΒΑΤΟ, 17 ΜΑΡΤΙΟΥ.
COCKTAILS ΣΤΗΣ 6.30 ΜΜ
ΔΕΙΠΝΟΣ ΣΤΗΣ 7.30 Μ.Μ.
Στο MERIDIAN BANQUETS 1701 Algonquin Road στο Rolling Meadows
Τιμη εισητηριου $65 για ενηλικους, $25 για ανηληκους κατω τον 12 ετων.
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Vassilopita 2012
The Executive Board Members brought in the New Year with the traditional cutting of the Vassilopita. The president, Dimitris Chronopoulos, serves Secretary Andegone Boufas, Treasurer Effie Kourkouvis, Board Member Takis Economopoulos, and Vice President Dimitris Giannetos to his left. Best wishes for a healthy and productive year!
Smokers' Night 2011
Neo Kyma Messinias had a successful turn out at their first annual Smokers' Event. The event was held on Friday, November 18, 2011. About a hundred benevolent participants attended the smokers raffle, and then continued to play a friendly game of poker. Thank you to all the participants!
DANCE WORKSHOP with Agis Tsakalakos
The Midwest District of the Pan-Messinian Federation of USA and Canada proudly welcomes to Chicago: Agis Tsakalakos. Agis was born in 1973 in Kalamata, Messinia and has been a dance instructor for the Lykeion Ton Ellinidon Kalamatas since 1994 (he became a member of the dance troupe at the age of 13); most recently he has assumed responsibility for the dance troupe of the town of Finnikounda in Messinia. As part of the dance troupe, he has performed in Cyprus, Constantinople, Italy, Morocco, Egypt, Germany, Sweden, Portugal, Hungary, Austria (to name a few), including a performance for Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew and performed in the Closing Ceremonies of the Olympic Games in Athens in 2004!
DANCE WORKSHOP and MEET & GREET with Agis Tsakalakos.
Friday, January 27, 2012 at The Cretan House, 5941 N. Milwaukee Ave., Chicago, IL.
BY RESERVATION ONLY
Please call by Wednesday, January 25, 2012 to reserve your FREE spot!
For further details or for reservations, please contact: Bill Bebonis @ 847.414.7726
or bbebonis@gmail.com OR Bill Giannetos @ 312.608.8814 or gianneto@uic.edu
OR Bessie Kouchoukos-Grosso @ 773.456.4652 or grossob@aol.com.
DANCE WORKSHOP and MEET & GREET with Agis Tsakalakos.
Friday, January 27, 2012 at The Cretan House, 5941 N. Milwaukee Ave., Chicago, IL.
BY RESERVATION ONLY
Please call by Wednesday, January 25, 2012 to reserve your FREE spot!
For further details or for reservations, please contact: Bill Bebonis @ 847.414.7726
or bbebonis@gmail.com OR Bill Giannetos @ 312.608.8814 or gianneto@uic.edu
OR Bessie Kouchoukos-Grosso @ 773.456.4652 or grossob@aol.com.
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Summer Picnic 2011
Dear Members and Friends:
We would like to invite you to attend our 2011 picnic on Sunday, September 11th in Skokie at Grove 5 in Harms Woods North (north of Golf Rd. and south of Old Orchard Rd.) The entrance to the grove is at the stoplight of Old Orchard Rd. & Harms Rd.
Join us and enjoy souvlakia, loukaniko, hamburgers, hot dogs, salad, fruit, refreshments, beer and more! Bring your family and friends and enjoy the day with us! We will begin serving food after 12pm (noon). Also, join us on Thursday, September 8, 2011 at 6pm at Just Like Home Restaurant at 8501 W. Dempster in Niles for our final picnic meeting.
For further information or to volunteer, please contact:
Dimitrios Chronopoulos, President at 847.323.6009 or pylos1@sbcglobal.net;
Dimitri Giannetos, Picnic Chair at 312.243.2727 or giannetos1334@comcast.net
or any of the Board of Directors.
We would like to invite you to attend our 2011 picnic on Sunday, September 11th in Skokie at Grove 5 in Harms Woods North (north of Golf Rd. and south of Old Orchard Rd.) The entrance to the grove is at the stoplight of Old Orchard Rd. & Harms Rd.
Join us and enjoy souvlakia, loukaniko, hamburgers, hot dogs, salad, fruit, refreshments, beer and more! Bring your family and friends and enjoy the day with us! We will begin serving food after 12pm (noon). Also, join us on Thursday, September 8, 2011 at 6pm at Just Like Home Restaurant at 8501 W. Dempster in Niles for our final picnic meeting.
For further information or to volunteer, please contact:
Dimitrios Chronopoulos, President at 847.323.6009 or pylos1@sbcglobal.net;
Dimitri Giannetos, Picnic Chair at 312.243.2727 or giannetos1334@comcast.net
or any of the Board of Directors.