The Greek-American League, founded by Nicholas Calamaras of Anavryti, served the immigrant Greek community in NYC in the early 1900s. While operating his tiny candy shop in Manhattan, Nicholas was a tireless advocate for the Greek community, extending his influence to local, state and even national politics. Between 1912 and 1934, he worked to support political candidates favorable to Greek issues: law enforcement, business permits, employment, immigration, deportations, export permits, and more. Purporting to represent hundreds of thousands of individuals, churches, businesses and publications, he wielded political power that demanded respect. Although Nicholas did not hold public office, his influence was acknowledged by politicians both locally and nationally until his death in 1939. Because Nicholas’ papers were retained by the family, a book about the previously-unknown Greek-American League has now been compiled. The primary source material is of inestimable value, especial...

  "Timeless Treasure:  The Benizelos Mansion, Athens' Oldest House" article published in the GreekReporter.com on January 1, 2025, authored by Tasos Kokkinidis. " At the historical center of Athens, in   Plaka , the Benizelos Mansion, or the House of Agia Philothei, is the oldest house in Athens. It is now a museum that opened its doors to the public in February 2017. In 1972, the building was taken over by the Ministry of Culture, and in 1999 it was given to the Holy Archdiocese of Athens. It was restored and made into a museum by funds from the European Union.  The oldest house in Athens was built in the 16th century Built at the beginning of the 16th century and renovated at the end of the 17th, it is a characteristic two-storied mansion of the period of the Ottoman occupation." To read the entire article and see additional photographs -  https://greekreporter.com/2025/01/01/a-tour-around-the-oldest-house-in-athens-photos/?utm_source=newsletter&...