AHEPA Chapter 518

08/27/2026

We wish the best of luck to Greek American Athanasios Kaliakmanis as he tries out for the Washington Commanders this preseason

08/02/2026

We are proud to award the 2026 AHEPA scholarship to Ms. Sofia Graniello. Sofia is a bright young lady of Kalymnian 🇬🇷 descent. She will be attending San Jacinto College this fall in pursuit of a Sonography Technician's Certificate. AHEPA continues to support students across the United States in continuing their education and achieving their career goals.

07/29/2026

07/21/2026

On July 20, 1974, Turkey invaded Cyprus.

Fifty-two years later, Turkey has never been compelled to withdraw its troops, reverse the division it imposed by force, or fully answer for the lives and communities it shattered.

In the decades since, the international community has condemned the invasion, passed resolutions, and called for negotiations.

But condemnation without consequences is not accountability.

Today, we remember those who were killed, displaced and disappeared. We honor those who defended Cyprus. And we renew the demand that the world finally hold Turkey accountable.

52 YEARS WITHOUT ACCOUNTABILITY

07/21/2026

Greece's Under-19 rugby league team has claimed the European U19s Shield title after defeating Norway 94-6 in the final match.

07/19/2026

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07/19/2026

Today at St. John the Theologian in Webster we welcome the Friends of Cyprus and the Hellenic Cultural Center of the Southwest in commemorating the thousands who lost their lives during the July 20, 1974 Turkish invasion of Cyprus. Join us for food & fellowship.

07/19/2026

🇬🇷 The Odyssey is one of the greatest stories ever told. It belongs to the history, mythology and cultural heritage of Greece.

Many Greeks are disappointed by the direction of this production.

Our concerns include:
• Greek actors were largely absent from major roles.
• Athens was not included in the global promotional tour despite being the birthplace of the story.
• Very little Greek language or authentic Greek cultural representation has been highlighted.
• A story so deeply rooted in Greece deserves meaningful Greek involvement.

This isn’t about excluding others. It’s about respecting the culture and history from which these stories originated.

We hope future productions celebrating Greek mythology will work more closely with Greek artists, historians and communities.

What are your thoughts? 🇬🇷

04/25/2026

During recent excavations, a majestic white marble statue of the goddess Athena was recovered from the rubble fill near the stage building's exterior wall. Measuring approximately 2 meters in length, this impressive figure was discovered lying face down, a position that likely contributed to the remarkable preservation of its detailed torso.
While the head of the deity has not yet been identified among the site's fragments, the remaining sculpture serves as a prime example of the refined classical aesthetic prevalent during the Augustan period, spanning from 27 BC to 14 AD.

The intentional lack of finish on the back suggests the statue was originally designed for a niche or a specific architectural placement where only the front would be visible to the public. The accompanying image serves as a digital reconstruction, providing a visual interpretation of how this marble masterpiece may have appeared in its original, complete form within the grand setting of the theatre.

This discovery underscores the cultural and religious prominence of Laodicea during the Roman Empire and highlights the sophisticated craftsmanship of the era. This digital reconstruction allows us to bridge the gap between the weathered fragments found in the soil and the artistic splendor that once defined the city's public spaces.

📸: Köksal Bey