Greek America Foundation Coming to Area

Gregory C. Pappas, founder of the Greek America Foundation, will be greeting locals at the Cretan Cultural Center, located at 1821 Curlew Rd., in Palm Harbor on Friday night at 6:30 p.m.

The Greek America Foundation was put in motion by Pappas in 1997. The organization has since released a series of publications, programs and events that bring elements of Greek culture, heritage and history to the forefront of mainstream America.

One of the group's main activities is the distribution of its publication, Greek America Magazine. The magazine is the nation's most widely circulated periodical for Greek Americans, according to a spokesperson.

The Greek America Foundation offers a scholarship program that sends college students to Greece for either semester or year-long experiences of studying abroad. 

, is also a part of the Greek America Foundation.

The complimentary reception will allow folks to get acquainted with the non-profit group and enjoy some social time as well.

To RSVP for the event, contact Michael Frangedis at 727-543-5055 or Niki Spiridakos at 727-644-4684.

Visit greekamerica.org for more information on the Greek America Foundation and Team Greek America.