Athens has always been a city that breathes ideas. From the days of Aristotle’s Lyceum to the modern age of digital learning, knowledge has remained at the heart of its identity. Today, the city’s libraries carry that legacy forward — not only as places of study and research, but as cultural landmarks where the past meets the present.

The Municipal Library of Athens, founded in 1835, is among the oldest public libraries in Greece. After years of restoration, it reopened in early 2025 with a renewed sense of purpose and a fresh architectural design that blends tradition with modernity. Housed near Larissa Station, the library welcomes visitors into bright, peaceful reading halls lined with over 25,000 books, along with a remarkable archive of newspapers dating back to the mid-nineteenth century. Rare manuscripts and periodicals complete a collection that tells the story of the city’s intellectual life. Membership is free for Attica residents, allowing visitors to borrow books and explore materials that were once difficult to access. Beyond its shelves, the library serves as a cultural meeting point, regularly hosting talks, workshops, and literary events that invite Athenians to reconnect with the written word.

Equally inspiring — though on a grander scale — is the National Library of Greece, now housed at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center in Kallithea. Designed by Renzo Piano, the building itself is a work of art: a glass and marble structure that seems to float above the park, flooded with natural light. Inside, the library preserves more than a million volumes, alongside 15,000 periodicals and a precious collection of manuscripts that trace the history of Greek thought. It’s not only a guardian of the country’s literary heritage but also a vibrant public space where visitors can study, attend lectures, or simply enjoy the quiet rhythm of a modern reading room. The National Library offers both open access areas and special collections for researchers, as well as an electronic reading room that allows registered users to explore thousands of digital resources remotely.

For those drawn to science and technology, the Eugenides Foundation Library offers a different kind of experience. Known for its focus on scientific and educational material, it provides a calm and beautifully organized environment for students, researchers, and curious readers alike. Registration is free, and members can borrow books, explore digital databases, or attend seminars that make complex topics accessible to everyone. The library is part of the Eugenides Foundation’s wider mission to promote science education in Greece, a goal reflected in its interactive exhibitions and planetarium next door.

The Gennadius Library, part of the American School of Classical Studies, offers another window into Athens’ intellectual heritage. Its elegant neoclassical building shelters more than 100,000 volumes focused on Greek history, art, and literature. Founded through the donation of the diplomat Ioannis Gennadios, it remains one of the most important research libraries for scholars of classical and modern Greece. Access is open to students and researchers, and even a brief visit reveals a uniquely serene atmosphere where history truly feels alive.

The Nordic Library at Athens is a remarkable collaborative effort between the Danish, Finnish, Norwegian, and Swedish Institutes in Greece. It houses around 40,000 volumes with a strong focus on archaeology, classical studies, and the cultural ties between Scandinavia and Greece. Beyond its extensive academic collection, the library also safeguards important archives, including the Calas Archive and the C.P. Cavafy collections, which feature letters, manuscripts, essays, and photographs that offer valuable insights into modern Greek literature and art. The Nordic Library serves as an indispensable resource for researchers and scholars working in the fields of archaeology, history, and cultural studies. While its facilities are mainly geared toward academic use, visitors may access the reading rooms and archives by prior arrangement. Those wishing to consult rare or archival material are encouraged to contact the library in advance to ensure availability and proper guidance.

The Onassis Library preserves rare editions dating from the fifteenth century onwards, along with the personal collection of Aristotle Onassis himself and the extensive Onassis Archive. It offers an intimate glimpse into the legacy of one of Greece’s most influential figures, while also serving as a space dedicated to the study of culture, literature, and history. Traces of Athens’ ancient love of learning can still be found in the Library of Pantainos, located in the Agora. Although now in ruins, it remains one of the few ancient libraries whose founding inscription, outlining its rules and use, has survived. Nearby stands the site of Hadrian’s Library, built by the Roman emperor in the second century AD. Once home to reading rooms, lecture halls, and gardens, it was one of the grandest libraries of its time. Today, its marble columns and courtyards remind visitors that Athens’ connection to knowledge and public learning stretches back thousands of years.

Internationally acclaimed musician and oud virtuoso Haig Yazdjian returns to the stage of Theatre of the NO for a special concert on Saturday, October 18th  at 22:30, in an evening full of melodies and sounds from the rich traditions of the East and the contemporary music scene.

Born in Syria with Armenian roots, Haig Yazdjian has established himself as one of the leading figures in world music. Uniquely blending traditional Eastern music with contemporary global influences, he has collaborated with top artists and is renowned for his mastery of the oud.

Joining him on stage are exceptional musicians: Giorgos Kontogiannis (lyra), Tasos Poulios (kanun), Yannis Kirimkiridis ( piano) and Thanos Chatzianagnostou (drums). Together, they will create a musical voyage full atmospheric musical explorations and emotional shifts, featuring new, unreleased compositions that promise the audience a truly unique musical experience.

Haig Yazdjian: oud

Giorgos Kontogiannis: lyra

Tasos Poulios: kanun

Yannis Kirimkiridis: piano

Thanos Hatzianagnostou: drums

Poster Design: Sotiria Bramou

Social Media: Nico Fytas

PR & Communication: Eleftheria Sakareli

The discussion, titled “Generation Sea: Innovation in Shipping”, will welcome university students and graduates from various institutions and aims to highlight how new technologies are redefining the future of the maritime industry while creating exciting opportunities for the next generation.

For the second consecutive year, the YES Forum is proud to be an official partner of Startup Greece Week and to host this thought-provoking discussion.

Together with distinguished professionals from the shipping sector, we’ll explore how technology and innovation are transforming the maritime landscape — shaping new careers, new skills, and new possibilities for young talent.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!

✔ 160+ makers
✔ DJ sets
✔ Street food & cocktails
✔ Free activities for kids & adults

Autumn means warm colors, crisp air, the first cozy sweaters… and, of course, our annual Fall Meet Market at Technopolis, on Saturday, October 25 & Sunday, October 26!

So instead of heading off for a 3 day weekend getaway, stick around in Athens because we’ve got something way more fun: a two-day celebration full of music, flavors, shopping, Halloween happenings, and surprises that will make the city feel like the ultimate getaway!

Join us for a festival of creativity, innovation, and local talent with over 160+ Greek brands – our timeless favorites alongside many newcomers – including designers, artists, collectors and small-scale producers.

Discover original ideas, well-designed clothing, unique accessories, one-of-a-kind jewelry, thoughtful home-deco, beauty & wellness products, local produce & foods, items for kids, vintage treasures, and much more.

Your love for vintage digging knows no bounds, and neither does ours! This year, we’ve added yet another vintage section to the two existing ones. You’ll find it inside the Machine-work venue, packed with unique pieces and treasures for every collector and vintage lover, with a fresh twist.

Of course, our irresistible street food from around the world, craft beers from local microbreweries, and signature cocktails from our bar will be there too. And because we love trying new things, this year The Meet Market is expanding its culinary palette even further!

Staying true to our motto, “First a Meet, then a Market,” all of the above will take place alongside back-to-back DJ sets, activities, and fun surprises for our younger visitors – completely free.

Just a few days before Halloween, we’re inspired by a spooky vibe, with lots of crafts and activities for our little friends to get them in the mood for the most “frightfully” fun celebration!

And make sure you stop by the Info Point to participate in the #BigRaffle, where 3 lucky winners will receive a basket full of gifts from our exhibitors!

We can’t wait to see you at our autumn gathering! Let’s fill Technopolis once again with colors, flavors, smiles, and our most unique energy!

#MakersLineup

Hand-Designer Clothes:

5pm, ADELIE PENGU, Anemuku, Bakayaro, Be Strong by Mo, BOK CHOY Athens, Born Backwards, Circle of Karma, Cotton Candy, DRU, Elli Papadaki, Galliadra_p, Hazelnut Streetwear, Hit the Road, Ifi Genius, Kadó Handmade, Line of View, Ovary Gang, Nerida, NIATA, nik’s, Razzmatazz, ΣυνARTησίες, The Spiral Project

Kids, Toys & Pets:

Aeikiniton, amilima, Cow Makes MOO, Funky Little Stuff, Happy Button store, Lemon Dreamz, Kóka Handmade, Mamma Cavolfiore, Mamuka, NOKNOK

Accessories:

Atotebug, ALEF, Curly Mary, I Love Bows, IF Project, KALTSA ΣΟΚ, LePlou, Misirloo, Molkano, MoMo Handcrafted, Oratia, THEARTIKOSHOP, The Feeddogs, Think Bricks, TIRAMISU

Jewelry:

ANKORIALIA, Chrisapiti, Diesblon, Evi Apostolou Jewelry, Giota Bibli, Giraffe, Freyja, Gooskoo jewelry, Have an Idea, Ilianne Jewelry, INÓ jewellery. Kilimi Jewellery, Kimothoe, Lizetta Fotoglou, Loveisall.store, Mademoiselle, Mikaro, Opseis jewellery, Paav Creations, Pennys Craft, Proof of Concept, Sisyphus, Sweetheart_mou, Teal Heart, Thyella Jewellery, Wood and Meraki, Xoutous

Mind, Body & Soul:

111ELIES, Aurora Art Project, Bee Naturalles, BETTER BE CANDLES, CalliopeShop, ERYA BOTANICA, Ethra Essentials, Kalliope’s Botanicals, Labora Essences, Lavandula, Melissafarm, My Curls, Myrtia Natural Cosmetics, Natural Soy Candles, Nymfes Cosmetics, Ofelima Skincare, Paper Boat Soaps & Candles, Soap n Goods, Soap Up Project, The Soaphouse, Wasteless Design

Vintage & Upcycled:

Anthophile Vintage, Cinderella Secondhand, Handpicked Cherries, Its Clofie, Jenny Blond, King Kong Vintage, Lilia in Love Vintage, Memorabilia Lovers, Nostalgw, OK Boomer, Path Vintage, The Emerald Hut, The Lost Kids Clothing, Thrift Me Hard, To Diskadiko



Art, Books & Home Deco:

Art Studio YiotaNt x Yoko Soy Candles, Cactus DNA, CREaTE.CRETE, Curious Attic, Danaismouart x Labeldone, EleniPal Ceramics, Evie On Off, Inlenso Photography, Ioulia Geraskli Ceramic Lab, Κουμπάκι, Favlos Kyklos, Gullmai Ceramics, Little Stone Studio, Logolady Studio, LOUPES PRINTING, Made by Tifi, Meli Ceramics, MyRuggedBox, Paperlocs., Picchio Woodworking, ΠΟΛΥ ΚΟΥΛ, Redy., The Couple Game, The Signature Project, Village Tree Ceramics, Vintage Trip

Tasting Corner:

Αγρόκτημα Δρόσου, Άγρια Νομή, Aithra Spirits, Ανάγνου Ζυμαρικά, APO KARDIAS OLIVE OIL, Αχταρμάς, ΓΕΥΣΕΙΣ ΝΙΚΕΖΗ, Οικογένεια Δασκαλάκη, Kakau Worship, Mountain People, Penelope’s Marmalade, ΣάΟΣ, Vlachos Deli

Street Food & Drinks:

Falafeladiko, Holy Llama, Hurry Up, Ideas Lab, KYKAO Handcrafted, rubik’s laboratoire, Sourmena Brew, Tarantino burgers, The Meet Market Bar, Wowchi

Parallel Activites

Saturday 25/10

13:00 - 16:00 | for kids | Face-painting with Moutzoures
13:00 - 16:00 | for kids | PAIZONTAS
16:00 - 17:00 | for all | Doundoun Dance workshop with Dafni Asimakopoulou
17:00 - 18:30 | or kids | Bubble and Juggling Show with Fundastick Performing Arts 

Sunday 26/10

13:00 -16:00 | for kids | Face-painting with Moutzoures
14:00 - 15:00 | for kids | Halloween crafts
15:00 - 16:00 | for kids | Gardening for kids 
16:00 - 17:00 | for kids | Magic Show with Magic Tolto

DJ Lineup

Saturday 25.10.2025

12:00 - 14:00: Rrose Sélavy
14:00 - 16:00: Afrogirl
16:00 - 18:00: Paul Spymania
18:00 - 20:00: Giorgos Garavellos
20:00 - 22:00: Dr. Orange

Sunday 26.10.2025

12:00 - 14:00: djk_aka_zegas
14:00 - 16:00: Pipidee
16:00 - 18:00: Vber
18:00 - 20:00: dj kotétrataté
20:00 - 22:00: MIghtymos

The Athens English Comedy Club is thrilled to be running its 7th year of shows!

Experienced acts and exciting newcomers share the stage, presenting their best material, always in English.

Ιt'll be a mix of everything! A potluck of comedy! Colourful, comedic chaos!

In the last 6 years, the Athens English Comedy Club has hosted lineup shows, open mic shows, online competitions, and comedy workshops, with *130* local and international comedians from *29 countries*.

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Date: Sunday January 25th

Time: 21:00 (Doors open 20:40)

MC: Dimitris Dimopoulos

Tickets:

€8 super early-bird
€10 early-bird
€12 general admission
€15 at the door

🎭 €5 for actors (box-office only, with an active Greek Actors Union ID. Email/phone reservation required)

We also offer 3 free tickets per show to persons with disabilities or unemployed persons (email/phone reservation required).

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Come and laugh! Nay! Come and chortle. Or better yet, guffaw!

We are an international nursery and kindergarten in Voula seeking a native English – speaking or bilingual (English/Greek) Early Years Teacher to work with children aged 3 to 6 years.

Full-time or part-time position available.

Send your CV: info@peterpanschool.gr

Haris Tsalpara returns to the stage of THEATRE OF THE NO, on Saturday, October 11th  at 21:30. With her expressive voice and unique musical approach, she creates a world that blends the traditional with the contemporary, offering a musical experience that transcends conventional structures.

Her first solo album–book “Anadysi” is an innovative work that combines Eastern modality with electronic elements, delivering a musical journey beyond ordinary forms. It includes 6 spoken word poems and 7 songs, with texts, lyrics, and music written by Tsalpara herself. The work explores profound themes such as entropy, rebirth, and the perception of time.

Her music forms a fascinating sonic mosaic, weaving together traditional motifs, trip-hop, beats, noise, and baroque elements. The constant transformation of the soundscapes goes beyond the usual “verse-chorus” structure, offering a freer and more dynamic musical experience. The evening unfolds in two parts: In the first, the audience will journey through the texts and songs of “Anadysi”, discovering Haris Tsalpara’s unique musical world. In the second part, the music turns into a celebration with beloved folk, rebetiko, and traditional songs we all know, sing, or dance to. A unique experience where new and old songs, innovative sounds, and familiar melodies coexist.

A unique group art exhibition, “Athenogates”, opens at Andie Art Gallery on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at 19:00, supporting Dorotea’s Cats Rescue, a volunteer initiative dedicated to rescuing, caring for, and finding homes for stray cats, founded by Dorotea Merkouri.

Curated by art historian Annita Patsouraki, the exhibition features paintings, sculptures, ceramics, jewelry, and decorative works inspired by the animal world and the harmonious relationship between humans and animals. As Patsouraki notes, the artworks blend realism, abstraction, and symbolism to emphasize the importance of care, responsibility, and respect for all living creatures.

With the motto “We Love Animals – We Love Life”, the show highlights the mysterious and enchanting world of cats, as well as the broader animal kingdom, encouraging empathy and action for animal welfare. The exhibition aims to combine artistic creation with tangible support for animals, promoting awareness, compassion, and adoption.

About Dorotea Merkouri

Greek-Italian actress and Italian cuisine author, Dorotea has been devoted to stray animals since her youth. Upon returning to Greece, she intensified her efforts, founding Dorotea’s Cats Rescue, coordinating daily rescues, medical care, sterilizations, and adoptions across Athens. Since 2020 (and more intensively from 2022), her team of volunteers and veterinarians has helped over 150 cats, overseeing 120 sterilizations and facilitating 35 adoptions.

Dorotea emphasizes that in Greece, where state support for stray animals is limited, volunteer action is both a responsibility and a duty for everyone.

Crete steps into the spotlight of international sports once again, this time hosting the prestigious CEV Beach Volley European Cup Final from November 6 to 9 at TUI Magic Life Candia Maris, member of the Metaxa Hospitality Group, in Heraklion.

The tournament promises thrilling matches and high-level action, bringing together top European teams on the sand. At the same time, it boosts sports tourism and showcases Crete on an international level. The tournament is part of the official international calendar and is held under the auspices of the European Volleyball Confederation (CEV), with the co-organization of the Region of Crete, the Hellenic Volleyball Federation, the Municipality of Malevizi, and Metaxa Hospitality Group.

European Cup is an interclub European competition where clubs from various countries represent their national championships on the international stage. Participation is based on the teams’ performance in their domestic leagues, which are officially recognized by the Confederation. The men’s and women’s teams that will compete in the tournament’s qualifying stage have already been confirmed.

The full list of qualifiers includes teams from the following 24 national federations: Azerbaijan, Armenia, England, Austria, Belgium, Northern Ireland, France, Georgia, Spain, Italy, Netherlands, Hungary, Ukraine, Croatia, Lithuania, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Slovenia, Switzerland, Czech Republic, and Turkey. The vast majority of national federations will participate with both genders, while Armenia, Czech Republic, England, Netherlands, and Switzerland will only compete in the men’s category. Lithuania, on the other hand, will participate exclusively in the women’s category.

Specifically, the champion team Azerrail from Azerbaijan returns to the European stage aiming to defend the historic double-title win achieved last year in Montpellier. The Greek club 4 Sports Club Athens, representing our country, has already secured its place in the final stage. The remaining finalists, seven clubs per gender, will emerge from the qualifying phase. This is scheduled for late September and early October, with the venues and group compositions to be announced early next week.

The hosting of European Cup in Crete is expected to bring significant benefits at both local and national levels. The presence of athletes, coaches, and fans from around the world will boost tourism, extending the tourist season and creating demand for hospitality, dining, and transportation. At the same time, the international promotion of the country highlights Greece as a top sports tourism destination and strengthens its ability to host more international sporting events.

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Watch the official teaser video of the event HERE!

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TUI Magic Life Candia Maris and Metaxa Hospitality Group reaffirm their commitment to sports tourism, offering the infrastructure, expertise, and experience required to host high-level international events such as the CEV European Cup, following the successful organization of the Nations Cup in May. With the support of the Region of Crete, the Hellenic Volleyball Federation, and the Municipality of Malevizi, Crete proves its capability to host top-tier European sporting events, positioning the island as a global destination for sports tourism.

Another major beach volleyball event comes to Greece, and it would not have been possible without the contribution of Technical Director Vangelis Polimeropoulos through the Best Sports Marketing Agency in Greece, ActiveMedia Group.