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CINEDOC Presents: The Goals Of August
The Goals of August is a kaleidoscope of events, incidents, and moments from the everyday life of a village in southern Pindos during an improvised football tournament. The purpose of the documentary is to create, through observation, an “impressionistic” portrait of a small community as it comes alive in the summer — a portrait filled with both light and shadow, charm and, at times, unease. Despite its contradictions, it remains unexpectedly vivid and authentic, showing how a small community may stand nearly empty for most of the year, yet its spirit endures.
ATHENS – Danaos Cinema
Q&A following the screening with director Dimitris Koutsiabasakos, director of photography and editor Giorgos Fleggas, and Sotiris Tsoukarelis, Head of Social Innovation at Ta Psila Vouna.
Q&A to follow with director Dimitris Koutsiabasakos. The discussion will be moderated by Orestis Istikopoulos, sports journalist, and Alexandros Papageorgiou, film critic (Luben).
Q&A to follow with director Dimitris Koutsiabasakos and members of the Shedia Street Magazine team.
Q&A to follow with director Dimitris Koutsiabasakos.
Q&A to follow with director Dimitris Koutsiabasakos. The discussion will be moderated by Giannis Kantea-Papadopoulos, film critic (Athinorama).
Q&A to follow with director Dimitris Koutsiabasakos.
Q&A to follow with director Dimitris Koutsiabasakos. The discussion will be moderated by Makis Papasimakopoulos, radio producer and podcaster.
Saturday 8 & Sunday 9 November | 17:15
With the presence of director Dimitris Koutsiabasakos.
Wednesday 15 October | 19:00
With the presence of director Dimitris Koutsiabasakos.
Tickets available at the cinema box office and online HERE!
From 16 to 22 October | Daily at 19:30 & 21:30
The screening on October 16 will take place in the presence of director Dimitris Koutsiabasakos.
Friday 17 October | 20:00
With the presence of director Dimitris Koutsiabasakos.
Saturday 25 October 2025 | 20:00
With the presence of director Dimitris Koutsiabasakos.
Tickets available at ENTEKA – Digital Printing
More information HERE!
The Libraries Of Athens: Where History & Knowledge Meet
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.
How To Master The Greek Language
Learning Greek can feel daunting, but with the right approach, you can not only understand it but truly master it. Greek is a rich and intricate language, and its beauty lies in its logic; once you start seeing patterns, everything begins to make sense. Here’s a roadmap to help you dive deeper.
1. Understand Greek Verbs and Their Core Themes
Greek verbs are built from core stems (themes) which form the basis for all their conjugations. Knowing these stems allows you to predict forms rather than memorize them blindly.
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Example: φεύγω (“I leave”) has two stems: φεύγ and φυγ.
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From φεύγ you get: φεύγω (present), φεύγοντας (leaving), θα φεύγω (I will be leaving)
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From φυγ you get: έφυγα (I left), φύγε! (imperative form “leave!”)
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Another example: έρχομαι (“to come”)
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Present: έρχομαι
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Imperative: έλα (“come here!”)
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Future: θα έρθω (“I will come”)
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Once you see these stems, even forms that look completely different at first become logical. This is one of the most powerful tricks for mastering Greek verbs.
2. Learn the Origins of Words
Greek words are often built from smaller roots. Understanding the stem can unlock the meaning of many related words. For example:
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Καλημέρα = καλός (good) + ημέρα (day)
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From ημέρα, we also get: ημερολόγιο (diary), ημερομηνία (date), ενημέρωση (update/informing), ημερήσιος(daily), even Ημεροβίγλι, the famous Santorinian village.
By tracing words back to their roots, you start noticing connections across vocabulary that make memorization easier and usage more intuitive.
3. Don’t Stay on the Surface
Many learners stop at basic phrases or vocabulary, but Greek truly starts to make sense when you dig deeper. Explore etymology, verb stems, and sentence structure. Once you understand the logic, you’ll see why forms exist, how sentences are built, and how words relate to each other.
4. Pay Attention to Nouns and Adjectives
Greek nouns are conjugated (declined) according to case, number, and gender, and adjectives follow the same patterns.
Example: Understanding how ο άντρας (the man/the husband) changes in different cases also helps you know how adjectives describing it will change.
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If άντρας is the subject of the sentence, we use the nominative case.
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If άντρας is the object, we use the accusative case.
For example:
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“I called my husband” → Πήρα τον άντρα μου (here, άντρας is the object → accusative: τον άντρα).
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“My husband called me” → Ο άντρας μου με πήρε (here, άντρας is the subject → nominative: ο άντρας).
Knowing these cases is essential for constructing correct and natural sentences in Greek.
5. Pronouns Are Key
Pronouns in Greek are powerful and often appear in shortened forms. Knowing them will make your sentences make sense and sound natural.
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Example: Πάρε με = “Take me.” Here, με is the short form of εμένα.
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Example: Πες μου = “Tell me.” We use μου instead of saying σε εμένα.
Recognizing these forms allows you to understand and speak Greek like a native, rather than piecing it together word by word.
Haig Yazdjian Quintet Live At Theatre Of The No
YES To Smart Shipping
Key topics include:
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Digitalization, Big Data & AI: How emerging technologies are reshaping careers in shipping.
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Tech-driven careers: How the industry can attract young professionals passionate about technology.
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Skills of the future: What young people need to thrive in the maritime world of tomorrow.
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Cybersecurity, Blockchain & Digital Ecosystems: Tools that enhance safety, transparency, and efficiency.
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The human factor & technology: Striking the right balance between human expertise and digital advancement.
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Innovation & entrepreneurship: How companies can encourage youth-led innovation and entrepreneurship in shipping.
The Meet Market #FallEdition At Technopolis
✔ DJ sets
✔ Street food & cocktails
✔ Free activities for kids & adults
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!
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.
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.
#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
Athens English Comedy Club - January 25th Show
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!
€8 super early-bird
€10 early-bird
€12 general admission
€15 at the door
Native English-Speaking/Bilingual Teacher (Early Years)
Haris Tsalpara “Anadysi… and other stories” at Theatre Of The No
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.
Athenogates — Art for Animal Welfare
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.
