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Shedia Home: A Hub For Employment, Empowerment, And Social Change
The anticipated launch of Shedia Home was announced last week. Shedia Home is run by the publishers of the Shedia street magazine which is sold on the streets by certified vendors from vulnerable social groups, guaranteeing them a decent income.
“It’s funny how a cliche can have such resonance, but it does. We’re open and we’re waiting for you!”
Shedia Home is a space that aims to become a hub of social innovation and to offer support to vulnerable residents of the Greek capital.
Located on the corner of Kolokotroni & Nikiou streets in the historic center, Shedia Home is an inspirational initiative and already one of the coolest spots in Athens. It is a multifunctional space, spread across its 4 floors you will find an art workshop, an exhibition hall, a store, a cafe-bar, and a restaurant. Awarded chef Lefteris Lazarou has designed a delicious menu while his associate Yiannis Yfantidis spent several months training the team of Shedia members on how to prepare the dishes perfectly.
Almost 30 people, many of whom were left homeless and without work at some point in their lives will be employed at Shedia Home. The objective, says Christos Alefantis, the magazine’s editor in chief, is to “energize, empower, train and create job opportunities for the poorest of the poor of this country.”
The primary donor for this great initiative is the Stavros Niarchos Foundation, alongside Tima Foundation, Visa Hellas, and Caritas.
To read this article in full, please visit: e-kathimerini.com
Visits To Greek Museums And Archaeological Sites Have Increased Significantly
The number of visitors to museums and archaeological sites in Greece rose by 15% and 8.8% respectively in February, according to data that was published by the Hellenic Statistical Authority (ELSTAT), last week.
Regarding museums, during the two first months of 2019, there was a 9.2% increase in visitors, an 8.5 % increase in free admissions, while revenues rose by 17.1%.
In archaeological sites, in February there was an 8.8% increase in visitors, a 20.5% hike in free admissions, and revenues grew by 7.2% compared to the same time last year.
To read this article in full, please visit: Greece-Is
Three Female Directors Make Their Epidaurus Festival Debut
The 2019 Epidaurus Festival premiered last Friday, June 21, with the successful performance of Oedipus by the highly acclaimed stage director, Robert Wilson.
This weekend June 28 &29 the National Theatre of Greece presents a bold, original concept; Oresteia, the only extant ancient drama trilogy is presented in Epidaurus in a single performance by three talented female directors in their Epidaurus debut, featuring a single cast and crew: Agamemnon by Io Voulgaraki, The Libation Bearers by Lilly Meleme, and The Eumenides by Georgia Mavragani.
Part 1: Agamemnon by Io Voulgaraki
In the first part of Aeschylus’ trilogy, King Agamemnon returns to Argos, shortly after the end of the Trojan War. Agamemnon triumphantly marches into the city and his palace, flaunting the Trojan princess and Apollo priestess Cassandra as his captive. Clytemnestra welcomes her husband, all pomp and circumstance. However, her enthusiasm conceals a deadly, well-orchestrated plan.
Part 2: The Libation Bearers by Lilly Meleme
In the second part of Aeschylus’ trilogy, Electra takes center stage, mourning her murdered father and obsessively anticipating the return of her brother, Orestes, her beacon of hope, with whom she plans to take revenge for Agamemnon.
Part 3: The Eumenides by Georgia Mavragani
The third part of the trilogy revolves around Orestes’ pursuit by the Furies and the holy trial he must submit himself to be acquitted. In this play, the Areopagus court is established, which is why it is often considered to be a foundational play of Athenian Democracy.
To learn more about the perfromance, please visit: Athens & Epidaurus Festival
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ACS Youth-to-Youth Educational & Social Integration Progams Ceremony 2018-2019
The Youth-to-Youth Programs are delivered by ACS Athens to unaccompanied refugee minors in collaboration with The HOME Project Organization, with the generous support of the Shapiro Foundation and IKEA Foundation. This academic year is the third year that the part-time and full-time Youth-to-Youth Programs are running, proving in action how educational institutions have the power to respond to the deep problems of today’s world and find reliable partners to do so.
For all participating students and faculty members, this event was a celebration of a year full of knowledge and friendships, a touching celebration of life moving forward. The students shared their experiences from being a part of the Youth-to-Youth programs, either as students or as volunteer teachers, both sides expressing the same thought: “we learned from each other, we learned from each other’s culture and history, we are friends for life.”
Performing dances, singing and smiling, the students shared their talents, dreams, and future aspirations together with their dedication to keeping up their hard work for their next steps in education.
The Director of Youth-to-Youth Educational and Social Integration Programs and Academy Vice Principal, Ms. Julia Tokatlidou hosted the ceremony and proudly introduced the exceptional young participants of the program, some of whom have started only a few months ago but are already part of the ACS Athens family.
The Youth-to-Youth Programs will continue making an impact and will keep growing. For the academic year 2019-2020, the Shapiro Foundation has granted 18 full-time scholarships in ACS Athens for the HOME Project children, securing the opportunity to continue their studies at a leading educational institution
Athens Railway Museum Relocates To Historical Building In Piraeus
The Athens Railway Museum has recently moved from the city center to a former train depot in Piraeus that dated back to 1912.
The depot, that is locally known as Rotonda, was chosen as the museum’s new home recently in an initiative of the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA) and the Railway Friends Association.
According to the Hellenic Railways Organization (OSE), the museum’s relocation to the historical building of Rotonda is the first step in an ambitious plan to promote the country’s rich railway heritage.
At the new railway museum, visitors can see old cars and engines dating back to the mid-1800, industrial and technical equipment, as well as a display of part of the company’s rich historical archive. Among the most impressive exhibits are the royal carriage, a carriage used by a sultan, and old tram cars.
To read this article in full, please visit: ekatimerini.com
Ancient Theater Comes Alive In 3 Prominent Athenian Locations
Starting on Friday, July 5, visitors to Athens will have the chance to experience ancient Greek theater at the Acropolis Museum, the Byzantine and Christian Museum, and the Ancient Agora. Named 'The Stones Speak' (Oi Petres Miloun), the program features a series of theater performances that aim to showcase Greek cultural heritage and blend Greek culture into tourism.
From July to October, a group of young actors will present world-class texts by Homer, Plato, Aristotle, Thucydides, Sophocles, and Aristophanes, every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 11:00 to 13:00. The performances will be carried out in French, English, and Greek.
The first performance will take place on July 5 at the Byzantine and Christian Museum. In September the performances will be held at the Ancient Agora and at the Acropolis Museum in October.
Admission to all events is free of charge.
To read this article in full, please visit: Greek Travel Pages
Greek Fossil Is Considered The Earliest Evidence Of Homo Sapiens Outside Africa
Scientists claim that the chunk of skull recovered from a cave in southern Greece is the earliest sign of the human species outside Africa. The fragments are estimated to be at least 210,000 years old, which indicates that our species began leaving Africa much earlier than previously thought.
The skull fossil was excavated in the late 1970s at the Apidima Cave in southern Peloponnese.
To establish the age, scientists analyzed bits of bone from the fossil; to identify what species it came from, they compared a virtual reconstruction to the shapes of fossils from known species.
According to Katerina Harvati, it’s not clear if scientists will be able to collect DNA or proteins from the fossil to verify its identity.
To read this article in full, please visit: Greece-Is.com
Free Yoga In The Park
Yoga helps coordinate physical movement and mental processes through gentle practice involving breathing, asana postures, and relaxation. Through soft, controlled breathing, participants gain peace of mind, self-control, and concentration, and develop positive thinking.
Participants should bring a yoga mat and wear comfortable clothes.
Admission is free on a first-come, first-served basis.
Schedule: Friday 19 July 2019 at19:00, Monday 22 July 2019 at 19:00, Tuesday 23 July 2019 at 08:00, Thursday 25 July 2019 at 08:00, Friday 26 July 2019 at 19:00, Monday 29 July 2019 at 19:00, and Tuesday 30 July 2019 at 08:00.
Source: snfcc.org
Deadline For Submitting Tax Returns Extended To July 29
Until now, 2.2 million tax returns have already been submitted online. Out of a total of 2.93 million statements, more than 334,000 indicate a tax rebate, nearly 1.8 million indicate a zero balance, and 790,000 show a debt to the state.
Article source: Naftemporiki.gr
Simple Ways To Keep Athens Clean
Clean Your Neighborhood
If you are interested in removing unwanted graffiti and tags in your neighborhood, contact the City of Athens' synAthina by email at synathina@athens.gr or by phone at 210 3464738.
Don't dump your old refrigerator, washer, cooker, or any other electrical appliance on the street. The City of Athens collects old appliances for special recycling. All you need to do is book a time slot through 1595, the municipality's 24 hour phone line.
Tie Up Garbage Bags
Please tie up garbage bags before putting them into the dumpster; this way, the sidewalks, and streets won't get dirty during garbage collection. Note: When placing recyclables into the blue recycling dumpsters bags don't need to be tied up.
Organize your Recyclables
Please organize your recycling at home. Putting your recyclable materials in different bags makes the process at the collection and sorting recycling plants a whole lot easier.
Don't Move The Dustbins
Please don't move the dustbins; this makes the cleaning, and garbage collection process much easier and more effective.
Originally Posted on City Of Athens
Translated by XpatAthens