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Monday, 12 November 2018 13:20
Sweat Athens By Alice Potts - Onassis Cultural Center
Artist and recent Royal College of Art Graduate, Alice Potts states: “One day we will be able to grow our own accessories on our skin” while she exhibits in the Onassis Stegi crystalline accessories created by the sweat of dancers and athletes.
Sweat is an excretion of chemicals related to heat, passion, a reaction, a thermo regulation. A bodily fluid as yet un-examined through the eyes of Fashion or Art, Alice Potts has created an aesthetic exploration touching on the chemistry, and the beauty of this entropy. She will take her Masters’ collection of crystalline accessories from dancers and athletes and present them in a curated show by Starvos Karelis in her first moment as an Onassis fellow during the Athens Biennale in November of this year.
“One day we will be able to grow our own accessories on our skin.” Alice stated in conversation with Sarah Mower and so Alice Potts, a recent Royal College of Art Graduate, taught by Zowie Broach, now begins her fellowship programme for the Onassis Foundation.
The main focus of the work will look at the confluence of Fashion, Science and the human body. A poetry of the human fluids, sweat as art, she will begin to further study the human sporting anatomy, both inside and outside led naturally, by the history of Athens, the origins of the Olympian, the body full of blood, the maths of the sweat, that passion and examination of those extraordinary feats of athletic endeavour in a city, within our world, where the sporting, social and cultural high-lights all began.
During the Athens Biennale, Alice will present the work showcasing an alternate future of design and will be the starting point of exploring a deeper connection of her work aiming to create a new alternative and sustainable set of opportunities during her Onassis Fellowship.
Exhibition Opening: November 13th - 19:00 p.m.
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Monday, 18 January 2021 07:00
Where To Enjoy The Most Amazing Views In Athens
When you set off to discover Athens, you will be surprised by the amount of amazing vantage points the city has to offer. Due to its unique geography, Athens offers a number of places to visit and take-in the extraordinary views over the city and all the way to the sea! Get ready to feel on the top of the world at one of our favorite viewpoints in Athens.
The Acropolis
The Acropolis, Athens’ eternal landmark, offers some of the most extraordinary views in the city. Standing proudly on a high hill, the Acropolis is the most visited landmark in Athens-not only for its historical importance but also for the bird’s eye views to the city below. The Acropolis may be a rather predictable choice, however, it is the most stunning location in Athens if not in the whole of Greece.
The Acropolis, Athens’ eternal landmark, offers some of the most extraordinary views in the city. Standing proudly on a high hill, the Acropolis is the most visited landmark in Athens-not only for its historical importance but also for the bird’s eye views to the city below. The Acropolis may be a rather predictable choice, however, it is the most stunning location in Athens if not in the whole of Greece.
Mount Lycabettus
Lycabettus is the highest peak in Athens and an iconic landmark of the city. At 300 meters above sea level it offers unsurpassed views of the city; on a clear day, you can see the island of Aegina shimmering in the horizon. The top of the hill can be reached by foot, but the easiest way to get there is via the cable car that runs every half hour from the station on Aristippou street. Mount Lycabettus is home to the picturesque chapel of St. George, a restaurant, and an open air theater. The views from the hill are particularly amazing at night time!
Lycabettus is the highest peak in Athens and an iconic landmark of the city. At 300 meters above sea level it offers unsurpassed views of the city; on a clear day, you can see the island of Aegina shimmering in the horizon. The top of the hill can be reached by foot, but the easiest way to get there is via the cable car that runs every half hour from the station on Aristippou street. Mount Lycabettus is home to the picturesque chapel of St. George, a restaurant, and an open air theater. The views from the hill are particularly amazing at night time!
Philopappou Hill
Named after the monument of Philoppapos that was discovered in the area, this hill captures Greek history, ancient and modern in a single image. Walking up the marble paved path and you will pass the tiny church of St. Dimitrios Loumbardiaris and The Shrine of the Muses which is cut into the rock just below the hill’s summit. From the top of the you’ll be able to take some amazing pictures of the Parthenon, the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, the Acropolis Museum, and the Athens Observatory. The hill is surrounded by a beautiful park and is a favorite kite drifting spot on the Greek Kathara Deytera - Clean Monday holiday.
Named after the monument of Philoppapos that was discovered in the area, this hill captures Greek history, ancient and modern in a single image. Walking up the marble paved path and you will pass the tiny church of St. Dimitrios Loumbardiaris and The Shrine of the Muses which is cut into the rock just below the hill’s summit. From the top of the you’ll be able to take some amazing pictures of the Parthenon, the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, the Acropolis Museum, and the Athens Observatory. The hill is surrounded by a beautiful park and is a favorite kite drifting spot on the Greek Kathara Deytera - Clean Monday holiday.
Other excellent places to savor awe-inspiring views of central Athens are: Strefi Hill near Exarhia, the Athens National Observatory on Nymphon Hill, and Areopagus Hill near the Acropolis. If you have some extra time on your hands we highly recommend taking the short trip to the floodlit Temple of Poseidon in Sounion to watch the sun set into the Saronic Gulf and the moon rising up over the sea!
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Monday, 12 November 2018 07:00
The 36th Athens Authentic Marathon Ends With Great Success
The 36th Athens Authentic Marathon was held with great success yesterday, November 11th. This year the race brought together more than 55,000 runners from 106 countries. The 42,195m race is more than just a sporting event, it’s a tribute to Greek history, human willpower, solidarity, friendship, and social responsibility. A total of 18,70 runners took part in the historic Marathon race, while thousands joined the 3 & 5 & 10 kilometer road races, the kids' fun runs, and the Special Olympics Hellas Fun Run.
It was a great day for Kenyan runners since both the mens and womens marathon races were won by Kenyan nationals. Brimin Kipkorir won the mens Marathon in 2 hours, 10 minutes, 56 seconds and Shelmith Muriuki of won the womens race in 2 hours, 36 minutes, 46 seconds.
The Marathon area is of great historical significance, as it was the site of the famous Marathon battle that took place in 490 BC. After the battle was won by the Greeks, a soldier named Pheidippides was sent to Athens to deliver the news. Pheidippides ran all the way to Athens and managed to say, "We have won," before he collapsed and died. That was the first marathon in history and to this day the runners of the Athens Authentic Marathon follow the exact same route.
'The legend continues. Each year the Athens Marathon gets better and better,' said Paco Borao, President of AIMS, the Association of International Marathons and Distance Races, at the press conference for the 'Athens Marathon. The Authentic.'
The city of Athens looks forward to welcoming even more runners from around the world for the Athens Authentic Marathon in 2019!
Photo Credit: @chromecabrio
The city of Athens looks forward to welcoming even more runners from around the world for the Athens Authentic Marathon in 2019!
Photo Credit: @chromecabrio
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Friday, 09 November 2018 10:01
Canadian Film Screening~ The Canadian Institute In Greece
“Rumble: The Indians Who Rocked the World”
This award-winning Canadian documentary profiles the impact of Indigenous musicians in Canada and the United States on the development of popular music (blues, jazz, folk, pop, rock, heavy metal). Artists profiled include Charley Patton, Mildred Bailey, Link Wray, Jimi Hendrix, Jesse Ed Davis, Stevie Salas, Buffy Sainte-Marie, Robbie Robertson, Randy Castillo, Taboo and others.
The title of the film is a reference to the pioneering instrumental "Rumble", released in 1958 by the American group Link Wray & His Ray Men. The instrumental piece was very significant for many artists. The film features many influential musicians who discuss the musical contributions of Indigenous artists, including commentaries from Quincy Jones, George Clinton, Taj Mahal, Martin Scorsese, John Trudell, Steven Tyler, Marky Ramone, Slash, Iggy Pop, Buddy Guy and others.
This award-winning Canadian documentary profiles the impact of Indigenous musicians in Canada and the United States on the development of popular music (blues, jazz, folk, pop, rock, heavy metal). Artists profiled include Charley Patton, Mildred Bailey, Link Wray, Jimi Hendrix, Jesse Ed Davis, Stevie Salas, Buffy Sainte-Marie, Robbie Robertson, Randy Castillo, Taboo and others.
The title of the film is a reference to the pioneering instrumental "Rumble", released in 1958 by the American group Link Wray & His Ray Men. The instrumental piece was very significant for many artists. The film features many influential musicians who discuss the musical contributions of Indigenous artists, including commentaries from Quincy Jones, George Clinton, Taj Mahal, Martin Scorsese, John Trudell, Steven Tyler, Marky Ramone, Slash, Iggy Pop, Buddy Guy and others.
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Friday, 09 November 2018 00:29
Athens Innovation Festival 2018
A celebration of innovation and entrepreneurship!
During November 12-14, Zappeion becomes the ultimate meeting point for businesses, startups, universities, private and public institutions.
Two days devoted to innovation and technological developments and opportunities to learn everything you need to know regarding education, networking and dynamic synergies.
Representatives from emerging and acclaimed businesses, investors, researchers, academics and government agencies will be present through interactive discussions, workshops, parallel presentations, and interviews.
Exhibitors from the most emerging industries, from agri-food and health, to fitech and e-commerce, come to showcase next-big-things and bring with them all the experience and know-how.
Top companies that generate value, create jobs and have a significant footprint and outside of Greece come to meet promising startups.
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Thursday, 08 November 2018 07:00
4 Ancient Greek Statues Unearthed Near The Town Of Atalanti
The Ministry of Culture announced that 4 ancient statues were discovered in a field in Atalanti, central Greece, last week. Archaeologists began excavation works in the area in late October, after a local farmer discovered the torso of an ancient statue in his field. The excavation brought to light a collection of important relics, namely, 4 life-sized statues of nude young men (also known as Kouroi), 7 graves, and a statue pedestal dating back to the 5th-2nd centuries BC.
The town of Atalanti has been inhabited since antiquity and is the capital of the Locris province, where the ancient city of Opus once stood. Archaeologists suggest that an ancient cemetery may located around the area where the statues were discovered and believe that it is likely to be the cemetery of the ancient city of Opus.
To read this article in full, please visit: Greek Travel Pages
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Tuesday, 06 November 2018 17:00
Athens Wins The 2018 European Capital Of Innovation Award
A great day for the city of Athens, as it was announced as the winner of the 2018 European Capital of Innovation Award! Recognizing our city's extraordinary accomplishments, the European Commission awarded Athens with this prestigious title and a €1 million prize. Together with 5 other European cities, Athens was shortlisted for the award after implementing innovative solutions to social challenges throughout the past year.
Carlos Moedas, European Commissioner for Research, Science and Innovation, who announced the winner said: “Cities are beacons of innovation. They act like magnets for talent, for capital, for opportunity. With the European Capital of Innovation 2018, we reward the cities that go the extra mile to test new ideas, technologies and ways to make citizens heard in the way their city has changed. Athens stands out as an example that a city facing many challenges can achieve great things. Through innovation, Athens has found new purpose to turn around the economic and social crisis. It is proof that it’s not the difficulties, but how you raise yourself above them that matters.”
Well done, Athens!
Carlos Moedas, European Commissioner for Research, Science and Innovation, who announced the winner said: “Cities are beacons of innovation. They act like magnets for talent, for capital, for opportunity. With the European Capital of Innovation 2018, we reward the cities that go the extra mile to test new ideas, technologies and ways to make citizens heard in the way their city has changed. Athens stands out as an example that a city facing many challenges can achieve great things. Through innovation, Athens has found new purpose to turn around the economic and social crisis. It is proof that it’s not the difficulties, but how you raise yourself above them that matters.”
Well done, Athens!
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Wednesday, 24 October 2018 13:31
Democrats Abroad Greece Plans U.S. Election Watch Party
The American elections scheduled for Tuesday, November 6th, will determine the legislative course the USA will follow; Democrats Abroad Greece (DAGR) will be watching the contests across the 50 states, with senatorial and congressional seats pushing citizens to the polls.
DAGR will host a “virtual” party as a Facebook event to check in to and follow races in each state. The Election Watch Party will begin at 10 pm on November 6th and conclude at 12 Noon on Wednesday, November 7th. Because of the 7-hour time difference on the East Coast and 10 hours with the West Coast, winners will not begin to be announced in the U.S. until at least 2 am Greek time, when the polls officially close at 7pm Eastern Standard Time.
For the virtual watch party click HERE!
By November 2nd more than 25 million registered voters had cast their ballot; these ballots have been cast through absentee voting, early voting or mail-in voting. Members of DAGR cast their ballots using the absentee ballot method by postal mail or in states where it is permitted, electronic form.
For more than 30 years US citizens living in Greece have the right to vote by absentee ballot. Democrats Abroad Greece is registered as an official non-profit organization. Democrats Abroad is the official Democratic Party arm for the millions of Americans living outside the United States. The organization strives to provide Americans abroad a Democratic voice in the US government and elect Democratic candidates by mobilizing the overseas vote.
Democrats Abroad has more than 60 country committees throughout Europe, the Americas, the Middle East, Africa and Asia. These country committees keep Americans abroad informed of their rights and help them participate in the U.S. political process. Members live in more than 190 countries around the globe and vote in every state and Congressional district in the U.S.
Democrats Abroad is recognized as a "state" party by the Democratic National Committee (DNC) and is represented on the DNC by eight voting members, as well as at the quadrennial Democratic National Convention.
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Tuesday, 06 November 2018 07:00
Campaign To Save Traditional Greek Boats
The Regional Authority of the Southern Aegean has joined forces with the Traditional Boat Association of Greece, Kathimerini, and Skai TV in launching the #saivekaikia campaign. The campaign aims to raise public awareness about the importance of safeguarding Greece’s seafaring heritage and traditions.
The issue of traditional fishing boats dates back to 1996, when fishermen where required to forfeit their licences and destroy their boats, resulting in thousands of traditional boats ending up in landfills. According to the Traditional Boat Association, more than 12,500 traditional boats have been destroyed over the past 20 years.
The governor of Southern Aegean, Giorgos Hatzimarkos hopes to salvage boats from the scrapyard and create incentives for saving traditional vessels. On the other hand, the Traditional Boat Association has repeatedly suggested allowing boat owners to transform their vessels into recreational boats or to sell them for private use, in order to safeguard Greece’s maritime legacy.
To read the article in full, please visit: ekathimerini
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Sunday, 04 November 2018 00:46
Greek National Opera Alternative Stage Piano Festival
For a second year, the GNO Alternative Stage Piano Festival, in collaboration with the Thessaloniki Piano Festival, revisits a theme that has determined the course of “the king of instruments” over the 20th century: Piano & Jazz. The Festival's inclusive programme comprises five recitals by outstanding soloists with an international career and two major concerts dedicated to the top jazz composer, George Gershwin.
While the triumphant advent of jazz led it to appropriate piano as its main instrument, an opposite influence became manifest on the composers of intellectual music. Impressed by the dynamism of the new folk music idiom, intellectual music composers quickly integrated the harmonic and rhythmic elements of jazz into their compositions, breathing thus new life into classical music.
The 2018 GNO Alternative Stage Piano Festival will centre both on the jazz-influenced repertoire of intellectual music composers, and on jazz pianists who will present their own personal approach to the classical piano repertoire. The festival's two main concerts constitute a tribute to the work for piano and orchestra of one of the greatest 20th-century American composers, George Gershwin. Starting from some of Gershwin's most popular compositions such as the Rhapsody in Blue and the Concert in F, an osmosis of the classical repertoire with the jazz culture and improvisation will be attempted.
The Festival's parallel actions include a three-day masterclass with members of the Piandaemonium ensemble, afternoon concerts of up-and-coming soloists, as well as concerts of young artists that will be selected through auditions.
Dates: 6, 7, 13, 20, 21, 24, 25 November 2018
Dates: 6, 7, 13, 20, 21, 24, 25 November 2018
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