“Rings of Fire” Exhibition Opens at Hellenic Museum and Cultural Center

Chicago – The Hellenic Museum and Cultural Center is pleased to announce the opening of its new exhibit “Rings of Fire” by Olympic artist Euripides “Rip” Kastaris. The exhibition opened with a reception October 22 at the HMCC and will close January 4, 2009. Board member Endy Zemenides introduced Rip, thanking him for his collaboration with the museum.

Rip then spoke about his Olympic journey and the challenges along the way. Close friend John-Andrew Kambanis, 2002 Greek bobsled team, spoke about the poster Rip created for the inaugural Greek team, which began Rip’s Olympic art experience.

“Rings of Fire” tells the story of one Hellenic-American’s creative journey from Athens to Beijing in documents, video, and photographs.

A Night in the Kouzina Chef tastings Event
September 18, 2008



“A Night in the Kouzina” Chef Tastings event took place on Thursday, September 18 at the beautiful River East Art Center with over 400 attendees. The event was chaired by Ted Diamantis of Diamond Importers with the skilled assistance of the Museum’s Kouzina Committee.

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Autum Gala
October 26th, 2008
The Ritz Carlton Hotel



Chicago – The Hellenic Museum and Cultural Center’s Autumn Gala “Passing the Torch from Athens to Chicago” proved a huge success Sunday evening. Co-Chairman Endy Zemenides celebrated at the end of the event calling it “a million dollar night.”

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