Welcome to the
Panchiaki Korais Society
of New York
Where Greek Heritage meets American Commitment
The Panchiaki Korais Society Of New York is a philanthropic organization of descendants from the island of Chios, Greece.
We are a chapter of and proudly associate with the CHIOS SOCIETIES OF THE AMERICAS & CANADA who perpetuate and celebrate our rich heritage throughout the Americas.
Chios Legacy Gala
We celebrated the Panchiaki Korais Society’s 113th anniversary at our newly rebranded Chios Legacy Gala: Honoring Heritage, Empowering Minds. This special event took place on Saturday, January 11, 2025 at Leonard's Palazzo in Great Neck, New York.
The Chios Legacy Gala highlights our enduring commitment to preserving the rich traditions and history of Chios. Together, we aim to inspire and educate our members, ensuring the legacy of Chios thrives for future generations.
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“Journey and Reflections on Chios, and its Profound International Legacy” Panel Discussion
Peter Gerazounis, P.E., Senior Principal and COO of MG Engineering and President of the Panchiaki “Korais” Society of New York participated in this Webinar Panel Discussion on Sunday, November 17, 2024. The panel discussion was introduced and moderated by Lou Katsos EMBCA’s President and also included Mayor Giannis Malafis of Chios, Author/ Writer/ Educator Aggeliki Mastromichalaki, PHD; Author/Writer/Clemson University Lecturer and EMBCA Director Alexander Billinis ; Markos Marinakis, CEO of Marinakis Chartering & Founder of the Kardamylian Foundation.
Commemoration of the Liberation of Chios
On November 10, 2024, The Panchiaki "Korais" Society co-hosted with the Chian Federation the 112th Anniversary of the Liberation of Chios. A memorial service and doxology was held following the liturgy at the Church of the Holy Resurrection, Brookville.
Afterward, a Cultural Event and Reception was held in the Church’s Fellowship Hall. with the keynote speaker, Dr. Angeliki Mastromichalaki presenting “The History of Chios Through the History of its Unique Kampos,” exploring the island’s path to freedom. An English-language discussion will follow. Marika Reynolds offered the presentation in English.
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Greek Independence Day Parade 2024
Chian pride shines bright as we celebrate 203 years of Greek Independence!
Honoring our heritage and the enduring spirit of freedom on April 14, 2024.
Happy Greek Independence!
Ζήτω η Ελλάδα!
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2024 Panchiaki Korais Society Educational Scholarship
We are excited to announce that we are renewing and expanding our scholarship program to including the Aristotle Mirones, Sr. Memorial Scholarship and the James Pantelidis Memorial Scholarship.
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112th Anniversary Dinner Dance
On January 20, 2024, we celebrated the 112th Anniversary of the Panchiaki "Korais" Society of New York at Leonard's Palazzo of Great Neck.
Discover Adamantios Korais
The Panchiaki "Korais" Society of New York is proud to have coordinated this presentation hosted by The Historic Central Public Library of Chios "Korais", Director Anna Chazari, and Angeliki Mastromichalaki.
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200 Year Anniversary / Commemoration of the Massacre of Chios of 1822 - June 11, 2022
Panchiaki Korais Society co-hosted the event with the Chian Federation and Chios Societies of America and Canada. A memorial service was held at Saint Demetrios in Astoria followed by a luncheon and presentation at the Chian Cultural Center in Astoria.
Peter Gerazounis, President of the Panchiaki Korais Society gives a presentation beginning with background leading up to 1822 including detailed and dramatic depictions of what unfolded in the months of March through June of that year, where three quarters of the island’s population was either slaughtered or enslaved, finishing with the outcome bringing us through present day.
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