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GREEK COMMUNITY
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Tuesday 4
May, 7.15pm
Ionian Islands and Epirus, a Cultural History Book launch organised
by the Hellenic Centre, Ionian Society and Signal Books, Oxford. Drawing a
mosaic portrait of the Ionian Islands and special places of interest in
Epirus, author Jim Potts focuses on the landscapes, traditions, legends and
special historical events that have appealed most strongly to the
imagination of writers, travellers and residents. Free entry but please
confirm attendance on 020 7563 9835 or
press@helleniccentre.org
Venue: - Friends Room, Hellenic Centre |
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5 May to Thursday 27 May
Light of Day A first solo exhibition of oil paintings celebrating
colour and light by Elly Hadjipateras. Private view on Wednesday 5 May,
6-9pm. Please contact 020 7487 5060 for opening hours.
Venue:-
Friends Room, Hellenic Centre |
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12 May, 7.15pm
Merchants, Princes and Painters; the Texture of Silks Represented
in Paintings from Duccio to Holbein An illustrated lecture in English by
Lisa Monnas, FSA exploring the way in which 14th to mid 16th Century silks
from Florence, Genoa, Lucca and Venice were depicted in the art of the
period, beginning with the paintings of Duccio and ending with those of Hans
Holbein the Younger. Organised by the Hellenic Centre. Free entry but please
confirm attendance on 020 7563 9835 or
press@helleniccentre.org
Venue: –
Great Hall, Hellenic Centre |
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15 May, 8pm to 1am
An Eptanisian Pirates Cruise on the Thames with kantades, dancing,
music and fashion show. Organised by the Ionian Society. Departure from
Westminster Pier; dress: pirates or black tie. Tickets £90, students £70.
Further information and bookings on 020 7589 2371, 020 8579 3459,
maria@andipa.com or
anastasia@conceptconsultants.co.uk |
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Monday 17
May, 6.30pm to 8pm
Private Preview of May Greek Sale at Bonhams for Hellenic Centre
Members A guided talk in Greek by the team from Bonhams, Athens around
the sale due to start on 18 May. The pictures will be put in the context of
the wider Greek Art Market and works by Lytras, Fassianos, Tsarouchis,
Bouzianis, Gkikas, Jacobides, Kessanlis and Maleas will be singled out for
discussion. Maximum number of participants 30. Please confirm attendance on
020 7487 5060; reservations on first come first served basis.
Venue: Bonhams, 101 New Bond Street, London W1 |
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19 May, 7.30pm
Smyrna... Paradise Lost An illustrated lecture by Giles Milton on the
most cosmopolitan city of Ottoman Turkey, its glory and terrible end, based
on research for his acclaimed book. Organised by Ilya Haritakis for London
Hellenic Society. Free entry.
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