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SUMMARY:Inuksuk: Light of the North in the Heart of Athens
DESCRIPTION:The Embassy of Canada invites you to a special celebration at Ilisia Grove\, as part of the This is Athens City Festival! We’re coming together to mark one year since the unveiling of the Inuksuk—a powerful symbol of friendship that connects Canada and Greece in the heart of Athens. Dedicated to the Indigenous cultures of Canada\, the event offers a unique opportunity to explore the story behind this landmark. We’ll be joined by Inuksuk artist Heather Carroll and a representative of the Inuit community\, who will share personal insights into the meaning and creation of the monument. The Inuksuk—a traditional stone marker used by the Inuit peoples of northern Canada to guide travellers and mark sacred places—was gifted to Athens in 2022 by the Embassy of Canada to celebrate 80 years of diplomatic relations. Designed by Heather Carroll\, who is of Inuit and European heritage\, the sculpture embodies both authenticity and a distinctly Athenian character. Unlike traditional Inuksuit made of irregular stones\, the Athenian Inuksuk is crafted from Pentelic marble—the same stone used for the Parthenon—paying tribute to classical Greek art. This material choice symbolises a rich encounter between Greek and Indigenous Canadian heritage. It also resonates with the meaning of the word Inuksuk: “in the likeness of a human.” Its presence in Athens honours both the city’s immense contribution to Western culture and the ancestral cultures of Canada. Join us in celebrating the first anniversary of this modern urban landmark\, officially unveiled in May 2023. Come hear the stories behind the Inuksuk from the artist herself and a member of the Inuit community\, as we renew the bonds of friendship that this symbol represents.
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/inuksuk-light-of-the-north-in-the-heart-of-athens/
LOCATION:Ilisia Park\, Dragoumi and Dimitressa\, Athens\, Athens\, 115 28\, Greece
CATEGORIES:EXHIBITION,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY
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SUMMARY:Evi Papagianni: A Finding Place
DESCRIPTION:Mosaico Fine Art Studio presents the exhibition “A Finding Place” by artist and art therapist Paraskevi Papagianni.\n\nOpening hours: Monday to Friday: 18:00–21:00\, Saturday: 11:00–15:00\, Closed on Sunday
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/eva-papagianni-a-finding-place/2025-05-05/
LOCATION:Mosaico Fine Art Studio\, Kesarias 18-20\, Athens\, Athens\, 115 27\, Greece
CATEGORIES:ENTERTAINMENT,EXHIBITION,FREE,GALLERY
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SUMMARY:The Magic of the Serenades in the Streets of Plaka
DESCRIPTION:The Karaviotis brothers—modern-day troubadours—bring the traditional kantada (serenade) back to the winding alleyways of Plaka.\n\nThis nostalgic musical stroll revives the romantic songs of old Athens: melodies that once echoed through the tavernas of Plaka\, Psyrri and Omonia. With care and devotion\, these passionate performers breathe new life into tunes that have long lived in the city’s memory.\n\nMeeting point: Agia Aikaterini\, Plaka
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/the-magic-of-the-serenades-in-the-streets-of-plaka/
LOCATION:Holy Church of Saint Catherine\, Chairefontos 10\, Athens\, Athens\, 105 58\, Greece
CATEGORIES:ENTERTAINMENT,FREE,OUTDOOR ACTIVITY
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SUMMARY:Polyzogopoulos - Miaris : Mirrors
DESCRIPTION:Two of the most distinctive artists on the Greek and international music scene\, Alexandros Miaris and Andreas Polyzogopoulos\, join forces for a unique concert as part of the City of Athens Festival.\n\nAndreas Polyzogopoulos\, one of the most unique trumpeters in European jazz\, known for his atmospheric compositions and improvisational skills\, meets Alexandros Miaris\, a film score composer and frontman of Electric Litany\, a band that has left its own mark on the alternative/post-rock landscape.\n\nThe two artists\, who initially met on stage in London and subsequently collaborated on Electric Litany’s album “Under a Common Sky\,” as well as on various soundtracks\, will perform as a duo\, presenting new material from their upcoming albums for the first time. Together\, they will create a captivating sonic experience\, with improvisational elements\, electronic textures\, and melodies that move between lyricism and melancholy.\n\nAndreas Polyzogopoulos: Trumpet\, Flugelhorn\, Effects\nAlexandros Miaris: Piano\, Guitar\, Vocals\, Modular
URL:https://cityfestival.thisisathens.org/en/event/polyzogopoulos-miaris-mirrors/
LOCATION:Byzantine and Christian Museum\, Vas. Sofias 22\, Athens\, Athens\, 10 75\, Greece
CATEGORIES:ENTERTAINMENT,FREE
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