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Greek American Odyssey: An Unforgettable Greek Gala night

Under the presence of HSH Prince Albert II, a joint Anniversary Gala took place on Sunday 8th May, in Yacht Club de Monaco, organized to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the Hellenic Community of Monaco as well as the 60th anniversary of the American Club of the Riviera. 

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From left to right: H.E. Ambassador of France to Monaco Mr. Laurent Stefanini, H.E. Prime Minister Mr. Pierre Dartout, Mrs. Sophia Vaharis Tsouvelekakis – President of the Hellenic Community of Monaco, H.S.H. Prince Albert II, Mr. Timothy Molyneux -President of the American Club of the Riviera, Mr.Petros Machas- Honorary Consul General of Greece in the Principality of Monaco

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H.S.H. Prince Albert II surrounded by the “Greek American Odyssey” teams: Mrs. Sophia Vaharis Tsouvelekakis- President of the Hellenic Community of Monaco and Mr. Timothy Molyneux- President of the American Club of the Riviera. Together with Greek, Cypriot, American, Canadian members of both Clubs.

During the event, the president of the Hellenic Community of Monaco, Mrs. Sophia Vaharis Tsouvelekakis, addressed a speech to the participants analyzing the mission of the Hellenic Community as well as its role and activities in Monaco. Moreover, the president of the American Club of the Riviera, Mr. Timothy Molyneux talked about the importance of Clubs and Associations working together for the common good of the community.

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The Anniversary Gala celebration also included a fund-raising auction and with the help of Mrs. Safia el Malqui, the amount raised summed to € 8.150 which is donated to the Cap-Optimist project to support the Monaco – Athens Crossing on Paddle boards, for the benefit of the Princess Charlene Foundation.

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“All for one and one for all…”
The three “S” ,Sophia Vaharis Tsouvelekakis – Safia el Malqui- Stephanie Barneix, for the Cap Optimist project (Monaco – Athens Crossing on paddle boards!)

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