Greek Language Resources
Curated Content to Further Your Greek Studies
Further connect with Greek language and culture by utilizing the resources provided by the Institute of Greek Language and Culture in Chicago, IL. Use them with our dynamic in-person and online classes to accelerate your learning. These Greek language resources reinforce and expand on the real-life conversational curriculum cultivated by our expert instructors. Whether you're a beginner looking to supplement your Greek studies or an advanced student aiming to retain fluency, these immersive materials will aid your proficiency goals.
Windy City Greek Magazine Archives- ekathimerini.com - Greek News
- TA NEA - Greek News
- Greece: Newspapers & Magazines
- List of Newspapers in Greece - Wikipedia
- Greece in Print - The World's Greek Literary Connection
- Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America
- Greek Consulate in Chicago
- Greek Embassy in Washington DC
including local Greek events and businesses!
Student Testimonials
"I'm incredibly grateful to Anthony and all the wonderful teachers at the Institute of Greek Language and Culture. I've learned so much—Anthony is a phenomenal teacher who makes learning engaging and fun. He fosters such a positive, welcoming classroom environment, and it’s truly the highlight of my week!"
"Greek school with Anthony is one of the most valuable courses I’ve taken. In less than a year, I’ve gained knowledge and confidence in my reading, writing, comprehension, and speaking. The classroom environment is welcoming to all skill levels. Meeting with my group is always the highlight of my week. I highly recommend the course for anyone interested in Greek language and culture, Anthony is the best!"
"I learned Greek as my first language, but when I was 5, my father decided we’d only speak English at home because he had to learn. And then I started kindergarten in the local school, which further limited my access to the language. My mother didn’t drive, so we only attended Greek school briefly. Over the years, I’d forgotten how to speak Greek. After graduate school, I decided it was time to take Greek classes and re-learn the language. Friends had recommended Anthony’s classes. Each week, we pulled that Greek from the corners of my mind, then built on it. The class structure included conversation, grammar, reading news articles, and more. We even learned common phrases to use in different social situations. This method made the language accessible to us immediately, and not just in reading and writing. I made lifelong friends in those classes, and the experience has been invaluable. I highly recommend Modern Greek classes from the Institute of Greek Language and Culture."
The classes strike a perfect balance between structured textbook instruction and immersive conversation practice. Even as relatively new students, we've felt comfortable and encouraged every step of the way. We genuinely look forward to each class and outing, and choosing to continue with Anthony’s program is an easy decision for us. We are so grateful to have found this incredible program!
3/31/25
"I'm close to finishing up my first year (2024/25) with the Institute of Greek Language and Culture, and I'm already excited for next year. Anthony is a very supportive and capable teacher who encourages all of his students to push themselves and be confident in their abilities. The class is reasonably challenging for anyone with a desire to learn Greek, whether you vaguely remember some Greek from childhood or are coming in with no modern Greek background (like me). The program has excellent flexibility for working adults and is a great opportunity to learn a new language and make friends. I look forward to class every week, and I only wish I had signed up sooner!"
"Anthony is an excellent teacher, he is super passionate and knowledgeable in the Greek language, culture and history. He makes learning fun and challenging. In-person is the way to go for me, as it is an interactive class where everyone has to participate, plus and you get to meet new people who are striving for similar goals. I highly recommend his class!"
4/1/25
"I didn't learn Greek as a child; it was something I did not think was relevant to my life in the United States. As I got older, I felt that I was missing out on communicating with family members here and abroad, so I decided to commit to learning Greek. I tried a language-learning app, but found it difficult to retain what I was learning without proper instruction and regular communication. After one year of classes with Mary at the Institute, I have a better understanding and appreciation for the grammar and evolution of the Greek language. My family members are quite pleased with how far along my Greek has come and my level of confidence in trying to speak with them in Greek after just one year. Taking the class was a game-changer in my learning experience!"
"I'd always wanted to sharpen my Greek and tried every trendy online way of doing so. But the reality is that unless you take a class with someone like Anthony who can help with accent, nuance, context, and the unspoken rules of the Greek language, I really think that the online ways of learning might end up just making you worse off. Anthony's class helped me appreciate the grammar and rules that weren't even mentioned in apps and online courses that are everywhere today. He is the expert whose immersive courses will take you from a novice to someone who understands the frameworks necessary to speak and have confidence to do so. The course is great value and a must if you want any Greek experience beyond that of your average tourist!"
"I have been in Greek lessons for about a year, and it is one of the best decisions I have made! Anthony is able to take one of the most challenging languages and make it easy to understand from the very beginning. From a brand new alphabet to verb tenses, every new challenge in the language has been thoroughly explained and immediately put to use in class and homework. The classes are small, and learning is adapted to the group, so it never feels overwhelming or too fast. Besides learning the language, taking this class has allowed for connections with other like-minded adults, and I personally have made friendships through the course! Overall, this has been a great experience, and I would recommend it to anybody looking to learn the Greek language. Thank you for all that you do!!!"
"I have had the great privilege of being a student of Anthony Xidis for the 2023-2024 Beginners Sessions. I have a Greek wife and after 16 years of marriage, I decided I needed to search out someone to teach me how to speak Greek properly before we both retire to Greece. My experience began as someone with zero knowledge of the language and after 10 months, my Greek vocabulary and knowledge of speaking, reading, and writing Greek has increased tremendously. This is all due to the wonderful teaching style of Anthony, the small class sizes, and the one on one conversations that the students have with each other. Anthony is a highly trained linguistic professor who exhibits extreme knowledge, and extreme patience at the same time. Greek is not an easy language to learn but Anthony's expert way of teaching, and helping us to build our levels of understanding make the learning sessions with him extremely enjoyable and rewarding. I highly recommend Anthony Xidis and the Greek Language Institute for anyone looking to learn to speak, write, read, and truly understand the wonderful Greek language!"
"I began this program with zero knowledge of the Greek language, and my expectations for what I thought I would accomplish were far exceeded. Within just a few months, I could read, write, and speak in full sentences. Dr. Xidis is a lively, encouraging, and passionate instructor who is very obviously dedicated to his students' learning. I appreciate the structure and organized format of the program. Cannot recommend this program enough!"
"I started beginner classes with the Institute of Greek Language and Culture six months ago, and I can already speak, read, and write Greek! Learning a new language with an unfamiliar alphabet is daunting, but rather than falling back on English spellings for pronunciation, Anthony shows you that jumping in with the Greek alphabet, pronunciations, and spellings is not only possible but a better path to fluency. Anthony takes pride in the progress of his students and wants you to succeed - and so you will. Thanks!"
“When I started taking Dr. Xidis' Greek classes I knew next to nothing. I had tried two different Greek language courses via audio tapes and picked up a few words of vocabulary but could not understand a conversation and was even less able to speak. About all I knew how to say well then was "katalaveno Ellinika" (I don't understand Greek). I took Dr. Xidis' classes for nine years and while I'm not perfectly fluent, I can read, write, speak and understand both written and spoken Greek to the point where I feel comfortable in nearly any situation where Greek is spoken. Most people I meet assume that I have been speaking Greek since childhood but my parents were born here and my dad did not speak any Greek so I didn't learn any growing up. The format is very conducive to learning—you have conversation the first hour then a short break followed by lessons in grammar. Dr. Xidis is a teacher by profession and is very skilled at teaching to make sure students learn and retain key concepts. I really enjoyed the class very thoroughly. The format and times were very convenient for busy professionals like me who often travel or work late. In addition, I made many friends in the class and even met my wife through his class! For anyone looking to learn to speak Greek your investment of time and money with Dr. Xidis will be very well spent. I highly recommend his classes!”
“I have been a student at the Institute of Greek Language and Culture for the past three years, and my experience has been nothing short of outstanding. Over this period, I have had the pleasure of taking classes with both Mary and Anthony. Due to Covid, the first two years of my lessons were conducted online. Despite the virtual format, the classes were highly interactive and engaging. Every week I looked forward to logging on and practicing my language skills with Mary and my classmates. In the third year, I transitioned to in-person classes with Anthony. The shift from online to in-person learning was seamless, and Anthony's dynamic teaching style and passion for the Greek language and culture create an amazing environment for learning. The hands-on activities and real-time conversations significantly boosted my confidence in speaking and comprehending Greek. Overall, my journey of learning Greek at this school has been extremely rewarding. Thanks to the excellent instruction from both Mary and Anthony, I have made significant strides. I highly recommend this school to anyone interested in learning Greek.”
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