Events

27/01/2023

OBF co-organised 2023 Vasilopita & Charity Event

On Friday 27th January at the Crypt of Aghia Sophia Cathedral, we enjoyed a special vasilopita 2023 event organised by The Greeks in The City Association co- sponsored by OBF and other Greek initiatives. Our President, John M Hadjipateras spoke about the history of OBF which is the oldest organisation of its kind in the UK. The Vasilopita was blessed and distributed by The Archbishop of Thyateira and GB, Nikitas and the lucky coin fell to the organiser and host, Greg Hadjigrigoriadis.

20/12/2022

OBF’s Christmas Wonderland Event 2022

Christmas Wonderland in Oinousses, the traditional festive party organised by TEO. Christmas gifts were purchased locally from the two gift shops and were given to each of the fifty children on the island. Father Christmas made a surprise appearance and gave each child their gift. The reports from the island confirm that the event was a great success. This event has become a lovely tradition, giving joy and festive spirit to the island community which is appreciated and looked forward to yearly.

19/11/2022

OBF Ball 2022

The Oinoussian Ball 2022 was held at The Nine Kings Suite, Royal Lancaster London on Saturday, November 19th 2022

18/11/2022

Oinoussian Shipping: A story of Benevolence, Solidarity and Innovation

OBF in conjunction with Naftika Chronika and Isalos.net hosted this event at the Hellenic Centre, London.This event was part of OBF's 80th Anniversary celebrations. It was attended by both English and Greek shipping executives along with many students. A video presentation on the history and impact of Oinoussian shipping was shown and this was followed by a panel discussion on tradition, innovation, solidarity and benevolence.

21/09/2022

Naval Academy

Earlier this month and to celebrate the start of the new academic year, we purchased a new photocopier/ scanner machine for the Naval Academy to ensure that our students have up to date equipment.

27/05/2022

Charity Football Game – Captains vs Engineers!

Friday 27th May 2022, at the Oinoussai Stadium, a football game took place between two teams of cadets from the Naval Academies of Oinousses (The Captains) and Chios (The Engineers). The proceeds from the game were donated to a Chios charity for disabilities. OBF were proud to sponsor this event by covering the costs of the water taxis that brought over and returned the game officials, the Engineers team and fans from Lagada to Oinousses.

13/11/2021

OBF Ball 2021

The Oinoussian Ball 2021 was held at The Nine Kings Suite, Royal Lancaster London on Saturday, November 13th 2021

09/07/2021

Summer Camp in Oinousses

Isalos.net and HELMEPA presented a Summer Camp in Oinousses, July 9 to July 11 2021. OBF was proud to be a co-sponsor at this exciting event. John M Hadjipateras, OBF President, was invited to give a keynote speech. The programme included lectures, guided tours and open dialogue on new green technologies, policies and laws on blue development, sustainability and awareness of marine environmental protection. We were beyond delighted that Oinousses was chosen to host this innovative event.

16/12/2019

OBF’s Christmas Gifts To The School Children Of Oinoussai

As is our tradition every year, the OBF arranged for all the school children on the island to be given Christmas gifts. This year the perfect venue for this event was the Christmas Wonderland set up by the Mayor's Office. OBF offered savoury snacks and Christmas cookies to the children and their parents whilst Santa and his helper handed out the gifts. The gifts were purchased from the general stores on the island to support the community.