USS Slater and others commemorate OXI (pronounced ō-hē) Day
On Oct. 28, millions around the world will commemorate OXI (pronounced ō-hē) Day, a day honoring Greece’s courageous resistance during World War II. The day will be remembered at USS SLATER with a brief program beginning at 9:00 a.m. Fr. Dennis Nagi of St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Church will provide a historical account of Oxi Day. USS SLATER volunteers and friends will be joined by special guest Dr. Nicholas Athanassiou. USS SLATER is located on the Hudson River in Downtown Albany. Public hours are Wednesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. through November 26. The ship will be closed on Thanksgiving Day. Admission is $9 for adults and $7 for children. Call 518-431-1943 for more information or visit the website at www.ussslater.org.