ACYOA Mission Trip to Atlanta Shows Faith in Action
ATLANTA — After a long hiatus, the Armenian Church Youth Organization of America (ACYOA) Mission Trip was revived over the weekend of February 7-9, offering a faith-based service trip to young adults...
View ArticlePanel on Armenian-American Press at NAASR
BELMONT, Mass. — An overflow crowd gathered on Thursday, February 13, at the National Association for Armenian Studies and Research (NAASR) Vartan Gregorian Building for a panel titled “The...
View ArticleNAASR Announces Winners of Sona Aronian Armenian Studies Book Prizes
BELMONT, Mass. — The National Association for Armenian Studies and Research (NAASR) announced this week the winners of the 2019 Dr. Sona Aronian Book Prizes for Excellence in Armenian Studies: Prof....
View ArticleGermany’s Merkel Praises ‘Deepening’ Ties With Armenia
BERLIN (RFE/RL) — German Chancellor Angela Merkel hailed Germany’s increased cooperation with Armenia and significant changes in the South Caucasus state when she met with Prime Minister Nikol...
View ArticleRecipe Corner: Farro and Pine Nut Salad
Farro is an ancient wheat grain that originated in Mesopotamia. Farro is loved for its nutty flavor and unique, chewy texture. It’s a great alternative to other popular grains, such as rice, quinoa,...
View ArticleApplications Accepted for AIWA Hasmik Mgrdichian Scholarships
LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles Affiliate of the Armenian International Women’s Association (AIWA) announces that applications are now being accepted for the Hasmik Mgrdichian Scholarships. The Hasmik...
View ArticleVanessa Bryant Files Wrongful Death Suit against Helicopter Operator in Kobe...
By Nathan Fenno LOS ANGELES (Los Angeles Times) — As mourners gathered at Staples Center on Monday, February 24, for a memorial service to celebrate the lives of Kobe and Gianna Bryant, attorneys for...
View ArticleRecipe Corner: Roasted Eggplant with Raisins and Pine Nuts
Ingredients: 1 lb. eggplant (you can fit up to 2 lbs. eggplant per baking sheet if you want to double the recipe), peeled or unpeeled, cut into 1-inch cubes 2 medium zucchini, peeled, cut into...
View ArticleAmerican University of Armenia Welcomes Two New Trustees
LOS ANGELES and YEREVAN — The American University of Armenia (AUA) is pleased to announce the appointment of two new trustees of the AUA Corporation (AUAC): Lena Sarkissian and Yervant Demirjian. Both...
View ArticleErevan Chorale Society to Perform Spring Concert
CAMBRIDGE, Mass. — A Boston tradition for over 50 years, the Erevan Chorale Society will perform a spring concert on Sunday, April 19, 2020 in the sanctuary of Holy Trinity Armenian Church located at...
View ArticleKoutoujian Heads Major County Sheriffs of America Group
WASHINGTON — Members of the Major County Sheriffs of America new Executive Board were formally sworn-in during the opening ceremonies of the organization’s 2020 Winter Conference in Washington, DC on...
View ArticleVeteran Journalist Mitchell D. Kehetian Dies
DEARBORN, Mich. — Longtime journalist and regular contributor to the Mirror-Spectator Mitchell “Mitch” Kehetian died on February 22, at the age of 89 at Beaumont Hospital. Born in Detroit on October...
View ArticleKhachaturian Music to be Performed by American Ballet in World Premiere
NEW YORK — The American Ballet Theatre, the country’s national ballet company, will be celebrating its 80th anniversary in the new year. This milestone will be marked by several special programs...
View ArticleArmenia to Suspend Air and Land Travel with Iran
YEREVAN (Public Radio of Armenia) — The Armenian Government is expected to suspend travel with Iran for two weeks, Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan said in a Facebook post on February 23. “Based on...
View ArticlePower of Love Fundraiser and Art Show Features Photographer Zaven Khachikyan...
WATERTOWN — The Power of Love Fundraiser and Art Show, dedicated to the mothers of war, the unsung heroes of the April 2016 War in Artsakh, will take place Saturday, April 4 at the Armenian Museum of...
View ArticleADL Endorses Texas Congressional Candidate Dan Janjigian
BELMONT, Mass. — The Armenian Democratic Liberal Party (ADL) Eastern District Committee announced its endorsement of Dan Janjigian for the 31st Congressional district of Texas, which is north of the...
View ArticleRep. Clark Issues Statement on 30th Anniversary of Anti-Armenian Pogroms in...
WASHINGTON — On February 28, the Vice Chair of the House Democratic Caucus Representative Katherine Clark (MA-5) issued the following statement which was entered into the Congressional Record: “Madam...
View ArticleACF Releases Special Publication in Honor of Diana Der Hovanessian
ARLINGTON, Mass. — The Armenian Cultural Foundation (ACF) announces the release of the special issue of Foundation Papers No. 9: Celebrating the Life and Work of Diana Der Hovanessian. It includes the...
View ArticleLuxury Scarves, Women’s Online Support Network Raise Funds for Shelter in...
WATERTOWN — Anet’s Collection, a luxury accessories company Based in Los Angeles, and New Paths-Bridging Armenian Women, an inclusive on-line networking group, are launching a collaboration during...
View ArticleMembers of Congress, Armenian Assembly Outline Priorities for Armenia, Artsakh
WASHINGTON — On February 27, the House Appropriations Subcommittee on State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs held a hearing for Members of Congress to testify and submit requests for the...
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