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AGBU Helps Organize 'Buenos Aires Celebrates Armenia' Festival; Attracts Over 15,000 People
On Sunday, October 9, 2011, over 15,000 people strolled along Avenida de Mayo in Buenos Aires, Argentina for the “Buenos Aires Celebrates Armenia” Festival. Attendees explored the festival booths that sold handmade crafts, books, music, and Armenian food for the all-day event — the latest by Buenos Aires devoted to the numerous nationalities that call Argentina home. Dedicated to the read more…
AGBU Vice President Sinan Sinanian Honored by Armenian President During 20th Anniversary of Armenian Independence Celebrations in Los Angeles
Date: 10/24/2011 On Sunday, September 25, 2011, the president of the Republic of Armenia, Serzh Sargsyan, attended a banquet at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Los Angeles to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the independence of Armenia. During the official gala, President Sargsyan awarded AGBU Central Board of Directors vice president Sinan Sinanian with the distinguished Anania Shirakatsi Medal read more…
AGBU Western District Celebrates Renowned Actor, Director And Entertainer Krikor Satamian's Golden Jubilee
Pasadena, CA – On Sunday, October 30, 2011, at 6:30 pm, the Armenian General Benevolent Union (AGBU) will celebrate the Golden Jubilee of renowned actor, entertainer, comedian, and director Krikor Satamian. The program featuring speakers Assadour Guzelian from London, England, and Sarkis Minassian, as well as lifelong friends, co-stars, and admirers of Satamian, will commemorate and honor his 50 years read more…
New York Dinner Honors 60th Birthday of Catholicos Karekin II
Date: 10/19/2011 Watch a Video from the His Holiness Karekin II’s 60th birthday celebration HERE (10:45) On Wednesday, October 12, 2011, a group of friends and benefactors of Holy Etchmiadzin gathered at a dinner hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Nazar and Artemis Nazarian in honor of His Holiness Karekin II’s 60th birthday. The event was held at Manhattan’s Metropolitan read more…
YP Montreal Launches New Mentorship Initiative
Montreal – On September 15, 2011, the AGBU Young Professionals (YP) of Montreal launched their first-ever Mentorship Program. The program was initiated by YP Montreal vice-chairwoman Maral Kessemjian, a human resources specialist, and YP member Garo Sahinyan, an information technology project manager. During the launch, YP Montreal chairwoman Sarine Chitilian introduced the two initiators of the program, explaining, “Both Garo read more…