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Armenian Genocide 101: South Florida Armenians to Feature “The Cut”
As part of a program marking the 101st anniversary of the Armenian Genocide, South Florida’s Armenian Genocide Commemoration, Inc. (AGC), will feature the award-winning film ‘The Cut,’ directed by Fatih Akin.
According to IMDb, “In 1915 a man survives the Armenian genocide in the Ottoman Empire, but loses his family, speech and faith. One night he learns that his twin daughters may be alive, and goes on a quest to find them.”
The historic Armenian Genocide film stars Tahar Rahim, Simon Abkarian, and Makram Khoury.
The film will premiere in South Florida for one night only, on Sunday April 24, 2016 at Cinema Paradiso, 503 SE 6th Street, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33301. Tickets are $15, and are available online at www.101years.eventbrite.com.
Armenians united by the thousands last April, all across the country. But our work is far from done. We must not disband – we must be vigilant in our efforts to educate the world not only about the Genocide but about Armenians in general, particularly with heightened tensions in and around Armenia at this time. This film is going to be particularly poignant for Armenians because it tells the story of the past, of the loss experienced by millions – but also a story of hope, and looking forward into the future. This is the first time ‘The Cut’ has been screened in South Florida. AGC, Inc. is proud to be able to present such a powerful film to the Armenian community on April 24th,” stated Arsine Kaloustian, Florida Armenians Public Affairs Director and Chairwoman of AGC, Inc.
Scout Tufankjian at St. David Armenian Church
The Assembly’s Annual Members Meeting weekend will conclude on Sunday, March 13 with a book presentation by Scout Tufankjian at 1:00 PM at St. David Armenian Church.
Tufankjian will present her book entitled There is Only the Earth: Images from the Armenian Diaspora Project.
Released in April 2015, her book is the culmination of six years spent documenting Armenian communities in over 20 countries.
The book presentation is free and open to the public, but online registration is required.
Naples Armenians Gather for ‘Basterma Breakfast’
By Carole Meghreblian
FLArmenians Naples Contributor
The 2nd Annual Men’s Basterma Breakfast was held at the home of Sarkis and Nancy Kazarian. A magnificent breakfast featuring a variety of Armenian foods was enjoyed by the 22 men attending. All proceeds were donated to the Armenian Church of Southwest Florida (ACSWFL).
Rev. Fr. Tateos Abdalian, Mission Parish Director will celebrate the Divine Liturgy with parishioners of the Armenian Church of Southwest Florida on Feb. 21st. The service will take place at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church at 1:30 pm in Naples. Following the service, the 15th Anniversary Banquet will be held at Vanderbilt Country Club in Naples. Advanced reservations only.
Upcoming Naples Armenian Community Events:
- Sunday, February 21, 2016 – Badarak with celebrant Rev. Fr. Tateos Abdalian; 15th Anniversary Banquet to follow.
- Monday, March 7, 2016 – Bake Sale & FunFest in Church Hall
- Sunday, March 13, 2016 – Badarak with celebrant Rev. Fr. Garabed Kochakian; Lenten luncheon to follow.
For further information or to register for the above events please contact FLArmenians Naples Contributor Carole Meghreblian at (239)348-3804 or carolemeghreblian@gmail.com.
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