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Armenian Assembly to Hold Annual Members Meeting in Florida
Annual Florida Meeting to Feature Armenian Genocide Symposium
WASHINGTON, DC – The Armenian Assembly of America (Assembly) is pleased to announce that the annual Assembly Members Meeting and Banquet will take place at the Marriott Town Center on March 13-14, 2015 in Boca Raton, Florida. Organized by the Assembly’s South Florida Regional Council (SFRC), this year’s gathering will feature an expanded program, including a special panel discussion on the Armenian Genocide.
“We are excited to welcome all members, guests and friends of the Armenian Assembly to attend our annual meeting and banquet,” stated Assembly Board Member Lu Ann Ohanian. “It will be an informative and enjoyable weekend,” Ohanian said.
The weekend will begin with a welcome reception on the evening of Friday, March 13th. Following the welcome reception, guests will have the pleasure of spending time with friends and family at their choosing. On Saturday, March 14th, the Annual Members Meeting will take place at 9:00 AM, followed by lunch. At 1:00 PM, the Assembly will host a special academic symposium that will explore different dimensions of the Armenian Genocide. Speakers will be announced shortly. Later Saturday evening, guests will convene for cocktails and dancing.
Below is a listing of events for this year’s Assembly Annual Members Meeting:
Friday, March 13, 2015:
- Welcome Reception, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Saturday, March 14, 2015:
- Breakfast, 8:30 AM – 9:00 AM
- Annual Members Meeting, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
- Lunch, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
- Armenian Genocide Symposium (Speakers Invited), 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
- Cocktails & Dancing, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
All events will be held at the Marriott Hotel at Boca Town Center, 5150 Town Center Circle, Boca Raton, FL 33486. Please call (561) 392-4600 to reserve your room and be sure to mention the Armenian Assembly in order to receive the reduced rate of $169.00 per night.
For tickets or additional information, please contact Assembly SFRC Chair Carol Norigian at southflaaa@gmail.com.
Established in 1972, the Armenian Assembly of America is the largest Washington-based nationwide organization promoting public understanding and awareness of Armenian issues. The Assembly is a non-partisan, 501(c)(3) tax-exempt membership organization.
Armenian Community of Southwest Florida Celebrates Holiday Season
By Carole Meghreblian
FLArmenians Naples Contributor
January 21, 2015
*Updated January 27, 2015
On Sunday, January 11th, the Armenian Church of Southwest Florida (ACSWFL) celebrated the Feast of the Nativity and Theophany with Rev. Fr. Karekin Kasparian. The service was held at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Naples, Florida. Leon Nigohosian served as Godfather of the Cross during the Blessing of the Water ceremony concluding the Divine Liturgy. A Christmas Dinner was held in Trinity Hall following the religious ceremony.
On February 8th, The Very Rev. Fr. Daniel Findikyan, Director of the Zorhab Center in New York will celebrate the Divine Liturgy with parishioners of the ACSWFL. The service will take place at 1:30 pm at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 3901 Davis Blvd. in Naples. The annual bake sale featuring Armenian breads and pastries will be held in the hall following the service. A luncheon will also be served.
The Armenian Church of Southwest Florida holds services in November, January, February, and March. Please mark your calendars for the following dates:
- February 8, 2015 – Badarak (Very Rev. Fr. Daniel Findikyan); Bake Sale to follow;
- February 17, 2015 – (no Badarak) Ladies & Men’s Luncheon at M Waterfront Grille;
- March 1, 2015 – Badarak (Very Rev. Fr. Aren Jebejian); Lenten Luncheon to follow;
- March 10, 2015 – (no Badarak) Picnic at Longshore Lakes, Naples, Florida.
For further information about our mission parish or to make reservations for any of the luncheons, please contact Carole Meghreblian carolemeghreblian@gmail.com.
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