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KEF TIME FRESNO IV
Holy Trinity Armenian Church Fresno 2226 Ventura Ave, Fresno, CA, United StatesKef'uh Ooreh? Hos Eh! KEF TIME FRESNO IV Saturday, January 25, 2025 Holy Trinity Armenian Church – 2226 E Cesar Chavez Blvd, Fresno, CA 93721 ********************************** DOORS OPEN @ 6:00… Continue reading KEF TIME FRESNO IV
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“Unwittingly Preserved for Over 100 Years: Letters of Survival” by Dr. Talin Suciyan
Smittcamp Alumni House 2625 E Matoian Way, Fresno, CA, United StatesThis lecture will introduce the content and context of letters sent from Istanbul in the fall of 1922 by Sourpik (Surpouhi) Tekian to her daughter Tacouhi in the United States.… Continue reading “Unwittingly Preserved for Over 100 Years: Letters of Survival” by Dr. Talin Suciyan
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“Language Politics and Literary Creation in the Armenian Diaspora’s Formative Years” by Dr. Talar Chahinian
Fresno State, Grosse Industrial Technology Building, Room 101 2255 E. Barstow Ave, Fresno, CA, United StatesTalar Chahinian's new book, Stateless: The Politics of the Armenian Language in Exile, focuses on two key moments and places of Western Armenian literary history, post-WWI Paris and post-WW II… Continue reading “Language Politics and Literary Creation in the Armenian Diaspora’s Formative Years” by Dr. Talar Chahinian
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Armenian Cultural Heritage: Past, Present, and Future
UCLA Fowler Museum, Lenart Auditorium 308 Charles E. Young Dr N, Los Angeles, United StatesFull-day conference organized by the UCLA Promise Armenian Institute that brings together a diverse group of experts to delve into the rich Armenian cultural heritage of the South Caucasus and… Continue reading Armenian Cultural Heritage: Past, Present, and Future
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Tashtakerank (Burnt Ends)
The Center for Armenian Arts 250 North Orange Street, Gllendale, CA, United StatesTASHTAKERANK (Burnt Ends) is a collection of short stories that echo Khoren Aramanu's memories from his early childhood to the present day (Iran, Armenia and the USA), imbued with subtle… Continue reading Tashtakerank (Burnt Ends)
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Western Diocese Debutante Ball
Beverly Wilshire Hotel 9500 Wilshire Boulevard, Beverly Hills, CA, United StatesThe Ladies Auxiliary of the Western Diocese presents the 48th Debutante Ball, where seventeen young women will be presented in an evening filled with grace, heritage and family tradition.
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Western Diocese Debutante Ball
Beverly Wilshire Hotel 9500 Wilshire Boulevard, Beverly Hills, CA, United StatesThe Ladies Auxiliary of the Western Diocese presents the 48th Debutante Ball, where seventeen young women will be presented in an evening filled with grace, heritage and family tradition.
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Western Diocese Debutante Ball
The Ladies Auxiliary of the Western Diocese presents the 48th Debutante Ball, where seventeen young women will be presented in an evening filled with grace, heritage and family tradition.
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“Armenians in Film” 6 short films by Armenian filmmakers
Leon S. & Pete Peters Educational Center, Fresno States 5010 N. Woodrow Ave., Fresno, United StatesThe Fresno State Armenian Studies Program, AGBU, and CineCulture welcome you to "Armenians in Film" 6 short films by Armenian filmmakers. The film screening will begin at 5:30 PM followed… Continue reading “Armenians in Film” 6 short films by Armenian filmmakers
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AGBU SF Winter Gala 2025 – 25th Anniversary
Since 2000, the AGBU Young Professionals of Northern California have been proud to host the annual AGBU SF Winter Gala weekend! Initially a regional gathering, it has since become the… Continue reading AGBU SF Winter Gala 2025 – 25th Anniversary
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Hamazkayin W.R. Presents Love Melody
1522 Cañada Blvd. Glendale, CA 91208 1522 Cañada Blvd., Glendale, CA, United StatesՀամազգայինի Շրջանային Վարչութեան Գրական Միաւորը սիրով կը ներկայացնէ՝ “Սիրոյ Մեղեդի’’ Քնարական բանաստեղծութիւններու եւ երգերու երեկոյ Hamazkayin Western Region Literary Unit presents “Love Melody,” an evening of lyrical poems and… Continue reading Hamazkayin W.R. Presents Love Melody
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Hamazkayin W.R. Presents Love Melody
Hamazkayin Aris Stambolian Cultural Center 1522 Cañada Blvd., Glendale, CA, United StatesՀամազգայինի Շրջանային Վարչութեան Գրական Միաւորը սիրով կը ներկայացնէ՝ “Սիրոյ Մեղեդի’’ Քնարական բանաստեղծութիւններու եւ երգերու երեկոյ Hamazkayin Western Region Literary Unit presents “Love Melody,” an evening of lyrical poems and… Continue reading Hamazkayin W.R. Presents Love Melody
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“The United States and the Armenian Genocide: History, Memory, Politics” by Dr. Julien Zarifian
Fresno State, Grosse Industrial Technology Building, Room 101 2255 E. Barstow Ave, Fresno, CA, United StatesDuring the first World War, over a million Armenians were killed as Ottoman Turks embarked on a bloody campaign of ethnic cleansing. Scholars have long described these massacres as genocide,… Continue reading “The United States and the Armenian Genocide: History, Memory, Politics” by Dr. Julien Zarifian
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Diana Markosian’s FATHER
The Center for Armenian Arts 250 North Orange Street, Gllendale, CA, United StatesJoin Aperture and The Center for Armenian Arts for a conversation between photographer Diana Markosian and artist Ara Oshagan. They will discuss Markosian’s most recent publication, Father (Aperture, 2024), an… Continue reading Diana Markosian’s FATHER
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Voices Unheard: Stories of Identity and Language
The Center for Armenian Arts 250 North Orange Street, Gllendale, CA, United StatesJoin the Center for Armenian Arts for an evening of documentary and experimental short films that straddle the layered and overlapping spaces between image, identity and language. The five filmmaker/artists—Carla… Continue reading Voices Unheard: Stories of Identity and Language
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“Preserved with Compassion: Collections of Hope” by Dr. Talin Suciyan
Smittcamp Alumni House 2625 E Matoian Way, Fresno, CA, United StatesThis talk will present one of the largest known collections of postcards of Ottoman Armenian villages and towns, dated both before and after 1915. In the absence of visual material… Continue reading “Preserved with Compassion: Collections of Hope” by Dr. Talin Suciyan
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THE LIBRARY AND THE SURVIVOR: ARAM ANDONIAN IN PARIS
Ararat-Eskijian Museum and Research Center 15105 Mission Hills Rd., Mission Hills, CA, United StatesThe history of the Nubar Library, founded in Paris in 1927, is inextricably linked to that of its first librarian, Aram Andonian. A former Armenian journalist and writer from Constantinople… Continue reading THE LIBRARY AND THE SURVIVOR: ARAM ANDONIAN IN PARIS
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Genetic Insights into the Origins of Armenians
This talk will cover a recent study published in the American Journal of Human Genetics (“Demographic history and Genetic Variation of the Armenian Population”), of which the two speakers… Continue reading Genetic Insights into the Origins of Armenians
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Cosmic Solitude: Meet The Author Yulia Grigoryants
The Center for Armenian Arts 250 North Orange Street, Gllendale, CA, United StatesYulia Grigoryants is the author of the newly released bilingual book of photography Cosmic Solitude (Տիեզերական Մենություն) COSMIC SOLITUDE is an exploration of solitude and isolation in one of… Continue reading Cosmic Solitude: Meet The Author Yulia Grigoryants
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“Armenia-The Lone Stone: A Traveler’s Guide to Tradition and Modernity”
Fresno State, Grosse Industrial Technology Building, Room 101 2255 E. Barstow Ave, Fresno, CA, United StatesArmenia - The Lone Stone, A Traveler's Guide is a compact, immersive travel companion that offers a unique lens into the rich tapestry of Armenia’s history, culture, and heritage. Designed… Continue reading “Armenia-The Lone Stone: A Traveler’s Guide to Tradition and Modernity”
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Hyusnunts and Friends: Songs Without Words
The Center for Armenian Arts 250 North Orange Street, Gllendale, CA, United StatesHyusnunts and friends: Armen Hyusnunts (saxophones), Artashes Kartalyan (keyboards), Levon Simonyan (guitar), Vik Momjian (bass guitar), & Arman Jalalyan (drums) Songs without words Tuesday, March 11, 2025 from 8:00 PM… Continue reading Hyusnunts and Friends: Songs Without Words
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Dance with Color
The Center for Armenian Arts 250 North Orange Street, Gllendale, CA, United StatesJoin us for the arts exhibition by the talented artist Mikaella. Explore her captivating creations and immerse yourself in a world of dynamic artistry. Don't miss this opportunity to experience… Continue reading Dance with Color
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The Naghash Ensemble at Brigham Young University in Provo
“East meets West and antiquity meets modernity” (NPR) in this ensemble of some of Armenia’s finest vocalists and instrumentalists on duduk, oud, dhol, and piano. Combining the earthy spirituality of… Continue reading The Naghash Ensemble at Brigham Young University in Provo
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Jan Tavriz 20th Anniversary Celebration
Armenian Society of Los Angeles 117 S. Louise St., Glendale, CA, United StatesJan Tavriz Organization is celebrating their 20th anniversary with an exciting dinner dance filled with surprises. For more info please see the poster or call: 818-970-4557
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The Naghash Ensemble at Berklee Performance Center (Boston)
Berklee Performance Center 136 Massachusetts Ave, Boston, MA, United StatesThe Naghash Ensemble combines the earthy spirituality of Armenian folk song, new classical music, contemporary post-minimalism, and the energy of jazz and rock. Three brilliant female vocalists and some of… Continue reading The Naghash Ensemble at Berklee Performance Center (Boston)
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Armenian Studies Program 37th Annual Banquet
Fort Washington Country Club 10272 N Millbrook, Fresno, CA, United StatesFresno State's Armenian Studies Program invites you to its 37th Annual Banquet welcoming Dr. David Zakarian, Haig and Isabel Berberian Professor of Armenian Studies, and recognizing graduation seniors receiving and… Continue reading Armenian Studies Program 37th Annual Banquet
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The Naghash Ensemble at Longwood Gardens (Philadelphia)
Longwood Gardens 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square, PA, United StatesThe Naghash Ensemble is a gathering of some of the finest musicians and singers in Armenia, who all have a deep knowledge of Armenian folk and spiritual music—and beyond. Each… Continue reading The Naghash Ensemble at Longwood Gardens (Philadelphia)
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Mystical Music of Armenia: Nagash Ensemble (Saugerties, NY)
Naghash Ensemble perform original compositions based on sacred texts by the medieval Armenian mystic poet, artist, and priest Mkrtich Naghash. Armenian-American composer and pianist John Hodian has brought together some… Continue reading Mystical Music of Armenia: Nagash Ensemble (Saugerties, NY)
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Hamazkayin W. R. L. presents Odes of St. Nerses The Graceful by Dr. Jesse Arlen
Համազգայինի Շրջանային Վարչութեան Գրական Միաւորը կը ներկայացնէ՝ Սուրբ Ներսէս Շնորհալի Տաղերը գիրքը։ Օրուայ բանախօսն է հեղինակը ՝ Դոկտ. Ճեսի Սիրական Արլէն։ Hamazkayin Western Region Literary Unit presents Odes of… Continue reading Hamazkayin W. R. L. presents Odes of St. Nerses The Graceful by Dr. Jesse Arlen
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in.te.gra.tion
The Center for Armenian Arts 250 North Orange Street, Gllendale, CA, United StatesHaig Kargayan is a Los Angeles based Surrealist artist. True to the Surrealist movement, Haig channels deep in to the unconscious mind to bring to life, through vibrant imagery, the… Continue reading in.te.gra.tion
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“From Natives to Foreigners: Enduring Erasures of Armenians in Turkey” by Dr. Hakem Al-Rustom
Fresno State, Grosse Industrial Technology Building, Room 101 2255 E. Barstow Ave, Fresno, CA, United StatesWhat does it mean for a people to be transformed from indigenous inhabitants to foreigners in their own homeland? This lecture introduces the concept of “denativization” to examine how Armenians… Continue reading “From Natives to Foreigners: Enduring Erasures of Armenians in Turkey” by Dr. Hakem Al-Rustom
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The Naghash Ensemble at Strathmore
The Music Center at Strathmore 5301 Tuckerman Ln, North Bethesda, MD, United States“The sounds of Ancient Armenia reimagined for the 21st century.” – Tigran Mansurian The Naghash Ensemble combines the earthy spirituality of Armenian folk song, new classical music, and contemporary post-minimalism… Continue reading The Naghash Ensemble at Strathmore
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Svetlana Navasardyan Keyboard Concert
The Concert Hall at California State University, Fresno 2380 E. Keats Avenue, Fresno, CA, United StatesThe Philip Lorenz International Keyboard Concerts co-sponsored with the Fresno State Armenian Studies Program and the Thomas A. Kooyumjian Family Foundation present pianist, Svetlana Navasardyan, who exemplifies shining virtuosity and… Continue reading Svetlana Navasardyan Keyboard Concert
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The Naghash Ensemble at World Cafe Live
World Cafe Live 3025 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesThe Naghash Ensemble combines the earthy spirituality of Armenian folk song, new classical music, contemporary post-minimalism, and the energy of jazz and rock. Three brilliant female vocalists and some of… Continue reading The Naghash Ensemble at World Cafe Live
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The Naghash Ensemble of Armenia in San Francisco
SFJazz, Miner Auditorium 201 Franklin St, San Francisco, CA, United StatesLed by Armenian-American composer and pianist John Hodian, The Naghash Ensemble bring their entrancing original compositions based on sacred texts by the medieval Armenian mystic poet, artist, and priest Mkrtich… Continue reading The Naghash Ensemble of Armenia in San Francisco
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The Naghash Ensemble of Armenia at the Green Music Center (Sonoma)
Green Music Center, Weill Hall 1801 E Cotati Ave, Rohnert Park, CA, United StatesLed by Armenian-American composer-pianist John Hodian, The Naghash Ensemble combines the earthy spirituality of Armenian folk song, new classical music, contemporary post-minimalism, and the energy of jazz and rock. Three… Continue reading The Naghash Ensemble of Armenia at the Green Music Center (Sonoma)
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“Kept with Care: Letters from Purgatory” by Dr. Talin Suciyan
Smittcamp Alumni House 2625 E Matoian Way, Fresno, CA, United StatesThis lecture will present the correspondence of Kevork Shamlian of Arabgir to his brother and son who had left for the US to earn money to help those left behind… Continue reading “Kept with Care: Letters from Purgatory” by Dr. Talin Suciyan
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Collections of a Cab Driver – Sarkis Alvandi
The Center for Armenian Arts 250 North Orange Street, Gllendale, CA, United StatesThis show is about resilience, hidden talent, and the power of rediscovery. Sarkis Alvandi, spent decades providing for his family, creating art in the quiet moments between long hours as… Continue reading Collections of a Cab Driver – Sarkis Alvandi
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“MY LEDGER”
Ararat-Eskijian Museum and Research Center 15105 Mission Hills Rd., Mission Hills, CA, United StatesIn this penetrating literary diary, Hagop Baronian chronicles the life of 1880’s Constantinople, the colorful cosmopolitan capital of the collapsing Ottoman Empire. As an Ottoman Armenian, Baronian follows the day-to-day… Continue reading “MY LEDGER”
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Seta Dadoyan: Artwork and the Dialectics of Truth Content
AGBU 55 E 59th St, New York, NY, United StatesThe third in the series of “Counterpoints," this talk deals with Professor Seta B. Dadoyan’s aesthetic philosophy and artworks in terms of encounters and convergences in her experiences. Her theories… Continue reading Seta Dadoyan: Artwork and the Dialectics of Truth Content
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Odyssey
The Center for Armenian Arts 250 North Orange Street, Gllendale, CA, United StatesThe “Odyssey” collection invites the audience to experience an artistic exploration of life’s journey. A modern approach on how each life stage and experience reshapes us, pulling us beyond who… Continue reading Odyssey
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Hai Benefit Circle Luncheon, Auction and Bake Shoppe
Please join the ladies of Hai Benefit Circle at its annual fundraising luncheon, with its famous auction and Bake Shoppe. This year, our event will be located at The Beach… Continue reading Hai Benefit Circle Luncheon, Auction and Bake Shoppe
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Hamazkayin W.R. L. Presents Dr. Khatchik Der Ghougassian
1522 Cañada Blvd. Glendale, CA 91208 1522 Cañada Blvd., Glendale, CA, United StatesՀամազգային Շրջանային Վարչութեան Հովանաւորութեամբ, Համազգայինի Գրական Միաւորը ձեզ կը հրաւիրէ Դոկտ. Խաչիկ Տէր Ղուկասեանի «Սահմանելի» գիրքի շնորհանդէս: The Hamazkayin Western Region Literary Unit presents Dr. Khatchik Der Ghougassian's book… Continue reading Hamazkayin W.R. L. Presents Dr. Khatchik Der Ghougassian
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“Denial of the Armenian Genocide in the Digital Age: Refashioning the ‘Events of 1915’ on the Internet and Beyond” by Dr. Bedross Der Matossian
University Business Center 5245 N. Backer Ave., Fresno State, United StatesThis lecture examines the role of the internet in the denial of the Armenian Genocide, focusing on how both the Turkish state and non-state actors utilize digital platforms to spread… Continue reading “Denial of the Armenian Genocide in the Digital Age: Refashioning the ‘Events of 1915’ on the Internet and Beyond” by Dr. Bedross Der Matossian
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Bird of the Holy Spirit
The Center for Armenian Arts 250 North Orange Street, Gllendale, CA, United States"Bird of the Holy Spirit" is a groundbreaking art project by Kristina Oganezz, blending spirituality with visual artistry to create a unique preaching exhibition. Inspired by divine guidance, the exhibition… Continue reading Bird of the Holy Spirit
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The Genocide of The Armenians of Trabzon
Ararat-Eskijian Museum and Research Center 15105 Mission Hills Rd., Mission Hills, CA, United StatesLike all the Armenians of the Ottoman Empire, Trabzon Armenians received an official order of deportation in June 1915. However, the Vali of Trabzon, Djemal Azmi, made an “exemption” for… Continue reading The Genocide of The Armenians of Trabzon
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The Genocide of the Armenians of Trabzon
Ararat-Eskijian Museum and Research Center 15105 Mission Hills Rd., Mission Hills, CA, United StatesLike Armenians across the Ottoman Empire, Trabzon (Trebizond) Armenians received an official order of deportation in June 1915. However, approximately 3,000 children (girls up to 15 years old and boys… Continue reading The Genocide of the Armenians of Trabzon
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Tsakhkazard Kids Festival 2025
Verdugo Park, Glendale , United StatesWe are excited to announce the 3rd Annual Tsakhkazard Kids Festival, a vibrant and unique celebration for children across the Greater LA area, taking place on April 13, at Verdugo… Continue reading Tsakhkazard Kids Festival 2025
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