The theatrical film Spitak, a drama that takes place during the 1988 earthquake in Armenia, will have its Manhattan premier on Sunday, Nov. 18, at 7 p.m., at the Marlene Meyerson JCC (Jewish Community Center), located at 334 Amsterdam Ave. (at 76th St.), New York City. Film director Alexander Kott, producer Elena Glikman, and actress Anna Tsukanova-Kott will present the film. For tickets and details, click on the link to view a flyer with contact information.
“Gorky’s Dream Garden”: A Musical of Modern Art
The Cultural Committee of St. Gregory the Enlightener Church of White Plains, NY, will present a “sneak peek” of Gorky’s Dream Garden: a musical-theater opera of love, courage, & modern art, on Sunday, Dec. 16, at 12:45 p.m., at the church (1131 North St., White Plains). The multi-media show based on the life of Arshile Gorky is by award-winning composer Michelle Ekizian; this live performance will include stars from ballet, opera and Broadway. RSVP required: call (914) 428-2595; ticket price includes pre-show lunch (at 12:15 p.m.). For information and ticket details, click here to view a flyer.
Orthodox Prayer Service for the U.N.
The 11th annual Orthodox-Oriental Orthodox Prayer Service for the United Nations Community will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 13, at St. Vartan Armenian Cathedral (630 Second Ave., New York City), at 6:45 p.m. (doors open 6:15). Hosted by Syrian Orthodox Church of Antioch. Greek Orthodox Abp. Demetrios, Diocesan Primate Fr. Daniel Findikyan, diplomats from UN attending. Open to the public; reception will follow. Click on the link to view a flyer with RSVP and other information.
Book Presentation: “Armenian Legacy in America”
St. Leon Church of Fair Lawn, NJ, will present a lecture by scholar Hayk Demoyan on his book, “Armenian Legacy in America: A 400-Year Heritage,” on Thursday, Nov. 8, at 7:45 p.m., in the church’s Charles & Grace Pinajian Youth Center (12-61 Saddle River Rd., Fair Lawn). Admission is free. Click on the link to view a flyer.
Bayside Women’s Guild Christmas Luncheon
The Women’s Guild of Holy Martyrs Church, Bayside, NY, is sponsoring its Christmas luncheon on Wednesday, Dec. 5, at 12 noon, at Westbury Manor (1100 Jericho Tpke., Westbury). Entertainment by L.I. Harmonizers. Everyone welcome, but reservations required. For information on ticket reservations and contacts, click on the link to view a flyer.
