Holy Ascension Church of Trumbull, CT, will hold its Armenian festival/picnic on Sunday, Sep. 17, 12-4 p.m., on the church grounds (1460 Huntington Trnpk., Trumbull, CT). Armenian delicacies, bake sale, activities for children, music. Rain or shine, free parking. For information contact hatvoice@gmail.com, or view the parish Facebook page. Click on the links to view flyers on the Armenian Festival and celebratory events that weekend.
Evanston “Taste of Armenia Festival”
The annual “Taste of Armenia Festival” of St. James Church, Evanston, IL, will take place on Sunday, Aug. 27, 12-6:30 p.m., in front of the church (located at 816 Clark Street, b/n Benson and Sherman Aves.). Enjoy the largest Armenian event in metro Chicago, where crowds of 2,500 come together for a leisurely afternoon of homemade specialties and fellowship. Free admission and free parking in the Maple St. garage. Click on the link for information on the event Facebook page.
“Springsteen Retreat” at Holy Martyrs Church
The Sunday School of Holy Martyrs Church in Bayside, NY, will host a “Springsteen Retreat” on Saturday, Sep. 9, 4-8:30 p.m. Fr. Stepanos Doudoukjian will lead a spiritual journey using the music and lyrics of Bruce Springsteen. Open to teens and adults. Reservations required. For details, click to view a flyer.
St. John Church “Church with the Golden Dome” Tour
St. John Church of Greater Detroit will hold its “Church with the Golden Dome” tour on Wednesday, Oct. 11, at 10 a.m. Tour the sanctuary with pastor Fr. Aren Jebejian and former pastor (and art historian) Fr. Garabed Kochakian; then view the Alex and Marie Manoogian Museum (America’s largest Armenian museum) with director Lucy Ardash. Costumes from the Heritage Collection, recreating styles of the 13th-19th centuries, will be modeled; a gallery of Armenian art will be displayed. Armenian baked goods for sale; buffet luncheon served at noon. For information and to register, click on the links to view the flyer and registration form.
St. Mark Armenian Festival
St. Mark Church of Springfield, MA, will hold its annual Armenian Festival on Sunday, Sep. 3 on the church grounds, 12-6 p.m. Featuring a live Armenian band, dancing, delicious food (including St. Mark’s signature lamb shish kebab), authentic Armenian and international pastries, a raffle and prizes. The festival will be held rain or shine. For information, visit the parish website and Facebook page, or call (413) 783-5793.