St. Stepanos Church of Long Branch (Elberon), NJ, will celebrate the 30th anniversary of the church consecration and the 60th of the parish’s foundation on Saturday, Aug. 26, 6-10 p.m., at the Oyster Point Hotel ballroom. For information on reservations, etc., call the church office at (732) 229-3661. Click on the following links to view a flyer or visit the parish website.
Chicago Armenian Fest
St. Gregory the Illuminator Church of Chicago, IL, will host its 42nd annual two-day Armenian Fest on Saturday, Aug. 12, 5-10 p.m., and Sunday, Aug. 13, noon-7 p.m. Live music provided by Hye Vibes, dancing, homemade pastries and delicious food. For information, visit the Facebook event page by clicking here.
Sts. Sahag & Mesrob Church Picnic
Sts. Sahag and Mesrob Church of Providence, RI, is holding its annual picnic on Saturday, Aug. 19. Armenian music and dancing, a variety of kebabs, kheyma, as well as Armenian vendors, pony rides, bounce house, kids games. One day only, under a tent, rain or shine. For information call (401) 272-7712; to log onto the picnic website click here.
Huyser Ensemble Concert on St. Vartan Cathedral Plaza
On the evening of Thursday, September 7, Huyser Music Ensemble will showcase “Our Mission” in an open air concert on the cathedral plaza . The concert is scheduled to begin at 7:30 p.m.
Click here to view a flyer for ticket information.
Worcester Benefit Dance
6th annual Benefit Dance, proceeds to benefit Syrian relief, on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2017, 7:30 p.m.-1 a.m. Sponsored by Worcester county Armenian churches. Music by Kevork Artinian. Armenian Church of Our Saviour Cultural Center, 34 Boynton St., Worcester, MA. For ticket and other information, click to view the flyer.