To view this email online, paste this link into your browser: ___________________________________ ARS Festival Committee Honors Satenig Nalbandian - Comedy for a Cause Luncheon Approximately 180 ARS members and supporters attended a Comedy for a Cause Luncheon organized by the ARS of Western USA’s Regional Festival Committee on March 24, 2018 at Arbat Banquet Hall. The event featured the comedic talent of Mary Basmadjian. Welcoming remarks were delivered by Seta Tarpinian, Co-Chairperson of the Regional Festival Committee, who explained the event’s fundraising nature to raise financial support for the re-organizing efforts of the ARS Festival, which is set to be held on September 29-30, 2018. Thereafter, the committee’s Co-Chairperson Emma Garabetian was invited to deliver a surprise announcement of the honoring of Satenig Nalbandian, a member of the ARS Santa Monica “Gars” Chapter. Surprised by the announcement, Satenig Nalbandian was accompanied to the stage by ARS Regional Executive Chairperson Silva Poladian, who presented her with a plaque recognizing her years of service and contributions to ensuring the success of ARS festivals. Nalbandian expressed her heartfelt appreciation for the honor and stated, “It is our duty to be of the utmost service to our beloved organization and to do so without any expectations in return.” Remarks were also delivered by Houri Kassabian, Chairperson of the ARS “Gars” Chapter, who congratulated Nalbandian on behalf of the chapter, commended her years of dedication and service, and presented her with a floral bouquet in appreciation. Armenian Relief Society of Western USA, Regional Executive Website ( ( Chapters ( ARS Member Vicky Marachelian Honored as One of the 2018 Women of the Year On April 5, 2018, during a luncheon in Echo Park, Calif., Vicky Marachelian was honored among a group of inspiring women from communities in the 28th Congressional District by U.S. Congressman Adam Schiff. “These women have worked to found or support a myriad of charitable organizations, started multiple businesses and given so much of themselves to improve the common good. They are all pillars of our communities and I thank them for their invaluable service," said Rep. Schiff. Board of Regents of ARS Schools' Events for Students On April 21, 2018, ARS school students will visit the Armenian Genocide Monument in Montebello, Calif. to pay their respects to the victims of the 1915 Armenian Genocide. On April 28, 2018, a Quiz Bowl for younger and older ARS school students will be held at the Hollywood Armenian Center. The Quiz Bowl is dedicated to the 100th Anniversary of the First Republic of Armenia. QuickBooks Workshop The ARS Regional Executive Board has organized a QuickBooks Workshop for chapter treasurers and accountants, which will be held on April 19, 2018 starting at 7 p.m. at the ARS Regional Headquarters. This workshop will allow chapters to be familiarized with the software in an effort to maintain accurate chapter financial and accounting records. The workshop is open to all ARS members interested in attending. Upcoming Chapter Events ARS Lori Chapter Irene Boodakian Saturday School's Kids Paint Night (Ages 6-15) Friday, April 13, 2018 at 7 p.m. Armenian Community Center's Titizian Hall Tickets: $35 Contact Seta (818) 298-3003 or Suzy (818) 640-0345 ARS Sevan Chapter's Mother/Daughter Tea Party - Fashion Show Saturday, April 14, 2018 at 12 Noon Ghazarian Hall Tickets: $50 Contact Hermine (714) 417-0534 ARS Araz Chapter's Presentation on "Prepare to Survive" & Emergency Preparedness by Connie Lackey, RN Saturday, April 21, 2018 at 2 p.m. Burbank Youth Center Free Admission - Open to the Public Contact (818) 500-1343 ARS Nairy Chapter's 50th Anniversary Banquet Sunday, April 29, 2018 at 5 p.m. Bagramian Hall Contact Laure (323) 728-4084 ARS Anahid Chapter's Mother's Day Luncheon Wednesday, May 2, 2018 at 11:30 a.m. Terrace Restaurant & Lounge Tickets: $50 Contact Azadouhi (818) 609-8098 or Sirvart (818) 472-5889 ARS Lori Chapter's Mother's Day Luncheon Saturday, May 5, 2018 at 11 a.m. Brandview Ballroom Tickets: $60 Contact Maro (818) 384-3057 or Ivy (818) 419-5959 ARS Arax Chapter's Spring Luncheon Saturday, May 12, 2018 at 12 noon Armenian Community Center in Lomita, Calif. Tickets: $30 for adults; $10 for children 13 and under Contact Azniv (310) 344-7804 ARS Araz Chapter's Mother's Day Luncheon Saturday, May 12, 2018 at 11 a.m. Olivia Restaurant Tickets: $50 Contact (818) 726-2960 Alice Filhanessian ARS Sevan Chapter Alice Filhanessian, a native of Musa Ler, relocated to Anjar, Lebanon in 1930. She received her education and worked within Armenian Evangelical Schools in both Anjar and Beirut, Lebanon. She became a member of the Armenian Relief Cross of Lebanon. Following the Lebanese Civil War, she relocated to the United States with her family and settled in the Orange County area. There, she joined the ARS "Sevan" Chapter where she continues as a member until the present time. She has taught at the chapter's Saturday School, served as a member of the chapter executive, and on various committees. Filhanessian has taught the Armenian language to older adults in her community, has been elected as secretary of regional conventions, and has also served as a member of the regional Saturday School committee and ARS Regional Executive Board. In memory of their parents, her family donated their home in Anjar, Lebanon to the LOKH "Akhtamar" Chapter of the Armenian Relief Cross of Lebanon. ARS Sevan Chapter's Armenian Classes for Adults The ARS Orange County "Sevan" Chapter will be holding Armenian Classes for Adults on Friday evenings from 6:30-8 p.m. at Ari Guiragos Minassian Armenian School. For more information, contact chapter chairperson Hermine Parseghian (714) 417-0534 or Ani Geloian (714) 797-0361. Upcoming Regional Events April 2018 Armenian Genocide Commemoration Events May 1, 2018 ARS Javakhk Fund's Public Forum May 11, 2018 ARS Javakhk Fund's Annual Fundraiser June 4, 2018 Outstanding High School Graduates' Awards Ceremony June 5, 2018 ARS Day Luncheon at Ararat Home ARS of Western USA's Standing Programs Heart to Heart Social Services Division Child, Youth, and Family Guidance Center Armenia-Artsakh ARS Javakhk Fund Families in Need 16 One-Day Schools Friends of ARS Educational Programs DONATE ( 517 W. Glenoaks Blvd. | Glendale, CA 91202-2812 US Website: www.arswestusa.org ___________________________________ Share this: [Share via Email] [Share via Twitter] [Share via Facebook] [Share via LinkedIn] This email was sent to Armenian [email protected]. To ensure that you continue receiving our emails, please add us to your address book or safe list. manage your preferences ( opt out ( using TrueRemove(r). Got this as a forward? 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