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ARS Javakhk Fund Committee's Annual Fundraiser 2018
Supporters of the ARS Javakhk Fund Committee gathered in Glendale, California
at Legacy Banquet Hall on May 11, 2018 to benefit the three youth centers in
Javakhk, specifically the expansion of the Akhaltskha Youth Center. The ARS
Javakhk Fund Committee organizes fundraisers annually to support its ongoing
efforts in the highly Armenian populated region of Georgia. This year, the
committee honored its long-time chairperson, Ungh. Haigoush Keghinian Kohler
with the Lifetime Achievement Award.
A dynamic video was presented displaying the vast accomplishments of the ARS
Javakhk Fund Committee over the years in educational, outreach, coin bank
collections, fundraising, Camp Javakhk, and youth centers. Committee
Chairperson Lena Bozoyan delivered the committee’s remarks by thanking and
appreciating all the members, donors, and supporters of the ARS Javakhk Fund,
who trust the committee and help accomplish their projects.
A special video was also presented highlighting the life and achievements of
the honoree, Ungh. Haigoush Keghinian Kohler. Organizational and community
leaders, as well as the former and current Artsakh Republic ministers, hailed
and congratulated Kohler’s service to our nation and organization. They
highlighted that in addition to her services toward Javakhk, Kohler has
exhibited humanitarian work in Armenia and Artsakh as well.
Bozoyan invited the honoree, as well as ARS Regional Executive Chairperson
Silva Poladian, and the ARF representative to present the Lifetime Achievement
Award to Kohler. Ungh. Kohler accepted the award and thanked supporters,
family, friends and guests, who were present and reiterated the importance of
helping and supporting Javakhk.
The ARS Regional Executive Board’s remarks were delivered by Regional Executive
Board member and Javakhk Committee representative Nancy Bederian, who stressed
that the Armenian Relief Society is always prepared to assist Armenians in need
wherever they may be found. She added that preserving the Armenian identity of
Javakhk Armenians must be deemed as a responsibility and new methods must be
discovered to keep Javakhk and Javakhk Armenians remaining strong.
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Ungh. Haigoush Keghinian Kohler receives Lifetime Achievement Award at ARS
Javakhk Fund Committee's Annual Fundraiser on May 11, 2018
(Pictured Left to Right - ARF Central Committee representative Dr. Carmen
Ohanian; ARS Regional Executive Chairperson Silva Poladian, Honoree Haigoush
Keghinian Kohler, ARS Javakhk Fund Committee Chairperson Lena Bozoyan)
ARS Nairy Chapter's 50th Anniversary Celebration
The ARS Montebello "Nairy" Chapter celebrated its milestone 50th Anniversary on
April 29, 2018 at Bagramian Hall, alongside the 37th Anniversary of its
Saturday School and 20th Anniversary of the ARS Nairy Preschool & Day Care
Center.
ARS Javakhk Fund Continues Outreach and Education
The ARS Javakhk Fund Committee continued its community engagement activities
and events through the following means: On April 30 and May 2, 2018, Professor
Ashot Melkonyan, a native of Javakhk and historian, visited Ferrahian High
School and Chamlian Armenian School, respectively, to discuss the importance of
Javakhk.
On May 1, 2018, the Committee held a public forum, titled "The State of Javakhk
During the First Republic of Armenia," presented by Prof. Melkonyan at the
Glendale Adult Recreation Center. Prof. Melkonyan shared his vast knowledge of
Armenia, Javakhk, and the history of the First Republic with the audience. He
also discussed the various battles that have taken place in Javakhk and
historic lands, which ultimately lead to the borders observed today. Prof.
Melkonyan shared biographies of historic Armenians from Javakhk, who have
shaped the First Republic of Armenia and the nation today.
Seda Khojayan Receives Community Service Award
The Armenian National Committee of America - Glendale Chapter (ANCA Glendale)
held its 2nd Annual Award and Appreciation Dinner on May 3, 2018 at Renaissance
Banquet Hall.
At the event, the ANCA Glendale Community Service Award was awarded to Seda
Khojayan for her dedication to raising the quality of life within the community
and her selfless contribution and service to the ongoing welfare of the
community-at-large. ANCA Glendale annually hosts this event to honor remarkable
individuals and local organizations, highlighting their achievements and
commitment to the betterment of the Glendale community.
Khojayan, a member of the ARS Glendale "Sepan" Chapter, serves on the Glendale
City Commission on the Status of Women, Board of Directors of the YWCA of
Glendale and has served on the ARS Regional Executive Board and "Sepan" Chapter
Executive.
Upcoming Chapter Events
ARS Maro Chapter's Fundraiser for "Beds for the Brave"
Friday, May 18, 2018 at 7 p.m.
Neutra Institute Gallery & Museum
Contact Satenig (818) 602-5786
ARS Sepan Chapter's Mother's Day Luncheon
Saturday, May 19, 2018 at 11:30 a.m.
Legacy Ballroom
Tickets: $50
Contact Zharmen (818) 484-6618
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Terry Minasian
ARS Roubina Chapter
Terry Minasian was born in Athens, Greece. After her public education in Greek
and Armenian schools, she subsequently attended the American College for Girls
in Athens. Terry married Berge Minasian from Detroit, Michigan and together
they settled in Detroit. She continued her education and majored in Art and
Business. She subsequently became a successful artist and was the owner of an
art gallery. Her painting of the Madonna and Child hangs at the Altar of the
San Diego St. John Garabed Armenian Church.
Terry's mother volunteered as a Blue Cross member in Greece and Terry followed
her example and joined the ARS Chapter in Detroit. When the family moved to San
Diego, Terry along with her friend Azniv Sabonjian founded the ARS Roubina
Chapter in 1985. The Roubina Chapter has been very successful. Over the years,
they compiled an admirable record of serving the elderly, helping immigrant
families, conducting Armenian language classes, making annual financial
contributions to the ARS Western Region Board for their humanitarian
commitments and sponsoring events to strengthen the community. Every year, they
also managed to give scholarships to deserving Armenian college students.
Terry was elected to the Regional Board from 1991 to 1993 and then again in
1997 to 1999. It was during her second term that she chaired the committee that
built the new ARS Regional Headquarters building in Glendale. With the support
of the Regional Board, Terry guided the many facets of securing building loans,
hiring architects, and builders. The outcome was a state of the art building
which was completed on schedule and on budget.
ARS Gala 2019
The ARS of Western USA will hold its 2019 Gala on Saturday, March 9, 2019 at
Taglyan Cultural Complex, celebrating the 35th anniversary of the Western
Region.
Upcoming Regional Events
June 4, 2018
Outstanding High School Graduates' Awards Ceremony
June 5, 2018
ARS Day Luncheon at Ararat Home
September 29-30, 2018
ARS Festival
October 14, 2018
ARS Day Celebration
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
517 W. Glenoaks Blvd. | Glendale, CA 91202-2812 US
Website: www.arswestusa.org
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