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A Day of Golf, Generosity and Community: AYC Golf Fore Kids Celebrates Its Ninth Year

ROCKVILLE, Md. — Supporters gathered at Norbeck Country Club for the ninth annual Armenian Youth Center Golf Fore Kids Classic on Monday, October 5. With the golf course completely sold out and more than 200 participants in attendance across golfers, volunteers and dinner guests, the much-anticipated autumn tradition once again brought together supporters of all

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Hamazkayin DC Celebrates Armenian Heritage Through Tserakordz Lecture and Community Exhibit

BETHESDA, MD – On Saturday, October 17, 2026, Hamazkayin Armenian Educational and Cultural Society of Washington, DC hosted a memorable Armenian Tserakordz (Embroidery) Lecture and Community Exhibit at Soorp Khatch Armenian Church Hall, bringing together community members to celebrate the beauty, history, and cultural significance of traditional Armenian embroidery. The event showcased treasured pieces of Armenian

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Hamazkayin Armenian Music Festival brings musicians and youth together

The second Hamazkayin Eastern USA Music Festival was held June 25-28 in Washington, D.C., welcoming more than 40 young musicians for an immersive three-day program dedicated to musical excellence, cultural enrichment and Armenian heritage. Organized by the Hamazkayin Eastern USA Regional Executive, the festival brought together talented young performers from across the Armenian community to

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AYF DC Hosts their Second Annual “Capital Ball” — Celebrating Heritage, Leadership, and the Future of Armenian Youth

BETHESDA, MD—On the evening of May 2, 2026, the Armenian Youth Federation – Youth Organization of the Armenian Revolutionary Federation, Washington D.C. “Ani” Chapter proudly hosted its second annual Capital Ball. The evening brought together AYF alumni, ungers and ungerouhis, parents and supporters from the Greater Washington D.C. area and throughout the Eastern U.S. to

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The Gift of the AYF

I haven’t been the person standing behind the podium in a couple years now so I’m a little rusty but it is truly my pleasure to speak to you all tonight. As some of my fellow AYF members may know, this is my last year in the AYF and I will be aging out at

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Greater Purpose, For A Great Event

Tonight we are inspired by the very first community event our chapter hosted in 1942 — a cherry blossom themed celebration, a pinnacle symbol of Washington DC, that marked our founding. Just as our chapter carries the name Ani, the historic capital of Armenia, this event symbolizes a bridge between two capitals – Washington, DC

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My Experience In The AYF

I joined the AYF when I was just 8 years old. Even then, something about the energy and the community drew me in. AYF meetings, events, and especially Junior Seminar are some of my most vivid childhood memories. As I’ve grown older, I’ve come to realize just how valuable those experiences were. I still clearly

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A Step Forward – a New Chapter for the AYC and the Youth of our Community

The Washington, D.C. “Sebouh” Gomideh of the Armenian Revolutionary Federation (ARF) announces the successful completion of the sale of the Armenian Youth Center (AYC) owned property in Darnestown, Maryland. This property was purchased years ago through the visionary spirit and tireless work of members of our local chapter. The proceeds of the sale of this

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AYF DC “Ani” Chapter leads Washington, DC march for Armenian Genocide and Justice for Artsakh

AYF DC “Ani” Chapter leads Washington, DC march for Armenian Genocide and Justice for Artsakh — Community Demands Trump Recognize Armenian Genocide, End Azerbaijani Impunity, and Secure Immediate Return of Armenian Hostages WASHINGTON, DC – On Friday, April 24, 2026, the Armenian Youth Federation – Youth Organization of the Armenian Revolutionary Federation Washington, D.C. “Ani”

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