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On Sunday, September 14, 2025, the Hamazkayin DC Chapter hosted a special community screening of My Sweet Land at Soorp Khatch Church Hall in Bethesda, Maryland. The film, directed by Sareen Hairabedian, was previously featured at the prestigious DC/DOX Film Festival where it played to a sold-out audience. Through the eyes of 11-year-old Vrej Khatchtryan, My Sweet Land offers […]
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DANCING WITH OUR ROOTS: SHNORHALI STUDENTS MEET ARMENIAN DANCE ENSEMBLE On September 14th, Shnorhali School students at St. Mary Armenian Apostolic Church experienced an unprecedented and unforgettable opportunity to reconnect with their heritage in the most vibrant way – through dance. Outside the church, under the open sky, our community was honored to welcome a
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The Armenian schools of the Greater Washington, D.C. region have joyfully reopened their doors, marking the beginning of another year filled with faith, culture, and learning. Hamasdegh Armenian School – Soorp Khatch Armenian Apostolic Church Hamasdegh Armenian School officially opened registration for the 2025–2026 Sunday School year and celebrated its First Day of School &
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Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 27, 2025, at 7 PM, as Soorp Khatch Church’s Arabian Hall in Bethesda, MD, transforms into a vibrant stage for Armenian Cultural Night. This year’s highlight is none other than Arthur Khachents from Artsakh, a powerful and soulful Armenian artist whose music blends deep tradition with modern expression. With
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WASHINGTON—On the evening of June 28, the Washington, D.C., Armenian Youth Center (AYC) and Homenetmen joined forces to host “Rhythms of Summer,” a high-energy dinner dance that brought together over 250 community members for an unforgettable night of music, dancing and cultural pride. Held at Sts. Peter and Paul Orthodox Church, the event featured singer
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