PRESS OFFICE
Diocese of the Armenian Church of America (Eastern)
630 Second Avenue, New York, NY 10016
Contact: Jake Goshert, Coordinator of Information Services
Tel: (212) 686-0710 Ext. 60; Fax: (212) 779-3558
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April 11, 2006
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TRADITIONAL ARMENIAN LAMB DINNER AT ST. VARTAN CATHEDRAL
Easter is a time for families to come together and celebrate.
This year, a beloved St. Vartan Cathedral tradition is back. The New York
City cathedral will once again hold its Easter luncheon, a highly
anticipated event in the community during which families and the larger
community gather and enjoy the glad tidings of the season.
This year the luncheon will feature a truly traditional multi-course
luncheon, featuring lamb and other Armenian delicacies.
The luncheon will follow the badarak on Easter Sunday, April 16, 2006. The
program during the luncheon will feature a performance from the Yeraz dance
group.
“We encourage all Armenians to join us, gather with us as we mark this great
day,” said Fr. Mardiros Chevian, dean of the St. Vartan Cathedral.
Archbishop Khajag Barsamian, Primate of the Diocese, will celebrate the
Divine Liturgy at 10:30 a.m. on April 16. The luncheon will follow in the
cathedral’s Haik and Alice Kavookjian Auditorium (630 Second Ave. at 34th
St. in New York City).
Tickets for the luncheon and program are $30 for adults and $20 for children
under 12. Tables of 8 or 10 can be reserved by calling the Diocese at (212)
686-0710. Other tickets will be available at the door.
— 4/11/06
From: Emil Lazarian | Ararat NewsPress
