California Governor Congratulates the Armenian Festival of Orange County
The Armenian Festival of Orange County
PO Box 3136
Laguna Hills, CA 92654-3136
PRESS RELEASE
Contact: Tom Kalajian
Email: [email protected]
(949) 309-2900 Ext 17 | (888) HYE-FEST (493-3378)
Contact: Paul Aslanian
Email: [email protected]
(949) 309-2900 Ext 11 | (888) HYE-FEST (493-3378)
Thursday, October 22, 2009
California Governor Congratulates the Armenian Festival of Orange County
Laguna Hills, CA (Thursday, October 22, 2009) – Celebrating its fifth
consecutive successful year, the Armenian Festival of Orange County was
honored with the presence again this year of the Chief Deputy Director of
the Office of California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, Ms. Lisa Kalustian.
On behalf of the Governor, Ms. Kalustian presented Festival Executive
Director, Paul Aslanian, with personal letter of congratulations.
Ms. Kalustian read the Governor’s letter to the guests under the large main
tent where hundreds of guests were assembled. All showed their appreciation
for the Governor’s continued support and acknowledgement of the Armenian
people who play a large role in the multicultural diversity of California.
Dated September 13, 2009, Governor Schwarzenegger wrote, "It is a pleasure
to extend my greetings to all who are attending the fifth annual Orange
County Armenian Festival. California is the fantastic place it is today
thanks to our rich diversity of cultures and customs, and today’s colorful
celebration is certain to add to that heritage.
"As you come together to enjoy the festivities, I express my gratitude to
you and to all of California’s Armenian-Americans for your hard work, your
dedication to promoting Armenian history as well as the many other ways you
strengthen our Golden State.
"On behalf of your fellow Californians, I thank you for your efforts to
serve in your communities, and I wish you continued success in the future."
Over 4,000 guests of varied backgrounds attended the festival to enjoy
continuous entertainment, cultural presentations, cooking and dance classes,
professional dance groups, two live bands and delicious food, all at
affordable prices and presented again in a park-like setting in the
beautiful Community Center of upscale Laguna Hills, California.
The Armenian Festival is a pan-Armenian federal and California tax-exempt
organization under the provisions of Internal Revenue Code Section
501(c)(3), open to all Armenian organizations who want to participate in a
non-denominational, all-inclusive community celebrating the culture, values,
history and heritage of the Armenian people.
The 6th annual Armenian Festival of Orange County is actively engaged in the
planning stages, will be held at the same Laguna Hills location, and is
scheduled for the weekend of September 11th and 12th, 2010. Festival
organizers are accepting applications for vendor booths, volunteers,
sponsors. The festival’s Statement of Core Values and Mission Statement are
published on its web site. All Armenian organizations based in Orange
County are again welcome to participate, showcase their unique contributions
to the Armenian community and to raise funds for their charitable
activities. More information and on-line applications are available at
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is also available by telephone toll-free at 888-HYE-FEST (888-493-3378) or
locally at 949-309-2900.
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