To view this email online, paste this link into your browser: https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__t.e2ma.net_message_uv31qb_iqrfd&d=DwIFaQ&c=clK7kQUTWtAVEOVIgvi0NU5BOUHhpN0H8p7CSfnc_gI&r=UA9RmHj2eVkKNsv65suXdVD0JrzdJZuFPcfBfR_FwGg&m=CNqbGYSzGhfK6ysDsizmqR8zVmxn09BijaIPvpvZJ3c&s=k0Fsi8wiq92tRhFYMGla5ypycyg8s9UBE-D4asYdS3U&e= ___________________________________ 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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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 DONATE (https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__t.e2ma.net_click_uv31qb_iqrfd_29juh7&d=DwIFaQ&c=clK7kQUTWtAVEOVIgvi0NU5BOUHhpN0H8p7CSfnc_gI&r=UA9RmHj2eVkKNsv65suXdVD0JrzdJZuFPcfBfR_FwGg&m=CNqbGYSzGhfK6ysDsizmqR8zVmxn09BijaIPvpvZJ3c&s=tUjVzim1j-mwKg9Ue7WLCvm6XVy_2tvRZzJkFOIN0M0&e=) 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. 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