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ARS of Western USA, Inc.
Regional Office
517 W. Glenoaks Blvd.
Glendale, CA 91202
Tel. (818) 500-1343
Fax: (818) 242-3732
E-Mail: [email protected]
CONTACT: Talar Aintablian, (818) 500-1343
[email protected]
Kick-Off Reception Sparks Momentum for ARS Gala 2012
Glendale, CA.- The Armenian Relief Society of Western USA (ARS) hosted a
kick-off reception on Tuesday, March 6, 2012 at the Glendale Hilton Hotel
where 140 guests gathered and enjoyed good company while receiving
enlightening details about the forthcoming ARS Gala 2012. As a precursor to
the gala, the reception offered guests a first-chance opportunity to reserve
tickets, become table sponsors, and candle lighters for the main event.
Supporters and members rallied in support as 45 table sponsors and 40 candle
lighters, as well as individual donations, were secured.
Alongside ARS members, who have been chosen by their chapters to be honored
at the gala as a result of their service in select categories, guests
included representatives from local sister organizations and individual ARS
supporters.
Everyone in attendance was in high spirits in anticipation of the gala,
which will celebrate the region's 28th anniversary and service to
communities in need both locally and internationally. This year's event will
honor chapter members in an effort to recognize their exceptional service as
part of the driving force of ARS activities in their local communities.
Dr. Nyree Derderian, Chairperson of the ARS Regional Executive Board,
welcomed guests and paid special mention to International Women's Day, which
is marked on March 8th. Thereafter, she presented Jasik Jarahian, General
Manager of the ARS Regional Headquarters, who is heading the gala organizing
committee comprised of representatives from nearly each of the region's 27
chapters, to deliver the committee's message. She recognized the importance
of collaboration amongst community organizations and remarked, "With your
support, we look forward to holding an exceptional event that highlights the
impactful nature of ARS activities throughout the Diaspora and in Armenia,
Artsakh, and Javakhk." Following the remarks, Ms. Jarahian invited Rev. Fr.
Artak Demirjian, who offered his blessings to the ARS on behalf of His
Eminence Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate of the Western Prelacy.
All proceeds from the ARS Gala 2012 will benefit the region's vital
programs, including its Social Services Division; Child, Youth, and Family
Guidance Center; scholarships; disaster relief efforts; as well as education
and youth programs.
The ARS thanks the Glendale Hilton Hotel and Remedy Liquor for their
generosity, which contributed to the success of the evening.
The ARS Gala 2012 will be held on Friday, April 27th at the Glendale Hilton
Hotel's Grand Ballroom. The ARS Regional Headquarters can be contacted at
(818) 500-1343 or [email protected] for additional information.
The ARS of Western USA, established in 1984 and with regional headquarters
in Glendale, California, is a humanitarian organization with 27 chapters and
over 1,500 members in five western states. The ARS of Western USA operates a
Social Service Division with five social service centers and a Child, Youth,
and Family Guidance Center in Southern California, in addition to funding
numerous youth programs, scholarships, and relief efforts around the word.
For further information, please visit www.arswestusa.org.
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From: Baghdasarian
ARS of Western USA, Inc.
Regional Office
517 W. Glenoaks Blvd.
Glendale, CA 91202
Tel. (818) 500-1343
Fax: (818) 242-3732
E-Mail: [email protected]
CONTACT: Talar Aintablian, (818) 500-1343
[email protected]
Kick-Off Reception Sparks Momentum for ARS Gala 2012
Glendale, CA.- The Armenian Relief Society of Western USA (ARS) hosted a
kick-off reception on Tuesday, March 6, 2012 at the Glendale Hilton Hotel
where 140 guests gathered and enjoyed good company while receiving
enlightening details about the forthcoming ARS Gala 2012. As a precursor to
the gala, the reception offered guests a first-chance opportunity to reserve
tickets, become table sponsors, and candle lighters for the main event.
Supporters and members rallied in support as 45 table sponsors and 40 candle
lighters, as well as individual donations, were secured.
Alongside ARS members, who have been chosen by their chapters to be honored
at the gala as a result of their service in select categories, guests
included representatives from local sister organizations and individual ARS
supporters.
Everyone in attendance was in high spirits in anticipation of the gala,
which will celebrate the region's 28th anniversary and service to
communities in need both locally and internationally. This year's event will
honor chapter members in an effort to recognize their exceptional service as
part of the driving force of ARS activities in their local communities.
Dr. Nyree Derderian, Chairperson of the ARS Regional Executive Board,
welcomed guests and paid special mention to International Women's Day, which
is marked on March 8th. Thereafter, she presented Jasik Jarahian, General
Manager of the ARS Regional Headquarters, who is heading the gala organizing
committee comprised of representatives from nearly each of the region's 27
chapters, to deliver the committee's message. She recognized the importance
of collaboration amongst community organizations and remarked, "With your
support, we look forward to holding an exceptional event that highlights the
impactful nature of ARS activities throughout the Diaspora and in Armenia,
Artsakh, and Javakhk." Following the remarks, Ms. Jarahian invited Rev. Fr.
Artak Demirjian, who offered his blessings to the ARS on behalf of His
Eminence Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate of the Western Prelacy.
All proceeds from the ARS Gala 2012 will benefit the region's vital
programs, including its Social Services Division; Child, Youth, and Family
Guidance Center; scholarships; disaster relief efforts; as well as education
and youth programs.
The ARS thanks the Glendale Hilton Hotel and Remedy Liquor for their
generosity, which contributed to the success of the evening.
The ARS Gala 2012 will be held on Friday, April 27th at the Glendale Hilton
Hotel's Grand Ballroom. The ARS Regional Headquarters can be contacted at
(818) 500-1343 or [email protected] for additional information.
The ARS of Western USA, established in 1984 and with regional headquarters
in Glendale, California, is a humanitarian organization with 27 chapters and
over 1,500 members in five western states. The ARS of Western USA operates a
Social Service Division with five social service centers and a Child, Youth,
and Family Guidance Center in Southern California, in addition to funding
numerous youth programs, scholarships, and relief efforts around the word.
For further information, please visit www.arswestusa.org.
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From: Baghdasarian