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ST. PETER ARMENIAN CHURCH
100 Troy Schenectady Road
PO Box 196
Watervliet, NY 12189
Tel: 518-274-3673
Fax: 518-274-3103
Email: [email protected]
CONTACT: Rafi Topalian
Tel: 518- 810-5018
ARMENIAN FESTIVAL CELEBRATES OVER 100 YEARS
The St. Peter Armenian Church community established the parish in 1899.
Before building their new house of worship in Watervliet in 1971, the church
was first located in Green Island and later in Troy. The very first
Church Picnic opened to the community was held in 1910. That `Picnic' is now
known as the annual Armenian Festival!
The Armenian Festival has become one of the summer's most anticipated
events for the Capital District and the greater Armenian community.
Ever expanding, ever evolving, the 2013 ARMENIAN FESTIVAL is fast
approaching with even more exciting new changes in store. Mark your
calendar for this expanded two-day event.
SATURDAY, JUNE 8th 12:00 noon to 8:00 p.m.
SUNDAY, JUNE 9th 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m.
In addition to our always delicious Armenian food and pastries, we have
many exciting new features this year.
What's New This Year?
ü LIVE authentic Armenian Music all weekend featuring the John Berberian
Ensemble with John Berberian on the oud, Mal Barsamian on clarinet, Harry
Bedrossian on keyboard and vocals, and Charles Dermenjian on the dumbeg.
ü Introducing the Hye Burger - an authentic Armenian-style burger
ü Armenian-style Pork Kebab - in addition to our traditional Chicken and
Lamb Kebabs
ü 10 Carnival games for children and adults of all ages to enjoy
ü The Apple Raffle - Win an Apple MacBook, iPad, Cash or other
Apple-themed prizes; 5 chances to win
Come and experience everything the Armenian culture has to offer. Again
this year, there will be a Tavloo (Backgammon) Tournament, Armenian dancing,
and cooking demonstrations. Items from the St. Peter Church Bookstore and
Gift Shop, as well as products from several other local vendors, will be
available for purchase.
As always, there is free parking and free admission with indoor and
outdoor seating with tent coverage - so come join us rain or shine.
Contact the St. Peter Armenian Church office at (518) 274-3673 for
Sponsorship opportunities, to purchase raffle tickets, or for more general
information.
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ST. PETER ARMENIAN CHURCH
100 Troy Schenectady Road
PO Box 196
Watervliet, NY 12189
Tel: 518-274-3673
Fax: 518-274-3103
Email: [email protected]
CONTACT: Rafi Topalian
Tel: 518- 810-5018
ARMENIAN FESTIVAL CELEBRATES OVER 100 YEARS
The St. Peter Armenian Church community established the parish in 1899.
Before building their new house of worship in Watervliet in 1971, the church
was first located in Green Island and later in Troy. The very first
Church Picnic opened to the community was held in 1910. That `Picnic' is now
known as the annual Armenian Festival!
The Armenian Festival has become one of the summer's most anticipated
events for the Capital District and the greater Armenian community.
Ever expanding, ever evolving, the 2013 ARMENIAN FESTIVAL is fast
approaching with even more exciting new changes in store. Mark your
calendar for this expanded two-day event.
SATURDAY, JUNE 8th 12:00 noon to 8:00 p.m.
SUNDAY, JUNE 9th 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m.
In addition to our always delicious Armenian food and pastries, we have
many exciting new features this year.
What's New This Year?
ü LIVE authentic Armenian Music all weekend featuring the John Berberian
Ensemble with John Berberian on the oud, Mal Barsamian on clarinet, Harry
Bedrossian on keyboard and vocals, and Charles Dermenjian on the dumbeg.
ü Introducing the Hye Burger - an authentic Armenian-style burger
ü Armenian-style Pork Kebab - in addition to our traditional Chicken and
Lamb Kebabs
ü 10 Carnival games for children and adults of all ages to enjoy
ü The Apple Raffle - Win an Apple MacBook, iPad, Cash or other
Apple-themed prizes; 5 chances to win
Come and experience everything the Armenian culture has to offer. Again
this year, there will be a Tavloo (Backgammon) Tournament, Armenian dancing,
and cooking demonstrations. Items from the St. Peter Church Bookstore and
Gift Shop, as well as products from several other local vendors, will be
available for purchase.
As always, there is free parking and free admission with indoor and
outdoor seating with tent coverage - so come join us rain or shine.
Contact the St. Peter Armenian Church office at (518) 274-3673 for
Sponsorship opportunities, to purchase raffle tickets, or for more general
information.
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