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SUMMARY:Christmas Family Movie Night!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our 3rd St. James Christmas Family Movie Night! Featuring "The Grinch" (2018 Animated Version). Pizza\, Hot cocoa\, popcorn\, and other snacks will be served! Feel free to wear pajamas or bring sleeping bags and blankets. Complimentary admission. \n 
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/christmas-family-movie-night/
LOCATION:St. James Armenian Church\, 465 Mt. Auburn St.\, Watertown\, MA\, 02472\, United States
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SUMMARY:Women's Guild Christmas Giving Celebration
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/womens-guild-christmas-giving-celebration/
LOCATION:St. James Armenian Church\, 465 Mt. Auburn St.\, Watertown\, MA\, 02472\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200110T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200110T203000
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SUMMARY:Hye Cafe - Christmas Edition!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for fellowship and delicious Armenian food\, including kebab\, falafel\, and more! \nLive Musical Entertainment!   \nReservations for parties of 6 or more may be made by calling the Church office at 617.923.8860 no later than 5pm on Thursday\, January 9th. \nVolunteers appreciated and welcome on Thursday night\, January 9th\nfor Hye Café preparations! For more information please contact Linda Sahagian at 617-407-6600 or at hyelinda65@aol.com.
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/hye-cafe-christmas-edition/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Hye Cafe
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200216T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200216T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120248
CREATED:20160115T000036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200122T215958Z
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SUMMARY:Blessing of Children Service
DESCRIPTION:SUNDAY\, FEBRUARY 16 - Each year\, the Armenian Church celebrates the Feast of the Presentation of Our Lord to the Temple\, or Dyarnuntarach\, literally meaning "the bringing forward of the Lord."  This feast always falls on February 14th\, 40 days after the Feast of the Nativity (January 6). It is a beautiful story from the infancy of Jesus\, in which he is confirmed as the Holy Messiah or Christ—the world’s long-awaited savior. \nClick here to read more about the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord. \nAccording to Biblical tradition\, it was a custom in the Armenian Church for parents to bring their newly-born babies to the Temple of the Lord to present the child to God.  In keeping of this tradition\, we invite all parents who baptized a child at St. James in 2019\, or anyone wishing to receive a blessing for their child\, to present their son/daughter to the altar for a special blessing immediately following church services. \nClick here to download a picture of the Presentation of the Lord for children to color.
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/blessing-of-babies-service-feast-of-the-presentation-of-the-lord/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200223T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200223T140000
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SUMMARY:Grand Re-Opening & Dedication Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/grand-re-opening-dedication-ceremony/
LOCATION:St. James Armenian Church\, 465 Mt. Auburn St.\, Watertown\, MA\, 02472\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200224
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200225
DTSTAMP:20260405T120248
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SUMMARY:First Day of Great Lent
DESCRIPTION:Great Lent (Medz Bahk in Armenian) is the 40-day period of spiritual preparation that leads to Easter. It is "great" because it is the longest and most important of all the priods fo fasting and prayers that precede other church feasts. It recalls the 40 days jesus fasted and prayed in the wilderness\, away from family\, friends\, food\, and all distractions. \nLent begins the Monday following the Sunday of "Poon Paregentan" and lasts forty days to the evening of the Friday before Palm Sunday. The lenten period\, including Holy Week\, is intended to be one of self-discipline. It is a time for self-examination and self-appraisal toward renewal of lifestyle and improvement of moral and spiritual values. The practice of absitenence may include control over food intake\, giving up meat\, fish and all other animal foods\, such as dairy products and eggs. Lenten sacrifice may also include abstaining from certain pleasure\, amusements and festivities\, allowing more time for prayers\, introspection and church services. \nEach Sunday of Lent has a specific name characterizing a basic Christian truth to meditate about. The Sunday preceding Lent\, for example\, is called Poon Paregentan\, which means "good" or "happy living." It is a carnival-like time of indulgence in feasting and merrymaking. Also\, it is a reminder of the Christian teaching that man was originally created in happiness\, but marred by sin. \nClick here for more information about services at St. James during Great Lent. \nText source: 'Welcome to the Armenian Church'\, printed by the Diocese of the Armenian Church (Eastern)
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/first-day-of-great-lent/
LOCATION:MA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200226T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200226T200000
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SUMMARY:CANCELED - Lenten Vigil Service
DESCRIPTION:Due to regulations related to COVID-19\, Wednesday Lenten Vigil Services are canceled.
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/lenten-vigil-service-6/2020-02-26/
LOCATION:St. James Armenian Church\, 465 Mt. Auburn St.\, Watertown\, MA\, 02472\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200301T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200301T150000
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CREATED:20151228T185541Z
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SUMMARY:ANNUAL PARISH ASSEMBLY
DESCRIPTION:Open to 2019 Dues-paid members only.  All 2019 members are encouraged to attend this annual meeting.
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/annual-parish-assembly-save-the-date/
LOCATION:St. James Armenian Church\, 465 Mt. Auburn St.\, Watertown\, MA\, 02472\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200302T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200302T210000
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SUMMARY:Men's Club Monthly Dinner Meeting
DESCRIPTION:ST. JAMES MEN’S CLUB\nMONTHLY DINNER MEETING\nMonday\, March 2nd \n\nSpeaker: Stewart R. Goff\nOur guest speaker will be Stewart R. Goff\, RN\, MS\, who is the new C.E.O of the Armenian Women's Welfare Association and the Armenian Nursing & Rehabilitation Center (ANRC) in Jamaica Plain. He assumed his new role on May 8\, 2019.  \nStewart has worked in elder care for over 25 years. His wife Carolyn is Armenian\, and it's interesting to note that her grandmother appears in the 1948 black & white photo of AWWA members standing on the front porch of the original nursing home in Jamaica Plain. Stewart's presentation is entitled "The ANRC\, Is it Armenian Enough?". \nLosh Kebab and Kheyma Dinner \nSocial Hour (mezza) 6:15 p.m.   Dinner 7:00 p.m. \n$17 per person \nLADIES WELCOME
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/mens-club-monthly-dinner-meeting-18/
LOCATION:St. James Armenian Church\, 465 Mt. Auburn St.\, Watertown\, MA\, 02472\, United States
CATEGORIES:Men's Club
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200304T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200304T200000
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SUMMARY:CANCELED - Lenten Vigil Service
DESCRIPTION:Due to regulations related to COVID-19\, Wednesday Lenten Vigil Services are canceled.
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/lenten-vigil-service-6/2020-03-04/
LOCATION:St. James Armenian Church\, 465 Mt. Auburn St.\, Watertown\, MA\, 02472\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200306T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200306T203000
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SUMMARY:Hye Cafe (Lenten)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for fellowship and delicious Armenian food\nfeaturing a special Lenten menu:\nVosbov Kheyma\, Baked Haddock\, Imam Bayeldi\, Eech\, Falafel\, and Pasta! \nDoors open at 6:15 p.m. Dinner served at 6:30 p.m. \nReservations may be made for parties of 6 or more by calling the church office at\n617-923-8860 no later than 5 p.m. on Thursday\, March 5. \nVolunteers appreciated and welcome on Thursday night\, April 5.\nfor Hye Café preparations! For more information please contact\nLinda Sahagian at 617-407-6600 or at hyelinda65@aol.com. \nHye Café began in September 2004\, with the intention of bringing families and parishioners together monthly for a night of food\, fellowship and fun. It has continued to grow and thrive\, becoming a permanent and popular fixture in our parish life. The casual setting makes it easy to dine in and enjoy time with family and friends. Take-out is also available.  \n 
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/hye-cafe-lenten/
LOCATION:St. James Armenian Church\, 465 Mt. Auburn St.\, Watertown\, MA\, 02472\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hye Cafe
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200311T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200311T200000
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CREATED:20160209T213059Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELED - Lenten Vigil Service
DESCRIPTION:Due to regulations related to COVID-19\, Wednesday Lenten Vigil Services are canceled.
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/lenten-vigil-service-6/2020-03-11/
LOCATION:St. James Armenian Church\, 465 Mt. Auburn St.\, Watertown\, MA\, 02472\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200318T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200318T200000
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SUMMARY:CANCELED - Lenten Vigil Service
DESCRIPTION:Due to regulations related to COVID-19\, Wednesday Lenten Vigil Services are canceled.
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/lenten-vigil-service-6/2020-03-18/
LOCATION:St. James Armenian Church\, 465 Mt. Auburn St.\, Watertown\, MA\, 02472\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200325T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200325T200000
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CREATED:20160209T213059Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELED - Lenten Vigil Service
DESCRIPTION:Due to regulations related to COVID-19\, Wednesday Lenten Vigil Services are canceled.
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/lenten-vigil-service-6/2020-03-25/
LOCATION:St. James Armenian Church\, 465 Mt. Auburn St.\, Watertown\, MA\, 02472\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200401T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200401T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120248
CREATED:20160209T213059Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELED - Lenten Vigil Service
DESCRIPTION:Due to regulations related to COVID-19\, Wednesday Lenten Vigil Services are canceled.
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/lenten-vigil-service-6/2020-04-01/
LOCATION:St. James Armenian Church\, 465 Mt. Auburn St.\, Watertown\, MA\, 02472\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200405
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200406
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SUMMARY:Palm Sunday - SERVICES CLOSED TO PUBLIC
DESCRIPTION:Due to public health regulations related to mitigating the exposure to and spread of COVID-19 (coronavirus)\, the ACYOA Palm Sunday Luncheon is canceled.\nChurch services will take place\, however they are NOT open to the public.  Information regarding virtual or streaming services will be sent out closer to the date. \n\n  \n 
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/palm-sunday-youth-day/
LOCATION:St. James Armenian Church\, 465 Mt. Auburn St.\, Watertown\, MA\, 02472\, United States
CATEGORIES:Feasts
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200409
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200410
DTSTAMP:20260405T120248
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SUMMARY:Great and Holy Thursday - SERVICES CLOSED TO PUBLIC
DESCRIPTION:8:30 PM | Remembrance of the Passion of Our Lord Jesus Christ (Khavaroom) \nLIVESTREAM AVAILABLE AT WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/STJAMESWATERTOWN \nAnother episode at the Last Supper is recalled during the evening service on Holy Thursday. "The Washing of the Feet" ceremony commemorates how Christ washed the feet of His apostles\, setting an example of humility and love. The priest in turn washes the feet of twelve church members\, usually young men. \nOn Holy Thursday\, an all-night vigil is kept in memory of the last sleepless night of our Lord on earth.  This service is called Khavaroom (darkness). Before He was arrested\, Jesus prayed in the Garden of Gethsemane and endured in solitude the agony of His impending death. Six sets of laments are chanted\, each followed by a Gospel reading depicting Christ's betrayal\, imprisonment\, torture\, trial\, sentence\, and crucifixion. Twelve lit candles\, 11 white and 1 black (representing Judas)\, are extinguished in pairs.
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/great-and-holy-thursday/
LOCATION:St. James Armenian Church\, 465 Mt. Auburn St.\, Watertown\, MA\, 02472\, United States
CATEGORIES:Feasts
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200410
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200411
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SUMMARY:Great and Holy Friday - SERVICES CLOSED TO PUBLIC
DESCRIPTION:7 PM | Remembrance of the Crucifixion and Burial of Our Lord Jesus Christ \nLIVESTREAM AVAILABLE AT WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/STJAMESWATERTOWN \nHoly Friday is the most solemn and sad day of the Christian calendar. The "Crucifixion Service\," usually held at midday\, recalls the suffering\, execution and death of our Lord\, memorialized amid readings from the psalms. In the evening\, a white tomb is placed in the chancel of the church for the "Entombment or Burial Service." The tomb is adorned with flowers and during the service is taken in procession around the church. As the faithful leave the church they approach the tomb\, kiss the Gospel book\, and take a flower in remembrance.
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/great-and-holy-friday/
LOCATION:St. James Armenian Church\, 465 Mt. Auburn St.\, Watertown\, MA\, 02472\, United States
CATEGORIES:Feasts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200412
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200413
DTSTAMP:20260405T120248
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LAST-MODIFIED:20200409T211205Z
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SUMMARY:Holy Easter Sunday - SERVICES CLOSED TO PUBLIC
DESCRIPTION:10 am | Divine Liturgy \nLIVESTREAM AVAILABLE AT WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/STJAMESWATERTOWN \nEaster Sunday celebrates the joy of the Resurrection and the promise of salvation for all humanity. Armenian Christians around the world exchange the Easter greeting: Krisdos haryav ee merelotz! Orhnyal eh harootiunun Krisdosee! Christ is risen from the dead! Blessed is the resurrection of Christ! \nFor each of us\, Easter is a time of personal renewal\, rebirth and enhancement of our covenant with God. We can feel this renewal in our hearts and souls\, and we see it in the world around us\, with the blossoming of flowers\, trees and green grass symbolizing the beginning of a new cycle of life.
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/holy-easter-sunday/
LOCATION:St. James Armenian Church\, 465 Mt. Auburn St.\, Watertown\, MA\, 02472\, United States
CATEGORIES:Feasts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200625T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200625T203000
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SUMMARY:Where Do We Go From Here?
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an opportunity for our parish to come together in Christian community and hear from our Black brothers and sisters in Christ\, to listen to their voices and experience\, and to reflect in humility and honesty on our own lives\, as we work to move forward in Christian love and witness. \nThis is an online event. \nLeading our conversation will be: \nThe Rt. Rev. Gayle Elizabeth Harris\nBishop Suffragan\, Episcopal Diocese of Massachusetts\nPast President of the Massachusetts Council of Churches \nRev. Carrington George Moore\nAssociate Pastor of discipleship & families at Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church\, Boston\, MA\nDirector of the Lydia Fellows Program at the Massachusetts Council of Churches \n**CLICK HERE TO RSVP**
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/where-do-we-go-from-here/
LOCATION:St. James Armenian Church\, 465 Mt. Auburn St.\, Watertown\, MA\, 02472\, United States
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SUMMARY:Armenian Festival To-Go!
DESCRIPTION:PLACE YOUR ORDERS TODAY!\nNew Menu Items! Pre-Order only by Friday\, July 24\n**CLICK HERE TO  VIEW THE MENU AND PLACE YOUR ORDER ONLINE**\nWe are pleased to offer a second installment of our Armenian Festival To-Go\, taking place on Sunday\, July 26. Similar in format to our event in June\, meals will be available for pre-ordered\, pre-paid curbside pick-up only. Meals will be prepared with limited volunteers\, in accordance with current public health guidelines. \nOrders may be placed online (preferred) by clicking on the button below\, or by calling the church office at 617.923.8860 to place your pre-paid order. Orders must be placed and paid for by Friday\, July 24. For everyone's safety\, we will not be accepting walk-up orders or any payment on July 26. Please note\, there will be no seating available on the St. James grounds. \nDelivery options are available for seniors in immediately neighboring towns who are not able to pick-up. To place a delivery order\, please call the church office at 617.923.8860
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/armenian-festival-to-go/
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SUMMARY:6th Pilgrimage to Jerusalem
DESCRIPTION:Join us this summer in the Holy Land! \nSt. James 6th Pilgrimage to JERUSALEM\nAugust 20 - September 1\, 2020\n12 Days of Biblical and Historic Discovery\nSpace is limited - reserve your spot today! Click below for full details.\nhttps://stjameswatertown.org/holy-land-pilgrimage/\n 
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/6th-pilgrimage-to-jerusalem/
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SUMMARY:Fall Kick-Off To Go!
DESCRIPTION:PLACE YOUR ORDERS TODAY\nPre-order only by Friday\, September 18 \n**VIEW MENU AND ORDER ONLINE HERE.** \nIn lieu of in-person events in September\, our Hye Cafe and Men's Club groups are joining forces for a to-go style event to kick-off the start of the fall season. Meals will be available for pre-order curbside pickup only\, similar to our Festival To-Go events held earlier this summer. Meals will be prepared with limited volunteers\, in accordance with current public health guidelines. No seating available on church grounds. \nAll meals must be pre-ordered and pre-paid by Friday\, September 18. Please note that quantities are limited\, and some items may sell out before the order deadline. \nOrders may be placed online (preferred) by clicking on the link above\, or by calling the church office at 617.923.8860 to place your pre-paid order. \n 
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/fall-kick-off-to-go/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210212T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210212T180000
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SUMMARY:Harissa Dinner Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:PLACE YOUR ORDERS TODAY\nPre-order only by Wednesday\, February 10 \n**CLICK HERE TO PLACE YOUR ORDER.** \nOnline ordering is now available for our Harissa Dinner To-Go Fundraiser\, taking place next Friday\, February 12th from 4-6 pm. Dinners will be available for pre-order curbside pickup only. Meals will be prepared with limited volunteers\, in accordance with current public health guidelines.   \nAll meals must be pre-ordered and pre-paid by Wednesday\, February 10. Please note that quantities are limited\, and dinners may sell out before the order deadline. \nDinners are $15 each and include harissa\, tourshi\, pita bread\, and a sweet treat for dessert. \nOrders may be placed online (preferred) by clicking on the link above\, or by calling the church office at 617.923.8860 to place your pre-paid order.  \nThis fundraiser is generously sponsored and lovingly prepared by the Haroutiounian sisters and their families. We thank them for their efforts in preparing this traditional meal for us all.
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/harissa-dinner-fundraiser/
LOCATION:St. James Armenian Church\, 465 Mt. Auburn St.\, Watertown\, MA\, 02472\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220327T123000
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SUMMARY:Plaque Dedication Ceremony of the James Hagop Totovian Court
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Sunday\, March 27 in the Charles Mosesian Cultural & Youth Center's Keljik Hall for the unveiling and dedication of the James Hagop Totovian Court's new plaque. The ceremony will begin immediately following Church services. A special reception will follow\, sponsored by the Totovian Family. \nThroughout the years\, thousands of people have come through the doors of our Charles Mosesian Cultural and Youth Center\, and have spent countless hours on the Keljik Hall and Mirak Hall floors in fellowship – playing sports\, attending dances\, weddings\, banquets\, the Bazaar and many other activities. \nAmong them was lifelong parishioner James "Jimmy" Totovian\, who passed away suddenly in 2019. Jimmy grew up at St. James\, together with his brothers Vaughan and Mark. He was a dedicated ACYOA member\, spending much of his time at St. James\, forming friendships and impacting so many lives. As a lasting memorial to Jim\, his family and friends came together to coordinate fundraising efforts for the renovation in 2020\, to replace the floor in Jim’s memory. On February 23\, 2020\, the Keljik Hall floor was dedicated as the “James Hagop Totovian Court."
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/plaque-dedication-ceremony-of-the-james-hagop-totovian-court/
LOCATION:St. James Armenian Church\, 465 Mt. Auburn St.\, Watertown\, MA\, 02472\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220502T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220502T210000
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SUMMARY:Men's Club Monthly Dinner and Fellowship
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, May 2 - Men's Club Monthly Dinner and Fellowship. \nGuest Speaker is Boston Globe journalist\, author\, and sports commentator Dan Shaughnessy\, speaking about his latest book\, "Wish it Lasted Forever: Life with the Larry Bird Celtics." \n$20 per person. \n6:15 pm Social Hour\n7 pm Losh Kebab and Kheyma Dinner \nAll are welcome.
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/mens-club-monthly-dinner-and-fellowship/
LOCATION:St. James Armenian Church\, 465 Mt. Auburn St.\, Watertown\, MA\, 02472\, United States
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SUMMARY:Vartavar Celebration!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our Annual Vartavar Celebration! \nInflatable Water Slide\n Water Balloons\n Sprinklers\, Pails\, Buckets\, and More!\n Ice Cream and Snacks!\n All ages welcome! \nSchool Street Parking Lot \nWater shoes and water friendly clothing encouraged - no flip flops please! \n**WHAT IS VARTAVAR?**\nVartavar is a water festival in Armenia that has been observed since pagan times and was adopted and adapted by Christianity. Vartavar is observed on the Feast of the Transfiguration of Our Lord - 14 Sundays after Easter. \nThe festival is celebrated on the streets of Yerevan where people use buckets\, cups and even hoses to douse friends\, family and complete strangers with water. \nThe day was originally dedicated to the pagan goddess Astghik\, the goddess of water\, love\, and fertility. Its name comes from the roses (vart means rose in Armenian; var means go up or rise) that were offered to her during the celebration.
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/vartavar-celebration/
LOCATION:St. James Armenian Church\, 465 Mt. Auburn St.\, Watertown\, MA\, 02472\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220801
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220802
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SUMMARY:22nd Annual Harold Partamian Golf Tournament
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n22nd Annual St. James Harold Partamian Golf Tournament \nhosted by the\nSt. James Men's Club\nwill be held on\nMonday\, August 1\, 2022 \nat the beautiful Oakley Country Club in Watertown\, MA. \nRain or Shine | Scramble Format | Raffle\, Silent Auction\, Live Auction\nFollowing the tournament - cocktails\, appetizers and banquet dinner at Oakley Country Club \nFor full details and to register online\, please visit www.stjameswatertown.org/golf. \n  \n 
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/21st-annual-golf-tournament/
LOCATION:Oakley Country Club\, 410 Belmont Street\, Watertown\, MA\, 02472\, United States
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SUMMARY:75th Annual Bazaar!
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date and join us for our 75th Annual Bazaar\, October 14-15! We are pleased to return to our traditional two-day Bazaar\, featuring delicious Armenian food\, fabulous delicacies and pastries\, silent auction\, booths and vendors\, raffles\, and more! We hope to see you there! \nClick to view Bazaar flyer.\nView our Bazaar page for full details  \nwww.stjameswatertown.org/bazaar
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/75th-annual-bazaar/
LOCATION:St. James Armenian Church\, 465 Mt. Auburn St.\, Watertown\, MA\, 02472\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221117T180000
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SUMMARY:Women's Guild Dinner & Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, November 17  \nNew members of all ages welcome! Join us to gather together and celebrate a wonderful Bazaar effort! This month\, Nicole Simmons will share her experiences over the past several years working with the Fuller Center for Housing in Armenia\, helping people build a safe decent home for their families. \n6pm | Dinner served at 6:30 pm. $20 per person. \nPlease RSVP to Lyn Kapilian by clicking here or call/text 978.265.7985.
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/womens-guild-coffee-and-dessert-social/
LOCATION:St. James Armenian Church\, 465 Mt. Auburn St.\, Watertown\, MA\, 02472\, United States
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