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SUMMARY:Lenten Vigil Service & Lenten Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Lent is an opportunity for us to pause\, reflect\, and take time to return to the spiritual practices which fill our hearts with God’s presence and peace. \nWe invite you to join us each Wednesday during Lent at 7:00 pm for a weekly Lenten Vigil Service. \n\nThe service\, a combination of the daily Peace and Rest Services\, will be conducted in both Armenian and English. \n\nLenten Dinners are offered each week prior to the service\, beginning at 6pm. Please see post for details. All are welcome.
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/lenten-vigil-service-lenten-dinner/2025-03-12/
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SUMMARY:Saintly Women's Day (New England Region)
DESCRIPTION:Our St. James Women's Guild is pleased to host this year's Saintly Women's Day celebration on Saturday\, March 15\, commemorating St. Gayane and welcoming Rev. Laura Everett\, Executive Director of the Massachusetts Council of Churches as the guest speaker. View flyer for full details. \nThis gathering is open to the women of all New England area parishes. Parishes are asked to collect RSVPs as a group and submit to Women's Guild Chair Laura Bresnee. Contact info is located on the flyer.
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/saintly-womens-day-new-england-retion/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250316T190000
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SUMMARY:St. James Book Club Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, March 16 - St. James Book Club. We are pleased to announce our next gathering! We will discuss The Correspondent by Virginia Evans. \nFor planning purposes\, please RSVP to Yn. Natasha (contact info may be found in the flyer.)
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/st-james-book-club-gathering/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T200000
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SUMMARY:Lenten Vigil Service & Lenten Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Lent is an opportunity for us to pause\, reflect\, and take time to return to the spiritual practices which fill our hearts with God’s presence and peace. \nWe invite you to join us each Wednesday during Lent at 7:00 pm for a weekly Lenten Vigil Service. \n\nThe service\, a combination of the daily Peace and Rest Services\, will be conducted in both Armenian and English. \n\nLenten Dinners are offered each week prior to the service\, beginning at 6pm. Please see post for details. All are welcome.
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/lenten-vigil-service-lenten-dinner/2025-03-19/
LOCATION:St. James Armenian Church\, 465 Mt. Auburn St.\, Watertown\, MA\, 02472\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T203000
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SUMMARY:Evening of Fellowship to Welcome Jenna Soiles
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, March 20 - All women of our St. James parish are invited to an evening of Fellowship to welcome Jenna Soiles\, wife of our new Pastoral Intern Dn. Adam Bullock\, and to celebrate with her as they prepare to welcome their baby boy in a few months! Please see invitation for full details.  \nPlease RSVP to Yn. Natasha by Wednesday\, March 19th via e-mail or call/text to the number on the flyer.
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/evening-of-fellowship-to-welcome-jenna-soiles/
LOCATION:St. James Armenian Church\, 465 Mt. Auburn St.\, Watertown\, MA\, 02472\, United States
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SUMMARY:ACYOA Seniors New England Regional Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, March 22 - ACYOA Seniors New England Regional Retreat. Organized by the ACYOA Central Council\, hosted this year by our St. James ACYOA Seniors. View flyer for full details. Register here.
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/acyoa-seniors-new-england-regional-retreat/
LOCATION:St. James Armenian Church\, 465 Mt. Auburn St.\, Watertown\, MA\, 02472\, United States
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SUMMARY:Fellowship Hour in Honor of Michael Shooshan
DESCRIPTION:Please join us on Sunday\, March 23 to recognize longtime parishioner and volunteer Michael Shooshan for his efforts and dedication to our parish throughout the years\, and to wish him well as he prepares to move out of state in the coming weeks. \nMichael has given his time week after week at Tuesday Bingo for many decades\, following in the footsteps of his late mother Norma. He also gives his time volunteering at and supporting many other parish events\, including Hye Cafe\, the Festival and Bazaar\, and more. \nMichael and his sister Sonya are true examples of devoted service\, and they have been generous in their support of our parish for many years. We will miss their regular presence at St. James.
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/fellowship-hour-in-honor-of-michael-shooshan/
LOCATION:St. James Armenian Church\, 465 Mt. Auburn St.\, Watertown\, MA\, 02472\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T200000
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SUMMARY:Lenten Vigil Service & Lenten Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Lent is an opportunity for us to pause\, reflect\, and take time to return to the spiritual practices which fill our hearts with God’s presence and peace. \nWe invite you to join us each Wednesday during Lent at 7:00 pm for a weekly Lenten Vigil Service. \n\nThe service\, a combination of the daily Peace and Rest Services\, will be conducted in both Armenian and English. \n\nLenten Dinners are offered each week prior to the service\, beginning at 6pm. Please see post for details. All are welcome.
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/lenten-vigil-service-lenten-dinner/2025-03-26/
LOCATION:St. James Armenian Church\, 465 Mt. Auburn St.\, Watertown\, MA\, 02472\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T200000
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SUMMARY:Lenten Vigil Service & Lenten Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Lent is an opportunity for us to pause\, reflect\, and take time to return to the spiritual practices which fill our hearts with God’s presence and peace. \nWe invite you to join us each Wednesday during Lent at 7:00 pm for a weekly Lenten Vigil Service. \n\nThe service\, a combination of the daily Peace and Rest Services\, will be conducted in both Armenian and English. \n\nLenten Dinners are offered each week prior to the service\, beginning at 6pm. Please see post for details. All are welcome.
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/lenten-vigil-service-lenten-dinner/2025-04-02/
LOCATION:St. James Armenian Church\, 465 Mt. Auburn St.\, Watertown\, MA\, 02472\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250406T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250406T123000
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SUMMARY:Prayers for Healing & Blessing of Water
DESCRIPTION:We invite faithful to take part in a special service on Sunday\, April 6. Divine Liturgy will begin at 10 am\, followed by the "Prayers for Healing" Service. This quiet\, meditative service is an opportunity to experience and share in the power of prayer as the Body of Christ as we pray for each other\, our community and for the world.
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/prayers-for-healing-blessing-of-water/
LOCATION:St. James Armenian Church\, 465 Mt. Auburn St.\, Watertown\, MA\, 02472\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250407T203000
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SUMMARY:Men's Club Welcomes Harut Sassounian
DESCRIPTION:Monday\,  April 7 - Men's Club Monthly Dinner and Fellowship with Speaker Harut Sassounian and a presentation from the Shahbazian Foundation. Harut Sassounian is a publisher\, syndicated columnist\, human rights activist\, author\, and founder of the Armenia Artsakh Fund\, which has delivered a billion dollars of humanitarian aid to Armenia over the past 35 years.  View flyer for full details. \n6:15 pm mezze. 7 pm Dinner. $25 per person. All are welcome.
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/mens-club-welcomes-harut-sassounian/
LOCATION:St. James Armenian Church\, 465 Mt. Auburn St.\, Watertown\, MA\, 02472\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250409T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250409T200000
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SUMMARY:Lenten Vigil Service & Lenten Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Lent is an opportunity for us to pause\, reflect\, and take time to return to the spiritual practices which fill our hearts with God’s presence and peace. \nWe invite you to join us each Wednesday during Lent at 7:00 pm for a weekly Lenten Vigil Service. \n\nThe service\, a combination of the daily Peace and Rest Services\, will be conducted in both Armenian and English. \n\nLenten Dinners are offered each week prior to the service\, beginning at 6pm. Please see post for details. All are welcome.
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/lenten-vigil-service-lenten-dinner/2025-04-09/
LOCATION:St. James Armenian Church\, 465 Mt. Auburn St.\, Watertown\, MA\, 02472\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T203000
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SUMMARY:Women's Guild Dinner Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, April 10 - Women's Guild Dinner Meeting with Speaker Dr. Knarik Arkun\, Director of Neuropathology and Autopsy at Tufts Medical Center\, and Associate Professor at Tufts University School of Medicine. Dr. Arkun will offer a presentation entitled "Heart & Brain: An Introduction to Wholesome Living." \nWomen of all ages are welcome. \nPlease RSVP to Janice Kavjian via e-mail or phone to the information on the flyer.
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/womens-guild-dinner-meeting/
LOCATION:St. James Armenian Church\, 465 Mt. Auburn St.\, Watertown\, MA\, 02472\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T123000
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SUMMARY:Private St. James Screening of "King of Kings"
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, April 12 - Join us for a private showing for St. James families of the new animated motion picture "King of Kings" - The Story of Jesus\, as told by Charles Dickens and seen through the eyes of a child. \nRated PG. $10 per person. Please contact Yn. Natasha with any questions. \nView details and purchase tickets here.
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/private-st-james-screening-of-king-of-kings/
LOCATION:St. James Armenian Church\, 465 Mt. Auburn St.\, Watertown\, MA\, 02472\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T203000
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SUMMARY:Easter Eve Divine Liturgy
DESCRIPTION:We encourage all faithful to join us to celebrate the Glorious Resurrection of Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. \nAPRIL 19 – GREAT AND HOLY SATURDAY \n6:15 pm | Reading of Scriptures (Armenian School Students & ACYOA Members)\n7:00 pm | Easter Eve Divine Liturgy (Jurakalooytz) \nHome Blessing and Reception to follow\, hosted by the St. Sahag & St. Mesrob Armenian School.
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/easter-eve-divine-liturgy/
LOCATION:St. James Armenian Church\, 465 Mt. Auburn St.\, Watertown\, MA\, 02472\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250420T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250420T130000
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SUMMARY:Easter Sunday Divine Liturgy
DESCRIPTION:We encourage all faithful to join us to celebrate the Glorious Resurrection of Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. \nAPRIL 20 – HOLY EASTER SUNDAY \n8:00 am |  Morning Service\n9:30 am | Blessing of the Four Corners of the World (Antasdan)\n10:00 am | Divine Liturgy \nFollowing Divine Liturgy\, Fr. Arakel will distribute Nushkhar to all faithful in attendance.  \nJoin us after services in the Charles Mosesian Cultural and Youth Center - Keljik Hall for a special Easter Fellowship! All are welcome. Select items from the Women's Guild Easter Bake Sale will also be available for purchase.
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/easter-sunday-divine-liturgy/
LOCATION:St. James Armenian Church\, 465 Mt. Auburn St.\, Watertown\, MA\, 02472\, United States
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SUMMARY:April Hye Cafe
DESCRIPTION:HYE CAFÉ | FRIDAY\, APRIL 25 \nJoin us for the last Hye Café of the season! \nDelicious Armenian Food\, Fellowship\, and Live Armenian Music and more. \nShish\, Losh\, and Chicken Kebab\, Baked Haddock\, Imam Bayeldi and more. \nLive Armenian Music!\nLeon Janikian – clarinet\, Bob Raphalian – oud\nJoe Sarkisian – drum and vocals\, Dave Ansbigian – guitar and vocals. \nDoors open at 6:15pm – Kitchen opens at 6:30pm. \nTable reservations for parties of 6 or more may be made\nby Thursday\, April 24th to the Church office. \nJoin the Hye Café Volunteer Crew! For more information\, please contact Linda Sahagian.
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/april-hye-cafe/
LOCATION:St. James Armenian Church\, 465 Mt. Auburn St.\, Watertown\, MA\, 02472\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T123000
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SUMMARY:Armenian Genocide Remembrance
DESCRIPTION:SUNDAY\, APRIL 27 \nPRAYER AT THE MARTYRS MONUMENT AND MADAGH BLESSING\nIN REMEMBRANCE OF THE ARMENIAN GENOCIDE \nImmediately Following Divine Liturgy Fr. Arakel will lead us in a Prayer for the Intercession of the Holy Martyrs of the Armenian Genocide. The Blessing of Madagh will follow.
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/armenian-genocide-remembrance/
LOCATION:St. James Armenian Church\, 465 Mt. Auburn St.\, Watertown\, MA\, 02472\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T181500
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SUMMARY:Men's Club Monthly Dinner Meeting
DESCRIPTION:ST. JAMES MEN’S CLUB DINNER AND FELLOWSHIP \nMONDAY\, MAY 5 \nFeaturing Speakers Bobby McShane and Gail Boroyan  \nDelRose McShane Team of Coldwell Banker Real Estate in Belmont \nThey will speak about the local real estate market in the area\, including sales trends\, and market trends and factors that affect pricing. \n6:15pm Mezze\, 7:00pm Losh Kebab & Kheyma Dinner. \n$25 per person. Ladies welcome.
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/mens-club-monthly-dinner-meeting-20/
LOCATION:St. James Armenian Church\, 465 Mt. Auburn St.\, Watertown\, MA\, 02472\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250505T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250505T203000
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SUMMARY:Men's Club Monthly Dinner & Fellowship
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the May Men's Club Dinner & Fellowship\, featuring speakers Bobby McShane and Gail Boroyan of the DelRose McShane Team of Coldwell Banker Real Estate in Belmont.  \nThey will speak about the local real estate market in the area\, including sales trends\, and market trends and factors that affect pricing. \n6:15pm Mezze\, 7:00pm Losh Kebab & Kheyma Dinner.\n$25 per person.\nLadies welcome.
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/mens-club-monthly-dinner-fellowship/
LOCATION:St. James Armenian Church\, 465 Mt. Auburn St.\, Watertown\, MA\, 02472\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T120856
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T143506Z
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SUMMARY:Women's Guild Dinner Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, May 15 - Women of all ages are welcome! \nJoin us as we welcome Lori Kashgegian\, who will speak about travel\, outreach\, and learning about different cultures. \n6:30 pm Dinner.\n$20 per person.\nPlease RSVP to Laura Bresnee.
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/womens-guild-dinner-meeting-2/
LOCATION:St. James Armenian Church\, 465 Mt. Auburn St.\, Watertown\, MA\, 02472\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250608T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250608T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T120856
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SUMMARY:St. James Armenian Festival!
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date for our annual St. James Armenian Festival on Sunday\, June 8 from noon to 5pm! Enjoy delicious Armenian food\, live music and dancing\, children's activities\, and more! \nFull details to follow.
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/st-james-armenian-festival/
LOCATION:St. James Armenian Church\, 465 Mt. Auburn St.\, Watertown\, MA\, 02472\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T120856
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SUMMARY:St. James Book Club Gathering
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to announce that our next St. James Book Club meeting will take place on Thursday\, June 12 at 7 pm! \nWe will discuss The Secret Keepers of Old Depot Grocery by Amanda Cox. \nFor planning purposes\, please RSVP to Yn. Natasha. All are welcome!
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/st-james-book-club-gathering-2/
LOCATION:St. James Armenian Church\, 465 Mt. Auburn St.\, Watertown\, MA\, 02472\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T120856
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T194725Z
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SUMMARY:Little Saints Gathering
DESCRIPTION:ST. JAMES LITTLE SAINTS\nNEXT GATHERING - SATURDAY\, JUNE 14 \nThe next Little Saints gathering will take place on Saturday\, June 14th at 10 am! All children birth through age 4 are welcome to attend with a parent. \nThis ministry is designed to bring our youngest children into our churches so that they become familiar with the sights and sounds of the Church Sanctuary before entering Sunday School\, and to have parents participate while getting to know one another in order to build relationships and  foster community. \nGatherings include open play\, a craft\, circle time with an object lesson\, and a trip to the Sanctuary. \nPlease click here to register and RSVP (new and returning families.)
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/little-saints-gathering/
LOCATION:St. James Armenian Church\, 465 Mt. Auburn St.\, Watertown\, MA\, 02472\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T183000
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SUMMARY:Women's Guild Trip to Foxwoods
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, June 18 - Women's Guild trip to Foxwoods. \n8:30 am departure from St. James. \n$50 per person - includes round trip bus and gratuity for driver. \nSchedule\n8:30 am     Promptly depart St. James\n10:15 am    Arrive at Foxwoods\n4:30 pm     Depart Foxwoods\n6:30 pm     Arrive at St. James \nPlease RSVP to Lori Tagarelis and make check payable to St. James Women's Guild. \n*Please note that there will be NO REFUNDS*
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/womens-guild-trip-to-foxwoods/
LOCATION:St. James Armenian Church\, 465 Mt. Auburn St.\, Watertown\, MA\, 02472\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250712T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250712T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T120856
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T205041Z
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SUMMARY:Women's Guild Game Night
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, July 12\nWomen’s Guild Game Night!\n4-9 pm \nJoin us for a fun summer evening! We’ll have games for you to choose\, or bring your favorite. Light refreshments will be provided – $5 per person. \nPlease RSVP for planning purposes to Laura Bresnee (information on flyer).
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/womens-guild-game-night/
LOCATION:St. James Armenian Church\, 465 Mt. Auburn St.\, Watertown\, MA\, 02472\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250727T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250727T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T120856
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T205442Z
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SUMMARY:Feast of the Transfiguration of Our Lord
DESCRIPTION:FEAST OF TRANSFIGURATION \nSunday\, July 27th\, is the Feast of the Transfiguration of Our Lord\, Aylagerbootyoon or Baydzaragerbootyoon in Armenian. The feast marks Christ's appearance with a resplendent countenance to three of His disciples\, Peter\, John\, and James\, on the holy mountain of Galilee\, also known as Mount Tabor. In Armenia\, it is also known as Vartavar (the Festival of Roses) after the old pagan feast\, which it replaced. \nRead 8 Things to Know about the Transfiguration \nPlease note: in accordance with the canons of the Armenian Church\, Requiem Services may not be performed on the five major feast days of the Armenian Church. Requests for Requiem Services may be made for the following Sunday.
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/8148/
LOCATION:St. James Armenian Church\, 465 Mt. Auburn St.\, Watertown\, MA\, 02472\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250727T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250727T133000
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SUMMARY:Annual Vartavar Celebration!
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date and join us for our Annual Vartavar Celebration! View flyer. \nInflatable Water Slide | Water Balloons | Sprinklers\, Pails\, Buckets\, and More!\nIce Cream and Snacks! | All ages welcome!  \nWhat is Vartavar? Vartavar is a water festival in Armenia that has been celebrated since pagan times and was adopted and adapted by Christianity. Watch a video about Vartavar prepared by the Eastern Diocese.
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/annual-vartavar-celebration/
LOCATION:St. James Armenian Church\, 465 Mt. Auburn St.\, Watertown\, MA\, 02472\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250728
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250729
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SUMMARY:St. James 25th Annual Harold Partamian Golf Tournament
DESCRIPTION:Registration is open for the St. James 25th Annual Harold Partamian Golf Tournament!  \nHosted by the St. James Men's Club. Monday\, July 28 - Oakley Country Club\, Watertown\, MA. \nScramble Format - open to the first 132 golfers. \nRaffle\, Silent Auction. Lunch provided. After golf\, cocktails\, appetizers\, and banquet dinner. \nView full details here. \nRegister online here.
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/st-james-25th-annual-harold-partamian-golf-tournament/
LOCATION:Oakley Country Club\, 410 Belmont Street\, Watertown\, MA\, 02472\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250817T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250817T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T120856
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T205243Z
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SUMMARY:Feast of the Assumption and Blessing of Grapes
DESCRIPTION:ՏՕՆ ՎԵՐԱՓՈԽՄԱՆ ՍԲ. ԱՍՏՈՒԱԾԱԾՆԻ\nFEAST OF THE ASSUMPTION AND BLESSING OF GRAPES\nSUNDAY\, AUGUST 18 \nThe Feast of the Assumption of the Holy Mother of God (Asdvadzadzin)\, one of the five major feasts of the Armenian Church\, commemorates the bodily ascent of the Virgin Mary (assumption) into heaven by her son Jesus Christ after her death. \nDivine Liturgy will begin at 10:00 am\, followed by the Blessing of Grapes Service. Donations of grapes for the service are gratefully accepted. Those who wish to make a donation are asked to contact the church office. \nWhy do we bless grapes? Read more about this feast day on our website. \nIn accordance with the canons of the Armenian Church\, Requiem Services will not be performed on this day. Requests for Requiem Services may be made for the following Sunday\, August 24. 
URL:https://stjameswatertown.org/event/feast-of-the-assumption-and-blessing-of-grapes/
LOCATION:St. James Armenian Church\, 465 Mt. Auburn St.\, Watertown\, MA\, 02472\, United States
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