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Armenian Dialects Face Extinction as Standard Language Dominates
If Armenian becomes monochrome: What language will our grandchildren speak?
An essay published in The Armenian Weekly examines the decline of Armenian regional dialects, using the author's grandmother's speech as a focal point. The piece argues that standardized, textbook Armenian is replacing the rich linguistic variations that once characterized differ
Artist Senia Baloyan explores loss and silence through paint
An underwater village and silenced pain in Senia Baloyan’s art
Senia Baloyan, a young Armenian artist from Shirakavan in Shirak Province, creates works rooted in personal and collective memory. Her artistic journey began at age 17 under her father's encouragement and continues today under mentor Samvel Galstyan at the Gyumri Branch of the St
Life as an Unfinished Painting: Embracing Growth and Change
Keeping the painting on the easel
An essay in The Armenian Weekly explores life through the metaphor of a painting that remains perpetually on the easel rather than a finished work hung on a wall. The author argues that viewing life as an ongoing creative process—fluid, dynamic and ever-changing—allows individual
AYF D.C. Hosts Second Annual Capital Ball
AYF D.C. hosts second annual Capital Ball
The Armenian Youth Federation's Washington D.C. chapter held its second annual Capital Ball on May 2, 2026, in Bethesda, Maryland, drawing AYF members, alumni and supporters from across the Eastern U.S. The event celebrated chapter accomplishments and fundraised for cultural and
Volunteers Build Homes in Armenia Through Service Work
Build a home in Armenia
A Boston-area family is returning to Armenia for a sixth volunteer trip to build homes for families in need, according to an essay published in The Armenian Weekly. The author reflects on how Armenia travel has evolved over two decades—from church-sponsored sightseeing tours focu
Reflections on Life, Career, and Personal Growth
Keeping the Painting on the Easel – Reflections on Life, Career, and the Art of Continually Becoming
An essay by Hratch Tchilingirian explores the philosophy that life is not a finished work but an ongoing creative process. Drawing on artistic metaphors, the piece reflects on the nature of personal development, career trajectories, and the importance of continuous growth and cha
A Belgian-Armenian's Journey to Village Life in Artsakh
A village called Kornidzor
A diaspora Armenian from Belgium spent four months living in Kornidzor, a village of roughly 1,000 residents in the Artsakh mountains, following a sabbatical from work. The author, who grew up speaking little Armenian, documented daily life in the village—from learning the langua
Armenian Night at the Pops celebrates U.S. 250th anniversary
A unique night marks the 250th anniversary of the United States
The 74th annual "Armenian Night at the Pops" took place May 23 at Boston Symphony Hall, dedicated to the United States' 250th anniversary. Boston Pops conductor Keith Lockhart programmed a rare work by Armenian-American composer Alan Hovhaness titled "Ode to Freedom," originally
AUA Honors Late President Dr. Haroutune K. Armenian
AUA Celebrates the Legacy of Late President Dr. Haroutune K. Armenian
The American University of Armenia (AUA) held a commemoration on June 3 to celebrate the legacy of its late president, Dr. Haroutune K. Armenian. The event, held in Yerevan, featured personal stories and reflections from those who knew and worked with Dr. Armenian. The gathering
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This Glendale jewelry store specializes in jewelry repair services and custom design work, with skilled craftsmen handling everything from ring resizing and stone setting to watch repair and restoration. The shop also offers appraisals, buying services for gold and diamonds, and a selection of fine jewelry pieces for purchase.
Chicago Armenians Mark 108th Anniversary of First Republic
Remembering May 28, renewing our responsibility
The Armenian community in Chicago commemorated May 28, the 108th anniversary of the establishment of the First Republic of Armenia in 1918, with a weekend of events centered on remembrance and community renewal. Homenetmen Chicago hosted a family gathering Friday evening at the A
Armenian Poet Diana Arterian Publishes Award-Winning Collection
Diana Arterian brings Agrippina’s story into the present
Diana Arterian, an Armenian-American poet based in Los Angeles, has published "Agrippina the Younger," a collection that won the Poetry Society of America's William Carlos Williams Award and was named a best poetry collection of 2025 by Electric Literature and Ms. Magazine. The b
Homenetmen New Jersey marches in Fort Lee Memorial Day parade
Homenetmen New Jersey honors fallen heroes in Memorial Day parade
Homenetmen scouts from New Jersey participated in Fort Lee's Memorial Day parade on May 25, joining thousands of community members, veterans, and local organizations to honor those who died in U.S. military service. The event also marked America's 250th anniversary. The parade in