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The Photograph.
“What made me produce this book was my first visit to Ani more than ten years ago, where I was amazed by the ancient monuments and wanted...
Feb 2, 20111 min read
Ancient Church Discovered in Western Turkey.
A site to rival Ephesus, perhaps? Via Asbarez.com ISTANBUL (Hurriyet Daily News)–An ancient church mentioned in the Bible has been...
Feb 2, 20111 min read
Suicide Rate Grows in Armenia, Most Suicides Committed by the Unemployed.
A population that needs support now is crying out for help. Via The Armenian Observer Blog The number of suicides grew 18,9% in Armenia...
Feb 2, 20111 min read
FAR helps young Diaspora Armenians to discover their own Armenia in a very unique way.
For those in the Diaspora, living in multiple cultures is something many Armenian-Americans know well. Despite growing up in America,...
Feb 2, 20111 min read
Armenia, Karabakh Hail South Sudan’s Vote For Independence.
Inspiration is seen in South Sudan’s referendum. Via Asbarez.com YEREVAN (RFE/RL)–Armenia and Nagorno-Karabakh welcomed on Monday an...
Feb 1, 20111 min read
Supply Drive Creates Kinship Between Armenians.
The FAR drive was led by our ACYOA Seniors of The Armenian Church of Holy Translators (ACHT), located in Framingham, MA. In early...
Feb 1, 20112 min read
FAR CME Program for Provincial Physicians Continues to Reach New Regions of Armenia.
Members of FAR's Continuing Medical Education Program (CME) recently visited the Ararat region of Armenia to promote CME amongst more of...
Feb 1, 20111 min read
Anthology of Armenian American Poetry Published in Armenia.
A new anthology of poetry focuses on writers from the Diaspora. Via The Armenian Reporter Yerevan - Armenian-language book Armenian...
Jan 31, 20111 min read
Jamgochians, Father and Son, to Exhibit, Perform in DC Area.
If you’re in Washington this weekend, a two for one show. Via The Armenian Reporter Rockville, Md. - On February 6 Glenview Mansion Art...
Jan 31, 20111 min read
Armenian Ad Watch
Words can be unnecessary. Orange is the key brand of France Telecom, one of the world's leading telecommunications operators. Orange...
Jan 31, 20111 min read
Christmas in the Armenian Church.
Wanna learn more? Via The Eastern Diocese of the Armenian Church of America
Dec 23, 20101 min read
FAR Wishes You A Merry Christmas and A Happy New Year.
Dear Friends, We hope you enjoy this holiday season. Despite its somewhat hectic nature, Christmas is indeed a special time to appreciate...
Dec 23, 20101 min read
GTech Concludes Training Program.
After completing a specialized training program, six of Gyumri’s IT specialists are now qualified IT teachers. This program, a joint...
Dec 22, 20101 min read
Yerevan to host premiere staging of Aida opera by Verdi on December 23.
Verdi's "Aida" opera will be premiered in Yerevan. Via PanArmenianNet PanARMENIAN.Net - Armenian Minister of Culture Hasmik Poghosyan...
Dec 22, 20101 min read
Donors Bring Support to the Tavush Region in time for Christmas.
FAR has tried to support the children of the Tavush region in recent years. This Christmas generous donors have helped us to continue...
Dec 22, 20102 min read
Hand in Hand: Building relationships. Bridging a gap.
ACYOA and FAR are thinking out of the box. Over the past few weeks the organizations have joined forces, producing a unique initiative...
Dec 22, 20102 min read
Armenian New Year Traditions.
Get ready. Via Father Time's Net The ancient Armenians had been celebrating the coming of the New Year on the 21st of March. That date is...
Dec 22, 20101 min read
Peter Balakian Presents His Books on The Armenian Genocide.
Balakian reveals more about Black Dog of Fate and some of his other work… Via The Armenian Observer Blog A prominent Armenian American...
Dec 21, 20101 min read
New York Church Has Success in Gift Drive.
The senior ACYOA of St. Gregory the Enlightener in White Plains, NY, has participated in the Hand in Hand art supply drive since November...
Dec 21, 20101 min read
Cleaning Sevan.
Since 2005, the Armenian Government has been paying particularly close attention to maintaining the ecological balance of Lake Sevan,...
Dec 20, 20101 min read
Gyumri Holds First Art Exhibition at New City Hall; Artist Wins Gold Medal.
December 15 was another memorable day in the cultural life of Gyumri, a city of art and unique architecture. Recently, the city’s newly...
Dec 20, 20101 min read
IT Homework: New System Helps Parents Keep up with Children’s Class Work via Internet.
Interesting idea, but will it work? By Karine Ionesyan via ArmeniaNow Information technologies are gradually replacing busy Armenian...
Dec 20, 20101 min read
Jerair Nishanian Scholars Receive Christmas Surprise.
Christmas and New Years are very special holidays for all of us. For years it’s been a tradition at FAR to present our program...
Dec 20, 20101 min read
Love (And Marriage), Armenian Style.
When it comes to theater, you win some, you lose some. By Aram Kouyoumdjian via Asbarez.com Christmas came early this year for...
Dec 20, 20101 min read
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