Congressman also participated
Khachverats is one of the most joyous holidays devoted to the Cross of the Savior and it was celebrated with splendor at the Armenian Holy Martyrs Church in New York this year. The Andastan service was held outside after the holy mass.
Among participants were Congressman Harry Ackerman, representatives of New York state and city councils Mark Veprin, Daniel Hallora and David Veprin who conveyed their warm wishes to the attendees. Armenians presented their works at a fair organized during the opening ceremony.
The attendees tasted Armenian cuisine, including Armenian barbecue and more.
The attendees applauded the performances by New York's "Armenian Children" pop orchestra headed by soloist Ashot Logyan, "Aratsani" and "Armenian Dance" dance ensembles adjunct to the Holy Martyrs Church and individual performers.
The Khachverats celebration ended late at night.
Robert Karapetyan
New York
Photos by Robert Karapetyan
