By Tom Vartabedian
NORTH ANDOVER, Mass. — As the Armenian world celebrates the prestige of four Olympic medals, including gold, all eyes are turning toward another important festivity, the 25th anniversary of Armenia’s Independence.
And Merrimack Valley is no exception.
The silver anniversary of Armenia’s liberation from Soviet rule will take place Sunday, Sept. 18, at 12:30 p.m. with a dinner and program in Jaffarian Hall, St. Gregory Church, 158 Main St., North Andover.
The event is being co-sponsored by the Lowell “Aharonian” Gomideh and Armenian National Committee of Merrimack Valley.
Main speaker will be Dr. Anna Ohanyan, professor of political science and international relations at Stonehill College.