Dear parishioners, community members and friends of the Armenian All Saints Apostolic Church,

Our annual Blessing of the Grapes Fest will be a 2-day event this year, Saturday, August 17th (5pm-10pm) and Sunday, August 18th (1pm-7pm). The Blessing of the Grapes ceremony will take place at 4pm on Sunday.

Please join us and enjoy the delicious food, Armenian music and dancing. Entertainment by DJ Armen Papazian on Saturday, and live music on Sunday by Chicago's Own - Shahan Alexanian (keyboard), Mark Gavoor (oud, vocals), Jim Hardy (clarinet), John Paklaian (dumbeg, vocals), Shant Paklaian (dumbeg, vocals) and Greg Tootooian (tambourine) . Special performance by the Hamazkayin Sardarabad Dance Ensemble Sunday at 4:30pm.

For many years, this fundraiser has been a huge financial success, as a result of our community's collective teamwork. We appreciate the dedicated workers and volunteers from the Fest Committee, Ladies Guild, Board of Trustees, ARF, ARS, AYF, Hamazkayin, Homenetmen, Taniel Varoujan Armenian School and supporters like you!

The money we raise supports the church’s general operating fund and helps to keep our church and community center vibrant. A portion of this year's proceeds will be allocated to the replacement of the Church roof. Now more than ever we need your support, and your donation will make a huge difference. We kindly ask that you please consider buying a raffle ticket.

Tickets are $100/each:

1^st Prize - $3,500 cash

2^nd Prize - $1,000 cash

3^rd Prize - $500 cash

The drawing will be held on Sunday, August 18th, during the fest. Winners need not be present.

We thank you in advance for your continued support and generosity. Your donation is tax deductible.

If you have any questions, please contact:

Rafi Krikorian (847) 209-0391, rafi.krikorian1@gmail.com or

Lena Surenian (847) 334-3405, lenasurenian@gmail.com

Armenian All Saints Apostolic Church 2024 Raffle

By Armenian All Saints Apostolic Church

Armenian All Saints Apostolic Church 2024 Raffle

Please support our Church and Community Center!