WATERTOWN, Mass.—The Armenian Library and Museum of America (ALMA) will transform into an exciting children’s center for ALMA’s annual Family Day on Sun., March 20. The free event will take place from 2-4 p.m. and is open to all families looking for an afternoon packed with fun-filled activities and excitement.ALMA’s Contemporary Art Galleries will feature a broad range of engaging activity stations that teach children about the life, history, and culture of the Armenian people. Storyteller David Elizian will bring comical Armenian children’s stories to life with wits and props. Elizian, who is an actor trained in Yerevan, has been active teaching dramatic arts in Boston-area Armenian schools for many years.
At the colorful “Costume Corner,” children will have an opportunity to try on vibrant traditional Armenian costumes. An assortment of paint, crayons, crafts paper, colored pencils, and other supplies will be provided to those who prefer to practice their art skills at the “Craft Center.” At the end of the program, ALMA curators Susan and Gary Lind-Sinanian will teach children and their family basic steps to traditional Armenian dances. To keep up their energy, a delicious snack station will be provided the children with varieties of pizza, cookies, and other kid-friendly finger foods.
ALMA is located at 65 Main St. in Watertown. Parking is available in the municipal lot located directly behind ALMA’s building.
For more information about Family Day, visit the Calendar of Events page on ALMA’s website, www.almainc.org.
Great work ALMA. No greater mission than to teach our young. The community based program of ALMA are impressive and a very effective service to our people and the general public.