Maireny Soulakian is the “Mother Figure of Chicago” who mirrors the essence of the AYF Varadian Spirit award for giving back to the community and “making it better.” She has been a lifelong dedicated supporter […]
The Killian family certainly has a respected place in the Chicago community scene. Following in the footsteps of his father Ara and grandfather Arshag, Raffi was named this year’s Olympic King. Like Ara, he was […]
The introduction of Karine Birazian Shnorhokian as Olympic queen included the proper term “all star” in describing her various achievements. “Special K” (a term some use in referring to Karine) did it all. Her athletic […]
Maro Garabedian Dionisopoulos is a name, face and personality known to so many across generations. “Maro is our AYF and community icon,” reflected longtime friend Harry Kushigian. “Everyone loves her warm smile and caring heart.” […]
“….I could never give back enough for what I gained from AYF…” That’s what Mike Shamlian said after he was chosen Olympic king along with his longtime close friend Rich Keshgegian. “It is truly special.” […]
A pair of lifelong AYF members with at least 100 years of community service between them were honored during the 2018 AYF Olympics weekend. Glenn Papazian and Andrew Kzirian received the Varadian Spirit Award. For […]
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