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March 28, 2012
"Sweet Escape" to AGBU YP Northern California 13th Annual Winter Gala Weekend Raises $8,500 for AGBU Hye Geen Pregnant Women's Centers in Armenia
Complete with lifelong memories of friendship and camaraderie, hundreds of Armenian young professionals from across North America converged President's Day weekend in San Francisco for the 13th annual YP Northern California (YPNC) Winter Gala. Representing the largest Gala in recent years, $8,500 was raised for the AGBU Hye Geen Pregnant Women's Centers in Armenia, which provide prenatal care and education to women in Talin, Vanadzor and Yeghvart. "The success of this year's Gala exceeded our expectations and we are proud to support such a worthy cause as AGBU Hye Geen," said Steven Cherezian, YPNC Chairman and Winter Gala 2012 Chairman. "Thank you to all of our attendees and donors; they are the reason the weekend was so enjoyable and successful." Since its inception, YPNC has generously donated over $67,000 to worthwhile programs locally and in Armenia. The sold-out weekend kicked off Friday, February 17, with a welcome reception at the Sir Francis Drake Hotel in Union Square, followed by dancing and mingling at Monroe Night Club where DJ Raffy and DJ Tigran entertained a packed crowd of 300 young professionals. Stepping out Saturday morning, out-of-towners and locals alike were treated to a free walking tour of the city by YPNC Treasurer Greg Nemet visiting popular neighborhoods, including William Saroyan Place, while learning some local history along the way. Later that evening, the signature "Sweet Escape" Winter Gala Dinner took place in the majestic Green Room at the San Francisco War Memorial & Performing Arts Center. More than 250 attendees dined to a gourmet meal and enjoyed Armenian dancing to the sounds of DJ Raffy, which was then followed by an after party at Morrac with DJ Tigran. Sunday afternoon brought the newest addition to the Winter Gala line-up — a tour of leading wineries in Napa Valley with YPNC leadership, including Marketing and Publicity Director David Ojakian, serving as guides for 120 guests. The 14th annual Winter Gala is already scheduled for President's Day Weekend, February 15-18, 2013.
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