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Armenian traditional dance classes designed for children, teenagers, and adults

ACEC, July 18, 2024.- The ACEC is pleased to announce that for the second year in a row, it has been awarded the Watertown Community Foundation’s (WCF) Institutional Grant. The ACEC is grateful for its partnership with the WCF, which supports positive change by funding non-profits so all Watertown’s residents continue to thrive in a vibrant, welcoming community. The Watertown Community Foundation’s 2024 Institutional Grant helps support ACEC’s mission to provide a safe and vital community space for people in Watertown and neighboring areas to gather, participate in activities, and build social connections and friendships. Thank you Watertown Community Foundation for your support!

Our function room can host your event for up to 380 guests, complete with free parking for up to 150 cars, an outdoor courtyard or indoor reception area for your Cocktail Hour. We are also handicap accessible. Our space is full of creative possibilities. Our dining area features a rectangular design, with a stage to host your Band or Disc Jockey. We offer stage lighting, sound system, and catering. With over 6,000 square feet of floor space, and an additional 3,000 square feet of wall and exhibit space, look no further than ACEC for your Tradeshow or Exhibit. We are located minutes from Route 128 North or South, Route 2 and the Massachusetts Turnpike.

ACEC has a fully equipped commercial kitchen operated by our in-house caterer, Anoush’ella, providing in-house catering services. The kitchen can also be rented out to be used by your caterer or food vendor. Anoush’ella experience catering team combines exquisite cuisine and professional service to provide an exceptional dining experience. They work with clients to create custom menus that fit their taste and preferences. Anoush’ella specializes in a variety of American, Mediterranean and international cuisines, and is excited to work with you to create the perfect menu that will fit your needs. We offer different packages with delicious three-course dinner or buffet stations. Whether you are looking for a formal sit-down dinner or a casual buffet-style meal, we have the expertise and resources to deliver exceptional catering services. The caterer provides tables, linens, china & glassware and service staff included in the pricing. Anoush’ella is open daily for in-person pickups and deliveries at 68 Elton Ave, Watertown.

The ACEC kitchen is now operated by Anoush'ella, specialized in healthy Eastern Mediterranean cuisine. Anoush’ella provides catering to events hosted by the ACEC and is now taking in-person pickup and delivery orders at 68 Elton Ave, Watertown, MA 02472. ACEC evening guests and clients can order directly from the food ordering kiosk in the ACEC lobby (weekdays after 5:30 pm and on weekends).

Greater Boston is home to many ethnic communities that create a kaleidoscope of cultural diversity, and Watertown is a microcosm of that diversity. Armenian immigrants who first settled in this area during the end of the 19th century are an integral part of this cultural mosaic. Today, over 50,000 Armenians are living throughout the Greater Boston area in towns such as Watertown, Belmont, Waltham, Arlington, Lexington, Cambridge, Brookline, Newton and Boston with an annual purchasing power of over one billion dollars. This annual festival brought together the large community to celebrate the Independence of Armenia and to promote our culture.

The Armenian Cultural and Educational Center was officially opened in June 1980. That same year, the Bingo Steering Committee was formed and the first bingo game was held on October 21, 1980. Over the past 42 years, ACEC bingo has generated over $2 million for the Center. The proceeds have been used to pay debt service and utility bills. Games complied with all the rules and regulations of the State Lottery Commission. The ACEC continued to operate successful games until the pandemic hit, after which a final game was run on October 12, 2022. We thank all the players and volunteers throughout the years.