Hey hey,

I'm attempting to learn the Armenian language but I have very limited exposure to speakers of the language. Is there anywhere in RVA where I may find Armenian speakers or would anyone be interested in speaking it with me?

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Visual-Sheepherder36 t1_j1cukgn wrote on December 23, 2022 at 10:22 AM

Maybe check out the events calendar for St James Armenian Church? There's a decent-sized Armenian population in the west end and any of the Armenian folks I've ever met were very happy to share their culture. They do a big food festival every year there, too.

[deleted] OP t1_j1gy1pr wrote on December 24, 2022 at 6:48 AM

Ya, I'm in no way religious however so it would feel a bit awkward.

ITMORON t1_j1i85du wrote on December 24, 2022 at 3:56 PM

St James is super cool and chill. Any member who speaks the language would be more than happy to help you! No religion needs to be in the way.

[deleted] OP t1_j1icq8b wrote on December 24, 2022 at 4:31 PM

Hmm good point I'll probably give it a go! Thank you! :)

ITMORON t1_j1iwb67 wrote on December 24, 2022 at 6:53 PM

Sure thing! Curious as to why you want to learn?

[deleted] OP t1_j1iwjr9 wrote on December 24, 2022 at 6:54 PM

Good question haha!

ITMORON t1_j1i89zl wrote on December 24, 2022 at 3:57 PM

Very true! I’m married to one!! We spoke our vows at St Mary’s 25 years ago and she and my son often volunteered at the church for events.

WaxyWingie t1_j1d53o7 wrote on December 23, 2022 at 12:34 PM

Ask on Russian speaking Richmond Facebook group? Reasonably certain a number of folks in there are multilingual.