Ara Malikian live in San Francisco on October 16.

INTRUSO WORLD TOUR
Ara Malikian will perform at The Fox Theater Redwood City to present his new tour.

Ara Malikian presents his new tour, “ Intruso ,” at The Fox Theater Redwood City on October 16 . This is a very personal journey that begins with the anguish of not fitting anywhere, finally embracing the richness of his multicultural identity and finding his home in the world through art and music.

In Lebanon, I wasn’t considered “Lebanese” enough because I was of Armenian origin. Armenians didn’t consider me “Armenian” enough because I was born in Lebanon. When I settled in Europe, I wasn’t considered «European» because I wasn’t born in Europe.

This experience was also reflected in my relationship with music. Every note resonated with the nostalgia for a home that didn’t exist, a place where I didn’t quite fit in.

However, this status as an “intruder” gave me the opportunity to explore and enjoy fascinating music and cultures outside my own tradition, bringing my own voice and multicultural experience to the table.

Thanks to my status as an “intruder,” I have discovered that the whole world is my home. My home is in my body and my soul, an infinite space where identity is transformed and music becomes a universal language.

Location

Fox Theatre Redwood City

2221 Broadway Street Redwood City, CA 94063

On November 8, 2025, AIWA-San Francisco will be hosting a gala dinner dedicated to celebrating the legacy of the Apcar family.

Join us for the Armenian Women Trailblazers Gala: The Legacy of Diana and Lucille Apcar, presented by AIWA San Francisco.

Celebrate the legacy of Diana Apcar, the first female Armenian diplomat, and her granddaughter Lucille Apcar, whose generous gift launched FoundHer by AIWA.

FoundHer supports Armenian women with funding, mentorship, and business guidance to create jobs and uplift communities.

Enjoy a memorable evening while helping us pave the way for the next generation of Armenian women leaders.

Date: Saturday, November 8, 2025

Time: 7:00 PM

Location: Four Seasons Hotel, 2050 University Ave, East Palo Alto, CA 94303

Ticket Price: $450 members | $500 non-members

RSVP by: November 1, 2025

Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a movement that empowers women and builds a stronger future for all.

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College of Marin’s Winter semester enrollment is now open! 
Here is the list of my Winter courses which feature Armenia, Georgia, and the region. ..
See catalogue or website for more info!
Happy New Year! -Talin

Castles Churches, and Caravanseris!
5 class meetings, Tuesdays 1:10- 3PM
Kentfield Campus, Academic Center room 101
2/4 – 3/4
$126

Medieval Near East 
4 class meetings, Thursdays 1:10-3pm
IVC Campus Novato, building 7 room 101
2/20 – 3/13
$112

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