The patriotic education of the young has always been of great importance during the working process of ''Endanik'' Youth Creative Center SNCO.
To contribute to the development of the cultural life of Javakhq, to strengthen the cooperation and connection between Gyumri and Akhalkalaki, a series of New Year and Christmas parties were organized by ''Endanik'' center and Diocesan Curacy of Armenians of Georgia, which was carried out in Akhalkalaki /the Republic of Georgia/.
By the undertaking of Father Babgen Salbiyan of Diocesan Curacy of Armenians of Georgia, a blessing ceremony was held in “Surb Khach” church, where the pastor Tatev Maruqyan whished the best to the presents.
The festive day went on in the church's yard. The dancing and music groups from ''Endanik'' Youth Creative Center and Javakhq introduced themselves with beautiful performances, which comprised the symbolic spirit of the New Year and Christmas.
The visit of Santa Claus from Gyumri was a great surprise to the children from Akhalkalaki and lots of presents made them feel happy and hopeful to the realization of their dreams.
During the visit the pupils from ''Endanik'' center also got acquainted with Javakhq's historical and cultural monuments and sightseeing.
During a three-day visit there was created a strong relationship within the youth from ''Endanik'' Center and Javakhq.
The aim of the visit was to inseminate unity and cooperation within the youth of both republics, to strengthen the concepts of military and patriotic education, as well as to get acquainted with the cultural and historical values of Javakhq, to its life style, customs and traditions.