Upcoming events.
Wreaths Across America
REMEMBER the Fallen. . . HONOR those who Serve. . . TEACH our children the value of Freedom.
On December 16, 2023 at 11:00 am, Betty Washington NSDAR (KS0137) will be helping Oak Hill Cemetery to Remember and Honor our veterans by laying Remembrance wreaths on the graves of our country's fallen heroes.
Please help us honor and remember as many fallen heroes as possible by sponsoring remembrance wreaths, volunteering on Wreaths Day, or inviting your family and friends to attend with you.
Thank you so much for supporting the Betty Washington NSDAR (KS0137) and Wreaths Across America!
250th Anniversary of the Boston Tea Party
The United States will commemorate the 250th Anniversary of the Boston Tea Party on December 16, 2023. Dubbed by John Adams as the “most magnificent movement of all”, the Boston Tea Party is one of the nation’s most iconic events and one that propelled America down the road to revolution.
In honor of this upcoming anniversary, The Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum is partnering with multiple organizations, communities, and businesses to create a series of collaborative, inclusive and commemorative programming throughout the entirety of 2023—culminating in a grand-scale reenactment on the 250th Anniversary of the Boston Tea Party on December 16, 2023.
Special exhibits, artwork, and public programs
Community and school outreach
Theatrical performances
Virtual presentations and webinars
Genealogical programs
Historical festivals
And much more!
Please stay tuned as details are finalized!
For the latest information and events, please visit BostonTeaParty250.org
Bingo
Please remember to bring healthy snacks including fruit, cheese, sugar-free pies and cookies, saltine crackers, popcorn, individual fruit cups, pudding, pretzels, sandwiches, meat & cheese tray, etc. I would like to remind you that your chapter may provide only store-bought items.
Plan to serve 10-15 people.
per game prize = $1 bills
Eisenhower VAVS Medical Campus & BINGO Contact:
Melissa Owens
Phone: 620-704-0817
Email: melissa.owens3@va.gov
Veterans Day
Veterans Day is a federal holiday in the United States observed annually on November 11, for honoring military veterans of the United States Armed Forces.
National DAR Day of Service
The National DAR Day of Service takes place each year on or around October 11. To honor the anniversary of DAR’s founding on October 11, 1890, chapters and individuals are encouraged to engage in meaningful service projects in their communities each year on or around October 11. #DARDayofSerivce.
Constitution Week
Constitution Week is an American observance to commemorate the 1787 adoption of the United States Constitution. Constitution Week commemorates the formation and signing on September 17, 1787, of the United States Constitution and recognize all who, by coming of age or by naturalization, have become citizens.
132nd Continental Congress
The Continental Congress Committee is comprised of twenty Congressional sub-committees appointed by the President General to serve during the week of Congress. Members wishing to serve on these committees may contact their State Regent and express their interest. Continental Congress is an exciting, busy, and rewarding time with an opportunity to Rejoice in Our DAR Ties of Service and Friendship!
Juneteenth Freedom Day
June 19th or “Juneteenth” is a very important day in African American history. Juneteenth, or “Freedom Day” is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States.
Flag Day
In the United States, Flag Day is celebrated on June 14. It commemorates the adoption of the flag of the United States on June 14, 1777, by resolution of the Second Continental Congress.
Mamie Doud Eisenhower Dedication
DAR Grave Marker Dedication for Mamie Eisenhower on
June 3.