State President 2009-2010 ~ Claire O'Connell

State Theme: Preserving the Past, for the Children of Tomorrow

State Project:
To raise funds for a marble bench to be placed by the grave of John Hunter, a drummer boy in the Revolutionary Army, who is buried in Congressional Cemetery.

To collect signatures for the National Women's History Museum Act (HR 1700)
giving the NWHM a permanent home on the National Mall.
Announcements & Deadlines

NEW! July 4th - Independence Day Observance
Congressional Cemetery Site of the State President's Project!
Presenters assemble at 9:30 at Elbridge Gerry grave.
Bring a folding chair and umbrella to shield against the sun!
D.C.C.A.R. Ceremony and lunch at Pier 7 to follow.  Download Flyer

2009 Eastern Regional Meeting July 27-28, 2009
Cherry Hill, New Jersey      Learn More >>
REGISTRATION, MEALS AND TOUR DEADLINE: June 30, 2009
Sales Items

Support the State Project!

Purchase a voice for:
Limoges patriotic heart shaped red, white and blue box (Value $189)

Lladro Porcelain Figurine, "A Symbol of Peace" (Value $475)

Ann Hand "Book of Knowledge" pin that was donated by Ann Hand (Value $100)
Upcoming Events

July 2009

4       
10:00am - (presenters assemble at 9:30am)
Independence Day Observance/Elbridge Gerry Commemoration
Sponsored by D.C. Society Sons of the American Revolution (DCSSAR)

D.C.C.A.R. Ceremony at the grave of John Hunter
Site of the State President's Project!

DCSSAR Luncheon at Pier 7 Restaurant
11:45am Cash Bar :: 12:30pm Luncheon
RSVP by Friday June 26         ~       Download Flyer  

13-14 Mid-Southern Regional Meeting - Nashville, TN
20-21 Great Lakes Regional Meeting - Strongsville, OH
24-25 New England Regional Meeting - Mystic, CT
27-28 2009 Eastern Regional Meeting - Cherry Hill, New Jersey      Learn More >>


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All National Society Members, Seniors, Guests
and Prospective Members are welcome to attend D.C.C.A.R. events!


The District of Columbia State Society and Local Societies
Benjamin Harrison :: George Washington :: Harriett Lothrop :: Mount Vernon
Congratulate
Emily Michelle Falkenstein
National President



And National Chairmen

Elizabeth Maria Guzauskas Elizabeth Christiana Leon
Photo coming soon!
National Chairman
C.A.R. Headquarters		 National Chairman
Museum Advisory Committee


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Hey Kids!

Do you have a Revolutionary Ancestor in your Family Tree?
Do you enjoy learning about American History?
Do you want to gain leadership experience and improve your public speaking skills?
Do you enjoy having fun with kids who have similar interests? 

If you live in the D.C. Metro area, are under age 22 and are interested in membership, or just want to find out more about D.C.C.A.R., please contact us.

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Local Level

Local D.C. Societies

Benjamin Harrison

George Washington

Harriett Lothrop

Mount Vernon

State Level (D.C.)


State Projects

2008-2009
Cough Buddy Bears
for Childrens' Hospital

2007-2008
Shared Space
D.C.DAR Chapter House

2006-2007
Bravery Blankets
for Project Linus

2005-2006
Fisher House
at Walter Reed

2004-2005
Boat Building Exhibit
at the American Indian Museum

2003-2004
Protective Vests
for D.C. K-9 Officers

2002-2003
American Patriot Fund
for children of 9/11 victims at the Pentagon

Meet our
State Officers!
 

National Level


Emily Michelle Falkenstein
National President

2009-2010
National Theme:
Reflections of Independence

National Project:
Preservation of the Morris Island Lighthouse

To raise funds to aid in the restoration and preservation of the Morris Island Lighthouse. By working with Save the Light, Inc., a non-profit organization located in Charleston, South Carolina, we will have a greater opportunity to provide financial aid to the lighthouse.

Read more on the
NSCAR Website!