Author Archives: CA Clarion

At our March chapter meeting, Sage Tousey, California State Children of the American Revolution President, enlightened us with information about the CAR and her State President’s project to promote literacy for children and make sure all children have access to … Continue reading →

Mission Viejo Chapter celebrated the 100th Birthday of one of our own chapter members. Betty Ruth Gajdos was a World War II Navy Veteran. She enlisted November 22, 1943. Betty volunteered to become a WAVE and she was on the … Continue reading →

Desert Palm Chapter was privileged to host the Wreaths Across America Mobile Education Exhibit Saturday, March 4, 2023. Not only were we able to share the WAA Mission with 94 visitors and several Vietnam Vets but ONE of the visitors … Continue reading →

There was one very proud mother at the February 2023 Meeting of the Anne Loucks Chapter in Martinez. Past Regent Diane McLean had three of her daughters installed as new members: Rachel White, Rebecca Kleeman, and Anna Montero. Diane is … Continue reading →

At the February Rincon del Diablo chapter meeting, the Excellence in Historic Preservation Medal was awarded to David Marshall, architect of the highly respected firm of Heritage Architecture & Planning in San Diego. Heritage specializes in the restoration and adaptive … Continue reading →

At the February 14, 2023 meeting of the Mt. Diablo Chapter, awards were presented to the American History Essay and the DAR Good Citizens award winners. Past Regent and American History Chairperson Geri Willinger presented an award to Andrew Lin, … Continue reading →

Members of the Santa Lucia and Gabilan Chapters met recently at the First Mayor’s House in Salinas. Guests included members of the local chapter of SAR. Ken Hess, a pioneer in the field of online genealogical/family search software, presented a … Continue reading →

Aurantia Chapter celebrated Valentines’ Day in style. Many of our members wore historical costumes and some wore gorgeous hats. A member wore a Revolutionary War outfit! The tables were artistically decorated with Victorian style. Our dessert table was a confectioner’s … Continue reading →

“There’s more to life than just being a passenger” Those prophetic words were spoken by famed aviator and poet, Amelia Earhart, the subject of a highly entertaining and riveting program that was the centerpiece of the recent District II meeting … Continue reading →

Cahuilla Chapter commemorated its 75-year history with a special luncheon celebration on January 20, 2023, at Mission Hills Country Club located in Rancho Mirage, California. The Cahuilla Chapter was organized January 31, 1948 by a group of twenty-six dedicated women … Continue reading →

The Rincon del Diablo Chapter was honored to be able to host the Wreaths Across America Mobile Education Exhibit in Poway, CA. Throughout the day, 80 guests were welcomed to learn more about Wreaths Across America; 25of those guests were … Continue reading →

The Mt. Diablo Chapter held its monthly meeting on January 10, 2023, to celebrate the 62nd anniversary of its founding on January 18, 1961. A plaque was shared which listed the names of the founding members of the chapter. The … Continue reading →