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Mission Membership – April 2014

IMPORTANT REMINDER TO CHAPTER REGISTRARS and VOLUNTEER GENIES:  On January 24, 2014, the national genealogy staff posted an announcement that beginning February 1, 2014, applications must be submitted on the newest level of the application software, a writable pdf version … Continue reading

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Honey Bee facts by Buzz B. Bearkely – April 2014

This month, Buzz B. thought he would share some “honey bee” vocabulary. Pollen is the male germ cells produced by all flowering plants.  These cells are used for fertilization and the subsequent formation of embryos. Bees collect about sixty-six pounds … Continue reading

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State Regent’s Message – April 2014

Dear California Daughters, It is so wonderful to look out my kitchen window and see a big jar of sun tea brewing on our sitting wall.  I hope the sunny, warm days are here to stay!  I wish you could … Continue reading

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Mission Membership – April 2014

IMPORTANT REMINDER TO CHAPTER REGISTRARS and VOLUNTEER GENIES:  On January 24, 2014, the National genealogy staff posted an announcement that beginning February 1, 2014, applications must be submitted on the newest level of the application software, a writable pdf version … Continue reading

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VIS Open Forum – April 2014

Do you have questions about the California State Members’ Website? Do you have questions about the Internet in general? Facebook? Twitter? If yes, then you need to participate in an online VIS Open Forum. Ask any question you like, get … Continue reading

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LOST AND FOUND – ARE YOU MISSING SOMETHING?

The State Society has many lost and found items turned in at State meetings this past year. Please contact Headquarters Secretary Linda Bartolf to make arrangements to retrieve your items. hqsecretary@californiadar.org or 626-962-1776. If you will need your items mailed, … Continue reading

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MEMBER-AT-LARGE APPLICATIONS – IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Important Information – MAL Applications in California Member-At-Large (MAL) Applications completed in California for new members who wish to hold this type of membership in DAR are handled in a special way in California. Please review the following California procedures … Continue reading

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What are the Qualities of a Good Leader?

Many members attended the Leadership Workshops presented at council meetings during the last two years.  Here is more information to help those in chapter, district, and State leadership positions understand some of the qualities of a good leader. There are … Continue reading

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A BIG thank you from the State Regent

Dear California Daughters, It doesn’t seem possible that we have completed the second and final state conference of the Jamison Administration.  This officer had a great time and she hopes everyone who attended did, too!  As you can guess, the … Continue reading

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Highlights of the CSSDAR 106th Annual State Conference

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    The CSSDAR 106th Annual State Conference started off Thursday morning with the tour of the Getty Center Museum. The afternoon brought the Cameo Club meeting and tea. The evening started with a bee-utiful opening night! State Regent Debra … Continue reading

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Mother of Essay Winner Thanks California DAR

Barbara Volker, State Chair American History Essay Contest, shared the National Winner’s page from the March/April Daughters newsletter with the mothers of Sophia Cho and Jack Palaski.  Cecelia Cho, mother of National 5th Grade Winner, Sophia Cho, sent the following … Continue reading

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Meet the Officers-Elect Luncheons

Now that state conference is over and the officers for the next administration have been elected, it is time to mark your calendars for the Meet the Officers-Elect Luncheons. The Northern Meet the Officers-Elect Luncheon will be on April 26th: … Continue reading

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LAST CALL – RSVP FOR LUNCH WITH THE BEES AT UC DAVIS

Reservations for the Lunch with the Bees event at UC Davis should be received by no later than Friday, March 14, at noon. Registration is now only available on the CSSDAR WebStore at: https://webstores.activenetwork.com/school-software/california_state_soc/ To view the registration form with … Continue reading

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California Congressional Tea – Calling All Volunteers!

The California Congressional Tea is scheduled for Tuesday, June 24, 2014, at the JW Marriott Hotel, Washington DC from 3:00  – 5:00 p.m. The reservation form will be posted on the CSSDAR Members’ website very soon. California Daughters who are … Continue reading

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Special Projects Grant Rule Change

There has been a rule change for eligibility of successful grantees to submit another grant application in future years for the Special Projects Grant.   PREVIOUS RULE:   Only one grant will be awarded to an entity within any consecutive three year … Continue reading

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