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National Theme The Spirit of Hospitality Opens Doors of Opportunity State Regent’s Project 2007-2009 A Makeover for Matthies Hall, Windsor, CT State Theme 2007-2010 Honoring Our Hometown Heroes with an Essential Piece Community Service Award “Linking Our Past. Building Our Future.”
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D ea r C o nnect i cut D aug h te r s ,
Jennie May Rehnberg State Regent
“The little unremembered acts of kindness and love are the best parts of a person’s life.”
William Wordsworth
Happy New Year! I sincerely hope that all of you had a wonderful holiday with family and friends. We were thrilled to have our beloved son, Chris, home on a short leave from Iraq. On a personal note, please accept my sincere thanks to each of you for your many cards, prayers and genuine interest in the welfare of our son. History was made on January 20, 2009 with the presidential inauguration of our 44th president, Barack Obama. The DAR was honored to play a small role in this historic celebration when our organization was asked again to lend our beautiful eagle lectern for the inaugural speech. Mark your calendar for the 116th State Conference, which will be held at the Courtyard by Marriott in Cromwell. Plans have been finalized with exceptional speakers, workshops, and programs all designed to spark new enthusiasm. Participants and guests will have an incredible opportunity to visit Wethersfield historic house CTDAR 115th Fall State Meeting Special Guests museums. You will thoroughly Front row, left to right: Merry Ann T. Wright, First Vice President General; Jennie Rehnberg, Connecticut State Regent. Back row enjoy learning about these left to right: Jean Kelsey, CT Honorary State Regent; Caroline beautifully preserved Taylor, CT Honorary State Regent, Julie Stuhlmacher, Wisconsin State Regent; Anita Sheard, Nevada State Regent; Sharon Hopkins, buildings as the docents bring Michigan State Regent local history to life. Special guests will include Michelle Mott Juehring, Curator General; Anne Urbaczewski, Massachusetts State Regent; Sharon Withers, Kentucky State Regent; Donna Elin, Constitution Week National Chairman; and Libby McKee, Vice President General. continued on page 2
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Official Call – 116th spring State CONFERENCE April 17 - 19, 2009 Spring CONFERENCE Schedule Friday, April 17th 10:30 am Registrar Workshop – Nancy Pexa, State Registrar 11:00 am Sales/Exhibit Tables set-up 11:30 am Lunch on your own 12:00 pm Registration opens 12:30 pm Membership/Revitalizing Workshop – Libby McKee, VPG and Jean Robinson 2:15 pm Processional & Music Prelude 2:30 pm Conference Opening Session Chapter Regents and State Chairmen to Report 5:00 pm Hospitality Suite opens 6:15 pm Receiving Line 7:00 pm Awards Banquet 8:00 pm History Awards 8:30 pm Entertainment: Nicole Zuraitis Jazz Quartet Saturday, April 18th 7:30 am Breakfast Buffet Speaker: Donna Elin DAR 101 8:00 am Registration opens 8:00 am Sales/Exhibit Tables 9:15 am Processional line up 9:30 am General Session 11:00 am Memorial Service 11:30 am Break (one hour) 12:30 pm Luncheon 1:15 pm Resume Afternoon Session 3:00 pm Program – Survive the Drive Light refreshments served 6:00 pm Dinner – Baci Grill 7:00 pm Program – They Called Me Lizzy Sunday, April 19th Breakfast on your own 9:30 am Board bus for Old Wethersfield tours 12:00pm Brunch at J. Michaels Tavern 3:30 pm Board bus for return trip to hotel
It was truly an honor for me to represent Connecticut Daughters during the annual Veterans’ Day Parade in Hartford, dedicated to women who served. Riding high on the CTDAR antique sleigh, I was accompanied by members of the Abigail Phelps Chapter, braving the frigid temperatures and carrying the flags of our Armed Forces during the hour-long parade. We can all be extremely proud of two of our own military veterans, Barbara Crede and Maris Iverson, who displayed such poise and grace wearing their military uniforms. My sincere thanks are extended to Joyce Cahill, State Vice Regent, for ensuring that CTDAR participated in this annual event. Presiding over the Annual Massing of the Colors, this officer was particularly delighted to welcome Vrege Murray, State Regent of Maine, and Anne Urbaczewski, State Regent of Massachusetts, who joined us in honoring the hereditary organizations. In conjunction with the 375th Windsor Anniversary, the Ellsworth Board conducted a Quilt Show under the exceptional leadership of Candy Desmarais and her committee. Everyone who attended conveyed their appreciation of the craftsmanship that went into making and designing these beautiful quilts. I offer heartfelt thanks and sincere appreciation to the Connecticut Daughters who served as an essential piece bringing Wreaths Across America to Connecticut. Chapters throughout the state joined forces with the Connecticut Department of Veterans’ Affairs to “honor, remember and teach”. Sincere thanks and appreciation are extended to Nancy Pexa, State Registrar, and her committee for organizing a fabulous two day Field Genealogist Workshop in October. The State Regent’s Project, A Makeover for Matthies Hall, will continue this year adding energy-efficient lighting, a sound system, and a much needed handicap ramp and bathroom. This officer is extremely grateful for your generous support last year raising funds to replace the roof. Every donation goes directly toward the renovations of our beautiful hall built by Katherine Matthies. I want to thank the many chapters who have extended invitations for me to join them for an array of events and activities. It is a pleasure to witness your enthusiasm to God, Home and Country. Thank you for the warm Spirit of Hospitality! The Executive Board looks forward to learning about the achievements and accomplishments of our chapters during the 116th State Conference. I am truly humbled to have been given the opportunity to serve you as your State Regent.
In DAR friendship and love,
Jennie May Rehnberg State Regent
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CTDAR 116th Spring State Conference The Official Call to Conference is included in this issue of the Nutmeg State News. N i n e T r e a s u r es , O n e H i sto r i c W et h e r sf i e l d
Join us on Sunday, April 19 for two very special tours of Wethersfield. Both tours will begin at 10:00 a.m. at the Wethersfield Visitor’s Center, located in the front of the Keeney Memorial at 200 Main Street. After brief introductions, we will be divided into two groups to tour several historic sites. For a reservation form, contact State Regent, Jennie Rehnberg at (860) 354-5521 or
[email protected]. The cost is $10 per person. A bus from the Courtyard by Marriott in Cromwell will leave at 9:30 a.m. Tour A: See the exhibits at the Wethersfield Museum at Keeney Memorial featuring “Legendary People, Ordinary Lives”, the permanent exhibition on the history of Wethersfield featuring over 100 artifacts from the Society’s collections.
Hurlbut-Dunham House, Wethersfield, CT
Hurlbut-Dunham House: This elegant home is rich in early 20th century features including original Rococo Revival wallpapers, painted ceilings and cornices, furnishings and accessories of Howard and Jane Dunham, a prominent Wethersfield and Hartford area couple. Historic Cove Warehouse: Overlooking the Wethersfield Cove, this warehouse exhibit is the last reminder of Wethersfield’s colorful maritime past that explores Wethersfield’s role in the busy trade of the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries. Also featured is the role of privateers, privately owned and armed vessels, which engaged British supply ships to capture critical commodities for the American cause during the Revolutionary War. Tour B: Four Remarkable 18th Century Houses The Webb-Deane-Stevens Museum, owned and managed by the National Society of the Colonial Dames of America in the State of Connecticut, operates four remarkable 18th century houses, three of which are National Historic Landmarks. The 1752 Joseph Webb House served as George Washington’s headquarters in May 1781, and was later owned by Wallace Nutting. The Silas Deane House, circa 1770, was built for America’s Revolutionary War diplomat to France as both his residence and as a power base for his political aspirations. The Isaac Stevens House, 1789, depicts the life of a middle class family in the 1820s and 30s using many original family possessions. The newly opened second floor features the Colonial Dames’ toy collection, a children’s bed chamber and interactive exhibits on child life and play in the early 19th century. Within easy walking distance is the Buttolph-Williams House. Owned by Connecticut Landmarks and managed by the Museum, it captures the spirit of Puritan life in New England in the 17th century. Built around 1715, the interiors are furnished with rare 17th and early 18th century antiques assembled by renowned antiques collectors and dealers. The house was also the setting for Elizabeth George Speare’s Newberry Award-winning novel, The Witch of Blackbird Pond (1958). From 12:30 - 1:30 pm. we will enjoy a delicious brunch at the J. Michaels Tavern, 222 Main Street, in the historic Standish House of Wethersfield, Connecticut. You’ll find old-fashioned Yankee hospitality with colonial charm and comfort. Meals are individually priced.
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Nicole Zuraitis along with her fellow musicians will surely delight and entertain all of us. As a classical and Jazz vocal performer, Nicole is well respected as a musician and as an artist. Nicole took the opportunity to attend the Florence Voice Seminar in Italy, twice on scholarship (2005 and 2007), studying with Julian Rodescu and Benita Valente. Nicole still studies with Mr. Rodescu today, and his motivational teaching methods have become integral to her vocal growth. Nicole is currently putting together an original collaboration of songs with great friend and songwriter, Alexandra Rulle.
S A tu r da y : S u r v i v e t h e D r i v e Nicole Zuraitis
Bring your loved ones, young and old, to a special program presented by Survive the Drive at the close of the 116th State Conference on Saturday, April 18th at 3:00 p.m. at the Courtyard by Marriott. Survive the Drive provides a positive, active, motivational presentation that explains the facts, conditions, situations, kinetics and conscious control of driving safely…and the consequences of operator errors, however unintentional or inadvertent. The presentation uses descriptions, analogies, mnemonics and demonstrations and PowerPoint graphics to illustrate what isn’t covered by the DMV Driver’s Test and what isn’t commonly known by most licensed drivers.
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They Called Me Lizzy…from Slavery to the White House This is a moving tale of one woman’s life during the 19th Century, spanning more than the entirety of the Victorian Era. Her name was Elizabeth Keckly. Born into slavery in 1818, Lizzy eventually managed to purchase her freedom. She made her way to Washington D.C., where her dressmaking skills and entrepreneurial savvy brought her to the attention of many political families. Once the Lincolns arrived in Washington, there was no turning back for Lizzy. Mary Lincoln hired Madame Keckly, launching a relation unlike any Lizzy had ever envisioned for herself. She was often there, in the room, with President and Mrs. Abraham Lincoln during some of their most private and difficult moments. While she is best known for her talents as Mary Todd Lincoln’s dressmaker and stylist, the story before and beyond her connection to the White House is equally compelling. Tammy Richardson
Performed in retrospect, this dramatic recounting of Lizzy’s experiences is much more than a slave narrative, it is a human story, at times tragic, at times triumphant, always fascinating. Come join us at the Baci Grill, 134 Berlin Road, Cromwell on Saturday, April 18 at 7:00 p.m. to witness actress Tammy Richardson as she brings Elizabeth Keckly to life.
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The CTDAR is proud to announce the following ladies have chosen to join our organization! CONGRATULATIONS and WELCOME! District I – Hill and Dale
District V – By The Sea
ABIGAIL PHELPS (1002 CT) 866304 Jessica Budde (Junior) 867779 Catherine Casper 867136 JoAnna Hamilton 864695 Pamela McDonald 866303 Sally Sinden
MARY CLAP WOOSTER (1033 CT) 865474 Abigail Armistead (Junior) 865401 Susanne Durno 864674 Carolyn Gould 865437 Martha Morrow 864280 Zohra Rawling (Junior) 864284 Susan Relihan
ABIGAIL WOLCOTT ELLSWORTH (1003 CT) 868253 Lynda Belanger BROOKS-GREEN WOODS (1024 CT) 865513 Julie Brady (Junior) 865546 Stasia Motuzick SALISBURY ARSENAL (1058 CT) 865029 Elisa MacKendree
Michelle Mott Juehring Curator General NSDAR
SARAH RIGGS HUMPHREYS (1048 CT) 865548 Rachel Hendrie (Junior) 865547 Rebekah Hendrie (Junior) 865173 Mary Thompson SUSAN CARRINGTON CLARKE (1055 CT) 864676 Elizabeth Hollman 864747 Edna Lange
Elizabeth Mary (Libby) Moore McKee Vice President General
District II – Mountain Laurel ORFORD PARISH-PITKIN (1032 CT) 864862 Lynda Jones SARAH WHITMAN HOOKER (1050 CT) 864530 Margaret Bliss District III – Lakes KATHERINE GAYLORD (1028 CT) 864454 Nancy Dickens 865329 Joanne Jensen MARY WOOSTER (1036 CT) 866051 Karen Pracella 866905 Ellen Seaman ROGER SHERMAN (1044 CT) 864086 Cherise Hutchings (Junior) District IV – Shore and Country DRUM HILL (1010 CT) 866513 Diane LaSala EUNICE DENNIE BURR (1016 CT) 868004 Allison Fay (Junior) 865621 Deborah Hogan 868002 Brooke Muratori 868005 Lena Paslov (Junior) 868001 Linda Paslov 868003 Jennifer Pompa (Junior) 868000 Lovina Ross HANNAH BENEDICT CARTER (1025 CT) 865830 Sarah Goodman (Junior) 867751 Caroline White NORWALK-VILLAGE GREEN (1039 CT) 867148 Emily Isaacs (Junior) PUTNAM HILL (1043 CT) 865718 Laura Goldstein 865719 Rachel Goldstein (Junior) 867999 Judith Goss 864787 Evelyn Roberts
District VI – River FAITH TRUMBULL (1018 CT) 867549 Amanda Curti (Junior) 866359 Cynthia Palazzo GOVERNOR JONATHAN TRUMBULL (1023 CT) 868060 Cheryl MacLachlan
Sharon Mayne Withers State Regent of Kentucky
LUCRETIA SHAW (1030 CT) 867379 Addison Delaney (Junior) 864341 Amy Fricke 867469 Cecelia Norwid 866579 Alyssa Smith (Junior) Transfers into Connecticut in 2008 DRUM HILL (1010 CT) 778806 Sara Champion From NY 723511 Terrielle Fischer From PA EUNICE COBB STOCKING (1015 CT) 775279 Carol Jozus From NY
Anne Lucas Urbaczewski Massachusetts State Regent
EUNICE DENNIE BURR (1016 CT) 830886 Mary Clifton From TX GOOD WIFE’S RIVER (1022 CT) 841229 Katherine Love From NY HANNAH WOODRUFF (1026 CT) 821173 Roberta Bosco From FL Reinstatements JORDAN FREEMAN (1004 CT) 655958 Martha Fuller after 5 years inactive MARY CLAP WOOSTER (1033 CT) 477677 Mary Bradshaw, after 29 years inactive
Donna Elin National Chairman of the Constitution Week Committee
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CTDAR Officer Updates S tate Rec o r d i ng S ec r eta r y, S usan S m o k tun o w i c z
Reminder: Annual Reports for March 1, 2008 – February 28, 2009 from State Officers, Chairmen of National and State Committees, Property Chairmen and Chapter Regents are due no later than March 31, 2009. See www.ctdar.org/Members/ and select FORMS from the left menu for detailed instructions. Email reports to State Recording Secretary, Susan Smoktunowicz at
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Visit our Members’ Web Site! ctdar.org/members/index.html
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Chapter Officer changes? Additions or corrections to your board of directors? Send them to me for the 2009-2010 Yearbook. Please check your listings in this year’s printed yearbook to make sure that there are no typos! If you find an error or need to make a change, email me at
[email protected] or call me at (860) 274-7472. Thank you for your help! S tate O r gan i z i ng S ec r eta r y, C a r o l Bau b y
D A R D a y at h i l l s i de sc h o o l b us trip
On May 13, 2009 the CTDAR bus will depart from the Manchester commuter parking lot, located off I-384 at Spencer Street (exit 1) at 7:00 a.m. A continental breakfast will be provided on the bus. Hillside School Headmaster, David Z. Beecher, invites you to join the children for lunch. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn about the many achievements at Hillside School. Please make your reservations by May 1. Contact Jennie Rehnberg, State Regent at (860) 354-5521. The cost is $30.
I am pleased to announce that on Oct 4, 2008, the National Board of Management confirmed the merger of the Green Woods and Marana Norton Brooks Chapters. The chapter name is now Brooks-Green Woods, located in Torrington. I applaud the efforts of all members who helped bring this to fruition, especially Regent Luella Bartes. I was honored to be asked to speak at their first meeting. CTDAR now has 44 chapters. The duties of a state organizing secretary are to work to strengthen existing chapters, discourage disbandment, and assist with mergers. I am here to help, so do not hesitate to call upon me. The Organizing Secretary General’s web site has been updated. Visit http://members. dar.org/execs/orgsecg.cfm. The office is divided into two departments: Chapter Services and Membership Services. It now includes step-by-step instructions for how to organize a chapter, for merging chapters, and much more. This replaces the outdated booklet Promoting, Conserving and Organizing Our Chapters, which is no longer current or available in hard copy format. S tate T r easu r e r , F r ances Int o
IRA Charitable Rollover Extended through 2009 If you are at least 70.5 years old, consider a distribution (up to $100,000) from your IRA, directly to CTDAR for tax benefits. A charitable gift made directly from an Individual Retirement Account (IRA) will not be taxed as income as long as: • The gift is made in 2008 or 2009 • The IRA holder is age 70.5 or older • The gift totals $100,000 or less • The charity is eligible to receive tax deductible contributions (the CTDAR is) • The withdrawal goes directly from the IRA to CTDAR. Consult your tax advisor or attorney for further information.
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I N r emem b r ance July 2008 - December 2008 A complete listing of all CTDAR Members’ deaths will be included in the Memorial Service at the Annual Spring Conference. S tate Reg i st r a r , N anc y Pexa
State Registrar’s Workshop All chapter registrars, assistant registrars and members are invited to the State Registrar’s Workshop at the State Conference on Friday, April 17, 2009 from 10:30 -11:30 a.m. There will be a review of preparation of the application, a discussion of the NSDAR members’ web site – genealogy research, how to link to a previous application, sources, some important tips for preparing new member and supplemental applications, plus time for questions/answers and audience participation as we share our successes. Many of you attended the October 2008 Connecticut Field Genealogist Workshop, but have some new questions or would like to review part of the process. This workshop is for everyone.
Abigail Phelps Chapter Marguerite Moseley
The link to the members’ web site, http://www.dar.org/library/Search.cfm, focuses on how to order documentation for a specific DAR application. Many members are confused as to how to order these pages. The web site details the process.
Faith Trumbull Chapter Marilyn Cruthers
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State Librarian’s Challenge for 2009 These past two years have been a delight serving as your State Librarian. We have helped with computer upgrades to the State Library and launched a CTDAR Book Club. I am very proud of the Book Club and the positive feedback from our chapters and members. Our eclectic reading list covered George & Martha Washington’s personal relationship (A Mount Vernon Love Story), Dolley Madison’s personal struggle during the White House (Dolley), and our current selection educates us on the generation of women who came after Rosie the Riveter in WWII (Rosie’s Daughters). Our intention was not to focus on women in history, but to learn more about historical periods of time and enjoy sharing what we learned. We can use our enthusiasm for literature and extend it to students in our local towns. These books and others like them would be wonderful additions to high school libraries. It is unlikely that these school libraries contain such books that add color and life to various historical periods. There are many excellent books on the past and present best seller lists that teach about history and the struggle of our country. We have a unique mission as members of the DAR to promote education, patriotism and historic preservation. This is a year we can be proactive in our education mission. I challenge each DAR chapter in Connecticut to actively pursue this mission by donating at least one historical book of your choosing to your local high school library. Perhaps we can help spark students’ interest in history by providing them the opportunity to choose historical literature for reading enjoyment, as well as education. This might be a positive boost to the future preservation of U.S. history and historical places in our country.
Abigail Wolcott Ellsworth Chapter Lillian Gudzunas Anne Wood Elderkin Chapter Esther Fabian Drum Hill Chapter Flora Yule Eunice Dennie Burr Chapter Virginia Southouse Elizabeth Jacobs
Freelove Baldwin Stow Thelma Edwards Judea Chapter Ethel Mildren Mary Floyd Tallmadge Chapter Barbara Gowen Mary Silliman Chapter Elma Reynolds Nathan Hale Memorial Chapter Jayne Girdwood Norwalk-Village Green Chapter Grace Ameden Annie Albin Penelope Terry Abbey Chapter Marsha Ann Yerdon Stillwell Putnam Hill Chapter Florence Bonacorda Roger Sherman Chapter Arline Mosby Josephine Roffy Enck Charity Shattuck Ruland Reimer Sarah Whitman Hooker Chapter Beulah Jarvis Sarah Williams Danielson Chapter Patricia Renaud Sibbil Dwight Kent Chapter Edith Gibson Stamford Chapter Mary Stewart Trumbull-Porter Chapter Ruth Upson
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PAGES NEEDED
A me r i can He r i tage , Ida Rans o m , S tate C h a i r man
Younger members of the DAR are needed to serve as Pages for the State Meetings and Conferences. This is wonderful way to become involved in DAR, make new friends and provide a much needed service. If you are a member of the DAR under 40 years of age, you are eligible to serve as a Page. The registration fee and cost of meals are complimentary for those willing to Page at our meetings. To learn more about becoming a Page, contact the State Regent, Jennie Rehnberg, (860) 354-5521 or regentctdar@ aol.com or the Connecticut Chairman of Pages, Catherine Bue at Catherine.A.Bue@ Dartmouth.EDU
After March 1, it is too late for you to enter this year’s American Heritage Contests in the Fiber Arts and Cultural Events and Tradition categories. However, you still have time to enter in the other categories – Art and Sculpture, Crafts, Literature and Drama, and Music. These entries are due by April 1, 2009 to the respective National Vice Chairman as listed on the members’ web site. Please make sure you submit the completed Contest Entry Form with your entry. This form and other American Heritage contest details are on the web at http://members.dar. org/committees/amerher/crafts.htm. D A R S e r v i ce f o r Vete r ans , Ba r b a r a C r ede , S tate C h a i r man
The DAR Stained Glass Window has been installed in the Levitow Health Care Facility Chapel at Rocky Hill. It was beautifully created by Elizabeth Gardner of SGO Designer Glass in Simsbury, CT. Elizabeth is a member of the Abigail Phelps Chapter. All members will be proud to know that the window will give comfort to the veterans and their families for years to come. Thank you to all the chapters and members for your generous donations to this project. According to the CTVA there will be a dedication ceremony for the windows once all are installed. W R E A T H S A C RO S S A M E RI C A
Spring Grove Veterans Cemetery, Darien Medal of Honor’s gravestone Good Wife’s River Chapter
Thank you to all the chapters and individuals who organized and participated in Wreaths Across America ceremonies around the state on December 13, 2008. The following Chapters held ceremonies at their local cemeteries and monuments: Faith Trumbull, Freelove Baldwin Stow, Good Wife’s River, Judea, Norwalk-Village Green, Orford Parish-Pitkin, Penelope Terry Abbey, Putnam Hill, Sarah Whitman Hooker, Roger Sherman, Ruth Wyllys, Trumbull-Porter, Wadsworth, Willard-Welles-Stanley, and the Jonathan Trumbull Homestead. Additional thanks go to individuals from other chapters who showed up in the bitter cold to support one of the ceremonies that took place around the state, including Abigail Phelps, Mary Clap Wooster, Stamford, Susan Carrington Clarke, and any others that we may have missed. On behalf of CTDAR, many chapters were able to partner with numerous Veteran and local organizations to pay tribute to those who have served our country.
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T h e S p i r i t o f H o s p i ta l i t y O p ens t h e D o o r s o f O p p o r tun i t y
CTDAR opens the doors of opportunity through your generous contributions in support of the operations of the Connecticut Daughters of the American Revolution. Your donation reaches out to women who share your love of country, and furthers the objectives of historic preservation, education and patriotism. You are an Essential Piece of Linking our Past, Building our Future. Donations to the Annual Appeal should be sent to: Fran Into, Annual Appeal Treasurer, 16 Highland Green, Cromwell, CT 06416. Credit cards (Master Card or Visa) are accepted, or checks should be made payable to CTDAR, Inc.
Constitution Pfizer Foundation Metta Delmore Jennie Rehnberg Patriot Aetna Foundation, Inc. Ruth Blodgett Ella Williams Independence Martha Anderson Luella Bartes Marian Brusberg Joyce Cahill Gertrude Chandler Joyce Cropsey Karen Elmasry Barbara Francis Virginia James Alida Jewett Carolyn Krenz Margaret Leonard Maria Nied Nancy Pexa Lucy Stuyniski Susan Vincent Lois Warner
Liberty Charlotte Armstrong Elizabeth Booth Louise Brundage Sally Stone Clemence Kimberly Coleman Martha Cotiaux Dale Delfino Elaine Deysenroth Nancy Elderbaum Mary Fox Babs Gardner Mary Giffin Sue Gress Polly Gunther Rodean Gyokeri Sylvia Hawes Joan Ingersoll Fran Into Jean Kelsey Beverly Manning Mary Elizabeth Mannweiler Jean Manter Susan McClen Susan Mirabito Dawn Murphy Karen Polett Janet Purinton Genevieve Robb Virginia Sundius Caroline Taylor Harriette Thorne Roberta White Ann Wuielfing Janice Zwicker
Donors Virginia Alvord Joan Anderson Ruth Baron Kristin Binder Sheila Bonenberger Marian Briggs Marian Bronson Lucinda Buttrick Charlotte Chapman Ellie Corazzini Letitia Cossette Barbara Crede Joan Crossman Lucinda Cutler Kelly Davis Marilyn Davis Priscilla Deacon Candy Desmarais Janet Dickinson Susanne Doolittle Sylvia Dunn Alice Edman Marion Emmons Justine Goebel Abby Griffin Barbara Hambach Barbara Hoffman Natalia Holland Doris Johnson Lois Johnson Jean Kocsis Mary Beth Lee Marguerite Lyons Elinor Maloy
Donors (cont.) Maxine Mangiafico Sandra Marschat Shirley Martin Doris McCleary Virginia McGuire Cecelia Messier Dorothy Miller Frances Miller Joanne Moyler Lydia Petersen Marilyn Petrinin Lynne Poulos Ruth Purdy June Roncarti Melba Rose Antoninette Russell Jeannette Schermerhorn Helen Shupik Nancy Skilton Barbara Smith Geraldine Strong Diana Szatkowski Paula Timmerman Lucille Towle Jean Van Sickles Marianne Vandenbout Sally Vaun Barbara Voskowsky Dorothy Watkins Faith Ann Weider Diane Wells Shirley Wilson Linda Yorton
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N o m i nat i ng C o mm i ttee , A l i ce R i dgwa y, S tate C h a i r man M eet i ngs / C o n f e r ence
Credentials Lynn Marshall, State Chairman ATTENTION CHAPTER REGENTS: The Spring Conference Credentials forms have been mailed. If you did not receive one, please email me at CTDAR@aol. com or call (860) 274-7472 and I will send you another one! RESOLUTIONS Joyce Cropsey, State Chairman Resolutions and/or suggestions should be submitted to Resolutions Chairman, Joyce Cropsey (860) 567-9633. These need to be sent in by March 30, 2009 in order to be considered for action at the Spring Conference.
The following candidates for State Councilor are being proposed by the 2008-2009 nominating committee: Alice E. Ridgway, chair (Mary Floyd Tallmadge Chapter), Kimberly Borden (Good Wife’s River Chapter), Jolene Mullen (Judea Chapter) and Betty Oderwald (Eunice Dennie Burr Chapter). Proposed Councilors for the class of 2009-2012: Alice Ayers – Drum Hill Chapter – Regent until May 2009 Katherine (Katie) Sumner Bacon – Putnam Hill Chapter – Regent until 2010 Karen Elmasry – Hannah Benedict Carter Chapter – Treasurer until 2010 Mary E. Johnson – Susan Carrington Clarke Chapter – Regent until 2010 Mary Anne Magnuson – Willard-Wells Stanley Chapter – Registrar until 2010 Stephanie Pruitt – Jordan Freeman Chapter – Vice-Regent until 2011 T r ans p o r tat i o n and S a f et y, M a r y J o h ns o n
It’s not too early to be thinking about Continental Congress next July in Washington D.C. (July 7 - July 12, 2009). Plan now to join DAR members of New England on this all-encompassing bus trip. You will enjoy deluxe accommodations at the Capital Hilton, only blocks away from the White House and our own NSDAR buildings. Transportation will be provided by Ritchie Bus Lines. The Capital Hilton offers Tower Rooms, which includes breakfast buffet, afternoon buffet and late night milk & cookies. Join the fun! Send your $100 deposit to reserve your room as soon as possible. Full payment is due by May 15, 2009. COST PER PERSON: (tentative, depending on gas prices) REGULAR: SINGLE $1735 DOUBLE $1015 TRIPLE $825 QUAD $730 TOWER: SINGLE $1905 DOUBLE $1105 TRIPLE $885 QUAD $775 Send your check (made out to CTDAR, Inc) to: Mary Beth Johnson, PO Box 286, Middlefield CT 06455. For more information, contact Mary at (860) 349-2279 or
[email protected] D A R G o o d C i t i z ens , Ba r b a r a U l r i c h , S tate C h a i r man
Congratulations to Nancy Weidner, Connecticut’s 2008-2009 DAR Good Citizens Award Winner! Nancy is a senior at Simsbury High School and her application was submitted by the Abigail Phelps Chapter. Nancy has served as Class President for three years and as a student representative to the Board of Education. Next fall she plans to attend Bates College in Lewiston, Maine. Thanks to all chapters who participated in this contest.
Nancy Weidner, Connecticut’s 2008-2009 DAR Good Citizens Award Winner
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S tate Regent ’ s P r o ject: a M a k eO v e r F o r M att h i es Ha l l D o n o r L i st ( 3 / 0 8 - 1 / 0 9 )
My sincere thanks to our members who have contributed to the State Regent’s Project. Your donations will ensure that Matthies Hall continues to serve as an Essential Piece to Connecticut Daughters. Jennie Rehnberg, State Regent
Old Glory Jennie Rehnberg Carlson Family Foundation Freedom Jean Hemstreet Constitution Phyllis Provost McNeil Patriot Aetna Foundation, Inc. Pfizer Foundation Abigail Phelps Chapter Sarah Whitman Hooker Chapter Independence Joyce Cahill Gertrude Chandler Metta Delmore Gladys Haynes Marcelyn Karagosian Ruth Olsen Caroline Taylor Harriett Thorne Lois Warner Abigail Wolcott Ellsworth Chapter Eunice Dennie Burr Chapter Freelove Baldwin Stow Chapter Hannah Benedict Carter Chapter Lady Fenwick Chapter Mary Floyd Tallmadge Chapter Mary Wooster Chapter
Left to right: Jennie Rehnberg, Jean Hemstreet and Caroline Taylor
Independence (cont.) Penelope Terry Abbey Chapter Roger Sherman Chapter Stamford Chapter Trumbull-Porter Chapter Willard-Welles Stanley Chapter Liberty Jean Bartlett Carol Bauby Kimberly Borden Barbara Crede Claudette Johnson Susan McClen Nancy Merwin Anna Warner Bailey Chapter Anna Wood Elderkin Chapter Eunice Cobb Stocking Chapter Mary Silliman Chapter Norwalk Village Green Chapter Putnam Hill Chapter Roger Sherman Chapter Sarah Riggs Humphreys Chapter Charles Merriman Society, C.A.R. Donors Carla Bue Ginger Carter Mary Jane Fast LuJan Fenton Catherine Fisher Katherine Francis Janet Gillis
Donors (cont.) Phyllis Graf Claudine Harding Fran Into Mary Johnson Dee Jones Jean Kelsey Lynn Marshall Judy Messer Susan Mouchantat Jolene Mullen Vrege Murray Anne Penrose Janet Purinton Ida Ransom Celia Roberts Mary Roberts Barbara Rosseland Joan Scungio Florence Selleck Caroline Taylor Janice Zwicker Abigail Wolcott Ellsworth Chapter Captain Noah Grant Chapter Faith Trumbull Chapter Governor Jonathan Trumbull Chapter Hannah Woodruff Chapter Judea Chapter Mary Floyd Tallmadge Chapter Phoebe Humphrey Chapter Salisbury Arsenal Chapter Sarah Williams Danielson Chapter Willard-Welles-Stanley Chapter
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C T D A R G OL D E N G IRL S Calling all former Pages to join in the fun of reliving the year(s) you were a Page. Are you a Golden Girl? Come Friday afternoon to the business session and offer your expertise. Anyone interested in forming a State Page Club is encouraged to contact the State Regent, Jennie Rehnberg.
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Return to Ford’s Theatre: Authenticating the Lincoln Assassination Flag Dr. Susan Schoelwer Tuesday, April 14, 2009 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. On July 5, 2001 the Connecticut Historical Society held a press conference to announce the discovery of an important flag in its collection – one of five flags used to decorate the Presidential box at Ford’s Theatre on the night of Abraham Lincoln’s assassination. On April 14, the anniversary of Lincoln’s assassination, CHS’s Director of Collections Development, Dr. Susan P. Schoelwer will trace the history sleuthing that led to the rediscovery and authentication of this flag, its painstaking conservation, and its international celebrity culminating with a feature article on the front page of the New York Times and an appearance on the Today show! $3 members, seniors and students; $6 adults Reservations recommended: (860) 236-5621, ext. 238 S u p p o r t o u r H i st o r i c P r o p e r t i es
S PRI N G FLI N G Mark your calendar to attend the Annual Spring Fling on May 5, 2009 at the Aqua Turf Club on Mulberry Street in Plantsville (Southington), CT. Bring friends and family to this fun event that provides funding for the Nutmeg State News. Opportunities for beautifully decorated baskets will be available during this luncheon. 11:30 a.m. Social Hour 12:30 p.m. Luncheon 1:00 p.m. Program 1:30 p.m. Basket Auction Luncheon Tickets are $35.00. For more information, contact Mary Anne Magnuson at maryam144@hotmail. com or (860) 667-2879.
The Travelers Championship Golf Tournament takes place June 22 – 28, 2009 (formerly the GHO & CT’s only professional sporting event) and donates 100% of their profits to charity. The public pledges in the name of their favorite charity (CTDAR) 1¢, 2¢, 3¢ or more for each birdie (a birdie is a score that is under par on a golf hole) that all of the professional golfers make during the duration of the tournament. One-time donations can also be made. All money pledged on behalf of CTDAR will be donated to CTDAR and divided up among our four properties. Charities that receive the most in pledges will also get bonus money from the Travelers. DAR members who collect the most pledges will receive gas cards. Any one-time donations should make their checks payable to: “Travelers Championship” (a 501(c) 3 charity). Pledges will be billed in July from the accounting firm: Haggett Longobardi; A Division of J.H. Cohn LLP on behalf of the Travelers Championship. Pledge cards will be available at our Spring Conference, or may be found online at: www.travelerschampionship.com. Click on “Fundraisers” at the bottom of the page. This is a great way for you, your family and friends to support our Historic Properties: Ellsworth Homestead, Matthies Hall, Jonathan Trumbull House and Wadsworth Stable. Have fun guessing how many birdies will be made during the Travelers Championship Golf Tournament. You do not need to watch the tournament to find out the score – they will bill you in July for your pledge. So we know which DAR members collect the most pledges from their friends and family, cards should be mailed to Fran Into, CTDAR Treasurer, 16 Highland Green, Cromwell, CT 06416.
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D E B U T A N T E PR E S E N T A T IO N
Very special plans are underway for a Debutante Presentation at the Fall State Meeting, Friday evening, October 16, 2009 at the Marriott in Rocky Hill, CT. Metta Delmore of the Roger Sherman Chapter, has offered to assist in the planning this event. A Debutante Presentation is traditionally a means of presenting a young lady of 16-21 years of age to society. Each girl is formally presented with her partner to the audience. Once the girls have been presented, the group will join in the Grande March or a couple of formal dances. The dance will be followed by a dinner and a special event. If you are interested in helping Metta, and/or in having a daughter, niece, granddaughter, or dear friend presented at the CTDAR Debutante Presentation, please contact Metta at
[email protected] or (860) 868-1819. C at h ed r a l o f t h e P i nes & Yan k ee C and l e T o u r
Our Debutantes for 2006 From left to right: Sarah Ruh, Kelly Romans, Christine Martin, Honorary President General Presley Merritt Wagoner, Honorary CTDAR State Regent Caroline Taylor, Kathleen Karnes, Winter Desmarais and Charlotte Beckwith
The 62nd Cathedral of the Pines Service takes place on August 7 – 8, 2009. Cathedral of the Pines is an ecumenical place of worship and natural sanctuary. The Altar of the Nation within the Cathedral was unanimously recognized by the United States Congress and dedicated as a memorial for all American war dead. Overnight accommodations for Friday, August 7 are available at the Best Western in Keene, NH by calling (800) 533-6364. Arrangements have been made for a one-day bus trip for members and guests who wish to attend the service on August 8. The bus will pickup passengers on the grounds of Ellsworth/Matthies Hall, 778 Palisado Ave.,Windsor at 8:30 a.m. A light continental breakfast will be available before departure. After the 11 a.m. service, members and guests will enjoy a deli lunch at the VFW Post. On the return trip home, the bus will make a stop at the Yankee Candle Flagship Store in South Deerfield, MA. The total cost is $45, including lunch and transportation. The reservation deadline is July 25. Contact State Regent, Jennie Rehnberg for reservations at (860) 354-5521 or
[email protected]. Ice C r eam S o c i a l
Start making plans now to join the fun at the Annual Ice Cream Social and Arts & Craft Sale at the Ellsworth Homestead on July 25, 2009. This is our biggest event to benefit the Ellsworth Memorial Association. Chapters may rent space for their tag sale items or their arts and crafts. The cost for chapters is only $15 per 10' x 10' space with a table provided. Those chapters that have participated in the past have made several hundred dollars on this day and have lots of fun doing it! Also, if you have friends or relatives who are professional artists or craftsmen, please make them aware of our event. Rental space for non-DAR members is $25 per space (no table). Last year was our first year to include artists and craftsmen and it was a huge success! We hope to add and improve on it each year. Please have them contact Joyce Cahill at joyce.
[email protected]. More information will be provided at the Spring State Conference.
Jennie Rehnberg (left) and Ginger Carter (right) lend a helping hand at the 2008 Ice Cream Social
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On a cold and blustery night in November, this gorgeous c.1740 Enclosed Sleigh, fully restored to its original beauty, arrived on a flat bed trailer pulled by our State Regent, Jennie Rehnberg and her brother, Bruce Morsey. Assisting in this special delivery were nephew Devon Morsey, John Sniffen and his sons, Matthew and Mark, along with one of Bruce’s employees. Many thanks and much appreciation to the Ellsworth Homestead for relinquishing this treasure, and to our State Regent for this new arrival. State Regent Jennie Rehnberg rode atop the sleigh in the 2008 CT Veterans’ Day Parade in Hartford
C T D A R B y l aws U p date
Chapter delegates who attend the State Conference will have the opportunity to vote on several proposed changes to the CTDAR Bylaws. The main change is to create the office of State Curator. There are also several changes dealing with the Governor Jonathan Trumbull House and Wadsworth Stable. A copy of all the proposed changes will be sent to each Chapter Regent well in advance of the meeting, as stipulated in the Bylaws. The changes are being proposed by the Bylaws committee. Members include: Barbara Ulrich, Hon. State Regent; Jean Kelsey, Hon. State Regent; Marolyn Paulis, Hon. State Regent; Caroline Taylor, Hon. State Regent and Chairman Long Term Planning, Gov. Jonathan Trumbull House; Phyllis Provost McNeil, State Librarian; Joyce Cahill, State Vice Regent; Jennie Rehnberg, State Regent; and Karen Elmasry, Chairman.
D A R / S A R L i a i s o n C o mm i ttee
The President of the Connecticut Society, Sons of the American Revolution (CSSAR) has appointed Chris Nichols as the DAR Liaison State Chairman. As chairman, he will work closely with CTDAR’s SAR Liaison and/or State Regent to accomplish this harmony. He will seek ways for the two organizations to work together (i.e. grave markings, historic celebrations, genealogy workshops, dinners, etc.). Currently, the focus is on increasing SAR membership by signing up the male relatives of dar members. This is accomplished with the DAR Finder form, which will be distributed to all chapters. It can also be found on the SAR web site, www.sar.org, under the “For Members” drop down menu. Go to “National Committees with Web Sites”, then “DAR Liaison Committee”.
Chris Nichols, DAR Liaison State Chairman for CSSAR
Chris contacted our State Regent and now CTDAR has a new state committee – the SAR/DAR Liaison Committee. Jennie has appointed Carol Bauby as chairman. We felt it was important for us to mirror the SAR program to better foster a relationship between the two organizations in Connecticut, and to work together for the betterment of both organizations. Chris will speak about this new committee at the Friday dinner during our Spring Conference, and forms and letters will be distributed in chapter mail boxes and by email. He can be reached at
[email protected] or cell phone (203) 889-1447.
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The Ellsworth Memorial Association held the Ellsworth Quilt Show Saturday, September 13 and Sunday, September 14, 2008 in Matthies Hall on the grounds of the Oliver Ellsworth Homestead in Windsor, CT as part of the town of Windsor’s 375th anniversary celebration. The Ellsworth Quilt Show included over 60 antique and contemporary quilts, quilting related vendors, lectures by noted quilt experts, opportunities to have antique quilts evaluated, and more. The Abigail Phelps Chapter sold food and beverages throughout the show. Local quilt experts gave free lectures each day. Kris Driessen, the “Quilt Bus Lady”, quilt historian and teacher, gave Saturday’s lecture on dating quilts made from 1800 until World War II. Sue Reich, a local quilt historian and teacher, gave Sunday’s lecture on The History of Quilts in Connecticut with an emphasis on DAR Quilts. For $5 per quilt, attendees were invited to bring their antique quilts to be evaluated by these experts. Viewer’s Choice ribbons were awarded to the following individuals: • Best Piecing – Pat Blair of East Hartford, CT • Best Quilting – Edwin W. Strickland II of New Britain, CT • Best Applique/Embroidery – Pauline M. Shaw of Simsbury, CT • Best DAR Made Quilt – Geraldine Strong of Vernon, CT • Best in Show – Edwin W. Strickland II of New Britain, CT Over $3,000.00 was raised by the event which benefits the Ellsworth Memorial Association.
Members of the Sarah Williams Danielson Chapter, Mary Brown (left) and Chapter Regent Mary Ellen Tomeo (right) flank Dr. Lavius Robinson attired in his authentic Pilgrim garb. Dr. Robinson spoke at the Chapter’s Good Citizens Program in November on “Why the Pilgrims Left England”.
D A R Rea l D aug h te r s
Help is needed to promote the Real Daughters project and encourage chapters and/or members to consider marking the graves of those Real Daughters that do not already have DAR markers. Did you know there are 106 Real Daughters in Connecticut? Of those Real Daughters, only 24 have DAR grave markers. Shirley Wagers and her assistant Kati Grulke are working diligently gathering vital information not previously published in Chapter Sketches: Connecticut Daughters of the American Revolution; Patriots’ Daughters edited by Mary Philotheta Root, c. 1904. Photographs of the tombstones are needed because most of them are over 100 years old, and many are in a state of deterioration due to weather, pollution, and vandalism. The tombstone photographs are vital for the Historian General’s Office and will be placed in the Real Daughters file. Chapters/members are strongly encouraged to make copies of their information, including photographs for the CTDAR Library. This information will be placed in an archival file for future use. Those chapters wishing to mark or rededicate graves of Real Daughters should contact the Historian General’s Office for information.
Left to right: Natalie Weise and Patricia Rockwell
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Chapter Happenings C a p ta i n N o a h G r ant C h a p te r ce l e b r ates G e o r g i anna’ s 1 0 0 t h !
M a r y C l a p W o o ste r C h a p te r
With the persistence of Vice Regent Jean Van Sickles, the Mary Clap Wooster original charter was located at the New Haven Museum and Historical Society. Bill Hosley (right) of the NHM & Historical Society displayed the charter at our October meeting, joined by Jean Van Sickles (center) and Regent Joyce Saraceni (left).
Left to right: Nancy Strong, Geraldine Strong, Doris Farr, Georgianna Prescott (seated), Shirley Knofla, April Staley
Georgianna joined DAR on April 17, 1937. That makes her a 71 year member! She joined as a junior and has fond memories of paging at Continental Congress. She was a member of the former Sabra Trumbull Chapter as was her mother and grandmother. Sabra Trumbull Chapter disbanded in the 1950s with Georgianna taking her membership to Orford Parish. When Captain Noah Grant began in 1975, Georgianna became an organizing member and has served as our chaplain and corresponding secretary for many years. We are proud to have her as a member of our chapter!
N atu r a l i z at i o n
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C e r em o n y i n Fa i r f i e l d
During the holidays, State Regent Jennie Rehnberg visited with Ethel Readyoff, member of the Roger Sherman Chapter, to give her a puzzle piece. This symbolized her many years as an essential piece of CTDAR.
Luc r et i a S h aw C h a p te r M em o r i a l G r a v e D ed i cat i o n
In 2007, the Executive Director of the International Institute of Connecticut spoke to the Eunice Dennie Burr Chapter about immigration. Pamela Huth (above) attended the Naturalization Ceremony on September 25, 2008 at the Quick Center at Fairfield University. DAR was permitted to have a small display.
At Ye Antientist Burial Ground in New London, the chapter places American Flags on all of the 35 Revolutionary War Patriots who are buried there on Memorial Day and Veterans’ Day. On October 11, 2008, the chapter dedicated a plaque in memory of Nathaniel Shaw, Jr., and his wife, Lucretia for their contributions toward American Independence.
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Putnam C o ttage , f o r me r l y Kna p p ’ s T a v e r n
This bright red house on the Boston Post Road has had a long and colorful history. It was originally built in the early 17th century in what was then known as “Horse Neck” and has grown over the years into its current size and shape. During this time, a number of elements have both been added and removed from the structure. The result is the current building that reflects the changing attitudes of the various owners who have lived and worked there, rather than just those of the original owners and builders. It is not a static object from the late 1600s, but a dynamic building that reflects the whole period of its existence. Situated just east of “Put’s Hill” in Greenwich, Connecticut, the house has long been associated with General Israel Putnam and his heroic escape from the British during the Revolutionary War. By the middle of the 19th century, the link was firmly established in the community. The house was opened to the public on the centennial of Putnam’s ride and filled with relics from the colonial era. The DAR formalized this tradition when it opened it as a museum in 1906, and later a tea house under the name Putnam Cottage. Generations of visitors have come to know the building by this name. In actuality, the name is misleading. Putnam’s association with the building highlights just a brief moment in its history and the term cottage would not have been used to describe such a substantial building in the 18th century. The original house is thought to have been built by the family of Timothy Knapp in the first quarter of the 1700s. He and his wife, Martha Weeks, shared it with their son Isaac Knapp, Sr. and his family, including his first two children. Later in the century it was used as a tavern and the meeting place for the local Freemasons. It is intimately connected to the Revolutionary War, having housed General Putnam and hosted General Washington for lunch. Yes, George Washington ate there and a framed copy of the receipt is hanging inside! Soon after the DAR chapter was organized, the Regent and some citizens of Greenwich purchased Putnam Cottage. Several years later an agreement was reached between the Israel Putnam House Association, Inc. (who holds the deed to the property as a nonprofit private museum) and the Putnam Hill Chapter DAR. The PHCDAR has the use and benefit of the property for as long as they exist and thereafter for the citizens of Greenwich. Today, the cottage is used for an annual historic reenactment of a Revolutionary War battle and Putnam’s Ride, in addition to Chapter meetings, social gatherings and an annual Candlelight Open House in December. Putnam Cottage is open to the public on Sundays from spring to fall with tours given by member docents.
Chelsea Bacon, CT C.A.R. President; Mary Bush C.A.R. President; Janet Rossman, Vice Regent Putnam Hill; Christine Varner, Docent Putnam Hill DAR; Kathleen Saxon, Putnam Hill Recording Secretary; and Victoria Slater, Mary Bush C.A.R. Librarian
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Carol Bauby, Regent of the Trumbull-Porter Chapter, (center) presents CTDAR Essential Piece Awards to Helen Totz and Mae Flynn, members of Project Hometown Support on November 13, 2008
The Trumbull-Porter Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution of the Greater Watertown-Waterbury area, invited the members of Project Hometown Support to their November 13th meeting, held at the Thomaston Savings Bank Community Room in Waterbury. Two members of this group spoke about its founding and what they have accomplished. This award, created by CTDAR State Regent Jennie Rehnberg, is given to “honor those in the community who exemplify extraordinary courage, strength of character, admirable qualities or achievements, for the betterment of the community”. In the photo, Carol Bauby, center, Regent of the Trumbull-Porter Chapter presents the awards and a $100.00 check from the chapter to Mae Flynn, right, and Helen Totz, left. Chapter members also made personal donations to buy goods to be sent to the troops.
CTDAR Calendar of 2009 2009
JULY
APRIL 4 Black Powder Reenactor’s Tag Sale at Gov. Jonathan Trumbull House 17-19 116th Annual State Conference The Courtyard by Marriott, Cromwell MAY 5 Spring Fling, Aqua Turf Club, Plantsville 13 Hillside DAR Day, Hillside School, Marlborough, MA Note new date 20 SORC – Manchester Country Club 23 Memorial Day Parade at Gov. Jonathan Trumbull House
JUNE
6 EMA Board Meeting, Abigail’s Kitchen 9:30 am Note new day Saturday 6 EMA Annual Meeting, Matthies Hall 11:00 am 13 Second Saturday at Gov. Jonathan Trumbull House 20 State Council Meeting, Abigail’s Kitchen, 9:15 am Note new day Saturday 20 State Board of Management Meeting, Matthies Hall 11:00 am
7-12 118th NSDAR Continental Congress, Washington, DC 11 Second Saturday at Gov. Jonathan Trumbull House 25 Ice Cream Social, Ellsworth Homestead 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
AUGUST
7-8 Cathedral of the Pines, Rindge, NH 11:00 am 8 Second Saturday at Gov. Jonathan Trumbull House
SEPTEMBER 9 State Council Meeting, Abigail’s Kitchen 9:15 am 9 State Board of Management Meeting, Matthies Hall 11:00 am 12 Second Saturday at Gov. Jonathan Trumbull House 12 Ham & Bean Supper, Matthies Hall 4:30 - 7:00 pm OCTOBER
3 NSDAR National Board Meeting, Washington, DC 3-11 NSDAR National Tour - Northeast Revolutionary War Sites 16-18 1 16th Fall State Meeting, Rocky Hill Marriott
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OFFICIAL CALL – 116th State Conference Connecticut Daughters of the American Revolution April 17 – 19, 2009 State Conference Theme: “Preserving History and Traditions”
Courtyard by Marriott 4 Sebethe Drive, Cromwell, CT 06416 Hotel Reservations: 1-800-627-7468 Group Code: Connecticut Daughters of the American Revolution Room Rate $89.00 + taxes single/double – parking is complimentary Hotel & Tour Reservation Deadline: Monday, March 30, 2009
Conference Chairman: Joyce Cahill, Connecticut State Vice Regent, 9 Whitman Pond Rd., Simsbury, CT 06070 (860) 651-1329
[email protected] Meal Reservation Deadline is Tuesday, April 7, 2009 Hostess – Shore & Country District PR E - R E GI S T RAT I O N : All members of CTDAR attending this meeting MUST pre-register. Please return your completed pre-registration form,
including check payable to CTDAR, Inc. (Master Card or Visa accepted). Mail to: Mary Anne Magnuson, Reservation Chairman. M E NU S
Friday Banquet Saturday Breakfast All That Jazz Sponsored by the Cameo Club – DAR 101 Minestrone Soup Sunrise Buffet Pan Seared Cod /lemon herb crust Fresh juice, scrambled eggs, bacon, Chicken Milanese/white wine sauce home fries, fresh bakery basket Vegetables, starch, rolls, cheesecake Tea/coffee Tea/coffee
Saturday CTDAR Awards Luncheon Pesto Rubbed Chicken/herb cream sauce Baked Tilapia/pineapple salsa garden salad, vegetable, starch rolls, Chef’s choice dessert Tea/coffee
DIR E C T I O N S : From 1-91 North or South exit 21. Turn right on Berlin Road. Turn right on Sebethe Drive. Hotel on right.
1 1 6 t h S ta te C o n fe r e n ce O ff i c i a l P r e - Re g i st r at i o n F o r m
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: April 7, 2009 Mail to: Mary Anne Magnuson, 127 Southwood Rd., Newington, CT 06111 (860) 667-2879
[email protected]
Please fill out one REGISTRATION form for EACH person attending the State Conference, even if you only attend ONE event. There is no registration fee for guests, but guests should check in at the Registration Table. NAME____________________________________________________________________________________
CHAPTER_________________________________
ADDRESS_____________________________________________________________ ____________________
PHONE___________________________________
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State Officer o Honorary State Regent o State Councilor o State Chairman o Chapter Regent o Page o Member o Guest Will you be staying at the hotel? Check if yes o First time attending State Conference? Check if yes o Cost Amount R E g i st r at i o n fee : DAR Member (Required) (Pages - no charge) $5.00 $ _____________ o
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Friday Banquet: Pan Seared Cod o Chicken Milanese o Breakfast Buffet: o Saturday Luncheon: Baked Tilapia o Pesto Rubbed Chicken o Saturday Afternoon Break: Tea, coffee, soda, cookies Saturday Buffet Dinner at Baci Grill, 134 Berlin Rd, Cromwell: o (Includes four entree choices, salad, dessert, rolls, soft drinks)
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Thank you for your donation, which will help offset costs for our State Conference. Total Payable to: CTDAR, Inc.
$ _____________
Please charge my (circle one) Master Card or VISA Card Permission to charge the above amount. Card Number: ___________________________________________________ Expiration Date: ____________________ 3-digit Security code: _______________ Name on Card: __________________________________________________ Address on Card: ______________________________________________________
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The CT Society Children of the American Revolution invites the members of the CTDAR to join them on Saturday, March 28, 2009 for their annual state conference. This year the meeting is being held at the Liberty Hall in Ansonia, CT. Look for the registration form that will be posted on the CTDAR members’ web site soon! This is a great way to find out what C.A.R. is all about, and find out how you can get involved with training our future membership! Our State Theme this year has been Ensuring American Patriotism with Hometown Pride. Chelsea Bacon has worked hard with all the societies this year to create calendars that were sold to support her project. Each calendar features historical places and people throughout Connecticut, with photo drawings which may be colored. The cost of each calendar is $10 including shipping, with a minimum order of 5 calendars for $50. Please make your checks payable to “C.S.C.A.R.” for the amount of your order, and mail to: Chelsea Bacon, C.S.C.A.R. State President,10 Eggleston Lane, Old Greenwich, CT 068702002. The CTDAR owned Wadsworth Stable is to be the recipient of the profits of her efforts. You will be among the first to find out how much money was raised if you attend the conference! Cece Messier will be giving a presentation on the Wadsworth Stable that day as part of this celebration. For more information on the C.S.C.A.R. State Conference, please contact Sr. State President, Tricia Chapman-Herel at (860) 227-8214 or
[email protected].
The Nutmeg State News Connecticut Daughters of the American Revolution State Registrar Nancy Pexa 8 Monroe Lane Avon, CT 06001
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