In addition to the chapter’s in-person meeting, the chapter members were eager to partake in Bald Knob’s History Festival. Four of the chapter members were present with handouts for visitors to the booth.
March
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On January 8, the Frederick Van Patten Chapter of Searcy met online via zoom. After the business portion, the chapter was able to learn more information on NSDAR’s history and procedures of the Service to America program and the positive impact it has has on communities and the DAR daughters. Other points of interest that were spoken on were the history and purpose of the USO, British oceanographer Arthur Doodson and his invention that assisted with D-Day, and veteran and Tribal leader Marcella LaBeau, of the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe.
Veterans’ Boxes and Appreciation
Several ladies of the Frederick Van Patten Chapter met today to deliver boxes of appreciation and cheer to the local Veteran’s clinic. These boxes are just a small token of appreciation to the veterans for their service.
The Chapter would like to say a special thank you to the employees of the Harding University Brackett Library and other members of the community who helped by donating items and giftboxes to this cause.
Remembering Pearl Harbor
Today makes the 80th anniversary of Pearl Harbor. The Frederick Van Patten Chapter took a moment today to remember the lives lost at this unexpected event, and the domino effect it caused.
Below are links that highlight the events and some of soldiers that were there.
https://news.yahoo.com/ducey-veterans-host-ceremony-capitol-224805595.html?fr=sycsrp_catchall
November Activities
November has been a busy month for the ladies of the Frederick Van Patten Chapter, NSDAR. Several Arkansas daughters, including our own Rebecca and Mary Kay, spent of couple of days in Washington D.C., touring the freshly restored Constitution Hall, among the other areas of the N.S.D.A.R. building. Another activity that the Frederick Van Patten Chapter partook in was the laying of a wreath of poppies on the Vietnam Memorial at the Courthouse Square. The daughters also partook in a community project of stuffing and wrapping Christmas boxes that are to be donated to the local VA hospitals. The Frederick Van Patten Chapter is blessed to has so many daughters who strive to be active within the chapter and community. The Frederick Van Patten Chapter would also like to give a special thanks to the staff of the Harding University Brackett Library for their assistance in putting together several Christmas boxes for the veterans. Their enthusiasm and efforts are greatly appreciated!
Wreath laying on the Vietnam Memorial
Just a reminder
May Recap
The Frederick Van Patten Chapter took a day to recognize two of their members during a Sunday tea this month. Dr. Cathleen Shultz and Honorable Annabelle Tuck were awarded the Women in American History for all the work they have done in their respective fields. Listening to their dedication and achievements they have done left everyone with a sense of awe and gratitude. These two women were humble about their achievements but are considered by many to be trailblazers, creating pathways and opening doors for others to follow. The Frederick Van Patten Chapter is honored to be able to present these awards to these outstanding ladies, who are also members of said chapter!
The Frederick Van Patten chapter was also excited to their first first hybrid meeting of the year. Regent Fran Haverstick presented Dr. Elizabeth Wilson with a NSDAR community service award for all of her work and dedication to domestic violence. Regent Haverstick later gave in enlightening program on Madonnas of the Trail, tributes made the pioneer women and mothers as they traveled west. Regent Haverstick traveled to a couple of these in person and was able to give the other members tips for if they ever travel to the Madonnas of the Trail.
Lastly, Regent Haverstick presented scholarships from the Frederick Van Patten Chapter to two graduating seniors. The Chapter is thrilled to be able to help these young ladies pursue a degree and are thankful to the members who donated to the Scholarship fund to make these scholarships possible.
April 10th Meeting
On April 10, the Frederick Van Patten Chapter met virtually for the monthly business meeting. Junior Member Deena Reynolds gave a brief presentation on the DAR schools, their locations and goals, and how to support the schools. These schools included Kate Duncan School (KDS), Berry College, Crossnore School and Children’s home, Hillside School, Hindman Settlement School, Bacone College, and Chemawa Indian School. These schools can be supported through Amazon wish lists, Coca Cola donations, Box Tops, personal donations, and buying a school pin to help fund their many needs and necessities.
More Information can be found at https://www.dar.org/national-society/education/dar-schools
Afterwards, the chapter continued with the business portion of the meeting. It was voted that the May meeting will be a hybrid meeting, both in-person and virtual.
Water Conservation
On March 13, the Frederick Van Patten Chapter convened an online meeting. The meeting began with Mr. Daniel Dawson on water facts and conservation tips. Mr. Dawson has been employed with Searcy Water Utilities for over 37 years, and is also a master naturalist-an individual who focuses on growth of plants native to a specific region. Mr. Dawson gave some wonderful suggestions on conservation tips in the bathroom, kitchen, laundry room, water leaks, water heater, lawn/garden, and emergency shutoff. Some of these suggestions included placing a filled bottle in the tank of the toilet to reduce water usage (more appropriate for older tanks), checking the supply hose to your washer, mulch garden beds to help maintain moisture, “plug” your yard (aerating clay soil helps get water to the roots, decreasing water usage), and knowing where your shut-off valve to the house is.
Further information and brochures can be requested at d.dawson@searcywater.org
After an informative presentation, the Frederick Van Patten chapter continued to the business section of the meeting. The chapter looks to meet again in April.
Frederick Van Patten Chapter, NSDAR 