FARMINGTON — The Colonial Daughters Chapter DAR held its regular monthly meeting in January at Ferro House on the campus of the University of Maine Farmington.
Deborah Burke of Wilton was welcomed as a new member, joining under her Patriot Veren Balch. Also welcomed as new transfer members were Linda Bauer of Chesterville, formerly a member of Gemini Springs Chapter in Deltona, Fla., and Roxine Hennings of Detroit, formerly a member of Koussinoc Chapter in Augusta.
The ladies were welcomed by chapter registrar Joanne Page and chapter chaplain Theo Ross.
Following the business meeting, Peter Tracy — a well-known local consulting forester — presented a slide program explaining forest management, it’s natural resources and environmental awareness, followed by a period of questions and answers.
The Daughters of the American Revolution is a service organization dedicated to promoting patriotism, preserving American history and securing America’s future through better education. Colonial Daughters meet the fourth Tuesday of the month and all regular meetings are open to the public. Anyone interested in joining or learning more about DAR may visit www.dar.org/national-society/become-member for more information.
PHOTO: Colonial Daughters Chapter DAR members include transfer member Roxine Hennings, chapter registrar Joanne Page, transfer member Linda Bauer, new member Deborah Burke and chapter chaplain Theo Ross. (Submitted photo)
