Why We Love DAR

Sarah Maclay created an amazing after-school arts club for her school thanks to a community classroom grant from NSDAR. Join Cindy Birdwell and Sarah as they explore the creative world of this wonderful elementary art teacher and artist. To find out more about the Daughters of the American Revolution, explore our Gettysburg DAR Chapter Website at this link: https://gettysburgdar.wixsite.com/gettys...

Join Edy in welcoming our chapter's new regent, Dr. Kathy Mellott. To find out more about the Daughters of the American Revolution, explore our Gettysburg DAR Chapter Website at this link: https://gettysburgdar.wixsite.com/gettysburgdar

Join us as Gayle Yost shares the incredible, long-hidden story of her father, Richard D. Lebo, and his comrades during World War II. This remarkable tale of bravery and survival was kept from the public for 50 years. Now, you can hear the details of their secret rescue and the courage that kept them going. Don’t miss this powerful episode of Hidden Heroes. Cate Lineberry's The Secret Rescue T...

Please join us for this fascinating conversation with Rick Guth, an expert reenactor and writer, who has just published a new children's book called George Taylor, Signer of the Declaration of Independence. Taylor was one of eight signers who were foreign-born. You can find Mr. Guth's book on Amazon.com at this link: https://a.co/d/8vghlzi Visit the George Taylor House: https://gtha.vipm...

Join Aleta Keck and Edy Sarnoff of the Gettysburg Chapter, NSDAR as they look forward to joining you at Continental Congress this year. They share all the ins and outs to make this a great experience! For More Information: Home - 133rd Continental Congress (cvent.com)

Have you ever wondered what it's like to be the PSSDAR registrar for our whole state?  Enjoy our PSSDAR Registrar's presentation for prospective DAR members. You'll get a glimpse into Sharon Martini's busy life as she helps prospective members submit their DAR applications and current members to submit their supplemental applications. Please feel free to share this podcast with...

Join us for a marvelous discussion with our PSSDAR State Librarian and president/CEO of PCN, Debra Sheppard as she reveals her choice for this year's state book club book! This is a great episode for those who want to know more about how our chapters support the NSDAR library and the fun of participating in our book clubs at the national, state, and chapter level. Our interview just happened...

Enjoy listening to Aleta Keck's reflections on her recent trip to Continental Congress, attending state events, and her first year as first vice regent. To find out more about DAR leadership courses: DAR Leadership Training Overview | Daughters of the American Revolution

Our state is divided into six districts, each with its own character and geography but all with a great Love of Service! Meet our PSSDAR district directors, Amy Ellsworth, Lory Fraraccio-Kenney, Edy Sarnoff, Kathleen Shaffer, Tracy Fazekas, and Susan Matlack, as they discuss their districts goals, challenges, and great successes! Find More Information at: Pennsylvania State Society, NSDAR Website...

Join Marian Witherow, Chapter Regent, Cindy Birdwell, and Barb Greeley as they introduce our chapter's participation in Women's Month at the new Worle War II American Experience Museum. It's amazing all that American women, especially in the NSDAR, did to help the war effort! Mentioned in this episode: The World War II American Experience Museum NSDAR website America 250 | Daughters...

Join Eugene Hough of the Legacy Marker Program as he tells us about the amazing work being accomplished toward the restoration of Old Swedes Cemetery in Chester, PA. This state project, initiated by our State Regent, Marguerite Fritsch, is already resonating goodness through all the participants' Love of Service, especially our DAR members who contribute toward the immediate physical tasks su...

Gettysburg Chapter member, Marian Witherow, recently had a Zoom chat with our new regent, Cynthia Birdwell, who shared so many wonderful chapter activities and goals.  Their insights into the fun and important service that a DAR chapter provides to our community is so inspiring. From individual member growth and fulfillment to the honoring of veterans, teachers, and our nation, there is something...

Cynthia Pritchard is the PSSDAR America 250 Committee Chair who is helping our state celebrate the 250th anniversary of the founding of our great nation. Join her and Marian and Witherow in this fun interview that tells us all the ways we can join in the celebration! Mentioned in this episode: NSDAR website America 250 | Daughters of the American Revolution (dar.org) Enjoy more podcasts, videos, b...

Introducing our new PSSDAR State Regent, Marguerite Fritsch! Join Marian for this lively interview with Mrs. Fritsch as they explore the wonderful goals and projects that are in store for us in Pennsylvania DAR chapters these next three years. Also, please enjoy exploring our newly updated NSDAR website and PSSDAR website for the latest news about our Love of Service to God, Home, and Country. Enj...

Have you ever imagined raising a guide dog for a blind person? Our Gettysburg DAR chapter member, Anne Gallon, has raised four dogs for this great organization and today joins another great chapter member, Marian Witherow, to tell us all about her adventures. Here is a video that Anne made of her current dog's career so far:  (19) Neptune 5NN20 SS - YouTube You can find more information at: G...

Today I sit down virtually with PSSDAR Organizing Secretary, Susan Gillette Meer, to discuss her new chapter webinar, Finding Your Passion in DAR.  You can schedule a webinar for your own chapter or find more information by emailing Susan at: stateorgsec@pssdar.org Enjoy more podcasts, videos, blog posts, and resources about the Gettysburg NSDAR Chapter and DAR in general at:   Home | Gettysburgda...

Join our DAR chapter for a delightful talk with Ruthmary McIlhenney who recently regaled us with stories of teas, coffee, politics, and culture all from the "Temporary White House" of President Eisenhower in Gettysburg PA. Ruthmary McIlhenney is an avid student and admirer of Mamie Eisenhower. She has studied at the Eisenhower Academy, a summer Institute for Teachers, which offers detail...

Join me for our wide-ranging discussion on the many community contributions of the Dwight D. Eisenhower Society. Their vice chairman, Dr. Walton Jones brings us up to speed on the many activities and events of the society as they seek to promote the extraordinary qualities of the 34th president of the United States and the Supreme Commander of the Allied Expeditionary Forces in Europe during World...

Join David Maclay (a barn preservation expert) and Marian Witherow (our Gettysburg Chapter, NSDAR Chapter Vice Regent for the second part of this exploration of the wonderful world of barns as a nexus of rural life here in Adams County, PA. Listen for great tips about how to save your barn! Historic Gettysburg and Adams County HGAC's Historic Barns Registry Historic Gettysburg and Adams Count...

Join David Maclay (a barn preservation expert) and Marian Witherow (our Gettysburg Chapter, NSDAR Chapter Vice Regent) in an exploration of the wonderful world of barns as a nexus of rural life here in Adams County, PA. Listen for great tips about how to save your barn! HGAC's Historic Barns Registry Historic Gettysburg and Adams County Get Involved If you enjoyed this podcast, you might enjo...

Join our Student Awards Committee to hear about the magic that happened when we honored our award-winning students this year! If you enjoyed this podcast, you might enjoy our Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/GettysburgChapterPSSDAR/?ref=page_internal and our YouTube Channel: Gettysburg Chapter, NSDAR, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania - YouTube

Sharon, our Gettysburg Chapter, NSDAR Chapter National Defense Chairperson, shares these fascinating facts about our presidents at a recent chapter meeting. If you enjoyed this podcast, you might enjoy our Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/GettysburgChapterPSSDAR/?ref=page_internal and our YouTube Channel: Gettysburg Chapter, NSDAR, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania - YouTube

Share my latest historic treasure discovery on a back road in South Central PA. Join me as I interview Cindy, Pastor Trish, and Daena about their care of the Historic Rock Chapel near York Springs, PA. This 18th century chapel has gone through fascinating times from the beginnings of Methodism in this region through the Civil War and its preservation and celebration today. Find out more about the...

Nina shares her memories of growing  up in an 18th century mill in south central Pennsylvania and its journey through history. If you enjoyed this podcast, you might enjoy our Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/GettysburgChapterPSSDAR/?ref=page_internal Also check out Nina's tour of her mill and our videos at:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeF3VDPTBi3YW  

Join me to hear fascinating facts about our U. S. Constitution-pass it on! If you enjoyed this podcast, follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/GettysburgChapterPSSDAR Also check out our videos at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeF3VDPTBi3YW2t7B6oUCrQ