DAR membership offers us a unique chance to learn about the rich American history in the greater New York City area, give back to our local community, and hone our leadership skills within our chapter and at the state and national levels, all while networking and building friendships. Members are involved as much or as little as their time affords, and we enjoy the mix of new and familiar faces at our meetings and activities.

ACTIVITIES

In addition to monthly meetings, our chapter offers diverse activities, which are scheduled primarily on weeknights and weekends. Members' children, families, and guests are encouraged to join in these activities and get involved in our community.

Our current year's activities calendar is representative of the kinds of activities we engage in every year. Please email our chapter Contact for more information if you are interested in attending a meeting. 

• Commemoration of the Anniversary of the Battle of Brooklyn (1776) marked by a historic tavern lecture as well as a re-enactment, parade, and ceremony at the park
   
• Constitution Week. The chapter will participate in a bus tour with lunch and a tour of a historic tavern museum
   
• Our chapter joins the Old Stone House Society, Children of the American Revolution (C.A.R.) to plant bulbs
   
• NYC Veterans' Day Parade. The Peter Minuit Chapter marched in the annual New York City Veterans Day Parade,  followed by the New York City Patriotic Societies' Massing of the Colors and attended Evensong at a famous downtown church
   
• Holiday Party & Literacy Challenge Collection. The chapter celebrates with a family holiday luncheon at a club in Manhattan
   
• Sons and Daughters Gala Ball. The Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) 1st New York Continental Chapter hosts this grand event
   
• Juniors' Valentine Tea
   
• George Washington Ball hosted by the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR)
   
• Day Trip. Tour of the United States Military Academy post
   
• Chapter's Anniversary Celebration will be marked by a dinner in Manhattan
   
• The chapter's last meeting of the 2007-2008 year will conclude with a party on a rooftop deck, weather permitting
   
• Fourth of July Party
   

ONGOING PROJECTS

Our members, many of whom serve as chapter chairs for national committees, provide information and opportunities for projects we support, including:

  
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Revised: March 25, 2008