Margery Sullivan Chapter NSDAR

09/01/2026

September 17th - 1pm
"Remember the Ladies"
at the American Independence Center

09/01/2026

FACTS ABOUT THE U.S. CONSTITUTION

• There were 13 states in America when the Constitution was signed on September 17, 1787.

• It has been 239 years since the Constitution was signed in the birthplace of our nation, Philadelphia.

• The Constitution is 5 pieces of paper that has all the laws of our country written on them.

• You can see them in Washington, DC.

• There were 42 men at the Convention in Philadelphia that day and 39 of them signed the Constitution.

• North Carolina was a very large state way back then.

• James Madison, who later became President of the United States, was called “The Father of the Constitution.”

• A separate part of the Constitution is “The Bill of Rights” that tells of all the freedoms that we have.

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09/01/2026

Save The Date

09/01/2026

2026 CONSTITUTION WEEK POSTER CONTEST
Artists of ALL Ages

The Margery Sullivan Chapter, NSDAR invites artists of ALL AGES—DAR members and non-members alike—to participate in the 2026 Constitution Week Poster Contest!

Create an original work of art celebrating the spirit and meaning of the United States Constitution!

We are proud to feature the National 2026 Constitution Week Poster in our image created by Grace Kellogg Niemczyk from the Wellsboro Chapter in Pennsylvania.

LOCAL ENTRY DEADLINE: November 2nd, 2026
Whether you're a student, teacher, homeschooler, professional artist, or simply someone who loves America and enjoys creating art, we encourage you to participate!
Celebrate the Constitution. Share your creativity. Inspire your community.

RECOGNITION
Local winner will be honored at our annual awards program in February 2027. The winning local entry will advance through the DAR judging process for an opportunity to be selected as the state, regional, and national winning poster. The national winning poster will be printed by the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR) in spring 2027 and offered for sale through the National DAR Store.

LOCAL ENTRY DEADLINE: November 2nd, 2026
Whether you're a student, teacher, homeschooler, professional artist, or simply someone who loves America and enjoys creating art, we encourage you to participate!
Celebrate the Constitution. Share your creativity. Inspire your community.

CONTEST REQUIREMENTS
✓ Entry Form: Each original artwork entry must be accompanied by an Entry Form
✓ Original Artwork: Artwork must be completely original and created by hand by the submitting artist.
✓ Paper Only: Artwork must be created on paper suitable for the chosen medium. The original artwork must be submitted.
✓ Size: Entries must measure exactly 11 x 17 inches. No exceptions.
✓ Theme: Artwork must illustrate “The Spirit and Meaning of the United States Constitution.”
✓ Required Wording: The phrase “Constitution Week September 17-23”
must appear on the artwork in letters no less than 2½ inches high.
Do not include the year.
✓ Signature: The artist may sign the back of the artwork in pencil. Do not sign the front.
✓ U.S. Flag Code: Any artwork depicting the United States flag must comply with the U.S. Flag Code. Historical U.S. flags, including versions with different numbers of stars, may be depicted. Flags should be portrayed respectfully and should not have words, symbols, logos, or artwork placed directly on the flag itself.
✓ Submission: DAR members should notify their Chapter Constitution Week Chair and/or Chapter Regent. Non-DAR members must be sponsored by a DAR chapter.

NOT ALLOWED
✕ Copies of original artwork — original artwork only
✕ AI or computer-assisted design — AI composition assistance and computer-assisted design are prohibited and will result in disqualification.
✕ Mounted, matted, or framed artwork
✕ 3-dimensional artwork, decorations, raised surfaces, or applied objects
✕ Do not roll artwork when forwarding it. Artwork should be packed and kept flat to protect its integrity.
✕ Artwork will not be returned. The submitting artist must surrender the original artwork.

ACCEPTED ARTISTIC MEDIUMS & GENRES
Artwork may be in color or black and white and may represent one or more of these genres:
• Landscape
• Still life
• Portrait
• Realism
• Impressionist
• Traditionalist
• New school
• Dot work (pointillist)
Accepted mediums include:
• Oil, acrylic, and watercolor paints
• Watercolor pencils
• Charcoal
• Pastels
• Pencil
• Pen and ink
• Markers
If using pastels or charcoal, please use a suitable spray to affix the medium.
Knife application is not recommended because it may affect print clarity and reproducibility.

SUBMISSION REMINDERS
• Each artist may submit one or two entries.
• Submit only the original artwork on paper along with the completed Entry Form.
• The original artwork cannot be returned.
• Artwork must be submitted flat—do not roll it.

09/01/2026

Step Into the Story of Daniel Boone! 🌲📖

📍 Avery County Public Library
📅 Saturday, September 12
⏰ 11:00 a.m.

What if you could follow Daniel Boone’s footsteps - not just through the pages of a book, but across the actual landscapes where he lived, explored, fought, and dreamed of the next frontier?

Join America 250 - Avery County, NC for a special author event with acclaimed North Carolina historian and author Randell Jones, who will share stories from his award-winning book, In the Footsteps of Daniel Boone.

Jones brings Boone’s legendary 86-year life to the landscape, taking readers to 100 historic sites across 11 states - from his birthplace in Pennsylvania to his final home in Missouri, and along the trails that opened the way to Kentucky.

The newly updated 2nd edition (2024) features more than 160 photographs, plus a 60-page appendix with another 160 images highlighting the places connected to Boone’s remarkable life.

And for those of us here in the mountains, Boone’s story has a special connection. Cumberland Gap and the Boone Trace are part of the story of the great westward movement and the landscapes that helped shape early American history.

Randell Jones is a two-time recipient of Kentucky History Awards and the recipient of the Daughters of the American Revolution National History Award Medal. He is also the author of "Before They Were Heroes at King’s Mountain" and other books on the pioneer and Revolutionary War eras.

📚 Come hear the stories behind the history and discover how close some of Daniel Boone’s story is to home. Bring your curiosity and your love of history! 🌄🇺🇸

08/27/2026

Bitten by a tick? Quickly find out if it can give you Lyme disease or other illnesses from the trusted laboratories at the University of New Hampshire.

08/26/2026

Today we celebrate the women who fought for our rights, lifted barriers, and opened doors.

08/23/2026

Before pulling every “weed” from your garden, take a moment to notice where it is growing.

Certain plants tend to thrive under particular conditions, so they may offer helpful clues about moisture, drainage, compaction, disturbance, or fertility. For example, broadleaf plantain commonly tolerates compacted ground, horsetail favors persistently wet areas, and white clover can flourish where nitrogen is limited.

However, weeds are clues, not a diagnosis. Plants can grow under many different conditions, so always confirm suspected nutrient deficiencies or pH issues with a proper soil test before adding amendments!

Your garden is always communicating, you just have to learn how to read it. 💙

08/22/2026

Dover Police and Dover Fire and Rescue will team up with the American Red Cross for a community blood drive on Monday, Aug. 31. The blood drive will be held from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Dover Police Department, 46 Chestnut St. Donors will receive a $20 Amazon gift card. Sign up at: https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=doverbattleofbadges