Mercy Warren Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution

06/10/2026

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Al Varelas, a combat wounded Vietnam Veteran, USMC and has been working on a "Veterans Memorial Garden" in Forest Park for the past 16 months. It is finally ready for dedication.
The Mayor and other dignitaries will be on hand for the dedication:
Place: Forest Park (by the Parks Office and Monkey House)
Date: Wednesday June 17th
Time: 11 am

06/07/2026

The Mercy Warren Chapter, DAR had their June Meeting yesterday. Regent Margaret Superneau presided.

The DAR Community Service Award was bestowed upon Mary Ann Dietschler, with Wreaths With a Reason for her work combating human trafficking one wreath at a time.

Mary Ann shared her story of how this non-profit came to be. Maxine Lessard accompanied Mary Ann while attendees gladly supported their efforts by purchasing beautiful wreaths.

Also on the agenda was DAR member Donna Shibley who shared her chaperone experience on a GFWC Florida historic all women Veteran flight in March. Members also wrote out messages of support for Veterans on future Honor Flights.

Culminating the afternoon, two new members were installed: Allison Loudan and Anne Smidt ~ welcome!

05/28/2026

05/28/2026

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The DAR is especially excited to spotlight a preservation project featured in the DAR Museum's latest exhibition, Revolution in Their Words — an America 250! exhibition that brings the founding era to life through the firsthand accounts. Drawing on letters, diaries, pamphlets, and broadsides, the exhibition captures a wide range of voices, from prominent figures like John Hancock to soldiers, women, farmers, and enslaved individuals. As the country reflects on 250 years of independence, Revolution in Their Words is a chance to experience the Revolution not through the lens of history books, but through the words of the people who lived it.

On the national level and in local communities, DAR collaborates with a variety of others to spread awareness of common objectives.

05/25/2026

Memorial Day
This Federal holiday observed on the last Monday in May commemorates the men and women who died while in military service. All Americans are encouraged to pause, wherever they are, at 3:00 pm local time for a minute of silence.
NOT happy Memorial Day! This holiday that marks a solemn remembrance of everyone who died serving their country. It is supposed to be a day of mourning the lost and appreciating their sacrifice.

05/10/2026

Hillside School ~ DAR Day
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05/08/2026

Today marks the 81st anniversary of Allied victory in Europe, bringing an end to World War II on the continent.

At the World War II Memorial, stone and bronze honor the millions who served, remember those who never came home, and mark a turning point in the fight to restore freedom.

As the generation who lived this history grows smaller, places like this ensure their stories endure. We honor their courage, their service, and the sacrifice that made victory possible.

Photo by Carol M. Highsmith

05/08/2026

At our June 6th meeting we will be honoring Mary Ann Dietschler, the founder of Wreaths with a Reason with the DAR Community Service Award. Mary Ann will share how they help victims of human trafficking by raising funds through wreath sales. She will bring some wreaths with her that will be available for sale. (cash, check or card) Or you can order online here or visit their sale on May 9.

Beautiful wreaths to support rescue efforts of Operation Underground Railroad.

05/06/2026

Mercy Warren gals enjoying DAR Day at Hillside School. Always a wonderful time spent with these young men and their mentors.

05/04/2026