May 19th, 2011 Amanda hosted our May meeting. After the business part of the meeting Amanda told us about another UDC chapter that raised several thousands of dollars for a monument back in the start of the 20th century.
She also read a speech from the dedication of the monument that focused on being proud of one's ancestory but also being proud of the country we live in and the great nation that we belong.
It was decided at our last meeting that our last meeting for the year will be at Meadow Village Restaurant on June 9th, 2011. The phone tree will be activated to make sure everyone is aware.
Confederate Memorial Day was held on Saturday, May 21st. We met at the "ball" monument and a short program was held. I hope to post pictures soon.
Most importanly, June 11th will be the dedication of the unknown confederate markers. Please make plans to come. The ceremony will start at 2:00pm. However, June 11th is the start of the summer programs for the site, so there will be activities going on all day. Come out and bring your family!
If you have any questions about the 11th program, please let me know. I check my email regularly...
I plan to post pictures soon!
Tuesday, May 24, 2011
Sunday, May 1, 2011
April Meeting...
I'm falling behind on my blogging and giving everyone updates and reminders. Shame on me. But I've been seriously busy with many other things. I'll try to be better.
This past Thursday was our April meeting. Jenny played host at Mill Creek Church. We had two new prospective members join us as we learned about one of our founding UDC foremothers from North Carolina.
The majority of the meeting however was spent up to our eyeballs in business matters. The payment for the cementary project is due once the stones are in the ground. The dedication of the stones is June 11th, 2011. Mark your Calendars. Also, Debra will be sending out an email or hard copy letter encouraging members to get as many donations as we can between now and our Confederate Memorial Day program.
The cost of one stone is $300. If you know of a business or a family (maybe your own) that would like to buy one of these stones, we would be more than happy to take the donation. We would like to keep our funds from falling too low, so don't be afraid to ask!
Also, our Confederate Memorial Day Service is at 10am on May 21st. The program will be small, but we look forward to seeing you all very soon.
Our next meeting should be the last Thursday in May and I believe Amanda is to be the host. More details to follow!
This past Thursday was our April meeting. Jenny played host at Mill Creek Church. We had two new prospective members join us as we learned about one of our founding UDC foremothers from North Carolina.
The majority of the meeting however was spent up to our eyeballs in business matters. The payment for the cementary project is due once the stones are in the ground. The dedication of the stones is June 11th, 2011. Mark your Calendars. Also, Debra will be sending out an email or hard copy letter encouraging members to get as many donations as we can between now and our Confederate Memorial Day program.
The cost of one stone is $300. If you know of a business or a family (maybe your own) that would like to buy one of these stones, we would be more than happy to take the donation. We would like to keep our funds from falling too low, so don't be afraid to ask!
Also, our Confederate Memorial Day Service is at 10am on May 21st. The program will be small, but we look forward to seeing you all very soon.
Our next meeting should be the last Thursday in May and I believe Amanda is to be the host. More details to follow!
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