December 2023

November makes me think of Thanksgiving. At our November Chapter dinner, we experienced this Spirit of Thankfulness recognizing and thanking our veterans, a hero, and sharing in fellowship with one another.

Veterans’ recognition began with a video and music compilation of all the military service hymns. As each service branch hymn played, several attendees stood to be recognized for their service in that specific military branch.

Compatriot Larry Niekamp, Veteran’s Recognition Chair introduced and presented a Veterans Bronze medal to Colonel Gene Gabbo. Then, two compatriots were awarded the SAR Military Service Veterans Corps certificates and medals to recognize their service, Ron Proffer in the Air Force and Jon Wroten in the Army.

California SAR Executive Vice President Don Littlefield presented Craig Anderson with a 250 Anniversary Gold Medal, and Carl Ahlberg with a 250 Anniversary Silver Medal. Followed by an update on the recent Board of Managers meeting held at the Queen Mary in Long Beach.

I had the honor to present Compatriot John Mohamed with a Heroism Medal for his actions at work as a park Ranger where he observed a fully engulfed building in flames on Madison Avenue and entered at the risk of his own life to rescue and save a transient inside the building. During the search and rescue, the roof caved in on Ranger Mohamed who sustaining injuries to his throat and lungs from the smoke. John is back at work making our community a safe place for us to enjoy.

In closing, I and the officers and your fellow compatriots of the SAR Sacramento Chapter wish everyone was wonderful and safe Thanksgiving and Holiday Season filled with warmth, family, and love.

I hope to see you at the next meeting.

In fellowship, Jon Wroten

CASSAR Executive VP Don Littlefield installs Jon Wroten as Chapter President

L-R Craig Anderson, Past President CASSAR; Susan Broaderick Past Regent CASDAR, Don Littlefield President elect CASSAR, and Jon Wroten, President Sacramento Chapter.

2024 SAR MEMBERSHIP DUES

We are rapidly approaching the end of our 2024 SAR dues collection period; we still have a few members who have not renewed their dues.

As a Sacramento Chapter member, your dues help fund great youth and community programs throughout the year. The Sacramento Chapter was one of a few chapters that won the CASSAR 2022 Outstanding Chapter Award for its outstanding activities; our chapter is noted for being one of the most active chapters in the state. If you have not yet paid your 2024 dues, I urge you to do so as soon as possible and continue supporting our efforts to educate our youth on the values of patriotism and their American Heritage as well as support our veterans and first responders. If you have not received a 2024 dues notice, please contact our Secretary, Jim Faulkinbury immediately at (jfaulkin@surewest.net).

California State Society Bylaws require us to suspend those members who have not paid their dues by December 15th and to drop them from the membership roles on December 31st. We hope to hear from you soon.



The SAR Mission 

“Patriotism - History – Education”

Sacramento Chapter's 1776 Book Challenge is Officially Underway.

The 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence is just around the corner - July 4th, 2026. Our goal is to provide at least 1776 books to classrooms written for 5th grade students that inspire patriotism and a love of our American Heritage. Each teacher will receive a classroom set of books that can be used for years to come.

Teachers participating in the program will make these books available to their students and encourage them to read and report out on what they have read. Where possible, teachers can select the books that they want for their classrooms.

Please Consider Donating

You Make a Difference in our Community

Join the 1776 Book Challenge by donating funds that will enable us to purchase books for this program. For each $10 donated, we will place a book plate with your name or your business name in each book.

Donors may elect to sponsor 1 or more 5th grade classrooms with a donation of $350 each by specifying the teacher's name and school.

If you would like to volunteer to help with this project, contact:

• Carl Ahlberg (916)624-3917 - icahlberg@sbcglobal.net
• Craig Anderson (916)257-7892 - craigandersonsar@gmail.com.

You may donate by sending your check to Sacramento SAR, P.O. Box 6664, Folsom, CA. 95763-6664. Open and print the donation form at the link below:

OR

You may donate by credit card at the following link.

(Transaction Fees Apply)

DONORS

On November 20th, Dollar General made a generous donation to the Sacramento Chapter's 1776 Book Challenge. Sr Director, Omar Elliott and his staff were gracious hosts, and they gave Sacramento Chapter members a VIP tour of their West Sacramento Distribution Center. We appreciate their support for our community programs.

L-R Wyatt Boyer, Inbound/ Outbound Mgr.; Larry Brasher; Don Littlefield; Wanda Annis, Admin Assistant; Omar Elliott, SR Director; Craig Anderson; Vincente Ortega, Maintenance Mgr.; Carl Alhberg; Jonathon Schaeuffer, HR Mgr; and Jason Braget, Inbound/ Outbound Mgr.

L-R Wyatt Boyer, Inbound/ Outbound Mgr.; Craig Anderson; Jason Braget, Inbound/ Outbound Mgr. Omar Elliott, SR Director; Carl Alhberg; Vincente Ortega, Maintenance Mgr.;Don Littlefield; and Larry Brasher.

The Sacramento Chapter presented SAR Certificates of Appreciation to Omar Elliott and Wanda Annis for their support of the SAR.

The Sacramento Chapter presented Dollar General with a SAR Flag Certificate

THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROUS DONATIONS

TO OUR 1776 BOOK CHALLENGE

Veterans Recognition Chairman Larry Niekamp presents a SAR Certificate of Patriotism to Jon Wroten for his military service.

Veterans Recognition Chairman Larry Niekamp presents a SAR Certificate of Patriotism to Ron Proffer for his military service.

 Veterans Recognition Chairman Larry Niekamp presents Col Gene Gabbo (USAF Ret)

the SAR Bronze Good Citizenship Award

CASSAR Executive VP Don Littlefield and Sacramento President Jon Wroten Present John Mohamed with the SAR Heroism Medal.

2024 Annual Meeting of the California Society

Sons of the American Revolution

On April 26 and 27, 2024, Northern California will host the California Society SAR Annual Meeting at the gorgeous Hyatt Regency SFO, in Burlingame. The Hyatt sits immediately adjacent to San Francisco Bay on Old Bayshore Highway.

During this meeting, Don Littlefield will be installed as President of the CA Society. This is a great opportunity for regular members who have never attended a California Society meeting to come and learn firsthand the great work the SAR is doing in our communities every day at both the national level and by our 24 chapters spread throughout  California. 

Hotel reservations are now open. Take advantage of the great room rates and heavily discounted parking and reserve your room as soon as possible. Just click the link below:

No new members this month

  VP Programs Craig Anderson Receives Gold America 250 Medal

 1776 Book Challenge Program Chairman Carl Ahlberg Receives Silver America 250 Medal

Sacramento Chapter America 250 Honor Roll lists SAR Members and our Partners in Patriotism who have participated in our chapter's America 250 program. Thanks to everyone for their hard work! If you have questions and would like to participate, please contact Craig Anderson craigandersonsar@gmail.com Click on the button below to view a video overview of the program.

Coming Color Guard Events

December 16th, 2023: Wreaths Across America with The Charlotte Parkhurst Chapter DAR at the veteran's hall, 1300 Forest Ave. Folsom Ca.

January 13th, 2024: United States Coast Guard AUX change of watch ceremony

11:30AM Vinces Restaurant West Sacramento Ca.

March 2nd, 2024: Freedoms Foundation Youth Awards Banquet, Timber Creek Ballroom, 7050 Del Webb Blvd, Roseville, CA



Charlotte Parkhurst Chapter DAR

2023 - 2024 Calendar