October 2026

Compatriots and Friends of the SAR

It was hard to say good-bye to our President and friend, Craig Anderson. It was a beautiful and touching ceremony. Several family members, former co-workers, and members of the Sons and Daughters of the American Revolution were present at the memorial service. I personally want to thank each compatriot from our chapter and other chapters who were able to be there. Our color guard represented the SAR well in its posting of the colors, the three-volley musket salute, and the striking of eight bells (signifying the end of a watch and the beginning of the next watch). Craig, you will always be remembered for what you have done for this country and chapter. Rest now, Brother. We have the watch.

I am honored to be serving as Chapter President. I know that I am stepping into the legacy of a large, successful chapter. With your help, we will continue this legacy. I welcome any feedback, recommendations, or insights you may have. I am here to serve.

We are excited for the upcoming events. We will discuss them more at our next breakfast meeting at Cattlemen’s in Rancho Cordova on September 19th 9AM-12PM.  Please plan on joining us. We look forward to seeing everyone there.

Libertas et Patria,

Ronnie Oates

Greetings Compatriots! I am honored to be your newly appointed Courier Editor and to continue the great work done by Craig Anderson. I hope to deliver a newsletter that is informative but also fun to read. I also want to recognize font size can be an issue for some, and that I will be mindful of the moving forward. I welcome any suggestions you may have to offer to make the newsletter the best it can be. I look forward to serving the SAR.

I do ask that you provide me with images and content on a timely basis so that I can put together a newsletter that reflects that great work we do for our community. Please send me your pictures and stories to: Steve Belden

September Chapter Meeting Attendees

Ronnie Oates | Phil Noble | Don Littlefield | Jay Dickey — Western District / Nevada SAR | Ryan Baum | Mark Laramore | Carl Ahlberg | Thomas Puckett | Jeff Goodwin | Mary Ann Goodwin | Jeremiah Mergenthaler | Gary Morgan | David Dance | Bruce Hubbard — Prospective Member | Matthew Blanford — Prospective Member | Ryan Blanford — Prospective Member | Nolan Blanford — Prospective Member | Steve C. Belden | Karen Faulkenburg | Jim Faulkenburg | James Parsegian | Joan Flickinger — Bakersfield DAR | Ed Preble | E. Willis, DDS, MD — Bakersfield Chapter SAR |

Don Huffman

Upcoming Color Guard Events

Tuesday November 11, 2026. Muster at 8:30 a.m.

Event: Folsom Veterans Day Parade

Start Location: Target Shopping Center Folsom - East Bidwell & Blue Ravine

End Location: Folsom Community Center 52 Natoma St. Folsom

Contact: Russ Kaiser at boat361@aol.com if you can attend.

If you want to be part of the Sacramento Chapter Color Guard, Contact Color Guard Commander Russ Kaiser at (916) 801-2818 or boat361@aol.com.

Our October 17th breakfast meeting will be held at Cattlemen's Restaurant in Rancho Cordova. Breakfast is served at 9am, and the meeting begins at 10am.



October 17, 2026

Cattlemen's Restaurant

12409 Folsom Blvd

Rancho Cordova, CA

Country Breakfast Buffet:

Scrambled Eggs, Bacon, Sausage, Country Potatoes

Biscuits, Juice, Coffee, Tea.

Price: $30 per person

WE ENCOURAGE ADVANCE RESERVATIONS

and PAYMENT by Credit Card.

Click on the link to make your reservation:

SAR Meeting - October 17, 2026

Or 

Contact Don Littlefield dblittlefield@comcast.net or (916) 985-6544 if you wish to pay cash or check at the door.

IMPORTANT

Please RSVP no later than 5PM Friday, October 10th; The restaurant needs a final meal count for planning purposes. Thanks!

Donation Request

As 2026 America 250 project, on May 20th, the members of the Sacramento SAR voted to install a SAR Bench on the Walk of Honor at the Sacramento Valley National Cemetery in Dixon, CA The price of this project is about $5,300. This bench will commemorate the 250^th Anniversary of our nation.

Contribute to this project, by sending your check payable to the SAR Sacramento Chapter, P.O. Box 6664, Folsom, CA 95763-6664 or if you wish to contribute by credit card, click the link:  https://payit2.com/f/america-250-memorial-bench

Contact Don Littlefield dblittlefield@comcast.net /(916) 878-8520 for more information.

THE NATIONAL SOCIETY SONS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION’S

YOUTH PROTECTION POLICY

“The SAR strives to create and maintain a safe environment for all youth who participate in SAR sponsored activities. To the best of their ability, Compatriots and staff, their spouses and partners, and other event volunteers must safeguard the children and young people with whom they come into contact and protect them from physical, sexual, and psychological abuse.”

Youth Protection Awareness and Youth Protection Training

All Compatriots should be aware of the need for Youth Protection Programs and the NSSAR’s YP Policies. Youth Protection Training (YPT) is a critical component of the best practices for organizations who work with young people and for the SAR it is mandatory for all Compatriots in Leadership Positions, Color Guard Members, School Guard Members, and Professional Staff and any Compatriots who work with young people through our Education Outreach Programs, Youth Contests, or with the Children of the American Revolution. This would include but is not limited to Compatriots on the following committees: Americanism, American History Teacher Award, Eagle Scout, Knight Essay, ROTC/JROTC, Rumbaugh and Engagements, Education, CAR Liaison and the Council of State Presidents.

On successful completion of the SAR YPT, you will receive an electronic diploma in PDF format. Forward a copy to: craigandersonsar@gmail.com

The Sacramento Courier is the official newsletter of the

Sacramento Chapter, Sons of the American Revolution.

Unless explicitly. stated, the opinions expressed herein are the opinion of the authors, and not necessarily those of the Sacramento Chapter SAR.

Steve Belden