Happy New Year Dames!

Today we celebrate the 59^th birthday of Lord Craven Chapter.  On December 30, 1961, a group of ladies under the leadership of Jeannette Cox St Amand met in Wilmington and organized the new chapter of the Colonial Dames of the Seventeenth Century, selecting the name Lord Craven, one of the Lords Proprietors.  Our thanks go to Mrs. St Amand and all those early ladies of Lord Craven Chapter for their foresight.

Thanks.

Cindy Sellers, President

Wreaths Across America - Let's buy a Wreath before November 30, 2020

If you haven't purchased a wreath yet for Wreaths Across America your best and easiest way to do this is to call the main number:     877-385-9504.

You will need our group ID:  NC0008P and Location: NCWNCE. You will need a credit card. You will also need your e-mail address. If you call and you get a recorded message just leave your phone number and someone will get back to you.

Hope you can help and buy a wreath. 

Thanks.

Phyllis Wilson

blog manager

Veterans Day

 

What better way to honor a Veteran then to order a wreath to put on a grave at Wilmington National Cemetery. Go to the tab at the top of the page and click on the Wreaths Across America tab.

The National Society North Carolina Colonial Dames 17th Century Lord Craven Chapter Met for Their First Meeting on September 19, 2020

                                           

 On September 19, 2020, The National Society North Carolina Colonial Dames 17th Century Lord Craven Chapter met for the first meeting at 10:00am at Belville Riverwalk in Leeland, NC. The Riverwalk Park is located opposite the Western banks of Eagles Island on the Brunswick River off SR133 in Belville NC. There was quite a breeze today with temperatures about 70 degrees and the winds were incredible. Jim McKee, site supervisor of Brunswick Town / Fort Anderson State Historic was the guest speaker today. He spoke of the "Expansion of the Southern Colonies after Jamestown."

Jim McKee holds the flags while the Lord Craven members say the Pledge of Allegiance.

                              

                                       Vice-president Diane Price chats with Jim McKee.

                     President Cindy Sellers talks to Jim McKee after his program.

               These photos were taken of the group at the Lord Craven meeting during Jim McKee's presentation.

Brunswick Riverwalk Veterans Memorial

September 19, 2020, The National Society North Carolina Colonial Dames 17th Century Lord Craven Chapter group met for our first meeting of the year at Bellville Riverwalk Park in Leeland. It was incredibly windy and cool that day which was a big change from the hazy, hot, and humid weather we had experienced all summer and even into September. As we walked to our meeting place we passed this beautiful memorial. 

Go to the website below to view many more photos of the Brunswick Riverwalk Veterans Memorial dedication

November 11, 2019 at 1:37 pm

https://www.starnewsonline.com/photogallery/NC/20191111/PHOTOGALLERY/111109993/PH/1

 

Happy 4th of July from The DeGroote Family Dress in Colonial Attire

Susan DeGroote, is a member of the Stamp Defiance DAR Chapter in Wilmington, NC. Her husband Doug and her youngest grandson, Webb are in the photo with her in their Colonial attire. Doug got his outfit when Susan’s DAR Chapter sponsored the Stamp Defiance re-enactment in downtown Wilmington. Thanks, Susan, for permission to post Webb’s photo on our blog and on Facebook. Susan is also just finished her term of office at the librarian for the 1812 General Gause Chapter. Susan is also recording secretary for the Lord Craven Colonial Dames Chapter. Susan and her family would like to wish you a Happy 4^th of July.

On July 4, 1776, the 13 colonies claimed their independence from England, an event which eventually led to the formation of the United States. Each year on the fourth of July, also known as Independence Day, Americans celebrate this historic event.

June 14, 2020 is Flag Day

243rd BIRTHDAY FLY YOUR FLAG TO CELEBRATE Sunday, June 14, 2020

The American flag has been the symbol of our nation's strength and unity. It's been a source of pride and inspiration for millions of citizens. The Star-Spangled Banner, long may it wave, over the Land of the Free and the Home of the Brave.   On this same day the United States Army celebrates its birthday. Following Flag Day is Honor America Days, a 21-day period through to Independence Day (July 4) to honor America.

D-DAY June 6, 1944

Go to the website below for additional information about D-Day!

https://militarybenefits.info/d-day/

Memorial Day is May 25, 2020

Registrar Carol Jutte Goes Beyond the Call of Duty for Colonial Dames

L to R: Kathy Miller wearing white mask and Carol Jutte wearing a striped mask, which she probably made.

"Registrar Carol Jutte, of  Lord Craven Chapter, NSCDXVIIC goes beyond the call of duty to get 5 supplements signed by member Kathy Miller, to be sent to National before the May 15 deadline for review."

We had a good laugh on this one.

Hi Ladies, I do hope you and your families are doing well!  As we all adjust to the stay at home order, the Friends of the Library Southport and; Oak Island (FOLSOI) has been working with community partners to live stream programs and provide resources for all.  The weekly programs for the month of April offered by the Southport Historical Society and FOLSOI might appeal to some of our DAR chapter members.  Please feel free to share this email with our chapter members if you think there would be any interest. Take good care and stay well!                                      Diana Fotinatos   Friends of the Library Southport & Oak Island

Southport Historical Society  and; Harper Library present Armchair History Classes Please join us for these April programs to be held live online via Zoom,* a free software tool that lets you join an online presentation from your computer or tablet. All classes will be held on Thursdays in April from 1 - 2:15 pm April 2   – Southport and the War to End all Wars Southport’s population doubled overnight in 1917 when more than 1000 troops-in-training were sent to Ft. Caswell. Learn how the town adapted, and even thrived, in their sudden new role as a military support town. April 9   -  Southport and the 1918 Flu Pandemic The “Spanish Flu” pandemic killed more than 13,000 people in North Carolina. Find out how the citizens of Southport and the troops at Ft. Caswell fared during the crisis. April 16 -  Southport and Women’s Right to Vote Southport women were committed to improving their city even before they had the right to vote. Learn about the women who sought political change and worked to help women get out the vote. April 23 -  Brunswick County Moonshining Moonshining was a way of life and a part of North Carolina’s culture for over 300 years. Come hear the history and folklore of distilling whiskey in Brunswick County. April 30 -  Prohibition and Smuggling in Southport Prohibition began earlier and lasted longer in North Carolina than in the rest of the United States. Find out how this great experiment began and what caused it to end.  And learn how it brought international smuggling to the shores of Southport. *NOTE: classes are free, but registration space is limited. Please email us to register your spot for any of these programs. Instructions for using Zoom will be emailed to you when you register.) Register today!

The National Society Colonial Dames XVII North Carolina Society Century Awards Luncheon was held on March 14, 2020.

The National Society Colonial Dames XVIIC. North Carolina held its State Conference on March 12-14 in Raleigh, NC. The North Carolina CDXVIIC was honored with the presence of the National President General, Nancy "Nan" Ackerman for the weekend. Representing the Lord Craven Chapter was State Treasurer, Pat Gooding; State Scholarship Chairman, Carol Jutte and State President's Project Chairman, Linda Rivenbark

         

CDXVIIC, NCS conference lunch program and cookie favor

NC State Chaplain, Martha Strange; NC State President, Brooke Jackson; CDXVIIC President General, Nancy "Nan" Ackerman; NC State 1st Vice President, Meg Cook

Brooke Jackson, President of NC State Colonial Dames XVIIC

Nancy Ackerman, President General of Colonial Dames XVIIC

Pat Gooding and Carol Jutte in front of the State Charter

Favor

February Lord Craven Meeting February 15, 2020

Dear Dames,

Your Lord Craven Courier for February in attached.  Enjoy!! 

Our next meeting will be on Saturday, February 15th at Carolina BBQ 11:30 am.  Doors open at 11.  The program will be a presentation by our own Ruth-Anne Bolz who will bring us “Eliza Lucas Pinckney of South Carolina, and Early Colonial Woman.”

And then Carol Jutte will be holding a workshop on Heraldry and Coats of Arms after the meeting.  We will have the room until three, so there will be an hour or so in which we can ask questions and learn how to research and recognize our ancestors’ Coats of Arms.  Please try to stay for this event! 

See you on the 15th!

Cindy

Ruth-Anne Bolz

Wreaths Across America - Offering a 2 for 1 Purchase - Buy 1 Wreath Get a Second One for Free - Offer Ends January 15th. Let's Put a Wreath on Every Veteran's Grave at Wilmington National Cemetery in 2020. Read the Note Under the Photo for Directions on How to Purchase a Wreath On-Line or by Phone.

Dear Dames,

I know you weren’t thinking about Wreaths Across America, but just for the next week, perhaps you should.  WAA has promised to match the number of wreaths we sponsor just through January 15th.  This will almost ensure all the graves at Wilmington National will be covered next Christmas.  This applies to all of the fundraising organizations, but as your President, I am most hopeful you will consider purchasing through Colonial Dames 17th Century Lord Craven Chapter.  You are in the blog,  click on the Wreaths Across America tab on the right-hand side.  When the next page comes up, click in the lower middle the website address in blue.  You will go directly to the WAA page for Colonial Dames 17C with our code number NC0008p.  I just did this and we have sold 0 wreaths so far.  Not unexpected of course.  But now that we know about the matching wreaths from WAA, we might just want to buy a couple.  January 15 is the last day of the matching deal. Each wreath costs. $15.00.

Thanks, ladies, and an early Merry Christmas to you!

Cindy Sellers