C.A.R. Captain Austin Roe Society families go to State Conference

Families of the Captain Austin Roe Society NYSCAR attended the annual state conference in Albany, New York. This past year their theme has been Connecting with our Veterans. The state project was to raise funds to support the Honor Flight Network, which is a non-profit organization created solely to honor American Veterans for all their sacrifices. They raised funds to send veterans to Washington D.C. so they could visit the memorials dedicated to honor their service and sacrifices. The local Honor Flight is out of Mac Arthur Airport. Supporters gather to send them off in the morning and then give them a heroes welcome at night when they return home.

The children learn to be patriots and respect the American Flag with the help of adult leadership. The New York State Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Regent Nancy Zwetsch attended and offered support to the children. Sgt. Brian Barry represented local military persons and veterans.

Graham Nathan, the Chaplain of this local Patchogue society, was elected as Vice President of the Long Island District. He will plan the annual meeting of this district to be held July 28th. In addition to Graham, children attending the conference were Naomi Kirkup, Secretary; Eliana Kirkup, Nathanael Kirkup who served as pages and aides. Jeremiah Kirkup, Cordelia Nathan-Barry, and Sebastian Nathan-Barry also attended. The children run their own meeting according to Robert's Rules. The meeting begins with a procession of flags and officers. Graham led this procession carrying the American Flag. Naomi , Eliana, and Nathanael carried chapter flags. Naomi gave the society report to the state President Shayla Cole. Other activities included socializing at a pool and pizza party. They entertained the attendants by telling jokes too! These youth are the future leaders of our country.

The new State President Bridget Lasky was elected. The new State Project is Helping Our Heroes. Funds will be raised to purchase supplies for the Albany Stratton VA Medical Center for homeless vets, re-education programs, and job placement programs. Locally funds are raised for Beacon House outreach for homeless vets as well as The Veteran's Place and Northport VA.

The 100th Annual Conference will be March 14,15 in 2019 at the Century House in Latham.

Are you a descendant of a Revolutionary War Patriot? Contact Senior President Dr. Joan Graham Nathan about visiting the next activity on April 7 at the Children's Festival at Medford Memorial Park! Send an email to [email protected] for more information.