Patriots Grave Marking – Venice Cemetery – May 9th 1:00PM

Posted on April 20, 2026 by Tim Madden

Cincinnati SAR & DAR Announce the Revolutionary War Patriots Grave Marking at Venice Cemetery, 4213 Layhigh Road, Ross Twp., Butler County, OH at 1:00 PM May 9, 2026.

This joint event of SAR and DAR will recognize and honor four Revolutionary War Patriots Graves.

Come join us in Color Guard uniform or civilian clothes to honor these patriots.

Event is sponsored by the Ross Township Historical Society.

For more information see the attached flyer:

Honoring America’s Original Patriots copy

Story Highlights:

The graves of many Revolutionary War soldiers who fought to win the country’s independence have gone unmarked or been lost.

History has not been kind to the graves of the soldiers of the American Revolution. Untold veterans who fought for this country’s independence lie in unmarked graves. Some have been lost entirely. But not in Ross Township where a few of these veterans secured land in the early 1800’s and raised their children in land where they crossed with their Captors after the Massacre on the Ohio River near the mouth of the Great Miami River in 1782.

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Repeat Performance! Coffee and Donuts – Thank a Veteran!! Thursday June 25th, 7:30 am

Posted on April 20, 2026 by Tim Madden

On Thursday June 25th, the Cincinnati SAR will again provide donuts and serve Coffee and Donuts at the Cincinnati VA Medical Center, 3200 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH 45220.

Please place this on your calendar.  We arrive at 7:30 am and stay until the provisions run out, which was about 3 hours the first time.  Uniform not required.

To see what the last event was like, click on the link below:

https://cincinnatisar.org/donuts-coffee-treating-our-veterans-monday-march-16th/

Come on down to the VA Medical Center and give something back to our Veterans and those who support Veterans.

Very special event, you will not regret participating.

 

 

 

 

 

 

In patriotism,

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Music Event – Saturday April 25th 7:30PM – College-Conservatory of Music

Posted on April 20, 2026 by Tim Madden

Cincinnati SAR members, we received a phone call yesterday from a representative of the College-Conservatory of Music.

They have an upcoming music event on Saturday April 25th at 7:30pm.

They are offering SAR members “FREE TICKETS” by using the link below and the promo code “America250” at check out.

The message of the performance is:

Who are we as a country?

How best to celebrate our journey together as Americans?

Join us for our season finale as we explore these questions in a musical tribute to what and who we are as a nation.

Please this offer is for Cincinnati SAR members only.

This message was sent to all CCSAR members via email previously.  This is the same message.

For more information see the email below:

From: Walker, Lucia (walke3lc) <walke3lc@foundation.uc.edu>
Sent: Tuesday, April 14, 2026 1:40 PM
To: tim@maddenfinancialgroup.com
Subject: Promo Code for “The Idea of America” at CCM

Hello Tim,

I hope this email finds you well! I’m following up on our phone call to share information about the upcoming “The Idea of America” concert taking place at the College-Conservatory of Music on Saturday, April 25th at 7:30pm.

The performance will feature CCM Philharmonia and Wind Symphony in a celebration of American history and identity for our country’s 250th.

We are excited to share a promo code that Cincinnati Sons of the American Revolution affiliates can use to purchase FREE tickets for the concert. To use the code, individuals can visit the CCM Box Office website, select the tickets they would like to purchase, and use the promo code America250 at checkout.

Here’s more information about the performance that you can share with your members:

The Idea of America

CCM Philharmonia
Mark Gibson, music director and conductor
CCM Wind Symphony
Kevin Michael Holzman, music director and conductor
Featuring guest artist Col. Phil Tilly, narrator
Featuring faculty artist Quinn Patrick Ankrum, mezzo soprano
Featuring TBA student soloist/competition winner
Hagan Zoellers, graduate conducting associate

Who are we as a country? How best to celebrate our journey together as Americans? Join us for our season finale as we explore these questions in a musical tribute to what and who we are as a nation.

CCM Wind Symphony:
HORNE: Spiritual Symphony
GOULD: American Salute
SHAW: Is a Rose
BERNSTEIN/LAVENDER: Symphonic Dances from West Side Story
CCM Philharmonia:
PRICE: Violin Concerto No. 1 in D Major (1939) or Violin Concerto No. 2 in D Minor (1952)
COPLAND: A Lincoln Portrait

7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 25
Corbett Auditorium, CCM Village
University of Cincinnati 

Please feel free to reach out with any questions! You can also contact the Box Office at 513-556-4183 for ticketing inquiries. I appreciate you sharing this opportunity with your network — we hope to see you at the concert in a few weeks!

Best,

Lucia

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Youth Awards – Video Contest – Winner is Elizabeth Stewart

Posted on April 20, 2026 by Tim Madden

New this year in the SAR Youth Awards contest is the Video event.

This year, Elizabeth Stewart of Little Miami High School was the Cincinnati Chapter 1st place winner.

There was a cash award for taking 1st place.  Elizabeth was gracious enough to share her winnings with her brother Evan who appeared in her video.

In addition, Elizabeth’s video took 2nd place in the State of Ohio SAR contest.

Congratulations to Elizabeth with her remarkable performance.

To see the video, click on the link below:

CCSAR video contest winner– Movie with credits.MP4

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Miami University – Navy and Air Force – ROTC Awards Event

Posted on April 20, 2026 by Tim Madden

Recently, the Cincinnati Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution participated in the Miami University Navy and Airforce ROTC Awards event.

Cincinnati Chapter member Zac Haines was there to present awards to two very deserving ROTC Cadets.

“One of my favorite mornings each year is recognizing the Navy Midshipmen and Air Force Cadets in the ROTC program at Miami University. These outstanding young men and women have chosen a path of service, leadership, and sacrifice, answering the call to defend our nation. I am grateful for their commitment and proud to honor the next generation of those who will wear the uniform”

Airforce ROTC Cadet William G. Huxell received the Silver ROTC Certificate and Medal.

Navy ROTC Midshipman C Matthew Cole received the Silver ROTC Certificate and Medal.

These certificates acknowledge the fine work of these two ROTC members.

We are blessed to have such impressive young adults to participate in ROTC programs.

Our thanks to the ROTC leaders and the school for supporting these programs.

Congratulations to these fine examples of Americas future!

 

 

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Donuts & Coffee – Treating our Veterans – Monday March 16th

Posted on March 23, 2026 by Tim Madden

One of the many ways the Sons of the American Revolution support patriotism is by being in active support of Veterans Events.

 

Early morning on Monday March 16th, the Cincinnati Chapter provided eleven dozen donuts and served complementary coffee and donuts at the Cincinnati Medical Center.

Cincinnati SAR members passing out coffee and donuts

SAR Volunteers stayed for about three hours until the coffee and donuts ran out.

Mike Gunn and Kenny Burk on the front lines

A SAR/America 250 display was set up in one of the main hallways where several members in uniform or colonial attire directed people down the side hall to the service window where the free refreshments were served.

SAR displays sharing American Revolutionary War history. Our nations first official warriors!

It was a very enjoyable morning, and we met and conversed with many interested people including patients, staff, and volunteers.

Welcome to free coffee and donuts!

Our presence and colonial attire (a little unusual for those providing the refreshments) were greatly appreciated.

SAR Color Guard members – Scott Freeman, Mike Gunn, Stephen McClanahan and Douglas Carver

The following chapter members participated in uniform or colonial attire.

  • Doug Carver
  • Scott Freeman
  • Mike Gunn
  • Stephen McClanahan

In addition, members Paul Taylor and Kenny Burk assisted in civilian attire including bringing the donuts.

Various veterans service and community service organizations do this many days throughout the year.  This was the Cincinnati SAR’s first time, but we will definitely do it again.

Thanks to Paul Taylor, a SAR member and regular volunteer at the VA Medical Center, who helped schedule our involvement, and had the Cincinnati SAR “Donuts & Coffee” sign made.  In addition, Paul helped to coordinate our activities making sure everything went smoothly on the day of the event.

Posters describing the Battle of Bunker Hill and America’s 250th anniversary

Hoping to do this again in the future!

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Naturalization Ceremony – Tuesday March 17th – Lakota East High School

Posted on March 21, 2026 by Tim Madden

Compatriot Stephen McClanahan of the Cincinnati Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution welcomed 44 new citizens from 15 countries at a naturalization ceremony held on Tuesday, March 17th, at Lakota East High School.

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Youth Education Event – Thur. 03/19 – St. Mark’s Lutheran School – Milford OH

Posted on March 21, 2026 by Tim Madden

On Thursday March 19th, members of the Sons of the American Revolution made living history presentations at St. Mark’s Lutheran School in Milford, Ohio.

Bob Hill present Rev War artifacts to students

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Youth Education Event – Union Elementary School – Feb 27th

Posted on March 12, 2026 by Tim Madden

On February 27th, three members of the Cincinnati Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution visited Union Elementary School in West Chester Township.

The school was located at 7672 Lesourdsville-West Chester Road West Chester Township, OH.

 

The CCSAR members presenting information to the students were Michael Gunn, Gregg Ballman, & Ed Bonniwell.  They all were dressed in uniforms of the 1770’s military.

Each of the members presented information about the Revolutionary War to three groups of 50, 4th Grade students.  These students have been learning about the founding of our country.

Questions from the children revealed they knew of our topic and appreciated the insight from our Youth Presentations.

Our speakers appreciate questions and were grateful for the attention and politeness of the students.  We are very thankful for the support of the teachers, administrators and the students.

Thanks for having us and thank you for caring about the founding of our great country.

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Our Chapter Cannon is a TV Star!

Posted on March 12, 2026 by Tim Madden

As you may be aware, our Cincinnati Chapter of SAR acquired a small replica cannon from one of our members.

We can thank many however Brad Jarard and his wife were principally responsible for rehabilitating the cannon and making it operational.

We plan to put the cannon on display at local exhibits, our living history events and outdoor events.

Recently the cannon was on display at the Anderson Township history room, temporarily included in a permanent exhibit about the history of Anderson Township and the surrounding area.

Brad Jarard reached out to Fox 19 news and participated in a TV news story that aired recently.

A link to the news story is below:

https://www.fox19.com/2026/02/03/anderson-township-history-room/

The story is mostly about the history room but does give decent coverage to our cannon currently on display there.  Brad Jarard provides comments in the story.

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