On Saturday February 15th, on a drizzly day the Cincinnati Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution (CCSAR) participated in a special President’s Day luncheon hosted by the Cincinnati Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR). Members of the Children of the American Revolution (CAR) also participated.
Members of the SAR and DAR in period attire
This has been a very successful event for the DAR and was held at the beautiful Cincinnati Woman’s Club in west Cincinnati.
SAR DAR and CAR representatives at the Presidents Day Luncheon
The Cincinnati Women’s Club was a wonderful venue for this event
The Nolan Carson Memorial Color Guard led by Commander Jason Bourgeois started the event by posting colors. This was followed by the Pledge of Allegiance and the Invocation & Blessing.
Color Guard led by Jason Bourgeois start the festivities by posting colors
SAR Color Guard entering the event with the flags of our country proudly displayed
Cincinnati SAR Color Guard at attention
Cincinnati SAR Color Guard prepares to post flag “colors”
The Cincinnati DAR Regent – Monica Mohlenkamp opened the event with greetings.
Cincinnati DAR Regent Monica Mohlenkamp welcomes today’s attendees
Cincinnati SAR President D Scott Freeman spoke to the attendees and shared a story about his experiences in the DC area military bases and the ties to George Washington.
Cincinnati SAR President Scott Freeman addresses participants
Scott Freeman speaks to the audience with Monica Mohlenkamp looking on.
This was followed by Riley Wilkerson, President of the Ohio Society of the Children of the American Revolution.
CAR President Riley Wilkerson accepts an award of recognition from Scott Freeman
The food and dessert was excellent and there was much discussion and laughter from the tables present.
SAR DAR and CAR members and families during the event
SAR Color Guard members and families ready to dig into a great lunch
SAR members enjoying each others company during the main meal
The guest speaker for the event was Jinny Powers Berten, author of the historical fiction book “By His Side” which portrays the life and bond of William Lee “ who was a faithful and lifelong servant of General George Washington.
Jinny is also a member of the Cincinnati Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Jinny shared many insights into the life of William Lee and his special relationship with General Washington.
Author Jinny Powers Berten speaking to participants
Jinny’s book is available via Amazon – the link is: Amazon Link to Book “By His Side”
Riley Wilkerson presented the information on the Children of the American Revolutions project, spoke about the organization activities and thanked the DAR and SAR chapters for their support and guidance to their mission.
Cincinnati SAR President Scott Freeman with CAR President Riley Wilkerson
Monica Mohlenkamp and Scott Freeman took time for some special recognition’s.
SAR, Author Jinny Powers Berten, DAR and CAR representatives
There were historical boards on display celebrating America’s 250th birthday, history of the time period, as well as life size cutouts of America’s most famous founding fathers.
Information board about the upcoming 250th America’s birthday on display
Wall of American Revolution history facts and information was available for participants to learn more
The Cincinnati SAR Color Guard closed out the session by retiring the flags / colors. No chandeliers were damaged as a result.
Cincinnati SAR Chaplain Clay Crandall wished us all well via an inspiring prayer.
Cincinnati SAR Chaplain Clay Crandall
We are grateful for this event in such a wonderful venue. Looking forward to Presidents Day 2026.
Monica Mohlenkamp, Scott Freeman and Riley Wilkerson thank all who participated.
Scott Freeman and his wife Kathy welcome participants to event
Thanks to all who made the arrangements and the speakers who shared their experiences.
Huzzah!
