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  The Fox Valley Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution provides services in the Illinois counties of DeKalb, DuPage, Kane, Kendall and Will. It was organized November 11, 1981. Men who are lineal descendants of a patriot who fought in the American Revolution are eligible to join the SAR.   Map
 

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Fox Valley Chapter 2009 Events

We welcome feedback and suggestions from our members on these events and solicit ideas for future events. Clicking on the location, gets the MapQuest web site for directions. We produce two formal meetings each year, and we take advantage of the efforts of other organizations for two informal meetings.

As additional information becomes available on our events, it will be posted here on our home page.

Photos and details on our events from 2003 to 2008 are available in the Photos & Events section.

  • May 3rd - "Spring Dinner Meeting" - Ashbury's at Boughton Ridge in Bolingbrook

    Use the above link for driving directions or this link to learn more about Ashbury's. It is a new facility with a great view of the golf course. We will have a private dinning room. It is easy to find on 335 E. Boughton Road in Bolingbrook (630-739-2377).

    Lt Col and Mrs Ryan YantisOur distinguished speaker is Lt. Col (retired) Ryan Yantis, Executive Director of the Pritzker Military Library in Chicago. He was decorated for his actions in the Pentagon during the attack on September 11, 2001. The theme of his talk is the Citizen Soldier.

    We will also be honoring the outstanding Eagle Scout selected by our chapter.

    All SAR, DAR and CAR members and their guests are welcome to attend!!

    5:00 - 6:00pm -- Cocktails and Social Hour
    6:00 - 7:00pm -- Dinner
    7:00 - 7:25pm -- Announcements and Introductions
    7:25 - 7:35pm -- Eagle Scout Award Presentation and Stark Award Explanation
    7:40 - 8:40pm -- Presentation by Lt. Col (retired) Ryan Yantis
    8:50 - 9:00pm -- Social time

    The cost for the banquet is $35.00 for adults and $20.00 for children under 12:
    Make checks payable to: Fox Valley Chapter, SAR and mail to:
                     David Bailey
                     1569 Marquette Ave.
                     Naperville, IL 60565

  • October 25th - "Fall Dinner Meeting" - Ashbury's at Boughton Ridge in Bolingbrook

    Use the above link for driving directions or this link to learn more about Ashbury's. It is a new facility with a great view of the golf course. We will have a private dinning room. It is easy to find on 335 E. Boughton Road in Bolingbrook (630-739-2377).

    Our Speaker is to be determined. In addition to the speaker's presentation, we will honor this year's Law Enforcement and Fire Fighter award winners. This will be our first Fire Fighter award. Please reserve October 25th on your calendar.

    All SAR, DAR and CAR members and their guests are welcome to attend!!

    5:00 - 6:00pm -- Cocktails and Social Hour
    6:00 - 7:00pm -- Dinner
    7:00 - 7:30pm -- Welcome and Overview of Chapter Activities
    7:30 - 8:30pm -- Presentation by our Speaker
    8:30 - 9:00pm -- Social time

    The cost for the banquet is $35.00 for adults and $20.00 for children under 12:
    Make checks payable to: Fox Valley Chapter, SAR and mail to:
                     David Bailey
                     1569 Marquette Ave.
                     Naperville, IL 60565