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Fox Valley Chapter 2010 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.

This is the initial information for 2010. As additional information becomes available, it will be posted this page.

Photos and details on our events from 2003 to 2009 are available in the Photos & Events section.

• April 25th - "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).
  
  Our speaker is being determined and his name will be posted soon.
  
  We will have installation of our officers for the period of 2010 and 2011. J. Gordon Bidner, President of the Illinois Society of the Sons of the American Revolution, will swear in these new officers. 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 - 7:10pm -- Announcements and Introductions
  7:10 - 7:25pm -- Induction of New Officers
  7:25 - 7:35pm -- Eagle Scout Award Presentation
  7:40 - 8:40pm -- Presentation by our Speaker
  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


• June TBD - "Island Rendezvous - Reenactors of the 18th Century Illinois Frontier" -
  at Isle a la Cache in Romeoville
  
  "In June the scene is dramatically transformed: feasting, playing, drinking, and dancing the Island Rendezvous! A spirited celebration, a rendezvous was a gathering of trappers, traders, and travelers at the end of the trading season. As an annual event that has attracted thousands of people for the past 15 years, the Island Rendezvous includes musket shoots, canoe races, tomahawk throwing contests, and more! Visit with re-enactors, individuals who dress as the French voyageur and Native American people of the 1700s. Wander through their camps, watch demonstrations of their fascinating crafts and skills."



• September 11th - "Revolutionary War Battle Recreation" - Cantigny Park in Winfield
  
  This is the classic opportunity to see how Revolutionary War soldiers lived in camp and see a re-creation of a battle with over 100 re-enactors. It is a perennial favorite of our members.
  
  We will have an informal picnic starting at noon and concluding by 1:00pm. This will give us time to explore the encampment and see the battle. You are welcome to bring friends and family. There is no cost for this event except for the parking fee at Cantigny Park.
  
  To find the Fox Valley SAR compatriots take the left (north) parking lot and drive to the end (east). We will have a picnic table with the SAR table flags. Click for a pdf map of Cantigny.
  
  This is a unique opportunity to experience a battle of the Revolutionary War. Don't miss it. You can either bring food and drink with you or you can purchase them at Cantigny.



• October 24th - "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 award winner and also this year's Firefighter award winner.

  All SAR, DAR and CAR members and their guests are welcome to attend!!
  
  5:00 - 6:00pm -- Cocktails and Social Hour (cash bar)
  6:00 - 7:00pm -- Dinner
  7:00 - 7:25pm -- Welcome and Overview of Chapter Activities
  7:25 - 7:40pm -- Recognition of new members and Presentation of Awards
  7:40 - 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