NSDAR honors Constitution Week with city of Surprise proclamation
White Tank Mountains chapter announces 2026–27 programs
The White Tank Mountains Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution marked Constitution Week at the Sept. 15 Surprise City Council meeting, where regent Lenna DeMarco, DAR board member Aly Cline and member Jeanine Jerkovic accepted a Constitution Week proclamation from Mayor Kevin Sartor.
Submitted photo/Jeanine Jerkovic
The White Tank Mountains Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution received a city of Surprise proclation in recognition of Constitution Week Sept. 17–23.
Following a proclamation presented by Surprise Mayor Kevin Sartor, at the Sept. 15 city council meeting, the chapter launched its 2026–27 program year.
Featuring speakers, presentations and programs designed to inspire members and the community through America’s history, patriotism, civic education and the individuals who helped shape the nation, the chapter’s 2026-27 monthly meetings will explore topics spanning the founding of the United States, military service, diplomacy, women’s contributions to history, Arizona heritage and civic education.
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NSDAR honors Constitution Week with city of Surprise proclamation
White Tank Mountains chapter announces 2026–27 programs
Submitted photo/Jeanine Jerkovic
The White Tank Mountains Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution marked Constitution Week at the Sept. 15 Surprise City Council meeting, where regent Lenna DeMarco, DAR board member Aly Cline and member Jeanine Jerkovic accepted a Constitution Week proclamation from Mayor Kevin Sartor.
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The chapter’s 2026–2027 program year:
Oct. 3: “Wild Women of the West” – A program about historical women that impacted Arizona.
Nov. 7: “Celebrating Veterans Day featuring,” George Cross, a U.S. World War II veteran.
Dec. 12: “The Boston Tea Party and Christmas” - A festive look at Revolutionary history during the holiday season.
Jan. 9 2027: “Arlington National Cemetery” – Honoring the nation’s military heroes and their lasting legacy.
Feb. 13, 2027: “Sergeant Reckless” The remarkable true story of one of America’s most celebrated military heroes.
March 6, 2027: “Arizona Civil War Council” – Exploring Arizona’s Civil War history through living history and education.
April 3, 2027: “Founding Mothers” by Cokie Roberts – A video viewing and roundtable discussion highlighting the influential women who helped shape the early United States.
May 5, 2027: “Wickenburg Museum and Art Gallery & Cowgirl Up!” – Celebrating Arizona’s Western heritage, art and culture. This meeting will take place in Wickenburg to close the chapter year with an adventure.
The White Tank Mountains Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution received a city of Surprise proclation in recognition of Constitution Week Sept. 17–23.
Following a proclamation presented by Surprise Mayor Kevin Sartor, at the Sept. 15 city council meeting, the chapter launched its 2026–27 program year.
Featuring speakers, presentations and programs designed to inspire members and the community through America’s history, patriotism, civic education and the individuals who helped shape the nation, the chapter’s 2026-27 monthly meetings will explore topics spanning the founding of the United States, military service, diplomacy, women’s contributions to history, Arizona heritage and civic education.
“Our chapter is committed to bringing history to life in meaningful and engaging ways,” stated incoming regent Lenna DeMarco. "This year’s programs celebrate the people, places and principles that have shaped our nation while reminding us that patriotism, education and historic preservation remain as relevant today as they were at our country’s founding. We look forward to welcoming outstanding speakers who will educate, inspire and connect our members to the enduring legacy of the American spirit.”
White Tanks Mountain Chapter NSDAR meetings take place 10 a.m. the first or second Saturday of each month at Happy Trails Resort, 17200 W. Bell Road, room NC2.
Meetings include patriotic presentations, a historically inspired U.S. cake that complements the month’s topic, for “a unique culinary connection to the program."
The White Tank Mountains NSDAR chapter welcomes women interested in honoring their Revolutionary War ancestors and serving their community through projects that promote patriotism, education and historic preservation.
The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution is a nonprofit, nonpolitical volunteer women’s service organization dedicated to historic preservation, education, and patriotism, with more than 190,000 members in about 3,000 chapters worldwide.
Learn more about the White Tanks Mountain Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution at whitetankmountains.arizonadar.org.
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