The April 2012 Newsletter has been posted. You can also find past newsletters in the archive section.

Auburn patriots give a wave to history
Auburn Journal, April 20, 2012

On April 19, 1775, gunfire erupted in Massachusetts, signaling the beginning of the American Revolution. On Thursday, the Sons of the American Revolution, Gold Country Chapter, celebrated the historic anniversary at Central Square in Auburn. From left are Ron Barker, Don Dancer and Dale Ross, attired like their revolutionary ancestors. Each member of the Sons of the American Revolution has traced his family tree back to a point of having an ancestor who supported the cause of American Independence during the years 1774-1783.

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The March 2012 Newsletter has been posted. You can also find past newsletters in the archive section.

The February 2012 Newsletter has been posted. You can also find past newsletters in the archive section.

The Chapter Officers information page has been updated to reflect the new 2012 positions.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, November 14, 2011

AUBURN, CA – - The Gold Country Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) will conduct their annual Community Service Awards Breakfast and medal presentation this Saturday, November 19, 2011 at 9:00 AM at Lou La Bonte’s restaurant in Auburn.

The Law Enforcement Commendation Medal will be presented to retired Auburn Police Chief Valerie Harris.  The Fire Safety Commendation medal will go to Captain James Turner of Nevada County Fire. The Emergency Medical Services Commendation Medal will go to Captain Mike Deme’ of CAL FIRE/Placer County Fire Sunset Station 77. The Medal for Heroism will be presented to 11 year old Boy Scout James Fackrell.

SAR members are decedents of a patriot who fought or assisted the cause of American Independence between 1774 and 1783.  The group sponsors many youth and educational programs and is actively involved in the community. The Gold Country Chapter was founded in 1924 and is based in Placer and Nevada County. Membership comes from throughout the foothills region.

The SAR Breakfast starts at 9:00 AM on Saturday in Lou La Bonte’s banquet room, 13460 Lincoln Way Auburn, CA 95603.  For more information, contact Dave Gilliard at 916-626-6804 or dgilliard@ncbb.net.

November and December events have been added to the Coming Events page. Including: Veterans Day Parade, Community Awards Breakfast Meeting and the Annual Gold Country Christmas Party. Don’t miss out!

The October 2011 Newsletter has been posted. Thank you to Compatriot Ron Barker, Secretary and Newsletter editor. You can also find past newsletters in the archive section.

The September 2011 Newsletter has been posted. Thank you to Compatriot Ron Barker, Secretary and Newsletter editor. You can also find past newsletters in the archive section.