Chapter Meetings and Programs
2025-2026
Chapter meetings are usually held at 10:00 a.m. on the last Tuesday of the month at the Bon Air Christian Church (2071 Buford Road, Bon Air, VA 23235) unless otherwise noted.
The meetings include a devotional, patriotic exercises, a National Defense report, and a short program.
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Luncheons designated with an asterisk (*) require a reservation. Cost and payment deadlines will be announced at a later date.
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If you have any questions about the programs or luncheons*, please contact Wendy Briskman at 804-314-2257 or wendybriskmandar@gmail.com
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CONTINUING PROGRAM: Drop-in Genealogy++
First Thursday of the month at Central Library, Lori Road, Chesterfield, VA
10:00 a.m. - Noon
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August 26, 2025 – 5:30 p.m.
Meeting
Meet and Greet Potluck
Please bring a favorite dish (and serving utensil) to share.
Showcasing Bermuda Hundred Committees​
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September 17, 2025 - 4:00 p.m.
Bells Across America ring for 1 minute
celebrating the signing of the Constitution
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September 17 – 23, 2025
Constitution Week
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September 19 – 20, 2025
VADAR Fall Muster
Location: Hilton Richmond Hotel and Spa, Short Pump​
12042 West Broad Street, Richmond, VA 23233
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September 30, 2025 – 10:00 a.m.
Field Trip:
Virginia Museum of History and Culture
428 N. Arthur Ashe Blvd
Richmond, VA 23220
10:00 a.m. BH Meeting
10:30 a.m. Guided Tour: "Give Me Liberty"
*Lunch: 12:00 p.m. VMFA Cafe'​
Parking is available on the street or in the VMCH lot.
$5 Non-members
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October 11, 2025
135th anniversary of the founding of NSDAR
National Day of Service
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October 12, 2025
NSDAR National Day of Prayer
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October 19, 2025
Yorktown Day
244th Anniversary of America’s Victory at Yorktown
Location: Main Street, Yorktown, VA
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​October 28, 2025 – 10:00 a.m.​
Chapter Meeting
Program: "Spain and the American Revolution: Recap of DAR's Spain and the Birth of American Democracy" Speaker: Jenny Jolinski
November 11, 2025
Veterans' Day Ceremony
Location: TBD
November 25, 2025 – 10:00 a.m.
Chapter Meeting
Chapter Bake Sale
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December 3, 2025
National Giving Day
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December 10, 2025 (Wednsday) – 11:30 a.m.
Holiday Luncheon & Meeting
*Pre-registration Required
Location: Hanover Tavern
13181 Hanover Courthouse Road
Hanover, VA 23069
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December 13, 2025 - 12:00 Noon
Wreaths Across America
Location: Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery
2901 West Hundred Road
Chester, VA 23831
January 27, 2026 – 10:00 a.m.
Meeting
“Our Ancestors and Patriots”
New Members share their Patriots' stories
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February 4, 2026
New Member Orientation
Location: Bon Air Christian Church
*No chapter meeting in February
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February 21, 2026
George Washington's Birthday Luncheon*
Hosted by The Regents' Club of Richmond
See the invitation when available for details.
All members are encouraged to attend.​​
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March 19 – 22, 2026
129th Virginia DAR State Conference
Location: Williamsburg Lodge
310 South England Street, Williamsburg, VA
See the official Call for details
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March 29, 2026
Vietnam War Veterans' Day
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March 31, 2026 – 10:00 a.m.
Meeting
Program: "Women in the Revolution"
Speaker: Betty German​
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April 29, 2026 – 10:00 a.m.
Field Trip: Patrick Henry's Scotchtown
16120 Chiswell Lane, Beaverdam, VA 23015
*Lunch: 1:00 p.m. Hanover Tavern
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May 12, 2026
Annual Meeting & Installation of Officers
Potluck Luncheon: Catered by Manchester High School Culinary Arts
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May 25, 2026
Memorial Day Ceremony
Location: TBD
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June 14, 2026
Flag Day
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​June 23 - 29, 2026
135th Continental Congress (CC)
Location: NSDAR Headquarters, Constitution Hall
1776 D St NW, Washington D.C. 20006-5303
Pre-registration required*
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June 25, 2026
Virginia DAR Luncheon*
Registration for CC not required
Washington, D.C.
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July 4, 2026
Independence Day
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VADAR Summer Summit 2026
TBA
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++This is a workshop that will help the public, increase awareness of the Bermuda Hundred Chapter, NSDAR, as well as serve as a genealogy "think tank." Earn service credits at the same time!
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*For luncheons, cost includes tax, gratuity, and non-alcoholic beverages. Please make checks payable to Bermuda Hundred Chapter and mail to Kathi Williams, Treasurer, 6316 Great Swan Lane, Chester, VA 23831-1565
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