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Membership in the Jersey Blue Chapter, NSDAR, offers a variety of programs, service opportunities and social events throughout the year. We have a rich history of accomplishment in the DAR’s mission of historical preservation, education and patriotic public service – all while forging strong friendships with one another and making Jersey Blue a group in which we all love to belong.
 
There are many ways to get involved so you can find whatever activities best suit your interests and abilities. Prospective members are welcome at events, programs and meetings, so join us to see what Jersey Blue is all about! 
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Martha Washington Visits Buccleuch

Professional actress, Maggie Worsdale, portrayed the first, first lady Martha Washington, sharing insight into the life and times in which Martha lived through an engaging and immersive performance.
Jersey Blues dressed in suffragette white

Cemetery Preservation

Jersey Blue members stay socially distanced while cleaning Revolutionary War gravestones at historic cemeteries.
Jersey Blue Chapter DAR Ornament making

Ornament Making Workshop

Jersey Blues handcrafted star ornaments for our Christmas tree display at the American Hungarian Foundation tree exhibit in December 2019.
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Assembling Patriotic Welcome Bags for New U.S. Citizens

Jersey Blue members assembled patriotic welcome bags for new citizens sworn in at a citizenship ceremony in Princeton, New Jersey in 2019.
Col. John Neilson Society and Jersey Blue DAR members

Dedication of the Third Reading of the Declaration of Independence

On the 241st anniversary of the third reading of the Declaration of Independence by Colonel John Neilson, Jersey Blue members, Colonel John Neilson Society, C.A.R. members and direct descendants of Colonel Neilson attended the statue dedication and unveiling depicting that moment in history. With several direct descendants of Colonel Neilson as members, Jersey Blue and Colonel John Neilson Society each contributed sponsorships to build the statue's base.
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Middlesex County History Day

Jersey Blue and Colonel John Neilson members practiced their colonial curtsies at the fun-filled historical celebrations of Middlesex County's History Day at the East Jersey Olde Town Village.
Holiday gift bags for veterans

Holiday Gift Bags for Veterans

Jersey Blues run a clothing distribution room at the Menlo Park Veterans' Home. The clothing is all new and donated by various groups for the use and comfort of the veteran residents. Jersey Blues sort and pack items into holiday gift bags for residents during the holiday season.
Historic Buttons Program

Buttons and the Stories They Tell Program

Barbara Michaels, professional appraiser and button collector, shared stories from her prized collection and how she began collecting buttons. 
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Sippin' and Stitchin' Workshop

Jersey Blues explored the classic craft of embroidery with Philadelphia-based multidisciplinary textile artist, Lea Saccomanno. After an educational lecture on colonial embroidery, attendees tried their own hand at embroidery basics and techniques to create their own unique embroidered piece while drinking sparkling cranberry mocktails.
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U.S. Citizenship Trivia Contest and Ice Cream Social

Jersey Blues aren't afraid to "dress up" for the occasion! "Uncle Sam" visited Jersey Blue and tested members' knowledge on basic American history, geography, and the rights and responsibilities that come with U.S. citizenship.
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Zoom Chapter Meeting

Jersey Blue has adapted to the COVID-19 pandemic by using Zoom for chapter meetings. Here, members were challenged on our Flag Day knowledge and caught up with one another.
womens suffrage photo opp

Women's Suffrage Centennial

Jersey Blues commemorated the 100th anniversary of women gaining the right to vote at a special event at Buccleuch Mansion with a historic photo opportunity.
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Holiday Social

Jersey Blues and guests gathered at the Cornelius Low House for an engaging World War I exhibit, followed by a holiday house tour and selection of sweet treats at Buccleuch Mansion in 2018.  
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Paint & Sip Holiday Social

Jersey Blues and guests unleashed their inner artists and painted their own unique masterpieces while sharing in some good food, wine and fun at the annual holiday social in 2017.
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Restoration of Buccleuch Mansion

Jersey Blue volunteers sorted, packed and supervised the relocation of hundreds of items from Buccleuch Mansion’s collections for the building’s massive restoration effort beginning in summer 2017.
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Historic Watson House Tour

After a ‘Dutch Treat’ luncheon, Jersey Blues toured Watson House, Mercer County’s oldest home built in 1708, with colonial-costumed volunteers as guides. Today, Watson House serves as the state headquarters of the NJDAR and displays several historic pieces donated by New Jersey Daughters. 
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Read Across America Day

In honor of the birthday of Dr. Seuss, Jersey Blues donned Cat in the Hat hats and read to students during Read Across American Day.
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Earth Day River Clean Up

Jersey Blues banded together for the environment and joined the Raritan Headwaters Association for a stream cleanup event at the Raritan River watershed in Raritan, New Jersey.
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Genealogy Workshop

Jersey Blues and volunteers helped prospective members with research for their DAR applications or answered general genealogy questions. Jersey Blue loves to share our passion for genealogy with the community!
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Placing Flags on Patriot Graves

Every year, the Jersey Blue Chapter honors veterans on Memorial Day by placing flags on patriots' graves throughout several central New Jersey counties.
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Buccleuch Mansion Ribbon Cutting and
​Re-Dedication

Jersey Blue Chapter celebrated a grand reopening of the Museum at Buccleuch in 2019 with city and county dignitaries as well as park guests. 
Historic quilts program

Historic Quilts Program

Dana Balsamo, Certified Quilt Appraiser, displayed a beautiful array of antique quilts at a program held at the Middlesex County Library. Jersey Blues discussed ​quilt-making techniques, asked questions and felt the historic fabrics of these treasured family heirlooms!
Kentucky Derby Day at Buccleuch

Derby Day Celebration

Jersey Blues held their very own Kentucky Derby celebration in 2015 and learned about the history of the famous race, as well as some interesting trivia about the state of Kentucky. Members even got to know the actual names of the horses entered! 
Veterans Home Crazy Hat Mini Golf

Crazy Hat Mini Golf

Volunteers are paired with a veteran for personal,
​one-on-one playing time during the annual Crazy Hat Golf event hosted by Jersey Blue at the Menlo Park Veterans' Home. Every player gets a prize, but it is always the hats that make it the most fun!
Jersey Blue Chapter at afternoon tea

Afternoon Tea

Jersey Blues sampled award-winning teas and glasses of champagne along with a fine selection of tea breads, scones with Devonshire cream, homemade jams and finger sandwiches during an afternoon tea social. 
Historic Fall Foods Presentation

Tasty Fall Foods Program

Historic Foodways expert, Susan Luczu, presented a tableful of fall treats and recipes for Jersey Blues to learn about, but it was eating the treats that members liked best! 

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