BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Paul Emery Chapter - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Paul Emery Chapter X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://paulemerysar.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Paul Emery Chapter REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Detroit BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260704T023000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260704T030000 DTSTAMP:20260726T111557 CREATED:20260605T001232Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T001233Z UID:10000056-1783132200-1783134000@paulemerysar.org SUMMARY:Fenton Freedom Festival DESCRIPTION:Annual Fourth of July Celebration in Fenton. \n\n\n\n10:00 AM Parade with SAR Float \n\n\n\n1:00 PM Reading of the Declaration of Independence at the Fenton Museum URL:https://paulemerysar.org/event/fenton-freedom-festival/ LOCATION:A.J. Phillips Fenton Museum and Historical Society\, 310 S Leroy St.\, Fenton\, MI\, 48430\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://paulemerysar.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/LogoFenton.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260620T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260620T235959 DTSTAMP:20260726T111557 CREATED:20260604T235844Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T235845Z UID:10000055-1781913600-1781999999@paulemerysar.org SUMMARY:Lapeer Celebrates America 250 DESCRIPTION:12:00 Flagpole dedication ceremony at Lapeer County historic courthouse and recognition of Lapeer County Veterans\, Sons of the American Revolution to perform on bagpipes \n\n\n\n1:00 – 2:00 Guided tours of historic courthouse \n\n\n\n2:00 – 2:30 Jim Bach Trio performance on courthouse steps \n\n\n\n3:30 – 4:30 Guided tours of historic courthouse \n\n\n\n4:30 – 5:30 Students from Center for the Arts Generation Arts Program present the story of the historic “Courthouse Wars” \n\n\n\n5:30 Music students from Chatfield School perform \n\n\n\n7:30 patriotic concert by Rodney Marsalis and the Philadelphia Big Brass \n\n\n\nDowntown merchants and farmers market will also be open. URL:https://paulemerysar.org/event/lapeer-celebrates-america-250/ LOCATION:MI CATEGORIES:America 250,Chapter Events,Events of Interest ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://paulemerysar.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/lapeer.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260614T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260614T235959 DTSTAMP:20260726T111557 CREATED:20260604T234650Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260607T214640Z UID:10000022-1781395200-1781481599@paulemerysar.org SUMMARY:Uncle Rays Pledge Celebration DESCRIPTION:Uncle Ray’s Dairyland in Fenton\, MI\, hosts an annual Flag Day “Pledge Celebration\,” where kids under 12 reciting the Pledge of Allegiance get free ice cream and mini-golf\, often with local VFW involvement and the Fenton Marching Band URL:https://paulemerysar.org/event/i-pledge-project-at-uncle-rays/ LOCATION:Uncle Rays Dairyland\, 1462 N. Leroy Street\, Fenton\, MI\, 48430\, United States CATEGORIES:Events of Interest ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://paulemerysar.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/uncle-rays.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260606T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260606T110000 DTSTAMP:20260726T111557 CREATED:20260518T213104Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T213104Z UID:10000021-1780743600-1780743600@paulemerysar.org SUMMARY:Peter Woodin Grave Dedication DESCRIPTION:The Paul Emery Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution will be conducting a grave dedication for 2nd Lt. Peter Woodin\, who is buried in the Swartz Creek Cemetery. \n\n\n\nThe event will take place June 6 at 11:00 am with refreshments to follow provided by the Swartz Creek Historical Society. \n\n\n\nFull Military Honors will be provided by the Swartz Creek American Legion\, US Army JROTC\, and the 1st Royal Artillery\, Seven Years War Cannoneers. Musical selections by the Swartz Creek HS Madrigals Choir. URL:https://paulemerysar.org/event/peter-woodin-grave-dedication/ LOCATION:Swartz Creek Cemetery\, 4464 Morrish Rd\, Swartz Creek\, MI\, United States CATEGORIES:America 250,Chapter Events,Color Guard,MISSAR Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://paulemerysar.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/wooden-flyer-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260523T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260523T130000 DTSTAMP:20260726T111557 CREATED:20260422T003033Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T003034Z UID:10000019-1779541200-1779541200@paulemerysar.org SUMMARY:Jacob Doty Patriot Grave Dedication DESCRIPTION:The Genesee Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will re-dedicate the grave of Patriot Jacob Doty (1759-1855). URL:https://paulemerysar.org/event/jacob-doty-patriot-grave-dedication/ LOCATION:Alton Cemetery\, 1800 W Grand River Rd.\, Owosso\, MI\, United States CATEGORIES:DAR Events,Events of Interest ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://paulemerysar.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/DAR-logo-2019.webp GEO:42.893111047031;-84.196867549571 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Alton Cemetery 1800 W Grand River Rd. Owosso MI United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1800 W Grand River Rd.:geo:-84.196867549571,42.893111047031 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260516T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260516T110000 DTSTAMP:20260726T111557 CREATED:20260425T005712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260425T010336Z UID:10000020-1778929200-1778929200@paulemerysar.org SUMMARY:"Road to American Independence" exhibit opening ceremony DESCRIPTION:The Jeremiah Clark Chapter invites you to the America 250 “Road to American Independence” exhibit opening ceremony. The event is scheduled for Saturday\, May 16\, 11:00 a.m. at the Old Mill Museum\, 366 Mill Street\, Ortonville. The Jeremiah Clark Chapter was commissioned by the Ortonville Community Heritage Society to produce artwork and text telling the story of the American Revolution accessible to the general public. This event led by our chapter will involve the Sashabaw Plains NSDAR\, Elias Cady CAR\, MI SSAR Color Guard\, 1st Royal Artillery\, Seven Years War Cannoneers\, and Revolutionary War reenactors. \n\n\n\nThere will be a nine feet tall Declaration of Independence for all event participants to sign. \n\n\n\nThe Citizen published an article about the event in the April 4\, 2026 edition of their newspaper. URL:https://paulemerysar.org/event/road-to-american-independence-exhibit-opening-ceremony/ LOCATION:Old Mill Museum\, 366 Mill Street\, Ortonville\, MI\, 48462\, United States CATEGORIES:America 250,Color Guard,Events of Interest ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://paulemerysar.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Road-to-American-Independence-Flyer.05.16.2026.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260430T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260430T170000 DTSTAMP:20260726T111557 CREATED:20260208T001245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T151729Z UID:10000016-1777555800-1777568400@paulemerysar.org SUMMARY:MISSAR America’s 250th Signature Event DESCRIPTION:Locations: 320 S. Walnut Street\, Lansing\, MI and 323 W. Ottawa Street\, Lansing\, MI \n\n\n\n\nPresident George Washington Statue & Capitol Grounds\n\n\n\nMichigan State Capitol Building\n\n\n\nHeritage Hall & Atrium\n\n\n\n\nHosts & Co-Sponsors:Pvt. Ephraim Wheaton Chapter co-hosting with MISSAR and other co-sponsorsThis will be one of MISSAR’s premier America 250th signature events—a special afternoon in our state capital honoring the legacy of President George Washington and the ideals of the American Revolution. Planned activities include: \n\n\n\n\nWreath-laying ceremony at the President George Washington statue\n\n\n\nGuided tours of the Michigan State Capitol Building\n\n\n\nReception in Heritage Hall\, providing an opportunity for fellowship with compatriots\, guests\, and community partners\n\n\n\nElementary student art displays in the Capitol atrium\, showcasing youth creativity and patriotism inspired by Revolutionary-era themes\n\n\n\n\nMembers\, families\, educators\, and the public will all be welcome to attend. More information on timing\, parking\, and registration will follow. URL:https://paulemerysar.org/event/missar-americas-250th-signature-event/ LOCATION:Michigan State Capitol\, 100 N Capitol Ave.\, Lansing\, MI\, 48933\, United States CATEGORIES:Chapter Events,MISSAR Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://paulemerysar.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/SAR-250th-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260426T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260426T150000 DTSTAMP:20260726T111557 CREATED:20260207T235925Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260208T002130Z UID:10000015-1777201200-1777215600@paulemerysar.org SUMMARY:Lapeer Community Spring Expo DESCRIPTION:Members of the Paul Emery Chapter will be in attendance to distribute information about the Sons of the American Revolution. \n\n\n\nIf you have an interest in becoming a member please consider stopping by and saying hello! URL:https://paulemerysar.org/event/lapeer-community-spring-expo/ LOCATION:Lapeer Center for Innovation\, 70 Millville Road\, Lapeer\, MI\, United States CATEGORIES:Chapter Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://paulemerysar.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/pec_sar_logo_white.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260419T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260419T140000 DTSTAMP:20260726T111557 CREATED:20260407T230645Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T230813Z UID:10000018-1776607200-1776607200@paulemerysar.org SUMMARY:Fenton Liberty Tree Dedication DESCRIPTION:The City of Fenton will be dedicating a Liberty Tree on April 19th\, the 251st Anniversary of Lexington & Concord. The dedication is the kickoff for Fenton’s celebrations of the 250th commemoration year.  \n\n\n\nIn addition to SAR participation\, the ceremony is slated to include: \n\n\n\n\nLight refreshments\n\n\n\nMusic by the Fenton Ambassadors choir\n\n\n\nRemarks by Rep. Dave Martin on legislation to recognize April 19th as Patriots Day in Michigan\n\n\n\nUnveiling of a dedication plaque\n\n\n\nDistribution of 250 “liberty tree” white pine saplings URL:https://paulemerysar.org/event/fenton-liberty-tree-dedication/ LOCATION:Rackham Park at Fenton Community Center\, 105 S. Leroy St.\, Fenton\, MI\, 48430\, United States CATEGORIES:America 250,Chapter Events,Color Guard ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://paulemerysar.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/fenton_libarty_tree_ad.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260411T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260411T160000 DTSTAMP:20260726T111557 CREATED:20260207T233344Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260208T002316Z UID:10000012-1775894400-1775923200@paulemerysar.org SUMMARY:MISSAR Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION:The in-person Spring Board of Managers and Annual Meeting will be held at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Lansing. This is one of the key gatherings of the year\, where members: \n\n\n\n\nConduct important society business\n\n\n\nPresent awards and recognitions\n\n\n\n\nThe Pvt. Ephraim Wheaton Chapter will be co-hosting this event with MISSAR. Details on registration\, meals\, and lodging will be circulated as we get closer to the date. URL:https://paulemerysar.org/event/missar-annual-meeting/ LOCATION:Crown Plaza Hotel\, Lansing\, Michigan\, 925 South Creyts Road\, Lansing\, MI\, United States CATEGORIES:MISSAR Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://paulemerysar.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/missarseal.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260321T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260321T130000 DTSTAMP:20260726T111557 CREATED:20260119T013539Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260208T002425Z UID:10000003-1774087200-1774098000@paulemerysar.org SUMMARY:Annual Chapter Meeting DESCRIPTION:Paul Emery Chapter Annual Meeting at the White Horse Inn. We will discuss ongoing work and elect officers. (Compatriot and President) Jim Riddell of the Paul Emery Chapter will give a talk on his Patriot Ancestors. \n\n\n\nIf you have an interest in becoming a member please consider joining us. Guests are always welcome! URL:https://paulemerysar.org/event/chapter-meeting/ LOCATION:White Horse Inn\, 1 East High Street\, Metamora\, MI\, United States CATEGORIES:Chapter Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://paulemerysar.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/pec_sar_logo_white.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260321T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260322T235959 DTSTAMP:20260726T111557 CREATED:20260207T234544Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T005902Z UID:10000013-1774051200-1774223999@paulemerysar.org SUMMARY:Kalamazoo Living History Show DESCRIPTION:More than 10\,000 historical re-enactors\, history enthusiasts\, collectors\, and the general public from the United States and Canada are expected to attend the 49th annual Kalamazoo Living History Show™. \n\n\n\nThe largest\, nationally recognized\, juried show in the Midwest devoted to pre-1890 original or reproduction living history supplies\, accouterments and related crafts. More than 10\,000 historical re-enactors from pre-Revolutionary through the Civil War\, history buffs\, collectors\, and the general public from 18 states and Canada come together for a festive weekend to buy\, sell and trade. The event attracts over 270 of the finest craftspeople and dealers of living history supplies and related crafts from throughout the United States. \n\n\n\nThe show attracts many of the finest artisans and vendors of pre-1890 living history supplies and related crafts from throughout the United States and Canada. \n\n\n\nOther highlights include children’s activities\, Native American cultural programs\, and artisans who will demonstrate their crafts. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Categories: URL:https://paulemerysar.org/event/kalamazoo-living-history-show/ LOCATION:Kalamazoo County Expo Center\, 2900 Lake Street\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, United States CATEGORIES:Events of Interest ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://paulemerysar.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Kzoo_25_EDIT_-54.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR