The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution urges Americans to reflect on the United States Constitution during this month’s annual observance in honor of this foundational document of national governance. The DAR initiated the observance in 1955, when the service organization petitioned the U.S. Congress to dedicate September 17–23 of each year to the commemoration of Constitution Week. Congress adopted the resolution, and on August 2, 1956, President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed it into Public Law #915.
The celebration’s goals are threefold: to encourage the study of the historical events that led to the framing of the Constitution in September 1787; to remind the public that the Constitution is the basis of America’s great heritage and the foundation for its way of life; and to emphasize U.S. citizens’ responsibility to protect, defend and preserve the U.S. Constitution.
Central Oregon Cities will issue proclamations for Constitution Week in early September. Citizens are encouraged to participate by being present, and exploring Constitution Week events at their local Library.
Proclamations being presented:
Bend City Council Meeting – Wednesday, September 3rd at 5:00 PM
Redmond City Council Meeting – N/A, Redmond no longer issues Proclamations
Prineville City Council Meeting – Tuesday, September 09 at 5:30 PM
Madras City Council Meeting – Tuesday, September 09 at 5:30 PM
LaPine City Council Meeting – Wednesday, September 10 at 5:30 PM
Deschutes County Commissioners & Sisters City Council – TBD
Library Displays and Events:
Bells Across America – Deschutes Public Library – Downtown Bend – Wednesday, 09/17 – Meet outside at 12:30PM – Ringing Bells out front at 1:00 sharp for one minute
Free Constitution Class – Deschutes Public Library – Downtown Bend – Brooks Room – Saturday 09/20 from 10:30-12:00 p.m.
Free Constitution Class – Deschutes Public Library Redmond – Community Room 1 – Tuesday 09/23 at 12:00 PM – 1:30
Crook County Library – Prineville – Constitution Week Display
Jefferson County District Library – Madras – Constitution Week Display
