Joan Travan honored by Col. Josiah Smith DAR Chapter

The Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Col. Josiah Smith Chapter of Patchogue New York presented the New York State Community Service award to Joan Travan on June 9, 2018. The Chapter's annual luncheon "Hats off to the Ladies!" was held at the Bellport Country Club. Regent Dr. Joan Graham Nathan presented a special award cetificate and pin from DAR to Mrs. Joan Travan. Mrs. Travan is a photojournalist, has a column "Joan's View," and is a respected leader and founder of many community service organizations in the Patchogue-Medford area. Bellport Mayor Ray Fell and Town of Brookhaven Councilman Michael Loguercio presented Proclamations and June 9 was declared Joan Travan Day! Hat's Off to Joan Travan!

Since 1890, the mission of the DAR has been to promote historic preservation, education, and patriotism. The Historic Preservation Committee, established as a national Committee on March 1, 2008, seeks to honor the nation’s heritage, focus on the future, and celebrate America. Our motto is God, Home, and Country. We look forward to promoting these goals in our Long Island area!

Thank-you Heidi Nathan-Barry and Julie Travan Snyder for photos!

Photo 1: Mayor Ray Fell, Joan Travan, and Regent Dr. Joan Graham Nathan

Photo 2: Brookhaven Town Councilman Michael LoGuercio and Joan Travan

Photo 3: Brookhaven Town Councilman Michael LoGuercio, Joan Travan, Regent Dr. Joan Graham Nathan