Through Saturday, Dec. 31 there is a yellow ribbon tree in Queen Creek, inside the Third Cup Place Coffeeshop, where the community can support our U.S. troops and military families who cannot make it home this holiday season.
"We are happy to announce we have two locations for our yellow ribbon trees this year. Please stop by to hang a yellow ribbon to honor those who cannot be home for the holiday season. Help us spread the word to our local military families," said San Tan Valley resident Bridgette Crosby, recording secretary for Blue Star Mothers of Maricopa.
“Freedom is a spark that smolders in the spirits and hearts of Americans…. It becomes a flame and formidable force to be reckoned with when our brave men and women serve our country. It is our duty to teach the younger generations how to honor, remember, respect and serve those who fight for us. As a mother with three children in the military, and as a Gold Star family, I encourage everyone to take the time to teach, honor and serve our veterans, troops and military families, because we would not be here without their sacrifices," Crosby continued. "I also welcome other military mothers, military families, veterans and businesses in Queen Creek and beyond to join us in our mission."
Today, Dec. 17, is National Wreaths Across America Day and Crosby says next year they are planning a special ceremony at San Tan Memorial Gardens in Queen Creek. Blue Star Mothers of Maricopa AZ AZ7 is celebrating this event today in Marana. To sponsor a wreath for 2023, visit wreathsacrossamerica.org/
Third Place Cup Coffeehouse is located in Queen Creek at 21805 S. Ellsworth Road, Suite102. You can donate there from 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday.
Another location is in Maricopa at Copa Craze, 20928 N. John Wayne Pkwy., Suite C3. You can donate there from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday and from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday.
Blue Star Mothers are looking for new members to join them. Members or associates can be mothers, fathers, military families, veterans, friends, relatives and others who would like to help support our troops, veterans and military families. Businesses and sponsors are also welcome. For more information or to sign up, call Crosby at 480-235-8388, find them on Facebook or visit their website at bluestarmothersofmaricopaaz7.
