Blue Star Mothers in the News

Blue Star Mothers going the Extra Mile

2012-01-29T15:57:00.000-07:00

Combing through loads of supplies, a group of ladies are on a mission. Armed with candy bars, razors and shampoo they’re loading up to ship out.

They keep it light-hearted, but this is serious business. They don’t want anyone in our military to forget someone is thinking about them.

“With the 45th coming home, we thought we’d get a break,” said Blue Star mom Kimberly Graham.

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Blue Star Mothers is looking for more volunteers. They can be reached at (918) 697-6997

Troops getting Snacks from Home

2012-01-29T15:53:00.003-07:00

LAS VEGAS (FOX5) -
The troops may have exited Iraq, but thousands of them remain in Afghanistan and other locations across the world.
Those fighting on behalf of the United States will tell you they love getting care packages from home, and you can help support our servicemen and women with some tasty snacks from home.
7-Eleven and Frito Lay have partnered with Blue Star Mothers for the "Seeds For The Troops" drive and are asking for your donations.

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Mayes County All star

2012-01-29T15:51:00.001-07:00

Pam Buffington serves the community in many ways. She does volunteer work as well as being an independent distributor for Advocare Nutritional Products. She participates in activities with the organizations she belongs to, including Sertoma’s Miss Pryor Pageant, underprivileged children’s shopping spree, raising awareness of the Blue Star.

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The Swingin' Blue stars of the USS hornet

2012-01-29T15:47:00.000-07:00

The group was founded in 2002 by Cynthia Shon, when the original members had sons and daughters serving in the military and were part of the East Bay Blue Star Moms.

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Sauk Center Events Calendar

2012-01-29T15:44:00.001-07:00

Blue Star Mothers

Date: February 1, 2012

Event DescriptionWorking to support our troops and veterans.

Blue Star Mothers of NH 3rd annual ‘Honor A Hero’ blood drive

2012-01-29T15:39:00.001-07:00

- When
  Saturday, February 11, 2012
- Time
  7:30am until 1:00pm
Where
Manchester Blood Bank ~ 425 Reservoir Ave Manchester, NH

Description

PLEASE MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR SAT. FEB 11th IN MANCHESTER 7:30AM-1:00PM APPOINTMENTS SUGGESTED PLEASE CALL 625-1951

ALSO BAKED GOODS ARE REQUESTED - IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO VOLUNTEER FOR CANTEEN OR ESCORT PLEASE CONTACT ME getthebigdogs@yahoo.com or 622-1041 HOPE WE SEE YOU THERE!!!!

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Blue Star Mothers seek items for troops

2012-01-29T15:36:00.001-07:00

As a member of the Blue Star Mothers of America, we become accustomed to requests for specific items from deployed troops. We, the Yavapai County Blue Star Mothers, have received just such a request from one of our own sons.

Recently deployed to Afghanistan, this young soldier's unit is working alongside the Afghan troops, training them to fight terrorists. He recently asked his grandmother to send him thermal underwear. When asked what happened to his, the reply was what has become known to us Blue Star Mothers as "typical" of our troops - "The Afghan troops have none."

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Maplesville power restored, cleanup efforts in progress

2012-01-29T15:33:00.004-07:00

The local chapter of Blue Star Mothers, a national organization of mothers of servicemen and women, will be in Maplesville on Saturday, Jan. 28 at noon to help clean up.
Haigler said the town has paired volunteers with homeowners to assist with miscellaneous tasks, such as removing downed tree limbs and cleaning yards.

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Dogs beat the Hogs in 38th Annual Pig Bowl

2012-01-29T15:31:00.000-07:00

SACRAMENTO, CA - The Dogs beat the Hogs 39-28 in the 38th Annual Pig Bowl and 10th Annual Guns and Hoses charity football game between local law enforcement and fire fighters.
The game gives local bragging rights to winner, but also benefits several local charities including Mustard Seed School, the Sheriff's Toy Project, Blue Star Moms and the WIND Youth Center.
Since the event began, the Pig Bowl has raised close to $1.5 million dollars.
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MILITARY FAMILY FUN DAY EGG-STRAVAGANZA!!

2012-01-29T15:27:00.003-07:00

MILITARY FAMILY FUN DAY EGG-STRAVAGANZA!!

CUT OFF DATE FOR REGISTRATION IS MARCH 25TH

Join us on March 31st for a fun time of hunting for those treasured eggs, decorating cookies, a cupcake walk, and other fun games!

FREE to all military dependent children.

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Blue Star Mothers Give Service Members a Touch of Home

2012-01-10T12:55:00.000-07:00

Local service members stationed far away from their loved ones received a touch of home from a special group of mothers during the holidays.

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Patriotism runs deep (dish) at UNO Chicago Grill

2012-01-10T11:45:00.003-07:00

“While there is not enough we can do to show our appreciation to the men and women still serving our country overseas, the ‘Pizza 4 Patriots’ program is just one more way for UNO to show its ongoing commitment to our military,” said UNO assistant general manager Louis Vaccarelli. “I am proud to work for a company that recognizes the sacrifice made by our soldiers, and continues to be a part of this thoughtful program.”

Helping to further the efforts locally have been the Blue Star Mothers, a national not-for-profit organization made up of moms of sons and daughters who have, or are still, serving overseas. Susan Lewis, president of the Rochester chapter, has been working to help get the word out using social media and promoting it on the group’s website.

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NOVA - Northern Virginia

2012-01-10T11:39:00.000-07:00

NOVA Blue Star Mothers next meeting date Jan 15th

Plenty of recycling options this holiday

2012-01-03T11:50:00.005-07:00

TULSA - The holiday gifts have been unwrapped and now there's plenty of trash piling up in homes across Green Country. But it doesn't have to end up in the landfill.
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You can also take flattened cardboard boxes and Styrofoam to the "12 Days of Christmas" recycling drive at Harley Hollan Companies. Last year's drive kept 40,000 pounds of material out of the landfill.

"Instead of placing your empty boxes on the curbside, you can just bring it here. We make it easy. You pull in, we'll unload it for you, and you can be on your way," said Sherry Brunner with Harley Hollan Companies.

This year's proceeds benefit the Blue Star Mothers.

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Joint ceremonies show support for 2 soldiers

2012-01-03T11:45:00.002-07:00

The Patriot Guard Riders along with the Blue Star Moms Houston Chapter and community members joined in a joint celebration Dec. 18 welcoming home Marine Cpl. Matt Morales and sending off Army Spc. Ryan Calderon to serve in Afghanistan.

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Rare holiday lunch for Blue Star Mothers, service member children

2012-01-03T11:25:00.000-07:00

Some local moms got together for lunch with their kids Wednesday. That may not seem to be unusual, except that these were all Blue Star Mothers and their children were service members home on leave over the holidays.

South Bay Blue Star Moms gain back lost funds — and then some

2012-01-03T11:19:00.002-07:00

Thanks to media coverage — and a season in which people are looking to share — a nonprofit that sends care packages and services to active duty overseas service members and homeless veterans has more than been recompensed for the funds they lost in a credit card scam.
The South Bay Blue Star Moms lost $3,000 several weeks ago when the group’s account was hacked through a scam that “skimmed” financial information from cards used at self-checkouts at 24 different Bay Area Lucky supermarkets.
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STARS AND STRIPES: Blue Star Mothers Bill Signed Into Law

2012-01-03T11:17:00.001-07:00

– On Dec. 30 the President signed into law a bipartisan bill sponsored by U.S. Senators Michael Bennet (D-CO) and Kelly Ayotte (R-NH) in the Senate and Rep. Scott Tipton (R-CO) in the House to expand membership in Blue Star Mothers of America to more mothers of current or former military service members.
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In Lake Havasu City, the Blue Star Mothers Chapter AZ-1 is very active. They participate in the Patriot Guard Riders’ Welcome Home and Deployment missions to recognize the sacrifices our local servicemen and women are making. In addition to participating in many community events, the group also collects donations of personal items from the community to send out care packages to Lake Havasu active duty serving overseas.
All Mohave County mothers, foster mothers, grandmothers, or female legal guardians of someone who is presently serving, or has ever served, in the U.S. military are invited to attend a meeting of the local Blue Star Mothers chapter. Meetings are held on the third Wednesday of every month, 6:30 p.m. at Fire Station No. 2, 2065 N. Kiowa Blvd. Anyone with questions may call 928-715-2761.

Donations Made

2012-01-03T11:09:00.005-07:00

The Bartlesville Blue Star Mothers received a $750 donation on Dec. 17 from the Tulsa County Raiders Motorcycle Club out of Bartlesville from a fundraiser that they held in December.The Bartlesville Blue Star Mothers received a $750 donation on Dec. 17 from the Tulsa County Raiders Motorcycle Club out of Bartlesville from a fundraiser that they held in December.
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Blue Star Mothers - Tulsa Lifestyle

2012-01-03T11:05:00.001-07:00

Blue Star Mothers of America is in need of items for Freedom Boxes (care packages) sent to our local service men/women deployed overseas. Items include personal care items such as razors, toothbrushes, and sunscreen, to snack food items, books and batteries. For a full list of items needed, please visit OKBlueStarMothers.org/freedomboxes.
Items may be dropped off at their main office at 907 S. Detroit (fifth floor), or other drop off locations, including all Fox Cleaner locations, USA Signs at 92nd and Sheridan, Troubador’s Emporium near 71st and Garnett, Walgreens at 51st and Memorial and 21st and Memorial, and Urgent Care of green Country at 117th and Memorial.

Denver CO3 on FaceBook

2012-01-03T10:58:00.001-07:00

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Viola Drath: A remarkable life hijacked

2012-01-03T10:50:00.001-07:00

Viola Herms Drath had been to the Blue Star Mothers convention the week of Aug. 8, and she spoke excitedly about an upcoming family dinner at the Prime Rib on K Street and her great-granddaughter’s first birthday. She was pleased that, even at 91 years old, her calendar was so full.
But by the end of the week, she was found dead.

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Pause to Honor those who Serve America

2011-12-27T09:34:00.002-07:00

Fortunately, the Blue Star Mothers of America, a non-partisan veterans' service organization composed of mothers of current and former service members, has been there to support troops, veterans and their families since 1942. ...
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