By Lindsey Pyburn
The money raised by this year’s Cookin’ in Central was used to support several different organizations. During their annual Gold Star Mothers banquet this year, $4000 of the total funds from Cookin’ was awarded to the local chapter of Blue Star Mothers. Blue Star Mothers dates back to World War I when the families of active duty military placed the Blue Star Flag in the windows of their homes. The group waned after World War II, but became popular again after 9/11. The tradition of using the Blue Star Flag is still observed amongst the members of the organization. The group gives the mothers of active duty military a place to connect with others going through the same situations and allows them to participate in activities that benefit current and past military personnel.
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Central Supports Blue Star Mothers | CentralSpeaks.com
Thursday, June 17, 2010
Healing Field of Honor draws crowd to ceremony
Healing Field of Honor draws crowd to ceremony
NORTH KINGSVILLE — With 400 U.S. flags lined in rows on a grassy field at Greenlawn Memorial Gardens, the Healing Field of Honor serves as a memorial to men and women who have served our nation to preserve its security and freedom. ...Healing Field of Honor draws crowd to ceremony » Local News » The Star Beacon; Ashtabula, Ohio
The Blue Star Mothers, a nonprofit veterans service organization of mothers who now have, or have had, children serving honorably in the military, read the names of those honored with a flag.
Guest speaker Gary Minadeo, American Legion Ninth District Commander, reminded the crowd the U.S. was founded on God and country. He encouraged everyone to talk to their children and grandchildren about the founders of our country and those who sacrificed their lives to uphold the Constitution.
“In battle, you are putting your life on the line to protect an ideal — the Constitution of the United States of America,” he said. “Talk to your children about faith and country.”
Sunday, June 13, 2010
Blue Star Mothers visit Kirtland AFB
Blue Star Mothers visit Kirtland AFB
Saturday, June 12, 2010
Blue Star Mother's of NH Family Day Veterans Fundraiser at Cheshire Fair Grounds in Swanzey, NH - Zvents
Blue Star Mother's of NH Family Day Veterans Fundraiser at Cheshire Fair Grounds in Swanzey, NH - Zvents: "Tweet this
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Blue Star Mother's of NH Family Day Veterans Fundraiser
Saturday, July 24 1:30p
at Cheshire Fair Grounds, Swanzey, NH
Fees for the use of Eventbrite are added in addition to the $15.00 entry fee. By doing this, Blue Star Mother's is not loosing $1.36 per ticket sale. Thank you for your understanding and your donation.
This will be a state wide fundaiser for Blue Star Mother's of NH.
There will be a key note speaker, many fun activties for families, music, event sponsors will be exhibiting at the fundraiser in support of all Veteran's. read more
Age Suitability: None Specified
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Fees for the use of Eventbrite are added in addition to the $15.00 entry fee. By doing this, Blue Star Mother's is not loosing $1.36 per ticket sale. Thank you for your understanding and your donation.
This will be a state wide fundaiser for Blue Star Mother's of NH.
There will be a key note speaker, many fun activties for families, music, event sponsors will be exhibiting at the fundraiser in support of all Veteran's.
Bring a lawn chair or two, blanket, sunscreen and enjoy a great afternoon supporting our Veteran's in & from New Hampshire.
This event will be held rain or shine! Will be rescheduled only in the event of severe thunder storms!"
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Blue Star Mother's of NH Family Day Veterans Fundraiser
Saturday, July 24 1:30p
at Cheshire Fair Grounds, Swanzey, NH
Fees for the use of Eventbrite are added in addition to the $15.00 entry fee. By doing this, Blue Star Mother's is not loosing $1.36 per ticket sale. Thank you for your understanding and your donation.
This will be a state wide fundaiser for Blue Star Mother's of NH.
There will be a key note speaker, many fun activties for families, music, event sponsors will be exhibiting at the fundraiser in support of all Veteran's. read more
Age Suitability: None Specified
Tags: There are no tags.
Fees for the use of Eventbrite are added in addition to the $15.00 entry fee. By doing this, Blue Star Mother's is not loosing $1.36 per ticket sale. Thank you for your understanding and your donation.
This will be a state wide fundaiser for Blue Star Mother's of NH.
There will be a key note speaker, many fun activties for families, music, event sponsors will be exhibiting at the fundraiser in support of all Veteran's.
Bring a lawn chair or two, blanket, sunscreen and enjoy a great afternoon supporting our Veteran's in & from New Hampshire.
This event will be held rain or shine! Will be rescheduled only in the event of severe thunder storms!"
Friday, June 11, 2010
Grizz Bowl 2010: Bigger and badder than ever
Grizz Bowl 2010: Bigger and badder than ever: "The Soaring Eagle Blue Star Moms will be on hand making their second appearance at the event. The moms are scheduled to sell their delectable five fan favorites.
These sweet treats are $1 each and include Rice Krispie treats, chocolate chip cookies, frosted sugar cookies, brownies and cupcakes.
The mothers will also be tossing patriotic beach balls and miniature footballs into the crowd to keep energy levels high.
All proceeds from sweet treat sales will be put in the group’s general fund, which provides support for troops serving their county, veterans and the Susanville chapter of Blue Star Moms.
The group has grown tremendously according to chapter president Christine Boyd. The moms are currently at 68 members.
The Susanville chapter ranks at No. 5 out of the 21 chapters in California ahead of San Diego, Fresno, Yuba City and Lancaster. Nationwide the chapter is ranked 11th out of 215 for membership.
“I guess someone forgot to tell us we were a small town,” said Boyd. “The support that we have received from this community is incredible. There is so much pride and patriotism here. The Blue Star Mothers date back to 1942 and to be a part of that history means everything to me.”
Boyds son, Lane Morrow, recently returned from a tour of duty in Afghanistan and Boyd could not be happier.
Donna Spaan, another Blue Star Mother, spoke of her son Justin who is serving as a combat medic for the U.S. Army in Basra, Iraq.
“I have raised my children wanting to volunteer, to give of themselves more than they have received. I stand in awe of what my son is doing.”"
These sweet treats are $1 each and include Rice Krispie treats, chocolate chip cookies, frosted sugar cookies, brownies and cupcakes.
The mothers will also be tossing patriotic beach balls and miniature footballs into the crowd to keep energy levels high.
All proceeds from sweet treat sales will be put in the group’s general fund, which provides support for troops serving their county, veterans and the Susanville chapter of Blue Star Moms.
The group has grown tremendously according to chapter president Christine Boyd. The moms are currently at 68 members.
The Susanville chapter ranks at No. 5 out of the 21 chapters in California ahead of San Diego, Fresno, Yuba City and Lancaster. Nationwide the chapter is ranked 11th out of 215 for membership.
“I guess someone forgot to tell us we were a small town,” said Boyd. “The support that we have received from this community is incredible. There is so much pride and patriotism here. The Blue Star Mothers date back to 1942 and to be a part of that history means everything to me.”
Boyds son, Lane Morrow, recently returned from a tour of duty in Afghanistan and Boyd could not be happier.
Donna Spaan, another Blue Star Mother, spoke of her son Justin who is serving as a combat medic for the U.S. Army in Basra, Iraq.
“I have raised my children wanting to volunteer, to give of themselves more than they have received. I stand in awe of what my son is doing.”"
Vollies May Get $50,000 from Assemblyman | GerritsenBeach.net
"Now for some good vollie news!
The Gerrittsen Beach Volunteer Fire Department may receive a $50,000 grant from the state assembly to help with the structural upkeep of the Blue Star Mothers Hall at 43 Seba Avenue.
As of right now the Vollies are being cautiously optimistic because they still have to fill out the appropriate paperwork, jump a hoop or two but in the end it sounds like they will get the money.
Although $50,000 sounds like a lot of money, it is specifically earmarked for the building and not for any other expense.
Don’t think that you shouldn’t give whatever you can to the Vollies because they are rolling in money cause they are not."
Vollies May Get $50,000 from Assemblyman GerritsenBeach.net:
The Gerrittsen Beach Volunteer Fire Department may receive a $50,000 grant from the state assembly to help with the structural upkeep of the Blue Star Mothers Hall at 43 Seba Avenue.
As of right now the Vollies are being cautiously optimistic because they still have to fill out the appropriate paperwork, jump a hoop or two but in the end it sounds like they will get the money.
Although $50,000 sounds like a lot of money, it is specifically earmarked for the building and not for any other expense.
Don’t think that you shouldn’t give whatever you can to the Vollies because they are rolling in money cause they are not."
Vollies May Get $50,000 from Assemblyman GerritsenBeach.net:
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