Veterans Day event set for Queen Creek's San Tan Memorial Gardens

San Tan Memorial Gardens at Schnepf Farms is partnering with American Legion Duane Ellsworth Post 129 for its Ninth Annual Veterans Day Celebration.

The celebration starts at 9 a.m., Tuesday, Nov. 11 at 22425 E. Cloud Road.

“We’re proud to gather as a community to recognize those who have served,” stated Dillon Benavides, manager of San Tan Memorial Gardens, in a press release. “This event is our way of saying ‘thank you’ to veterans, and to provide a meaningful space for remembrance, fellowship, and community connection.”

This free community event is designed to honor local veterans and their service to the nation, while bringing together residents, civic leaders, veterans groups and families.

Event highlights include:

• Honor Guard flag ceremony
• Remarks by town of Queen Creek officials and American Legion leadership
• Flyover by Amazing Grace II, a Navy bi-plane
• Veteran-focused vendor booths
• Classic car show on the front lawn
• Light refreshments
• Blood drive by Vitalant

All are welcome to attend. Veterans, their families and community members are encouraged to participate.

San Tan Memorial Gardens at Schnepf Farms is a landscaped memorial park serving Queen Creek and the surroundingregion.

American Legion Post 129, based in Queen Creek, supports veterans and their families through service, advocacy and community engagement.