Every year, we take time to give thanks and recognition to all of our military personnel who have given so much to secure our freedom. This year, we are thrilled to welcome Michael Swanigan as our special guest speaker. Swanigan, retired from the Air Force Reserve, flew C-130 Hercules planes for the Alaska Air National Guard. His story includes a spectacular career with Alaska Airlines, from pilot to FAA designer, and then developer of navigation technology, he truly did it all.
After retiring, among his many endeavors, he appeared in commercials for the airline with Seattle quarterback Russell Wilson! Today he hosts a popular podcast, called “Taking Flight” and is a well-known and sought-after speaker across the nation. He is also the brother of famed newsman, Lester Holt.
We will also welcome some other very special guests, including retired Air Force Colonel Melissa Kallett (as our master of ceremonies), the Luke Air Force Base Color Guard, members of the PebbleCreek Singers, and PebbleCreek’s own Dance Fusion, among other surprises.
This special afternoon promises to create a spirit of patriotism and gratitude—a spirit that we can share with each other as we celebrate and appreciate all of the freedoms we enjoy as Americans. Once again, members of the PebbleCreek Quilters will honor veterans with a special quilt presentation. Come and be counted as a thankful citizen of PebbleCreek, Arizona, and the great United States of America. In addition, don’t miss the special slideshow done by our very own Sandra Hand of the hundreds of our PebbleCreek veterans and family in their uniforms.
Tickets are $5 for this special program and can be purchased at the activities office. The proceeds will be given to the Luke Air Force Base Color Guard. Wear your red, white, and blue, and come celebrate with us in the Renaissance Theater!