We invite you to join us at Samurai Comics in Glendale on November 22nd as we recognize the dedicated public safety professionals who serve our community every day. This event is an opportunity to show support and gratitude for the firefighters, law enforcement officers and other professionals who work tirelessly to keep us safe.
All attendees will have the chance to sign the distinguished guests book. Your presence helps honor their commitment, courage, and service.
We look forward to seeing you there.
Address: Samurai Comics Glendale Store. 6808 N Dysart Rd #148, Glendale, AZ 85307
Date: Nov 22 2025. Time: 10am to 10.30
Art Exhibit honoring Public Servants: Award Winning Artist: Yvonne Wan. Art intern: Carson Shuler.
Dignitaries Attending: MCSO Chief, MCSO Sheriff, Apache Junction PD Chief, Goodyear Mayor. Others TBC.
Schedule:
- 10am: USAF Honor guard will perform the Presentation of Colors during the National Anthem. National Anthem Singer: US Airman Gabe Howell.
- 10.05 Introduction.
- 10.10 Legends Award Ceremony. Dignitaries will present the awards on stage. Award recipients will receive a certificate of honor / commendation; Challenge coins, USAF gifts and portrait gift by Yvonne Wan.
- 10.15: USAF Honor guard: Saber Ceremony.
- 10.30 Group Photo.
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Volunteer Professional Photographer: Elseworld Photography and Yvonne Wan.
Volunteer Broadcast standard Film Maker: Yvonne Wan
Note: We have two Focus comics events at the venue on the same day. The two events are separate. Please feel free to stay for the second event, which is a graduation event for Focus comic students with autism / special needs. We would love to have as many local heroes and community members in the students class photo. The Class photo takes place approximately 10.30am.
Photo credit: Alana Salazar