A Thanksgiving Message From Rosie & Mariela
Thanksgiving is one of our favorite times of the year — not just because of the pumpkin pie (Mariela might or might not eat it for breakfast), or because Rosie loves decorating the table like she’s hosting a Food Network special…
It’s because Thanksgiving brings us back to what matters most: family, community, and gratitude.
This year, we want to say from the bottom of our hearts:
Thank you.
Thank you for trusting us.
Thank you for inviting us into your home-buying journeys.
Thank you for the hugs, the laughs, the late-night “Is this a good offer?” texts, the front-porch key handoffs, and the chance to serve the West Valley — a place that truly feels like home.
To us, real estate isn’t about houses.
It’s about families, stories, and building communities, one home at a time.
We’re grateful for every conversation, every client who becomes family, and every opportunity to make your real estate dreams come true.
Whether you’re celebrating with a huge family gathering full of chaos and tamales… or a quiet dinner with your favorite people… we hope your day is filled with warmth, love, and a whole lot of delicious food.
🦃 Your West Valley Thanksgiving Guide 2025
Looking for something fun to do before or after the feast (or while pretending to avoid washing dishes)?
Here are the BEST Thanksgiving activities around the West Valley:
👟 1. Turkey Trots Around the Valley
Start the day with a little cardio so you can justify that third plate.
🦃 Phoenix Turkey Trot – Downtown Phoenix
Family races, kids dash & costumes encouraged.
Great vibe, big turnout, tons of food trucks after.
🦃 Goodyear Turkey Day 5K
Small-town feel, friendly crowd, perfect for families in Estrella, Palm Valley, or PebbleCreek.
🦃 Surprise Turkey Trot
Fast course, great for competitors… or for people who just want the cute T-shirt.
🍽️ 2. Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving (West Valley)
For anyone who said, “You know what… let’s NOT cook this year.”
🥧 Black Bear Diner – Goodyear
Comfort food heaven.
🍽️ Litchfield’s at The Wigwam – Litchfield Park
A beautiful Thanksgiving buffet — upscale, festive, perfect for family photos.
🍗 Cracker Barrel – Avondale
Classic Thanksgiving dinner without the dishes.
❤️ 3. Volunteer or Give Back (Perfect West Valley Opportunities)
🧡 St. Mary’s Food Bank – Phoenix
Help assemble holiday food boxes.
🧡 Avondale Care1st Resource Center
Donations + volunteer shifts available.
🧡 Goodyear Fire Department Food Drives
Drop-off bins located citywide.
Helping others is one of the best traditions of the season.
🎄 4. Early Holiday Events (Because Christmas Starts on November 1st, Let’s Be Honest)
✨ City of Avondale “Winterfest”
Live entertainment, food, tree lighting.
✨ Goodyear “Holly Jolly Festival”
Family activities, Santa photos, holiday market.
✨ Litchfield Park Festival of Arts
Not Thanksgiving-specific, but a huge fall favorite.
🛍️ 5. Black Friday in the West Valley
Whether you’re going for tech deals or just people-watching for entertainment…
🛒 Westgate Entertainment District
Shops + restaurants + a holiday vibe.
🛒 Tanger Outlets – Glendale
Great deals, early openings, and usually a few stampedes (just kidding… kinda 😅).
🛒 Target & Walmart (Avondale, Goodyear, Buckeye)
If you know, you know.
❤️ A Final Thanksgiving Thought
As we close out another incredible year serving the communities we love, we want you to know:
You are part of our story.
Part of our journey.
Part of our real estate family.
From our home to yours —
Happy Thanksgiving, West Valley!
May your home be filled with love, laughter, and leftovers.
With love,
Rosie & Mariela Armenta