For Our Hometown Heroes —
And Our Heroes at Home
This Mother’s Day weekend, Gate City Advisors is honored to celebrate the firefighters who serve our community — and the families who support them every day.
Join us for a relaxed afternoon of great food, family fun, and heartfelt gratitude.
WHERE: High Point City Lake Park
WHEN: Saturday, May 9, 2026 from 11:00am - 2:00pm
WHAT: Catered fish fry and hot dog lunch, rides and games for kids, & a special thank you to the moms who attend
Why We're Hosting This Event
A Small Way to Say Thank You
Every time a call comes in, firefighters leave their families behind to protect ours.
Behind every one of those heroes is a family who carries that calling too — especially the moms who hold everything together at home.
This event is simply our way of saying:
We see you.
We appreciate you.
We’re grateful for you.
No presentations.
No sales.
Just food, fun, and time together.
Event Details
Location: High Point City Lake Park, Shelter #2
Date: Saturday, May 9
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Come hungry.
Bring the kids.
Stay as long as you'd like.
What to Expect
- Catered Fish Fry and Hot Dog lunch
- Family-friendly park setting
- Playground
- Unlimited carousel and train rides for the kids
- A small Mother’s Day surprise for every mom
- A brief moment of gratitude for our local firefighters
Who is Invited
This Event Is For
- Firefighters, and
- Spouses and families
If you serve our community — or support someone who does — we would be honored to serve you that day.
Register for the Hometown Heroes Appreciation Day!
Proud to Serve Our Community
At Gate City Advisors, we believe strong communities are built on service, generosity, and relationships.
Over the years, we’ve had the privilege of building relationships with many families across our community — including a number of firefighters and first responders who trust us to help guide their financial lives.
Hosting this cookout is simply one small way we can give back to the people who serve our community every day.
We’re grateful for the opportunity to say thank you.
R. SHERWOOD GREER, CFP®, RICP®
MANAGING PARTNER
JOSEPH R. VARTANIAN, CEPA®
MANAGING PARTNERÂ
KEN ANDERSON, CLU®, ChFC®
SENIOR FINANCIAL ADVISOR
JO SMITH, CFP®, CDFA®
DIRECTOR OF FINANCIAL PLANNING
MERCEDESÂ FRESQUEZ
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS
DIANE LINDSEY, CFP®
DIRECTOR OF CLIENT SERVICES
LARA HOWARD
DIRECTOR OF CLIENT CARE
MATT RUSSELL, FPQP®
CLIENT SERVICES ASSOCIATE
WENDY LINNEY
CLIENT SERVICES ASSOCIATE
BILL GIRONE
DIRECTOR OF INSURANCE
We Can’t Wait to Serve Your Family
Join us for an afternoon of gratitude, great food, and community.
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