Earnhardt location welcomes you to Winter Wonderland

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Don’t miss Winter Wonderland, the festive annual holiday celebration hosted by Earnhardt Queen Creek Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram. It all happens at the dealership on Wednesday and Thursday, December 13 and 14 from 4 to 7 p.m.

The event is a favorite in the local community, and this year promises to be even bigger and better. It’s all free, so take a mid-week break and head on out to Earnhardt Queen Creek Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram!

Bring the kids for a visit and free photos with Santa. Other holiday fun includes hot cocoa, snacks, free arts and crafts stations for the kids, train rides and inflatables including a maze. If you still need some holiday gifts, check out the vendor market for unique, one-of-a-kind gifts. There might even be some snow!

Earnhardt Queen Creek Rodeo Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram is located in Queen Creek at 35747 N Ellsworth Road. Bring the whole family for a great time that’s sure to get you into the holiday spirit!

Founder Tex Earnhardt first started Earnhardt Auto Centers in 1951 with a Chandler-based Ford franchise. At age 21, he was the youngest-ever Ford franchise owner. The company expanded and opened more locations over the years, with Tex at the head. Tex’s straight-shooting style and famous catchphrase, “That ain’t no bull,” endeared him to generations of Arizonans.

Now, Earnhardt Auto Centers represents 15 brands at 17 dealerships around the Valley. Tex’s sons and grandchildren joined him in the business, making it a true, local family business. Tex stayed active in Earnhardt Auto Centers operations until he passed away in 2020 at the age of 89.

Make Winter Wonderland at Earnhardt Queen Creek Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram a part of your holiday festivities. The entire family will have a great time, and that ain’t no bull!

Carolyn Sostrom

Carolyn Sostrom is a long-time Arizona resident who loves desert sunsets, warm weather, Zumba, and the Western lifestyle. She attended Saguaro High School in Scottsdale and then Arizona State University, earning a bachelor’s degree in journalism. Similarly to the protagonist in *The Devil Wears Prada*, Carolyn moved to New York City right after college. She started working for the fashion magazine company Conde Nast but never transitioned to the dark side. After a few years, she left New York in the rearview mirror and returned to her home state, taking a reporter job at the *Apache Junction Independent*. With over 30 years of freelance writing experience, Carolyn especially enjoys writing about community events and profiling individuals who are making a difference in their communities. She had the pleasure of interviewing a variety of cowboy personalities for an article she wrote for the *Scottsdale Independent* about the history of DC Ranch and its roots as a working ranch. Now, her Western adventures with CLN have her diving into the rugged automotive scene, exploring the trucks and rigs cowboys rely on for work, home, and play, a niche where grit meets horsepower. She works at Raising Special Kids, a nonprofit resource center for families of children with disabilities and special healthcare needs. Carolyn also volunteers with the Autism Society of Greater Phoenix. Carolyn believes that everyone has a story, and she loves connecting with others to hear their stories. She’s dedicated to ethical journalism and accurate reporting, which shines through in her storytelling.