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Happy weekend, Glendale!
In today’s happening-today edition: Gold and silver’s momentum, a Snoopy skate with prizes, and a BBQ sunset dinner cruise + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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📰 In the news
Inside a logistics acquisition: An unofficial Maricopa County affidavit listed AAA Cooper buying a West Phoenix freight site for $29 million, a former FedEx Freight Priority terminal near I-10, just minutes from Glendale — see property and buyer details.
Arizona icon’s volcanic origins: Picacho Peak State Park, an I-10 drive from Glendale, towers over Sonoran Desert and tests hikers on Hunter Trail with cabled sections. Poppies and lupine may bloom when conditions cooperate — get the trail and geology details.
Clues to watershed change: SRP measured snowpack from Flagstaff to Payson, using snow water readings to gauge spring runoff into Valley reservoirs and guide releases that will shape the water supply for millions — see how data guides reservoir releases.
Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why they’re back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.
Someone Googled you this week: Whether you’re dating again, selling something locally, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up. Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are. Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you (or someone you care about) to clean up all that up – learn more here.
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🫶 We got your back
Brighten your stroll: Rising Together paints a hopeful, community-made story downtown, with hummingbirds, bougainvillea, a paper plane, and a cameo from Ollie the therapy dog. It’s a five-minute pause that resets your mood and reminds you good things are growing here.
Stash upgrade, incoming: With walls of color, thoughtful notions, and a refreshingly no‑nonsense vibe, The Yarnmonger is where you refresh your stash and actually cast on. Expect quality yarns and tools, plus friendly help that nudges you from “someday” to “finished.” Consider it the perfect push for this week’s stitches.
Neighborhood pint stop: With 16 rotating taps pouring Arizona standouts and crafty surprises, this spot nails the casual, bring-your-own-food vibe. Cactus Taproom is ideal for a low-key weeknight hang or weekend catch-up. Plus, the bottle shop lets you try something new now and save a favorite for later.
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📆 Around town today & tomorrow
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♀ 26th Annual Women’s Day Out Expo @ Glendale Civic Center | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – Glendale Civic Center turns into a one-stop spree at the West Valley Women’s Day Out Expo, with local boutiques, beauty, wellness, and home finds under one roof. Bring your wallet, comfy shoes, and that friend who calls shopping cardio, then discover something fab and useful.
⛸ Snoopy Skate @ Great Skate | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – Glendale’s Great Skate is going full Peanuts, so dust off your quads and your inner eight-year-old. Meet Snoopy, flex your cartoon trivia, and win prizes, then strut a Lucy or Linus look in the costume contest. Tickets are cheap, online is cheaper.
🎓 Soldiers Best Friend Graduation @ Soldier’s Best Friend (Peoria) | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – Not hitting the ride? Catch the spring graduation for Soldier’s Best Friend, where veterans and their service dogs cross the stage, show off hard-earned skills, and soak up applause. You will leave misty-eyed, grateful, and plotting how to spoil every good pup you see.
🌍 New Destiny Multicultural Music Fest @ Peoria Centennial Plaza | Saturday (3/7) at 1:00 PM – Get a world tour of culture and rhythm at Centennial Plaza Park as New Destiny brings the beats, food vendors bring the flavor, and local makers round out the vibe. A family-friendly hang for real community, zero pretense, and maximum toe-tapping. No flights, no fuss.
🐾 Bingo Bash @ Cross Eyed Cricket (Peoria) | Sunday (3/8) at 1:00 PM – Bingo is back at Cross Eyed Cricket, funding wagging tails, vet bills, and second chances. Expect bingo games, raffle prizes, a 50/50, and drink specials, all the makings of an afternoon well spent. Bring your lucky dabber, we’ll supply the good karma.
🍀 St. Patrick’s Day Pet Photo Shoot | Sunday (3/8) at 4:00 PM – St. Patrick’s Day is getting the furry treatment with quick, 10-minute pet photo sessions in Glendale, starting at $30. Expect shamrocks, tiny leprechaun hats, and edited glam shots you can show the kids, your neighbors, and your vet, so grab a spot before they vanish.
🚢 BBQ Sunset Dinner Cruise @ Pleasant Harbor Marina (Peoria) | Sunday (3/8) at 5:00 PM – Trade your backyard grill for a 105-minute sunset cruise on Lake Pleasant, with Butcher Block’s brisket, pulled pork, and sides that earn the carbs, plus mellow tunes and wildlife cameos. Bar is cash only, so hit the ATM, and book at least a day ahead.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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📻 Glendale report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 78°F – Low: 55°F – Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 78. East wind 5 to 10 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 55. Northeast wind around 5 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 87°F – Low: 58°F – Precip: 3%
Sunny, with a high near 87. East wind 5 to 10 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 58. North wind 0 to 5 mph.
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