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Rise and shine, Glendale!
In today’s planning-your-week edition: The Mosaic Asian food hub, bone marrow tacos at Santo Agave, and a Disney Villains skate night + all our favorite events happening over the next seven days.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Glendale protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.
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đź“° In the news
West Valley retail makeover: Construction is underway at Glendale’s former Sears in Arrowhead Towne Center, creating The Mosaic, an Asian food hub anchored by 99 Ranch with specialty shops, restaurants, and bubble tea — see what’s planned for The Mosaic.
Raw bar and Jalisco touches: Santo Agave has opened at Park West in nearby Peoria, bringing elevated Mexican flavors like Sinaloa-style seafood, bone marrow tacos, and a dramatic sub-zero dessert served tableside by Harkins Theatres — explore the menu highlights.
Legal step toward industrial growth: Glendale approved annexing 48 acres on the west side for a Sarival logistics project near Loop 303, paving the way for large warehouses, while more hearings and permits loom — read the full story.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
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🏆 Gold and silver are heating up
Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold
Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.
While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.
If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.
It’s free and worth reading before the next move.
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🫶 We got your back
Weeknight pho upgrade: When comfort calls, Saigon Kitchen nails the steamy-bowl-to-smile ratio, with rich broths, snappy herbs, and a menu that slides from banh mi to garlicky noodles. It’s the reliable neighborhood fix you keep in your back pocket for quick, soul-warming dinners.
Stash refresh, stat: Arizona Quilts stocks bolts that spark ideas, plus precuts, patterns, notions, and a class calendar for stitching in good company. They also provide expert longarm quilting to finish those projects you promised yourself last fall.
Craving a true diner? Peoria Cafe hits the comfort-food sweet spot with fluffy pancakes, classic omelets, and neighborly coffee that somehow tastes better mid-chat. For a low-key breakfast or easy lunch, this relaxed neighborhood standby quietly becomes a habit.
What doctors wish every 65+ adult had at home: Physicians call it “long-lie,” and it’s the real reason falls are so dangerous for older adults. It’s not a broken bone… it’s lying on the floor for hours waiting for someone to notice. We dug into the options that actually solve this problem, and one stood out. See which one →
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📆 Our favorite events this week
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🏠Home & Health Show @ Briarwood Country Club (Sun City West) | Tuesday (3/10) at 9:00 AM – If your to-do list and your step count both need a boost, the Sun City West Home & Health Show has you covered. Browse upgrades, sample wellness goodies, enjoy live music, and snag vendor giveaways, then call it self-care, home improvement, and a social outing.
🇮 Festa Italiana @ Royal Oaks Auditorium (Sun City) | Tuesday (3/10) at 4:30 PM – Sun City’s Rotary is serving a three-course spaghetti spread made on site, with chunky meatballs, sumptuous starters, and tempting desserts. Tea and flavored water included, wine, beer, and soda at the ready. Bring appetite, leave with stories, and maybe a sauce stain.
🎨 Paint Your Pet Portrait @ Conscious Creations Art Studio (Surprise) | Thursday (3/12) at 10:00 AM – Email Shelley a simple photo of your pet ahead, then come paint their portrait with acrylics and mixed media. It is low key, surprisingly soothing, and you might hang the result. Register in advance, and send the good photo, not the blurry zoom.
🎾 MS Charity Pickleball Tournament @ Center Court Pickleball Club | Friday (3/13) at 8:00 AM – Whether you live in the kitchen or still call it mini tennis, the MS Charity Pickleball Tournament at Center Court Pickleball Club in Glendale turns your dinks and laughs into real support. Bring a trusty paddle, the neighbor with the knee brace, and good banter.
🚗 Ventana Lakes Car Show @ Ventana Yacht Club (Sun City) | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 AM – If you’ve been itching to ogle chrome without a sales pitch, the Ventana Lakes car show delivers. Classics, muscle, and slick modern builds, plus gearheads who know patina from neglect. Shiny paint, friendly ribbing, and time to actually talk cars, not shout over a DJ.
🛍 Spring Craft & Vendor Market @ Tanger Outlets Phoenix | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Whether you’re dodging the pollen or chasing patio weather, this spring craft and vendor market brings local makers, seasonal treats, and gifts that don’t scream airport souvenir. Stroll the booths, sip something sweet, and upgrade your hostess stash, your patio, and maybe your mood.
🎨 SWAC Art Show @ Palm Ridge Recreation Center (Sun City West) | Sunday (3/15) at 10:00 AM – Ready to trade pickleball for paintbrushes? Sun West Art Club’s annual show takes over Palm Ridge Rec Center with member-made paintings, pottery, and mixed media, the kind you actually want on your walls. Stroll, chat with your talented neighbors, maybe take home a new favorite.
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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đź“» Glendale report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 81°F – Low: 57°F – Precip: 63%
A slight chance of rain showers between 3pm and 5pm, then showers and thunderstorms likely. Sunny. High near 81, with temperatures falling to around 78 in the afternoon. West wind 0 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: Showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 57. South southwest wind 0 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
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Tomorrow – High: 75°F – Low: 54°F – Precip: 22%
A slight chance of rain showers before 11am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 75. Southwest wind 0 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 54. West wind 0 to 10 mph.
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