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Rise and shine, Surprise!
In today’s planning-your-week edition: Formula 1 Red Bull Showrun, an Asian food hub anchored by 99 Ranch Market, and a sunset dinner cruise + all our favorite events happening over the next seven days.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Surprise 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
New upgrades for commuters: ADOT recently finished a $1.8 million project near Loop 303 and US 60 in Surprise, adding turn lanes and widening a southbound off-ramp to ease traffic ahead of long-term improvements — see what changes were made.
Curated destination in West Valley: Construction is underway at Glendale’s Arrowhead Towne Center to turn the former Sears into The Mosaic, an Asian-focused hub anchored by 99 Ranch Market with planned restaurants and bubble tea — get all the details.
Cross-sport buzz on display: Formula 1 and Red Bull Racing will bring a Red Bull Showrun to Downtown Phoenix on March 14, outside the Suns and D-backs venues, with roaring engines and fan-friendly thrills — 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
Where pho solves dinner: When the midweek “what are we eating?” debate hits, Saigon Kitchen delivers comforting pho, crisp starters, and bright, wok-kissed plates that make leftovers exciting. Drop in with friends or go solo, and you’ll leave warm, happy, and already plotting the next bowl.
Fresh stash energy: At Arizona Quilts, stalled projects find momentum, with bolts of color, precuts, kits, threads, and a packed class calendar, plus patient longarm help when you’re over the quilting hump. A fresh fabric pull sets the tone, easy and inspiring.
Neighborhood diner fix: Swap the cereal routine for something satisfying at Richi’s Diner, where classic breakfasts, big-hearted comfort plates, and a few Mediterranean nods from Richi’s roots meet. Friendly, no-fuss vibes make weekday mornings feel less… weekday, and lazy brunches feel downright celebratory.
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.
🖌 Paint Your Pet Portrait @ Conscious Creations Art Studio | Thursday (3/12) at 10:00 AM – Email Shelley a simple pet photo by March 4 at [email protected], then show up to learn acrylic and mixed-media tricks to paint their portrait for the wall they already think they own. Relaxed, hands-on, and way cheaper than commissioning a masterpiece. Just register ahead, $50.
🎾 MS Charity Pickleball Tournament @ Surprise Community Park-Pickle Ball Courts | Friday (3/13) – Nothing says weekend cardio like a sanctioned pickleball throwdown for a good cause. SPA and USAPA are hosting a double-elimination tournament with women’s, men’s, mixed, and senior mixed doubles, all benefiting MS research. Brackets are TBD, which only adds to the suspense, right?
🌸 Ikebana Flower Show @ Arts HQ Gallery | Friday (3/13) at 10:00 AM – This Ikebana show brings more zen than your HOA meeting, filling Arts HQ Gallery in Surprise with 35-plus Japanese arrangements and live demos by certified artists. Free admission, zero pretense, just beauty, quiet company, and the America, the Beautiful exhibit as a patriotic backdrop.
🚗 Ventana Lakes Car Show @ Ventana Lakes Yacht Club (Sun City) | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 AM – Ventana Lakes is rolling out chrome and nostalgia for a car show that earns a lap around the block. Classic beauties, slick modern builds, and enough shine to blind your inner teenager. Catch up with neighbors and gearheads, sip something cold, and judge paint jobs.
✂ Spring Craft & Vendor Market @ Tanger Outlets, Phoenix (Glendale) | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Spring’s here, so let’s wander the Phoenix Spring Craft & Vendor Market, sip something sweet, and pretend we needed another handmade mug. Local makers, seasonal treats, and gift-worthy finds, all in one stroll, which conveniently doubles as cardio, and community support.
🎠Pretty Woman – The Musical @ Arizona Broadway Theatre (Peoria) | Sunday (3/15) at 2:00 PM – Treat yourself to Pretty Woman The Musical at Arizona Broadway Theatre, complete with dinner, wine, and zero downtown parking drama. It is glossy, funny, and packed with 90s nostalgia, the kind you can hum on the drive home. Big laughs, bigger ballads.
🚢 Surf & Turf Sunset Dinner Cruise @ Pleasant Harbor Marina (Peoria) | Sunday (3/15) at 5:00 PM – Cast off on a sunset dinner cruise with a Butcher Block buffet of peppercorn prime rib, marinated shrimp, and potatoes au gratin that could broker family peace. Mellow tunes, wildlife cameos, and a cash-only bar await, so bring bills, reserve early, and gloat quietly.
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“» Surprise report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 81°F – Low: 56°F – Precip: 61%
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 southwest 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 56. West 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: 76°F – Low: 52°F – Precip: 22%
A slight chance of rain showers before 11am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 76. West southwest wind 0 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 52. West wind 0 to 10 mph.
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