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Hey Glendale, hope your week’s off to a good start!

In today’s wallet-friendly edition: F1 Red Bull Showrun, Ronald McDonald House Family Room opening, and Toy Story skate adventure + lots of fun things to do for free.

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📰 In the news

Short-term relief for drivers: ADOT has completed improvements near Loop 303 and US 60 in Surprise, adding turn lanes to 163rd Avenue and widening an off-ramp to ease traffic for West Valley commuters — get all the details.

Peaceful refuge for families: Glendale’s Banner Children’s at Thunderbird has opened the Valley’s first Ronald McDonald House Family Room. It offers a lounge, kitchenette, laundry, and lactation room, open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m — see features and future plans.

High-octane cross-sport spectacle: F1 and Red Bull Racing will bring the Red Bull Showrun to downtown Phoenix on Saturday, March 14 outside the Suns and D-backs stadiums, giving Glendale fans an immersive experience — 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.

Highlights this week:

• Play casual pickleball at Heroes Park
• Join a Toy Story skate adventure
• Laugh along with Neil Simon’s Plaza Suite

🫶 We got your back

Lunch hero unlocked: Whether you’re craving a Chicago Italian Beef or a cold-cut classic with house-made creamy garlic mayo, That Place Subs and Salads slices meats and veggies fresh each morning, then piles everything on soft rolls from a local bakery. Consider it an easy midweek lunch upgrade.

Peacocks and picnic vibes: Find a low-key reset at Sahuaro Ranch Park; pack a snack, stroll past historic ranch buildings, watch peacocks strut, and let the dog burn energy in the off-leash area. It feels like a neighborhood hangout with a quietly beautiful slice of Glendale history.

Treasure hunt, upgraded: When nostalgia kicks in, Retro Exchange delivers shelves of vintage and modern toys, video games, and action figures, guided by a crew who genuinely knows their stuff. Great for a quick dopamine stroll or uncovering that missing piece you swore Mom tossed decades ago.

Why your last diet didn’t work: Sustained weight loss is nearly impossible with diet alone. Your body literally fights back by making you hungrier the moment you start restricting calories. That’s why more doctors are recommending GLP-1s. The best part? Getting them has never been easier. We compared three programs to help you find the right fit. See which ones stood out →

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📆 Free events worth checking out

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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.

👶 Baby Steps @ Sunrise Mountain Branch Library (Peoria) | Wednesday (3/11) at 10:15 AM – Baby Steps is easing into Sunrise Mountain Library with songs, giggles, and early literacy tricks for the 0 to 24 months crowd. It is basically a playdate with a reading plan, and tickets are first come, handed out the morning of. Bring coffee, not expectations.

🥁 Drumming for Wellness @ Peoria Public Library | Thursday (3/12) at 5:00 PM – Whether you are a retired rocker or a steering-wheel drummer, this free 12-week community drumming series invites you to trade stress for rhythm. Led by Folade, it is inclusive, multigenerational, and easier on knees than pickleball. Sign up to save a spot: signup.com/go/fOToCcX.

🐶 March Weenie Meetup @ Saguaro Ranch Park | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 AM – If you’ve been craving a parade of lowrider pups, the weenie dog meetup is taking over the park. Expect wagging, snouts, and new stickers, naturally. When you need a breather from the cuteness, wander to the folk festival, nod appreciatively, return for more belly rubs.

🐝 Native Plants for Desert Pollinators @ SummerWinds Nursery | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Think your yard is full sun, or full punishment? This free Glendale class spotlights native, desert-adapted plants that like the Valley of the Sun, to draw hummingbirds, butterflies, and native bees, with simple year-round support, plus container ideas. No registration, limited seating, so arrive early.

📅 2nd Saturdays @ The Monastery (Peoria) | Saturday (3/14) at 4:00 PM – On Second Saturdays Oct through April, Downtown Peoria throws a free, family-friendly blend of local art, live music, and artisan vendors along 83rd Ave between The Monastery and Axiom. Stroll the Arts District, try a hands-on activity, and bump into neighbors you actually like.

🥕 Community Farmers Market/Artisan Craft Show/Foodie Festival @ Mountain Vista Club (Peoria) | Sunday (3/15) at 10:00 AM – Third Sunday tradition alert, North Peoria’s Season 8 market is back bigger than your HOA yard sale. Expect 100+ vendors, farm-fresh goods, artisan crafts, food trucks, live music, and a petting zoo. Open to the public and pets, with free entry, parking, and samples.

🛍 Vistancia Community Market @ The Village At Vistancia (Peoria) | Sunday (3/15) at 10:00 AM – Take a lap through Vistancia’s community market, open to everyone and pet friendly. Expect 100+ vendors, produce, crafts, food trucks, live music, and a new petting zoo. Bring the dog, the kids, and your bags, then pretend the bread was “homemade.”

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

📻 Glendale report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 78°F – Low: 54°F – Precip: 9%

Sunny, with a high near 78. West southwest wind 0 to 10 mph. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 54. Southwest wind 0 to 10 mph.

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Tomorrow – High: 84°F – Low: 58°F – Precip: 0%

Sunny, with a high near 84. South southeast wind 0 to 5 mph. Later: Clear, with a low around 58. West northwest wind 0 to 5 mph.

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