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Hey Glendale, hope your week’s off to a good start! Drone art show, Deseret Industries treasure finds, witches, wizards and the music of Harry Potter, and more. Let’s get to it!
— Cait Baker
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📰 In the news
Treasure hunting made easy: Glendale’s Deseret Industries keeps bargain hunters coming from across Arizona with a massive, well organized layout, bright lighting, and budget friendly finds, including high end brands at low prices — see how it’s organized and priced.
Connecting students to local careers: ASU has launched the Center for Local Government Education and Innovation, led by former Peoria City Manager Jeff Tyne, to train public leaders and support Glendale and West Valley communities — read the full story.
Focus on rural infrastructure: Greater Arizona Development Authority recently appointed Jessi Pederson as director, a Glendale leader credited with $100 million in downtown investment, retaining Fortune 500 employers, and $2 billion in projects underway — read about her appointment.
Collaboration fueling generational wealth: The Black Chamber of Arizona announced the Arizona Impact Center at a Glendale gala. The hub will open in a historic Frank Lloyd Wright building, supporting entrepreneurs and inclusive growth — read the full story.
Gold & silver are hot: Last year was gold’s best year since 1979. Silver did even better, climbing nearly 150%… and analysts expect the momentum to continue. Curious about precious metal investing? GoldCo has a helpful guide that covers everything you need to know. It’s free — and definitely worth a read.
An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial walk-in-the-door fee to x-rays, surgery, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could save thousands on your next vet bill with Lemonade.
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.
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🫶 We got your back
Lockhart-inspired design and smokers: Caldwell County BBQ, a Gilbert-born Texas-style smokehouse, is set to open soon in downtown Peoria, just minutes from Glendale. Expect signature brisket, southwestern sides, and cold drinks. The first 15 customers will score a $50 gift card at the new 4,800-square-foot spot. Get all the details.
Your neighbors are Googling you: It’s uncomfortable but true — employers, new friends, even other parents at school pickup search names all the time. If something negative, outdated, or misleading shows up first, it can shape opinions before you ever meet. BetterReputation helps push down unwanted search results so your first impression actually reflects who you are today. And if it’s someone you care about, you can help them too.
New era for family support: Arizona Autism United announced the opening of North Valley Center in Glendale. The site will provide autism evaluations, therapies, and resources, aims to cut wait times by about 50 percent in the first year, help over 1,000 families, train future clinicians, and is the first of its kind in Arizona. Read about services and impact.
Gold is having a moment: Between inflation headlines, market swings, and growing global uncertainty, precious metals are (again) in the spotlight. American Hartford is currently offering up to $25,000 in free silver when you open a qualified account. They’ll also help you set up a penalty-free gold IRA with a lowest price guarantee, no buyback fees, and 7-day price protection.
Your neighborhood music fix: From the humidified guitar room to ukes, keys, drums, and all the little extras (reeds, picks, stands), Musical Surprise keeps you playing with the right gear. Count on friendly help, quick in-house string fixes, and a shop that feels local but stocks what you actually need.
A second opinion never hurts: Not every financial advisor is the right fit, and it’s okay to explore your options. Unbiased matches you with an advisor based on your personal situation, giving you a chance to ask questions in a free, no-pressure conversation to see if the fit makes sense. No obligation — just helpful advice.
Slurp-worthy comfort bowls: Slow-simmered broth, customizable cuts (yes, even oxtail), and bright herbs put Pho Avina on your weeknight shortlist. Pair a steaming bowl with milk tea or shaved snow, and dinner plus dessert is handled in one stop… comforting, quick, and just indulgent enough.
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📆 Around town this week
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This week
💖 Pinkalicious @ Arizona Broadway Theatre | Wednesday (2/11) at 10:00 AM – ABT serves up Pinkalicious the Musical, based on the hit book, where a cupcake-obsessed kid learns what happens when you go all in on pink. Bring the kids, grandkids, and your inner sweet tooth, no sugar crash or glitter cleanup required.
✏ Art Sketching Tour: City Hall @ Arts HQ | Thursday (2/12) at 9:00 AM – Cooler mornings call for a sketchbook, a shady bench, and City Hall’s surprisingly photogenic angles. Join a laid-back sketching tour that wanders the public art and courtyards, all levels welcome, BYO pencils, and trade bureaucratic lines for actual lines. Low pressure, high civics.
🌈 Shine On Floyd @ Desert Diamond West Valley Resort and Casino | Thursday (2/12) at 7:00 PM – Think you remember Wish You Were Here? Shine On Floyd does a free Pink Floyd tribute at Desert Diamond West Valley, just grab a free Desert Diamond Rewards Card and enjoy lights, singers, the circle screen, and hits from Animals, The Wall, and Dark Side.
This weekend
🍝 Handmade Pasta @ North Italia | Saturday (2/14) – Valentine’s Day calls for handmade pasta, a 3-course prix-fixe, and cheers-worthy cocktails. Reserve a table, linger over house favorites and brand-new specials, and let someone else handle the dishes, because nothing says romance like carbs, conversation, and a well-made Negroni.
✂ Craft Fair @ Sunrise Mountain High School | Saturday (2/14) at 1:00 AM – Think classic craft fair vibes, the kind where you actually meet the maker, sniff the candles, and find a gift that isn’t from aisle seven. Expect handmade goods, local artisans, and zero spammy DMs. Bring cash, curiosity, and your reusable tote.
♿ Walk n’ Roll for Inclusion @ DreamCatcher Park | Sunday (2/15) at 11:00 AM – If you’ve been waiting for a sign to do some good without running a marathon, here it is. Walk n’ Roll for Inclusion needs experienced volunteers, ladder 2+, the comfy-shoes, clipboard-wielding kind to guide routes, cheer neighbors of all abilities, and keep things rolling.
✨ Witches, Wizards and the Music of Harry Potter @ The Vista Center for the Arts | Sunday (2/15) at 3:00 PM – An orchestra is summoning the magic of Harry Potter, from John Williams’s goosebump-inducing themes to later saga highlights. Expect lush strings, flying nostalgia, and zero CGI. Bring the kids if you must, or treat yourself to a grown-up night of wizardry, butterbeer not required.
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📻 Glendale report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 79°F – Low: 61°F – Precip: 7%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 79. East southeast wind 0 to 5 mph. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 61. South southeast wind 0 to 5 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 76°F – Low: 55°F – Precip: 8%
Mostly cloudy, with a high near 76. South wind 0 to 5 mph. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 55. West wind 0 to 5 mph.
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we genuinely think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week:
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