Neighbor’s Pantry food distribution, dive-in movie screening of Moana 2, introspective breathwork and chromatic sound bath, and more. 
Happy Friday, Gilbert. You know the drill – grab your coffee (or whatever you sip in the morning), kick back, and let Gilbert Brief serve up everything you need to know for the weekend ahead.
📰 In the news
Local happenings: ASU led hubs mapping offline areas, a California comfort food chain debuting in Tempe’s innovation district, and dozens of cats and dogs awaiting adoption — catch up here.
State-level stories: Ninth Circuit revives Gila River wells, Read On Arizona launches 2030 literacy plan for third graders, and energy-hungry data centers spur utility rate reforms — see what else is brewing.
National headlines: The Social Security Administration sticks with paper checks, teen phone usage linked to anxiety, and unresolved vehicle recalls — peruse the best of the rest.
Highlights this week
- Support Carvin’s Cancer Benefit at Local Legends
- Play Benefit Bingo for big breed rescues
- Kids explore wildlife careers at summer camp
- Meet Lehi Elementary teachers and snag freebies
- Got debt? National can help you cut ties
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Money: Life’s full of sneaky plot twists, like your car’s ominous clunk right after payday when your account’s already on life support. Learn how to build an emergency fund that gives you a cash cushion so surprise bills never steal the show.
Tunes: Ready to ditch the same old playlist and feel the bass thump through your chest? From up-and-coming indie acts to surprise cover bands that’ll have you singing into your drink, O.H.S.O. Brewery turns every night into a front-row spectacle. Earplugs optional, good vibes guaranteed.
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📆 Around town this weekend
All events are subject to change without notice. This is entirey outside our control. Please check official event pages and social media for the most up to date information.
Today
🥕 Neighbor’s Pantry Food Distribution @ United Food Bank Volunteer Center | Friday (7/25) at 8:00am – Early riser? Good. Swing by for fresh produce, tasty bakery grabs, and pantry staples—all free, no questions asked. Just bring your state ID, pop in, and stock up. Food security has never been this easy (or this neighborly).
🎬 Dive-In Movie: Moana 2 @ Mesquite Aquatic Center | Friday (7/25) at 7:00pm – Mesquite Aquatic Center is going full island vibe with a free dive-in screening of Moana 2. Grab your favorite floatie, brush up on those catchy tunes, and chill under the stars with the family, just don’t blame me for the earworm you bring home.
This weekend
🎈 Grand Opening | Saturday (7/26) at 11:00am – Need another reason to dust off your boots? The Chaha’oh’s grand opening is your excuse to explore a one-stop shop for modern Dine’ needs. Expect frybread, handcrafted goods, and the kind of community vibes that remind you why you never left.
💡 GLOasis @ Sip & Shop Boutique & Bar | Saturday (7/26) at 1:00pm – Gloasis is turning your afternoon at Sip and Shop into a skincare playground where you’ll learn to whip up a custom glow trio alongside two local pros, sip a glittery GloRita, and browse 50 makers. Because adulting needs a little shimmer.
✨ Magic of a Wish @ FUSE Performing Arts Center | Sunday (7/27) at 12:00pm – If you’re tired of melting in the backyard sprinkler, this heartwarming stage show tosses you into a fairytale filled with singing, dancing, and princess high-fives in air-conditioned comfort. Grab your camera, meet & greet the characters, then watch the kids believe wishes come true.
🧘 Introspective Breathwork and Chromatic Sound Bath | Sunday (7/27) at 5:30pm – If you’re over wondering why your shoulders live around your ears, come release what’s cramping your style with circular breathwork, then melt into a chromatic sound bath that’ll have your nervous system sending a thank-you note. Limited to six spots, fifty bucks.
🎤 The Word Alive @ The Nile | Sunday (7/27) at 6:00pm – Sunday night at The Nile means thrashing guitars, a pit that doubles as group therapy, and a rare chance to shout along without judgment. The Word Alive brings TX2 and UNWELL to prove midlife crises can include mosh pits. Ear plugs optional.
Next week
🦇 The Aquabats @ Marquee Theatre | Monday (7/28) at 7:00pm – Skip the couch, dust off those dancing shoes, and dive headlong into The Aquabats! with support from Koffin Kats, Mike V, and the Rats, standing-room only with a 21-plus balcony option if you still value legroom. No seats, no refunds, just pure skankable chaos.
🍦 Ice Cream with a Cop @ Stella’s Ice Cream | Tuesday (7/29) at 12:00pm – What’s cooler than free ice cream? Getting the scoop straight from your local Gilbert officers—minus the flashing lights. Chill with cops, chat about community stuff, and walk away with both a cone and some good vibes.
👩🏫 Meet the Teacher Night | Tuesday (7/29) at 4:00pm – Think your kid’s ready for school? Roll into Lehi Elementary’s Meet the Teacher Night for free uniforms, books, and first-come haircut vouchers, all under one cheerful roof. Local vendors will bribe you with prizes and goodies, while teachers unveil fresh, collaborative classroom digs.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
🎶 Live music & entertainment
- 7/25 David Lucas @ Tempe Improv – 7 pm
- 7/25 Sweet Home Alabama @ Casino Arizona – 7:30 pm
- 7/25 Scene Queen @ Nile Theater – 8 pm
- 7/25 Reggae Night @ O.H.S.O. – 8 pm
- 7/26 Dave’s Birthday Bash @ Tap Dragon – 3 pm
- 7/26 2000s Hip Hop Nite @ Marquee Theatre – 9 pm
- 7/27 Chad Thornsberry @ Tempe Improv – 6 pm
- 7/27 idobi Radio Summer School @ Marquee Theatre – 7:30 pm
- 7/27 The Rose @ Mullett Arena – 8 pm
Price is right – Gilbert edition
How it works: We’re going to give you some facts about a home for sale, including a picture of the outside, the kitchen, and one additional room. Your job? Guess how much it’s listed for (preferably before you click to find out).
*This 👇 could be your listing. Hit us up if you’ve got a home (or 12) to sell.
Listed by: Aleksandar Eremija (ProSmart Realty)
A modern farmhouse with a playful streak, this cul-de-sac charmer was completely overhauled by its owner-contractor, who left no corner untouched. The grounds are a mini homestead, complete with gardens, shady trees, a chicken coop, and a refreshing play pool wrapped in covered patios and a built-in BBQ.
The detached garage is more like a clubhouse, air conditioned and massive, with its own office and a private patio overlooking the yard. Every inch radiates pride, from the crisp new finishes to the sunlit spaces inside and out.
Make your guess, then (and only then)… see how much it costs →
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