Community Impact Series with First Things First

We're hosting First Things First, Arizona's early childhood agency. It was created directly by Arizona voters to give every child the chance to arrive at kindergarten healthy and ready to succeed. It funds quality child care and preschool, early literacy, and family support for children from birth to age 5, and it does this community by community, with local volunteer councils deciding how the funds are invested where they live. It's a genuinely local approach to giving Arizona's youngest kids a strong

Holiday Booking Special!

Swing on by September 19 or September 24 to see the exciting progress on our remodel and start planning your holiday event! I’d love to give you a personal tour of FatCats Gilbert, show you what’s new, and answer any questions you have about hosting your holiday celebration with us. We’ll have soft drinks, banquet samplings, and complimentary arcade cards for up to 6 guests—so bring your team or family and come have some fun while you plan! Holiday Booking Special! Book a banquet event for 25 or more

Bob Hicken Memorial 5k

The Bob Hicken Memorial 5k Join us for the inaugural Bob Hicken 5K Memorial Run, a special community event honoring Bob Hicken's life, legacy, and impact on Gilbert. This event is about more than crossing a finish line. It’s about bringing people together, families, friends, athletes, local businesses, and our community for a morning of movement, connection, and celebration in Bob’s memory. Whether you're chasing a personal best, walking with your family, running alongside friends, or simply coming out to

What Respite Care Actually Looks Like for a Busy Gilbert Family

What Respite Care Actually Looks Like for a Busy Gilbert Family It often starts with a simple favor. “Can you stop by Mom’s on your way home?” Then it becomes picking up groceries, checking medications, driving to appointments, making dinner and calling before bed to make sure everything is okay. For many families caring for an aging parent, caregiving doesn’t arrive with an official starting date. It simply becomes part of everyday life often alongside work, children, relationships and everything else

Meet Your Civil Discourse Workshop Facilitator: Ben Cooper

Meet Your Civil Discourse Workshop Facilitator: Ben Cooper   Great conversations don't happen by accident—they happen when people have the tools to listen, understand, and engage with respect. That's why we're excited to introduce the facilitator for our upcoming Civil Discourse Workshop: Ben Cooper. Ben serves as the Managing Director of Watts Gwilliam & Company and is the previousChairman of Gilbert Talks, where he is committed to strengthening our community through respectful dialogue. His

Nicole Anne Holistic Wellness Announces FREE “Sedona Soul Stretch” Yin Yoga Event at Casa Sedona Boutique Hotel and Restaurant

Nicole Anne Holistic Wellness is excited to announce The Sedona Soul Stretch, a free one-hour group Yin Yoga experience taking place on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, at 10:00 AM at Casa Sedona Boutique Hotel and Restaurant in Sedona, Arizona. Led by Rebekah Bush, this outdoor community wellness event is designed to give participants an opportunity to slow down, stretch, breathe, and restore while surrounded by the natural beauty and peaceful energy of Sedona. The event is free and open to the public,

Career Focused Micro Credentials at CGCC

America at 250

Sept. 30 at 5:30 p.m.Mullett ArenaRegistration is free! Register HERE

Trunk or Treat

Saturday, October 24th 10am to 1pm Please join us at FatCats Gilbert for our Annual Halloween Event. There will be Game, Crafts and Trick or Treats!   We are looking for local business who want to connect with families in our area and bring a morning of treats and fun to kids... big and small!  This will be a great opportunity to promote your business and connect in the community. Call to reserve your space!   Laura - 480-498-3325 x401

Harvest in the Heritage District Returns September 25th!

The Harvest in the Heritage District Downtown Fall Celebration returns September 25 – November 1, 2026 with an expanded lineup of activations designed to draw visitors into the Heritage District all season long. Stay up to date on this year's offerings by visiting www.harvestinthehd.com.  We’d love to feature Heritage District merchants as part of the celebration! Ways to ParticipateSeasonal Specials, Promotions, and Events: Share your fall‑themed flavors, promotions, and events, and we’ll feature them

Ribbon Cutting September 17 4 Pm

The Arizona Roofer will be having a Ribbon Cutting at the Gilbert Chamber on September 17 at 4 pm.  We will be having food, music and raffle prizes. Please RSVP by clicking on the link below, We hope to see you there.  ?https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1998022707704?aff=oddtdtcreator  

When Work and Caring for an Aging Parent Collide

When Work and Caring for an Aging Parent Collide There is a kind of workday no one sees. You may spend the morning answering emails, leading a meeting, or taking care of customers. But between those responsibilities, you are also checking whether Dad took his medication, calling the pharmacy, confirming tomorrow’s appointment, and wondering if there is enough food in his refrigerator. Then the workday ends, and the second shift begins. You drive across Tempe to bring dinner. You stop at the store on the

August is Wellness Month — and here's what wellness actually means.

For many people, wellness has become another checklist: more sleep, more movement, more discipline. But real wellness isn't about doing more. It's about understanding how your body actually works. Your nervous system is constantly receiving information — from your breathing, your movement, your environment, your stress load, your sleep. Based on that input, it's making decisions about how your body functions, how clearly you think, how you respond to challenges. When your nervous system is

15th Annual Ross Farnsworth-East Valley YMCA Golf Tournament presented by Westar Environmental

The 15th Annual Ross Farnsworth-East Valley YMCA Golf Tournament presented by Westar Environmental will be held on Monday, September 21st at Seville Golf and Country Club. All the proceeds from the golf tournament will go right to helping lower-income families have access to the programs that the YMCA has to offer. Please consider being a sponsor today!

You’re Running a Business and Caring for a Parent. Something Has to Give.

You’re Running a Business and Caring for a Parent. Something Has to Give. It often starts quietly. You answer a few client emails before work, then call Mom to make sure she ate breakfast. During lunch, you schedule her doctor’s appointment. On the way home, you stop for groceries, pick up a prescription, and check that everything is okay. At first, it feels manageable. You tell yourself it is temporary. Then the responsibilities keep growing. You are running a business, leading a team, meeting

CGCC Coyote Alumni in MLB All-Star Game

CGCC Alumni, Tristan Peters was recently called up to the Chicago White Sox, and not only has he had an outstanding rookie season so far, he was named to the MLB All-Star team! Here is a link to a story that Channel 12 recently shared about him: Instagram Post Tristan Peters"We actually honored Tristan this past Spring when he was in town for Spring Training by displaying his name/number on our outfield wall. He's one of a number of CGCC baseball players that have wound up in the big leagues." - CJ Wurster,

The Fast Track: Connecting Ambition with Innovation

This event gives employers a structured, engaging way to meet top Business and IT students in brief, rotation-style conversations, followed by light refreshments and casual networking. It's a great opportunity for local organizations to recruit talent, offer advice, and raise campus awareness.

Arizona Minuteman Press Franchise Joins President's Club

David Rindfleisch’s success story with Minuteman Press in Gilbert, AZ, is a true example of what consistent growth, community involvement, and dedication to customer service can achieve. Since purchasing the business in May of 2013, Dave has steadily built both his Minuteman Press franchise and reputation within the local community, culminating in his recent induction into the President’s Club after surpassing $1 million in gross sales for the year ending 2025. Through strong networking relationships, a

Elevate East Valley Workforce Hiring Event

In partnership with five other East Valley communities, including Apache Junction, Chandler, Queen Creek, Mesa and Tempe, along with Maricopa County Arizona @ Work we are pleased to invite your organization to participate in the inaugural Elevate East Valley Workforce Hiring Event, taking place on Tuesday, September 29th, at the Mesa Convention Center.   This regional event will bring together employers and job seekers from across the East Valley, creating a unique opportunity to connect directly with a

SEPTEMBER EVENTS AND PROGRAMS AT HD SOUTH

 For Immediate ReleaseContact Denise Lopez(480) 926-1577  HD SOUTH-HOME OF THE GILBERT HISTORICAL MUSEUMEVENTS AND PROGRAMSSeptember 2026  Gilbert, AZ (July 25, 2026) – HD SOUTH, Home of the Gilbert Historical Museum, is the East Valley’s arts, culture, & history center and offers a series of exciting and informative programs for people of all ages. These programs are led by artists, historians, storytellers, health and wellness specialists, botanists, and scientists; experts in their field who share

Invitation to Our Workshop

Civil Discourse WorkshopSept. Thursdays, 6:30-8:30 P.M.   Reserve Your Spot Today!Kindness. Understanding. Respect. Empathy.A four-session workshop series about civil discourse We’re excited to invite you to participate in an upcoming Civil Discourse workshop series hosted by Gilbert Talks! The program features four facilitated in-person sessions that follow a professionally developed curriculum covering civil communication, empathy, bias, ethics, online interactions, and more. We are confident that

Civic Discourse Workshops

CIVIL DISCOURSE WORKSHOPSRESERVE YOUR SEAT TODAY!   Like many of you, we have witnessed a decline in civil discourse at the local, state, and national levels. However, we believe that Gilbert can overcome these challenges and maintain its reputation as one of the country’s most desirable places to live and work.  To that end, Gilbert Talks has developed a workshop series with the support of SRP, Park University, and the Town of Gilbert to enhance our ability to engage in productive conversations with

Vantage West Recognized by Newsweek as Best Regional Credit Union for Fourth Consecutive Year

Vantage West Credit Union is proud to share that we’ve been recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best-In-State Credit Unions for the fourth consecutive year!This recognition is especially meaningful to us as it’s based on independent consumer feedback, evaluating trust, customer service, financial advice, and digital experience.

Doing More Isn't Making You Better

We've all been there. The list is long, the calendar is packed, and somewhere in the back of your mind you're telling yourself — just get through this stretch. Then you'll catch up. Then you'll breathe. So you take on a little more. And a little more. And somewhere in there, the work that used to feel sharp starts to feel heavy. Here's what I find fascinating about that — and I say this as someone who spends her days studying how the body handles stress: It isn't a willpower problem. It's a capacity

Southwest Water Leaders Sign MOU to Explore Framework for Interstate Exchanges

Southwest Water Leaders Sign MOU to Explore Framework for Interstate ExchangesCeremony highlights commitment to explore future water supply agreements across state lines Today, the Bureau of Reclamation and agencies in California, Nevada and Arizona signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) at the Claude “Bud” Lewis Carlsbad Desalination Plant to jointly explore new water supply solutions for the Colorado River Basin. The MOU aims to improve long-term water management in the Colorado River Basin by

Dignity Health Mercy Gilbert Medical Center Celebrates 20 Years of Serving the East Valley

GILBERT, Ariz. (June 9, 2026) – Dignity Health Mercy Gilbert Medical Centercommemorated its 20th anniversary with a special celebration on June 5, reflecting on the hospital's remarkable journey with local leaders and community partners.   "Today we mark two decades of service, innovation, and unwavering commitment to the health and well-being of the Gilbert and East Valley communities," said Mario Garner, President of Dignity Health East Valley. "When Mercy Gilbert first opened its doors in 2006,

2026 Mini Retreat Quarterly Experience - Light Breath Work, Meditation, & Sound Healing Sunday Series

Take some time for yourself with Self-Care Sundays! Join us for an immersive wellness experience, featuring transformative light breath work, a guided Yoga Nidra meditation, and sound healing to help you drift into a state of deep, restorative relaxation. We’ll end the day with light refreshments and conversation. Wait, there’s more ZEN!      Higher Hydration Mobile IV & Wellness will also be there offering specially priced vitamin shots and IV drips to keep you feeling your best. Enjoy some Chair

Share Your Summer Specials and 'Cool' Offerings with Discover Gilbert

The Discover Gilbert team is promoting summer specials through two digital passports, encouraging locals to make the most of the season. The Cool Scoop digital pass is returning this summer. Consumers can register for this delightful frozen‑treat adventure via their mobile phone, highlighting the coolest spots in town to beat the heat. The Cool Scoop will expand this year to include other options for ‘staying cool’ including listings for indoor attractions and experiences. The Shop Gilbert pass will also be

Self-Help Autobiography Published

Excited to announce the publication of my first self-help autobiography! Click here to view the book! 

SRP Increases Heat Relief Funding for Arizona Communities

SRP Increases Heat Relief Funding for Arizona CommunitiesFunding will support cooling centers, HVAC assistance and outreach for vulnerable communities  Salt River Project (SRP) today announced it will more than double its investment in heat resiliency efforts across central Arizona.    With $1.3 million in funding to local nonprofits and community organizations, SRP will directly impact its customers by increasing its support for HVAC repair or replacement programs. The funding will also help deliver

ABC News features GAC/GACF

The Advocacy Center/Foundation was featured on ABC 15 news.  "Kathy Tilque, president of the Gilbert Advocacy Center Foundation, said she is a survivor herself and knows firsthand how hard it can be for victims of violence to ask for help."  Read the full article, " Gilbert's first-ever advocacy center will help survivors of violence navigate trauma and recovery" here.

SRP Announces 3,000 MW Solar Agreement with NextEra Energy Resources

SRP Announces 3,000 MW Solar Agreement with NextEra Energy Resources Salt River Project (SRP) today announced an agreement with NextEra Energy Resources to develop 3,000 megawatts (MW) of new solar generation by the end of 2034, or enough capacity to power 595,000 Arizona homes.   The solar development agreement will support SRP’s plan to more than double the capacity of its power system by 2035 while maintaining reliability and affordability and making continued progress toward its sustainability goals.

The Hidden Pattern Behind Consistent Business Growth

It may have less to do with strategy—and more to do with what you’re reinforcing daily. In business, we often focus on strategy—marketing, networking, systems, and execution. And all of those matter. But something I’ve been noticing, both in business and in practice, is that two people can follow the same strategy… and get very different results. A big part of that comes down to how they’re thinking and what they’re reinforcing day to day. There’s a concept in neuroscience called neuroplasticity, which

April 2026 Mesa Gateway Airport Executive Director's Report

Vice President of Academic Affairs Announcement

Thank you to each of you that participated in our search for CGCC’s next Vice President of Academic Affairs (VPAA), which is a key leader for the CGCC community. As you are aware, this was a competitive national search that resulted in three finalists. The finalist stage of the process included a tour of the Williams campus, faculty forum, staff/community forum, interview with PLC, a one on one interview with the College President and reference checks of each finalist. Robust feedback was received

SRP Board of Directors Approves Temporary Summer Rate Decrease

SRP Board of Directors Approves Temporary Summer Rate Decrease Today, the Salt River Project (SRP) publicly elected Board of Directors approved a temporary overall 3 percent summer price decrease through a reduction in its Fuel and Purchased Power Adjustment Mechanism (FPPAM).  This decrease, which is effective with the May 2026 billing cycle through the October 2026 billing cycle, will provide bill relief to customers during the hottest time of the year.  The average residential customer will experience

Sweet & Savory Society

GILBERT SISTER CITIES YOUTH AMBASSADOR SELECTED FOR INTERNATIONAL YOUTH LEADERSHIP SUMMIT

GILBERT SISTER CITIES YOUTH AMBASSADOR SELECTED FOR INTERNATIONAL YOUTH LEADERSHIP SUMMIT IN WASHINGTON, D.C.- Shandiin Harrison to be First Gilbert Teen to Represent at Event -  GILBERT, ARIZ. (March 4, 2026) — Gilbert Sister Cities announced that 2025 Youth Ambassador Shandiin Harrison has been selected by Sister Cities International to represent Gilbert at the organization’s 2026 Youth Leadership Summit in Washington, D.C., this summer.   “Leadership is not just about finding your own voice; it is

Free Groups for Mental Well-Being

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CGCC's Entrepreneur Speaker Series

All event details are posted here: Entrepreneur Speaker Series on Eventbrite

CGCC Entrepreneurship Center: New Webpage and Resources!

A great new resource that can be found on the new and improved CGCC Entrepreneurship Center webpage! Featuring information about the center but also workshops and available resources we are excited to see the impact that this center can have!https://www.cgc.edu/community/entrepreneurship-center-cgcc

TSA ''ConfirmID'' Program

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport wanted to share the following information that the Transportation Security Administration has provided on the TSA "ConfirmID" program.    Starting February 1, 2026, passengers who do not present an acceptable form of ID (including non-REAL ID compliant state-issued identification) at TSA checkpoints may verify their ID using TSA ConfirmID, TSA’s modernized alternative identity verification option. TSA ConfirmID is a fee-based service designed to enhance security

Caliente Construction in Phoenix Business Journal's 2025-26 Book of Lists

Pro Tips for Picture Perfect Signage in Gilbert

Pro Tips for Picture Perfect Signage in Gilbert Designing a sign for your business in Gilbert’s Heritage District is not just about grabbing attention. It’s about reflecting the district’s blend of old-town charm and modern vibrance. Each sign contributes to the area’s personality, so getting the details right helps your brand fit beautifully into Gilbert’s historic and creative atmosphere. The location of your business within the Heritage District can significantly influence sign requirements and