Friday, April 11th, 2025

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Good morning, Gilbert. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Gilbert public-safety personnel from Fire and Rescue, Police Department, and park rangers will host a free community fishing event this Saturday from 8-11 a.m. at Gilbert Regional Park’s lake. The event partners with Arizona Game and Fish to offer fishing poles for check out, bait, light snacks, and guidance — all anglers age 10 and older must show a valid license — while supplies last. Gilbert Independent
- ➤ Independent Newsmedia is working with the Arizona Rattlers to donate part of the ticket sales from their June 14 game against the Tucson Sugar Skulls to local journalism. The game starts at 6:05 p.m. at Desert Diamond Arena — 9400 W. Maryland Ave. — in Glendale as the Rattlers defend their championship title. Gilbert Independent
- ➤ Gilbert Regional Park will host Arizona Potato Days next weekend at 3005 E. Queen Creek Road, where event director Tom Watson (of the United Potato Federation) plans to offer potato-themed food and fun activities such as a potato kitchen, sack races, a beer garden, and the Big Idaho Potato Truck. The event will run on April 12 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and on April 13 from 11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Gilbert Sun News
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GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gilbert officials propose amending the town's land development code by adding an alternate member to the Redevelopment Commission—this step aims to fix quorum issues when members recuse themselves—to improve redevelopment decision-making. Gilbert Independent
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The Great Potato Race 2025
3-9 p.m. — 3005 E Queen Creek Rd, Gilbert, AZ — Family-friendly entry — Enjoy a hilarious one-mile potato-themed obstacle course for all ages.
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PhxJS - Intro to Angular
7-9 p.m. — HeatSync Labs — Free admission — Dive into Angular with hands-on examples and learn to build responsive web applications.
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Real Talk for Teens
5:00-6:30 p.m. — The Next Step — Free entry — Teens can sharpen their communication skills through interactive workshops and role-playing scenarios.
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LIVE AND LOCAL! featuring Dayweather
8-11 p.m. — OHSO Brewery + Distillery — Free entry — Enjoy a night of live music in the heart of Gilbert with Dayweather.
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FREE Comedy Show at JP's Comedy Club
7-8:30 p.m. — JP’s Comedy Club — Free entry — Enjoy a night filled with laughter from talented comedians at a local favorite venue.
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Midwest Food Bank Volunteer Networking Night
5:30-7 p.m. — Midwest Food Bank, NFP - Arizona Division — No cost — Engage with a community dedicated to fighting hunger and delivering hope to families in Arizona.
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High '90s Alt Rock Experience
8 PM – 2 AM — OHSO Brewery + Distillery — Cost not listed — Relive the alt-rock glory days with high-energy performances of classic hits from the '90s.
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Water Lantern Festival
4:30-6:00 p.m. — Gilbert Regional Park — Ticket prices vary — Experience a stunning display of illuminated lanterns as they float serenely on the water.
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Alan Jackson & George Strait Tribute Concert
4 PM – 8 PM — Hale Centre Theatre - Arizona — Ticketed event — Enjoy a night of pure country bliss paying homage to two iconic artists.
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People Who Could Fly Concert
8 PM – 2 AM — OHSO Brewery + Distillery — Check for entry fee — Experience high-energy indie pop tunes from Phoenix's dynamic band.
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