Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of May.
Good morning, Gilbert.
🏘️ Community
Gilbert is preparing for a busy summer with handmade crafts camps at the community center, youth enrichment camps, sports leagues and aquatics lessons at parks such as Gilbert Regional Park—providing fun for all ages.
Special events include Movies in the Park in May, H2O Fest on June 5 and a 4th of July celebration—registration is now open with fee assistance for residents.
💼 Business
Susan Wright retired April 18 and passed ownership of The Gilbert House Restaurant (397 S.
Gilbert Road) to her niece, Caitlin Erickson and her family. The restaurant is known for its diner style breakfasts, lunches and free range buffalo burgers.
🎓 Education
At a luncheon on May 7, Campo Verde High School in Gilbert was honored for its high FAFSA completion rates—winning first place for the most improved rate among large schools and finishing second overall.
Sixty-three students received iPads donated by Cox Communications to aid their college planning.
🏛️ Government
The Gilbert Town Council postponed its decision on the Bella Storia apartment complex after learning the developer wants to raise the unit count from 304 to 367, and council members voiced concerns over parking & traffic impacts.
They scheduled a new hearing on June 10 to review the updated studies and assess the revised design.
🎉 Gilbert Events
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LIVE AND LOCAL! with People Who Could Fly
8-11 p.m. — O.H.S.O. Brewery + Distillery — Enjoy live music from People Who Could Fly, who have shared the stage with major acts.
La Buena Vida Wine Club Pairing Dinner
7-10 p.m. — Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant — $79 per person — Enjoy a Latin American-inspired menu paired with exclusive wines in a vibrant dining experience.
Parenting Connection Workshop
6-7:30 p.m. — The Next Step — Free entry — Engage in discussions to enhance parenting skills and connect with fellow parents.
LIVE AND LOCAL! Featuring The Retro Connection
8-11 p.m. — O.H.S.O. Gilbert — Free entry — Enjoy a night of live music with The Retro Connection in Old Town Gilbert.
Spanish Conversation Practice
9:05-10:35 a.m. — Queen Creek Library — Free entry — Practice Spanish conversation in a friendly and informal setting with various skill levels welcome.
Engineering for Kids Summer STEM Camp
8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. — Sky Zone Trampoline Park — Pricing varies — Dive into robotics and podcasting creativity at this engaging summer camp for kids.
LIVE AND LOCAL! at The Park: Dayweather Performance
8-11 p.m. — O.H.S.O. Brewery + Distillery — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of live music by Dayweather in the heart of Gilbert.
People Who Could Fly Concert
8-11 p.m. — OHSO Brewery + Distillery — Free entry — Enjoy an electrifying performance by People Who Could Fly, with a history of sharing the stage with major artists.
Cars and Coffee for a Cause
5-8 a.m. — GrindTime Coffee — Free entry — Fuel your Sunday morning with great coffee, cars, and a chance to support Wheelz 4 Warriors.
Engineering for Kids: Earth Science Detectives Camp and Puzzle Pioneers Workshop
All day — Main Event Gilbert — Varies by session — Engage in robotics and podcast creation while building teamwork and technical skills.
🏠 Gilbert Real Estate
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