Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of July.
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🚨 Crime
A man who refused to drop his handgun was shot by Mesa police Friday evening near Mesa Drive and Broadway Road—he is now in stable condition at a hospital.
Gilbert police are investigating the incident.
🎓 Education
Kyrene Elementary School District—serving Ahwatukee, Tempe and parts of Chandler and Gilbert—encourages families to help kindergarteners born in 2020 build social skills and routines before school starts on July 23.
The district also advises parents to speak positively about school and to attend Meet the Teacher Night on July 21.
Gilbert and For Our Town-Gilbert will hold their third annual Stock the Classroom teacher supply drive to support teachers and students in need.
The drive will run from July 14 to Aug 22 at various sites in town—teachers usually spend over $500 of their own money on classroom supplies.
🏥 Health
Hope Counseling moved on June 23 to 4100 N.
Lindsay Road, suite 124 in Gilbert and rebranded as Hope Unscripted Therapy—Venessa De La Cruz now uses EMDR—Brainspotting and IFS therapies to help parents reconnect with themselves.
🎉 Gilbert Events
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Basketball Camp: Playmaker College
9 a.m.-4 p.m. — Iron Courts — $795 — A premier basketball camp for aspiring players to enhance their skills and confidence.
LIVE AND LOCAL! Featuring Elvis Before Noon
8-11 p.m. — O.H.S.O. Gilbert — Sales end soon — Experience a vibrant evening of live music with Elvis Before Noon in the heart of Old Town Gilbert.
Kid's Summer Camp: Space Adventure
10 AM – 2 PM — Painting with a Twist — Daily snack provided — Explore the wonders of the universe through art in this fun-filled kids' camp.
Floor Hockey Clinic - Adaptive Recreation
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM — Tumbleweed Park Recreation Center — Check website for pricing — Hone your field hockey skills in an inclusive and fun environment.
Reggae Night with The Retro Connection
8-11 p.m. — O.H.S.O. Gilbert — No cover charge — Enjoy an evening of vibrant reggae music in Old Town Gilbert.
Thumpin' Country Night
8-11 p.m. — O.H.S.O. Gilbert — Free entry — Experience live country music with Copper Skyline in Old Town Gilbert.
Magic of a Wish Show
12-2 p.m. — Fuse Performing Arts Center — Cost info TBA — Experience a heartwarming fairytale stage show that brings dreams to life with enchanting performances.
Harry McGraw Band Live
8-11 p.m. — OHSO Brewery + Distillery — Free entry — Experience soulful guitar licks and smooth vocals with a variety of classic rock and blues tunes.
Gilbert History Presentation by Dale Hallock
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM — HD SOUTH - Home of the Gilbert Museum — Free entry — Discover the rich history of Gilbert with local historian Dale Hallock.
Free Comedy Show
7-9 p.m. — JP’s Comedy Club — Free entry — Enjoy a night filled with laughs from talented comedians in a cozy setting.
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