Friday, August 1st, 2025

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Good morning, Gilbert. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 1st of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Maricopa County Animal Care and Control joined NBCUniversal Local’s 11th annual Clear The Shelters pet adoption and donation campaign running today through August 31. The campaign will kick off with an adoption event from August 2 to 10 that will waive fees for dogs six months and older—donors have provided free swag from Tito's Vodka for Dog People while supplies last. Maricopa County
BEAUTY NEWS
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BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Dave's Italian Eatery will open at 929 N. Val Vista Drive, suite 101 in Gilbert and will serve pizza, pasta and wings—no opening date has been set. Gilbert Independent
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Hale Centre Theatre announced its 2025-26 season today with a slate of family-friendly Broadway musicals and comedies set to begin in August at its venue on 50 W. Page Ave in the Heritage District. The lineup includes Anastasia running from Aug.22 to Oct.4, Singin’ in the Rain from Oct.10 to Nov.22, and The Little Mermaid from Jul.3 to Aug.15 along with a concert series of tributes and a limited engagement headlined by Ben Hale — season tickets are available at the box office. Gilbert Independent
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ U.S. Sen. Ruben Gallego will discuss federal policies affecting East Valley businesses at an event hosted by the chambers of Queen Creek, Gilbert and Chandler on Tuesday, Aug. 12 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Chandler-Gilbert Community College—2626 E. Pecos Road. The luncheon will cost $25 for chamber members and $40 for non-members. Gilbert Independent
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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.
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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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FREE Comedy Show at JP’s Comedy Club
7-9 p.m. — JP’s Comedy Club — Free entry — Enjoy a night of hilarity featuring a lineup of talented comedians.
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LIVE AND LOCAL: The Hourglass Cats
8-11 p.m. — OHSO Brewery + Distillery — Cost info not provided — Enjoy live tunes from The Hourglass Cats in a vibrant local venue.
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Pizzas, Pipes, and Pinoys
3:30-5:30 p.m. — Organ Stop Pizza — No cover charge — Escape the summer heat with delicious pizza and remarkable organ music from a world-class theater pipe organ.
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Aloha Kauwela Wine Club Dinner
7-10 p.m. — Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant — $79 per person — Savor a Hawaiian-themed dinner with exquisite wine pairings and a tropical atmosphere.
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Aloha Kauwela Wine Club Dinner
7-10 p.m. — Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant — $79 per person — Experience an island-themed pairing dinner with delectable dishes inspired by Hawaiian cuisine.
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LIVE AND LOCAL! at The Park
8-11 p.m. — O.H.S.O. Gilbert — Free entry — Enjoy a lively evening with The Conveyors, bringing reggae vibes to Old Town Gilbert.
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JK! Studios Live - Gilbert Evening
7:00-8:30 p.m. — American Leadership Academy, Gilbert North 7-12 — Ticket required — Experience a night of family-friendly comedy with the original cast of Studio C.
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Hoop Nation Labor Day Weekend National Invitational
Aug 30 - Sep 1 — Inspire Courts AZ — $450 for 4 games — Compete for a chance to win free entries into future HoopNation events.
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