Good Day
Gilbert
Thursday, November 13th, 2025
Good morning, Gilbert. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 13th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Gilbert honored veterans and their families at a Veterans Day ceremony held at Water Tower Plaza on November 11. Retired Army Maj. Chris Woodard, a local resident, gave the keynote speech—highlighting that three military branches mark 250 years of service. Gilbert Independent
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Gilbert Public Schools Future Farmers students and alumni recently traveled to Indianapolis to compete at the 98th Annual National FFA Convention where their team earned a Silver ranking in Meat Evaluation and the Gilbert High School Chapter earned a Three-Star National Chapter Award—recognizing their strong performance in agriculture. Seven students received the American FFA Degree, one of the nation’s highest honors for FFA members. Gilbert Sun News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ As fall temperatures drop, homeowners are preparing to use heaters for the first time in months and are advised to clean their smoke detectors—Gilbert Fire and Rescue warns that dust and cobwebs can trigger false alarms. Gilbert Independent
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A new article highlights ten must-see attractions in Gilbert — including Cosmo Dog Park with 17 acres and Freestone Park with 65 acres, the Gilbert Historical Museum, Hale Theatre, and a local observatory that all offer a mix of outdoor fun and cultural history. The list details venues from sports fields to heritage districts to help residents and visitors plan their next local adventure. The Arizona Republic
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The Hourglass Cats
8 PM - 12 AM — OHSO Brewery + Distillery — Free entry — Enjoy funky-fresh desert rock and reggae vibes from a local sound collective.
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IRONMAN Arizona
Tempe Town Lake — Nov 16 — Tempe Town Lake and Tempe Beach Park — Registration required — Compete in a challenging triathlon through scenic Arizona landscapes.
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Light the World Giving Machines
9-10 a.m. — Gilbert Water Tower Plaza — Donations accepted — Donate acts of love through unique vending machines this Christmas in Gilbert.
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Light the World Giving Machines
9-10 a.m. — Gilbert Water Tower Plaza — Free entry — Help spread holiday cheer by visiting the giving machines this Christmas in Gilbert, Arizona.
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People Who Could Fly Concert
8 PM – 12 AM — OHSO Brewery + Distillery — Free entry — Dance the night away with high-energy indie pop vibes from Phoenix's own People Who Could Fly.
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Light the World Giving Machines
9-10 a.m. — Gilbert Water Tower Plaza — Donate acts of charity — Support global and local communities by purchasing items through unique giving machines.
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Light the World Giving Machines
9 AM — Gilbert Water Tower Plaza — Donation-based — Spread love and charity this Christmas by purchasing items for those in need through unique vending machines.
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Light the World Giving Machines
9 AM - 10 AM — Gilbert Water Tower Plaza — Donation-based — Contribute to global and local charities by purchasing meaningful gifts instead of traditional vending machine items.
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Goatsgiving Goat Yoga
10 AM - 11 AM — Arizona Goat Yoga — $18.00 — Enjoy a festive goat yoga experience with alpacas in holiday attire and a comedian instructor.
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Light the World Giving Machines
9 AM – 10 AM — Gilbert Water Tower Plaza — Donations will vary — Brighten the season by purchasing items for local and global needs through unique vending machines.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Failure is simply the opportunity to begin again, this time more intelligently.
~ Henry Ford
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