Good Day
Gilbert
Saturday, November 15th, 2025
Good morning, Gilbert. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 15th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Light the World Giving Machines will return to Water Tower Plaza from November 17—December 31 to let residents support local and global charities with donations from $5 to $250. A launch event is set for 9 a.m. on November 17 at 45 W. Page Ave and the machines will benefit several nonprofits and global groups. Gilbert Independent
- ➤ Gilbert Chamber of Commerce hosted its 29th annual Community Excellence Awards—Town Manager Patrick Banger will leave in January to become Glendale’s city manager and Public Schools Superintendent Shane McCord will retire on June 30. Gilbert Independent
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Caila Sanford works on business development for Blue Lagoon Pool Management—a family-owned Gilbert business run by Derwin Townsend that offers weekly pool service, equipment repair, remodels, and new builds. She values the positive feedback from customers and her role with the Chamber in giving back to the community. Gilbert Independent
- ➤ DeBellevue Consulting opened Oct 17 at 4365 E. Pecos Road, suite 122 in Gilbert—offering entrepreneurs clear strategies to scale intentionally. Gilbert Independent
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ La Madeleine French Bakery & Café now offers fresh French breads, pastries, and a full menu of breakfast, lunch, and dinner at its new SanTan Village spot in Gilbert—replacing a former Panera Bread store. The café serves dishes like Spicy Eggs Basque and Parisien Eggs with many items priced around $10. East Valley Tribune
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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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Live Music at O.H.S.O. with The Painted Cave Band
8-11 p.m. — OHSO Brewery + Distillery — Free entry — Enjoy rock and roll party hits in a lively, dog-friendly brewery setting.
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Holiday Goat & Alpaca Yoga
10 a.m. — Arizona Goat Yoga — $5 mat rental — Enjoy light stretches and holiday cheer with goats and alpacas in festive sweaters.
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~ Albert Einstein
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