Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 28th of November.
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🏘️ Community
Representatives from Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty in Gilbert raised $10,500 last month at the Strides for CJD Walk to honor former manager Cathy Green, who died from the disease in 2024.
The team earned top fundraiser recognition locally and ranked fifth nationwide—an achievement that highlights their dedication to the cause.
Gilbert will start its holiday celebrations on Dec.
1 with the lighting of its famous water tower at Water Tower Plaza (45 W. Page Ave.) from 6 to 8:30 p.m., featuring live music and kids' crafts. The city will also hold Riparian After Dark at the Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch (2757 E. Guadalupe Road) from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Dec. 12–22 with an illuminated trail walk and holiday displays.
💼 Business
Temaris Sushi reopened on Sept.
10 at 919 N. Val Vista Drive, suite 101 in Gilbert — remodeled under new ownership and now serving specialty sushi rolls as a sushi bar and Japanese eatery.
🎭 Culture
Gilbert kicks off its holiday celebrations with the water tower lighting at Water Tower Plaza on Dec.
1 from 6-8:30 p.m.—the event will feature live music and kids' crafts while a long-running neighborhood display on East Comstock Ave, with over 120,000 synchronized lights, continues to charm locals. The community also looks forward to Riparian After Dark at the Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch from Dec. 12–22, where visitors can enjoy an illuminated trail walk and festive vendors.
🎉 Gilbert Events
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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.
Light the World Giving Machines
9-10 a.m. — Gilbert Water Tower Plaza — Donations appreciated — Spread love this Christmas by donating through unique giving machines for local and global charities.
Light the World Giving Machines
9-10 a.m. — Gilbert Water Tower Plaza — Donations accepted — Brighten the season by giving through unique vending machines for charity.
Family Paint Party
5:30-7:15 p.m. — Source — Reserve your spot — Enjoy a creative evening of painting guided by local artist Maci Cunich in a cozy atmosphere.
Light the World Giving Machines
9 AM — Gilbert Water Tower Plaza — Donations for community charities — Spread love this Christmas by donating through unique vending machines.
80s Rock Night with AZ Rock Asylum
8-11 p.m. — OHSO Brewery + Distillery — Free entry — Experience the energetic sounds of 80’s arena rock performed by local favorites AZ Rock Asylum.
Chad Rubin & The Band Breezy Live
8 PM – Midnight — OHSO Brewery + Distillery — Check for ticket pricing — Enjoy an intricate loop solo set by Chad Rubin and his talented band.
Light the World Giving Machines
9 AM — Gilbert Water Tower Plaza — Donations encouraged — Contribute to global and local needs through unique vending machines this Christmas season.
Light the World Giving Machines
9-10 a.m. — Gilbert Water Tower Plaza — Donations welcome — Help make a difference this Christmas by choosing charitable items through unique vending machines.
Light the World Giving Machines
9-10 a.m. — Gilbert Water Tower Plaza — Donations appreciated — Contribute to global and local charities through unique vending machines this Christmas.
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