Thursday, December 11th, 2025
Good morning, Gilbert. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 11th of December.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Villa Meola Coffee opened in October at the Gelato Cimmino shop on N. Gilbert Road, and the family-owned shop offers snacks + focaccia pizza for locals seeking a new coffee spot. Gilbert Independent
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Forgotten Carols will be performed Dec. 13 at Higley Center with shows at 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. (doors open one hour early); tickets cost $23.55 to $44 for a musical featuring songs from Michael McLean’s original album and is recommended for audiences 5 and older. Gilbert Independent
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Light the World Giving Machines
9-10 a.m. — Gilbert Water Tower Plaza — Donation-based opportunities — Share acts of love and support local and global charities this Christmas.
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Chandler Car Show
8-11 a.m. — Lenny's Burgers — Free entry — Display your ride and enjoy coffee with fellow car enthusiasts.
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Arizona Broncos Christmas Extravaganza
3-7 p.m. — San Tan Ford — Free entry — Celebrate the holiday season with raffles, prizes, and community spirit among Bronco enthusiasts.
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Light the World Giving Machines
9-10 a.m. — Gilbert Water Tower Plaza — Donations welcomed — Contribute to global and local charities by purchasing meaningful items at unique vending machines.
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Light the World Giving Machines
9-10 a.m. — Gilbert Water Tower Plaza — Donations encouraged — Brighten the holidays by giving to local and global charities through unique vending machines.
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Light the World Giving Machines
9 a.m. – 9 p.m. — Gilbert Water Tower Plaza — Donation-based entry — Contribute to global and local charities through unique vending machines this Christmas season.
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Get Grounded Workshop for Teens
6:00-7:30 PM — The Next Step AZ — Registration required — Empower teens to manage emotions and react purposefully through expert-led strategies.
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Illumin80s
8 PM – 12 AM — OHSO Brewery + Distillery — Check for entry fees — Experience a lively celebration of 80s music with high energy performances in a hip brewery setting.
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Light the World Giving Machines
9 a.m. – 9 p.m. — Gilbert Water Tower Plaza — Donations encouraged — Spread the spirit of giving this Christmas by purchasing meaningful items for those in need.
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Arizona Science Center Fire & Ice
9 a.m. – Noon — Southeast Regional Library — Engage in exciting science experiments exploring heat and cold extremes.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Man is condemned to be free.
~ Jean-Paul Sartre
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