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Friday, December 19th, 2025

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Good morning, Gilbert. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 19th of December.

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Gilbert Town Council voted Tuesday to advance three parks projects to boost quality of life. Contracts for the Freestone Park pickleball complex, splash pad and Desert Sky Park Phase 2 drew objections from Councilmember Jim Torgeson, who has urged more youth sports fields (baseball and soccer).  Gilbert Independent

HEALTH NEWS

  • Restored Counseling and Wellness Center moved Dec. 1 to a larger space at 1489 W. Elliot Road, suite 131 in Gilbert. The practice now offers individual and couples therapy and naturopathic care provided by a team of therapists and healthcare professionals.  Gilbert Independent

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sun, 12/21/25

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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.

    Mon, 12/22/25

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  • Light the World Giving Machines

    9 a.m. — Gilbert Water Tower Plaza — Donations range from groceries to child vaccines — Spread love and charity this Christmas season in Gilbert.

    Wed, 12/24/25

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  • Light the World Giving Machines

    9-10 a.m. — Gilbert Water Tower Plaza — Donation-based purchases — Support local and global communities through unique charity vending machines this Christmas.

    Thu, 12/25/25

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  • Thumpin' Country Night with The Harry McGraw Band

    8-11 p.m. — O.H.S.O. Brewery + Distillery — Free entry — Enjoy soulful guitar licks and smooth vocals while dining on American bites at this lively brewery.

    Fri, 12/26/25

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  • Light the World Giving Machines

    9 a.m. – 9 p.m. — Gilbert Water Tower Plaza — Donations made via unique vending machines — Spread love and charity through innovative giving this Christmas season.

    Sat, 12/27/25

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  • Light the World Giving Machines

    9 a.m. - 9 p.m. — Gilbert Water Tower Plaza — Donations welcome — Share acts of love and charity through unique vending machines this Christmas season.

    Sun, 12/28/25

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  • Light the World Giving Machines

    9-10 a.m. — Gilbert Water Tower Plaza — Donations vary — Participate in a unique charitable experience this Christmas by purchasing essential items for those in need.

    Mon, 12/29/25

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  • Light the World Giving Machines

    9-10 a.m. — Gilbert Water Tower Plaza — Donations for global and local charities — Spread love this Christmas with unique charity vending machines.

    Tue, 12/30/25

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  • Light the World Giving Machines

    9-10 a.m. — Gilbert Water Tower Plaza — Various donation options — Spread love and charity through unique vending machines this Christmas season.

    Wed, 12/31/25

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

I am not afraid of storms, for I am learning how to sail my ship.

~ Louisa May Alcott

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