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🌵 Welcome to your go-to spot for everything happening in the NW Valley! 🌵
We've got the deets on community events, hidden gems, dining hotspots, and local adventures. From North Peoria to Surprise, North Glendale to Anthem (and more!), we've got you covered. Stop driving so far, and enjoy all the NW Valley has to offer! 

TUESDAY, APRIL 22 - SUNDAY, APRIL 27

This week is blooming with good vibes, bold flavors, and big community energy! Kick things off with BINGO & Brews at Throne Brewing where a $15 burger-and-pint deal makes Tuesday nights extra tasty. Midweek, take on Oggi’s Trivia Night with your brainy crew, or rise and shine for the Arrowhead Loop Run—donuts and post-run coffee included! And don’t miss the Arizona Cardinals Draft Party, packed with live coverage, meet-and-greets, fireworks, and all the fan-fueled fun you can handle.

Families will love the free movie night at West Wind Glendale Drive-In (think bounce houses, face painting, and double features under the stars!). Friday's City Nature Challenge turns you into a wildlife detective, and Arrowhead’s outdoor concert with a Jimmy Buffett tribute band is the perfect soundtrack to sunset vibes.

Come Saturday, lean into community spirit with Surprise’s Day of Service or browse helpful resources at Peoria Main Library’s Resource Fair. Then escape to paradise at the May Day Lei Day Festival, where hula dancers, fire knife performances, and Hawaiian eats bring the aloha magic. Wrap it all up on Sunday with Anthem’s Market in the Park—shop local, snack happy, and soak up the sunshine.

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🎲 BINGO & Brews at Throne Brewing
Tuesdays just got tastier at Throne Brewing in Glendale! Join the fun every Tuesday night from 7 - 8:00 PM for BINGO, cold craft brews, and their mouthwatering burger-and-pint special for just $15. It's a chill hour of laughs, stamps, and maybe even some sweet prizes—all happening at 17035 N 67th Ave, Ste 6. Learn more here.

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🍕 Trivia Night at Oggi’s Sports Brewhouse Pizza
Test your knowledge and enjoy a night of food, fun, and friendly competition at Oggi’s Sports Brewhouse Pizza in Glendale from 7:30 – 9 PM! Play solo or bring a crew—teams of 1 to 8 are welcome—for this free trivia showdown with prizes for the top 3 teams. Indulge in great food and drink specials, discounted wings, and all-day happy hour while you play. It's the perfect midweek pick-me-up! Learn more here. 

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👟 Arrowhead Loop Run – Thursday Morning Meetup
Start your Thursday strong with the Arrowhead Loop Run, a free weekly 4-mile loop hosted by Tortoise and Hare Sports! Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a brisk morning walk, join a welcoming crew at 5:30 AM sharp outside Starbucks on 67th Ave in Glendale. Led by community favorite Courtney, the run wraps up with a post-run coffee hangout at Dunkin Donuts—because nothing says "you crushed it" like a donut and good company. Don’t forget to register so they know you're coming!

🏈 Arizona Cardinals 2025 Draft Party
Don’t miss the Arizona Cardinals’ free Draft Party on Thursday, April 24, 2025, from 4:00 – 9:00 PM at the Great Lawn at State Farm Stadium in Glendale! Enjoy live draft coverage, player and cheerleader meet-and-greets, autographs, games for kids, food trucks, merch, and a fireworks show to celebrate the first-round pick. Admission and parking are free, but digital tickets are required. Tickets are free, but you must reserve them here.

Citizen Science: Rocks and Minerals with U of A
Dig into the world beneath your feet with the University of Arizona's School of Mining and Mineral Resources at Sunrise Mountain Library at 5:30 PM! Aimed at students in grades 4–12, this engaging presentation teaches how to identify minerals and explore the real-life materials we use to build the world around us. Whether you're new to geology or already have rock-solid skills, you’ll love getting hands-on with a set of common ore minerals. Learn more here.

 🎬 Free Movie Night at West Wind Glendale 9 Drive-In
Celebrate Customer Appreciation Night at West Wind Glendale 9 Drive-In! Gates open at 6:00 PM, and the fun kicks off with face painting, bounce houses, inflatable obstacle courses, axe throwing, a water slide, and more—totally free! Then settle in under the stars for a free double feature starting at 8:00 PM, with exciting pairings like The Wild Robot and Sonic the Hedgehog 3, Wicked and Transformers One, and more. It’s the ultimate night of family-friendly fun and blockbuster movies! Learn more here.

🎭 Playback Theatre: Emerging Stories
Experience storytelling like never before at Peoria Main Library at 6:00 PM, as Playback Arizona brings real-life tales to the stage with music, movement, and improvisational flair. Audience members are invited to share personal stories—big or small—that are then instantly transformed into powerful, artistic performances by a talented ensemble of actors and musicians. Every show is unique, deeply human, and beautifully unscripted. Come to share, reflect, or simply enjoy the magic of live, improvised theater! Learn more here. Details here!

📝 On Self-Love and Celebration: A Creative Writing Workshop with Sean Avery Medlin
Celebrate National Poetry Month at the Foothills Library  from 6 - 7:30 PM with poet, teaching artist, and rapper Sean Avery Medlin. This workshop, designed for adults 18+ (teens 15+ are also welcome), invites writers of all experience levels to explore the theme of self-love in poetry. Inspired by Ariana Brown’s workshop “On Love, Names, and Odes,” participants will dive into odes and free verse poems, examining how body, memory, and sensory experiences shape poetic declarations. Registration is required for this hands-on workshop, so don’t miss out on the chance to write, explore, and celebrate love in its many forms! RSVP here.

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🌿 City Nature Challenge at the Peoria Main Library
Join the fun at Peoria Main Library on Friday from 4 – 5:00 PM, and learn how to use the free iNaturalist app to document wildlife sightings for the City Nature Challenge! After the training, we’ll head outdoors to the City Hall campus for a "BioBlitz," putting your new skills to work in the global competition to spot and identify the most wildlife. It’s a family-friendly event perfect for nature lovers of all ages—don’t miss your chance to help Peoria shine! Details here.

🎤 Outdoor Concert Series  @ Arrowhead Towne Center
Get ready for an unforgettable night of live music at the Concert Series Presented by Lexus at Arrowhead Towne Center every Saturday 6 to 8:00 PM. Enjoy Bama Breeze – A Tribute to Jimmy Buffet. Grab your lawn chairs, enjoy delicious food from the center’s restaurants, and vibe out to fantastic tunes in the beautiful outdoor amphitheater! While you're there, check out exclusive deals from local retailers and maybe even meet the bands after the show. Learn more here.

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👐 Surprise Day of Service: Bean Bag Day & Donation Drive
Celebrate National Volunteer Week with a heartwarming morning of service in Surprise from 8 – 11:00 AM! Join fellow volunteers to fill bags of pinto beans for Valley View Food Bank and assemble feminine hygiene kits for women in need—helping neighbors across the community with simple acts of kindness. Registration is required to participate. Plus, in honor of Earth Day, bring your gently used furniture, tools, and household items for a special Habitat for Humanity donation drive supporting affordable housing and sustainability efforts. Make a difference, give back, and be part of something good! Register and learn more here.

🌟 Explore the Library: Resource Fair at Peoria Main Library
Discover valuable community resources at the Explore the Library: Resource Fair from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Peoria Main Library! This free event brings together local organizations offering services like health screenings, employment opportunities, mentoring programs, senior services, legal assistance, and family support. It’s a one-stop shop to learn about services that can enrich your life and support your community. Don't miss this chance to connect with organizations that can make a difference for you and your family! Learn more here.

🌸 May Day Lei Day Festival
Experience the vibrant energy of Hawaiian culture at the 4th Annual May Day Lei Day Festival on Saturday from 9 AM – 3 PM at Peoria Centennial Plaza! From dazzling hula performances to thrilling fire knife dancers, this free festival brings the spirit of the islands to life. Explore a lively market filled with unique crafts, local goods, and delicious Hawaiian treats that will transport you straight to paradise. Plus, get in on the fun with an exciting raffle and soak in the aloha vibes all day long. More details here.

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🌿 Anthem's Market in the Park
Spend your Sundays enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of Anthem's Market in the Park, held every other Sunday from October to May at Community Park, 41703 N Gavilan Peak Parkway. From 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, this delightful market features a curated selection of handmade goods, fresh local produce, artisanal candles, unique home décor, delicious food vendors, locally sourced honey, clothing, candy, pet supplies, and so much more. The park transforms into a charming space for shopping, savoring tasty treats, and soaking up the beauty of nature. Learn more here.

THAT'S ALL, FOLKS! 

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