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New Year’s Fireworks in Gilbert

Fireworks are allowed in Gilbert when used safely: Fireworks may be used during private celebrations during New Year’s Eve, December 31, through January 1, under a code change that took affect last year. We are fortunate to be able to celebrate in this traditional manner in our community, but it is important that we plan [...]

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Is the holiday spirit alive in you? Volunteer by giving blood!

December blood donors will help kids like 10-year-old Owen, who thanks to six blood donors, is excited to celebrate another holiday season with his family Four years ago, Owen was diagnosed with bone cancer. He underwent doses of chemotherapy to slow the disease, as well as transfusions of red blood cells and platelets to prepare [...]

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Sunrise of Gilbert Holiday Lights Tour

Host: Sunrise of Gilbert RSVP: 480-632-9400 When: Wednesday, December 14 from 5:00 PM to 8:30 PM Where: Sunrise of Gilbert 580 S. Gilbert Rd. Gilbert, AZ 85296 Join Sunrise of Gilbert as we celebrate 30 years of Sunrise with an Ollie the Trolley Holiday Lights Tour in appreciation of our valued professional partners. 5:00 PM [...]

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Donate Your Turkey Grease

In an effort to reduce air pollution and sewage waste during the holiday season, the Town of Gilbert will once again work with REV Biodiesel to collect used waste oils and grease during its Third Annual Turkey Grease Drive.  Beginning Friday, November 18, 2011 and ending Sunday, January 8, 2012, Valley residents may dispose of [...]

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Blue Line of Love Toy Drive

Toys accepted through Monday, Dec. 19: The Gilbert Police Department Crime Prevention Unit is coordinating the 2011 “Blue Line of Love Holiday Toy Drive” for families needing assistance this holiday season.  Donation boxes will be placed at a variety of locations throughout Gilbert where citizens will be able to donate new, unwrapped toys for children through [...]

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27th Annual Gilbert Days 5K & 1 Mile Run and Family Expo

The 27th Annual Gilbert Days 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run will take place within the boundaries of Freestone Park utilizing sidewalks, equestrian trails and the main entrance.  All ages are welcome to participate.  Runners receive a t-shirt, participation wristband, refreshments at the finish line and a chance to win post-race prize giveaways.  This year we have [...]

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For more great information on charitable events

Visit www.nearbynews.com or read the Groves Report, The View or The North Gilbert Breeze.

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Learn to create riveting plots and fabulous characters. Register ASAP

Class Descriptions Learn to create riveting plots and fabulous characters. Incorporate these elements into your manuscript: point of view, pacing, suspense, conflict, visual and sensory imagery, scene structure, and dialogue. Writing novels, short stories, and creative nonfiction is included. Elements of Fiction Writing 64650 Saturdays, 10/22-11/19. 12:30-2:30 PM. $50. $10 copy fee paid to instructor. [...]

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Gilbert High School Choirs present the annual “WESTERN BBQ”.

Gilbert High School Choirs will be hosting their annual “Western BBQ” on Friday, October 21st at 6:00 PM. Everyone is invited to enjoy a pulled-pork dinner and fabulous entertainment by the students. A silent auction will be held; filled with an assortment of amazing items and services. This year we are also holding a raffle [...]

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Youth Fishing Day

Saturday, October 8 – 8 a.m. to noon Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch Lake (SE Corner of Greenfield & Guadalupe) This community event is FREE of charge! Come and join us for a great morning of fishing.  Arizona Game & Fish Department will loan fishing gear and bait to participants who do not have equipment [...]

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