Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of February.
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🏘️ Community
Musically Fed gathers leftover food from concerts and events to reduce waste and feed local residents.
Founder Maria Brunner said the program will grow its work with local organizers + nonprofits to support more community members.
💼 Business
Baird opened a new office at 3100 West Ray Road in Chandler and welcomed The Cowans Mitchell Group to its team.
The group—led by Jason Cowans, Wilson Mitchell and Carmen Vander Wal—brings expertise from previously managing $258 million in assets.
🎭 Culture
Chandler Chamber Ostrich Festival will feature singer-songwriter Ravyn Lenae as headliner on Saturday, March 14, with Kansas performing on Friday, March 13.
Tickets start at $15 for children aged 5 to 12 and $25 for adults.
🎓 Education
Three Kyrene schools were awarded the A+ School of ExcellenceTM honor by the Arizona Educational Foundation.
The process involved thorough applications, on-site visits, and contributions from faculty, students and families, and it marks the first time for Kyrene del Norte to earn the recognition.
🏛️ Government
Chandler closed a section of Chandler Boulevard for emergency sewer repairs between Arizona Avenue and Hamilton Street from 8 p.m. Thursday, Feb.
19 until at least Sunday, Feb. 22; a status update will come Monday, Feb. 23 and commuters should detour via Pecos + Ray roads.
🏥 Health
Better Piggies Rescue will host a unique yoga event tomorrow, Feb.
21 in Chandler. The session is designed to promote community wellness.
🎉 Chandler Events
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Chandler Ghost Walk
6:45-8 p.m. — Mic Drop Comedy — Ticket required — Explore the haunting histories and legends of Chandler on this immersive guided ghost tour.
Chandler Arizona Business Networking
11:30 a.m. — La Ristra New Mexican Kitchen — $25 drop-in fee after two visits — A structured networking opportunity for local entrepreneurs seeking meaningful connections.
Rooftop Vibes: Live Music with Jay Sanchez
6-9 p.m. — The Perch Brewery — Free entry — Enjoy imaginative brews and 90’s hits at a rooftop bar with a unique tropical atmosphere.
Rooftop Bash: Live Music with Dance Electra
8 p.m. — The Perch Brewery — Check local listings — Enjoy high-energy hits from the 70s to now at a rooftop bar with unique brews.
Rooftop Bash: Live Music by The Townsfolk Collective
8 PM – 12 AM — The Perch Brewery — Check the venue for entry details — Enjoy upbeat tunes from The Townsfolk Collective while sipping imaginative house brews in a unique rooftop setting.
Chandler Arizona Business Networking
11:30 a.m. — La Ristra New Mexican Kitchen — $25 drop-in fee after two visits — Connect with local entrepreneurs and influencers in a structured networking environment.
Rooftop Vibes: Live Music with Jourdan Rolland
6-9 p.m. — The Perch Brewery — Free entry — Enjoy imaginative brews and a family-friendly live music vibe in downtown Chandler.
Rooftop Bash with Casey Ryan
8 p.m. — The Perch Brewery — Free entry — Enjoy imaginative house brews and live music from acclaimed touring artist Casey Ryan in a unique rooftop setting.
2026 Downtown Chandler Barbeque Festival
11 a.m.-8 p.m. — Dr. A.J. Chandler Park — Ticketed event — Enjoy a weekend of BBQ, live music, and family-friendly games in Chandler.
Jake Greider Concert
2-6 PM — Pedal Haus Brewery — Tickets required — Enjoy vibrant tunes from Jake Greider as he performs his hit song 'Clean'.
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