Daily editionFriday, March 13th, 2026
Good morning, Chandler.
The Good Day Chandler Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of March.
Community
Heidi's Village and Incredible Stella rescued 18 dogs and are preparing to offer them for adoption locally soon.
Further adoption details will be shared (check community updates) for those interested.
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Chandler-area veterans group held its second annual coffee drive and collected 390 cans (mostly double-sized from Costco and Walmart) to support U. S. Vets-Phoenix.
Representatives posed for a group photo after completing the drive.
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Culture
Chandler’s Connection & Impact Division will host Noche Illuminada: A Tribute to César Chávez from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, March 20 in City Hall courtyard at 175 S. Arizona Avenue, featuring live performances, interactive art, cuisine and a hosted dinner honoring Chávez’s legacy.
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Chandler resident JD Walker will soon publish BASE 37: Memoir of a BASE Pioneer, a book that details his dangerous jumping adventures from cliffs and bridges, which saw both life-changing injuries and tragic losses.
He explains how his landmark efforts improved parachute gear + now he adjusts to life as legally blind.
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Health
Record high temperatures have triggered an early allergy season in the Valley as tree pollen levels hit new highs and residents experience increasing symptoms; doctors advise using over-the-counter medications + considering allergy shots for severe cases with the season expected to last into June.
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Sports
The LPGA Ford Championship is set at Whirlwind Golf Club on Gila River Indian Community land March 26 to 29 — organizers expect the event to rival the WM Phoenix Open in drawing large crowds and mark its third year.
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Chandler Events
Rooftop Bash: Live Music with Grunge Sponges
Saturday, March 14th, 2026 · 8 PM – 12 AM — The Perch Brewery — Check for ticket info — Enjoy 90's hits from your favorite bands at a lively rooftop bash.
Live Music: Yoga Pants the Duo
Sunday, March 15th, 2026 · 2-5 p.m. — Pedal Haus Brewery — Free entry — Experience high-energy live music with interactive karaoke and crowd-pleasing hits.
Chandler Business Networking Meeting
Tuesday, March 17th, 2026 · 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — La Ristra New Mexican Kitchen — $25 drop-in fee after two visits — A structured networking chapter for establishing meaningful business relationships in Chandler.
Rooftop Vibes: Live Music with People Who Could Fly
Wednesday, March 18th, 2026 · 6-9 p.m. — The Perch Brewery — Cost info TBD — Enjoy imaginative brews and indie pop sounds from Phoenix-based People Who Could Fly on a vibrant rooftop.
Rooftop Bash: Live Music with Grunge Sponges
Saturday, March 21st, 2026 · 8 p.m. — The Perch Brewery — Cost TBA — Enjoy 90's hits while sipping imaginative brews at a rooftop bar with tropical birds.
Live Music at Pedal Haus Brewery
Sunday, March 22nd, 2026 · 2-5 p.m. — Pedal Haus Brewery — Free entry — Enjoy live performances from Fireside Records in a spacious downtown brewery.
Chandler Business Networking Event
Tuesday, March 24th, 2026 · 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. — La Ristra New Mexican Kitchen — $25 drop-in fee for guests — Forge lasting business relationships in a structured network dedicated to growth and referrals.
Rooftop Vibes: Live Music by Cygnill
Wednesday, March 25th, 2026 · 6-9 p.m. — The Perch Brewery — No cover — Enjoy imaginative brews and tasty pub fare while vibing to an eclectic mix of acoustic tunes on the rooftop.
Live Music with Jourdan Rolland
Friday, March 27th, 2026 · 7-10 p.m. — Pedal Haus Brewery — Free entry — Enjoy an upbeat and family-friendly setlist featuring diverse genres from Jourdan Rolland.
Rooftop Bash with Casey Ryan
Saturday, March 28th, 2026 · 8 PM – 12 AM — The Perch Brewery — Check out Casey Ryan's dynamic live music while enjoying imaginative brews and pub grub at a rooftop bar.