Daily editionFriday, April 4th, 2025
Good morning, Chandler.
The Good Day Chandler Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 4th of April.
Community
Chandler’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Division invites community members to attend the third annual Women’s Empowerment Luncheon from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on May 9 at the Chandler Center for the Arts, where keynote speaker Nicole Lance and a panel of female leaders will share their insights; advance registration is required with preference for those who live, work or volunteer locally.
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The Arizona Department of Child Safety hosted a Children’s Heart Gallery event at Chandler Municipal Airport to let foster youth update their online profiles for adoption while enjoying activities like haircuts, new clothes, and photos.
Local plane operators provided vintage, home-built aircraft and helicopters (a first for the airport) as three photographers captured the experience.
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Culture
Arizona libraries offer a Culture Pass program that gives students and families free entry to museums and cultural sites during summer.
Residents can get a pass with a library card from over 175 libraries—this program fills a gap in arts education for under-resourced communities.
Chandler IndependentRead more
Sports
On Tuesday night, Eugenio Suárez hit a go-ahead grand slam in the eighth inning to lift the Diamondbacks to a 7-5 win over the Yankees as the team rallied after a quiet start.
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Chandler Events
SanTan Burger Fest
Saturday, April 5th, 2025 · 4-10 p.m. — SanTan Gardens — $12 — Experience a day filled with mouth-watering burgers and live music from talented bands.
Chandler Arizona Business Networking
Tuesday, April 8th, 2025 · 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — La Ristra New Mexican Kitchen — $25 drop-in fee after two visits — Connect with local business owners and entrepreneurs to foster community and growth.
Taste Of Gila - Luau On The Lawn
Saturday, April 12th, 2025 · 5:30-7 p.m. — Gila River Resorts & Casinos - Wild Horse Pass — $100-$135 — Experience a tropical luau with welcome cocktails and an array of culinary delights.
Granny Brunch Celebration
Sunday, April 13th, 2025 · 1-2:30 p.m. — Mic Drop Comedy Chandler — Ticket required — Celebrate all things granny with trivia, lip sync battles, breakfast tacos, and mimosa flights.
Chandler Business Networking Meeting
Tuesday, April 15th, 2025 · 11:30 a.m. — La Ristra New Mexican Kitchen — $25 drop-in fee — Connect with local entrepreneurs and influencers to foster relationships and business opportunities.
Dasha Live at Gila River Resorts & Casinos
Thursday, April 17th, 2025 · 8-11 p.m. — Gila River Resorts & Casinos - Wild Horse Pass — Cost info not listed — Experience the introspective and alluring sounds of Dasha, a passionate new artist sharing her story.
Sunday Funday Big Deck Party
Sunday, April 20th, 2025 · 2-5 p.m. — Pedal Haus Brewery — Free entry — Enjoy live music from SIDE PEACE AZ in a spacious brewery atmosphere.
Chandler Business Networking Event
Tuesday, April 22nd, 2025 · 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. — La Ristra New Mexican Kitchen — $25 drop-in fee — Join a vibrant community for entrepreneurs and business influencers to create meaningful connections.
Jason Santiago Comedy Night
Thursday, April 24th, 2025 · 7:30-9 p.m. — Mic Drop Comedy Chandler — Ticketed event — Enjoy the relatable humor of Jason Santiago, a standout comedian sharing tales from his Bronx upbringing and fatherhood.
Grateful Day of the Dead: Featuring Prescott JRAD
Friday, April 25th, 2025 · 5:30-9:30 p.m. — SanTan Gardens - Brewery & Distillery Tours — Preorder $13, Day of $18 — Dance to Grateful Dead tunes while enjoying food from SanTan Food Truck.