Daily editionWednesday, June 17th, 2026
Good morning, Chandler.
The Good Day Chandler Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 17th of June.
Community
Fulton Homes’ 27th Annual Stuff the Bus drive will run through Sunday, July 5, at Chandler Fashion Center mall to collect school supplies for Save the Family nonprofit — supporting local families facing homelessness.
In-person donations are accepted Saturday, June 20 and Saturday, June 27 from 10 a.m. to noon.
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Fulton Homes will hold its 27th Annual Stuff the Bus drive at Chandler Fashion Center on Saturday, June 20 and June 27.
Donors may snag free items and listen to 98KUPD, with the June 20 event running from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
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Government
Chandler’s new Villas on McQueen public housing complex opened on June 9 with 157 units that include amenities like a meditation room & playground.
Seventy-eight families moved in from older facilities, and future projects aim to further expand housing – the city’s first new public housing built in 56 years.
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Chandler Events
Live Music with The Smashing Cranberries
Friday, June 19th, 2026 · 8 p.m. - 12 a.m. — The Perch Brewery — Free entry — Relive the '90s and '00s rock nostalgia with Phoenix's favorite tribute band.
Paint Your Pet Workshop
Sunday, June 21st, 2026 · 4-7 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — BYOB snacks and drinks welcome — Unleash your creativity while painting a portrait of your furry friend.
Live Music with Cygnill at The Perch
Wednesday, June 24th, 2026 · 6-9 p.m. — The Perch Brewery — Free entry — Enjoy imaginative brews and upbeat acoustic sets featuring a blend of reggae, pop, rock, and country hits.
Gabriel Iglesias Live Performance
Thursday, June 25th, 2026 · 8-10 p.m. — Gila River Resorts & Casinos - Wild Horse Pass — Ticketed event — Enjoy a night of laughter with Gabriel 'Fluffy' Iglesias in this electrifying live show.
Live Music by The Smashing Cranberries
Saturday, June 27th, 2026 · 8 PM-12 AM — The Perch Brewery — Check for entry fees — Enjoy ’90s and ’00s rock nostalgia with the energetic sounds of Phoenix's favorite cover band.
People Who Could Fly Live
Friday, July 3rd, 2026 · 8 PM-12 AM — The Perch Brewery — Admission varies — Experience high-energy indie pop from Phoenix's own People Who Could Fly.
Live Music with SIDE PEACE AZ
Saturday, July 4th, 2026 · 8 PM-12 AM — The Perch Brewery — Cost info not specified — Enjoy imaginative brews and a lively performance by the rock n' roll cover band SIDE PEACE AZ.
Once Upon a Mic
Thursday, July 9th, 2026 · 7-8:30 p.m. — Mic Drop Comedy — Free entry — Experience laughter and local talent as comedians vie for their big break in an open mic night.
Back-to-School BASH
Friday, July 10th, 2026 · 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. — Chandler Fashion Center — Free entry — Experience two days of back-to-school activities, crafts, and fun giveaways at the center.
Live Music with Rio Grande
Saturday, July 11th, 2026 · 8 p.m. — The Perch Brewery — Free entry — Enjoy imaginative brews while dancing to funk, disco, and hip hop tunes at a rooftop venue adorned with tropical birds.