Good morning, Chandler.

On Monday night, residents in the Valley reported a bright streak in the sky that turned out to be a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launching 26 Starlink satellites from California.

Scientists explained the bright glow as sunlight reflecting off the rocket engines during the Twilight Phenomenon—making the launch visible in Arizona.

Chandler-area youth from Studio 111 Theater Company will perform the musical Annie JR in Phoenix on June 22 at 1 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. at the Madison Center of the Arts—45 local children and teens will bring this hopeful story to life on stage.

Monsoon is underway and the weather has stayed dry so far; when storms hit, freeways in the Valley will quickly flood and ADOT will work to keep streets clear—helping drivers stay safe.

A fire district serving unincorporated areas around Chandler will hold a bond election this fall—voters will decide on funding for emergency services.

The board of directors approved the proposal in April—setting the stage for the measure to appear on the ballot.

Chandler officials partnered with Ameresco+Inc. to install 23 solar panels on public buildings, including libraries and fire stations, with work set to finish in 2026.

The $34M project is under a 20-year agreement and is expected to save the city $42.4M in energy costs over the next two decades.

The Chandler Hot Shots club teaches proper firearm handling to youth ages 8 to 19 and was recognized by Mayor Kevin Hartke and the city council at a May 19 study session for its progress—five members were selected for the Junior Olympics National Championships with Danae Bell placing seventh among 82 competitors at a national event.

Peter Fowler & Tristan Bowling Comedy Show

9:45-11:15 PM — Mic Drop Comedy — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter with NYC comedian Peter Fowler and local favorite Tristan Bowling.

Bollywood Summer Party with DJ Browny

9:30 p.m. – 2 a.m. — Mijana — $19.99+ — Dance the night away to the hottest Bollywood beats in a vibrant summer atmosphere.

On-Site Tour of Assisted Living Services

9 a.m.-7 p.m. — Brookdale Chandler Ray Road — Free entry — Explore personalized assisted living services in a welcoming community designed for seniors.

Roblox Game Development Camp: Capture The Flag

9 a.m. — iCode Chandler — Registration Required — Discover game design and 3D modeling while creating a multiplayer Capture the Flag experience.

Chandler Arizona Business Networking

11:30 a.m. — La Ristra New Mexican Kitchen — $25 drop-in fee after two visits — Engage with local entrepreneurs and influencers for meaningful business connections.

Clint Black 30th Anniversary Tour

8:00-9:30 p.m. — Gila River Resorts & Casinos - Wild Horse Pass — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate 30 years with country icon Clint Black in an unforgettable concert experience.

The Rat Pack in Concert

7-10 p.m. — Chandler Center for the Arts — Tickets available — Enjoy a nostalgic evening of classic tunes from the legendary Rat Pack.

RoboSports Challenge and Game Coding Camp

All day — Jake's Unlimited — Varies by session — Create robots and mobile games while learning coding fundamentals and sports challenges.

APFC 18: Arizona Fight Night

3:30-7:30 p.m. — Gila River Resorts & Casinos - Wild Horse Pass — Tickets from $169.99 — Experience an electrifying night of mixed martial arts action in Chandler, AZ.

Breakthrough Basketball Summer Camp

July 8-10 — The Lab in Chandler — Registration required — Enhance your basketball skills with focused training on shooting and ball handling techniques.