Good morning, Chandler.

Chandler-area churches are hosting three community events: a free big band concert at First Baptist Church on Sept.

18 and 19, CPR and AED training at Chandler United Methodist Church on Oct. 3, and interactive storytime for children at Cornerstone on Sept. 18 (1595 S Alma School Road).

Chandler residents will celebrate National Good Neighbor Day with free ice cream and info booths at Chandler City Hall (175 S.

Arizona Ave.) from 2–4 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 28.

Chandler Center for the Arts has been closed for renovation since June 15, and a recent monsoon storm caused roof and water damage.

City officials say repairs—and new seating, flooring, and lighting—keep the project on track for an October reopening with a fundraiser set for October 17.

At Galveston Elementary School, sixth-grade teacher Valerie Tercero was surprised on Sept.

1 with a sponsored award ($1,500) for her inspiring work, organized by principal Tony Alcala and the Shapiro Law Team.

Sen. Ruben Gallego toured the Isola manufacturing plant in Chandler on Thursday to view electronic parts production and discuss government support for American companies, which he said is key for both the economy and national security.