Good Day
Chandler
Saturday, November 8th, 2025
Good morning, Chandler. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 8th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The 69th annual Tumbleweed Tree Lighting & Parade of Lights will take place on Dec. 6 in Downtown Chandler with free entry and live performances by local groups starting at 4:30 p.m. The event will include a parade at 6:45 p.m. and the lighting of the 35-foot Tumbleweed Tree at about 8 p.m.—guests should arrive early to secure parking and a good viewing spot. City of Chandler
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Chandler teacher Donna Gustafson solved the mystery of Air Force Technical Sergeant Thomas J Walker, a wartime hero whose plane was hit in France in 1943—she found his name in Allied tribunal records that showed he was executed by German SS soldiers. Her research for the Silent Heroes program will be shared with her classes and posted online. Chandler Arizonan
- ➤ More than a thousand Arizona teachers resigned in recent months, worsening the teacher shortage in schools including in Chandler—school officials are now exploring new ways to hire replacements. 12 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State transportation officials announced that a section of Loop 101 in Scottsdale is closed from 10 p.m. Friday to 5 a.m. Monday for widening work—drivers are advised to use southbound State Route 51 as a detour. In addition, parts of Loop 202 in Chandler and Ahwatukee will face pavement sealing and maintenance closures with drivers directed to take alternate routes on Chandler Boulevard or Ray Road. Chandler Independent
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Shafeeka Brown opened a Memory Café at St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church in Chandler to support those with dementia and their caregivers. Held on the first and third Friday of each month, the café offers music, crafts, and conversation (meant to spark memories and ease isolation). ABC 15
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Jack Grady: Comedy and Magic Hour
6-7:30 p.m. — Mic Drop Comedy — Ticket required — Enjoy an evening with Jack Grady, a boxing champion turned unique comedy magician.
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Once Upon A Mic
7-10 p.m. — Mic Drop Comedy — Free entry — Experience the humor and talent of the Phoenix comedy scene in a lively setting.
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Woofstock Festival
9 AM – 1 PM — Tumbleweed Park — Free entry — Enjoy a fun-filled day for dogs and their owners with vendors and activities.
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Chandler Ghost Walk
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Mic Drop Comedy — Ticket required — Explore the haunted history and chilling tales of downtown Chandler on this immersive ghost tour.
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Local Arizona Business Social & Meet Up
5-7:30 p.m. — Rudy's 'Country Store' and Bar-B-Q — $15 for non-members — Network with fellow business owners while enjoying delicious barbecue and community-building conversations.
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Once Upon A Mic
7-11 p.m. — Mic Drop Comedy — Free entry — Enjoy a night of laughter with local comedy talent in a vibrant downtown setting.
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Indian Frybread & Arts Festival
12-8 p.m. — Rawhide Western Town & Event Center — Free entry — Celebrate Indigenous culture with delicious frybread, vibrant arts, and entertainment.
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Wayne Newton Concert
7:00 – 8:30 p.m. — Gila River Resorts & Casinos - Wild Horse Pass — Ticket prices from $49 — Experience the legendary Wayne Newton live in concert.
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Once Upon A Mic Comedy Night
7-10 p.m. — Mic Drop Comedy — Free entry — Enjoy a night of laughter as aspiring comedians showcase their talent in the heart of Downtown Chandler.
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Ballet Etudes Presents The Nutcracker
2:00 – 3:30 PM — Chandler Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of Clara's journey through a delightful ballet performance.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Character is like a tree and reputation like its shadow.
~ Abraham Lincoln
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