Daily editionThursday, November 13th, 2025
Good morning, Chandler.
The Good Day Chandler Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 13th of November.
Culture
An exhibition titled Rice is Mẹ: Anh-Thuy Nguyen—featuring works that explore cultural identity and memory through rice symbolism—will open at the Gallery at Chandler Center for the Arts from November 15 through February 7.
The gallery will host a free opening reception tomorrow—Friday, November 14, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.—to introduce the display.
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Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass will host its annual 'Storytelling & Song' program for resort and restaurant guests starting Nov. 18 until Feb. 14, 2026 from 6 to 7 p.m. — weather permitting — as tribal members share ancestral legends, personal stories, and traditional songs that honor the heritage of the Pima and Maricopa peoples.
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Education
Chandler Unified's enrollment will continue to shrink as decreasing birth rates, high housing costs, and more charter and private schools reduce early-grade student numbers—district officials reviewed a report on Oct.22 by Applied Economics experts Rick Brammer and assistant Don Graves that confirmed the trend will persist in the coming years.
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Government
The City of Chandler Economic Development Division is partnering with local education leaders to host Internship 101 for Businesses at the University of Arizona Downtown Chandler on Dec. 4 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.—a free lunch-and-learn event where employers will learn strategies to develop and enhance internship programs for future workforce growth.
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Chandler Events
George Lopez Live Show
Saturday, November 15th, 2025 · 8:00 – 9:30 PM — Gila River Resorts & Casinos - Wild Horse Pass — Tickets from $59 — Experience an evening of laughter with comedic legend George Lopez.
Arise Roots Concert
Sunday, November 16th, 2025 · 7:30-9:30 p.m. — Last Exit Live — 21+ Tickets on sale now — Enjoy a soulful sound by the Arizona-born band Arise Roots.
Local Arizona Business Social & Meet Up
Wednesday, November 19th, 2025 · 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.
Once Upon A Mic
Thursday, November 20th, 2025 · 7-11 p.m. — Mic Drop Comedy — Free entry — Enjoy a night of laughter with local comedy talent in a vibrant downtown setting.
Indian Frybread & Arts Festival
Saturday, November 22nd, 2025 · 12-8 p.m. — Rawhide Western Town & Event Center — Free entry — Celebrate Indigenous culture with delicious frybread, vibrant arts, and entertainment.
Wayne Newton Concert
Sunday, November 23rd, 2025 · 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.
Once Upon A Mic Comedy Night
Tuesday, November 25th, 2025 · 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.
Ballet Etudes Presents The Nutcracker
Saturday, November 29th, 2025 · 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.
Ballet Etudes: The Nutcracker
Sunday, November 30th, 2025 · 3:00-4:30 p.m. — Chandler Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting journey of Clara through the magic of ballet in this classic holiday tale.
Chandler Arizona Business Networking
Tuesday, December 2nd, 2025 · 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — La Ristra New Mexican Kitchen — $25 drop-in fee for guests — Build powerful connections and foster business growth in a supportive community.