Good morning, Chandler.

Fifty children were adopted in Maricopa County on National Adoption Day held Saturday—adoption agencies helped match children with new families.

The Ostrich speakeasy celebrated its 10-year anniversary in October — the bar in downtown Chandler opened in 2015 beneath Crust restaurant in the San Marcos Hotel — after proprietor Michael Merendino revived a dirt-floor basement via ladder in 2014.

On Nov. 21, Chandler Unified’s Governing Board held a meeting to review a leadership profile report from HYA (a Chicago-based search firm) for its national search to hire a new superintendent (board president Patti Serrano said the report checks off an important box).

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.

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.

Ballet Etudes: The Nutcracker

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

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.

Shelly Belly Comedy Show

7 PM – 10 PM — Mic Drop Comedy — Ticketed event — Experience the hilarious comedy of Shelly Belly as she brings her relatable humor from social media to the main stage.

Wild Child - Doors Tribute

8-9:30 p.m. — Gila River Resorts & Casinos - Wild Horse Pass — Ticket prices range from $25 to $40 — Celebrate the music of Jim Morrison with the Wild Child tribute band.

Ballet Etudes - The Nutcracker

1-2:30 p.m. — Chandler Center for the Arts — Enjoy an enchanting performance of Clara's magical journey with life-size mice and dancing snowflakes.

Punchlines and Credit Lines

6-10 p.m. — Mic Drop Comedy — Ticket purchase required — Experience an evening of comedy and financial insight with Marc Price and Alisa Glutz.

Chandler Business Networking Event

11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — La Ristra New Mexican Kitchen — $25 drop-in fee — Network and foster growth in a heart-centered community of entrepreneurs and business owners.

Once Upon A Mic

7-10 p.m. — Mic Drop Comedy — Free entry — Experience the next big names in comedy and enjoy a fun evening of laughs and local talent.