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How to celebrate National Arbor Day in Glendale
Living in a desert city, Glendale residents know just how important our native trees are in maintaining a comfortable environment. More than adding a touch of lush green to a sea of desert tones, our trees protect us with shade and fill our parks and line our streets with pleasing landscapes. Celebrate these important branches this week as the city, along with the country, gears up for National Arbor Day. Read more |
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Destination Glendale
An all-new edition of this Glendale 11 favorite program is airing now!
Feeling a little jazzy? Glendale 11 will take you inside Glendale’s new bed & breakfast, the Gaslight Inn, which also happens to be one cool jazz club. This latest installment also features many other exciting Glendale attractions. See it on Glendale Channel 11 Sundays at 7 p.m. as well as throughout the week. Click here for more information. (PDF) Click here for this week’s Glendale 11 program guide. |
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Celebrating Safety
New West Valley training facility for fire and police unveiled
When a citizen is in trouble, it’s the everyday heroes wearing fire and police uniforms that come courageously to the rescue. To make sure these heroes are prepared for any emergency they might face, Glendale and neighboring West Valley cities joined forces recently to launch a new, much-needed regional training center. Read more |
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Thunderbird Conservation Park Master Plan Public Meetings
Glendale’s Parks & Recreation Department is holding two meetings for residents to learn about and discuss revisions to the Thunderbird Conservation Park Master Plan. Meetings will be held on Wednesday, April 26, at 6:30 p.m. and Saturday, April 29, at 9 a.m. Both meetings will be at the Deer Valley High School Cafeteria, located at 18424 N. 51st Ave. Read more |
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All That Jazz
Sweet sounds abound at Glendale’s Jazz and Blues Festival
Spring’s cool breezes mix with blue notes and cool sounds this month as Historic Downtown Glendale gears up for the annual Jazz & Blues Festival, presented by APS. The music takes over downtown’s Murphy Park from April 21-23. Read more |
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Get a sneak peak at the Glendale Jazz & Blues Festival at the next Thursday Thing
Start filling your ears with those smooth jazz sounds early as the next That Thursday Thing features a soulful theme.
April’s That Thursday Thing! Is from 6 to 9 p.m. in Historic Downtown Glendale. Guests will enjoy music, fun giveaways and a chance to win a VIP package to attend the Jazz & Blues Festival, which takes place that weekend. Read more |
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Save That Water!
Use these tips to cut down on your water use as temperatures rise
The desert is beautiful. But, it’s important to remember that it is a desert, and our resources, especially water, are precious. We must all do our part to use water wisely and ensure an adequate water supply for ourselves and future generations. Adopting a water-wise lifestyle can save you money, too. Get started now with these following tips. Read more |
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Ready, Set, Splash!
Summer is right around the corner. Gear up with this ‘cool’ update on the Foothills Recreation and Aquatics Center and more
The long-awaited Foothills Recreation & Aquatics Center, located at 5600 W. Union Hills Dr., is targeted for a late summer opening. The facility will offer plenty of social and fitness activities for families and people of all ages. Read more |
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Celebrating Volunteerism
Honor National Volunteerism Month by helping out in Glendale
The spirit of giving is in the air this month, so why not join the fun. Here are a few great ways you can volunteer in the city. Or, if you’re looking for a less time-intensive commitment, you might want to check out one of the city’s great volunteer events. Read more |
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Seeing Sparks
Nominate now to recognize your neighborhood leaders for their contributions with the Spark Award
Is there a person in your neighborhood who goes out of his or her way to help others? Do you know an individual or business that has a special “spark” and spends personal time and talents improving our neighborhoods? If you know of someone who meets these criteria, nominate them for a 2006 Neighborhood Spark Award. Read more |
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Walk This Way
Great places to take a stroll in Glendale
They say the best type of exercise is walking, and if you live in Glendale you’re in luck because the city has some great trails on which you can get in that morning or evening walk. Read more |
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A Doggone on Good Time
Glendale offers great places to let your pooch get some exercise
Let’s face it – most dogs would be thrilled to be able to run and play on a ranch all day. But since the majority of dog owners don’t live on a ranch, the city of Glendale offers the next best thing – dog parks. Read more |
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You’re in Business
Spring business seminars and assistance programs presented at the Glendale Main Library
Whether you’re starting your own business, have had one for years or are just thinking about ways to grow your enterprise, Glendale offers a variety of educational opportunities to help. Here are just a few classes, network meetings and programs offered in the next month. Read more |
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Seeing Sparks
Nominate now to recognize your neighborhood leaders for their contributions with the Spark Award
Is there a person in your neighborhood who goes out of his or her way to help others? Do you know an individual or business that has a special “spark” and spends personal time and talents improving our neighborhoods? If you know of someone who meets these criteria, nominate them for a 2006 Neighborhood Spark Award. Read more |
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Neighborhoods Unite!
Find out the great benefits of being a registered neighborhood
Since 1995, the Neighborhood Partnership Office has evolved from a neighborhood grants program to a full-fledged city initiative offering hands-on accessibility to all the functions of government. The Neighborhood Partnership Office oversees the city's neighborhood outreach, education and revitalization efforts. Read more |
