Happy Halloween 🎃

Happy Halloween!! How exciting is it to have Halloween on a Friday. There are still a ton of fun events happening tonight if you’re wanting to get out and have some non-trick or treat fun. Plus, this weekend kicks off other fall themed events in and around the community.

Please be mindful as you navigate the neighborhoods this evening. Lots of excited kids running around in the dark!!

In this edition:

Thanks for being here, have a great weekend!

Due to the ongoing federal government shutdown, Arizona families who rely on SNAP food assistance may not receive their November benefits until federal funding is restored. The pause could affect more than 850,000 residents statewide. Existing EBT balances from October will still work, but no new funds are expected to be added until Congress passes a budget. Governor Katie Hobbs has announced limited emergency aid for food banks, though it will not fully replace SNAP funding. Residents are encouraged to check balances, use available benefits and follow updates from the Arizona Department of Economic Security for the latest information.

Learn more & find resources in this article from AZCentral.com

With the changing weather comes the very exciting time of community garage sales!!! Take advantage and clear out those closets & garages, or head out and find some new treasures from your neighbors.

Check this site to see when your neighborhood is hosting its community garage sale.

Cross street and frontage road restrictions and closures also scheduled through Feb. 15

The Arizona Department of Transportation advises drivers to plan for the following closures as part of the Loop 101 (Agua Fria Freeway) widening project:

Current and upcoming frontage road closures and lane restrictions 

Sierra Verde resident & HOA board member, Chris Zukowski will be hosting a walking tour through the community at 9am on Saturday, November 8th.

Join us for a casual, one-hour walking tour to learn about the plants, trees, and wildlife that make Sierra Verde special! We’ll meet at the ramada in Sierra Verde Park (7130 W. Potter Dr) and depart promptly at 9:00 AM for a leisurely 1.3-mile stroll along the neighborhood sidewalks. Along the way, we’ll explore our HOA’s landscaping plans, discover native Arizona species, and stop to see, smell, and even touch some of the beautiful flowers and plants that thrive in our community.

The tour is free and open to all (Even if you don’t live in Sierra Verde) just bring comfortable shoes, a hat, and some water, and come enjoy a sensory-filled morning walk through Sierra Verde.

You will learn:

[Peoria] Foodie Fest West is heading to the Peoria Sports Complex with a Fall twist! 🚚 Food Trucks & Vendors 🥧 Pie Eating Contest 🛍️ Shopping Vendors 🪓 Axe Throwing 🐴 Petting Zoo 👒 Hat Bar 🍷 Full Bar 💐 Flower Bar 🎡 Kids Zone ✍️ Caricature Artist & many more family fun activities!! 𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐧 - November 1st 𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 - Peoria Sports Complex 16101 N. 83rd Ave. Peoria 85382 𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞 - 4pm-10pm 🎟️ $5 to enter (12 and under free) 🚘 Free Parking (link)

[Glendale] Two fun events for kids with Glendale Parks & Recreation, on Saturday, November 1st. Hook a kid on fishing & Glendale Gamers Kart & Furious

[Glendale] The Arrowhead Farmers Market is hosting their market at its new location every Saturday from 9am-1pm, at Dream City Church, 21000 N 75th Ave, Glendale, AZ 85308

The Weekend Lineup is here! See what events are happening this weekend in Arrowhead & the surrounding areas. Hall

[Glendale] The Arrowhead Hiking Club is hosting their next group hike this weekend, on Saturday 11/1. Join us at the Thunderbird Conservation Park as we hike the Cholla Loop Trail

Get all the info these hikes & all of our upcoming hikes at ArrowheadHikingClub.com

This group is for everyone of all skill levels, seasoned backpacker to beginner, we’d love to have you join us.

There’s a new flock in town, and it’s not birds. Nick and J.D. break down the installation of Flock Safety cameras in Arrowhead Phase 1 and debate the balance between neighborhood security and privacy.

Plus:

🐜 Mosquito season hits hard — what actually works?
🍝 Babbo Italian Eatery is back and better than ever after renovations.
🥾 Arrowhead Hiking Club announces new weekday and weekend hikes.
☕ A hidden gem in downtown Glendale: Blue Corn Café and Bakery.

Catch all the latest neighborhood news, events, and stories from around Arrowhead Lakes and 85308!

👉 If you know someone with a story worth sharing, email [email protected] to be featured!

Click here to watch!!

You can find the episode YouTube and Spotify, or EverythingArrowhead.com

HOME OF THE WEEK: Arrowhead Lakes gets a lot of attention, but the Top of the Ranch community is an amazing community that has its own lakes & mountain views. This home is on the water, but still has a lot of privacy.

See all the pics & details here.

Last week’s trivia question was ‘What was the original name of the Hoover Dam?’

The answer was: Boulder Dam

When construction began in the early 1930s, the project was commonly called Boulder Canyon Dam, after the proposed site in Boulder Canyon on the Colorado River. Even though the final location was moved downstream to Black Canyon, the name Boulder Dam stuck.

It wasn’t officially named Hoover Dam until 1930, when it was dedicated by then–Secretary of the Interior Ray Lyman Wilbur in honor of President Herbert Hoover, who had played a key role in organizing the Colorado River Compact.

However, after Hoover left office, the Roosevelt administration reverted the name back to Boulder Dam in 1933. It wasn’t until 1947 that Congress officially restored the name Hoover Dam, which remains today.

Meet Harper

This gal was found roaming around Eloy in a deserted area. Oh, and she was VERY pregnant! We got her to a foster home and one week later she gave birth. Once she gave birth a small mass was discovered in her lady parts. Harper is cancer FREE!!

Harper is a sweet, friendly, playful and silly girl! She loves her people, loves to play, and can't get enough of her toys. She is a snuggle, but also down to go for a long walk or hike. She is housebroken, dog door trained, leash trained, kennel trained and is VERY smart! She knows how to sit, shake, lay down, and roll over. She has lived in a foster home with small dogs, cats, kids, men, and women! She loves them all

Harper is Spayed, UTD on vaccines, microchipped, and 4DX (tick/heartworm test) tested. Harper is currently being treated for tick disease. This is very common in Arizona and is cleared up with medication.

Harper is approximately 2.5 years old and weighs 54 pounds.

Learn more about Harper and the other available pets at Paw Posse Animal Rescue.

We are partnering with Paw Posse Animal Rescue, and will be sharing a pet each week who is available for adoption. If you are thinking of getting a new pet, please consider adoption as a way to find your next best friend.

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