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Glendale
Thursday, April 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Glendale. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of April.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Glendale Community College’s Film and Media Production Program will host a student film festival from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, April 27 at the Glendale Main Library — 5959 W. Brown St. The event will showcase student films, animations, documentaries and photography to highlight emerging local talent. Glendale Independent
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Arizona wildlife officials advise Glendale residents today to leave baby animals alone because a nearby parent is usually caring for them — handling them may force the parent to flee and lead to the animal being unable to be released back into the wild. KTAR
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Glendale Fire Department is hosting a free water safety workshop at Glendale Community College Student Union, 6000 W. Olive Ave, from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 26 to teach life-saving water skills. Experts will perform a mock drowning and explain why adults must supervise children, use fences, and wear life jackets—measures that can help prevent accidents during the summer. Glendale Independent
- ➤ Glendale held its annual Public Safety Appreciation Day on April 9 at Babbo Italian Eatery to honor fire and police personnel with 340 free meals and community thanks. Vice Mayor Lauren Tolmachoff organized the event with partners Bell Bank, Glendale Rotary Club and Babbo Italian Eatery—demonstrating local support for first responders. The Glendale Star
- ➤ A Glendale city official refuted claims by Worker Power that the VAI Resort Project would convert a park space and use too much water, noting the land was always meant for development and that current plans cut water use by 50%. By voting yes on Propositions 401 and 402, voters will support a project expected to create over 2,000 jobs and more than $2 billion in tax revenues—clarifying the facts in the debate— as the city moves forward with its approved zoning. Glendale Independent
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Today on Amazing Arizonans, host Mike Broomhead interviews Jody Jackson, one of Arizona's most recognized sports figures who reported on key moments like the Diamondbacks' World Series win in 2001. The podcast, now in its third season, offers insight into the state's sports history. KTAR
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Carmela y Más (Latin Jazz)
7:30-11 p.m. — Westside Blues and Jazz — 2 drink minimum — Experience the electrifying Afro-Cuban rhythms of a renowned Latin Jazz band led by award-winning producer Carmela Ramirez.
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Paint Nite: Raspberry Sunday
1-3 p.m. — Starlite Lounge — $45 per person, supplies included — Unleash your creativity as you paint your masterpiece with cocktails in hand.
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Easterfest
2-8 p.m. — Thunderbird Paseo Park — Family-friendly event — Experience Easter in Wonderland with characters, an egg hunt, crafts, and games.
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West Valley Job Fair
11 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Renaissance Phoenix Glendale Hotel & Conference Center — Free entry — Discover exciting job opportunities in Glendale at this engaging job fair.
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Cold Shott & The Hurricane Horns Live Performance
7:30-11 p.m. — Westside Blues and Jazz — Ticketed event — Enjoy a night of soul, R&B, and funk with the energetic Cold Shott & The Hurricane Horns.
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Hire A Hero Arizona Networking Event
4-7 p.m. — Dillon's KC BBQ Arrowhead — Free entry — Connect with fellow Veterans and First Responders over delicious barbecue and networking opportunities.
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Disney On Ice - Into the Magic
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Desert Diamond Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience beloved Disney characters come to life on ice for the first time in Glendale!
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Knights of the Abyss Live
6-10 p.m. — Nile Theater — Tickets vary — Experience the heavy sound of Knights Of The Abyss, a deathcore band hailing from Glendale, Arizona.
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Disney on Ice: Into the Magic
11:00 a.m. — Desert Diamond Arena — Check local listings — Experience the magic and adventure of Disney favorites unfolding on ice.
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Disney On Ice - Into the Magic
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM — Desert Diamond Arena — Ticket prices vary — Dive into an enchanting adventure with Disney characters as they bring magic to the ice.
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