Good morning, Glendale.

The Arizona Humane Society reported that it now receives 400 to 500 pet surrender applications per month due to financial hardships+ a volatile real estate market, and it took in over 22,000 animals in 2024—the highest total in over a decade.

The shelter helps pet owners by offering low cost veterinary care, pet food pantries+ pet-friendly housing options to keep pets with their families.

Shadow Ridge High School held its graduation on May 14 at Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale, where Dysart Student Broadcasting interns filmed the event & worked with teachers to livestream the ceremony.

ADOT will close the eastbound lanes of Loop 101 between 59th Avenue and Interstate 17 later today at 10 p.m. for widening work, and drivers are advised to use alternative routes as on-ramps at Union Hills Drive, 75th Avenue and 67th Avenue also close this weekend—two additional ramps will close for two months starting late Monday night, May 19.

The Cardinals schedule released Wednesday shows primetime matchups against the Seattle Seahawks and Dallas Cowboys.

The Seahawks game is set as the only home night game—airing as part of Thursday Night Football—while the Cowboys game is planned for a different timeslot.

Paint Nite: Surreal Beach

1-3 p.m. — Starlite Lounge — $45 per person — Unleash creativity while sipping cocktails and painting your own masterpiece with guidance from artist Ryan Merrill.

90's R&B Dance Party with DJKAZ

8-11 p.m. — The 44 Sports Grill & Nightlife — Tickets starting at $7.18 — Dance the night away to your favorite 90's R&B, HipHop, and New Jack Swing hits.

TapVibe Challenge and TAPapalooza 2025

8 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Renaissance Phoenix Glendale Hotel & Conference Center — Registration open — Experience the excitement of tap dance competition and classes with expert judges.

Tap Dance Day Showcase

8 a.m. – 7 p.m. — Renaissance Phoenix Glendale Hotel & Conference Center — Registration required — Celebrate Tap Dance Day with showcases from top performers and special guests.

Grand National Tour: Kendrick Lamar and SZA

7:00 – 8:30 PM — State Farm Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Catch Kendrick Lamar and SZA for an unforgettable night of music in Glendale.

Lighter Shade Of Brown Food Lovers And Friends

2 PM – 1 AM — Culture at Downtown Glendale — Enjoy food trucks and a vibrant car show while grooving to Hip Hop/Rap performances.

Chuck DeFlorio & Michael Charlesworth Music

4-8 p.m. — The 44 Sports Grill & Nightlife — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of local music and vibrant atmosphere at this Glendale hotspot.

Sandra Bassett and September Soul - R&B/Motown/Jazz

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Westside Blues and Jazz — 2 drink minimum — Experience the powerful and smooth vocals of a gifted Jazz and R&B singer.