Good morning, Glendale.

Desert Diamond Arena in Westgate Entertainment District has hosted sports, concerts and rallies since opening in 2003 (the venue was built with a $220 million investment) and now has a new naming rights sponsor to continue drawing big events.

Lerner and Rowe is hosting a Backpack Giveaway for school supplies; the event is in Mesa today with stops in Tucson on July 13 and at Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale on July 17 (offering 1,100 backpacks, shoes for the first 550 kids, and family activities).

The African Music & Arts Village offers a free interactive music series at Glendale libraries on July 13-16 and July 18-19 where Baba Shibambo and Connie Avery lead sessions on African instruments and dance for all ages.

The Cobra Commanders robotics team at Cactus High School built a robot in a six-week project during January as part of the FIRST Robotics season; they qualified at the Colorado Springs Regional, earning a trip to the world championship in Houston and receiving the FIRST Impact Award for community outreach.

Tucson Sugar Skulls at Arizona Rattlers

6-7 p.m. — Desert Diamond Arena — Check for ticket prices — Experience thrilling indoor football action as the Tucson Sugar Skulls take on the Arizona Rattlers.

Glendale Backpack Giveaway

4-10 p.m. — Desert Diamond Arena — Free entry — Kick off the school year with a free indoor back-to-school giveaway for families.

Glendale LiVE! Concert Series

5-9 p.m. — State 48 Funk House Brewery — Free entry — Enjoy live performances and yard games while soaking in a vibrant festival atmosphere.

Lefty Gunplay Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — The V Spot Sports Grill Inc. — Check local listings for entry fees — Experience an electrifying night of high-energy music with Lefty Gunplay.

Go Local Connect: Small Business Networking

5-7:30 p.m. — Dillon's KC BBQ Arrowhead — $15 for non-members — Network with local business owners over food and great conversations.

Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live: Glow-N-Fire

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Desert Diamond Arena — Check for ticket prices — Experience your favorite monster trucks in a thrilling live performance.