Good morning, Glendale.

Glendale's Troop 526 honored Kyle Taylor as its 150th Eagle Scout, marking decades of service and leadership.

Taylor, a second-generation Scout (his father is an Eagle Scout), said Scouting taught him skills he will use in a future career as a welder and mentor.

Glendale celebrates National Parks and Recreation Month this July with three events requiring registration.

Family Play Date is on Friday, July 24 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Thank a Ranger Day on Saturday, July 25 at city parks, and an Adult Center open house on Thursday, July 30.

Glendale Public Libraries host three events this week.

The Main Library stages the Magical Michael Steele Variety Show Tuesday, July 21; the Foothills branch offers an Arizona Wildlife Program Wednesday, July 22—with ticket pickup 15 minutes early; and Dinosaur Explore! runs Thursday, July 23, all from 2-3 p.m.

In June, Glendale’s single-family home average sale price reached $512,404—a 4.3% increase from last year—while 236 closed sales rose 2.2% and 151 pending sales fell 26%.

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.