Good morning, Glendale.

Glendale Mayor Jerry Weiers announced the 12th annual Stand Up for Veterans event will be held on October 11 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Arizona Christian University.

About 80 groups will offer resources such as housing, healthcare, legal help, and job fair opportunities to support veterans and their families.

At a Sept 9 workshop, Glendale City Council laid out guidelines for a future ordinance on electric bikes and scooters—if consensus holds, riders of scooters must be at least 12 years old.

Glendale will hold a special bond election on Nov.

4 where residents will vote on two measures: one for up to $30 million to improve flood control and one for up to $35 million to fix city operations facilities such as the Field Operations Complex. If the bonds are not approved, the city will adjust its budget and may delay projects—details will be shared at open house meetings on Sept. 25, Sept. 30 and Oct. 2.

Arrowhead Towne Center in Glendale will host a Vitalant blood drive from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept.

21 to help meet hospitals' need for 600 donors each day. Donors can choose between whole blood and power red donations and then relax in a recovery area with a light snack—set up in the community room near the food court restrooms.

USA Football is scouting players nationwide to join its flag football team for the Los Angeles Olympics in 2028—seeking talent with skills like quick bursts and agile hip moves, even from those with nontraditional football backgrounds.

Arizona Cardinals safety Joey Blount is among those eager to learn the unique game rules as the competition expands.

Hedgehog Dash 5K/10K/13.1

7:30-10:30 a.m. — Grand Canal Linear Park — Entry fee required — Celebrate National Chocolate Day with a sweet run through beautiful Glendale trails.

Arizona Cardinals vs. Carolina Panthers

9:00 AM – 12:05 PM — Salt Tacos y Tequila — Free entry — Catch the Arizona Cardinals battling the Carolina Panthers in an exciting game day atmosphere.

Kickoff to Oktoberfest

6-11 p.m. — Glendale Civic Center — $45 entry — Celebrate the start of Oktoberfest with German food, live music, and community spirit.

Jim McMahon Signing Event

2-3:30 p.m. — Arrowhead Towne Center — Ticket required — Meet the Chicago Bears legend from the 1985 Super Bowl team.

Ultimate Pregame Experience: Seahawks vs. Cardinals

2-4:15 p.m. — State Farm Stadium — All-inclusive entry — Experience a premium pregame atmosphere with unlimited drinks and live entertainment.

The World of Hans Zimmer

7:30-9 p.m. — Desert Diamond Arena — Cost varies — Experience the mesmerizing music of Hans Zimmer live in concert.

Premium Tailgate Party: Arizona Cardinals vs. Tennessee Titans

9 a.m.–12:05 p.m. — Salt Tacos y Tequila — Ticket required — Enjoy a lively pregaming experience with a buffet, open bar, and live DJ before the game.

PBR Camping World Team Series - Ridge Rider Days

3:30-5:30 a.m. — Desert Diamond Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience thrilling rodeo action with head-to-head competition.