Good morning, Glendale.

Glendale’s Parks and Recreation Department has relaunched its free REC on Wheels program to offer drop-off play with sports equipment for children after school—today, parents can visit Horizon Park from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. with additional sessions scheduled later this month.

Fiore Della Vita, an Italian-inspired coffee cart service (owned by Traci Randolph), offers unique organic coffee flavors at local events with a signature pumpkin spice tiramisu latte.

Event organizers can book the service online to receive a custom proposal that adapts to different themes.

The Glendale Police Department and the Drug Enforcement Administration will host a drug take back event on Oct.

25 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the front parking lot of the Glendale Adult Center at 5970 W. Brown St.—residents can safely dispose of expired pills and capsules.

Halloween Spooktacular Hot Air Balloon Festival

5-6:30 p.m. — Salt River Fields at Talking Stick — Ticket prices vary — Experience a dazzling display of hot air balloons amidst a fun-filled Halloween atmosphere with activities for the whole family.

Harry Potter Halloween Celebration

10 AM – 5 PM — English Rose Tea Room — $35 – $70 — Experience a magical Halloween with Potter-themed tea, entertainment, and trivia.

IP Utility Safety Conference & Expo

9:30 AM-6:00 PM — Renaissance Phoenix Glendale Hotel & Conference Center — Paid entry — Engage in three days of safety-focused discussions and networking for utility professionals.

RocktoberFest

6:00 – 11:59 PM — Desert Diamond Casino - West Valley — Cost not specified — Celebrate Oktoberfest with food, fun, and rock 'n roll festivities.

Halloween Trick or Trot Run

7:30-10:30 a.m. — Grand Canal Linear Park — Registration fee applies — Enjoy a 5K, 10K, or half marathon with a spooky twist and some free Halloween candy afterward.

Salute to Veterans Marathon

3:00 PM – 6:59 AM — Glendale Heroes Regional Park — Free entry — Honor our heroes with a race through picturesque trails to celebrate Veterans Day.

Arizona Jazz Festival with Charlie Wilson and Friends

12-10 PM — West Valley Events Complex — Friday Pass Only — Enjoy a night filled with soulful jazz performances from renowned artists including Charlie Wilson and Anthony Hamilton.

Arizona Fall Festival Volunteer Opportunity

All day — Local First Arizona — Free entry — Celebrate Arizona’s local flavor with vendors, food, and family fun at this eco-friendly festival.

Arizona Jazz Festival featuring Al Green, Babyface, and Robin Thicke

12:00 – 8:00 pm — West Valley Events Complex — Ticketed event — Experience soulful performances from renowned artists in a vibrant atmosphere.

Phoenix Speed Dating for Singles Age 50+

5:30-7:30 p.m. — PopStroke — Ticket required — Meet up to 12 potential matches and discover if love is in the air at this vibrant speed dating event.