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🌱 See which Glendale teen made Arizona’s elite “18 Under 18” list

Glendale, Arizona Patch AM: a 4 min read

Hello Glendale! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • See which Glendale teen made Arizona’s elite “18 Under 18” list
  • How Glendale police helped rescue 31 missing kids across the Valley

Also on today's calendar: Scottsdale Symphonic Orchestra Presents "Dreams of Freedom" and 7 more events.

Today's riddle: Where did the two roofs meet? 🤔 (Answer below!)


Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Mostly sunny and hot, with a high of 105 and low of 71 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Sunday: Very hot with sunshine, temps: high: 107, low: 75.
  • Monday: Blazing sunshine and very hot, with a high of 109 and low of 77 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Globe High's Sally Choi earns Junior Achievement 18 Under 18 honor (silverbelt.com) — Glendale is represented in this year’s Junior Achievement of Arizona “18 Under 18” honors by winner Abby Herrera, part of a standout group of young leaders from across the state. The program, which recognized Globe High’s Sally Choi and 17 others, highlights teens who blend entrepreneurship, community service, and leadership, offering resume-ready recognition and cash prizes. It’s a reminder that Glendale students are competing – and winning – on a statewide stage.
   

• How Operation Desert Dawn Rescued 31 Missing Children In Phoenix (thunder981.com) — Glendale residents should know local police joined a major Phoenix-area operation that safely recovered 31 missing and endangered children over three weeks. Working with U.S. Marshals and other Arizona agencies, Glendale officers helped locate kids facing risks like trafficking, homelessness, and serious mental health issues, giving each a safer path forward.
   


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🗓 Upcoming Events in Glendale

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Other local events
    Saturday May 9
  • Florence + The Machine
    Desert Diamond Arena, 9400 W Maryland Ave, Glendale
    7:30 pm
  • Sunday May 10
  • Arizona Rattlers v Tucson Sugar Skulls
    Desert Diamond Arena, 9400 W Maryland Ave, Glendale
    4:30 pm
  • Monday May 11
  • HOSA Awards
    Glendale High School Glendale, AZ 85301
    5:00 pm
  • Tuesday May 12
  • Art Show Awards Reception
    Apollo High School Apollo Media Center
    5:30 pm
  • Choir Concert
    Glendale High School Glendale, AZ 85301
    7:00 pm
  • Wednesday May 13
  • Food distribution / Until supplies last
    Glendale Elementary School District #40 GESD System of Care Center, 7677 W Bethany Home Rd, Glendale, AZ 85303, USA
    7:00 am
  • No Late Start - Regular School Hours
    Independence High School 6602 N 75th Ave Glendale, AZ 85303
    8:00 am
  • Choir Concert
    Apollo High School Apollo Auditorium
    6:00 pm
  • Saturday May 16
  • Big Air Glendale Job Fair
    5665 W Bell Rd, Glendale
    8:00 am

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Tuesday May 12
  • Spring Choir Concert
    Heritage Elementary School 5312 W Mountain View Rd, Glendale, AZ 85302, USA
    6:00 pm
  • Final Band Concert
    Centennial High School Auditorium
    7:00 pm
  • Band Concert
    Ironwood High School Ironwood Auditorium
    7:00 pm
  • Wednesday May 13
  • Peter Piper Pizza Fundraiser
    Canyon Elementary School Peoria, AZ 85380
    4:00 pm

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  • Please help!!!!
    My dog Lucky got out this morning around 2:00-6:00am. My family is very worried about him and we just want to bring him home. If anyone has any… (Nextdoor NE 51st and Northern)
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Ok Glendale! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: At a shingles bar! (Thank you Yann P. for sending it in!)
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