🌱 Which September “holidays” should Peoria families actually put on the calendar?

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In today's newsletter:

• Which September "holidays" should Peoria families actually put on the calendar?
• How does Peoria really stack up as a retirement destination?
• Could Peoria spring standout James Tibbs fix the Dodgers' slumping lineup?

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Weather forecast:

• Tuesday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 100 and low of 81 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
• Wednesday: Partly sunny and very warm, temps: high: 102, low: 82.
• Thursday: Mostly sunny and very warm, with a high of 103 and low of 80 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Pizza, Pirates & Play-Doh: 10 September Holidays Kids Will Love (macaronikid.com) — Peoria-area families can use this September 2026 guide to plan fun around kid-friendly observances like National Cheese Pizza Day, Talk Like a Pirate Day, and Grandparents Day, plus coffee and burger deals for parents. It also points readers to Macaroni KID Surprise-Peoria-El Mirage for local fall events and suggests meaningful conversations around preparedness, peace, and Constitution Day.
   

• 20 best U.S. cities for retirement includes 2 from Arizona (azbigmedia.com) — Peoria ranks No. 90 in WalletHub's new list of the best U.S. cities for retirement, placing it solidly in the national pack and among several Arizona communities evaluated. The study highlights strong quality-of-life scores but notes affordability challenges across Valley cities, giving local retirees context on how Peoria compares for activities, healthcare, and lifestyle.
   

• James Tibbs Might Solve the Dodgers' Offensive Problem (dodgersnation.com) — Peoria baseball fans might spot Dodgers prospect James Tibbs III back at the Peoria Sports Complex soon, as his Triple-A power surge has many calling for a big-league promotion. The article breaks down his impressive stats, three-true-outcomes hitting style, and how his bat could jump-start Los Angeles' struggling offense.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

Tuesday September 1
• Q1 - JV Volleyball @ Mosley
  Tempe School District Geneva Epps Mosley Middle School, 1025 S Beck Ave, Tempe, AZ 85
  4:00 pm
• đ Girls Volleyball vs. Hamilton
  Liberty High School Liberty Main Gym
  6:00 pm
Wednesday September 2
• Modified Wednesday- 12:20pm Release
  Peoria High School Peoria, AZ 85380
  7:15 am
• Modified Wednesday
  Sun Valley Elementary School Peoria, AZ 85380
  8:40 am
• đ¸ Badminton @ Millennium
  Liberty High School 14802 W Wigwam Blvd, Goodyear, AZ 85395, USA
  4:00 pm
• Girls Volleyball
  Peoria High School Peoria, AZ 85380
  4:00 pm
• FR/SO Football
  Peoria High School Peoria, AZ 85380
  6:00 pm
Thursday September 3
• đ Swim & Dive vs. Boulder Creek
  Liberty High School 21321 N 86th Dr, Peoria, AZ 85382, USA
  4:00 pm
• Q1 - JV Volleyball @ Fees
  Tempe School District Fees College Preparatory Middle School, 1600 E Watson Dr, Tempe\
  4:00 pm
• Baseball/Softball Game Rio Vista Park Field 2 Baseball Field 4 S
  Paseo Verde Elementary School 8866 W Thunderbird Rd, Peoria, AZ 85381, USA
  5:00 pm
• Baseball/Softball Games vs Desert Valley
  Sundance Elementary School Pioneer Park 8755 N. 83rd Ave. Peoria, AZ 85345
  5:00 pm

Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.

💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• I don't post too often here, but I just wanted to ask my dear neighbors to say just a little prayer for my little tiny tigress.
  I got her about three years ago from a woman here on Nextdoor that had to move to Montana after her husband passed away, and they were taking care of… (Nextdoor Sundance)
• Update: Pet Reunited
  Dalila, a cat who went missing in Flagstaff, AZ, has been safely reunited with their family after 1 hours, 24 minutes. More details here https://www… (Nextdoor Suncliff)

• HSL Asset Management, LLC posted a job opening for Porter in Peoria. Apply here.
• Raley's Supermarkets posted a job opening for 102 - Bashas' Produce Clerk - 99th Avenue & Beardsley in Peoria. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Peoria here.

🗞 Nearby News

Sun City West

• Question of the Week: Should Arizona gubernatorial candidates cross the political aisle in selecting running mates? - Sun City West Independent (yourvalley.net)

Surprise

• AG Mayes eyes license plate reader use (gvnews.com)
• Vote. Top 20 Arizona high school football players, Aug. 27-29 (azcentral.com)
• The Clintons Are Looking For An Intern. Discretion Required. Nothing To See Here. (victorygirlsblog.com)

Sun City

• Sun City Ukulele Club honors member (yourvalley.net)
• Sun City Republican Club reviews Arizona election results (yourvalley.net)

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