🙏 Historic Mass This Wknd + 🎨 Last Chance To See Frida Kahlo Exhibit

Happy Friday everyone! Merichelle Norwood here to fill your inbox today with the top stories in the Valley of the Sun.

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Here are the top stories in Phoenix today:

1) Johnny Depp is coming to Phoenix in November! He'll join Jeff Beck on stage at Beck's fall concert.

The duo will perform at the Celebrity Theatre on Tuesday, November 1.

(Phoenix New Times)

2) In a historic mass, the Diocese of Phoenix will honor those who have died by suicide.

The mass will be held at 9am on Sunday, September 4th, at Saints Simon and Jude Cathedral. "If you feel shame or even guilt for the loss of a loved one by suicide. If this is a reality in your life. I want you to know that the church is here for you," Bishop Dolan said.

(ABC15 Arizona in Phoenix)

3) As rents become more and more unaffordable for many residents, Phoenix has 'fully exhausted' rental assistance.

"A thousand people a month are filling out applications needing help with their rent in the City of Phoenix. But the city has run out of rental assistance funds." Other agencies are now stepping in to help.

(12news.com KPNX)

4) Tempe cracks down on homeless camping out at the Salt River beds; offers ongoing homeless outreach and resources.

"The health hazards in the river bottom are significant," said Paul Bentley, the deputy human services director for the city.

(ABC15 Arizona in Phoenix)

5) Last weekend to catch the Frida Kahlo art exhibit, and more arts and culture events this weekend.

Check out this round-up of top three things to do this weekend in the arts and culture space.

(The Arizona Republic)

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Today in Phoenix:

• Hot Dog Days Return to Joe's Farm Grill Sept. 2-30 (Details)
• Tanger Outlets Phoenix Celebrates Labor Day Super Sale Weekend, Sept. 2 – 5 (Details)
• First Fridays in the Garden - Japanese Friendship Garden of Phoenix (Details)
• FOUND:RE Contemporary Hosts DIY Bolo Tie Making Class Sept. 2 (Details)
• Red Rocks Music Festival- Phoenix and Sedona (Details)

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From my notebook:

• "🎈 HAPPY BIRTHDAY JAX! 🎈 Jax is turning seven years old today and has been with #PHXPD for six years. He loves hiking, riding in the car, and helping take out the trash cans at home. #PHXPDK9Unit" (Phoenix Police Department via Facebook)

• "September is Planting For Monarchs Month! Phoenix has pledged to help the endangered species thrive as it migrates through our area. Follow @PHXenvironment and @PHXplananddev this month for easy ways to make your garden a monarch habitat." (City of Phoenix, AZ USA via Facebook)
• "The fall events calendar for Downtown Phoenix, Inc. kicks off with the return of Loteria, a month-long celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. Loteria is BACK! Mark your calendars." (Downtown Phoenix, AZ via Facebook)
• "Want to be a part of the Super Bowl experience? The @AZsuperbowl Committee needs 5,000 volunteers to help welcome the world to #PHX and Super Bowl LVII Get started here: AZSuperBowl.com/Volunteer #SuperPHX" (City of Phoenix, AZ USA via Facebook)
• "Entrance to the newly expanded Cholla Branch Library in 1990, designed by architect Will Bruder. 🌵 View more historic images from Arizona Images online through our library catalog. http://bit.ly/397DBvi #TBT #ThrowbackThursday" (Phoenix Public Library via Facebook)

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Thanks for following along and staying informed! I'll see you back in your inbox tomorrow morning with your next update.
— Merichelle Norwood
About me: Merichelle has chronicled her many Arizona adventures since 2016. She is the Founder of the local blog She Moves PHX. You're most likely to find her munching on tacos on a Tuesday, sipping brews at a local cafe, or eating unicorn cakes.
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