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Mountain View Funeral Home & Cemetery hosts third annual Dia de los Muertos celebration Nov. 2

Mountain View Funeral Home & Cemetery hosts third annual Dia de los Muertos celebration Nov. 2

This year’s event invites the public to set up their own altars in remembrance of loved ones who have passed away. These altars, or ofrendas, can be decorated with food, drinks, trinkets, and photographs. 
J.O. Combs Unified School District’s Erica Delgado elected vice president of Transportation Administrators of Arizona Executive Board

J.O. Combs Unified School District’s Erica Delgado elected vice president of Transportation Administrators of Arizona Executive Board

The TAA has been a cornerstone of support for Arizona’s student transportation since 1981.
7th annual Summer of a Million Meals Fundraiser raised more than 3.5 million meals

7th annual Summer of a Million Meals Fundraiser raised more than 3.5 million meals

Throughout the summer, United Food Bank hosted four giving telethons with local celebrity guests on May 17, June 6, July 18 and Aug. 29.
Things to do: World’s largest pickleball lesson, family fun community event Nov. 2

Things to do: World’s largest pickleball lesson, family fun community event Nov. 2

The family fun community event will feature the world's largest pickleball lesson and Ninja Warrior full course.
Things to do: Out to Lunch free concert series at Mesa Arts Center

Things to do: Out to Lunch free concert series at Mesa Arts Center

Experience free lunchtime entertainment every Thursday this fall beginning Oct. 24.
Things to do: 26th annual Walk to Save Animals on Nov. 2 in Tempe

Things to do: 26th annual Walk to Save Animals on Nov. 2 in Tempe

This is AAWL’s largest fundraiser of the year and “Arizona’s best attended dog walk,” raising funds to help vulnerable animals throughout the state.
Queen Creek teacher wins $1,000 from Four Peaks for Teachers

Queen Creek teacher wins $1,000 from Four Peaks for Teachers

Jill Devorkin from the Queen Creek Unified School District was selected as a winner through the Four Peaks for Teachers “Thank A Teacher” program.
National Senior Pro Rodeo Finals return to Wild Horse Pass in Chandler Oct. 18-20

National Senior Pro Rodeo Finals return to Wild Horse Pass in Chandler Oct. 18-20

The best rodeo competitors will be competing at this final stage at Wild Horse Pass.
Queen Creek to host free community pancake breakfast featuring touch-a-truck on Nov. 9

Queen Creek to host free community pancake breakfast featuring touch-a-truck on Nov. 9

Don't miss delicious pancakes provided by IHOP and freshly brewed coffee provided by Starbucks at this community event.
Workspaces need personalized touches, too.

Workspaces need personalized touches, too.

In this column, design expert Barbara Kaplan answers readers' questions about decorating workspaces.