Upcoming Free Events & Important Dates
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Hot Coffee Series
Total Wine, 1416 N. Litchfield Rd.
7PM-8:30PM: This lecture series provides an opportunity to learn and discuss topics on a variety of aspects of
arts and culture
. Guest speaker: Angela Ellsworth, The Museum of Walking, an artist led educational resource center committed to the advancement of walking as an art practice.
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Halloween Spooktacular
Goodyear Branch Library, 14455 W. Van Buren, C-101
10:30AM-Noon: Put on your costume and join us for stories, songs, games, and a costume parade! All ages!
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Household Hazardous Waste Drop Off Event
Goodyear Public Works, 4980 S 157 Ave.
8AM-Noon:
This event is for residential hazardous waste only. Commercial or medical waste will not be accepted. Please transport materials in a sturdy cardboard box.
There is no charge; however, residents will be required to provide City utility bill AND drivers license as proof of residency and active account in Goodyear, Avondale, Tolleson or Litchfield Park.
Click here
for a list of acceptable and unacceptable items.
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Chalk Art in the Park
Goodyear Community Park, 3151 N Litchfield Rd.
8AM-2PM: Children and adults can sit beside professional artists and share their dreams in chalk at this
FREE family friendly event
. Professional artists will have booths set-up to exhibit and sell their artwork. Chalk art supplies will be provided by Goodyear Arts & Culture. Other event highlights include entertainment by Next Dimension Music, face painting, and Goodyear Mobile Museum. Food vendors will be on-site with food for purchase.
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Camp Go Back
Goodyear Ballpark, 1933 S. Ballpark Way
4PM- 8PM:
This all-ages summer camp throwback event features adventures, activities, games, and more that take you back to your nostalgic, bonfire loving days! From slip and slides to s’mores to crafting, this one-day retreat will have something for everyone. Be sure to bring your (inner) child! Entry and parking are free, the experience is priceless.
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Southwest Valley HOA Summit
Avondale City Hall, 11465 W. Civic Center Dr., Avondale
6PM-8PMHome Owner Association education in the Southwest Valley is coordinated through a partnership with the city of Avondale, city of Buckeye, and city of Goodyear. November Summit topics include:
- Troubleshooting Negative Reaction to Community Topics
- How Owners and Boards Can Implement Positive Changes in Your Community Association
There is no fee to attend; however, registration is required and space is limited to 25.
Click here
for more info or to register.
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Hello Handmade Market
Copper Trails School, 16875 Canyon Trails Blvd.
9AM- 1PM: Handmade local makers vending every Saturday through April 25.
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Veteran's Day
There will be no disruption to trash or recycling services and emergency fire and police services will operate as normal but other city offices will be closed in honor of Veteran's Day.
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Veterans Day Tribute
Goodyear Ballpark, 1933 S. Ballpark Way
2PM- 4PM: The formal tribute will begin at 3PM.
This event will pay tribute to the tremendous sacrifices made by the men and women of the armed forces, along with their families, in serving their country. Recognize active military personnel and veterans by planting a flag personalized by you! This is a free, family friendly event.
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Goodyear Faith & Community Roundtable
Goodyear City Hall, 190 N Litchfield Rd.
8:30AM-10AM: Through power in numbers, the Goodyear Faith & Community Roundtable aims to better the southwest valley by sharing and gathering resources, growing networks and relationships, and identifying and responding to the needs of the community. Find past meeting summaries and subscribe to future meeting announcements
here
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Veterans Path Home
Goodyear Branch Library, 14455 W. Van Buren, C-101
6:30PM-8:30PM: This 4-part (running Tuesdays 11/12 through 12/3) healing/coming home ceremony led by Joe Brett, a veteran of the war in Vietnam, supports veterans and adult family members transitioning back into civilian life. Discussions address processing combat experiences; moral injuries that may have occurred in the military; how to reconnect, live productively and find meaning in your service; and why some veterans re-integrate better than others.
Register online.
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Cards & Games
Recreation Conference Room, 3075 N Litchfield Rd.
10AM-11:30AM: Gather with fun, friendly people to play games such as sequence, Rummikub, or Mexican Train. Light snacks and water will be provided. This activity is free.
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"Escape From Reality: Abstract" Art Show Reception
Goodyear Branch Library, 14455 W. Van Buren, C-101
5:30PM-7PM:
Join the Goodyear Arts & Culture Commission, at a reception, to celebrate the featured artists of the Escape From Reality: Abstract Fine Art Show. At this public open house style event, enjoy live music and light refreshments. Meet the many artists and view the beautiful artwork depicting how abstract art can take you to a new world. The Escape From Reality: Abstract Fine Art Show will be on display in the Goodyear Branch Library from November 4 – January 31.
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Wag & Tag
Goodyear Community Park, 3151 N Litchfield Rd.
10AM-1PM: This free festival is a one-stop shop for your dog that includes information on microchips, vaccinations, accessories, health care, and more. Pet adoptions and contests will also take place, so dress up your dog (or other leashed, well-behaved pet) and have a dog-gone good time!
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No Trash/Recycling Service, Thanksgiving Day
There will be no trash, recycling or bulk collections on Thanksgiving Day. Those impacted should plan for collection on the day after your regularly scheduled pick up this week (e.g. Thursday collection on Friday; Friday collection on Saturday). For more information on trash and recycling collection services, visit
goodyearaz.gov/trash
, email or call Utilities Customer Service at 623-882-7887.
Emergency fire and police services will operate as normal, while a
ll other city offices will be closed both Thursday and Friday, in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.
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Changes to Goodyear Tobacco and Vaping Laws
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The city of Goodyear has recently expanded its 2002 nonsmoking ordinance to incorporate vaping -- both the devices and action of vaping --, prohibiting the use of those products in public places, restricting possession of or their use in our schools and public parks.
We are also requiring that retailers check for IDs and they are prohibited from selling smoking and vaping products to anyone under the age of 21.
We are in the midst of a 90-day education phase. Enforcement will take effect beginning Dec. 23, 2019.
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The City is Your Partner; Civic Engagement is Key
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Change the World at the Youth ChangeMaker Summit: Goodyear
CO+HOOTS Foundation Youth ChangeMaker Summit, an immersive 3-day introduction to launching a socially conscious venture, empowers high school students to change their world through entrepreneurship is coming to Goodyear. Fri., Nov. 1 and Sat., Nov. 2, participating high school students innovate solutions to problems they experience in their home communities, collaborate through the design process, streamline a business plan and pitch their venture in front of a judges panel. Apply online for one of fifty Youth ChangeMaker scholarships
here
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Parents and members of the general public are welcome to attend the final pitch event on Sun., Nov. 3 at 2PM. Learn more or get a free pitch ticket
here
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Apply for LEAD
Goodyear LEAD (Leadership Enrichment And Development) program aims to leverage civically-minded resident interest in the city to prepare individuals for non-elected or elected leadership roles, foster community-based problem solving, and support neighborhood self-reliance through civic engagement.
The 2020 program will begin on Jan. 7, 2020 and will take place on Tuesday evenings from 6-8PM. Class size is limited to 40 participants.
Applications for this free, 12-week, 22-hour community leadership program will be accepted through November15. Applicants must live or work in the city of Goodyear and be at least 18 years of age.
Help Our Economic Development Team
Goodyear Economic Development is conducting a survey to engage residents in retail and entertainment recruitment by developing a new top ten list. Let us know what types of retail, restaurants and entertainment venues you would frequent if they were in our city!
Take the survey.
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Be a Good Neighbor... Follow the Codes
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City code prohibits vehicle parking (including vehicles for sale) on dirt shoulders, vacant lots, or block corners.
Vehicles must be licensed and operable. Vehicles that are inoperable and/or abandoned for more than 72 hours must be parked in an enclosed garage or on a paved area behind a fence.
Recreational vehicles including boats, campers, utility trailers, and motor homes must be parked within an enclosed garage or in the side or rear yards on a paved surface behind a solid six-foot fence. They may be parked in the driveway for up to 48 hours before and after use for loading and unloading only.
Vehicles may not be parked on unimproved surfaces or in the front yard except on driveways.
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Emergency:
Police Non-emergency:
Fire Non-emergency:
Graffiti Report, Code Compliance:
Trash, Recycling, & Utility Billing
Water & Sewer Emergencies:
Streets, Lights, Sidewalks:
Neighborhood Services:
Parks & Recreation:
Goodyear Ballpark:
Goodyear Library:
Maricopa County:
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911
623-932-1220
623-932-2300
623-932-3004
623-882-7887
623-932-3010
623-932-3004
623-882-7801
623-882-7525
623-882-3120
602-652-3000
602-506-3415
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The Neighborhood Services Department is committed to partnering with residents to preserve and enhance the character of Goodyear neighborhoods by engaging people in civic participation and making government more accessible.
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Neighborhood Services | City of Goodyear | 623-882-7801
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