Good morning, Queen Creek.

The Queen Creek Library launched a pilot program in early May that lets parents fill out a form to list specific books to restrict from their children—Maricopa County Supervisor Mark Stewart said the measure came after concerns over sexually explicit content were raised.

The program may later expand to other branches based on parent feedback.

Developer Creation announced new restaurants at The Switchyard in Queen Creek, with Snooze and Shake Shack joining Postino as part of a $120 million mixed-use project.

The project broke ground on May 8 and will open in phases, with lease negotiations underway and the first phase expected by mid-2026—adding dining, retail, office, and residential spaces.

A new U-Haul Moving & Storage facility — five years in the making — will hold its grand opening next week at the southeast corner of Ocotillo and Crismon roads.

The Queen Creek Town Council unanimously voted Wednesday for a tentative $682.7 million budget for the upcoming fiscal year—although the final budget may be lower.

Palomas & Peaks: A San Tan Women’s Hike + Sip

7-10 a.m. — Goldmine Trailhead — Check for costs — Climb early, catch the views, and wind down with a drink on this 4.6-mile moderate San Tan loop.

Live Music Featuring James Mills

2-5 p.m. — Queen Creek Olive Mill — Free entry — Enjoy an afternoon of live music and gourmet specialties at a beloved local venue.

Engineering for Kids: Electronics and Minecraft Camp

Half-day or full-day sessions — Main Event Gilbert — Check website for pricing — Engage in hands-on learning with electronics and Minecraft Redstone while developing critical engineering skills.

Live Music at Queen Creek Olive Mill

11 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Queen Creek Olive Mill — Free entry — Enjoy local tunes from James Mills while savoring gourmet olive oil and specialty foods.

Earth Science Detectives Camp & Puzzle Pioneers Workshop

Full Day or Half Day Sessions — Main Event Gilbert — Pricing varies — Explore earth sciences through hands-on activities and enhance problem-solving with engaging puzzles.