Good morning, Queen Creek.

Campbell Faulkner, a former Queen Creek Hometown Hero, helped more than 50 Coolidge Elementary students buy back-to-school supplies using a $25,000 donation check from Queen Creek Walmart—its manager Angie Bills presented the check on September 6.

Faulkner, who founded Campbell’s Crew Cares in 2017, will use additional funds to support the students during the holidays.

Queen Creek’s recycling center will permanently close its Ellsworth Road location — adjacent to Pocket Park for Pups and the Municipal Services Building — on Sept.

29 and will open a new facility near Frontier Family Park on Oct. 1.

Queen Creek Unified School District’s board voted 4-1 Tuesday to let the law firm Osborn Maledon start legal action if needed against EVIT, which proposed to change funding terms for the career and technical education satellite programs shared with eight districts—one board member voted no.

Creek Bash Rodeo

12 PM — Creek Bash Rodeo — Specific cost details not provided — Experience three days of thrilling rodeo action under the sun.

Fall Gardening Workshop

9-10 AM — Queen Creek Botanical Gardens — Hands-on class included — Discover how to prepare your garden for a vibrant autumn harvest.

Pumpkin & Chili Party

Every Thursday – Sunday — Schnepf Farms — Ticket prices vary — Experience a festive autumn celebration with pumpkins, chili, rides, and live entertainment.

Secrets To Growing Fruits and Berries in Arizona

9-10 a.m. — Queen Creek Botanical Gardens — $10 entry — Discover the techniques for year-round fruit production in Arizona's unique climate.

Arizona Friesian Horse Inspection

9 a.m. — Horseshoe Park & Equestrian Centre — Free entry — Experience the evaluation of Friesian horses as they compete for prestigious breeding predicates.

Pumpkin & Chili Party at Schnepf Farms

Every Thursday – Sunday in October — Schnepf Farms — Ticket required — Celebrate the season with pumpkin picking, chili tasting, and family-friendly activities in a festive atmosphere.