Good morning, Queen Creek.

Tomorrow, Oct. 18, Praise in the Park will be held at Pecan Lake Entertainment as Nancy’s Closet and For Our Town host an event that connects families with local nonprofits, faith-based groups and entrepreneurs through music, games and other attractions; tickets are $40 for adults and $30 for children (the first 100 families receive a swag bag and 10% of all proceeds benefit local nonprofits).

Queen Creek will host the Light the World Giving Machine—a vending machine that lets residents support local nonprofits—from Friday, Nov.

15 through Sunday, Dec. 7.

An eighth grader at Eastmark High School was removed from basketball tryouts due to a 14-year error on his birth certificate that labeled him as female—his parent submitted a corrected certificate and a doctor’s note but the district said additional testing might be needed to change his athletic eligibility. School officials said they remain open to working with the family to find a resolution.

Pumpkin & Chili Party

Every Thursday – Sunday in October — Schnepf Farms — Ticketed event — Enjoy a fun-filled family day with pumpkins, chili, rides, and live entertainment.

Perennial Herbs & Ground Covers Workshop

9-10 a.m. — Queen Creek Botanical Gardens — $10 entry — Learn to grow flavorful perennial herbs and low-maintenance ground covers this fall.

Pumpkin & Chili Party at Schnepf Farms

Every Thursday – Sunday in October — Schnepf Farms — Ticket required — Enjoy an exciting autumn celebration with a pumpkin patch, live entertainment, and mouth-watering chili.

Diamond Joe’s Horse Sanctuary Open House

4-6 p.m. — Diamond Joe’s Horse Sanctuary — Free entry — Explore a charming sanctuary and meet horses, goats, and barnyard friends.

James Mills and People Who Could Fly Live Performance

10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Queen Creek Olive Mill — Free entry — Enjoy live indie pop music while exploring gourmet local delicacies and olive oil products.

Soil Preparation Workshop for Optimal Gardening

9-10 a.m. — Queen Creek Botanical Gardens — Cost included with class — Learn essential techniques for nurturing healthy soil in your garden.

James Mills of People Who Could Fly Concert

2-6 p.m. — Queen Creek Olive Mill — Free entry — Enjoy indie pop melodies from People Who Could Fly while exploring a gourmet market and local specialties.