Good morning, Gilbert. Rain is possible Monday, October 12, with a high of 83.
GoodGood Bakery plans a 2027 opening at Heritage Park
Gilbert’s bakery lineup is getting a new addition: GoodGood Bakery plans to open at Heritage Park in 2027, according to an October 9 report from What Now Phoenix.
Key facts
- The concept: A reinvention of Tucson’s August Rhodes Bakery.
- The location: Heritage Park in Gilbert.
- The timing: A planned 2027 opening; the report excerpt gives no specific opening date.
The Tucson connection gives this announcement a familiar name for August Rhodes regulars. The available details don’t include a menu, hours, or an exact address, so those practical pieces are still missing.
What to watch: an opening date and menu. Read the opening report.
Around Gilbert
✂️ Honey & Ash Salon plans a Higley Road location. Founder Caitlyn Luhmann plans to offer color, cuts, extensions, and styling, with an opening targeted for fall 2027. What Now Phoenix reported the plans October 9. Details.
💧 Proposed data-center rules cover water use and neighborhood noise. Go Gilbert reports an October 20 public hearing at 6:30 PM at the Gilbert Municipal Center, 50 E. Civic Center Drive. The proposal would address cooling systems, distance from neighborhoods, landscaping, and building design; these are proposed standards, not adopted rules. See Go Gilbert’s hearing notice.
The week
Monday, October 12
📚 The Rage of Dragons book discussion. Southeast Regional Library’s adult sci-fi/fantasy group discusses Evan Winter’s novel at 2 PM. The listing flags a ticket requirement. Registration details.
📝 Childhood toys become writing material. Southeast Regional Library hosts an adult genealogy writing workshop at 4 PM, using childhood toys as the topic. The listing flags a ticket requirement. Registration details.
Tuesday, October 13
🌾 Agritopia Farm hosts a seasonal tour. A staff member leads a look at the land’s history, farming decisions, and seasonal rhythms. At Higley and Ray, the working farm preserves part of the Johnston family’s agricultural roots in Gilbert. Tour and booking details.
📖 Two storytimes at Perry Library. Toddler Storytime starts at 10:15 AM, followed by Family Storytime at 11:15 AM. Neither listing requires a ticket. Toddler details. Family details.
🎃 Puzzle-piece pumpkins for adults. Southeast Regional Library hosts the craft session at 2 PM. The listing flags a ticket requirement. Registration details.
🧠 Free trivia at Perch Brewhouse. Tuesday’s game starts at noon Arizona time, with prizes listed for winners. Event details.
Wednesday, October 14
🧱 LEGO Hour at Perry Library. The family session starts at 4 PM and is listed for ages 5 to 12. No ticket is required. Details.
🎱 Beer Barn Bingo starts at noon Arizona time. Leslie hosts the recurring Wednesday game. Details.
🎬 Movie night at Arizona Wilderness. The Gilbert Brewhub’s tasting-room screening starts at noon Arizona time. The listing doesn’t name this week’s film. Event details.
From the schools
🏸 Mesquite badminton plays Monday. Mesquite HS, in Gilbert Public Schools (GPS, the district covering most of Gilbert), faces Mountain Pointe at 4 PM. The match is away at Mountain Pointe High School. School calendar.
Around the Valley
Three concert options beyond Gilbert for the start of the week. All times are Arizona time.
🎸 Chris Isaak at Celebrity Theatre. Tuesday, October 13, at 7 PM in Phoenix. An alternative-music option for a Tuesday night out. Tickets.
🎤 Role Model brings Chuck On Tour to Phoenix. Monday, October 12, at 7:30 PM at Arizona Financial Theatre. The pop pick for tonight. Tickets.
🤘 Staind marks 25 years of Break the Cycle. The anniversary tour plays Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre in Phoenix on Tuesday, October 13, at 6 PM. Staind’s Break the Cycle anniversary tour plays Phoenix on Tuesday, October 13, at 6 PM. Tickets.